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Welcome to Idiotville,

Robby is the Mayor.

We will need to be taking (jelly) roll.

Jelly, "here"

[ December 14, 2004, 02:23 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Jen "here".

Robby is the mayor.

The crunchy-nursey type person: here.

Bueller?
Bueller?
Bueller?

- Kimmy

PS - I made the 2nd post...what do I win?

****. 3rd post....at least 3's a charm.......

[ November 04, 2004, 03:14 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

We've been through this before.

Jelly's post was 0, mine was 1, yours was 2.

I win - something. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Jen

Kiwi -

Hey! I been looking for you to post ever since all hell broke loose the other day. Thank you for being so nice to me. And yes I remember you talking about Leonard Cohen, that's why I looked up his stuff. He'a little different, and has that loooow voice, love the song on my sig though!

Anyway I've been worried about you ever since I saw another post you wrote that day. We are all so emotional but hey, were girls, we are allowed. I am glad to see you are still here - I have been a huge fan of yours ever since you posted to me when I first came. Love you Jen!!!

Hi KY!

Hi Kimmy - voted on your poll <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ST-Here

Ok new thread this time I want to be appointed a seat. Something anything <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

OH Yeh.

Hi Pookey <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Jen <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi Weaver <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi NG <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Well I'm the Surgeon General ST, so don't even THINK about going for that, and besides "pookey" said so!

I think we need a town Plumber. Since you break pipes, and then fix them, and there is always lots of **** to clean up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So, drop your drawers a couple of inches, and the job is yours.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 04, 2004, 03:15 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I'm the warden.

Do we have a disaster plan in this place? We all have to evacuate.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Do we have a disaster plan in this place? We all have to evacuate.
<hr /></blockquote>Duh, look at the board. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

"The Board"

Grab your chocolate and RUN!!!!!!!!!!!

RUN EVERYONE, RUN!!!!! GET OUT OF IDIOTVILLE WHILE YOU CAN.

So why did Cell. start this Auto- destruct for jelly anyway?
(What's the time limit on that?)

He got some kind of legalities going on?

And if he does, what about the thread is incriminating to him?

Guess now YOU all get to have fun building it back up to its Huge #'s.
Have Fun kids! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Stay here and have fun with us TR! You DO like Sci-Fi, right?

[ November 04, 2004, 04:50 PM: Message edited by: Niosgirl ]

TopRope, you just one, drop the confetti, Kimmy, ring the bell, Weaver, ST, restart the timer, Kiwi, bring in the gift basket.

You TopRope have posted the 13th post, OMG, you win, and you win big, the Idiotville gift basket is on its way.

We will be needing your home address and your day phone, and night phone, just in case it doesn't reach you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville, Robby is the Mayor, and Jelly NOW holds all the power. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly NOW holds all the power <hr /></blockquote>Jelly, sweetie, look down at your hands again....that's not power....that's chocolate.

Someone needs to tell NCW and RAP that we're here now when they check in. I don't want them to get left out...I miss them you know.

I could cry....it's gone.....

Our stories and funnies and heartaches and everything...

[ November 04, 2004, 04:49 PM: Message edited by: Niosgirl ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Someone needs to tell NCW and RAP that we're here now when they check in. I don't want them to get left out...I miss them you know.
<hr /></blockquote>Did you see the thread title??? It is IDIOTVILLE, if they can't find us, man are they idiots.

I hope they visit soon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Um. Hello???? Exactly!!!!!!!!!!

"YOU MEAN I WON <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ....I REALLY WON??" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Nay, has to be some kind of trick. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

But OK... (just in case your serious) my phone # is 867- 5309 (day/night) and my house is the next green/white one on the left, past the little boy down the lane.
That's in the state of denial, in the country of la la land.

I almost hate to ask ...but "what's in the basket <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ??"

But thanks for the tip about your powers Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I'll make sure to stay on your Good Side. (that's anyside you say??)

And yes, Niosgirl...I Enjoy the sci fi/ fantasy genre.
I was so happy to find out about the 3rd series in the "Chronicles of Thomas Covenant". By S. R. Donaldson.
Book one: The Runes of the Earth.
Loved the 1st Two trilogies!
Can't wait!

Hey, I've got to read something besides these da*n relationship/infidelitly books! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Indian Givers! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I almost hate to ask ...but "what's in the basket <hr /></blockquote>Your standard, Idiot stuff,

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> But thanks for the tip about your powers Jelly. I'll make sure to stay on your Good Side. (that's anyside you say??)
<hr /></blockquote>That lasted all of 5 minutes.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Indian Givers! <hr /></blockquote>I happen to be Cherokee Indian, Grandfather, full blooded, Grandmother, 1/2 Indian, 1/2 Spanish.

Um, there seems to have been a mistake with your basket, a slight mix up, I'm thinking it will not be reaching you any time SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!

Blob Pure reporting for duty. FWW watching feckin' QVC 'christmas crafts' and my dog scared of his shadow because of the fireworks.

Have I not suffered enough ??? !!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Its all good.

BP, I just looked out my window, what fireworks? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

RH, Thanks for asking about me, I'm okay, pretty great actually, I just didn't like what was going on, on the board, on the thread. I'm a firm believer if you have nothing nice to say that will add up to anything good, then say nothing.

So I kept quiet out of respect of others. I step back, I analyze, I digest, then I respond, always have, that's just how I do it.

Not quick with my tongue, never have been. Well, when I speak. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LINY, Robby, RH, where are you???

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Well, when I speak.
<hr /></blockquote>I was gonna say!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Settle down ST.

BTW: Best new salty snack: Salt-n-Vinegar Chichirrones (pork skins)

Told you I was an omnivore now, Bob.

Its November 5th here - Bonfire night. Celebrates a bloke called Guy Fawkes who tried to blow up parliament with gunpowder.

Like our 4th July 'cept the weathers' sh1t and we celebrate a failure <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Like our 4th July 'cept the weathers' sh1t and we celebrate a failure <hr /></blockquote>Sounds like another excuse to drink a helluva lot and have drunk sex to me....but what do I know?

Bob - didja vote on my car poll...fixin' ta go home and present the polling results to dwh.

What happened? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

**Edited for NG**

[ November 04, 2004, 04:54 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Amend that Robby. There's more to it than we know....

Please? For me cause I'm cute and stuff.

Can I join Idiotville? I guarantee that I am (and have been) an idiot on numerous occasions. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Of course. We're equal opportunity Idiots.

Robby, your here, you found us, like our new home, isn't spacious? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I was worried, I thought we might have to send you a map.

Will we ever get our thread back up to those numbers again??? <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Very sad day in Idiotville!!!

My email is down, has been for days, I'm going crazy, so if anybody has sent me mail, I can't get it. YL, I hope you are well, and I will mail you ASAP.

FYI
Child custody thingy ended our thread.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

FYI
Child custody thingy ended our thread. <hr /></blockquote>He could have deleted his posts, as he threatened to. There was a lot of good stuff, great insight and history there. I edided my previous post at NG's request but the Sherrif's position is now vacant. In fact...

THERE'S A NEW SHERRIF IN TOWN!!

The Mayor will wear both hats until a suitable replacement can be found and vetted! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Psst ! SADFWW is a lawyer, and we may find ourselves convicted of something !
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

drunk sex

NAH ! Drunk sex goes on for AGES after it stops being fun. S'like doing it by proxy !

I like SOBER sex, THEN getting drunk hyuk hyuk.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I guarantee that I am (and have been) an idiot on numerous occasions.
<hr /></blockquote>We will need proof. At least 3 Idiotic episodes, in alphabetical order, all true, all funny, and most of all, all idiotic.

Sad, you are on, GO!!!

We will get to the rules, if you can produce the proof.

Sheriff/Mayor, your hats' are crooked

I take a day to actually work and when I'm not here to keep an eye on things, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS?

As a matter of fact, what did happen? I am really confused <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hi, everybody, sorry I'm late gettin in here, the traffic out there was awful.
Glad the mayor made it!

Hi, Jelly, does this now make you the queen? or queen mother? You know what that would make ST? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Settle down, ST

Hey Kiwi! You were here at exactly the right time. I really need to quit working for a living. I miss everything!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You know what that would make ST? <hr /></blockquote>Um, horny??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I feel so exposed on this new thread, does anybody else. I feel like we can't hide behind all the posts, or maybe it's just because I'm nekid. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Glad you found us Starz, Celly closed the thread, he had them erase all his threads and posts. Sad, sad day.

Welcome sadww.

I think Idiotville DOES need a lawyer. No telling who will sue the town. Maybe one of the meanies from one of those threads. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I am so lost <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Can someone please explain why we are here now? And please don't use "code" - for I am an idiot and I can't understand it. For those of us that have to work <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> and can't peek in here all day - an explanation would be great. It doesn't have to offend anyone - just the facts. Thanks!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 [QUOTE]Celly closed the thread, he had them erase all his threads and posts. Sad, sad day. <hr /></blockquote>We've been sabotaged!!

Alright, get over it Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and Interim Sheriff!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Celly closed the thread, he had them erase all his threads and posts <hr /></blockquote>Uh - nevermind...that answers my question. How sad is that?

Well my motto in life is "it could be worse" so I guess that applies to the Idiotville thread too - at least we can just buck up and start over huh?

Okay, for anyone who doesn't know yet, I Weaver W. Weaver am the Surgeon General in this here burrough, which BTW is another name for small idiotic village where mostly idiots abide (abode?).

Any my job as the Surgeon General is to issue warnings when a warning is needed. Now the great thing about being the Surgeon General is that nobody really knows what I do, and I don't have to be around that much <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

And the Surgeon Generals motto, which the Mayor first proclaimed is this:

If you got em, smoke em!

Now aint nobody here powerful enough to veto the SG, not even lil jelly belly!

And as the Warden, Believer WILL enforce this ruling/motto.

Okay, did I lose anyone, everyone understand?

Nios - Are you the town harlet? No offense to you if you are not, but I think you would make a good one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Anyway Kimmy, your position is not clear to me, please clarify.

edited only for spelling since Idiotville doesn't have spellcheck! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

[ November 04, 2004, 05:23 PM: Message edited by: weaver ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Celly closed the thread, he had them erase all his threads and posts <hr /></blockquote>Hee hee there is an echo in here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Poor Celly - He must be feeling very down. Let's all send him our best thoughts.

Did everyone evacuate before the disaster? What about LINY and Brown?

wo-

I posted a very sweet reply to you this morning. I hope you saw it, as it was very sweet of me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hee hee there is an echo in here! <hr /></blockquote>It's the new space, the carpet will be here tomorrow.

Oh, and Starz, I always was the Queen, well except Tuesdays, that is Robby's day on the thrown.

Weaver, don't make me close this thread , there is no smoking here!!!

Oh, you guys are going to get sick of hearing that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, ST could be the Sheriff, he is handcuffed, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I mean, he has handcuffs. He didn't jump on the Plumber position.

Poor Liny and Brown, RH, I hope they aren't lost in the rubble, should we send in a search party, nah it's getting cold and dark, let's wait till morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Sad, I just saw you were here too.

I won the bid on one of those reborn Berenguer babies today. She is beautiful! Now I'm bidding on a really cute chenille outfit for her. I'm, I mean my little girl is going to have the best little Christman this year!

Robbie don't make ST the sheriff, he'll just try to clean up the town. I want it to remain corrupt.

Jelly is ST corrupt enough to be our sheriff?

The warden is organizing a search party. It's still not dark here.

Our motto is we never leave an idiot behind.

I have to go now for a while. I'll try to come back tonight before bedtime. Have a rehearsal, the traveling Vietnam Wall is in town, and H &I want to go. (He went this a.m. for the opening dedication ceremony. He served a tour of duty in Vietnam.) Tomorrow a.m. we leave for the Hill Country (that's central Texas to you non texans except for Bob - he's probably been there). No internet there - just deer, snakes and mesquite trees. H has to drive 20 miles just to get cellular service to talk to OW. Hahahahahahaha!! Deer season opens on Saturday. I don't usually kill anything on opening weekend. I'm kind of the cleanup hunter toward the end. They tell me what to kill, and i do it. First time they sent me out, they only sent me with one bullet. I brought home one deer. I think they thought it was funny until I came home with a deer with only one shot. Now I am legendary. I'm not mad at any deer right now, though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Does anybody know how many posts we had before the thread disappeared? Actually, the page loads much faster now on my computer. It was pretty slow before.

Remember, I am the school superintendent. But I was thinking of changing jobs and taking the role of Justice of the Peace. Or justice TO the piece. Whatever.

You go Warden. Always business with you.

We sure do have a lot of motto's around here.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />wo-

I posted a very sweet reply to you this morning. I hope you saw it, as it was very sweet of me! [Razz] <hr /></blockquote>Yes I did see that - and I want to thank you for your "sweetness" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's nice to know that not everyone wants to hurt me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yeah Starz, School Superintendent is boring. Be a Juctice of the Peace, way more action around here for ya in that role.

I think Starz should be on the SWAT team.

I think Starz should be on the SWAT team.

Cool!

Well, it has happened. All this new space, only 4 pages long, you just picked up your first piece of RiffRaff. The shear volume of pages and posts that was your protection before is now GONE!

VERY wonderful thread. You all are my new favorite people.

Spidey

ST as sheriff?

What do yo think ST?

It does grant us certain political capital... We won't have to kiss Jelly's [censored] all the time to keep the thread open!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey what is Spideys' position Robbie? Does she get one too?

Don't know... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

What's she qualified to do??

Superhero? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And NG...

I ONLY edited because you're cute and stuff!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That's it Robbie!

SpiderGirl, Superhero to Idiotville.

Right on!

That's why you're the Mayor!

Now if I were welcome in Idiotville, what/who would I be?

And do I have to post three idiot things I've done?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Frags

Spidey should be the cook. She's a great cook, and even caters.

Fraggles, welcome - what is your best talent? We still need folks on the search party to find LINY, brown, RAP, NC and RH. Also it appears that Bob is still missing.

Spidey could be in Pest Control also. She has a knack for killing spiders. Also gives GREAT cyberslaps.

I'll be your superhero, IDIOTVILLE! All I need is a man's dress shoe (size 9, preferably), and an unending supply of papertowels.

That's right, Frags, 3 idiot things.

Hm . . . I have a few to share.

I believed: "We're just friends"
I believed: "ILYBIANILWY"
I believed: "Because elephants have big feet"

So, what's the first order of business that we got here to be Slayin'?

Sorry I'm late guys. You know how it is when they close the roads due to emergencies, yep, the Secretary of Transportation has to stick around to clean up the mess. So, that's where I was. (And no one to delegate all that crap to...where's the plumber when you need him?).

You know if it wasn't for this thread, I think I would give up on this discussion board after all the crap being thrown around.

[ November 04, 2004, 06:53 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Or exterminating, or cooking? OR, I could cook what I slay/exterminate, and feed it to the town. We are all idiots after all, aren't we???

I'm easy (don't tell anyone, that's Nios' job, isn't it?), flexible, and just happy to be here.

OK 3 idiot things:

I believed: I NEVER touched her!
then...
I believed: Ok, only groping over our clothes
then...
I believed: But we never did IT!

Believer - don't know how good I'd be on a search party - I didn't find the A until it ran over me!

Could I be the bartender? or is this a dry town??

Kill it and cook it. I like that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Fraggles:
 Could I be the bartender? or is this a dry town?? <hr /></blockquote>BWAH HA!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You're IN!!

Jelly is the Town Drunk!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But we all pitch in!!

Spidergirl?!?

Much better than cook.

Pretty sure that's Jelly's job... She's just drunk for fun! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh my gosh Fraggles. I didn't realize how funny you are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (and dumb <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Yep, you will make the perfect bartender.

Hey guys with Fraggles as the barkeep, we be drinking free all night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Frags-

I take a Captain & Diet Lime!

Make it a double!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey guys and gals!!! I'll ask "WTF?!?!?!?!" later, cause I'm home for dinner for a quickie. Uh, I mean, I'm home real quick for a quickie. No, really, if brown can stop by on her lunch every so often, so can I! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Don't any of you get out of line, now. I'll sue your a$$es off!!! I am the Attorney General!!!!!

OK, handing over the keyboard to brown...I guess 'cause Robby and KY and believer et al think she's so damn funny, maybe she could be the court jester while I'm suing your a$$es off!

Speaking of which, welcome sadf!!!! Thanks for the frankd response. You truly are the top 99% in that 1% <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Gotta back to he11. See you all later. Well, kiwi and Bob, that is! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

How can you all talk about drinking when we are missing so many people? I can't believe it.

Just came back from the first search to get a little Whiskey for the Saint Bernard (and the warden).

Lighten up believer - here have a JD & Coke....

They'll find their way! They can follow the singing and wafting alcohol smell to find us!!

Well can we at least send up some flares?

Flares?? Ok send up some flares.

Does anyone have a cure for a Goober addiction? I am on my fifth bag this week...

Fraggles - You have come to the right place. We are specialists on addictions and are helping many overcome them.

Hey Frag I'll take the JD and coke ... oh screw the coke and pass me the bottle.

I don't wanna be the Jester (per My LINY's sugeestion). Too much pressure to perform .... for all you Idiots. We all know how that can be. {{{{Idiots}}}}.

You'll just have to find me another job .... And please make it somethin' Perky

I'll check in for the results ... and Mayor Please only vote once every 5 minutes .. so we can Tally

Brown

brown - cheerleaders are perky AND they get to wear cute outfits!

Do we have a GA (goobers anonymous) chapter here?

Brown, thank goodness you escaped. I've been out searching for you and LINY, Bobpure, and others all evening.

I only came back for a little drink.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Does anyone have a cure for a Goober addiction? <hr /></blockquote>I could slay your Goobers, Frags . . . hold very very still . . .

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 I only came back for a little drink. <hr /></blockquote>You must be TRASHED!!!

Bob was on page 2!!

Lush!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

yeah, I'm flagging believer in about five minutes...

How sick is this - I barely eat all day (have a cold, rainy, a bit down) but now I sit with a beer, a bowl of chips and a bag of goobers....

I belong in idiotville!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I sit with a beer, a bowl of chips and a bag of goobers.... <hr /></blockquote>Sounds like a GREAT night!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby - Well of course I missed Bob - afterall I was out searching for him!

it's just missing squeeze cheese and crackers, robby!

I just found an old post from the old thread... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It's one of the stories with Billy & Nippy! The one Jelly made me edit because it was too gross!

Wanna see it? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hum ... Cheerleader ... cute outfits .... Ok I'll try. Just let me have another drink and I'll go through LINY's closet for that outfit. (What??? He posted once he wanted the Official MBer's uniform. I swear!!!! -and as often as f'ing possible).

Okay, here goes a cheer

Rah! Rah! Ree!
Kick 'em the knee!!
Rah! Rah! Rass!
Kick 'em in the other knee !!!!!

Brown

I was not on the old thread so I'll bite...OK! let's see it!

Ok, but it was part of a very long, audience participation story...

You sure? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Not so sure?

Ok...

I'm going to the gym!

and then I'm going to get drunk!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sheesh - half of Idiotville is missing and the mayor is going to the gym to get drunk.

Hey Robby if you get drunk before the gym all the equipement will make it feel like an amusement park!!! Pretty lights!!! and All the fun rides!!!! Yeah!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

B

Dang..this thread just started today and 7 pages already...and not a flame among them??? I gotta get in on this..

Hello, I'm Dreamcatcher and I'm an idiot..can I live here too???

omg...drunk at the gym..tried that once and fell off the treadmill..the thighpress was kind of fun though...my H is gone waaay to many days of the week... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

believer,
I think we should have a drink and calm down before you resume the search. LINY went back to he11 and I'm doing laundry. I need to clean all my cheerleading uniforms and pom-poms.

B

Dreamcatcher - Idiotville has been here for quite some time. We all had to evacuate today because the starter deleted the thread.

You are welcome here, but need to find a position. Robby is the mayor, I'm the warden, LINY is the attorney general, sadfww is our lawyer, Starz has something to do with education or the SWAT team, Spidey is the killer and cooker, and I forget what everyone else does.

Brown - Hope that LINY isn't really going back to hell.

Poor Billy and Nippy and Peanut, they didn't make it, sniff, sniff.

And that's right Robby, they DIDN'T make it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Your non-gross out gross outs were pretty gross, I'd hate to see your real gross outs.

Am I still the town nympho?

I would like to be something intellectual and erudite.

Jen

And I'm posting at work. Hee hee. And I think I got the 100th post. Hee hee.

Jen

Jen - Posting in the middle of the night? Yikes! Yep you are still the town S.

(The warden is staggering back looking for survivors).

But now have dogs involved. Will sniff out everyone.

believer .... LINY went back to work (in some ways it's my he11 ... ya know. But that's too much to think about when I'm in Idiotville and the drinks are flowing!!! Dammit!!!).

Now - GO BRING 'EM BACK ALIVE!!!!! (OR [censored]-FACED)

{{{WARDEN}}}

Brown

Hey, can I be the IDIOTVILLE shrink? I can open up a Psych hospital for all of us. I'll be a resident and the counselor. I need a job. I ran an anger management group for a year. I'm sure there are some folk on MB that could use a good anger management group. So what do you all think? Can I be the IDIOTVILLE counselor? Of course at the moment I will have to practice without a license. No biggie! CV

Sheesh idiots!! I said:

I'm going to the gym...

and then when I get back I'm going to get drunk! Ok, so I didn't say it but I meant it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

DC your more than welcome here!! I posted to you here a couple of days ago but there's no way to prove it now... is there! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Now get a JOB!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

CV - as you sure you want to take on THAT much? Have you been here before? We're all pretty much nuts! Kiwi is the Madam President of City Council... she can get you a temp. license!! She knows folks!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Idiotville is growing... maybe we need a census! Speak up...

name...

title...

job...

address...

social security number...

bank... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

CV -

OMG - When the student is ready, the teacher appears. We desperately need a psychologist/anger management/addiction specialist/AA worker, gambler specialist et al.

We also have co-dependents, crazy people, bi-polar folks and sex addicts. Some of us are hearing voices too.

We have some chocolate addicts, and (did I say it before) sex addicts.

So you are very needed here.

By the way, last night I had a dream about......... Oops, are you good at dream interpretation?

Billy & Nippy didn't make it?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

sniff... sniff...

are you sure?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

OK - I'm back for a few minutes. Packing stuff for trip to deer lease. I like the swat team idea - can I be justice of the peace too? I could be the swat team sniper!! Curly best not cross my sights!!

Welcome all you new idiots! The more the merrier, I say. I have trouble keeping the old idiots straight - who did what to whom or who had what done unto them? So I will never get the new ones straight either. Oh, well, we're all idiots anyway.

Glad I moved to idiotville before y'all. Nobody asked me to prove I am an idiot. But I could have given them more than 3.

At the rate we're going, I will get back Sunday night to 50 new pages I will have to read. I might get a headache. Do we have a town doctor yet? One is needed to dispense aspirin and ADs. Anyone qualified? It will be good to have a lawyer in case we have to protect ourselves from the moderators.

I think NG should be the town mechanic. She seems to know a lot about cars and trucks and things that have 4 wheels. After I get through paying my lawyer, I will need a free mechanic to fix my 8 year old car <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm afraid it's bedtime. Will probably leave early in the a.m. so guess I'll say bye now. I'll miss this thread more than anything while I am gone.

Idiotville rocks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Robby, they MIGHT have made it.

Believer, is out there with the sniffer dogs right now.

OMG, how sad am I? I really didn't like the thought that Billy and Nippy were under the rubble of the old town. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Serious note for new citizens. We're all idiots here, Robby is Mayor and we don't have titles like BS or WS, which is what I LOVE about this place.

Now where are LINY and Bob - time for them to go on and on and on and on about punk music and time for me to get totally bored by it.

Jen

{{{{{Kiwi}}}}}

Glad you're here! You speak. I listen! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just a brief visit tonight.

It's 6.45pm here and we (H and I)are going to a party tonight. Yippeeeee. It's also Friday night.

My rules for tonight:

Don't drink too much.
Don't stay out too late.
Don't say really stupid things to people if I forget rule no. 1.
Don't dance on the tables - in fact don't dance because even though I think I look FABULOUS dancing, other people might not think so.

I will let you know tomorrow how many rules I broke (I mean kept).

Jen

I have a headache and its making me frown.
Like this =>:{

And my dog won't stay outside long enough to have a proper wizz 'cos he's scared of the fireworks.

" its gonna be a bright...bight...sunshiney day "

oooooooo yeaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

stuff it, I'm going back to bed to spoon-hug my sleeping baby and wait for the drugs to kick in !

[ November 05, 2004, 12:26 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

{hiding all of brown's bras--turning the heat way down}
Well, brown is the town cheerleader!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

{{{{{{{{{{IDIOTS}}}}}}}}}}

What kind of fvcking town is this where they close the bar at, well, whatever time fraggles last posted? Is this a self-serve fvcking bar? And no fvcking way--NO WAY will I be subject to the sh1t of a fvcking town psychologist. I am not fvcking angry so shove your anger managment up your a$$!!!

Hehehe...my little welcome for 55!!!!

kiwi...you are now dubbed the smart s1ut of the town!!!! (Or is that smart a$$ s1ut?!?!?!?) Actually, I think you would make a great clerk. You look so distinguished in your picture...yeah, Town Clerk. All in favor? AYE!!!

Can't call you SS, though, spidey might get insulted. You rock!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

And sadf...where did you go?!?!? You too DC?!?!?

No hiding on this board!!! Where's the dang warden when you need her! {{believer}}

ST...I think you should be the...hmmm....got it...bouncer...Who would mess with one of us, named "shivering timbers"?!?!?

Anybody else for a job? Um, didn't sound good...Anybody else need a position? Forget it. You know what I mean! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Speaking of...NG, where the heck are ya?!?!? {{NG}}

Oh, I hope I didn't miss anybody...yes I did...Starz!!!!!!!!! Def the sharp shooter of the bunch!

Were you with the Commish today when he came and visited today?

Boy, am I exhausted.

And Bob, keep your head up, mate!!!!

May not be able to post tommorrow/later. If I don't have a great weekend everyone!!!!!!!!

Hiya LINY !

I'm OK matey ! Ain't no 'sadless' default to get back to anymore. Just gott aget used to tat and make me some HAPPYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY

I just did all the morning chores cos I was up early - that will get soem some SERIOUS kudos offa my FWW ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

* Incidentally - I shall henceforth refer to my lovely FWW as " Squid" or "Squiddy" not FWS at least on this thread.

Its a pet name and I get fed up with labelling her on here. I can't help but think it mentally reinforces the memory of her 'sin' in my mind when I post here. Bollocks to that ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> *

So I'll pour Squid's coffee now and do CPR to try and bring her back to life ( Squiddy's not a morning person !!!!!!!!LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Bob! I think if you would like to change occupations here, I think you would make a grand interpreter. It's not you that talks and writes funny, it's everyone else, right?!?!? (Well, at least I don't have a problem!) It's really weird how each country and its separate areas have their own dialects and accents.

I hope squid can see what a beautiful man you are!

Yeah, when I eventually do go back to D/S, it will take me a while to readjust--definitely NOT a morning person myself! (Neither is brown, come to think of it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Go enjoy that coffee!!

Ahhhhh the SHEER JOY on Squiddy's fae when she took a sip AND saw the kitchen tidy and the kids school lucnhes made ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Y'know yesterday I was working away from very early till very late so Squid had to do all the choires and driving around herself.

It was a PLAN A VINDICATION DAY ! ;D

(To my shame I only helped out under protect pre-Plan A <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> ) but its just and instinctive part of life nw to PJOA who does what.

Squid had to do lucnh, get teh kids ready for school, drive them both to their schools, go visit MIL and do teh stuff that lovely potty very ill old lady wanted to do, collect kids & MIL to visit new baby, go to DDs parents night visit to school, take DD and SS to pony club, then get home cook the kids dinner and crash. * sigh *

She was POOPED when I got home - dozing and drooling in front of QVCs christmas crafts special !

She said " I really missed you today ".

HAH! Plan A ROCKS ! If I'd know what kudos doing chores and taxi-iing the kids would get me I would of done more YEARS ago ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I think I will start calling you sir bob--and no disrespect to the "English way"; just that much admiration for the sir bob pure way! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />HAH! Plan A ROCKS ! If I'd know what kudos doing chores and taxi-iing the kids would get me I would of done more YEARS ago ! <hr /></blockquote>Funny...and not in a "Hahaha" tpye of way. Guess none of us would be here if we had known that tidbit (and a few others) years ago, huh?

LINY you right mate - the laughter stops and turned pensive ! That quite true who knows what would have happened if I'd DONE more: been more DYNAMIC in the mundane stuff in our M before the A ?

[semi serious warning]
LINY I seem to be respected and appreciated by pretty much everyone ....but Squiddy. She's had it for so long its boring to her now I guess.
Perhaps a few months with OM would've made hr more appreciative? I dunno
[/semi serious warning]

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

well TGIF !!!!!!!!!!!

{{{LINY}}}

[ November 05, 2004, 02:19 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Thanks, sir bob. Is kinda late. Um, early. (3:00am! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Only the present, right?

{{sir bob}}

Yep I forgot u worked nights so I edited * Pillock !* ( thats another quaint old English word for DORK ! )

Manly hugs

" wheres your hand?"
" Here between these two pillows "
" THOSE AREN'T PILLOWS !!!!!! "

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

i was gone for a while. what happened to the jelly thread? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

* Incidentally - I shall henceforth refer to my lovely FWW as " Squid" or "Squiddy" not FWS at least on this thread.

Right on buddy bob boy! I'll drink to that!!!

Hey where the heck is Fraggles when you need her.

Hey Linny I was never around much in Idiotville when you and Brown were. You two are hysterical!

Reading Linny and Bob's convo first thing this A.M. really got me in the mood for today.

It's FRIDAY!!!! Yeeeeeeehaaaaaaaaaw!

Kiwi - hope you had a good night out on the town with the old man!

Weaver - Jen i sprobablystill swinging froma chandelier in NZ somewhere ! Its only midnite there !
Else she and geordie H are doing the wine-fuelled wild thing SNORT ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Either way makes my work day look pretty boring ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Report in Captain Jen ! GOD I'd love a night out with Squid. Can't remember when we last danced drunk with each otehr !

Its been AGES.

Must get a babysitter and go for it. Still, we get lunches together a lot while kids are at school ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

weaver - it's good to hear someone appreciates us - even if it's just a bunch of Idiots.

{{weaver}} and {{all Idiots}}

LINY can hide my bras and turn the heat down - but I'll hide his briefs ........

He's going for the Perky factor.

Bob - For the love of God man - take that Squid out (and I'll be jealous b/c LINY and I haven't been out - since? Well, the wedding I was in 2 wks ago!) (But that doesn't count b/c "I owed it to my Maid of Honor and one of my oldest and dearest friends").

Well, I guess I'll get ready and go to work. I'll have to be Perky there too - I'm teaching a class and I have to entertain my students. The subject matter really, really is some of the most boring stuff on earth. I find myself falling asleep too! (Alot of stretch breaks!)

Be Well Idiots {{{{ALL}}}}

Brown

Brown perky boobs are a gift of God. Y'see he didn't NEED to make ladies and their parts so beguiling but he DID. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

So its holy for me to like looking at perky boobs as long as I save my active response for Squiddy's boobs.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Which, by the way are VERY VERY nice INDEED.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Does size count??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Perkiness and shape are far more important to me than size !

As my dad used to say when hed a had a beer - " more than a handful is wated anyway!"
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (thank Goodness LINY thinks like your dad!)

I've lost some weight - they were the 1st to go. (and thank Goodness LINY likes the Bootee too! - that will be the last go).

I gotta go to work - URGH!!!!

good day to all!!!!

Brown

[ November 05, 2004, 05:46 AM: Message edited by: brown ]

Wow...the time difference in Idiotville sure does keep it rocking 24/7..!! You guys crack me up...and what a relief to know here i'm not a FWS..just another citizen of idiotville...

hmmm...now i gotta find a job <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Yeah DC get a job!!!! (You could always join the cheerleading squad with me - I can't be perky all the time and I don't like smiling all that much - however, I love to scream and yell <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Good morning Idiotville, my how we have grown. Welcome to all new Idiots, Robby is the Mayor, but Jelly holds all the power!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Be fearful people, HEAR ME, BE FEARFUL!!!!!!!!

Bouncer for ST, so sad, the origin of his name was back in the old thread, and it was funny, now nobody will every know, where my darling ST got his name.

Jelly

Robby Said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> We won't have to kiss Jelly's [censored] all the time to keep the thread open!!
<hr /></blockquote>I guess you didn't get that memo!!!

Starz on SWAT, LMAO, Believer, good one. Starz would be perfect. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Starz, you were so obviously an idiot, that is why you didn't have to pass the Idiotville test. That's a compliment, BTW. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Weaver said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey what is Spideys' position Robbie?

<hr /></blockquote>EXTERMINATOR!!!! You can wear tights if it makes you feel better.

Spidey said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I believed: "We're just friends"
I believed: "ILYBIANILWY"
I believed: "Because elephants have big feet"<hr /></blockquote>Yup, your an Idiot, BTW, it was suppose to be alphabetical order, you will fit in just fine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Spidey, have you met Peanut, the town elephant???

kiwi said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Am I still the town nympho?

I would like to be something intellectual and erudite.

<hr /></blockquote>Are you saying town nympho isn't????

55 said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Can I be the IDIOTVILLE counselor? <hr /></blockquote>Do you have a script pad???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I have a feeling, with this new group, I'm never going to get anything done around here.

Frags, sorry about the window, you closed early, with this sudden move, I forgot my key. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, we need the Idiotville rules outlined for the new people.

What are they again??

1.NO titles, WS-BS!!!
2.You must be funny, almost all the time, (unless you are Liny, somehow he slipped through the cracks.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

C.You MUST NEVER get offended, by anything somebody might say to you, it is all banter and fun.

4.The milestone posts, must be a member of Idiotville to win, you must not post two consecutive post in a row, and you must gloat to beat the band when and if you do win.

5. No smoking, but as you see nobody abides that one, cancer seeking people anyways.

That is all I can think of for the moment, but I'm sure there is more. Robby can you help.

Jelly

KY
Frag did close the bar quite early - now I'm forced to put my own Baileys in my coffee and go to work

I'll hit it up later in Idiotville. Peace out Yall!

Brown

Have a great day Brown. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{hiding my cigarette and waving away the smoke coz I didn't know Idiotville was a non-smoking society}}..ah well, I'm not coordinated enough to smoke and type at the same time anyway.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I dunno about the cheerleading job...way too lazy to be perky that often...well, since the temperature dropped down in the 30's here since yesterday..there ARE parts of me that are perky... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ..but I'll fix that as soon as I brave the icky, spider infested basement to re-light the pilot on the furnace...where's that exterminator when ya need her...???

oh yeah, a job..hmmmm....I guessing there is already a bartender in town..but I have a feeling here in Idiotville ya can never have too many of them...then of course since the warden has brought in the dogs, maybe she could use a deputy...i like doggies... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I seem to be respected and appreciated by pretty much everyone ....but Squiddy. <hr /></blockquote>Not true bob! I don't respect or appreciate you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> j/k

Good Morning Idiotville!!!

64 degrees this am. Gonna be a beautiful day!!

You left out a rule Jelly Bing!!

No Edits

Ow! My head hurts...

Fraggles poured those drink a little strong last night!

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DC, put down the cigeratte, yuck, it makes you smell, it stains your teeth, it is tacky, trashy, cancer causing to yourself and to your family and friends who are around you.

As for a job, We don't have a Fire dept. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville,
Robby is the mayor
but I'm the Queen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Not true bob! I don't respect or appreciate you!! j/k LMAO

64 degrees this am. Gonna be a beautiful day!!
It snowed here last night!!!!

You left out a rule Jelly Bing!!

No Edits OMG, how could I forget that, I believe that was our very first rule. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Ow! My head hurts...

Fraggles poured those drink a little strong last night!

That's what I like to see, somebody who takes pride in their work.
<hr /></blockquote>edited, to flex my muscles, and show my power. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 05, 2004, 06:41 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Today is my S first birthday!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy Birthday Buddy !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy Birthday Baby Bear.

Aunt Jelly (psst, I'm coming for you very soon)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Happy Birthday Baby Bear.

Aunt Jelly (psst, I'm coming for you very soon) <hr /></blockquote>LOL!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 DC, put down the cigeratte, yuck, it makes you smell, it stains your teeth, it is tacky, trashy, cancer causing to yourself and to your family and friends who are around you. <hr /></blockquote>Fine Queeny...I'll not smoke in Idiotville..cigarettes anyway.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> hehe...

Fireman(woman)?...I don't know, I seem to be better at starting fires these days than putting them out... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ...But they do have cool hats, and those hoses....whooo hoooo....!

DC, LOL

So went then are you qualified for???

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Niosgirl:
 You DO like Sci-Fi, right? <hr /></blockquote>I do. Do you?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 Psst ! SADFWW is a lawyer, and we may find ourselves convicted of something !
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>You have nothing to worry about Bob- I'm not licensed in the UK! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly and DC,

just to set the record straight, smoking is allowed in Idiotville! Robbie is in charge and he proclaimed it so!

And as the Surgeon General I will decide what is hazardous to our health. And so far the only thing which I have issued a "hazard warning" on is lack of SF.

WARNING! TheSurgeon General has issued a warning that lack of sex is hazardous to your health.

So get over it Jelly.

IF YOU GOT EM, SMOKE EM.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by weaver:
 Hey Sad, I just saw you were here too.

I won the bid on one of those reborn Berenguer babies today. She is beautiful! Now I'm bidding on a really cute chenille outfit for her. I'm, I mean my little girl is going to have the best little Christman this year! <hr /></blockquote>OHHHH I WANT ONE! I want PICTURES when you're done with your room- will you oblige? My H has forbidden me to get another doll for my eldest daughter- and he has a point, she has about 20 of them. I could pretend to get one for my middle daughter- but everyone would see right through that and know that I was doing it for myself- as all she has asked for this Christmas is a pet frog! Can I live vicariously through you??

Sure Sad! Hopefully I will get either a digital camera or a scanner for Xmas, so I can ablige. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Not true bob! I don't respect or appreciate you!! j/k

Robbie - sand in the vaseline <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hyuk !

( thats a terrible phrase isn't it? Imagine that - sand in the vaseline * shiver!* )

my dad ( who was a bit of a blue collar philosopher when I come to think of it) said " If you're true to yourself, you'll always p1ss somebody off, son."
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just a pity that one of them seems to be Squid ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

* sadFWW CHANGE YOUR NAME DAMMIT ! If I can change FWS to Squid you sure as heck can be poopsie Thunderthighs or whatever it was ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ON have a laugh in adversity and shame the devil ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I want her to change her name too, Bob. I hate your name Sad, it makes me sad <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

How about Flower, or Peace, or Serena? Something pretty. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Something pretty. <hr /></blockquote>How about something delicious, Chocolate

or maybe Chocolate chip?

Brownie?

DoubleFudge?

Dang I'm hungry.

I just don't get why people smoke, can't you read it is bad for you. Kind of like that infedelity thing, it is bad, why do people do it???

Jelly, calling the kettle black.

psst!

Bob...

j/k means just kidding! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sad you KNOW you liked SistaInLaw ! GO FOR IT !

Or Sex-Muffin or something You gotta lose that SAD thang.

OOh ! OOH !

How About Erin Brockovitch ????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey about like "chocolat" like the movie. I bet you loved that movie Jelly. Is that how you spell it?

And just so you know, I smoke but I drink green tea and red wine and take mega vitamins and work out a lot! My teeth are also very white because I have to brush them so much.

*sigh* it's hard work being a smoker.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 psst!

Bob...

j/k means just kidding! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Must be that language thing again ! Britain and the US - two countries divided by a common language <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I know mate! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You de Mayor I gotta keep in with you if I ever want planning permission in idiotville !

Weaver do you smoke after sex ? Or is it steam ?

LOL !

* blush * <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh my gosh! I just can't believe you said that. Now I'm sitting in my office laughing and the staff probably thinks I'm drunk.

Ever since Bob came to town, Idiotville is turning XRated.

Does anyone mind! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:

Or Sex-Muffin or something You gotta lose that SAD thang.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Bob- you just made me spit my diet pepsi out.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Weaver do you smoke after sex ? <hr /></blockquote>I smoke during sex!!! It's HOT!!!

No blush, just <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Are you the town harlet? No offense to you if you are not, but I think you would make a good one. Anyway Kimmy, your position is not clear to me, please clarify.
<hr /></blockquote>I prefer the term "free spirit" thank you berry much...

I'm also mommyish to the point of annoyance to IRL friends...but I've got a wicked keen sense of humor.

I'm quitting as resident shrink. Believer has put way too much pressure on me with all those addictions here in IDIOTVILLE. And LINY, I don't think I'm qualified to run that anger management group after reading your post. Working with folks who were court ordered because of violent behavior would be easier than this group. Also, given my very own revenge fantasies towards a certain woman, I think I need to be in an anger management group.

SOOOOO, what can I do here? Any suggestions? H has been telling me a lot lately he wants to quit his job and be a bus driver. Maybe I can drive the bus, and if he EVER comes to this place I'll give him my job, and I'll find another. Nah, I don't want to drive all you lunatics around. Well, I'm open for suggestions. CV

CV - Sheeeesshhhhhh, you quit on us already? Now we'll just have to cry in our beer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey what is Spideys' position Robbie? <hr /></blockquote>Um hello??? Spidey??? She our resident super hero and web slinger...didn't you know there IS a Spider Girl?

Oh yah....not enough nerds like me on this board at all!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by weaver:


And as the Surgeon General I will decide what is hazardous to our health. And so far the only thing which I have issued a "hazard warning" on is lack of SF.

WARNING! TheSurgeon General has issued a warning that lack of sex is hazardous to your health.

<hr /></blockquote>Oh crap...I'm dooomed .. may as well smoke away.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Well, it's official, Idiotville is definately a bad influence on me already...spent so much time contemplating what I am qualified for (thanks for sparking that inferiority complex Jelly) that I forgot to check my jeans in the dryer and had to come to work with damp jeans...it was either that or waste my one casual day a week wearing 'dress up' clothes...screw that...but did ya ever have to be outside in 30 degree temps with damp jeans on??...not fun....! And now I'm posting at work!!...you guys are gonna get me in trouble I can tell... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Robby, Happy Birthday to your little one...I loooove babies, and one is such a great age...they still smell good (well, except when they dookie their diaper), can't talk yet, and you can strap them in a highchair, put them in a playpen or crib and they have to stay there!...ahhh, the memories...I've been living with teenagers for the last 5 years, so it's kinda of hard to remember when having kids was fun!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I ONLY edited because you're cute and stuff!!!
<hr /></blockquote>I know Robby. You're the bomb diggitiest!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Does anyone have a cure for a Goober addiction? <hr /></blockquote>Chocolate covered oreos and Salt-n-Vinegar Chichirrones.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:


I just don't get why people smoke, can't you read it is bad for you. Kind of like that infedelity thing, it is bad, why do people do it???

Jelly, calling the kettle black. <hr /></blockquote>Jelly..quit your nagging would ya?...I brush my teeth constantly, carry good smelling spritzer perfume around with me, and I'm very considerate of those who don't smoke....My H is a 'reformed' smoker and he makes me go outside...which is normally not a problem until winter hits the east coast...brrrrr...
Besides Robby said I could... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well since CV quit as shrink, at least I'm not the only unemployed one in the bunch..still trying to pick a job though....I always had this weird thing about being a mailman..it was like my dream when I was a kid...(don't ask why..I'm kind of afraid to dig into that one too deeply..lol)

Ok, this is for Jelly. Where were you yesterday? I know. Right here, check out this link. Jelly, you terrorist...J/K.

chocolate wreck

Actually, this article doesn't do it justice.

Leave my roads alone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And please make it somethin' Perky

<hr /></blockquote>Please see any of my references to Dr. Peter Ladoux in SAT, TX. He is the God of Making 'Em Perky....Told the man to make 'em perky and he took my destructions and ran with them...also told him to lift da girls up to my chin so when gravity starts workin' on 'em again they'll always be in the exact right places.....

(evil grin)

Heres a stupid idea

I was booked in to get a tatt a month or so ago.

A big one on my right bicep of a broken heart in a design that could be repaired with laces at a future visit.It was a beautiful design and as this sitch is one of the big life ones I thought a Tatt would commemmorate my survival from it at least.

ANYWAYYYYYYYYYYYY i thought about it and realised it might be a recovery inhibitor. How would Squid like to be reminded of how much she'd hurt me every time I took off my shirt or wore a tee shirt ? So I canned the idea. But I'm resurrecting it !

Any ideas or a nice tatt with a CONNECTION to this mess but something that would not be a trigger to Squid?

Bob, I'll have to give your tattoo some thought. But I had a great idea. How about I can give people tattoos here in IDIOTVILLE? I think I'm into pain, that is inflicting it. HMMMM, I'm sure as I'm sticking everybody with those needles I can be imagining who I'd really like to be stichin' it to. Can't you see why I make such a good counselor in the real world? I don't have any hang-ups! REALLY! CV

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now where are LINY and Bob - time for them to go on and on and on and on about punk music and time for me to get totally bored by it.

<hr /></blockquote>At least Jen doesn't get bored when I talk about it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> " more than a handful is wated anyway!"
<hr /></blockquote>I had a guy say that to me while I was a G cup...of course he never looked me directly in the eyes during our whole conversations....I'm still of the opinion that it was totally sour grapes on his part.

[censored]. "Um, hello, my face is UP HERE."

<blockquote>quote:<hr />We won't have to kiss Jelly's [censored] all the time to keep the thread open!!
<hr /></blockquote>Speak for yourself. She likes it that way.

SIMMER DOWN ST!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bob how about a squid???? I would hate my H to get a reminder of the A. That is crazy. I'm sure you won't feel like it in months to come. Sit on it, and think.

I'm sorry, but it is funny to me, you look way different than your personality.

tattoos are tacky, just like smoking. Man I'm opinionated. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm so much more conservative then you all.

RH, I should have been there for clean up.

KY: I thought you were the one that caused the wreck? Oh well. J/K

Oh YES. I want a tattoo too!

Yes, lets talk about ideas for tattoo's.

Jelly, you definately need to spend some time up here on the island <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You be wound up a little too tight, little sister.

I'm surprised our free spirit Kimmy hasn't had a little more influence on ya yet. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Jelly, you definately need to spend some time up here on the island <hr /></blockquote>WHEN PIGS FLY!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm surprised our free spirit Kimmy hasn't had a little more influence on ya yet. <hr /></blockquote>I'm not a conformist, so when we getting tattoos? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />quote:
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We won't have to kiss Jelly's [censored] all the time to keep the thread open!!

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Speak for yourself. She likes it that way.
<hr /></blockquote>Oh, my darling Kimmy, you know me so well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> and what a relief to know here i'm not a FWS..just another citizen of idiotville...
<hr /></blockquote>My darlin' DC - your mistakes do not DEFINE you if you don't let them. If you learned something, if you became a better human being in spite of them....well, then you are MORE than welcome in MY life.

I tell my dearest Jelly that when she's feeling down. Sometimes she believes me, sometimes she doesn't....but she will NEVER be anything but an awesome human, imo. As your friend I ache when you ache and Lord knows we will take stock in Kimberly Clark so we won't ever go broke from buying tissues together if need be.

It's my duty as all ya'lls friends to tell you when you eff up and to love you in spite of it. If you don't do the same for me, I'll have to crawl through cyberspace and give you holy whatfor.

((((ALL MY IDIOTS))))

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I do. Do you?
<hr /></blockquote>SFWW - Does the Pope **** in the woods?

The answer (before he got so ill) is YES (he was an avid hiker and camper).

[ November 05, 2004, 10:02 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> sadFWW CHANGE YOUR NAME DAMMIT <hr /></blockquote>I am with Bob on this one darlin. I personally LOVE the one someone suggested "Phoenix" (which also has been an idear for a new tattoo for me lately). Now if you're as much of an Idiot as me, you'll know that Jean Gray turns into Phoenix, so Jean Gray would also be a cool name...just because idiots like me would totally get it.

- Kimmy

PS - For all you non-comic fans, Jean Gray and Phoenix are X-Men characters....duh!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Ever since Bob came to town, Idiotville is turning XRated.

Does anyone mind!
<hr /></blockquote>Not I said the mouse. It's the only way I get any. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Kimmy, I say that thing about the Pope all the time (though I usually phrase it "Do da Pope sh*t in da woods?"). People look at me like I'm a mental patient.

I should have known you'd get it.

Still thinking about my tattoo. Where, and what.

I want some kind of symbol I think, not a picture.

Maybe back of my shoulder.

I watched Cape Fear the other day. I want the same jailhouse ink Max Cady has on the inside of his forearm...

"Vengeance is mine..." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

GC

{{{{{{{{{{NERDS}}}}}}}}}}
Uh, I mean...
{{{{{{{{{IDIOTS}}}}}}}}}

I have been LMAO for the past 30 minutes reading (I was just going to write that "J!" word--*sigh*) IVILLE, trying desperately to get some caffeine in me! Thank goodness I am not permitted to access the internet at work. It would be just yet another thing to add to my list against my name!!!!

I had so many things I wanted to respond to, and my memory ain't what it used to be.

Tat artist...I like it...am still trying to get the right design and nerve to get one myself...only place it would look good would be on my thigh...really no upperbody strength--all in the legs. You know, us footballers!

And as AG, I must offer you a warning sadfww--you are in direct violation of the laws of idiotville every time you post--i would prefer to stay away from the class action suit against you and for you to conform in the most nonconformist manner and change those words that so not describe you!!!!!!!!! (Oh, I forgot..."Damnit!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Damn, that's a big crack KY!!!

(I'll letchya think about that one for awhile!)

DC...I think dogcatcher is appropriate. This way us lazy idiots don't have to change writing DC every time we talk behind your back. I mean, refer to you.

I will check back periodically to ensure I do not have to sue anybody today!

Bob - as for your tat - a Phoenix rising from the flames is PEFECT imo. Think about the story....this beautiful bird lives forever only by dying to be resurrected from he ashes of his demise....Can you think of a more fitting analogy of your love? I can't. Nio and I have been through so much and WE'VE survived intense and immense pain....only to rise from it (hopefully) to become more beautiful and complete....

Delean-de, my brother through the test of fire.

God's fire to you.

Bob-

About this new name for your wife... squid?

squiddy?

How 'bout Calamari? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm sure you love to eat calamari! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm surprised our free spirit Kimmy hasn't had a little more influence on ya yet.
<hr /></blockquote>Let me tell you, there is nothing so sexy as having your tattoos kissed long and lovingly. NOTHING! I'm so glad my man has 'em...and I'm ever so thankful for mine.

GC!!! Wanted to tell you a story to explain how fvcked up my mind works!

Now, this was all yesterday, while walking from the parking lot at work, in the pouring rain, looking at the "grey clouds" and the shadows they were creating.

I was thinking, I remember whne GC was talking about how he got his name...and your mom used to refer to you as greycloud...then I remember another time you said you were a meteorologist, right? Freaky, huh?

Meteorologist--another really stupid English language word. n-"One that studies meteors." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LOTS of new people lurking!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Come on in! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The waters fine!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly Bing is da Queen 'a ling! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bob - as for your tat - a Phoenix rising from the flames is PEFECT imo. Think about the story....this beautiful bird lives forever only by dying to be resurrected from he ashes of his demise....Can you think of a more fitting analogy of your love? I can't. Nio and I have been through so much and WE'VE survived intense and immense pain....only to rise from it (hopefully) to become more beautiful and complete....

Kimmy, that was absolutely beautiful!

Gray, Bob, and all, maybe all of idiotville should get this tattoo as a reminder of how we helped pull each other out of hells fire, and rise above the pain. And how love is still alive. And we don't have to be with WS to be filled with love and rise above the ashes, oh no.

GC - I still get to watch, right? Oh, wait...that was TJ that said I could watch....you'd let me watch you get inked, right GC? Pretty please? I love watching the artists at work.

You should see the one dwh just got...the guy that did it...OMG...it was like magic watching it take form.

weaver...great idea, mate! He11, the T-shirt idea didn't fly! Now, where to put it....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I'm sure you love to eat calamari!
<hr /></blockquote>Oh, Robby, God love you.

I feel I have no place in this new freaked out world of Idiotville, you guys are all way too nerdy/freaky for me.

I will not be getting a tattoo anytime soon, nor later.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Damn, that's a big crack KY!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Is that a fat joke???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Shall I stop Liny, are you too fragile for my banter? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

My silly silly KY...It's the Non-funny crack I was falling through, boob!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I feel I have no place in this new freaked out world of Idiotville, you guys are all way too nerdy/freaky for me.
<hr /></blockquote>Stop it Jelly! Right now!!

You're nerdy & freaky! Just in different ways! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Linny,

I am going to get mine right above my tush, on the lower back.

Was going to get big daddy tattoo'd there because that is BF's name, but this is much better, and I won't have to get it removed if big daddy bails.

!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

***edited because I'm an idiot and didn't test the link***

[ November 05, 2004, 10:35 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You're nerdy & freaky! Just in different ways! <hr /></blockquote>Am not!!! Never been a nerd, never!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Can you give me a list? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> My silly silly KY...It's the Non-funny crack I was falling through, boob!
<hr /></blockquote>Yes, Liny, I know, mine was a joke, see this just proves what I'm saying, I bet everybody else got it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 Bob-

About this new name for your wife... squid?

squiddy?

How 'bout Calamari? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm sure you love to eat calamari! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

She might be the only calamari in the world who LOVES being eaten ! ( I won't blush, you started iT !!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

"squid" comes from the VERY FIRST TIME she ever told me her second name when we were students. She had a dreadful cold and replied:
" It's Quinn" ( her maiden name) but it sounded like:
" Id Squid ". We laughed and fell in love soon after.

So she has been my Squid or Squiddy ever since for 22 years of love and 4 months of pain.

Nothing to do with invertibrate seafood sadly !
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Funny though " calamari" LOL !

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> She might be the only calamari in the world who LOVES being eaten ! <hr /></blockquote>You know I have been called JellyFish, they must be related to squid. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok NOW I'll blush ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

* blush *

I love all you Idiots !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I bet everybody else got it.<hr /></blockquote>Willya tal to brown, please.

BTW, LOVE eating brownie's!

{NOT blushing!}

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> {evil grin} <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW, LOVE eating brownie's!

PPPPFFFFTTTTTT ! * spits out mouthful of Cava !!!!!!
LOL !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> "squid" comes from the VERY FIRST TIME she ever told me her second name when we were students. She had a dreadful cold and replied:
" It's Quinn" ( her maiden name) but it sounded like:
" Id Squid ". We laughed and fell in love soon after.
<hr /></blockquote>That is quite possibly one of the sweetest, most romatical things I've read in a long, long time. You're such a mush-head, Bob. I think that's why I like you!

LINY - the meteorology thing had not occurred to me. Dumb as a box of rocks sometimes.

Maybe, Kimmy, I could get it videotaped.

Not sure the phoenix idea works for me. It does fit though, don't it?

Bob, here's a really, really bad haiku for ya. Maybe my worst ever. And it's all for you...

Bob, cram the sex talk.
No more yanky my wanky!
Maybe next summer.

GC

PLease explain the parameters for a haiku...breathing in these finish fumes are not helping me!

I can't believe the stuff I tell you lot. I've never told my BEST FRIEND that before.

Squid got used to my "mush" over the years and needed more 'admiration' than romance I think durin her mid life crisis once she turned forty.

Thats where OM came in: " you have the best kicks I've ever seen, you could be the worlds best female referee ,stick with me honey ..by the way, you had a hair colour, did I tell ya how my GF doesn't understand my dedication to my sport JUST LIKE your terrible husband?...mebbe I should book a by the hour hotel in your hometown have a meal and we'll see what happens... ".

Difference is Kimmy I didn't have to trick and flatter my baby into my heart and bed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Anyhow..I yam what I yam. I'm a daft romantic but thats not all bad, right ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

That Tatt post was just lovely by the way. Really lovely. Thanks.

I could only adore her, I didn't know enough about Karate to flatter her credibly about it.

In order to cement my name in the annals of nerdy-geekdom I must in good conscience forward this trailer:

Trailer

I can't wait. Surely, prayerfully, it'll be better than the last movie...which won't be hard since the acting was so terrible.

Please, dear God, make it at least as good as the book.

Hey NG...Ya think brown and I could send over the girls to your babysitter so we could double-date? (Wr don't get to go out much--last time, was for the wedding..but we "had" to..time before that was shortly after D-day..Yikes! I HAVETA GET BACK ON D/S!!!!!!!!!!!!)

Haiku structure:

5 syllables
7 syllables
5 syllables

Less strict guidelines:

* Keep it simple
* Compose it quickly
* Include something about a season

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Niosgirl:
 In order to cement my name in the annals of nerdy-geekdom I must in good conscience forward this trailer:

Trailer

I can't wait. Surely, prayerfully, it'll be better than the last movie...which won't be hard since the acting was so terrible.

Please, dear God, make it at least as good as the book. <hr /></blockquote>I will make you a BIG bet that I'm geekier then you are <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> . I can't wait for this either. Since I don't have a prayer of dragging my H to see it, I'm going to have to force my teenage nephews to be seen in public with their old aunt. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 05, 2004, 12:54 PM: Message edited by: Sadfww ]

Can I just quote Susan Powter for a second?

STOP THE MADNESS!!! or maybe it was STOP THE INSANITY! anyways - people stop posting so dang much! Does anyone else besides me have a job that they actually work at?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh and Robby - loved the calamari comment - that was classic.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> - people stop posting so dang much! Does anyone else besides me have a job that they actually work at??
<hr /></blockquote>Eff that WO. If I worked at a job where they got in the way of my online time, I'd have to quit.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Your HR dept desperately needs re-vamping if they're cutting into our play.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:
 Haiku structure:

5 syllables
7 syllables
5 syllables

Less strict guidelines:

* Keep it simple
* Compose it quickly
* Include something about a season

GC <hr /></blockquote>The poontang you seek
awaits you in your future
for now wear loose pants

Double post Sorry My Love <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 05, 2004, 11:53 AM: Message edited by: shiveringtimbers ]

Bob...LOL

WOAH wo!!!!

N/S here...I think you need to setup an appt wit 55...posting in between staining...

Which way to be sane?
"**** 'em all," I say kindly
Hey Idiotville!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 05, 2004, 01:59 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

WO wrote:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> STOP THE MADNESS!!! or maybe it was STOP THE INSANITY! anyways - people stop posting so dang much! Does anyone else besides me have a job that they actually work at??
<hr /></blockquote>I will have to agree with you. I almost get caught up on everything and then I have to get back to work then I return and there is 3 more pages to read. This has happened twice today <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

The reason I don't post much is I can't keep up. Then if I just post without getting caught up I look like a idiot wow how ironic <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wow we are growing huh does anyone have a current population on Idiotville?

Happy Friday to you all. I hope you all have a fun filled weekend with no triggers and lots of SF <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am off for now need to get back to work so I can get home to my KY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry again my Love <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Man I'm a Idiot

ST

[ November 05, 2004, 11:56 AM: Message edited by: shiveringtimbers ]

ST!!!! (BTW, you don't haveta double post just cause you're jealous! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Are you still standing on the Idiotville unemployment line?!?!

Thanks for the best wishes of SF!! (Have to be "careful" this weekend though!!!!!) Damn, I'm good--know brown's cycle better than she does!! (Gotta watch out in about two weeks though--*****y egg will be fallin!)

DANG! EDITED! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> (Forgot to "1" the "i". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> )

"*******************...That's all you ever do!"

[ November 05, 2004, 02:01 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I can't keep up with you all! I'm really glad I quit the shrink position. I know I'm crazy, but this place brings it all out to a new level of madness. Of course nothing could be crazier than the real world.

Bob, I need lessons in admiration also. Apparently I'm just not as good as the OW was. She was the master! I wonder if there is an admiration class? CV

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Are you still standing on the Idiotville unemployment line?!?!
<hr /></blockquote>No I am standing outside the bar waiting for the doors to open so I can bust some heads. Ya know I'm the bouncer right <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

<blockquote>quote:<hr />
kyellow4
Member
Member # 35284

posted November 05, 2004 10:35 AM
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quote:
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She might be the only calamari in the world who LOVES being eaten !
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You know I have been called JellyFish, they must be related to squid.

--------------------
A person, who is nice to you, but rude to a waiter, is not a
nice person.<hr /></blockquote>Frame it KY--200th post!!!! (And a classic already!)

YUM YUM!!!!!

[ November 05, 2004, 12:02 PM: Message edited by: LINY ]

No WO,

I'm the boss!

But the emps' sure do have to work. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And ever since MB came to town they have to work twice as hard to make up for my slack! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thank goodness MY boss is six hours away in another office!

Edited ONLY to include the "", so don't get your panties in a wad mayor!!

{handing back the beautiful mauve dress}

(BTW, I went with my fluorescent green pumps instead.)

Weaver...what "Island" are you referring to?

ST overrulin' the wifey!

{High-fiving ST, doin' the belly bounce!}

What kind of bar is this anyhow?!?!? Where is that fraggles?!?!?

Gall! You IDIOTS! I almost caught up, to page 11, then went to Parent Teacher Conferences, heard how wonderful and charming my children are (of COURSE they are! They're IDIOTS, too, thank GOD!), then have to read for 5 MORE pages of totally IDIODIC and WONDERFUL posts, just to arrive here.

Now then, whose basement needs the spider exterminating? DC? So she can have heat? Of course, she doesn't need the heat now that her jeans have frozen to her a$$! She can use the heat at her "casual day" work.

So, what else needs to be killed (besides Bob's tatt idea - good call) and eaten round here? Any requests? Next week, the Rat-o-matic will be used in the New York Fear Factor, my tube told me last night. Anyone up for RAT?

Spidey

Don'tchaya know ol2 already was admonished for that?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

It's an island in Lake Superior off of Michigans UP. Jelly thinks it's Mackinac Island but it isn't. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

If you want more specifics then I'll email Brown okay. Don't want to give too much away on here.

AND, all of you {{{idiots}}} here have encouraged me to do the idiodic thing, of FINALLY changing my sig line.

Ah. That's better.

But that's totally, FEATHER PLUCKIN', INSANE!!!

Oh Spidergirl! You are just way too cute.

Now, I must attempt to produce, before the brass notices my lack of production.

Have a GREAT weekend Idiotville!!!!

I'm outta here.

weaver! You too bud!

SS, may I say, You Rock!!!!?

LINY & Brown - Nio and I would be pleased as punch to double date with you... you don't mind my mom watching the chillens, do you? I promise she'll send them home with a spatula so you can scrape them off the ceiling - she is, after all, a grandma. That means all the sugar and candy they want, then she'll send them home for us to deal with.

- Kimmy

Please please please!!!! Really, REALLY need an adult night out with brown!

I resign.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 I resign. <hr /></blockquote>HUH?!?!?!?!?!!?!?

Please 'splain, Lucy!

Broken heart tattoo
Inky reminder of pain
prevents love's healing

Our real hearts can heal
but indelible ink heart
is ever broken

My wedding band carves
a groove around my finger
also round my heart

This sacred gold band
marks in my flesh the marriage
so hard fought for and won

No tattoo needed
to remind us that our love
was refined by fire

I look to my ring
our pain is reflected there
along with our joy

Broken heart tattoo
Looks back to only bad times
anchored in the dark

Golden wedding ring
carries joy and pain forward
drives on to the light

I need no ink stain
to remember a heartbreak
when my ring says "hope"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 05, 2004, 01:17 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

wow...beautiful, bob. just beautiful. talented bloke, you are! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

LINY - Doancha and Brown live where that white fuzzy stuff falls out of the sky?

Of course, if you guys wanna getaway, Nio and I would be happy to party ya'll up down here....it's not even cold here lately...coldest it's been during the day is 70s....perfect to go set out on the beach with some cold ones and watch the waves, imo....what say Brown? Up for a road trip?

Yeah, sometimes....NY....

Sounds very, very enticing!!!! I'll let brown field that question!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It's an island in Lake Superior off of Michigans UP. Jelly thinks it's Mackinac Island but it isn't.
<hr /></blockquote>Oh, darling, please, I know EXACTLY where you are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> BOO!!!

My name is "Jelly"
ST says, "Calamari"
Oh, yeah, Love that man. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Fraggs is about to get fired, it's Friday!!!!
Order up folks.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> That's not funny <hr /></blockquote>Speaking of Liny, I posted to you on your other thread. I'm a bit worried.

Jelly, married to ST, isn't he cute and funny, you crack me up love. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr /> That's not funny <hr /></blockquote>Speaking of Liny... <hr /></blockquote>LMAO!!!!!!!

Well, it's that time for me to get ready to go to he11. I DID finish staining everything on the first floor!!! WhoooHooooo....{doing the happy dance}

Be back when all of you are sleeping or having SF.
*{SIGH}*

(Although Bob and Kiwi may be doing one of the above right now!!!) (Not together, of course! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Have a great day/night/sleep/SF/weekend/movie/any other indoor or outdoor sports everyone!!!

LINY

KY, BTW....Thanks! Really, toughest thing I have ever had to deal with. But, I ***AM*** getting there!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Figure out your triggers. Try to avoid them, and try to find new coping skills.<hr /></blockquote>Like I posted to woe, STRESS. How the **edit** do you avoid it?!?!?!? Been "dealing" with it better, but...

And that's why I'm here!!!!!!!!!!

And like I said on that "other" thread, you've figured out why I thank you guys and gals so much!!!!!!

{{{KY}}}

[ November 05, 2004, 02:30 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> having SF.
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah, rub it in....

Jel - am I certain I want to remain straight???? It's not like I'm gettin' any, anyway.

(simmer down ST)

<<<<<thinking to myself

"Self, I think I just threadjacked Idiotville!"

Is that possible?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{IDIOTVILLE}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Yeah, rub it in....

Jel - am I certain I want to remain straight?? <hr /></blockquote>Kimmy, you had me at, "Yeah, rub it...." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny, I was worried maybe I had over stepped some boundaries, maybe when I should have kept my mouth shut.

Stay cool in he11. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

{{liny}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 <<<<<thinking to myself

"Self, I think I just threadjacked Idiotville!"

Is that possible?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{IDIOTVILLE}} <hr /></blockquote>You think YOU threadjacked and I wrote feckin haiku about a tattoo and got away with it????

You are a mere beginner in the art of threadjacking young skywalker ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm frusterated as hell and Senor Poirple isn't "gettin' 'er done" anymore.

Sorry 'bout the graphics Idiotians. I'm getting biotchy....again.

{{{{Idiots}}}}

When the bar opens can I just have an OJ please? j/k

I remembered all my rules (from about 10 pages back) and we had a very good night.

Kimmy, sorry don't know what to do about your "problem". Had to laugh because I own a "Mr Pinky" which is probably just like Senor Poirple. H gave him to me as a "fun" birthday present. I got a "polite" birthday present as well so I could tell people what I got for my birthday without having to watch their eyes bug out.

I didn't mean to leave you out of the "boring music" category. It's usually just Bob and LINY, late at night.

And, what's up, RH? Are you resigning from Idiotville or resigning from building your m?

I hope it's not either.

Jen

Hiya Jen ! * waves*

glad you had a great night out ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Head a little thick this morning huh ? hee! hee !

Bizarre that timezones mean I see before and after your hangover ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Head actually isn't too bad, Bob. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It was one of those good evenings where you drink enough to be relaxed but not so much that you wake up in the morning and think "OMG did I say that?????"

It was a party with my old workmates which is sometimes a bit uncomfortable for H (because he knows they all know) but quite a few people said to me how well we looked and how happy we looked.

A very good girl friend whispered to me that H looked 10 years younger than the last time she saw him.

So you see, Bob, life goes back to normal, it becomes enjoyable and fun again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Time and patience. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

Edited to add OMG I forgot to mention your picture. I agree with Jelly, you don't post like your picture. You and Mrs Pure are a lovely looking couple.

I can't believe LINY said I looked "distinguished". It makes me sound like an aging businessman. LOL LINY, attractive and feminine would have done. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I'm just kidding BTW. I'm not offended.

[ November 05, 2004, 02:57 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ ]

Hi Jen, glad you had a great night.

RH, we need an explanation, if you can help us with that. We all care about you and Onlywords and are a bit worried.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> What's up???

I'm off for a night of grocery getting and some dinner before hand, nothing romantic, always take the boys. We have a fun family night though.

Have a good Friday everybody, and a good weekend too.

We're going to go see the Incredibles tonight....wanna come with ST and Jel? I'll bet your kids and mine would have a helluva time ripping the theatre apart. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

OH! I know no serious R talk, but dwh just called to tell me he (finally) called CPS on OW....

Is it my imagination or did he11 just freeze over?

(peeking out my office window to see if frogs are raining out of the sky)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Had to laugh because I own a "Mr Pinky" which is probably just like Senor Poirple. <hr /></blockquote>Hee hee...mine is the "silver bullet".

And yeah RH - where are you and what's up? Don't leave us hangin'.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> "Mr Pinky" <hr /></blockquote>Got one of those, too....damitol. Maybe tonight'll be the night, since it seems that dh is making "progress" in getting over the tart.

Hope springs eternal and all that blather.

Kimmy that is GREAT news from NIO!!! Yippee.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We're going to go see the Incredibles tonight....wanna come with ST and Jel? I'll bet your kids and mine would have a helluva time ripping the theatre apart <hr /></blockquote>Oh, Kimmy, my kids would not rip the theatre apart, they are alowed to be children at all times, but respectfully so. I'm a extremely KIND, but firm parent. I don't want anybody to ever dread seeing my car pull in their drive with my children. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But.... my mom just called, she wants to take our boys to that show, so it is romance for ST and I tonight. We get to dine alone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

The boys are going to love the show. How about if we meet for drinks after Kimmy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> How about if we meet for drinks after Kimmy.
<hr /></blockquote>I'll probably need them by then...lmao.

Seriously, my kids are VERY well behaved when we're out. I'm one of those 'rents that believe that the only way kids learn to behave in public is to TAKE them in public from the time they are little bitty on.

Leo was a week old when I first took him shopping with me at TRU (toys R us). I had him in the cart and a lady stopped me and asked which aisle they had babies like him on b/c she wanted one just like him (as if! they broke the mold after that kid...God said that the world wouldn't be able to handle two such wonderful kids - his dimples are from where God held his face in His hand and said, "You are just SOOO damn cute")....All my kids have been out to eat and to movies with us from the time they were infants on....

GAWD, I love my babies.....can't tell, huh?

Babies. Mine were wonderful.

When my DD was 4 and son was 6, I had a friend over who had children same age as them. One of her children was eating a muffin and then smeared it all over a glass door.

When they were gone DD said "that girl was so messy. I didn't like it." or something like that in 4 year old speak.

Jen

OMG I finally caught up!!!! (and I came home at lunch and read some - Oy! Oy! Oy! - Such busy little idiots)

I want a red devil .... it's a drink not a "Mr Pinky". I knew an irish bartender that made one of them for me every Friday night. For those of you that haven't had one ... a red devil that is ... it's sweet and fruity and will kick your a$$ when you least expect it!!! Just yummy!!!

Where is Fragg?!?!?

I was wondering why LINY bought Betty Crocker's Brownie Mix at Wal-mart last week - He loves to eat brownies. I know he likes chocolate -but baked goods too!!!! Does that man ever cease to amaze me????

I've thought about a tattoo - maybe for my 4oth b-day. I'm not sure of what. I have 3 years to think about it. Maybe a plate of brownies for LINY (that would be sooooooo sexy -huh?)

Oh I almost forget a cheer .....

Let's go Idiots!!!!
Never like'em win!!!!
We'll get SF over the weekend!!!!
And start Monday with a G-R-I-N Grin, Grin, Grin,!!!

Yeah Idiots!!!!

Brown

You and Mrs Pure are a lovely looking couple.

That pic predates my business paunch, my gray goatee and my recent slimming and buffing up.

I look pretty much the same again now 'cept with a graying goatee & a gray streak in my hair. Squiddy still looks as beautiful as she did in the photo. Always does. Break smy heart really...pix from 'before' make me think " she was MINE then".

I know , I know it gets better <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Shes asleep drooling in front of the TV right now. NEVER understood that fetish of hers ! When shes really tired she'd rather doze in front of the TV than GO TO BED AND COMFORT !

I kiss her on the lips and she wakes up either smiling or in a panic ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

She heard a sporting friend of hers went into coma today and will be dead before morning.

She hasn't lost a friend before. I know how it will hurt, poor baby.

She'll be fine though.

Night night and happy weekend my dearlings.

Robby - tell baby bear Tia Kimmy says HBD and would love a slice of cake please....

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Did everyone escape from the old Idiotville? Just wondering if I should stop searching.

Got another dumb letter from WH today. I just wish he would leave me alone.

Wow!

So much!

{{{{{believer}}}}}

You seem to need that! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Reseal it and send it back to him UNDELIVERABLE!

Just a thought...

mr. mayor (whispering) - our mod is reading here. do you think the new Idiotville will pass the test?

where's our lawyer?

Mayor - Warden {{{{hugs}}}} Good evening!

How the H-E double hockey sticks are ya???

believer - what did he have to say? are you ok? atleast, 2 idiots are here for now - the rest are probably stinkin' drunk and doin' God knows what (or maybe they just have lives).

B

I have no life, and I'm drinking beer (no thanks to Frags! I hope she didn't drown in her sinus infection! GROSS! IDIOT!).

Well, I haven't been told to do anything, so I got my killin' eatin' eye on Believer's searchin' sniffin' dogs ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ).

HOLD ME BACK, IDIOTS!

Hey freaks....miss me?

Well, WH comes home this weekend (he has been gone on a 9 week international trip...AGAIN....and now has a new girlfriend there....AGAIN). I am exhausted...just plain tired. Want this season of misery and blech to pass. I want the sweet stuff life is made of, with a companion, a love, security, SF, all of it.

Oh well, God is clearly teaching me patience...this may take awhile! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

P.S. I am so massively offended that NO ONE CAME LOOKING FOR ME!!!

You were all frigging DRINKING IN CELEBRATION and EXHORTATION that I was lost in celly's jelly...waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I am gonna get this thread shut down.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

MOOOOOOOOODDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDERATORSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!

Edited, because I can. I know the mayor. And I am NOT afraid of him.

By the way, Mayor, e tu Robby?????

[ November 05, 2004, 08:06 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

DipiT -

For your information I have been out with the dogs (the same one SS is considering killing and eating) searching for any left behind Idiotvillers.

Okay, I did come back from time to time for a drink, but mostly have been searching.

Yep, that's right, Beleiver has been here drinking a LOT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Spidey - Least I have been staggering around looking, with the dogs. Please don't cook the dogs.

Cook the Dogs!!

We've also got Manatees!!!

YUMMY!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

In Korea, cooked dog is a delicacy . . . er, maybe just "regular" food. Phonetically, it is called "K-go-ge." BUT, H says they use the little doggies - probably more tender meat than some big sniffin' dog!

Where the heck is Frags? She must have drown in green snot! Horrible! What an idiot!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Idiotville - Come to attention. This is the warden speaking. We all have to pull together, right now.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Idiotville - Come to attention. This is the warden speaking. We all have to pull together, right now. <hr /></blockquote>*hic* *up* <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I'm on my 3rd glass of wine Believer....it might be hard for me to pull together- I might be able to with a supporting arm however.

Supporting arm, being outstretched now, by the town exterminator/cook, who has herself had 4 Lite Beers (I won't tell you what kind - but it DOES have 1/2 the carbs of Bud Lite!).

Why do we have to come to attention, anyway?

Is this a drill, or an evacuation???

Oh [censored]!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Spider Slayer:
 Supporting arm, being outstretched now, by the town exterminator/cook, who has herself had 4 Lite Beers (I won't tell you what kind - but it DOES have 1/2 the carbs of Bud Lite!).

Why do we have to come to attention, anyway?

Is this a drill, or an evacuation???

Oh [censored]! <hr /></blockquote>Hey spidey- are you low-carbing? Did you know thar red wine only has 2 carbs per 4 oz..???

hic..

Spidey - We have to come to attention for some reason, right now I forget why.

Aw gee wiz Believ,

I almost had DD talked into going to bed.

Almost three glasses of wine here too, and now I have to come to attention.

Oh [censored] Believe, I'll be at attention first thing in A.M. DD just turned off that dang "Fairly Odd Parents", man I hate that show.
Thank God I can finally go to bed.

Over and out, or is it salute. I forget!

Actually, I'm not low-carbing. I am Weight Watching. ONE lite beer, 2 points. ONE 4 oz glass of vino (love the reds! more pucker the better!), 2 points.

I just HAPPEN to enjoy the lite beer that I saw on the tube the other day that has half the carbs of Bud Lite (which, FYI, I will drink in a pinch, or a bar, or wherever we are, Sam I Am).

Oh heavens. Why are we giving attention, again? For what purpose? WARDEN??? For what purpose?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Spider Slayer:
 Actually, I'm not low-carbing. I am Weight Watching. ONE lite beer, 2 points. ONE 4 oz glass of vino (love the reds! more pucker the better!), 2 points.

I just HAPPEN to enjoy the lite beer that I saw on the tube the other day that has half the carbs of Bud Lite (which, FYI, I will drink in a pinch, or a bar, or wherever we are, Sam I Am).

Oh heavens. Why are we giving attention, again? For what purpose? WARDEN??? For what purpose? <hr /></blockquote>Warden, I have been up since before 5 am and currently STILL do not have my 3 rugrats in bed...I am going to go tuck them in, read a story and then - if we still need to be at attention- will do my best...but understand that I may be saluting at an angle <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I think she just wanted to find out who has a life and who don't.

Well I guess we know now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love red wine! It's my weakness. Well one of them. I love hot wings too. Yummy. But let's don't start talking food.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> but understand that I may be saluting at an angle <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMASSOFF!!!!!!!!!!!

Which isn't easy, as there is a LOT of a$$ there . . . BTW, FYI, TBA, and all of that jazziness . . .

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by weaver:
 I think she just wanted to find out who has a life and who don't.

Well I guess we know now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love red wine! It's my weakness. Well one of them. I love hot wings too. Yummy. But let's don't start talking food. <hr /></blockquote>Yummmm...as I have been low-carbing since Jan both are on my approved list <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> yummmmmmmm

Thanks Weaver- now I'm hungry.

You're welcome <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You guys allow boneheads like me in Idiotville?

All are welcome!!

Boneheads turn into Idiots in NO TIME!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What the heck was believer talking about? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Frags, Make me my usual!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Resilient, we LOVE boneheads.

Did I spell that right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

P.S. The warden has on us on some kind of manuever, but she can't remember why or what.

And Robbie is the Mayor, did he tell ya?

Did any of you watch "The Practice" at the end of the season last year? And have any of you watched "Boston Public" this year? With William Shatner? He says his name as an explanation for everything. He just walks up and says, "Denny Crane." For everything!!!

That is what Robby reminds me of. "Welcome to Idiotvill. I'm the mayor." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW, Mayor, Frags is MIA, we have to get our own.

We don't know what believer is talking about, and sadfww will be saluting at an angle soon. Which will make me blow beer out my nose and mouth. Unfortunately.

Yeah right SS. Like I get to watch anything besides "The Fairly Odd Parent" and "SpongeBob" Lord how I HATE those shows.

I don't drink Miller Lite...

But I REALLY enjoyed their commercials last year! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I HATE "Ed, Edd, and Eddie." My boys don't understand why I do, but . . . they are SOOOO gross. Their tongues are like purple and green, and they spit, and they chew with their mouths open, and they are just STUPID!

So, of course, my boys LOVE "Ed, Edd, and Eddie."

Ugh.

Idiots!!!!!!!!!

Escaped from he11 early. I've been edited AGAIN by the mod!!!! Could it have been the thread I gave him/her--I really was just kidding! Needed a little ice-breaker after that day earlier in the week. And look? Making a name for myself on MB too!!!! Where does the madness end?!?!!?

What*******ever!

I'm not gonna go there with brown's post...if she sees it, she'll know; if not, I'll stuff as usual.

Anyway, she told me to wake her up in a little bit. Why? Baby's still up, and I know she's had a long week. Wow! I was just gonna compare SF to Idiotville. I really, really am in bad shape!

res...welcome...you need to get a job.

where the he11 is frag? I am drinking flat diet vanilla coke until the door opens.

Oh, and kiwi...Did you want me to describe you as "a tight-lipped, tight-a$$ed exec"?!?!?! I just tell it like it is, hon: "distinguished!"

[ November 05, 2004, 10:34 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Well, all you idiots, I can salute no longer. H wants me to snuggle down on his belly, to watch some show I have already missed 20 minutes of. Yep, chatting here with you idiots!!!

G'night!

Uh no, LINY, I said "attractive and feminine".

Do you really think I look tight a*sed & tight lipped? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Ok, that's what I took out of about 10 pages of Idiotville.

Do I have to stand to attention for much longer?

Jen

At ease!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thank you.

{{kiwi}}
You are highly attractive in your pic! (I'll leave it at that. "If you're in a hole, stop digging!")

DAGNABIT!!!! Edited--again!!! I can't even edit bad words now without being edited!

It's a conspiracy, I tell ya!

Did anyone see that episode of "Recess" (Disney/ABC) where the main character (TJ, I think) makes up a word and the whole school district is up in arms about the anti-a word?

Zopnik...that is my new word. Maybe it will clean up my mouth when I'm actually using it. Nah! I really don't zopniking think so! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And Robby, why are you grinning? It was kiwi who got the 300th post.

CONGRATS KIWI!!!!

OK LINY, I'm appeased now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

If my H could have seen what I'd written he'd have LHAO.

For the last 30 years we have had the following conversation:

Me: Am I pretty?

H: Yes, you're pretty.

Me: How pretty?

H: Very pretty.

Me: You're just saying that.

H: No I'm not, you're very pretty.

Me: Are you sure?

Poor man. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I think zopnik will get past the mods.

Jen

I'm not sure...he/she is reading my *every* word now!!!!!

Out of curiosity, did you read my thread? I was only trying to loosen the stools, so to speak... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And, "yous" women are all alike: all beautiful, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> but can't take a zopniking compliment from your men!!!!

OK, kiwi....it's only 12:30 am--don't think I'm gonna wake up brown (per her request--the three of them are sleeping in the living room, so peacefully. Have more staining to do upstairs, now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Before my second wind deflates...
Have a great weekend! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

{{Idiotville}}

Liny-

You're not funny and you can't ****** count!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where's brown when we need her! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 06, 2004, 01:26 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Now Robby...if you don't get edited, I will be so zopniking pi$$ed off!!!! Then, at least, I will know it is only against me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Brown is is lala land.

Need to go stain u/s now.

(Why so volatile? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Happy birthday, to Robby Jr.!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It was a Joke Liny...

Kinda the running one here...

make Liny think she's not funny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning from Rainy England.
I still don't have a job in Idiotville. What job do English immigrants normally have in the US ?

I only know the British Bluehairs packing bags in Publix ! I'm a bit young for that ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Well Ambassador of course!

Edited only to change one word which wasn't the right word. And it wasn't a swear word Linny!

[ November 06, 2004, 06:23 AM: Message edited by: weaver ]

Bob Pure said <blockquote>quote:<hr /> What job do English immigrants normally have in the US ?
<hr /></blockquote>You could run the chocolate factory.

[ November 06, 2004, 04:37 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Good morning KY jelly belly!

I was planning on staying off of puter cuz I have DD this weekend, but thank goodness for Saturday morning cartoons. A reprieve! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

She and I are going to make soap today (heat & pour) thanks to Kimmy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

What are you up to?

How about Newspaper editor? Or journalist?

Or would you show your bias like the rest of the UK lot? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm scrapping!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I can't wait to get started. Just thought I would catch up first. Lots to catch up on, I will never keep up with this thread now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> I'm an Idiot, and I'll be lost.

Morning Mayor

I've made soap before. I put charms in it, and gave it as Mother's day presents. All kinds of beautiful things you can put in them.

For girls, little dolls, or any kind of trinket. It is fun, and they are lovely.

Hey, what's the matter with Ambassador? I thought that was a swell idea

Are we a border town Robbie?

And don't we need a town treasurer?

As the Surgeon General I either need SpellCheck or a secretary. Can we have a meeting Robbie?

I love meetings!

Meet me in my office in 30 minutes! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Who's bringing the doughnuts?

Idiotville has become a reprieve from some of the vile and hate found lately on MB. At the same time it has come under increased scrutiny. Wow! What values are we teaching here?

Go ahead and bash each other all you want, include abusive descriptions at will, but NEVER, EVER use a swear word.

***edit****that.

[ November 06, 2004, 11:31 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

There's a Starbucks and a Krispy Kreme down the hall!

Sit down, relax I'll go grab whatever you'd like! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am soooo confused! TT

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by tummytuck:
 I am soooo confused! TT <hr /></blockquote>Good Morning TT!

Confusion is commonplace here. Ask questions! There are a bunch of Idiots that will try to answer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Would you like a Donut? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Go ahead and bash each other all you want, include abusive descriptions at will, but NEVER, EVER use a swear word.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey TT!

Now I'm even more confused but sign me up anyway!

Did I hear Krispy Kreme??? OMG, what I would do for 8 a KK's right now. I'm starving and that sounds delicious.

Robby, was that a quote from somewhere about Idiotville??? Are we in trouble???

TummyT- Welcome Robby is the Mayor, and he forgot to mention, I'm the QUEEN!!! Amongst other sillier positions that I hold, but all very dignified. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, you would be so proud of me, I actually had a beautiful little girl in my arms last night at Wal-Mart, I'm guessing she was 15 months. I seen her sister lose her, and she had no idea which direction she was going, so I jumped in the phone booth, slipped into my leotards and rescued the lil thing. Yes, I gave her back, after a few great big squeezes, she was quite far by the time I got her, I could have ran, but I didn't.

Weaver, did you see my trinket idea about the soap, you can find beautiful buttons too. Just a thought.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now I'm even more confused but sign me up anyway!
<hr /></blockquote>TummyT, this is a great sign, you are very close to finding your inner Idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yep, Paige and I are going to the stores to find some stuff, as soon as I can drag myself away from Idiotville.

She is being very patient with me today, usually she just sneaks up beside me and pushes me off of the chair, if her little timer isn't working <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Better get going, my butt is still sore from the last time she pushed me off. Kids!

Weaver said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> if her little timer isn't working <hr /></blockquote>You mean you haven't crushed the timer yet? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Mornin' eejits!!!

I feel a cheer coming on

Ready! Let's GO!!
Bring around the Captian!!
Bring around the beer!!!
Arses!!!
Arses!!!
We all fall on!!!!

Yeah Idiots!!!!

I really didn't sleep all that well. I really could've use some SF - besides putting brownies on a plate ... I flat out asked LINY to wake my up - Potty mouthed Party Pooper!!!

And we're having like all our family here tonight and I'll be cooking like real food ... tonight I may be too tired for even N-FS!!!

Anyway!!! Good freakin' morning Idiots

{{{{ALL}}}}

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby, was that a quote from somewhere about Idiotville??? Are we in trouble???
<hr /></blockquote>Not about Idiotville Jelly... about the current state of these boards. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Idiotville seems to be under increased scrutiny for using misspelled swear words while other parts of MB are just plain ugly.

Go figure!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Potty mouthed Party Pooper!!!
<hr /></blockquote>ROFLMAO, Too freaking funny. Liny, will never catch up to you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

The boys sleep in our bed on Fridays, so no SF for me either, but there is always naptime today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, Robby, I forgot to say

GO SPARTANS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KY
can you saythat 3x's fast??

Potty mouthed Party Pooper!!!
Potty mouthed Party Pooper!!!
Potty mouthed Party Pooper!!!

(I didn't really said it or type it - I copied and pasted hehehehe).

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
GO SPARTANS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<hr /></blockquote>I wish I had more confidence about this game...

but...

GO BUCKEYES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I wish I had more confidence about this game...
<hr /></blockquote>Maybe next week. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown, I did it, I said it, what do I win?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Scrapping away, been at it for, well since the last time I posted, awhile, and I don't even have one page done, but I'm close, and it is very cute.

Brown, I almost forgot, and very unlike me, I am the question Queen, especially about food, oh, enough about me, what do you think of me, J/K, anyways, if you are still with me, what is for dinner, you said you are having people over, what ya fixen????

I happen to love food and really appreciate a good meal. Last night I had shrimp scampi, and salad, bread stix, motz. stix, stuffed mushrooms, (ST had calamari, really) Oh, and I washed it down with a raspberry Margaritta, my fav. DELICIOUS

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Oh, and I washed it down with a raspberry Margaritta, my fav. DELICIOUS <hr /></blockquote>I thought you said you didn't drink! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 06, 2004, 11:24 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

How 'bout them Spartans!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ONLY down 17 in the first! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Idiots. Well, it's morning here anyway.

I'm busy putting my story together on one big post.

Gee, I've said a lot on MB in the past few months. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen

Robby said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> How 'bout them Spartans!! Go Green!!!<hr /></blockquote>I never drank before Dday, now I do on occasion.

Jen, that is going to be some thread. Cool beans. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Back to scrapping, can't even take a break to see the score. Darn!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hey there,

I'm making baked ziti, meatballs (unfortunately not my own - no time - I hate frozen, they are yucky), and plently of those frozen whores and doors (pizzarolls, shrimp cocktail, cheese puffs, weinees in the blanket, stuffed meat puffs, chips and dips, etc).

As I'm reading what my whores and doors are I realized that sex must have been on my mind ... You read again didn't you? Am I right??? Or what??? Sex and food or is that sexy food or food for sex or sex food???

(Hey LINY - a qucikie b/f the party????)

Oh and beer, wine and mike's for LINY

And b-day cakes for the D's -gotta bake 2 and all those candles!!!!

(Mayor I didn't forget - How ya doin' this week? Tell Mayor Jr happy birthday. 1 yr old -how sweet. It's b/c of him you get to watch all the kids programs you want (like you wouldn't be watching them w/o the baby <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

See ya later Brown

Idiots!!!

Funny how you all are posting *during* work, yet noone's here on the weekend!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Idiotville has become a reprieve from some of the vile and hate found lately on MB. At the same time it has come under increased scrutiny. Wow! What values are we teaching here?

Go ahead and bash each other all you want, include abusive descriptions at will, but NEVER, EVER use a swear word.

***edit****that.

[ November 06, 2004, 11:31 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]<hr /></blockquote>Ditto, Robby. Ditto. Sad. Left the edit in so he/she didn't have to waste any time. I'll have to read "the" rules again. Curious. Very curious.

Enough of that zopniking cr@p.

Gotta make it quick. Don;t think we'll have time for a Q. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Ah, maybe while bathing before our guests arrive. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY...I swear I was thinking the same thing. The way the mods have been up our butts, though, I didn't for fear the whole thing would be edited as it would be perceived as "racist."

Welcome TT.

{{Dip}} Where the heck have you been? Believer had the dawgs out for ya!

Well, my 15 minutes is up. Have a great weekend everyone!!!!

(Remind me to give you all the answers to my test of being a true "Idiot." Gonna have to go back a few years to my HS daze!)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Quickie ? QUICKIE ? Its spelled QUICHE and pronounced keesh ! for goodness sakes, you Americans and your pronunciation or party foods ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hyuk.

Hope you have a smahing time before, during and after the party ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Went with the WHOLE family and friends caboodle to Disney on Ice Toy story 2 today ! It was great watching the kids get involved, and it wasn;t too dull even for grown-ups to watch !

We went to Frankie and Bennys for a steak afterwards too which was OK.

Squid has been SOOOOOOO loving today its been lovely. She so obviously cares for me deeply.

I was a bit sad today over stuff but being loved so obviously has made me happy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

So we're on our second bottle of Cava tonight. Anyone fancy a glass ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LMAO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dang, Bob. You're gonna get me in trouble. But now I have to post to ya! (See? Brown just scolded me. Maybe she'll spank me if I stay on too long!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

Have a great weekend, Bob!

We went to Disney on Ice about a month ago. It was grand. Lots of fun for me, the kids liked it too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

My boys are out sweeping up the lawn, we have a gabillion leaves in our yard. I'm sure there is a law against working them so hard they are only 8 & 3. My 8 year old has had his own tractor since he was 4. (the mower part is detached)

He drove the truck to the front yard all by himself the other day, nobody in the vehicle with him. It was very cool. They are both very mechanically inclined. Like their mother. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Linny and Brown if you don't stop with the lovey, get down and nasty stuff, I'm going to have to stay away from Idiotville! Big daddy (and that is what EVERY one calls him, he was named that when I met him, not my pet name) is in Chicago until next Friday night and you guys are getting me bothered.

SO enough already!! T'aint fair!

One of my renters has not yet paid their rent and she keeps dodging me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> I bet when big daddy gets back and goes to knocken on their door they'll pay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

SerendipT, are you here? I never see you anymore! I luv you 'dipiT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

KY -

You have the cutest little boys I have ever seen! I bet they are just going to adore you when they grow up. How sweet! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Oh Jen,

I see you are here too! Well it's about high time you got around to putting your story together and posting! It is soooo needed.

I should read this thread before I start to posting up a storm, I know. I do everything backwards.

Weaver, did you make the soaps??? Thanks for the ments on the boys, they are delicious. I chased my 3yo around yesterday with a fork, I told him he was so delicious I needed a bite.

He thought it was great fun, so much in fact, he chased his brother around later that night with one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I always ask him at times like these, "where is your mother?" Sometimes he says, right there, and other times he says, JC Penny's.

That won't make sense unless you get the commercials, but it is very cute, trust me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Weaver, ST and I talked about you last night on our date. He asked if I had received a pic. yet. I told him no you don't have a scanner.

I told him scanners probably haven't made their way up there yet. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

He said, she should get them around the time 8 tracks reach her. Hee hee.

Weaver, ST and I talked about you last night on our date. He asked if I had received a pic. yet. I told him no you don't have a scanner.

You and ST are regular comedian's aren't ya!

What is about you people who live below the bridge, you just think you are sooooo much better than us! well ladedadeda <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

We went and bought all the stuff for the soap but then some friends called and wanted Paige to go with them for the day and then to church, so she won't be back until later this evening.

I am so glad that you and ST are together and making it work. I didn't know you before, heck I don't know you now but it just seems so right that you are together.

Hey KY, have you read Aussieswife thread about what BH need from WW's? Go read it if you haven't. It is so eye opening, especially about how men are affected differently from a wives infidelity than women are. It is really a good thread.

I told BD (big daddy) that I won't live with him again unless we get married first this time. And he agrees, but then he asked if he could just rent a room here this winter because when he is in town he stays on the island, and it is way too cold to stay there during winter. Well we never did share a room when we lived together when my daughter was here, because I want her to know that marriage is important. So I slept in Paige's room and he had my room. I don't know, it is tough because he has no place to live now that I kicked him out, (except the island) and yet we don't want to rush into marriage until we have our problems worked out.

See the problem?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> KY...I swear I was thinking the same thing. The way the mods have been up our butts, though, I didn't for fear the whole thing would be edited as it would be perceived as "racist."
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> OH NO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Does this mean I have lost my funny, I'm thinking like Liny???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You must be talking about the 7/11 comment. I went back and edited, if you thought it shouldn't be said, then it must have been REALLY BAD.

have a great night everybody.

I can't keep up - remember, I'm an idiot! TT

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> AYE YI YI!!! (?Did I even spell that right??)

When you guys move, you move, far away, and fast too!!! 25 pages since what, now I forget...Tuesday, Wednesday??!!

UGH!! Recovering well, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> not like you asked, but hey, this is Idiotville, so I can say it if I want too, right?

Welcome to all the newbies...I'm certain I'll never remember all the names, so I'm not even gonna start to try to ask you all individual questions! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Hope you're all doing well, enjoy the ride, Idiotville's a fun one! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Nice to see the "old" gang's here - Ms. Jelly, ST, Mr. Mayor, NG, Kiwi, Dipi, and well, the list goes on!!!

RH - hope you and Onlywords are ok - prayers for you guys!

To the rest of Idiotville, (((MB Love & Hugs}}}

OH, and Liny & Robby - man!! You did get to the mods, huh?? what like an edit for every post there for several pages huh?? Maybe I should take on the roll of the language/grammar police?? Do you guys need to be reminded AGAIN that these threads should be colorful as in Red, Green, Yellow, Blue and Purple, not f, s, etc, etc!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK, well, off to enjoy some more Oxy and a nice quiet room...

OH, and one last thing - I'm with NG & Weaver (I think she was the one that said STOP!!! ?) - lay off on the SF talk - it's only been a week, I've got 7 more to the end of recovery, and OMG!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> how do you guys hang in there for months??? Well, I know, but I can't even, well "Eric N." for those that remember...UGH!!!

OK, now I'm going...G'night Y'all!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Hi all!

I'm with NG, weaver & YL - whatever they said! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Haven't had SF since 1/24/04! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Prospects for W changing mind don't look good either!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

She'll be moving out tomorrow. STILL no decision on what to do after. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Guess my job as Mayor is safe for awhile!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

For you newbies, or simps, we will have elections for Mayor as soon as my W posts here. Doesn't look like anytime soon. I'll have to get a ruling from the City Council if D occurs. Carryover?

Anywho! I'm glad your all here!

get well soon YL! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

:

: Eric N...hmmmmm.... :

:

Special thanks go to Weaver, Liny and YL for even freaking ACKNOWLEDGING MY SORRY LITTLE PRESENCE (can you tell I have a need for significance today)???

Robby, you are in big trouble.

KY, jeez...get off of the trinkets in the soap thing. I was laughing by the 73rd time you said it...lmao!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Scrapping...I love scrapping!!! Love it. When you come down to the xmas party, let's scrap too!!! K? I about KILLED my dog, when one late night, I heard this crunching in the living room, and she was MUNCHING ON MY SCRAP BOOK ALBUM!!!!!! TO THE POUND, I was screaming...I was soooooo pissed!

Weaver, here is my nightly/weekly television line up. Sponge Bob; Fairly Odd Parents; Ed, Edd, and Eddie (HATE THAT ONE...their voices makes me want to hurt someone); Jimmy Neutron; Danny Phantom; and this new really creepy one, kids next door (that one gives me the creeps). I cannot remember the last time I watched an adult program, and I can feel brain cells slipping away with each minute...

P.S. Weaver, I love you too sister! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Huh? No. Green pickles. Rhutabaga. One dark night, when bed we all were in, old leary mother put the shed the latern in, and when the kick, cowed it over, she eyed her wink and said, it's gonna be a town old, in the town hot, tonight, IFER IFER IFER!

he he he...

All that idiotness, and NO BOOZE HERE!!!

he he he...

wait, maybe I should not be proud of that!

It is chilly tonight...it got down to about 69 or sooo....

:

: 69 :

:

edited because I AM NOT SCARED OF THE MAYOR!!!!!!

[ November 06, 2004, 10:55 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

Oh DipiT!!!

Never around when you're needed!!!

j/k

and you KNOW you're scared!!!

Mayor,

You are in my get-on-my-knees-fasting-where-two-or-more-are-gathered-in-agreement-ain't-fooling-around-prayers-today. Say a quick one for me too, will ya, since eyechart comes home today.

Remember what I told you. You were wonderfully and fearfully made. And the big man upstairs knows where your heart is.

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Robby}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Aw heck, here is another one...

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Robby}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

'diptY doo! How are yoo?

And why do you call him eyechart? Is he an eye doctor?

Morning Idiots. Everyone having a nice weekend?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> OH NO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Does this mean I have lost my funny, I'm thinking like Liny???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You must be talking about the 7/11 comment. I went back and edited, if you thought it shouldn't be said, then it must have been REALLY BAD.<hr /></blockquote>As Ag, I must be more conscious of everyone on the board. Therefore, you can't just insult one species!

With that said, zopnik you all!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

weaver, she never answered me either...Why dodo you call him "eyechart"???

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{robby}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Party went real well last night...think I got some real points...cooked all, let brown enjoy herself after she did alot of the cleaning.

BsIL et al quoting movies after we were all a feww sheets!

"Blue!"
"Is that with a cocconut, or without?"

That's all I can "remember" for now! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

J-E-T-S-JETS-JETS-JETS!

Glad you're feeling better YL!

Hey any idiots have a good recipe for enchiladas? I am cooking now, rice and beans and meat. It is raining here in Southern Cal. I feel like cooking.

Believer, I have a recipe for the BEST enchiladas, got it from Cooks Illustrated. I'd have to look around a bit.

Are you making the sauce yourself?

You need Kimmy for this one!

GC

Gray - Try to find it. Where is Nio'sgirl when we need her?

Weaver,

It would be ironic if he was an eye doctor, considering how totally BLIND he is right now!

I call him eyechart, because his nickname was:
STBXBFLWH. That then, depending on my anger or bitterness, would morph into longer initials.
STBXWAYFKMBFLWH, etc. So, I decided to shorten it to Eyechart. Sick humor...I know.

He comes home today. I am at peace. God is in control. And ALL things are made good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. I do love Him (God), and waiting to see His clever plan unfold! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey guys!

DipiT - Do you have any enchilada recipes?

It's done. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Mr. Mayor - Are you doing okay? What is done?

Believer, I need your email. This recipe is too long.

GC

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Robby}}}}}}}}}}}}}} <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

If you need us we're here.

Jen

Hi - I'm back. But I had to catch up on 15 pages! What's up with that? When I am here on weekends everybody disappears. Let me be gone 3 days and 15 pages go by? What - do I have bad breath or what????

{{{{{Robby}}}}} I suspect that what you're going through is going to happen to me sooner or later. Don't know how I will keep going - but I am a tough old b**** and I will make it. But I still care, Robby. Talk to us - we like you and we will support you all we can.

WO, NG, Jelly - mine was named Mr. Squigly. He moved in some interesting ways. But he broke years ago. I guess I ought to invest in another. Not looking for any progress any time soon.

Hi, Resilient! Welcome.

RH - What's up? I was gone. Did these idiots offend you or what? I just can't leave for a second. Come back, come back, come back.

Spider Slayer - I have been a lifetime member of WW for many years. Lost 50 pounds on the program 2 years ago. Wish I had lost another 25, and maybe I wouldn't be on this board at all.

By the way, I saw Bambi, but he's safe. My S did kill his baby brother, though. Sorry.

I have an awesome chicken enchilada recipe.

Sorry I have been gone. Will try to do better this week. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Here is my email - send some recipes for enchiladas. Digsblues@aol.com.

Is there still room here in Idiotville for a new Idiotite?

Of course!!! (New subdivision opening on west side of town - very reasonably priced.) Be careful of people offering you lots in Florida, though, they've been under water all summer.)

Welcome to Idiotville - Robby is the Mayor!!

Welcome to Idiotville FIM. Robby is the mayor. First order of business is to get you a job here. We have a mayor, queen, warden, attorney general, bartender, town sl**, cook and exterminator, lawyer, and I forget what else.

starz, that is cool about WW. AND, I don't think you should think that 25 pounds here or there is why you are here. I think that sends a message of inadequacy to your brain, you idiot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Seriously (or is that not allowed here???), we are all of us women beautiful creatures, and if your man (or mine) is blinded to that, even temporarily, it is THEIR LOSS, girlfriend!!!

Yes, welcome FIM. Room for every single idiot here. A safe place to just . . . be an idiot. I love this place.

believer, are you missing a dog? I shot something earlier, but it ran off somewhere to die, and I haven't found it yet. It was big, and brown, and looked good for dinner for the town - do you need any recipes for DOG enchiladas??? Or, just "big and brown dead animal" enchiladas?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Spidey, superhero, exterminator, cook, all in one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Believer - sent the e mail. Made me hungry just thinking about it.

Hope you like it.

YL - I forgot to say hi earlier - hurry and get well enough to talk to us, ok?

YL - Glad you are doing okay. We do notice when folks are missing.

Robby - You around Mayor?

Gray and Starz - Thanks for the recipes.

I resign my position as Road Commissioner.

Didn't mean to scare anyone, but I was frustrated with how fast this thread took off. In an attempt to keep my day job and recover my marriage, I will be spending less time here.

Thanks for all your thoughts, prayer and love. While named Idiotville, you {{{all}}} are truly wonderful people and I thank you for that.

RH

P.S. Onlywords and I are doing fine. She gave up MB a month ago, only to stop in last week during the flare up and has now totally sworn off this site. It's unfortunate, because as I said most of you are truly wonderful people on this site brought together by unfortunate situations.

{{{{{hugs to all}}}}}

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I just HAPPEN to enjoy the lite beer that I saw on the tube the other day that has half the carbs of Bud Lite (which, FYI, I will drink in a pinch, or a bar, or wherever we are, Sam I Am).
<hr /></blockquote>Ya'll are screwing nuts. Eff the carbs. Make up for it by not having a bun on your burger or the fries...................If it's not fully leaded, then it tastes like its already been...ahem....processed.

Gross. And what a waste of a digestive process.

Are you going with zopnik, LINY, because zarking fardwarks is already taken?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey any idiots have a good recipe for enchiladas <hr /></blockquote>You're high, right????

Am am QUEEN of Enchiladas.

Lemon - said a flare prayer for you yesterday when I was drying my hair....you know, whenever the Spirit moves you and all that jazz.

Love you.

NG...you're posting like me: 4 posts in a row and no responses! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

{{{{Idiotville}}}}

Wanted to post this yesterday, but 'puter acting really stupid, so...

"'Three' things that I've done in my life that have been really idiotic (and hence, my citizenship to Idiotville, then maybe immediately after a revocation <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> ):

5. As a young bloke, wanted to go outside, Mum wouldn't let me, so I put my hand through the glass to get out.

4. Wanted to know (I guess I was really hungry) if stove was warm enough to cook on, so felt it for "warmth." (The red color on the burner was not a clue for me, I suppose.) (Also, when I was a wee lad.)

3. Don't remember this one, but...Growing up, lived on a corner with a stop sign. Whatever posessed me, found a brick and tossed it on the windshield of the first car that stopped at the sign! (Ironically/coincidentally, my youngest S while we were living in Baltimore, did the same thing (in a parking lot)--to a State Trooper! (And we wonder when my S's anti-authority started--genetic osmosis?!?!?)

2. Freshman in HS, and I (in my impulsive/compulsive/anal retentive behaviour) was very bored and wanted to find out how a mechanical pencil worked. I bit the end of it (where the lead comes out) and somehow put a one inch piece of graphite through my mouth under my bottom lip. (Have no clue how it stayed intact; have no clue how the nurse pulled it out, intact. And somewhere, I have it saved!)

1. Read my latest thread I will be composing.

To my Idiot peeps: I am sorry I have mislead you to some extent. My post will explain all. Guess my last case will be suing my own a$$ off.

LINY

I can't think of anything idiotic I've done, which makes me an even BIGGER idiot than you, LINY.

I blame the meds today. I'm sportin' a major med hangover.

GC

And the zopnik/zarking fardwarks thingy? I, myself, am overly fond of zarking fardwarks...but then my feet don't always touch the ground.....

Still waiting for my cytaline bowl, tho.

Remember, my fellow Idiotions, that the key to flying is to throw yourself at the ground and miss.

Love you all.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I can't think of anything idiotic I've done <hr /></blockquote>If you give the footed tub to the Sparrow (whether she's asking for it or not), it'll rank high in my annals of idiotdom......and that's said whilst smacking you upside the head with a very smelly mackerel. I've got plans for that thing...and they won't even remind you of her once they're in place (and it's nothing icky, either).

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I blame the meds today. <hr /></blockquote>Lets blame the meds for everything....

You've no idear. I've got my weekend update for you all all written out in my cabaza. Here goes.

First of all - OMG! Belinis in Rockport is TO DIE FOR. Seriously. It is the only Italian place in the area. WHy would anyone in their right mind WILLINGLY move to a town where you can't get Italian (that one is for Jelly - which is her fav)? Two words...well, three words FRESH SEA FOOD. Well, now we've got the best of both worlds. It was so good that had my mother been sitting with us, I'd have stood up and slapped her (it is slap yo momma good).

We bought Shrek 2 (because everyone should have a "Happily Ever After), then went home for movie night....Alright...dd and I have a fetish for movie theatre pickles. So we popped a couple of bags of triple butter popcorn, had a plethora of chocolates, bottle caps (remember those? they're a personal favorite - specially the rootbeer ones) and NERDS (Love cherry lemonaid nerds). Eat all of the above together (and we're talking bite of pickle, bite of candy, bite of popcorn, repeat process)....the best cuisine that God graced the earth with. BUT: the divorce decree my stomach sent my brain the next morning def. got it's point across.

Saturday, did laundry. Have I mentioned that while my multi hundrend computerized dryer works like da bomb diggity, it's thousand dollar washer counterpart sucks [censored] thru a straw and has pooped out for the second time in a year (after the year warranty, of course). Biotchy thing. Since we had the wedding last weekend, I didn't have time to do it last weekend, so had TWO weeks of laundry to do. By the end of it, by the time I got home from the laundromat, the VERY first thing I did (even before dragging all those clothes back upstairs - for the new idiots, I'm not in an apt...I'm in a crappy little beach house on stilts...the ones you see in hurricaine footage being swept away by the sea), but the very first thing I did was take off my sneaks, plop down in my lazyboy and have the daughter bring me a beer (hey! that's why I had kids...someone needs to bring the suds). AHHHHHHH. Now, two weeks of laundry had to be hauled upstairs....seriously, I've got muscles on the back of my legs I didn't even know I had till yesterday when I woke and they no longer responded to my brain's commands to get my [censored] to the bathroom.

I hobbled and pissed and moaned all day yesterday...BUT I STILL GOT EVERYTHING CLEANED (be proud of me, my JellyBing...you'd have been so proud)...down to sweeping and mopping every floor in the house (being at the coast - nearly every floor is hard). I worked my a$$ off. Litereally. I can say that I worked it off because as I was stooping down to get something out of the tupperware cabinet, then go to stand up, I totally loose my balance and fall, BLAM! Right one where my [censored] is SUPPOSED to be. Having worked the thing off during this weekend, tho - there was NO padding whatsoever, and both hip joints and my coccoix (Sp?) are bruised and hate me worse than my stomach did Saturday morning.

Hey! At least I'm in a good mood, right?

- Kimmy

Good morning, all. Nice day here in Texass (no, I didn't misspell that) except I am stuck working in a room all day with no windows. Bummer.

Believer - hope you like the enchilada recipe. I could send you my mother in law's regular enchilada recipe if you don't get one - since the one I sent is not the standard one. I'm glad you mentioned that - maybe I need to cook enchiladas this week sometime.

YL - still thinking of you {{{YL}}}
Robbie - nothing I can say but {{{{{Robby}}}}}
NG - sorry about the washer. Yucky to spend time on the weekend in the laundromat. However, you can get everything done at once instead of stretching it out over 2 days. Disgusting to spend so much and still have it undependable.
BTW - the older houses down there (built before the new building codes for hurricanes) are not washing away to sea as often as the new ones built to code. Is there a message here? Yeah, our ancestors were not so stupid after all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good morning, everyone. Having a wonderful day. H is back to lying, cheating and stealing. Just another day. Fun, fun, fun.

Kimmy, I busted my own butt this weekend. Trying to hurry up and get my house all set for winter. Old house like mine with a few windows in the middle of getting repaired, sometimes I have to go ghetto on it to keep the cold out. My next-door neighbors like me again though, 'cause they no longer have to stare at the plastic that for the last week hung right across from their kitchen.

Like an idiot, I waited until it started to get cold before I started fixing these damned windows.

My mom said, "Aren't you afraid somebody's going to break in?" I said, "Mom, if you saw black garbage bags and duct tape holding a house together, is that the house you'd rob?" Okay, I was being a wisea$$. I wouldn't even worry much about leaving the door unlocked though - the old ladies in my neigborhood don't miss anything. I reckon old Elaine across the street knows more about my life than about anyone.

GC

Hi, Kimmy, and GC.

Robby, I'm sure today is tough on you, and the next few days/weeks/months to come will be as well.

I hope you both heal your wounds.

Thinking of you and Baby Bear.

{{{{ROBBY}}}} {{{{Baby Bear}}}}

Jelly

There are some things a woman just doesn't want to hear, and right up there near the top of the list is-

You need to put out, your about to start your period.....

Yes, that is a direct quote!!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> and WTH <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Um, not to be rude or gross or anything, but you're a week ahead of me, and by my calendar you've still got some time....

Please kick ST in the shins for me....

Thank you berry much.

Oh - and ST, geez. You want it so bad - Mr. Hanky is in the bathroom.....and if you REALLY want some.....any.....remarks like that are not conducive to even a quick hummer (pardon my bluntness, but NOBODY wants to oblige with those comments ringing in their ears).

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Man! I mention the word "hummer" and Idiotville shuts the h-e-double-hockey-sticks up.

Gotta remember that trick.

(bwahahahaha)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I absolutely 'kin ADORE my squid. She is sat there pink offa the candle-bath I just ran her smiling at me.

I 'kin ADORE her I tell you ! How can I feel this way without any mitigation so soon after her affair? I could BITE her I love her so much !!!!!!!!!!!

That proves I'm an idiot ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Evening Idiotes !

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I 'kin ADORE her I tell you ! How can I feel this way without any mitigation so soon after her affair? I could BITE her I love her so much !!!!!!!!!!!
<hr /></blockquote>In the immortal words of Bill the Cat:

"Oop, ack, gag!"

You know Bob, Jelly and I are falling in love w/her, too.....

Settle down ST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey, enchilada queen!

I got to work late...
Now the kool kids are going to happy hour.
So do I stay and get my 9 hrs in?
Or...
Uh...

Bye.

GC

I'm gonna introduce her to you lot soonest.

She thinks everyone here will think shes a slut - honest.

She thinks everyone who knows about the A thinks shes a slut, come to think of it... her reputation is something she is distraught to feel she has lost.

I said " does that make me Richard Gere in Pretty Woman then?" . She smiled. And the tears went.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

she is pretty cool. You'll like her. Shes funny and rude, and sexy and loving and shes my baby. which is a very good thing.

I'm glad I missed that tree in my sportster a coupla months ago. VERY glad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sorry, a bit soppy over Squid tonight.

I'l be mean again tomorrow I'm sure <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey idjuts.

NG, you make me laugh out loud all the time! Hugs to you.

KY, while I am not condoning idiot terms from ST (but, well, let's remember we are ALL IDIOTS), at least he WANTS to get some from you! Eyechart acts like I am a leper, or worse, don't match or something (little fashion humor)

Eyechart is home, and could not be more disrespectful, arrogant, condescending, and STUPID if he tried. And I am coming to terms with the fact that it is all my fault. I should have never ever offered to let him stay here FOR A MONTH until his apt is ready.

Now, tell me, WHO IS THE GRADE A IDIOT????

ME!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

[ November 08, 2004, 05:43 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

Morning eejits, (irish accent required) just posting cos we are nearly on page 28 and it's fun to count. TT

I'm glad I missed that tree in my sportster a coupla months ago. VERY glad.

So are we! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good evenin all.

Do you guys suppose Robbie is okay? Keep thinking about him. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Robbie, you okay guy?

Yah, Where's the mayor?

Kimi - Send me your enchilada recipe, then I will have 3.

I'm here...

S is with me tonight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

This sucks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Robby -

It sucks big time. But it may be best to be away from each other for awhile so your wife can see what it is like to live alone. Hopefully she will start to miss you.

Hey Idiots

I have to resign as the Idiotville Cheerleader. Unless you all want to hear some really depressing cheers .... Nope I didn't think so

{{{Mayor}}} I hope you and your S have a great time - Hang in there

Goodnight Idiots

Brown

Lots of love and support to robby.

Don't disappear, my friend.

gc

Believer is right Robbie, this may be a much needed blessing in disguise.

And to second Gray, don't vanish. We need our Mayor. We're idiots remember?

We're suffering from " Mal de Mayor" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

All blessings mate from the UK ambassador and 7-11 owner.

Good Morning everyone.

(((ROBBY)))

((( LINY & BROWN )))

Next order of business

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> There are some things a woman just doesn't want to hear, and right up there near the top of the list is-

You need to put out, your about to start your period.....

Yes, that is a direct quote!!
<hr /></blockquote>In my defense this was just a joke between KY and myself and yes she did laugh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh and yes I did get some SF last night so my plan worked j/k <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Man! I mention the word "hummer" and Idiotville shuts the h-e-double-hockey-sticks up. <hr /></blockquote>NG that is gross <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> J/K <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

HUGE thanks to all of you!!!

My MIL came over last night under the guise of seeing S but then started cleaning my apartment! I couldnâ€™t stop her! It was a nice gesture and she even offered her support gave me some â€œpointers.â€ I know only time will tellâ€¦. But Iâ€™ve been told I suffer from IGSâ€¦ Instant Gratification Syndrome!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Waiting and patience are NOT my greatest strengths!

Thanks again!!

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> But Iâ€™ve been told I suffer from IGSâ€¦ Instant Gratification Syndrome!! <hr /></blockquote>Robby Great post I think you should go out and buy yourself something nice for posting such a great post j/k <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That was very nice of your MI to do that obviously she knows you are a good man and are not being treated fairly. Keep your chin up and we will be praying for you.

(((Robby)))

ST

Robby -

Bless your MIL. I love it when in-laws care about their spouse's partner.

Now have you got that book, or does the warden have to get it for you?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now the kool kids are going to happy hour.
So do I stay and get my 9 hrs in?
Or...
Uh...
<hr /></blockquote>Wise choice.

How's your cabaza this morning, and did you drink rita for me??? Inquiring minds want to know.

I love you Robby. I'd have helped clean....except the tub....I hate cleaning the tub.........

((((ROBBY)))))

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> NG that is gross J/K
<hr /></blockquote>Lier. That's ******* and I'm calling you on it. You know you love it.

[ November 09, 2004, 12:53 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Bob - What's a 7-11? Seriously....Once you pass Austin, there are no more 7-11...I've not had a slupee or super big gulp since....um....92? How sad is that?

NG - We don't have 7-11s any more, either. Where did they go? We seriously need to visit - of course, I don't get out much. We do have some relatives who are developing housing subdivisions and hotels in Port Aransas. But we don't go there often. But if I ever do, I will let you know and we will meet and laugh together at the world instead of just at each other!!

Robby - one day at a time. That's what I do. Don't think about yesterday, don't think or worry over the future too much. Just take it one day at a time. Consider the lilies .. your heavenly father will take care of you. That's a promise.

YL - Feeling better yet? I gave you a whole day! What more do you need?

H is leaving today for Dallas (supposedly) for a conference. Of course he also said the sun came up today and I couldn't believe that, either. Will keep an eye open, as will several other people. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I am going to be gone overnight Friday night (supervising kids at an event.) Last year when I did this same thing he spent night with OW. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> I am trying new tactics this time to hopefully prevent that. But I doubt I will have much success. He is so FBS (fog bound stupid.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Well, I'll check back later. Really must work a little today.

Mornin' Y'all!!

{{{Robby}}}} hugs and prayers for you!!! I had noticed your sig line changed the other day, and I was gonna ask if that was good news, then I read the rest of the posts and realized that no, things were still on track...am sorry for your IGS and needing/wanting her there now, but, well, have to agree with the others...am praying this absence will make the heart grow fonder, and that in a short while you'll be singing the same praises as KY/ST, BobPure/Squiddy, and even LemonDash/H.

DipiT - Girlie, you're just glutton for punishment, aren't you?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (I mean that very sincerely, no animosity intended) Am praying that your generosity will not go as unnoticed as it appears to be, and that your eyechart will change his tune too! {{DipiT}}

KY & ST - you poor dears - having both sides to post really sucks sometimes,huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> {{KY/ST}}

OH, and SHUT-UP about the SF already, WOULD YA!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> no fair you guys flaunting it like that <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> OH, a funny - H told doc the other day "Thanks man!! You took out the baby carrier, and installed a play-pen for me!" - I could've crawled under the bed - if I hadn't been hooked up to the morphine pump...

UGH!! I need chocolate, least I didn't loose that - matter of fact, I think I'm craving it worse now than before! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Man, I'm gonna have to go on a strict weight loss program - unable to lift anything over 5 lbs for 4 weeks, and I've already gained 10!!! Heaven Help!!!

RH - was glad to see you and Onlywords are working on things - am very sorry to hear she has sworn off MB for good - but, that may be a good thing if she's far enough into recovery, so try to see the positive side, however, I was not around during all the mudslinging, but I get the feeling it was pretty nasty - I really hate to see so-called "Christians" slinging dirt like they're the Holier-than-thou - my Bible says that the greatest commandment is to Love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, second is to love thy neighbor, and no commandment is greater than these - SO, where was their Christian love for their neighbor? I don't know, but I hope they will find it, cuz, I'm afraid if they're slinging like everybody says, maybe they need to get a check-up from the neck-up, know what I mean? OK, crawling off my soap-box now, and stumbling down the street! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Anyway, glad things are going well for you two, will continue to keep you in my prayers! {{RH/Onlywords}}

Starz - thanks for asking 'bout me! I'm praying for you, hope things are continuing to improve. {{Starz}}

{{NG}} how are you today? is Nio acting any better yet? (I'll have to get over to your other thread, is it updated?) {{NG}}

Brown - no cheering? You doing ok hon? Do you need to talk about it? {{Brown/Liny}}

Bob Pure - I'm so glad to see a guy on here saying how much he loves his wife - OH, and by the way, that easiness to love comes from a "true" heart, sounds like God's done some pretty neat work on you, too! {{BP/Squid}}

KiwiJ - Hey You!!! Sleep well, sweetie! {{KiwiJ/H}} Oh, how's your D? Is she doing better moving on?

OK, I knew I shouldn't have gone on naming names, sorry - to the rest of Idiotville {{{Idiots}}}

~LemonDash <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Positive thought for today:
Confidence is that feeling you get before you know all the facts!

PS - Hi TT, GC, & Believer- hope y'all are doing well today!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> H told doc the other day "Thanks man!! You took out the baby carrier, and installed a play-pen for me!" - I could've crawled under the bed - if I hadn't been hooked up to the morphine pump...
<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAOPMP <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Your H is hilarious <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> KY & ST - you poor dears - having both sides to post really sucks sometimes,huh? <hr /></blockquote>My side was the right side <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

Yah, ST, he's a real barrel of laughs! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Thanks!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

That's ok, go ahead and laugh, somebody had to get this thread moving again! Glad I could help! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

(edited to correct my spellin')

[ November 09, 2004, 10:01 AM: Message edited by: YL ]

BWAAAAHHAAAAAHHHAAAAAAAAA <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Way to kill the thread YL!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

OK, off to sleep and see what's on the tellie!!

Hey y'all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I haven't got the book yet, but I WILL. Been kinda gun-shy about it, to tell the truth. Putting more effort into this with no expected return is getting tougher and tougher.

Thanks again to all Idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Love you guys!!!

Bump

<blockquote>quote:<hr />How's your cabaza this morning, and did you drink rita for me??? Inquiring minds want to know.<hr /></blockquote>Who is this Rita, and how can I arrange to drink her?

Two pints (one faaaaast, one slow), then home. Sorry to disappoint, but I was driving. Dang, that first beer after work disappears fast!

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Yah, ST, he's a real barrel of laughs! Thanks!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Snug as a bug HUH <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> (edited to correct my spellin')
<hr /></blockquote>Your spellin was fine <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

YL, I have my email back. I will send you a note.

ST, bravely said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh and yes I did get some SF last night so my plan worked <hr /></blockquote>You Idiot, Did you forget I read this thread???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> You stud, you are too darn charming for me to turn down. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You and that Bob Pure, both have a way with words. (sorry bob) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Dipit, how are you? Are you smiling more these days??? How is the Christmas program coming?

Robby that is very kind of your MIL to help you out, but you stinken slob, you can pick up after yourself too. Said, like a younger sister would say, scolding her dirty older brother. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NG, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Starz, hey, how you doing?

JellyFish-Bing

[ November 09, 2004, 11:18 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

{{{{{YL}}}}} Thanks for the nice words.

{{{{{Jelly}}}}} hugs to you too.

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}} Have a good day all!

Ok, first off I'm VERY neat. The place was a mess because of moving. Mostly. The tub did need to be scrubbed but that's S fault! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> W took all of the dressers! Now I've got NEAT piles of clothes all over the place! And a box full of stuff that used to be in the desk. And no baby changing station! Baby bear was extra wiggly this morning! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

See if this works ya'll:

Shel's gettin hitched

That long haired hippie boy is mine....aint he cute...and I grew those two brown eyed young'uns all by myself (well, God stirred the stew up a little so they'd be practically perfect in every way). Had to throw in a pic of Leo from my other cousin's wedding cause the little cuss wouldn't stand still for a photo in his Robin costume. Dorkas.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You Idiot, Did you forget I read this thread???? <hr /></blockquote>**** <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You stud, you are too darn charming for me to turn down. <hr /></blockquote>ST swaggering around the office with his chest pushed out sniffing his hose saying "Yeh I'm the man" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I can't wait to get home and see how you got the computer in your scrap room <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NG Get that boy a hair cut he looks like a hoodlum j/k <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

[ November 09, 2004, 12:51 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Who is this Rita, and how can I arrange to drink her?
<hr /></blockquote>GC, my dear friend, if you have to ask who she is, you're not ready to be drinking with her.

ST - Bite your tongue man. He's a straight A student in AP (accelerator) courses, who has continued with his straight A-ness even tho this past 6 weeks he's broken both is legs skating and missed a lot of school. He is a drummer, bass player and can play the hell out of a guit-fiddle. He's got 2 gigs lined up - one at a biker rally and the other at a cyber cafe. That stuff on the top of his head....it's only hair, imo. It grows, it can be cut, but it won't change my Z and the massive amounts of cool grey matter that is underneath it one iota one way or another. Remember that when your boys are huge....cause it happens sooner rather than later. (poor Jelly and ST - poor any momma and daddy of burgeoning teenagers - they really have no idea of true angst till they're thrust into the throes of puberty along with their Stridex addicted offspring) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh, Kimmy, you know she and I are close.

GC

Kimmy, you have mail. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, I was all set to come on and post a new thread to tell you how unaccacptible your resignation letter was, then you posted a new one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So I'll just keep my trap shut about it now. Glad you are okay. Nice to see you haven't forgotten us, and are still lurking.
{{{RH}}}

Robby, no comment on the age thing? If we was really keeping track of age, aren't I actually older than you???

ST, I love you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

High of Thursday 41, Wed. night, rain changing into snow. Yippee, and I'm going tailgating Saturday!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Yippee, and I'm going tailgating Saturday!!
<hr /></blockquote>Cool! Are you all gonna stick a beer up a chicken's butt and cook out? It's da bomb - really quick hint the night before the chicken beer enema, kosher the chicken....it'll melt inyour mouth....seriously.

77 right now. High will be 81. Might actually rain a bit today. Low tonight will be 63! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

Yippee, and I'm going tailgating Saturday!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>LET'S GO BADGERS!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning Idiots.

My MB time is SO cut down now that I can't post at work and the only time you're all here is just as I'm leaving for work. But I lurk and read and laugh.

It's funny that all my favourite MBers have turned up here at some time or other. Maybe I just have an affinity with idiots.

YL, pleased you're getting better. I thought your H's funny was funny as well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jelly & ST. Settle down.

Thanks for asking about my DD, YL. She's doing well. She's moved to a house with two girlfriends and they are having a ball. Ex b/f is begging her to come back (which is upsetting because she's really not ready to go back - too little too late)and the "boy" field has narrowed itself down to 2.

LINY, I'm zopnikking disappointed with you but, if Brown's ok with it, I don't think you should disappear from Idiotville. You know us, we don't judge and we can probably help. (Even if some of us are tight as*ed <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

I can't possibly cover everyone - although YL you always do and you never miss anyone out - so I'll just give a big group hug {{{{{Idiots}}}}}.

And I had to laugh when Stanley bumped the thread. This thing has a life of it's own and the day it needs bumping will be a sad day indeed. Usually, Stan, it's impossible to keep up - you go away for a day and the thing's moved ahead 20 pages. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

Robby, your playing the role of older antagonizing brother VERY, VERY WELL, now stop, or I will tell Mom!!!!!!!!!

Hey Jel? Are you sure you're holding your tongue right (Settle down ST)? I looked and I got nuttin.

Jen! I don't blame your dd a bit for not wanting bf back....sides she's young enough to have fun and old enough now to know how NOT to get in trouble about it....that's the BEST IMO. Who needs a needy bf at that age?????

Hugs to down under.

Kimmy says it's sent, who am I to argue with it??

Jen, that is great she is living with some GF. Good for her.

Yeah, isn't are YL sweet like that. I sure do love her. Always including everybody.

You guys, did Liny leave our town, and I missed it??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> I'll be sad, he was so darn funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I guess it is safe to say that now if he isn't here, right. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jelly at home <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh, Robby, I think you forgot my power!!!!!

I'll give you a bit of a reminder.

Well I just took a call to the States sat in my car outside the stables where my DD was having a riding lesson, windows open to release the steam ( lots of hot air when I'm on a business call!! ) ) which mean loads of reeky autumn horsey stink wafting in.

This being a dad and a pillar of the EMEA bull****ting community is tough ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What is it with young girls and horses ?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

my DD is absolutely besotted by the big old stinky things. I mean Horses to me are provincial French Food or stoneage tractors. * tsk *

BTW I still want Xmas gift ideas for Squiddy.

finest wishes to all the fine inhabitants of idiotville.

Horses do NOT stink..........People do.

Really and truly.

How about a Past-Present-Future, 3 stone diamond, necklace, bracelet, ring any girl would love to have one of those.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I can make a suncatcher from the coast for her...here's my update email I sent to my family yesterday....you all might be interested:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Just got back from the mall, and might have a lady who will sell my seashell suncatchers on consignment...how totally exciting is THAT?

I had gone into the shop, and there were some plain ole suncatchers - ones that were just beads and they wanted $15 a piece for them. Well, I got the cajones (because we know I don't have a lot of cajones anyway) to ask how someone would go about supplying the owner and stuff. She gave me a for instance of if say, I wanted $10 a suncatcher, then they'd charge $13 total, so I'd make my $10....She just told me to bring them in and we could decide a price (btw: the keychain ones she was selling were $7.50, and made with icky ole plastic beads).

Nio about wet himself when I told him....all these years he's (and you all too) have been telling me how autistic.....um...artistic I am and that I should just take the plunge and do something like that........Grandma H is going to be so proud of me, too (the whole time she was down time before last, she kept saying, "You could do that Kimmie," or, "I'll bet you could do such and such..."

Now to go through my shells. Wanna hear something funny, tho? Just YESTERDAY I made a shadowbox of my favorite shells from when Nio and the kids and I went to Padre....Now I'm thinking I might have to break in to it....lol!

<hr /></blockquote>

Oh, and PLUH-ESE "Jelly has the power" my [censored]....ST, do us all a favor, lure her out of the puter room with chocolates and change the thread title back....it's really that simple ya'll.

Jelly has the power.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Chocolate has the power is more like it....

Frags, are you going to lurk, or give me a drink??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

May I join? I can be the cook!

I'm of the opinion that the more of us that can cook the better the party's gonna be when we finally meet!

- Kimmy

OOH, and your a good cook, I remember from way back a food conversation....

We have a cook, actually a few, but if you cook, we will eat.

3 Idiot things you have recently done, or from the past, let's hear it, and your in. OH, and alphabetical order please.

Welcome, Robby is the Mayor, but Jelly has all the Power!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 09, 2004, 02:31 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

You know, Jel, I never fessed up to my idiot tendencies............................

How strange. Well, since you never asked...(evil grin)

I meant check your email Jelly Bing! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sheesh !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I won at the LA Fair this year for my food, so I can help with the desserts, how's that?

Okay, three idiot things that I have done:

**I took a hit off a cigarette the other day. Tasted good but I want one now.

**Spent too much money on QVC and got in trouble!

**Wore my underwear inside out yesterday.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />**Wore my underwear inside out yesterday.
<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO! That one is guaran-damn-teed to make you FEEL like an idjit the first time you go to the ladies room for the day.....if you're like me you think, "Hmmmm....should I switch it to the right side.....um....nope....too damn lazy to do it in this teeny stall anywhoooo....."

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Yah, why do they make bathroom stalls so small anyway????

It wasn't the first time that I wore my tidy whities inside out either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi - not a good day for me.

I will post another thread with all that stuff sometime today. But not right now. But I am not feeling very idiotlike right now.

Jelly - thanks for asking about me.

I think a couple of margaritas would help <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

((((((STARZ)))))))

If we spray down with OFF! real good, the ocean is looking nice from my front porch. Want your 'rita there?

Robby, oh, is that what that meant? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> My email is down, has been for about 3 weeks, thought it was going today, but I guess not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

They deleted all my files. I have address, THANK THE LORD, but nothing else. Maybe tomorrow.

Chackler, panties is what we call them around here, and they are over rated. I no longer wear them. They don't fit, so I'm not going to wear them. I showed them!!!!

I'm hungry, baked fish for dinner, and broccoli, carrots and cauliflower, with cheese sauce, maybe some rice too, or garlic potatoes. Starving I am, for a change. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good night all, see you in the morning.

Starz, Rita's are my fav. raspberry, yummmmmmy

There's a place in Austin that has the BEST peach ritas....ever had a peach rita? They'll make you stand up and slap yo momma..........

THAT'S WHY I'VE GOT NO JELLYMAIL TODAY....The bugwuggies ate them.

Yup, no mail, I got excited first thing this morning, I received some, but then, NOTHING!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I can do Peach nothing, Kimmy, my first experience was with peach schnapps, I got very sick. Can't even smell peach stuff, makes me want to hurl.

Off to make chocolate chip cookies, I think they will go great with fish. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Let's sit around a fire tonight and sing Kum ba yah

Sorry for your fresh pain. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Where is everybody? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Around the fire singing Kum ba yah, of course. Where are you? We are almost out of chocolate for the smores, can you get s'more?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We just got a 3 gallon banana split to share. It was yummy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Okay, I'm off to bed, nobody is here.

Robby I swear if you post 5 minutes after me

GRRRRRRRRR <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Lots of prayers tonight for our beautiful, community. Liny, Brown, YL, DipiT, Robby, Starz, RH, onlywords.

Love to you all
Good night Idiotville

How 'bout 6 minutes!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good night JellyBing!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

IDIOTVILLE - Where is everyone?

Still waiting for the enchilada recipe from kimi- and waiting for the LA fair prize winning recipe. Sheesh, I could starve before you all come awake.

LINY - Where are you? Time for you to come back to Idiotville, where you truly belong.

Robby - How are things going tonight? Know any funny jokes?

{{{{{brown}}}}}

I read your post. Hugs to you and a big smack on the gourd for Liny.

He may give me a run for the Mayor's office! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Take care of yourself!

The non-machiavellian Mayor

Hey believer!

I'm here! Just got back from the gym. Good thing I feel a bit better. Tonight has sucked pretty bad, then I read something that freak Pep wrote:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Pain is a given. Suffering is a choice.
Pep
<hr /></blockquote>I was all ready to b!tch, whine and moan about poor me, poor Mayor BUT NO!!! Pep has to go and ruin it! Think my jaw ACTUALLY hit the floor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

So I guess I'm in pain but not suffering. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks Pep! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby -

It sure isn't easy at first, but does get better.

Where is Fraggles when we need her?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
It sure isn't easy at first, but does get better.
<hr /></blockquote>I'm sure it does. Only problem is I want my M to get better... And nobody can tell me it will.

It's TOO quiet at the Mayor's house now. No baby tonight, no W snoring on the couch! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> May seem like little things but they're HUGE to me.

Reminds me of the Chili's commercial.

Without the ribs and BBQ sauce! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hello, all -

Went to dinner with DS tonight. We talked and talked. Kind of sad evening. But more pleasant than staying home alone.

I only had one margarita, but it was a good one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Can't figure H out at all. He talks to her about filing for D, says he can't stand to be around me, won't talk when we're together, annoyed by the air I breathe, but this aft. on his way to Dallas he called just to talk to me for about 15 minutes. He absolutely hates me, I think. I know it's fog, but I can't seem to make any sense of it all. Maybe I am the crazy one.

Robby -

Yes the house is very, very quiet when you are alone. Get a huge pillow and hug it. That is what I did.

Thinking about you tonight.

Starz - Hang in there. These things do turn around. In the meantime, take care of you.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 He absolutely hates me, I think. I know it's fog, but I can't seem to make any sense of it all. Maybe I am the crazy one. <hr /></blockquote>I know EXACTLY how you feel!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

believer-

Thanks for always being there for me and others!

{{{{{believer}}}}}

Starz, I HATE that I was on the same side of the fence as your H because I look on you as one of my MB friends.

Your H is just being a foggy dork, but you know that anyway.

He's behaving so typically and I was guilty of everything he's doing now. I bet he thinks he's so unique (gag, blech).

I don't know if it helps you to know that some of us FWS's came to our senses. I hope so. AND I hope the foggy dork comes to his. {{{{Starz}}}}

Jen

Robby...

Differentiating between "pain" and "suffering" makes my B.S. detector go off.

Maybe it's just the choice of words... maybe "wallowing" is what we have a choice about.

It's like the Buddhists say, life is suffering. You don't choose to do it, if you live long enough, you will. Death and taxes my butt. Death, taxes, and suffering. No point in being surprised when it happens. Happens to everybody.

Least that's what I keep telling myself - I'm just taking a turn.

And since this is idiotville...

BELCH

GC

GC, was that BELCH in response to another beer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

[ November 10, 2004, 07:42 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hi Jen ! * waves *

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey, Bobbo, *waving back*.

Don't worry Bob you're doing fine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I want to meet Mrs P.

I miss LINY and you going on and on about music <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

Jen, you'd better believe it was made by beer!

I love trolls! Where is he?

GC

Weeeeeellll, not a troll exactly but extremely troll-like. I don't want to name names but he's causing a lot of dissension around here.

Anyway, enough of that. My son owns two Gibson Les Paul's (left handed). Apparently, for a year they turn everything round at the factory and make the left handed ones. Coool. My H owns a "fake" National (also left handed) which he's learning to play and is getting really good. Then son picks it up and makes it sing. H grumps off, then they have a jam and it is so cool.

Jen

[ November 10, 2004, 12:28 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ ]

Thanks Jen. I wondered what your take would be on my " small brave action". Thumbs up it seems <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

The hurts and guilt is really hitting Squid now Jen. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
All I can do is love her...not nice to watch though, but I undertand it is necessary.

Anyway I have an old Les paul too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 10, 2004, 07:37 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Jen, I can't even afford one Les Paul!

I have a very cool Stratocaster though, and a wonderful, beat up Martin my father bought in 1963.

Okay, gotta go night-night. The posters that get to me most are the ones who imply BS are pushovers and losers for trying to save their marriages.

Have a lovely afternoon and evening over there in KiwiLand!

GC

I've got to go as well.

Early evening here and H isn't that keen on me spending all my time on the computer.

So, no LBing in our house. LOL.

Jen

Good morning idiots. Hope everyone is doing okay.

LINY - You still on the run?

Good morning, Believer.

No sign of Liny anywhere. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Maybe he found another more desirable group of Idiots to hang with.

Morning Mayor!
Morning Idiotville!

Thanks for no 2x4 Jelly. That was a bad day for me. Guess we all have them. I think someone on here once said it is not worth going back and reading all the pages because you can't keep up anyhow. (At least I think someone said that on the old Jelly thread.)

So true. But sometimes you have to just to figure out what/who Jelly was responding too. Anyway, I'll be away for several days (off from regular work) and trying to get a barn built and some other projects around the ol' homestead. Probably will be too tired to get on at night.

Take care, catch you next week probably!

Hey, what's for lunch? J/K

RH

Oh, RH, it wasn't a 2x4 actually, just more like a plea for more info. I like to ask Q, and I don't like to be left hanging. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Yes, I snoop at Christmas too.

The thread seems to be slowing down a bit, so don't be so afraid of it.

Are you a farmer??

Glad to hear from you, now if only Liny would post. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hey y'all.

Kiwi - I appreciated your comment. Frankly, the only thing that truly gives me hope are the comments and insights that the WS's give on this board, whether they are recovered or still struggling. That, and the comments made by some of the people on the boards who have been here a long time and have seen things come and go.

But if it weren't for the love and support on this thread, I really might go crazy. Idiotville is as good as an extra AD every day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Love you guys (and gals) no sexism intended.

Hey, RH - What kind of barn are you building?

I love this thread because it is a nice place to come and relax from all the heartache on this board. And nobody gets mad here.

Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning QueenJellyBingFish!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You sure are one complex(ing) Idiot!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mayor - is there a prize for the 500th post???????????????????????????????????????????

BIG PRIZE FOR 500TH POST! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But I already sent it to Jelly! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> She's crafty!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

So you're all waking up and I'm just going to bed. It's weird how that works, but I know none of you idiots will be able to explain. Good night. (Idiotville Asian Edition). TT

TT - We have a whole suburb on that side of the world.

Still here, I'm a tired idiot. Yeah, met Anyname (guess what, that wasn't her real
name <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). We had a 4 hour stint in Starbucks. It was so great to meet her. I've never done any of this computer stuff before - weird, but fun. I know there's a kiwi, an aussie and I think Zizzycool is somewhere in my suburb, but are there more?

Once again, Good night. TT

Good morning Idiotville

How is everyone this morning?

43 degrees and a high of a whopping 58 today <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

FYI,
Our e-mail is still down another virus with our internet provider <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

All mail lost and it is still not back up. I am gonna call this morning and ream some a$$.

I sound pretty tuff huh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

hey ST what's up???

Night, night, TT. Sweet Dreams and butterfly kisses.

Robby, I got my prize first, which gave me the insentive to strive for 500th post.

I did it!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good night TummyT

ST & Jelly,

You guys really crack me up!! It's 72 right now with a high of 81. The sun is beautiful! You guys won't see it again until May!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

That being said... I'd rather be in recovery in MI than separated in FL! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Night, night, TT. Sweet Dreams and butterfly kisses.

Crap I missed it by one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I guess it doesn't matter since the Mayor is playing favorites and sending the prize out before it is decided <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Mr. Mayor Sir.

Whats the weather?

Pookey- You still scrappin?

TT- Welcome to Idiotville I am the bouncer so don't be causing any trouble <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Believer- Good Morning

Oh yea I may be the bouncer but Jelly has all the power <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

ST

ST ST, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

No, I'm not scrapping, I only do that at quiet time. The weather here 43 degrees and a high of a whopping 58 today.

ST said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Crap I missed it by one <hr /></blockquote>I told you honey, it is up higher than you think. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> hey ST what's up???
<hr /></blockquote>Me wanna see <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sorry everyone <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You guys really crack me up!! It's 72 right now with a high of 81. The sun is beautiful! You guys won't see it again until May!! <hr /></blockquote>72 holy cow are you by the pool <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I think it got up to 81 all summer long here.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> That being said... I'd rather be in recovery in MI than separated in FL! <hr /></blockquote>We have a extra room and I can send you the handcuffs if Jelly will take them off me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Starz <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ST

Hi, ST - I love the way you love your wife. It makes me feel happy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I told you honey, it is up higher than you think. <hr /></blockquote>No it's not <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Is it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

KY
Do you have Mad. today? If not wanna do lunch?

ST

Robby bragged <blockquote>quote:<hr /> You guys won't see it again until May!! <hr /></blockquote>Have you been to MI in May????? It is rare it is that nice then, we still get snow in May.

ST I shared my prize with you, did you get it???

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
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hey ST what's up???

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Me wanna see

Sorry everyone
<hr /></blockquote>ST must you expose the Idiots to such things??

1. that is inappropriate to speak to a lady that way.
2. All the Idiots are horny, they don't want to hear our SF talk, it makes them jealous.

C. Of course I do. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I can't drag myself off to bed. I'm scared because while I'm asleep you'll all post loads more pages and it will take me ages to read it all in the morning. I r e a d r e a l l y s l o w l y b e c a u s e I a m a n
i d i o t.

TummyT, we can't discuss you and then later edit it if you are still lurking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Starz gushed <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hi, ST - I love the way you love your wife. It makes me feel happy <hr /></blockquote>Me too, but maybe a bit more plan A. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby said <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Good Morning QueenJellyBingFish!!

You sure are one complex(ing) Idiot!! <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

ST said <blockquote>quote:<hr />

Do you have Madelyn. today? If not wanna do lunch?
<hr /></blockquote>Can you believe I almost missed this. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Yes, I think I do. I won't know for sure until 11:05.

ST said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
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I told you honey, it is up higher than you think.
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No it's not Is it
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>You and Rechargeable Antonio need to talk. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!

Glad to see Idiotville is up and running - looks like the sidewalks didn't even get rolled up last night! Good job you guys, keep up the good work!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We just got a 3 gallon banana split to share. It was yummy.
<hr /></blockquote>I swear if I lived in the Jelly/ST household I'd go into a glucose coma.

Glucose Coma, AND I'd weigh 500 lbs!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Pain is a given. Suffering is a choice.
Pep
<hr /></blockquote>That's a very good one Robby. My fav is, "Pain is weakness leaving the body."

I'm gonna have forearms like Popeye one day.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by shiveringtimbers:
 We have a extra room <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Great!! I'm moving in!! I'm homeless at the end of the month unless something changes FAST anyway!!

Cool! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where are my skis? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I love trolls! Where is he?
<hr /></blockquote>Um, hello? Living under a bridge....itsn't that where trolls hang? Unfortunately some of the Ogres, Twinklebells and wood/water nymphs miss the hell out of him.

A long time ago on a thread far, far away we were edited by the mods for the use of the word "sniggering." Maybe this will educate our obviously American mods and nosey lurkers! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />BS are pushovers and losers for trying to save their marriages.
<hr /></blockquote>Yah. Well they can bite me....and not in any kind of good or fun way. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

No one has the right to tell YOU when YOU'VE had enough....and there isn't a specific timeline to any of this.

Horse's arses.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
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Pain is a given. Suffering is a choice.
Pep

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That's a very good one Robby. My fav is, "Pain is weakness leaving the body."

<hr /></blockquote>Let's not forget the famous quote by Jelly relating to pain.

It's gotta hurt before it feels good. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy, our sugar level is just fine. You just need to know how to balance it with the right amount of chips. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YL, I've seen your picture sweetie, you could never weight 500lbs even if you were holding our little Peanut.

Robby, trying to cause trouble?? What made you think of that???? I think it was the taunting way it was used. We were testing them and not taking them seriously.

Now about your comment, why am I so darn complex???????????

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Where are my skis? <hr /></blockquote>Bring your ice skates and ice fishing gear to <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Great!! I'm moving in!! I'm homeless at the end of the month unless something changes FAST anyway!!
<hr /></blockquote>I am sure you can come accross a box to live in since all of our appliances are being sent there <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby,
Got your pics. How old are you 40 j/k:D Your wife is beautiful and baby bear is very cute in the frog costume. Did you make it?

ST

We love to ski. ST loves to play hockey too, but kind of hard with the 3 of us, I'm usually keeping my butt cool, and the 3yo too little, the 8 yo, is like a fresh colt at all times. Just like his daddy.

Do you even have warm clothes???

ST, can you say "on the down low?", and 40, you are so generous.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by shiveringtimbers:
Bring your ice skates and ice fishing gear to <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby,
Got your pics. How old are you 40 j/k:D Your wife is beautiful and baby bear is very cute in the frog costume. Did you make it?

ST <hr /></blockquote>Love Ice Fishing! I'll bring the Jack Daniel's!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> We can use my appliance box as shelter!

You know I don't look a day over 28! Especially on Tuesdays!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Made the frog costume all by myself!! NOT!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 and 40, you are so generous. <hr /></blockquote>OK! THAT'S ABOUT ENOUGH!! If I look THIS good at 40... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> OK! THAT'S ABOUT ENOUGH!! If I look THIS good at 40... <hr /></blockquote>AHH The Arrogance thing coming out We knew it was in there <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Love Ice Fishing! I'll bring the Jack Daniel's!! We can use my appliance box as shelter! <hr /></blockquote>Yeh bring the box if it gets to cold we will burn it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> and use the Jack for starting it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I have all the gear just dress warm I don't wanna hear no crying " ST I'm Cold I Wanna go back I can't feel my feet I'm Cold I wanna go home" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

I moved here from Ohio, remember!

I've got lots of warm clothes!!

In storage!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby
Have you been Ice Fishing before?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Ice Fishing before <hr /></blockquote>You people are sick and wrong.

I just wanted you all to know that by 7:00 this morning I'd popped my first beer.....

And then poured the whole thing over some very nummy looking, very marbly steaks. Added a ton of Montreal Seasoning, and they are right now at this very minute getting very drunk and happy in my fridge.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Whew...you guys are nuts! 5 more pages

Starz: Just a small pole barn (24x24- 1.5 stories). A place to park the ATV's, Lawn tractor, some tools and a place to bring some sick goats on occasion. The 2nd story is for storing a few bales of hay so that I don't have to be carrying a bale up everyday.

KY: Farmer? Well, sort of. I'm a jack of all trades. I don't really want to say to much about the farm online. Email me at <<snip>> if you want more details. I like talking about it but I have issues (I'm an idiot you know).

RH

[ November 10, 2004, 11:48 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

RH - do you milk your goats....

I need a supplier for some goat milk soaps I want to attempt....

K: No. I'm way too busy to even think about milking goats. I have though, just for making home made ice cream. It's Great!

edited to protect the innocent

[ November 10, 2004, 11:50 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Already done.

{{{{{{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}}}}}}

Hi. I'm not sure of what to say. I suppose, "I'm sorry," is a good start. "Thank you" is a good second line.

I'm sorry.
Thank you.

Don't know if I belong in Idiotville anymore. (Not self-pity; just not sure.) I [I]did[I/] give "3" idiot things I've done though. I'll see how it goes.

RH...good to see you back in good form.

And KY...I absolutely did see that post about 10 pages ago! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I've responded to my own thread, fyi. Long road, huh? Well, let me lace up my best shoes. (Got the boots, the "boots" and flats, sandals, a few extra pair...)

RH got snipped. (had to laugh at your edit)

LINY - It's about friggin time.......geez. If you ever disappear like that again....I'll kick your snow covered tushie.

There is not ONE of us Idiotians that has NEVER screwed up .... not even me, and we all know I'm practically perfect in every way. SOOOO:

Apology accepted. Please commence talking about punk rock so Jen'll roll her eyes at us (I miss Jen's eyerolls).

- Kimmy

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by shiveringtimbers:
 Robby
Have you been Ice Fishing before? <hr /></blockquote>Have I ever!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Boy, what a hangover!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry about the delay. I moved my pc tower and broke the usb to my wireless mouse! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

When it rain, it pours!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And KY...I absolutely did see that post about 10 pages ago! <hr /></blockquote>Dang, edit laws!!!!

Liny, this is a M building site, and this is the Idiot thread of that site. Are you rebuilding your M? Are you an Idiot?

Now get your sh1t together, and get back here.

How is your stress level? I'm guessing if you cleaned your closet, it would be greatly reduced, you Idiot!!!

I'm here for you, but I will hold you accountable!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Nice to see you, Funny Man. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Funny Man.
<hr /></blockquote>Quit kissing his [censored]. We both know Brown's funnier.

Oh, please NG, I'm not kissing nothin.

And Brown being funnier, is always intended. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY: Kimmy's right (I heard the smooching noise).

Hi LINY.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm not kissing nothin.
<hr /></blockquote>Damn! Why do I talk to you then?

SETTLE DOWN ST!

Liny!

Glad you're back but leave the funny to brown!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And stop with the potential "dramatic exit lines"...

We've had too much of that in the past week!

liny - Welcome back to Idiotville. We missed you. We will pat you on the head and coddle you here, cuz we're the idiots of MB.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Don't know if I belong in Idiotville anymore. <hr /></blockquote>If I'm welcome in Idiotville - I think it's safe to say that ANYONE can belong here. Trust me on this.

Good to have you back!

Hi everbody! (We need a little waving guy icon)

WO, Hi there.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> (We need a little waving guy icon)
<hr /></blockquote>screw that, we need a guying waving the finger. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Today's song (one of my favs to sing to the babies):

Jackie left on a cold, dark night
Telling me he'd be home
Sailed the seas for a hundred years
Leaving me all alone
And I've been dead for twenty years
I've been washing the sand
With my ghostly tears
Searching the shores for my Jackie-oh

I remember the day the young man came
He said, "your Jackie's gone
We got lost in the rain"
And I ran to the beach
And laid me down

"You're all wrong", I said
And they stared at the sand
"That man knows that sea
Like the back of his hand
He'll be back some time
laughing at you"

And I've been waiting all this time
For my man to come
Take his hand in mine
And lead me away
To unseen shores

I've been washing the sand
With my salty tears
Searching the shore
For these long years
And I'll walk the seas forever more
Till I find my Jackie oh
Till I find my Jackie oh
Till I find my Jackie oh
Jackie oh
Jackie oh
Jackie oh

BTW: The white pelicans are back for the winter. They are so beautiful.

My little girl would have nightmares if I sang her that song NG <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

You southerners sure are a morbid lot, aren't ya?

Hey KY, don't encourage them with the middle finger thing, they'll find a way to post that you know, (especially potty mouth Linny!)

Hey WO, how goes it?

Actually, Weaver, it's sang more Irish Ballad style....like this:

Farewell to Tarwathie
Adieu Mormond Hill
And the dear land of Crimmond
I bid you farewell
I'm bound off for Greenland
And ready to sail
In hopes to find riches
In hunting the whale

Farewell to my comrades
For a while we must part
And likewise the dear lass
Who first won my heart
The cold coast of Greenland
My love will not chill
And the longer my absence
More loving she'll feel

Our ship is well rigged
And she's ready to sail
The crew they are anxious
To follow the whale
Where the icebergs do float
And the stormy winds blow
Where the land and the ocean
Is covered with snow

The cold coast of Greenland
Is barren and bare
No see time nor harvest
Is ever known there
And the birds here sing sweetly
In mountain and dale
But there's no bird in Greenland
To sing to the whale

There is no habitation
For a man to live there
And the king of that country
Is the fierce Greenland bear
And there'll be no temptation
To tarry long there
With our ship under full
We will homeward repair

Farewell to Tarwathie
Adieu Mormond Hill
And the dear land of Crimmond
I bid you farewell
I'm bound off for Greenland
And ready to sail
In hopes to find riches
In hunting the whale

Both are very lilting and sweetly sung. I find the kids don't really hear the words, they just feel the love...kwim?

This is the last lullaby song I'll share with you all tonight, but I'm planning on singing all three to the babies tonight because it makes ME feel good to croon them to them:

Suzanne takes you down to her place near the river
You can hear the boats go by
You can spend the night beside her
And you know that she's half crazy
But that's why you want to be there
And she feeds you tea and oranges
That come all the way from China
And just when you mean to tell her
That you have no love to give her
Then she gets you on her wavelength
And she lets the river answer
That you've always been her lover
And you want to travel with her
And you want to travel blind
And you know that she will trust you
For you've touched her perfect body with your mind.

And Jesus was a sailor
When he walked upon the water
And he spent a long time watching
From his lonely wooden tower
And when he knew for certain
Only drowning men could see him
He said "All men will be sailors then
Until the sea shall free them"
But he himself was broken
Long before the sky would open
Forsaken, almost human
He sank beneath your wisdom like a stone
And you want to travel with him
And you want to travel blind
And you think maybe you'll trust him
For he's touched your perfect body with his mind.

Now Suzanne takes your hand
And she leads you to the river
She is wearing rags and feathers
From Salvation Army counters
And the sun pours down like honey
On our lady of the harbour
And she shows you where to look
Among the garbage and the flowers
There are heroes in the seaweed
There are children in the morning
They are leaning out for love
And they will lean that way forever
While Suzanne holds the mirror to your soul
And you want to travel with her
And you want to travel blind
And you know that you can trust her
For she's touched your perfect body with her mind.

Nighty night.

WHERE do you come up with all this stuff, Kimmy? I swear your head must be overflowing with all the stuff you got in it!

I'm serious, your head just amazes me!

And I ain't trying to lick ya up or anything, but you are one interesting girl!

I will say they do grow 'em smart way down there in the south. Probably all that sunshine, eh?

And to you KY,

You may have gotten the 500th post in idiotville, but I got more overall posts than you do, and we registered at the same time!

NAYNAYNAYNAYBOOBOO

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You may have gotten the 500th post in idiotville, but I got more overall posts than you do, and we registered at the same time!
<hr /></blockquote>What are you talking about???? Do you people not know math up there????

Hey, how are the Northern lights?

Truthfully, I'm a smartass from a long line of smartasses.

Honestly, tho...I'm descended from 3 brothers who came over from Scotland. All 3 started across the US with Cali in sight. 1 made it...the other two got hooked on 'shine in the Appalachains - there used to be stories of their horse and wagon turning up a few days after a binge drinkin', and the townsfolk would just send someone out lookin' for em (learned that one from a family reunion story).

Read any of the FoxFire books (very informative and good reads) - they explain mountian folk, and the people in there could be my next o'kin for all I know.

As for the songs - the first is from Sinead O'Conner, the second is an old Judy Collins song, and the third is Leonard Cohan (but has been sung by Judy Collins). My mom and dad had very diverse musical interests (as is apparent when I visit and the Gregorian chants are playing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> -those little guys eyes are rolling because the chants are pretty for about 10-15 min, then you just want to stick a pencil in your eye to make them stop ). My personal favs will always be the Irish Ballads (Johnny Cash notwithstanding and nowhere in the same genre, GC - NO ONE will ever take his place in my heart <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) I'm one of the few here (after a green beer or 3) who can get up and sing all of Danny Boy....not that's it a hard song to remember....but you kwim? It's just....um....touched me....like my soul knows it...you ken?

- Kimmy

KY - No haven't been able to see the northern lights. It's been really freaky up here though, the days have been dark as night and the nights have been black as death. It's really starting to freak me out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

And yes they teach math up here but they do it with beer can sizes and keg conversions. I don't drink beer so I guess I missed out.

And don't just pick on us, Wisconsin is way worse if you know what I mean. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Did you see Escanaba in de Moonlight, KY. The bar scene in that movie about knocked me out of my chair, it is soooo right on about up here. Disgusting! I can't wait until Paige graduates, we're out of here then, and she ditto's that!

NG -

I am going to check out those books, I love mountain lore and stories!

There was a movie out a couple of years ago, where this woman doctor goes to the mountains researching mountain music. I wish I could remember the name, the mountain music, just singing mostly was incredible. I gave it to a friend of mine and she told me she watched it seven times! I'll try to remember the name and tell you, I know you would love it.

Morning All, as I predicted, I've missed pages of very important information just by being on a different time zone.

Note for Niosgirl. If you stick a pencil in your eye, it won't make the music go away. You will be blind but you will still be able to hear it. I will now go and try it just to make sure. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AAAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHH. Yep, I can still hear.

Well somebody's in a good mood today! Got up on the right side of the bed now did ya TT?

It's a drag that you are just getting up and now I have to get ready for bed. That is weird, isn't it? Hope you got the pencil out of your eye!

Tah tah idiotville.

Weaver - it was just a joke, silly! TT

OOOOH, that's good, cuz I just kept thinking - icky!

Everyone is either in or getting ready for bed, it seems TT. So just what are you going to do all day in idiotville by your self? Wait for the goblins?

Speaking of goblins, I'm sure the nightowls will be here soon, not to worry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Actually, it's my day off today but I'll be busy. Glad you're all off to bed. I might be able to drag myself away from here. It's my kids' school fair coming up and I'm running a stall so I'll spend time preparing for that. Got one of my girls off 'sick' but not very. Sleep tight. Idiots need lots of rest. TT

Hey all, I'm still up. It's only 4:30 in the afternoon here in California.

LINY - You around?

Kimmi - Still waiting for that recipe.

Afternoon Believer, someone once posted that I'd said something to piss you off. It was never my intention. I think whatever messages I send out pretty much depend on my mood for the day but if an apology is needed (I don't know what for) then I am, of course, very sorry. TT

TT -

Can't remember what it would have been. Do you remember the subject?

I hardly ever get pissed off though.

Believer, No, they didn't tell me on your thread, it must have been one of mine and it was a while back. I just ignored it at the time. Am signing out now. I keep losing my 'log-in' and I don't know why so have to keep signing in again. Pain in the rear. TT

Liny the Pooh, Liny the Pooh
Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff
He's Liny the Pooh, Liny the Pooh
Willy nilly silly ole bear!

Liny the Pooh, Liny the Pooh
Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff
He's Liny the Pooh, Liny the Pooh
Willy nilly silly ole bear!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{NCW & RAP}}}}}

Thinking any praying about you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - Address please. I'm sending you the book.

<blockquote>code:<hr /><pre style="font-size:x-small; font-family: monospace;"> [/code]</blockquote>TA DA!!!!

[ November 10, 2004, 08:46 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

That wasn't meant for you, believer!!

It was for Jelly to use at will! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

My address?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What book? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 11:45 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

wow- how did you learn to do that? YOu must have a lot of extra time on your hands.

Hey KMEJ!!

pronounced kmej

Don't think we've chatted before!!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Separated, so sadly too much time on my hands ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hello Mr. Mayor!
I can see you have a lot of freetime. I must say that was impressive!!

Sorry about your seperation!

How did you add that link???
By the way I laughed for the first time all day because of you. SO thank you!! Honestly Thank you

You're Welcome!!

Stick around! Laughter is good for you! No matter what your situation. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

To add a link click the URL button directly below the Add Reply button and a script prompt will pop up. You can type a web address in or cut & paste.

Hit enter.

Then you can name your link.

Click OK.

And Viola!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 10, 2004, 07:41 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Wow thanks. Learn something new everyday.

I am a strong believer that Laughter is the best medicine! Thanks for my daily dose!

Hi KMEJ - welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the Mayor.

The best part of my day is when I get to Idiotville. I don't ever want to leave. I REALLY need to get a life. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Went out this eve. and bought tequila and triple sec so I can make my own margaritas. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I am drinking too much, I am afraid. Although 2 margaritas for most people would not be considered too much, I think. Who knows? At least it dulls the pain some.

I posted a thread today called Venting, sort of .. very sad. Go by and give me your opinions. It's probably on page 2 by now. Some are saying Plan B, but I think I will finally call the Harleys and see. I have put it off because it's so expensive, but hey! He's cheaper than my lawyer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Shh!! don't tell - he might go up on his rates!!

I'll stick around this evening for a while. H is gone, nothing else to do.

BTW, Robby, a viola is a stringed orchestral instrument, 1/3 larger than a violin, and with a deeper, richer tone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey freaks.

Bye freaks.

Hey starz!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm off to read your thread!

but isn't that how you spell WAALAA?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 Hey freaks.

Bye freaks. <hr /></blockquote>Great!!

We've got a new celly! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I got your point and that was all that matters.

I think I read your post, But I will go check it out.

While we are reading others posts anyone want to read Football game or baptism? No kidding, I think I solved that one. However there are plenty other of my threads that are still knee deep

[ November 10, 2004, 08:48 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

No..it was NOT a drive by posting....smart alec.

Was too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm glad I saw it before it was edited.

LMAO.

Jen

Hey!!!

That was art!!!

You can't edit ART!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Robby - Voila! It's just an alphabet reversal thing. Are you dyslexic?? J/K !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

come on Justus- have a sense of humor!! We are all adults here, and that was rather amuseing.

WELL Robby- it was fun while it lasted. Too bad it did not last long

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ok, are you downloading this from somewhere, or are you really that talented and bored.

[ November 10, 2004, 09:35 PM: Message edited by: KMEJ ]

I'll never tell!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Tummytuck: Whenever I get that problem with MB "logging" me out, I close all open browsers, reload and start again. After login a 2nd time it usually takes. The board must be trying to join this thread, you know being an idiot and all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good night, idiots. My two margaritas have kicked in and it's time for bed. See you manana.
(don't know how to type that little curvy thing.)

See you tomorrow. If you have any advice for me, please leave it on the Venting thread. Thanks.

starz-

I think you've gotten great advice from Pep on your thread...

JMHO

{{{{{starz}}}}}

A man asked his wife what she'd like for Mother's Day. "I'd love to be six again," he heard her reply.

On the morning of Mother's Day, he awoke early, got up, made her a nice big bowl of Lucky Charms, and then whisked her off to the local theme park.

What a day! He put her on every ride in the park: the Death Slide, the Wall of Fear, the Screaming Monster Roller Coaster, Shivering Timbers, and everything there was. Five hours later she staggered out of the theme park. Her head was reeling and her stomach felt upside down.

Right away, they journeyed to a McD0nald's where her loving husband ordered her a Happy Meal
with extra fries and a refreshing chocolate shake.

Then it was off to a movie, the latest Disney animation, a hot dog, popcorn, a soda pop, and her favorite candy, M&M's.

What a fabulous adventure!

Finally she wobbled home with her husband and collapsed into bed exhausted. He leaned over his precious wife with a big smile and lovingly asked, "Well Dear, what was it like being six again?"

Her eyes slowly opened and her expression suddenly changed.

"I meant my dress size, you a$$!"

The moral of the story:

Even when a man is listening, he is gonna get it wrong. So much for those Emotional Needs <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Very good RH. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I miss Onlywords on here - I liked talking to her but I can understand why she's not comfortable coming back here. Hi, Onlywords, *waving* if you're reading. Or, RH, if she doesn't lurk, tell her I said Hi.

Robby, you are incorrigible. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sometimes on Idiotville I feel I'm sitting with the "bad" kids down the back of the class. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Which was my natural place at school funnily enough. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Even though I AM tight as*ed. Gee, I just can't forget that LINY said that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

Hi Jen!

Just came home from a work party. Fun. I've had a few. We had a hayride and drank beer at a horse farm. A real November-in-Minnesota sorta party. Not my usual scene (my coworkers are LIGHTWEIGHTS!), but I had fun.

How's NZ this time of year?

Mushmouth, me.

GC

Yay, the nightshift's here.

November in NZ. Let's see - it was 72 today, a gloriously sunny, blue skied early summer day. Kids were swimming at the beach as I drove home along the sea front. It's not really hot enough for swimming yet, I wait till the temperature rises a bit.

My roses are blooming and it looks like we're in for a wonderful summer.

Gosh, did you say it was cold or something where you are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

If you want to look at NZ have a look at this.

http://www.newzealand.com/travel/

Jen

Brrrr! Quite cool here in the middle of the continent.

Jen, is NZ really as pretty as the pictures say?

Minnesota is not so lovely, but the summers are wonderful. And it's a great place to play music. You can't throw a rock without hitting a musician.

And musicians are ugly and poor.

The neighbors' cat is prowling my house tonight. She waits for me to come home and follows me into my house.

Oh, lawdy. Where can I get a cigarette?

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:
 And musicians are ugly and poor.
<hr /></blockquote>You forget, sir, that we have seen your pic. You are not an ugly man, by far! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I, myself, am currently quite poor but no musician!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Musicians are not only ugly and poor, but the ones you can trust are most often smokers.

Robby, how are you hanging in?

And do you believe NZ is really as purdy as the pictures?

We should invade it and convert their leaders to Christianity!

JK

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:
 Robby, how are you hanging in?
<hr /></blockquote>I'd tell you friend, but don't want to ruin a good buzz.

NZ IS beautiful. Been there. Lovely people. Socialist, yet lovely! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can be hard on my looks b/c you have no idea what I look like. You are just being silly drunk!

Write happy songs, keep the sad country in Nashville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm afraid the songs I'm writing these days are pretty vent-y. I actually have one that's kind of about MB, but nobody would ever know it from hearing the thing.

I'm sportin' my own little buzz tonight. I'm a damn idiot, no doubt! I just listened to the pre-master recording of my band's new CD. You know you're in trouble when you listen to your own music.

Mr. Mayor, where in the south do you live anyway?

I must go to NZ one day. And here's this new credit card, financing my D and totally screwing up my financial future. Geez, maybe I need to leave the country for a while. My IC told me that bailing out on the holidays is sometimes a good thing for people in my situation.

I could do like all the other Staties and go visit the hobbit-hole!

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:


I'm sportin' my own little buzz tonight.

Mr. Mayor, where in the south do you live anyway?

GC <hr /></blockquote>Your buzz is the one I didn't want to kill. But now I've caught up to you my friend! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I grew up in NC, currently in Florida. Not really the south, but plenty of sunshine!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I've spent a little time in the SE. Honestly, most of it (parts of TN, VA, GA, AL, MS) didn't work for me, but I looooved NC.

The places near the coast have the greatest names. Kitty Hawk, Cape Fear, Kill Devil Hill - come ON! Those names are too cool for school.

Thinking of the SE makes me think about religion. Without getting too controversial... I'm agnostic. I love Christianity, and would give my left thumb to be able to get on board with it, but all that "rapture" stuff puts me off something awful.

Anyway, look at me go! Pretty soon I'll be trashing Condoleeza Rice.

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />The rapture: When all the believers in Jesus Christ, who have been born again, are
taken up to heaven.

After the rapture, there will be a lot of speculation as to why millions of people have
just disappeared. Unfortunately, after the rapture, only non believers will be left to come up with answers. You probably have family and friends that you have witnessed to and they just won't listen. After the rapture they probably will, but who will tell them?

We have written a computer program to do just that. It will send an Electronic Message (e-mail) to whomever you want after the rapture has taken place, and you and I have been taken to heaven.

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<hr /></blockquote>Gotta love modern technology!!!

To me, not believing in God is like not believing in gravity.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />An atheist, like a Christian, holds that we can know whether or not there is a God. The Christian holds that we can know there is a God; the atheist, that we can know there is not. The Agnostic suspends judgment, saying that there are not sufficient grounds either for affirmation or for denial. At the same time, an Agnostic may hold that the existence of God, though not impossible, is very improbable; he may even hold it so improbable that it is not worth considering in practice. In that case, he is not far removed from atheism. <hr /></blockquote>

Hey guys (and gals), if kiwi is around. Still not sure if I'm ready to post and be back with the gang. Feel I need to prove myself--especially to brown. Perfect opp tonight to POJA and I blew it--nothing to do with A, but, huge part of myself. Again, should take my on advice: if you're in a hole stop digging.

Robby, that was beautiful. You need to sing it to me tonight!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />...and I'm running a stall...<hr /></blockquote>tt...got the perfect job for you in idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

believer...stop looking for me while I'm at work, will ya?

kiwi...Your photo gave that impression. Me? You look distinguished, attractive, intelligent, even fun-loving. If you look real hard though...tight-*****. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I am just kidding. Really. What I really meant was, "I'm playful, but don't zopnik with me pal!" Did you ever see that movie "Holes?" Putting my shovel down. Just too many holes I'm digging here.

Too lazy to look, but I like that analogy about being with the "bad kids in the back of the class."

I'm sorry guys...feel like I'm dragging you guys down with me...and I'm deep in one of those holes that I've dug...don't want to pull all of you along to. Bad enough I have to mend the entrance and exit wound on brown.

Have a great day off all of you fellow feds out there.

<img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 10:11 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hiya LINY!

To use my Squids terms " your ears and tail are down, like you peed on the carpet " <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Drink down how it feels br'a. You can choose to never feel like that again NOR revisit ten times worse on Brown.

Don't answer this - its rhetorical - but DEEP DOWN do you think your R with OW is actually no so bad 'cos you didn't have sex ? Theres a bit much fuss about just TALKING to a FRIEND ? Seriously don't answer here just have a think about it.

I thought for AGES That an EA with a PA like my Squid had was worse than an EA but I realise now that at least I don't have the gut wrenching FEAR that here will be an imminent PA. My bomb hit and I'm clearing up. I can draw around teh edges of the bomb damage nd we're sill alive and together.

Meanwhile Brown keeps hearing the nuke whistling but can't see where or when its gonna hit. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Much love Man. Walk away from this feeling **** and the pain you feel and have caused. Ain't NO sensible REASON for you to EVER do that again {{{{LINY}}}}

Anyway.... [idiot mode]

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 10:14 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Evening Liny - what job do you have in mind for me? I could do with the money! TT

Good Morning Idiotville!!!

Rise and shine!!

ng- let's hear our daily song!

yl- our quote please!

Jelly, well just be you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Everyone else, follow Jelly's lead!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

good morning idiots (sorry still no cheering ---- yet)

i just wanted to say hi to everyidiot and of course {{{HUGS}}}

Hey Robby - is everything ok?

Hey ST - that really wasn't a nice ting to say, it's good you're watching her cycle. LINY tends to watch my - and yes he does try to get that SF b/f - so i guess i have to keep around or else i'd never get a period again!!!

i'll try and read and caught up. anyway {{{Idiotville}}}.

Oh and i don't know about anyone else but, don't you just love when you post and it says "thanks for posting -we are now taking you back to idiotville" (thought i'd share <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Brown

G'morning Robby !

Do we have an Idiotville Vet?

I am just going to take my Mad border collie ,Murphy, out for a walk.

He doesn't **** in a pile like normal dogs, he rotates and leaves a "**** circle'. Makes it hard to pick up in a pooper scooper !

Any ideas? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 10:16 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

hi bob (thanks for your kind words)

LOL about murphy's problem (but i did lol for real).

Brown

{{{{brown}}}}

Anyway...never mind your broken heart, any ideas why my Border COllie **** in a circle ?

LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

* edited - crossed in the post Brown ! GLAD you LOL. Thought U could use one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> *

[ November 11, 2004, 10:17 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

bob maybe he is combining 2 of his favorite activities at once ******* and chasing his tail. or maybe he likes to see his progess.

B

[ November 11, 2004, 10:19 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Good morning, all.

I hope you have a great day. Must work a little today - but I'll stay on and check now and then.

{{{Idiots}}}

Morning all. Yay - No work today! To all you veteran's - thanks for serving!

What always gets me is that most vets don't get the day off.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 bob maybe he is combining 2 of his favorite activities at once ******** and chasing his tail. or maybe he likes to see his progess.

B <hr /></blockquote>LOL ! ( actually laughing ! )

Chasing his tail VERY SLOWLY ! LOL !

Until I had this dog I thought "crimping off a line" was a hairdressing term ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 10:20 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Potty humor. Ohhhhhh.

Where's my coffee?

GC

Mornin' Y'all!!

Robby - did you e-mail me the other day?? Doggone!!! I missed the "artwork" - WHEN are you guys gonna learn????!!!!! Keep it clean so the rest of us can enjoy it!!! SHEESH!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> BTW, in case y'all haven't figured it out, I guess I've become the pc police - though I will say, I have NOT and don't intend to call in the mods, seems they like to read us as much as everybody else!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Liny & Brown, glad to see you're both posting again...prayers for you both - it's never easy, but you can do it!

Let's see, quote for the day??

'Tis better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt. ~Abraham Lincoln

OK, well this IS Idiotville afterall - and, NO ONE is allowed to remain silent, it is NOT a right, you must speak!!!! NOW I SAY!!!! Rock on Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

~LemonDash -Proverbs 17:28 Evan a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise. (NASB)

PS - Brown, Bob - you guys are makin' me LAUGH, oh how it hurts to laugh - if I bust another stitch, I'm sending you guys the bill!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> j/k LOL - pooping in circles OMG!!! I once had a dog that had a wood deficiency, and he ate half our privacy fence <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> ...but never, NEVER have I seen/heard of a poochie like yours - that is just too funny!!!!

Oh, and Brown, please don't leave - you truly have a funny sense of humor!!!

GC - 3rd cup, comin right up - would that be one lump, or two?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> hehehe

[ November 11, 2004, 09:08 AM: Message edited by: YL ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
Robby - did you e-mail me the other day?? <hr /></blockquote>Not me! I don't have your address! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'll put it back up, but it won't last long!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh Cool!! Check it out!!! I've stalled this thread AGAIN!!!!

And, Liny thought he'd cornered the market on killing this thread!!! No Way Buddy - that pleasure is Mine All Mine!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

YL - check my other thread. I would value your opinion. Thanx

R - actually, you need to edit it from a page or two ago!! I saw it there, and thought maybe you'd e-mailed me - got two e-mails, one just like yours, except it had quotation marks around the first word like "xxxxx" - I was afraid it was a virus or something, so I deleted it without opening it...then, I saw your address, and said well, maybe? anyway, ok, thanks!

YL-

What do I need to edit? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Day off. Like a good idiot, I lit my fireplace as soon as I got up. Coffee and fire to steady me while I pack up my wife's fragile trinkets.

Hats off to all U.S. veterans! If any are reading... thank you.

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Kimmi - Still waiting for that recipe.

<hr /></blockquote>Believer - you're not one of those kitchen zealots who believe in actual measurements or anything???? Cause true enchilada sauce has no measurements - Infact, I've found my best recipes I've not really measured anything.....which totally blows Alton Brown and all his physics of cooking out of the water (tho he is grand entertainment - I'm still waiting for dh to build me a smoker like the one Alton made so I can smoke my own bacon). I'm one of those cooks that believes that if it smells good, it'll taste good except in the cases of vanilla extract and baking chocolate....lmao (has everyone else's kids tried that sneaky one....I remember doing it after school one day....and the last pkg of baking chocolate I opened had nibbles out of it that EXACTLY matched dd's gap from where the tooth fairy took a front tooth).

Here it is:

Make a roux - but not one with butter and flour, use a nice oil and flour. Add water to make a gravy - the mess'll look like papier mache paste at this point. Lower the heat to simmer. Addd chili powder till it's the color of the last enchilada gravy you had at your fav Mexican Taqueria. Add cumin till it smells good (doesn't take more than a few dashes). Add garlic powder - imo, you need enough to keep the vampires away for at least a week. Add onion powder. Now, back to when you made the roux/gravy....if you have no urge to add extra salt, use beef stock or chicken stock (or bullion) at the gravy stage. If you didn't have beef or chicken stock, at this point add salt TO TASTE.

I prefer my gravy meatless, but you can add cooked crumbled carne (beef or pork - carne means either, it just means meat) to your enchilada gravy. I do this when I'm making cheese enchiladas....but if I'm making beef, I don't put the carne in my sauce.

USE CORN TORTS for the enchiladas themselves. Here's the kicker (and it adds NO extra calories or heart cloggers or anything <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ): Before you roll your enchiladas, dip the torts on each side for a couple of min in hot oil. Don't fry them enough for them to be crunchy - just enough that they soak the oil up a bit. This'll keep them from sucking up your sauce and having dry enchiladas. Stuff them with your fav stuffing - my FAV is sharp cheddar cheese. Don't put the sauce on till right before you put them in the oven....and they only need to be in the oven long enough to melt the cheese. The kicker here - true enchiladas: Must have chopped fresh onions on top.....

Okay. I'm hungry now.

Thanks for the recipe. I'm learning to make all kinds of Mexican food. My roommate is from Oaxaca, and I am supposed to be teaching him English. So far, I'm learning Spanish.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Laughter is the best medicine <hr /></blockquote>Stick around KMEJ - we're full of it....laughter, that is....and quite possibly a few other things. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Bringing out the heavy machinery <hr /></blockquote>Aw ****. Someone bring out the lobotomy and beers....Robby's been watching too much Bob the Builder.

"Can we fix it???? Only if someone will help me bury the body."

[ November 11, 2004, 10:22 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />"bad" kids down the back of the class <hr /></blockquote>But we're so damn cute, Jen. You'll never be able to stay away from us...

BWAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You forget, sir, that we have seen your pic. You are not an ugly man, by far!
<hr /></blockquote>Shuddup already GC. You're fishin', and I don't want to take the bait.............OY VEY! Look in the mirror......

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Thinking of the SE makes me think about religion. Without getting too controversial... I'm agnostic. I love Christianity, and would give my left thumb to be able to get on board with it, but all that "rapture" stuff puts me off something awful.
<hr /></blockquote>Why did the dyslexic, agnoistic, insonmiac not be able to sleep?

He'd lay awake all night and wonder if there was a DOG!!!!!!!!!

Um. I'm so PUNNY. And there's this one I HAVE to share with my Idiotians - heard it on Spongebob this morning:

Why couldn't the 11 year old get into the pirate movie????

It was rated ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Holy moly, I SLAY ME!

NG - apparently GC is looking in the mirror, but he's using "fun house" mirrors instead of real ones! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

(How's that for not calling attention to him? Three posts about his good looks - that'll give him a complex for sure!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - check out page 39 and edit...edit...edit...unless you want the world to know?! Oh, and how DO you get a "tampabay.rr" mailbox??

Where's KY & ST this morning? Sleepin in, obviously! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh yah, and THANKS!! for the ench. recipe, NG!! Now I'm hungry too!!! Got some quesadillas in the freezer, I sure hope they freeze well, cuz, well, I'm off to munch!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

PSS - Starz - hope that made sense and helped...prayers & hugs my friend!!! {{{Starz}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Feel I need to prove myself-- <hr /></blockquote>Prove yourself or wear hair shirts and daily flog yourself with a cat o'nine tails? The reason I'm asking is because does Brown WANT you to take all joy or fun out of your life, or do YOU feel you need to do it in order to "prove" yourself.

Just a question. My dwh has little joy.....it's almost unbearable....and he feels this is his "pennance" for his sins. Unfortunately for me (and soon for him), I can't take his pennance for much longer.

Do you and Brown talk about your proof of yourself yet, or is it still to hard for both of you?

Just wondering, and you can tell me to zark off if you want. I do really, really like you both and am only asking out of concern.

- Kimmy

Well, just took Murphy for his walk & dried him off and YEP ! : He shat in a circle again.

Well more of a semi-helix really. Perhaps the dog is trying to tell me something about the nature of DNA with his doodoo?

Bizarre. My dog curl's 'em off in geometric patterns. I should sell the story to The national Enquirer "The cause of Cr@p circles dicovered in England " <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bob, you are just too much!!! poopy crop circles in England, indeed!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Day off. Like a good idiot, I lit my fireplace as soon as I got up. Coffee and fire to steady me <hr /></blockquote>Okay. Fire inside - bad, right? NO??? Northerners are weird.

Substitute Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper for the coffee, GC, and I'm off to your house so we can discuss paint swatches for your re-decorating. WHEN YOU DO RE-PAINT, you are under strict obligation to us to scan the swatches in so we can approve colors and style. I can't wait to re-do your bachelor kitchen so you can have your curries in style!

OK, legitimate, serious question, is the "c" word a bad word?? (I am being very honest, and sincere here, NOT trying to be smarty-pants, just a bit confused)

Diet cherry vanilla Dr. Pepper! There's truly such an animal?

I'm down with that colorful Latin stuff, but my bedroom stuff is dark brown wood and I dig earthy colors too.

I'm taking the paint and stain off the doors, trim, windows, e'ything. Starting over. My walls aren't even primed, and the maple floors will be refinished. The room will be a blank slate, all by the sweat o' my brow.

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Diet cherry vanilla Dr. Pepper! There's truly such an animal?
<hr /></blockquote>IT JUST CAME OUT....Toe curlin' good....if there could actually BE a diet pop that tastes wonderful, this'd be it!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm down with that colorful Latin stuff, but my bedroom stuff is dark brown wood and I dig earthy colors too.
<hr /></blockquote>Good about the Latin colors - it really never goes out of style, and is HUGELY classy.

How about since your br stuff is dark wood and nice light cafe au lat color for the walls? It would keep the room "warm" with the woods, but still airy....

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> My walls aren't even primed, <hr /></blockquote>By primed, you mean white? The reason I'm asking is (from experience) the terra cottas and reds take a metric TON of coats if the walls are white. Now, since your house is older, are you needing to prime with RID just in case of mold?

You have Trader Joes or World Market up there, right? You'll find huge amounts of in-expensive decor there - the best is on their sale aisle - I got ceramic knobs for my slut red cabinet for .99 for 2. They are colbalt blue with yellow flowers. Couple those with the slut red cabinet (I've got to say it...I just can't say cabinet - it's the whole title thingy), and it looks very latin and rustic.

- Kimmy

We have World Market here.

My walls are never-painted plaster, and last year we had the cracks taped and the walls skim-coated with drywall mud. It's wise to use primer on that stuff because it sucks up paint like a sponge.

Also put in a new ceiling (had to take down the textured ceiling, which just does not work in an 80yo house.

This is not a very idiot-like convo Kimmy.

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> This is not a very idiot-like convo Kimmy.
<hr /></blockquote>Sorry. You know how other girls get all excited about diamonds and manis and pedis??? I'm that way about paint swatches and home improvement. My idea of a great date is going to Home Depot or Lowes and pushing all the doorbells....(hehe)

How's that for idiocy?

Morning Idiots

I was settling down last night to chat to the nightshift when son kicked me off because he "needed" to use the computer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> So, that's why I disappeared.

Sorry to interrupt Kimmy and GC, you can now carry on talking about your paint swatches. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> j/k GC your house sounds really nice and Kimmy your decorating ideas sound very cool.

Jen

Gray and Kimmi -
I live in a real dump, but have fixed it up to be beautiful. The new look is less is more, very spartan. I threw tons of stuff out, and rearranged and painted. And I did it all with practically no money.
People come and look at my place and can't believe how it has changed. I got lots of stuff from garage sales and even from dumpster diving. It is easy to do if you have the interest.

Kimi - Do you know how to make carne asada ranchero? I'm attempting it today. I have the thin sliced beef, and added oranges, lemons, garlic, and onions to marinate.

Believer, do I know how to make WHAT.....? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

He he, that's a no. Although......I do make chilli using an American cookbook.

We cook all sorts of stuff here - Italian, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Pacific (lots of seafood), English, and NZ (which traditionally is baked (roasted) meat) and barbeques are a way of life all summer long.

I've looked at lots of cookbooks from the States and we cook most of what you cook and in the same way.

But you got me on the hasta la vistas. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

Jen

Jen - Carne asada is real thin sliced beef in a marinade which you then barbecue and eat in a tortilla. Very delicious and low fat too.

Oh.

Well, yes, we do cook something like that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Darn, now I have to go to work.

Life sure does get in the way of MB time.

Jen

hey idiots i feel so ....so ....***edited***. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> i had no idea that "c" word warranted an edit <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> . i thought LINY was the only potty mouth/typer amongst us (yeah right?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). now i can add Brown and Bob to the official potty typers hall of shame. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

what has this thread turned into?????

Brown

My darlin' Idiots (specially Weaver, b/c this one WON'T give her bairn night-woogies) - I was asked for a song for today...now my MOM didn't sing this one to me...my DAD did, but still...he only knew the too-rah-loo-rah-loo-rah verse, but it was very sweet....and enough of a good memory for me to look it up when Z was little so I could sing it for him:

Over in Killarney
Many years ago,
M'mother sang a song to me
In tones so soft and low.
Just a simple little ditty,
In her good old Irish way,
And I'd give the world if she could sing
That song to me today.

Too-rah-loo-rah-loo-rah, Too-rah-loo-rah-li,
Too-rah-loo-rah-loo-rahl, hush now, don't you cry!
Too-rah-loo-rah-loo-rah, Too-rah-loo-rah-li,
Too-rah-loo-rah-loo-rahl, that's an Irish lullaby.

Oft'n in dreams I wander
To that bed again,
I feel her arms a-huggin' me
As she did back then.
And I hear her voice a-hummin'
To me as in days o' yore,
When she used to rock me to sleep
Outside our cabin door.

Okay Robby - weren't you the one who asked?

Believer - I don't make asada - I make guisada - different gravy. I use stew meat (beef tips) for it...the gravy is...um...richer, for lack of better words (at least the versions here are - you do realize that locations changes the versions so much in this cuisine?).

Would you please ask your roomie how to make a good mole sauce? That was about the only thing I didn't get to learn from my mil. She made chicken mole for our wedding feast - and I don't think I've had it that good ever since.

- Kimmy

Okay, Kimmy, you just pulled me out of my usual lurkdom. Would you please, please, please post a copy of your recipe for carne guisada? This misplaced Texan has been wanting a recipe for this forever. Thank you so much. I already printed out a copy of your enchilada recipe. They just don't know how to make Tex Mex in the Pacific NW.

Songbird

GC - two words -- Kilz primer.

NG & Kiwi & company - Your carne asade over there sounds like our fajitas. But maybe not. The only thing I know about mole sauce is that it has chocolate in it. (Now that'll bring Jelly running here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Kilz - that's what I was thinking of....why'd I write RID??? Oh yeah. Bugwuggies (shudder). Again we had them, btw. That poor, poor baby. I put my Aussie 3 min. miracle conditioner on her hair....not only is the RID shampoo poison, it makes it impossible for you to comb her hair (she just cries...then I just cry...then we're both a mess and hugging each other - her telling me, "I's loves you mommy," and me saying "I'm so sorry baby, I love you so much, I'm so sorry." - on the Idiotville thread I CAN say I HATE her mom, right....if it's only because of the bugs...I HATE HER AND WHAT SHE REFUSES TO DO FOR my poor, sweet little girl. There. Done.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Your carne asade over there sounds like our fajitas <hr /></blockquote>It is, Starz. Till I actually married into a Hispanic family, I thought fajitas were those sizzling things you get at a Tex Mex place.....but my mill informed me that REAL fajitas are carne asada and guisada with peppers and onions cooked in.

Songbird - I've two ways to make guisada, my mil's recipe, which is the true way to make it, and the crock pot variety (but don't tell my mil, because she'd roll over in her grave).

To make mil's version

Take about 2-3 lbs beef tips (make sure they're cut into bite sized chunks) and boil in enough water to cover them. Didja see my comment about the garlic/vampires - live with it as a rule of life. Seriously. Add chili powder - can't tell you how much but I'd reckon it's tablespoons full vs. teaspoons. About 5-6 good shakes of cumin. Again, I use bullion or beef stock instead of water - makes everything richer, and you never have to add salt - if you do have to add salt, you might as well mainline the stuff cause you're addicted. Turn it down to a simmer and cook it till the water is just about all cooked away. Add 4-5 tbsp. flour - enough to coat the meat, then slowly add water till you got a good gravy.

If you want this to be "real fajitas" add sliced bell peppers (I use red AND green b/c there is a dif. in sweetness) and a whole sliced onion. Spoon it on a plate - proper eating of this mess isn't really in a taco....you break a piece of flour tortilla and use it as your spoon/scoop to eat it with your fingers and to sop up the gravy.

The cheating variety uses everything above only throw the mess in your crock pot (except the flour and veggies). Cook on the low setting till about an inch or two evaporates. Add the veggies. Make a cornstarch thickener (you know, like you're making gravy or stew) and throw it in till it becomes as thick as you like.

I'm a cheater, cheater, pumpkin eater, too....I sometimes throw a can of diced 'maters in the mess because I LOVE TOMATOES (why doanch marry it???)...but TRUE gui-as asada doesn't have maters.

Kimmy

Oh, Kimmy, I'm laughing so hard. I thought only my family said "maters"!

Thank you so much for the recipe! I'll try it tonight.

To the rest here in Idiotville, thanks for all the laughs throughout the day.

Songbird

Guess what I have in my hands? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ummmmmmmm.......a 5 gallon jar of movie theatre pickles?

No?

I've a craving, you see?

I give....if you say it's baby bear, his hair is freshly washed and he smells totally nummers, I'm gonna cry.....I wanna hold another baby (I just sent our two home).

Nope, guess again! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Okay.

Picasso's Nude Descending the Stairs?

YOU TOLD ME TO GUESS.

GASP! I know!

It's a life sized poster of Ted Nugent..............................

I'm afraid to guess - afraid the mods will get me !!!!

Is it soft and squishy or hard as a rock?

It's soft but not squishy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Um. Lessee. A puppy? I wanna puppy.

Nope, not alive, guess again! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's soft but not squishy, and it's not alive....is it edible?

If it's my pickle, I'm crawlin' thru the net and I think I can take you for it (this is me givin' you ojo).

- Kimmy

Soft, but not squishy, and not alive. Hmmmmmmmmm.

Not edible....

Soft may be a stretch too...

But it's not hard!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

....is "stretch" a hint?

Silly Putty?

Solid or liquid? Oh, wait would a liquid fall under "squishy?....but no, not really.

Oh....and silly putty falls into neither of those categories incase someone attempts to call me on that....it is viscous....totally different horse.

Hey! Other girls had posters of Van Halen...I had a pic of Bill Nye the Science Guy... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> But don't tell.

Robby, whatever it is, put it down !! And quit that, you'll go blind!!!

I'm going home. I just posted on MT3B's thread to her dwh - OY. I think DJed the h-e-doublehockeysticks enough.

Robby if you don't tell us by morning.....no chocolate for a year!

brown: "Well, if anything, his fingers will be numb and won't be able to type!"

Put that dang thing down, Robby and tell us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

(Hi idiots!!!!!!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

KiWiJ: I forwarded your post to Onlywords email address. She started one up to post to RAP and BV, but neither has posted in awhile. I haven't heard from NCW lately either. I know he's busy, but I hope and pray things are working out for them. (BV too.)

I'd like if Onlywords hung out in Idiotville too, but she gets too curious about other threads, gets drawn in and then gets upset. So it's just easier for her not to read here. She's been in such a good mood lately (well at least the last week and a half) and she has been a real joy to be around. I think it's even helped her cooking. She's a good cook (when she wants to be)!

[ November 11, 2004, 06:01 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Hey, guys.

Robby, I have a guess, is it Eric? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

brown and Bob, you both had me cracking up over the dog poo. LMAO-funny

Oh and Justess,
Welcome to Idiotville
Robby is the Mayor,
and I guess we share the power. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Let's see, you all ready found a job. I hope you work on commission. I know you don't read for "fun" but don't you think we are a bit funny? Also, are you a man or a woman?

Liny, glad to see you posting. Hugs for you, I'm really pulling for your recovery, in all areas.

I feel so darn bad for brown, it must be so hard for her, time and time again, over and over, my heart really goes out to her, brown I feel your pain, I was once in your shoes, I once dated a man just like Liny, he was so not funny either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Seriously though, really, I can be hugs to you both {{{LrownY}}}

I GOT THE BOOK!!!

Sheesh!!

You guys ARE Idiots!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Who you calling an Idiot??

And what book? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

5 Love Languages...

NOT holding out much hope at this time though... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Oh, good Robby. Now you just have to read it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But no fair, a book is not soft.

Weaver, we have seen that movie, I don't remember it though, must be my age. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Also we just watched one about Paradise, it wasn't that good, but it was in MI.

Starz, I read your thread. I have no words of wisdom ( i know, period, but) for you at this time. Please know I pray for you nightly. I'm really hoping your foggy H comes to his senses very soon.

Robby, you were very funny today, did your therapist give you a cocktail? I missed the finger, or I'm assuming that is what it was, but I see Justess didn't. That is funny.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> NOT holding out much hope at this time though... <hr /></blockquote>At least you are positive, that all work in your favor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 07:59 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:

But no fair, a book is not soft. <hr /></blockquote>It's the soft-cover version!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> , lose my name, or the graphics, guilt by association. J/K

You are such a rule breaker. Have you been in jail? Prison?

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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

You are such a rule breaker. Have you been in jail? Prison? <hr /></blockquote>NOT in this country!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dang, that Justess is quick. Thanks for waiting til I seen it though, buddy, or girlfriend.

Okay Robster, I must go to bed, read your book, let me know if it is any good. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good night Justess, good night Idiotville, sweet no trigger dreams.

Night, Night JellyBing!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now where'd the rest of ya go?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hey believer!

I also preordered Gary Chapman's next book! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dear Friend of Borders,

Thanks for your pre-order. For future reference, your pre-order number is: 6446

On November 11, 2004, you pre-ordered:

1 copy of "Hope For The Separated "
by Chapman, Gary
List Price: $12.99 (does not reflect any in-store discount)
Availability: Not yet published - pre-order now January, 2005

you will be notified when this title is available for pickup at:

The store, stupid!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the store directly.

Do I have to read these or just sleep with them under my pillow? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 11, 2004, 09:36 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Believer's over reading about mom and dad to 3.

Where is the night shift?

Night shift reporting for duty, maaam!

Jen

'bout time!!!

Grab a mop!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Make me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, you ADMITTED you'd been to NZ.

I saw it, I saw it.

Jen

Robby - You not only have to read them, but do what they say to do.

Hi Jen - Glad you finally made it.

Yeah, I'm here, you're here, Robby's here, where's everyone else?

Did you make your fajitas. As soon as Kimmy said fajitas, I realised that's what they were. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I think the Five Languages of Love book is just what I'm looking for too.

I'm so p'd off at d23b I can't write there. If I can zopnikking do it, so can he. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Jen

You go Jen - but it doesn't do any good to drive him away. He needs to be here posting and getting support.

That's why I like being with a bunch of Idiots - everyone here is so forgiving.

We're pretty cool aren't we?

So, DID you make the fajitas?

Jen

Where'd Robby go? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> If we're the kids at the back of the class, he's our ringleader. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LINY, I can see you lurking about. Hyeh hyeh.

I was only teasing about the tight a** stuff. I was HORRIBLY tight a**ed for years, then I wasn't and look where that got me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

Jenny...thanks for the invite...looks kind of long <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:

That's why I like being with a bunch of Idiots - everyone here is so forgiving. <hr /></blockquote>My offer to celly still stands...

Need help packing? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Can I move in? I'm an idiot too. I allowed my WW to go to a hotel to "think things through" and recently learned she is spending the time with the OM.

Misn'tF

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Move on in!!!

NOW GET A JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Chris, you think this is long. The last one got to nearly 5000 posts but it was deleted by the moderators because the (lovely) young guy who started it is having custody troubles and his posts, I'm guessing, were going to be used against him.

Chirs, I am so pleased to see you back here.

Everyone, meet Chris, we've been through a lot together. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

What if I can't find a job? Do you need a town bum?

Thanks Jen...we did go through a lot....boy I'm glad that's behind us

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ:
 Chris, you think this is long. The last one got to nearly 5000 posts but it was deleted by the moderators because the (lovely) young guy who started it is having custody troubles and his posts, I'm guessing, were going to be used against him.

<hr /></blockquote>Kiwi-

I know you're trying to be nice, but the above statement is not true...

Celly closed the thread out of spite. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

That being said...

Welcome Chris...

Get a JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ahh, MIF, I'm sort of town bum because I drift in and out of here. But I also have the dubious title of town nympho. Don't know how I got that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

Who's hiring???

AAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Had a post all ready to go...mentioning that I find it "odd" that in the past week, been kicked off MB quite a bit...and what happens? Get kicked off!

Hey idiots.

Can I be the town gigilo?

Let's see....try to be quick before I get logges off the ISP again.

Counter restarted: completed my first full day, no gambling. (The root of my problems: learned to lie real good trying to hide my gambling.)

Been a long day...don't really want to get into it--gamblong issue--not EA issue.Anyway, mentioned my youngest D's behaviour to IC--said pica. Looked it up. Not good. PMD call first thing tommorrow. (No other developmental stunts, though. Hopefully, just a "pase." But, definite signs of OCD already. We'll see.) Just another kick in the groinal area and wake up call to what I've been doing and how I've been hurting, not just brown, my D's as well. (Even my sons.) I want this demon rid of once and for all.

Think I'll just hang out in Idiotville for awhile. Not sure if I'll be accepted outside of city limits.

Robby...Aren't you up passed your bedtime?

Hi kiwi!!!! {kiwi}

Welcome chris..get off that unemployment line already, will ya?

welcome mif. We have the town s1ut already, so it could be "corner rights" at stake. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 welcome mif. We have the town [edit before just does] "slovenly woman" already, so it could be "corner rights" at stake. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>

Hey Liny!!

I missed you, in a weird way!!

Brown is a real strong woman! I'm glad to see you're identifying your issues. I think you're on the right path!

Wanna bet?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ok, well I'll keep looking.

I don't have a job. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Welcome to our new New Zealander. Hey hey, I'm off to bed. There's an estate sale a couple of houses down from me in the morning, and I have to be there at 7:00, checkbook in hand!

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I don't have a job. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I guess weatherman is too obvious. How 'bout, "Letter Turner"?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Wanna bet?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I deserved that, didn't I?!?!?

Good to see your back (in form.) Oh, that's right, you never had form! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Touche'!

MIF...what are you good at?

gc, you freak!!

You're the band!!

Out on the road for forty days
Last night in Little Rock, put me in a haze
Sweet, sweet Connie was doin' her act
She had the whole show and that's a natural fact

Up all night with Freddie King
I got to tell you, poker's his thing
Booze and ladies, keep me right
As long as we can make it to the show tonight

We're an American band
We're an American band
We're comin' to your town
We'll help you party it down
We're an American band

Four young chiquitas in Omaha
Waitin' for the band to return from the show
A feelin' good, feelin' right and it's Saturday night
The hotel detective, he was outta sight

Now these fine ladies, they had a plan
They was out to meet the boys in the band
They said, "Come on dudes, let's get it on!"
And we proceeded to tear that hotel down

We're an American band
We're an American band
We're comin' to your town
We'll help you party it down
We're an American band

We're an American band
We're an American band
We're comin' to your town
We'll help you party it down
We're an American band

[break]

We're an American band
We're an American band
We're comin' to your town
We'll help you party it down
We're an American band

We're an American band
We're an American band
We're comin' to your town
We'll help you party it down
We're an American band

We're an American band (whooo)
We're an American band (whooo)
We're an American band (whooo)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BTW: brown is having a "Holy Grail" viewing/party tommorrow--you are all welcome (while I'm at work---GGGGRRRRRR!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> )

brown

What's a holy grail viewing party??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Where's Bob?!?!?!?

Monty Python, dimwit!!!!!!!!!! But, *you* are mayor and *I'm* NOT!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

"It's just a flesh wound....I'll bite your ankles"

(Seriously, robby, you wanna laugh your a$$ off for an hour and a half, go to the library tommorrow and borrow it for the weekend!)

Why you up so late?!?!?!?

I OWN it...

just too drunk to see straight!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hopin' you're in the middle of a four day weekend!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

LINY I just arrivd in London for an all day meeting <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Nice 2.5 hour drive to start the day too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Listened to 'republic' on teh way down. What a GREAT album !!! I want " regret" played at my funeral ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Be happy br'a. I'll check in it' cha later.

manly hugs X

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Hey, guys....
Liny, glad to see you posting. Hugs for you, I'm really pulling for your recovery, in all areas.

I feel so darn bad for brown, it must be so hard for her, time and time again, over and over, my heart really goes out to her, brown I feel your pain, I was once in your shoes, I once dated a man just like Liny, he was so not funny either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Seriously though, really, I can be hugs to you both {{{LrownY}}} <hr /></blockquote>ky - I know I've been/I'll be emotional for a while (waiting for Wellbrutrin to kick in - like 3 weeks). I was crying after reading you post .... yes LMAO .... ***thanks***

(and whose doin' my job while I'm on 'vacation'???? we know LINY can't - cause he's not funny (j/k Hon) is there anybody up to the task??? chickens!!! I have to go my 'other' job now - but i wanna hear some cheers at my return)

Oh and I'm all alone in Idiotville.

Brown

I'm so not the perky type, so I will have to pass on the offer to do Brown's job. I'm thinking we will just wait for that Welbutrin to kick in. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> completed my first full day, no gambling. <hr /></blockquote>Liny, I'm so darn proud of you, you did it, now just do it again. Let us know how the second day goes. We will be waiting to hear. Maybe if we all wait for the answer that somehow will give you incentive.

I believe here in Idiotville castoration is the consequence for gamblers. Like my good friend Nike use to say, Just do it!!!

Good morning lovely little town.
JellyBing

Good Morning Idiotville.

Good Morning Brown

(((BROWN)))

It is a wonderful 21 degrees this morning with a high of 48 BRRRRRRRRRRR.

BP- I read your posts on your dogs problem and I may have a cure. Try feeding him dog food with more SOY in it. I am sure he won't make it around in a circle. You may be able to teach him to write his name <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> So is he left pawed or right which way does he turn to <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> We (KY & Myself) found this hilarious <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I hope you all have a great trigger free day <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

ST, good morning. Your boy pi$$ed all over me this morning, and our bed, I woke to a puddle all over me. So, I'm doing lots of extra wash. He is now bathed and running around naked and loving it. He is just like his daddy, in every way. Have a great day, Love.

K

completed my first full day, no gambling.

Liny - right on brother!!!! You go guy!!!!

As you may or may not know, my mom was a gambler, gambled me entire inheretance away she did (well what me darling BIL didn't steal that is). But she was the most gracious, most loving and generous woman I have ever known. So I have an inkling of the devastating pull of this nasty addiction. But you can do it, cuz you the man!

Now that said, if you ever talk to that OW again, I'll kill ya! Me and the rest of idiotville are gonna come lookin for ya, and it won't be pretty!

Sorry for your rough morning honey. I am not sure how to take the coment of he is so much like me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I sent you a couple e-mails also.

(((LINY)))

Great job man you can do it. Just take it one day at a time man baby steps <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good Morning Weaver. Any snow yet? A high of 37 for you today enjoy it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

Yes, snow on the ground this morning. I'm sure the hunters are happy about that, they wished for this I know! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Good morning KY! Potty train that boy why don't ya! Glad I had a girl, there much quicker you know, in all areas <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Evening from Asia all you idiots. Just had a call from my separated WH. He has gone to Spain to sort out some house problems there. He took shorts and teeshirts expecting sunshine and guess what - it's 6 degrees centigrade, non-stop rain and hailstones. Why am I not sad <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> . TT

NIKE (in a high pitched voice) "Just do it"

OK, for you Brown:

Rah, Rah, Rah
Sis, Boom, Bah

Kick him in the....

Oops, maybe I better not go there.

Take care and hope things are looking better for you guys! Patience is the key.

Mornin' Y'all!!

LINY!!! It's been said, but GREAT JOB man!!! Keep up the good work! - One day at a time, and you can do it!!!

Brown - Honey, you're the bestest cheerleader we've got - we'll hold the spot open, and you can get back to it as soon as you're ready! Q - if you don't want to answer, you don't have to, but was wondering, Why did you stop your Welbutrin? Did you do it by yourself or with help of Dr.? I'm on XL 150, and thought I'd just stop it after the surgery, thinking my female problems were most of the cause, but I got really cranky really fast, so I decided that the few days I didn't have it maybe weren't such a good idea, and I've started it back...at any rate, good luck on them kicking in faster - maybe since you've already had them in your system it won't take as long as it did the first time!

KY - Mornin JellyBing - had to laugh about the wet bed - I was a "bad" girl, and I kept Jessi in a diaper at night until she could control it during the day, though I will say, she did wet the bed about once every couple of weeks even after she could control it, so I don't know if it was the right thing to do or not...I will say she's gotten better, and now she cries out before she has to go, so as long as I can wake up enough to not say "OK, she didn't really need me" and get up and take her to the potty, she hasn't had an accident in a couple of months...(crossing fingers and praying I didn't just "Jinks" us!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

ST - Mornin Dude! Sorry 'bout the 21 degrees - since I haven't see Robby's weather report today, I'll bump it for him - high of 84 today, 63 expected tonight - BTW, Maybe you guys could come down here and help Robby out with his rent thing, then you'd have a warm winter - he can go snow with you guys in May! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh, and I didn't know the "c" word was that bad either - that was why I was asking...funny, cuz I was checking out another thread, and their words were worse than the "c" word, yet they'd not gotten edited. OH Well!

Mornin Justuss - figured I'd welcome you here too - didn't want you to think we were pickin on ya! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Post if you'd like, we wouldn't mind, we're pretty equal oportunity ijuts around here, and hey, the more the merrier, right? OH well, we all make mistakes, just helps to laugh while your digging yourself out of them, know what I mean?

To the rest of Idiotville, a top of the morning to ya - gotta go back and re-read some of that stuff so I can respond to it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OH, Starz is right, Kilz primer is the bomb-diggity, but, and that's a BIG BUT...USE PLENTY OF VENTILATION - that stuff has a POWERFUL scent - well, stinch is more like it - it takes a day or so to get it out too...ask the paint store if they can put the "smell go away" additive in it - I forget the name of it, but I know they have it, just can't remember if they can put it in the Kilz or not.

OH, and (I say that a lot, don't I - sheesh!!) anyway, they also have an additive that can make the paint dry SUPER fast - but you have to spray it on - it's the stuff they use to paint ceilings in really tall buildings, like malls, it dries in minutes, and by the time the spray splatters reach the ground, they're a weird looking powder...OK, enough paint trivia for the day....

Here's the quote for today...

The most frustrating thing in the world, is when the key to success does not fit in your ignition!

~LemonDash, signing out - hey, what was my job again? I can't go back and check it, now I've forgotten - I was the Road Commissioner, but RH came in and had more experience, so I resigned, did I go back to City Manager? Or was that someone else - oh well...

PS - Welcome to the newbies - lot's of fun here, just keep your boots on, it usually gets a little deep! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Lurkers!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

6 degrees centigrade!!!

That's like ... umm... really... umm.... HOT!!

Let's see ...

6 x 9 = 54

54 / 5 = 10.8

10.8 + 32 = 42.8 F

Well it's warmer than Michigan!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

TT - that is just too funny - sorry for his bad luck...ok, not really - sorry, just couldn't lie! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good evening to you! Don't feel bad about going to sleep when we're just getting rolling good - I, like you, usually only catch the first few posts of the day, then I chime in, then I can't get back to it, and it bumps 5-8 pages by the next morning! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Oh well, more interesting than the local news, right?

Nighty-Night TummyTuck, sleep tight! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Good Morning Comrads <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

*****edited b/c I love you guys*****

[ November 12, 2004, 08:04 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Hey YL, how are you?

TummyT, good night, have a great sleep.

Robby, you will be seeing a very dramatic exit line from the Queen, if we are all required to do math.

ST, the kids just asked to go outside. Should I send them??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I don't think it's against the law, don't the schools send them out unless it is 10 degrees or less??? The frost in our grass is very, very crisp. It's beautiful though, from the window.

Weaver, you nut, you all ready have snow. YUCK!!!

Robby, are you gluttoning for punishment, or just trying to get us shut down?

Hey KY! I'm doing OK...thanks for askin!

Sending the kids out at 21 degrees? well, are you going out with them, or watching from the window, cuz in all the tv shows, you see the kids outside and the Mum inside, and I think that'd be perfectly fine, but then again, the last time I saw snow, I was about 6 or 7yo, and it melted by 9am, so maybe I'm not the one to be answering! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Weaver - can you post pics?? How neat to see snow and it isn't even Thanksgiving yet!! (can you tell I'm from the South?) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

You started it! Pointing out there are multiple standards for different threads. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Besides, I think it's a beautiful song! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby it's going to be a sad day in Idiotville the day you get kicked off these boards.

Stop aggrevating!!!!

BTW, LMAO

I did not "start" anything!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I simply made an observation, and to tell the truth, I was/am a little disappointed that I didn't get an answer to my question...I try to be an upstanding citizen here in Idiotville, and was a little taken aback by the edit...I don't think it's the best word to use, 'specially if you're using it for slang, but it was being used for what it was, so I didn't see why it would have been edited...I was asking an honest and sincere question, and I got ignored. (I sometimes hate that you can't tell emotions and tones on the computer - kindof looses it's impact for certain statements, ya know...maybe this will help <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> )
OK, crawling off my soapbox now, I'd put it away, but I can't lift the stinking thing!!

Oh oh Robbie, you are in trouble now, oh boy!

YL unknowingly asked a silly Q <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey Weaver - can you post pics?? How neat to see snow and it isn't even Thanksgiving yet!! (can you tell I'm from the South?) <hr /></blockquote>NO, hahahah, she can't, hahhaha, scanners haven't made it that far North yet. She can't even send a picture of her beautiful self.

You can still get soda for a quarter up there, and in theatres, Top Gun.

I edited it already!!

sheesh!!

YL-

didn't mean to ignore your Q. I didn't want to touch it with a ten foot poll. I thought I missed something when you asked about the "c" word! Guess not! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good grief YL, what C word did you use anyway?

And no I can't post pictures of the stupid, ugly snow! Good Grief - Southerners! Humph!

I'm going to beat you up KY!

LOL Weaver, sorry!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK, KY, I got it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> But, YOU can post pics, and I'd love to see some of that icy stuff, 'K!!

And, yah, Southerners!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I/We were thinking about taking a vaca trip to see snow over the Christmas holidays, but too many "hurricane" days, and now my surgery, and neither the kids nor H have enough vacation days to make it a good trip! H went through snow in Cali 2 yrs ago, but unfortunately, he slept through it, his Brother was driving, so no pics for me!

As for the "c" word, the question wasn't to Robby, it was to Justuss, now I'm afraid I'll get edited... the "c" word - the other word for poo, or the "cleaner" version of the "s" word, if it's used as a slang - you know, UGH!!! ****!!! Is that a bad word?????

[ November 12, 2004, 11:57 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I am going to bed now but wondered if there is a position in Idiotville for a bra-fitting model because that really is my job!! Told you I'm an idiot. Try on the bras at the factories before they go into production. It's fun. I get a bit jealous when you lot have these deep meaningful conversations and I don't even know which C word you are all talking about. Is it the really bad one that ends in a T?

I think the Russian language is simply beautiful. Iâ€™d love to learn how to speak it. Iâ€™m half Hungarian. My grandmother fed the Russian officers in Czechoslovakia during WWII.

I know a lot of Russians now. Very passionate people. Ever been to a Russian dinner? Lots of food and lots of vodka. And they last at least 5 hours! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I played poker in Moscow during my Semester at Sea. I must have lostâ€¦ I woke up with a huge headache and empty pockets! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm going to beat you up KY!
<hr /></blockquote>You have to catch me first, Grandma. I have a car, (a motorized vehicle with 4 wheels powered by gas)I'm guessing the horse and buggy will never catch me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

G'Night TT - and NO!!!!! I HATE THAT WORD!!!!! Not in my vocab AT ALL!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by tummytuck:
 wondered if there is a position in Idiotville for a bra-fitting model because that really is my job!! Told you I'm an idiot. Try on the bras at the factories before they go into production. It's fun.<hr /></blockquote>TT- LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

THAT IS THE COOLEST JOB EVER!!!

The job is yours!! I need help on Tuesdays!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ST, that answers our Q, TummyT, is a woman, or is he????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

YL-

See!! That's exactly what I thought you meant!! Thought your pain meds may have fuzzied your mind a bit! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ooh, a bit testy this a.m. aren't we?

Good morning, Idiotville. It's sweater weather here - that's not usual, and lasts only a few days, usually, then we're back to shorts and sleeveless stuff. That's why we all keep colds around here - The temperature is so erratic.

Looking forward to my first session with Steve next Wednesday. I so need help. I'm rather excited about it, actually. Should have done it months ago. Then figured out it's cheaper than my lawyer, so why not????

Yah, Robby, RIGHT!! No, honest, it was edited out of like 3 posts, so I thought, well, ok, maybe it is a bad word, so I asked the question, and Justuss didn't respond, guess I'll never know now...maybe it's a perspective thing...I have some great friends who refuse to use that word, but insist on saying "Hockey" - I'll never look at a puck the same again! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

That's great Starz! Could he give you any advice over the tele or do you have to wait to your session? Does that mean you have a game plan now, or are you in a holding pattern until your meeting with him?

{{{Starz}}}

Morning starz!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Luck with Steve!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

YL-

tele is a TV, right?

And we're still ok with panties and poo, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

No, R - "tele" in this context is a phone - come on now, I know we're in Idiotville, but, I mean, really!!!!

Oh, and I don't know about those words - I've learned to laugh at the first, thanks to my Idiotville friends that will just NOT let a sleeping dog lie...but, well, I guess it's up to the editors what's ok and what's not - thinking out loud to self, I wonder if they'll give us a list of the questionable words...I think I can figure out the most obvious, and I try not to have a potty mouth, trying to leave that behind and by the grace of God, it'll be smooth sailin...oh well, WHO KNOWS!!!!?????

Crap! I broke my calculator.

[ November 12, 2004, 03:23 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

ST
BP- I read your posts on your dogs problem and I may have a cure. Try feeding him dog food with more SOY in it. I am sure he won't make it around in a circle. You may be able to teach him to write his name So is he left pawed or right which way does he turn to We (KY & Myself) found this hilarious

soy ? SOY ? In DOGfood ? In England we don;t even have soy in CHINESE food yet !!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[doo doo reference warning]

When I was a kid there used to be a 'hazard' of crumbly white dogs eggs on the park when we were playing soccer.

I had wondered as an adult why I don;t see these anymore. I considered a lot was it -
* An effect of pollution or climate change?
* Has a new race of super pigeon evolved that no longer needs to suck all the goodness out of regular dawgdood, leaving just the husk ?

In truth the solution came to me courtesy of my Border Collie murphy again.

While I was walking him last week he ( as usual) started his "crab walk Cr@p" action only to leave ....a crumbly white line, like the one painted down the centre of Route 66.Murphy ate a marrowbone the day before ! AHHHHHHHH ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

See ? Folks don't feed dogs on bones anymore, just "soy" dog food substitute ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> That, and the absence of stray dogs nowadays means we don't get the crumbly Dood ! ta daaaaaaa !

My odg might be crazy but hes not stupid <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[/doodoo]

Re: triggers I'm cool ST. I have to drive past "the" hotel ever time I drive to HQ like today.I have to get past it. I'm just saddened by how seedy and unromantic it is <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Got a NICE text from Squid this morning - she loves me - so triggers all fogotten for a while <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Keep that girl O' yourn in check, kay ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

YL - it will be a phone counseling session. So I think he will give me advice at that time. The only time I could use was at 6 a.m. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> What was I thinking?

I could have had an afternoon or evening session with Jennifer, but I really eventually want my H to talk to them, too, and I believe he will be more open and respond to a man better than a woman. I don't think recovery can happen until something gets through to him and he is willing to accept counseling, too. So pray real hard. They say Steve will tell me how to approach H about phone counseling. So I will wait until then.

***! I broke my calculator.

I think what you meant to say was -

Feces! I broke my calculator and now the bowel movement is really going to hit the fan, when I don't have that number 2ee report done! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I absolutely refuse to use the term "doodoo".

[ November 12, 2004, 11:51 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Starz - prayers for you are definitely in my future! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Bob - just love those poo stories - LOL!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH - yup, you got it!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

SO, where'd everybody else go? I can finally sit up longer than a couple of hours, and you've all left me for your "real" jobs - WAH!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

OH, and Bob - what have I done today to make ME proud - haven't lost my temper OR said anything bad about anybody - and I've been out of bed for about 3 hours now!!! Even managed to get both kids to the busstop EARLY today!! (Quite a feat with my morning crew!!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Weaver said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I absolutely refuse to use the term "doodoo". <hr /></blockquote>oops. I know what you mean.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi YL, glad you're feeling better, and good to have you back. You can have the Road Commissioner job, I'll be one of your minions.

Sorry Weaver - guess you were posting whilest I was typing - but yah, you got it too!! Sorry 'bout your report! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{Idiotville peeps}}}}

Morning. "The tank is clean."

Hey KY & ST...No ****, I did too this morning! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> (The adult version of "*** *****." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ) Yesterday, brown told me I *yelled* at someone in my sleep. Maybe tonight, I'll start sleepwalking again.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />When I was a kid there used to be a 'hazard' of crumbly white dogs eggs on the park when we were playing soccer.<hr /></blockquote>On "the Island" it's geese **** we have to avoid.

Speaking of which (yes I'm tattling! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )...how did RH get away with the actual word and bob and brown get edited with the @????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />...castoration...<hr /></blockquote>So glaud yu ar a gud speeler, YK!

YL! I'll answer for brown...she was doing great (for the most part) off of the SR150 wellbutrin (took herself off with IC permission) but ******* (me) gave her a "few" gut punches to deal with. She really didn't want to go back on...it's really up to me when she gets off! (Hmmm, just reread that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) Well, that's true too.

Hugz to all of you! Thanks for helping brown and me get through this. We WILL!

[ November 12, 2004, 11:54 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

RH - UGH!! You can have it - only reason I got it was cuz I was so "familiar" with DOT!! LOL j/k - I really only had one, ok, well two run-ins - one in AZ, no offense to those guys, but they can keep their border control!!! I only got up to pee two miles back, and when truck immediately slowed to a stop again so quickly I thought something was wrong, so I peeked out of the sleeper and without a thought, H said - sit down and get your seat belt on - well, being a good wife, and realizing we were next in line at the window, I did - guess what, I got us shut down for 8 hours cuz I was supposed to be in the sleeper - but, you can't argue with those guys, least he was in a good mood, and I'd recently showered!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> NO, I'm not saying he was playing favs, but, well the guy behind us almost got locked up, AND he walked out with almost $1500 in log violations - we only got 8 hours!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> And, the other time was in Cali - at Banning - I got the green light and a wave through by one guy, and his buddy, like a dummy (did I say that?) (well, yah, he was keep reading, you'll agree) - he heard the other guy say "Go on" (I know he had to've heard it cuz I heard it over the reefer and the engine) anyway, the one guy gives me the green light, waves and says "Go on" and the other guy steps out IN FRONT OF ME!!!! Hello!!!!!! My H says I'm the only driver he's ever seen that can lock ALL the brakes without squealing them, burning them up, and WITHOUT loosing control - did that when a guy did an illegal U-turn in MS one sunny afternoon - 65 mph to about 15 in less than 1/4 mile - no sliding, no skidding (least wise not in my seat <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) and didn't even run over him - even managed to get on the LOUD horn!!! Guy following us had to stop at next rest area and change his drawers, then he shook my hand and said "I'll never say another thing about your driving - joking or not - you are my hero!!"

OK, nuff 'bout that - just thought I'd share, figured you were the only one who'd get it - or at least understand it! Thanks for the memory! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi Liny! - Thanks for the answer - yah, I'm guessing that it's kindof hard to get off of - the dosage isn't so strong, but it really does take the edge off, I didn't realize how much, until I stopped taking it. {{{Brown&Liny}}}

Ah sugar!

Looks like no one else is coming into the office today so I actually have to work! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

SUGAR, SUGAR, SUGAR!!!!

That ought to make you happy Liny, someone else actually has to work at work today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So tah tah idiots! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bye Weaver!

Looks like it's time for me to spill myself outta this chair - been in it too long now!

See you later Idiotville!!

She has just come so far...she desn't "need" this ****. Doesn't really "need" me. BUT, I affect her with every choice I make and have made. Really, I forced brown back on them. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

[ November 12, 2004, 12:01 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Can I be the town gigilo?
<hr /></blockquote>The town tart says no....

But then, I'm also nurse and the town crunchy (granola) person....so we could vote?

Thanks weaver...but, I work when everyone's on here!!!!! I'll add that to my list of why I have to get back to D/S. (Only 6 of my ees are supposed to be in today, though.)

YL-Two years ago I was pulling the fifth wheel through Mississippi - H was asleep - and two dorkhead motorcycle riders pulled in front of me and going very slowly. Had to slam on brakes to avoid them. Couldn't stop fast enough- couldn't move over - car behind me - Car behind me had a blowout and came close to hitting the divider wall. Finally one of the riders looked back and saw what was happening and just barely pulled over in time to avoid being hit. Other cyclist never even looked around. Had nightmares for months. Haven't driven the truck and fifth wheeler since. Another thing to make H unhappy and think I am useless. Oh, well, what's one more thing?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm so not the perky type <hr /></blockquote>Nuh-uh.

Oh - we're talking about 'tude...............

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

SETTLE DOWN ST!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Why am I not sad . TT
<hr /></blockquote>TT - (this is totally evil of me) But maybe because it'll make them crawl up so far he'll need a flashlight and map to dig them back out....(bwahahahah)

Funny, (not haha) how my last accident "involved" a motorcycle: "driving" on the world's largest parking lot (the L.I.E.) and boob in front of me slammed on her brakes (55 to 0 in 10 is commonplace on the LIE.) Me being the ever-observant driver I am, had noticed for awhile a "dorkhead motorcyclist" (And NOT a HOG--they generally know how to ride) tailgating me. So, in a split second had visions of him flying over my car onto my hood so decided to not slam, but "apply" the brakes and tap the car in front. Well, it wasn't a tap. But I guess it was better than the possibility of someone flying over my car.

OK idiots...gotta do some stuff before work. I'll check in after work. Have a great day/weekend everyone.

"Day two is underway!"

NG? "Evil"?!?!?!

NEVER!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Five years ago at this very minute, I was receiving an epidural so I could endure the pain of pushing a very large-headed, 8.14 lb baby boy, who has the most gorgeous shade of chocolate brown eyes out into the world.

Above mentioned child crawled into my bed while his daddy got ready for work today and hugged me and told me he loved me even tho I had dragon breath (he's gonna be SUCH a ladies man.....oy!). I told him that it was because I ate pickles and popcorn last night while watching Who Framed Roger Rabbit with him. He told me no, it's because I was sleeping, duh....then he said he loves me anyway.

I sent him to school with Spiderman cupcakes and Spiderman Noisemakers (Jel - I saw you cringe - I asked the daycare ladies' permission first). His papa told him we could go ANYWHERE he wanted to eat tonight (thinking, I'm certain like I was, we can choke down Mickey Ds a couple of times per year). Then darling son's sister reminded him of the Rat's Place (aka Chuck E. Cheeses)....remind ME to string her up and beat her like a pinata....so the Rat's place it is! Heck, the boy is more than worth the petit mal seizure I might have brought on by the lights and pinging noises.......................(not really...but I might WISH for a petit mal by the end of the night).

- Kimmy

happy birthday little Nio. XOXO

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Day two is underway!"
<hr /></blockquote>Give me a L
Give me a I
Give me a N
Give me a Y

What's that spell? Anybody, what's that spell?

Oh ****, you Idiots, it spells Liny, now say it with me, LINY, say it again, LINY, who's gonna win, LINY (ooh, bad form)

I guess I should just leave the poms til brown is better.

Hey all, YL, look at you, posting like a machine. Guess your healing fine. Glad to see it, well, not actually see it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> , but hear it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 12, 2004, 12:03 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

1 more hour till the weekend starts <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
WOOOOHOOOOOOO!!

YL- Hows the play pen <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Snug as a Bug?

KY- Get those kids to work on those leaves <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Five years ago at this very minute, I was receiving an epidural so I could endure the pain of pushing a very large-headed, 8.14 lb baby boy, who has the most gorgeous shade of chocolate brown eyes out into the world.
<hr /></blockquote>Hurts kinda like stubbing your toe from what I hear <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What are you getting the little guy for his birthday? A skateboard? or scissors to cut his brothers hair j/k <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Relax j/k means JOKE!

Bob,
Soy as in Soybeans not as in soy sauce you idiot <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It loosens the poo up <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

[ November 12, 2004, 12:44 PM: Message edited by: shiveringtimbers ]

ST, you killed the thread.

Justess, what did I say?? I even forgot, but I'm sure it didn't require an edit.

For the love of everything chocolate, you are edit happy.

Where is everybody, pretending to work today???

I didn't kill it you did <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Or Justuss did?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> A skateboard? or scissors <hr /></blockquote>I'm relaxed my bro! He's got a pint sized skateboard, but prefers his Radio Flyer tricycle right now (tho a young 'un sized bike might be in order). And scissors??? No, he wouldn't cut his brother's hair - probably his sister's...or we'd end up with very butch Barbies and very sad/pissed off little girls....or he'd run through the house with them and poke his eye out!

Wanna know what he asked for this morning? SpiderMan Web Blasters. They are Spiderman gloves that have these niches in them for cans of Silly String. I told I didn't think so because I didn't want Silly String mess all over the house....."But MOM! It's not Silly String....it's WEB!" Like THAT argument made all the difference in the world. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

- Kimmy

[ November 12, 2004, 01:41 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hey guys, Kati is calling us all out, She started a thread about us, or she wants us to join her, wouldn't have just been easier for her to come here. Some people love to play hard to get, anyways, I'll see you all there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Oh the thread, intellectual stimulation

What has happened to you idiots?

Can you even make it ONE Day without an edit by the mod's.

This didn't happen on the Jelly thread.

(Or was NO one watching <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> then??)

Well, Big Brother sure is NOW!

And what happened to all the "Licks" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ??
I used to like that.

Kimmy,

I'm making your famous enchiladas this weekend!

Now quit going on and on about the little kiddies would you? Mom's, I tell ya...sheesh.

KY,

You said the C word! What's the matter with you?????

Now I must get back to work before my boss gets the idea she needs to come up and replace me! She hates coming up to the UP, so I only see her once a year or so (and never, ever, ever in the winter, lest they close the big mack and she get stranded here) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tah Tah girls and boys!

Weaver - want one? A kid, I mean. I've got them in spades, I tell ya!

What time is dinner. Sure is nice when SOMEONE else makes the enchiladas.

TR - I think "Jelly" got so big, and the pages took so long to load, the mods didn't bother. I also conjecture that we have entirely too much fun now for them to stay away.

BTW: ***edit****

Licks for TR AND the mods. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 12, 2004, 01:42 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Justess, what did I say?? I even forgot, but I'm sure it didn't require an edit.

For the love of everything chocolate, you are edit happy <hr /></blockquote>Edit happy? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Farrr from it. I'm "TRYING" to keep your thread alive despite numerous complaints about "language" and the length of a thread that has no MB concepts or support. So many complaints that I've tried to edit BEFORE the emails. Evading the language filter by adding ** or $#@ does not make the words acceptable as we all know the intention.

Is this the only thread with complaints? No,,and I try catch as many of those as I can also. But with hundreds of posts a day, I can't possibly do all of them.

I have defended this thread (and the other one) as an escape from the tension we all experience while on this rollercoaster. And I occasionally <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> DO see MB concepts being used.

I am not trying, in any manner, to hassle anyone here or pick on any particular poster or thread. If you want this thread to stay alive, please help by monitoring yourselves.

And instead of complaining about edits or your moderators on a thread in an open forum, please email with any questions or comments. I'm more than happy to respond via email....

Now back to "Idiotville" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I dunno about the others, Justuss, but I knew already....

I was just joshin' ya. Sorry if we offended. We do appreciate you, you know????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

We also TOTALLY appreciate being allowed to be silly on this thread. Thank you for defending us.

(I've now a pic of Justuss in my head on a white horse decked out in sterling armor)

Okay - This is the warden speaking. Everyone needs to straighten up and fly right - or this thread might be gone. Right now, this is the only thread here that is not stressful (expect to Justuss <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Justuss, point taken about the language.

The complaints, however, I have never understood.

If the people complaining about us actually read between the lines and past all the silliness, all they will see is a group of people supporting each other and just plain old friendship.

This thread (and the other one) has brought most of us on it through some pretty dark moments in our lives and marriages.

Jen

Oh my gosh Believer, I was wondering where the heck our warden was!

Why would anyone complain about this thread? Does it take up to much computer bytes or somthing? I don't get it.

I see a lot of other silly threads going on all the time. Oh well, no more swearing. Done!

Thanks Justess, I will clean my end up. Wouldn't have been easier to just say that, instead of constantly editing us? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm "TRYING" to keep your thread alive despite numerous complaints about "language" and the length of a thread that has no MB concepts or support . <hr /></blockquote>I think all of us would argue this part. We are of great support to each other. Just not in the conventional serious way that others are, doesn't make are support for each other any less.

We are all very connected and very much working on our M, just so happens we keep it all on one thread.

I will defend our Idiotville to the death of me!!!!

Also, you lurkers who get offended, STOP LURKING!!!! When I see a thread that offends me, I stay away, and I'm an Idiot!!!

WOW! Looks like I popped in just in time - or in this case in "Justuss time"...

Thanks for the clarification sir, or ma'am - I still don't know which, anyway - thanks for the heads up - sounds (reads) like you at least SOMEwhat like what's going on here...hate that you have to defend us, but, well, I'll say it...

YES!!!!! Please keep our little thread alive - yes, most days we're more than silly, and we sound like idiots (thus the name <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ), but the truth is, this IS a refuge for many of us...we either get trashed or ignored on other threads...and, well, there are so many other threads that push the hurt we're all going through/have gone through...our "little" group has grown to a not-so-little group, and the truth about that is we'd love for it to continue growing. We've yet to turn anybody down who wants to join in our discussions. And the topics are so varied - from MB concepts (oh the many times we've encouraged each other to PLAN A!!!! their little selves to the death) to the Bible, to what each other are wearing to the office that day...but, well, I like to think of us as the little "Island of Misfits" - you know, like the Christmas special, with the elf that wants to be a dentist - so he ends up at the Island of the mis-fit toys, the ones that were discarded because they didnâ€™t look and act just soâ€¦.ugh!!! I digressâ€¦

There have been other threads that started the same...but after a few days, the posters either got bored, or well, I donâ€™t know. I'm sorry their threads didn't make it...but I hope that won't cause us to be banned, because, although several of us are in Recovery, there are many more who visit this thread who are not...you can only soak up so much pain before it starts affecting you in a strange way.

And, Iâ€™m sure anybody in recovery will tell you itâ€™s an ongoing thing â€“ Iâ€™m 3yrs out from Hâ€™s EA/PA, yet, just when we thought it was over, he confessed to more â€“ threw us right (almost) back to the startâ€¦uh well, nevermind...

Anyway, thanks for trying to keep us straight! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh, and, if you can, can you post one more time and tell us if you're M/F, and - are you NOT allowed to post with us? Does that break some unseen line? OK, just thought I'd ask! - Maybe I'll email ya! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

PS - Alrighty you (US) Idiotvillianies - BE NICE!!!! Justuss already has his/her work cut out for him/her, let's give him/her a rest....
(see how confusing that is???!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

edited to add <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

[ November 12, 2004, 02:07 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

That was cute YL? The Christmas story of misfits.

I think Justuss is a man, because that's a boy name. Yup, that's what I think.

Weaver, yah, maybe, but, look at the use of the graemlins - not many guys use that many in one post...so, well...inquiring minds want to know...

Can you tell us, PPPPLLLLEEEEAAAASSSSEEEE??????

OK, I'm done - I don't beg well, and well, if you don't want to, or can't then, far be it from me to get YOU into trouble, 'specially if you're keeping us outta trouble....

OK Idiotville, carry on!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

See? I'd pictured Justuss as female in a very Joan of Arc-ish type of way....

With the double entendre of "just us" & justice, I assumed female...because the words "just us" are ones we girls refer to ourselves as ("just us girls") and "justice" because tho I'm certain many of our male friends would love to see justice, it's....I dunno....a word I see women using more....

Maybe Justuss will enlighten us...or maybe he or she will let us Idiotians conjecture ourselves sillier than we already are....

- Kimmy

From now on let's refer to Justuss as Pat, you know Pat, from Saturday Night Live, Man, or woman??? J/K

He writes like a woman, yet the name is more manly to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I'm so stinking confused.

Sugar!!!! (yeah, that just don't cut it) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY - I started saying "For the love of Pete" after seeing Shrek...then, I met you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ...now I say "For the love of CHOCOLATE"

As for NG's sugar - I've said that one for MANY years - there's no mistakin it for a bad word, and "shoot" is usually followed by "bang" - "sugar" just stops people and makes 'em laugh...and, I don't think there's anything wrong with that, but well, who am I to say??

OK, I keep getting logged-out - is somebody trying to tell me something???

Justuss is a female, no doubt about it. I can tell by the tone in her voice.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ:
 Justuss, point taken about the language.

The complaints, however, I have never understood.

If the people complaining about us actually read between the lines and past all the silliness, all they will see is a group of people supporting each other and just plain old friendship.

This thread (and the other one) has brought most of us on it through some pretty dark moments in our lives and marriages.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Very well put Jen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thought it deserved another look!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Also, you lurkers who get offended, STOP LURKING!!!! When I see a thread that offends me, I stay away, and I'm an Idiot!!! <hr /></blockquote>Ditto!!

Stop being poltroons already!

Crying and running to tell on us....

My 7YO son just came downstairs from bed with his underpants full of jellybabies.

I asked " whay are your underpants full of jellybabies?".

He replied "I don't like them too cold".

He went off , singing and marching wih a quarter pound of jellybabies in his gusset.

I must remind myself not to eat his jellybabies tomorrow.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Bob!

You missed all the fun...

Maybe we should just play elevator music in Idiotville!

Surely nobody could complain about that!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

More music !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

This is more like it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LOL !!! @robby ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I see you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sheesh Idiotans - can we continue this thread without offending the mods?

yes mayor i was there ... when i went to post ZAP "CANNOT FIND SERVER" our computer is not feeling so good either.

Thank you for the song --- I kept seeing that frog singing it --- or was it an alien --- ya know in one of the "Airplane" movies. But thanks again.

B

I don't think it's the mods that are offended. We got a pretty good 'splanation a page or so back.

**edit**

[ November 12, 2004, 11:37 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Robby, I know you're angry but please don't get us shut down.

Jen

****

Those are real asterisks. Not an auto-edit. I'm just really frusterated. Idiotville is a reprieve from a lot of pain and misery, some of which is inflicted on these forums. Why people who do not participate would want to stop the good that goes on here is beyond me.

I don't respect that. I don't respect anyone who refuses to explain why they are turning us in to the mods. I don't respect someone hiding in the shadows, lurking, waiting, dying to nark.

Idiotville has grown a lot. It's now more like a network, a support network with a life of it's own. Idiots email, call and build relationships, friendships. Idiots take turns supporting, coaching, mentoring, learning, sharing, leaning, helping. To think there are no MB values here is naive at best.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ:
 Justuss, point taken about the language.

The complaints, however, I have never understood.

If the people complaining about us actually read between the lines and past all the silliness, all they will see is a group of people supporting each other and just plain old friendship.

This thread (and the other one) has brought most of us on it through some pretty dark moments in our lives and marriages.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Very well put Jen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thought it deserved another look!! <hr /></blockquote>OK, ditto ditto! (What woulda ditto of a ditto be?

Hey Idiots! Brown warned me...but a special thanks to Pat (seriously.) I don't think it is the mods either...and I'm proof that without Idiotville/Jelly! (RIP) I don't think I would be where I am now. (Even in this short time. It has helped me; not hindered.) And case in point, I also would not be posting to MB and gaining the support (outside of brown <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) that I really need right now. I am an Idiot here; not a FWH. I am a person who is needy of support--not an abbreviation. Yes, admittedly who has made many mistakes in his life, who has tremendously hurt his wife whom he adores and loves and is in love with sooooo much, who has learned it is OK to make mistakes, but to ensure knowledge and change is birthed from those near-fatal errors, and if I do cause any more pain from those same mistakes, a band of Idiots will hunt me down and kick my--butt. (That was for you JU!) And I believe that...And I feel safe here...and I know the members/idiots do follow the principles--they wouldn't even be on the site, right?

I don't feel I "deserve" anything right now. Really. And my friends here in Idiotville--from all walks, all abbreviations. etc--are here for one reason--to attempt to rebuild their marriage.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Edit happy? Farrr from it. I'm "TRYING" to keep your thread alive despite numerous complaints about "language" and the length of a thread that has no MB concepts or support. So many complaints that I've tried to edit BEFORE the emails. Evading the language filter by adding ** or $#@ does not make the words acceptable as we all know the intention.

I have defended this thread (and the other one) as an escape from the tension we all experience while on this rollercoaster. And I occasionally DO see MB concepts being used.

I am not trying, in any manner, to hassle anyone here or pick on any particular poster or thread. If you want this thread to stay alive, please help by monitoring yourselves.<hr /></blockquote>Point taken--again. I usually have a potty mouth--so I apologize.

We know you have a job to do. And thank you for defending us. As Attorney General, I accept this somewhat legitimate complaint on behalf of Idiotville. I do believe we can have an out of court settlement, however. The language? I will ensure all Idiotians will contain themselves. Myself, being P.E.#1. However, we do not accept the fact that MB principles are not being used. They are, but in a stressless environment.

We would ask any "lurkers" that don't agree with this thread to do one of three things:
1. Quit yer itchin' (the scratches, of course! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )
2. Feel free to point out why you think what you do.
3. Certainly, feel free to become a citizen of Idiotville. It's a very easy exam.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />
Now back to "Idiotville" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>See?!?!?! You do have a sense of huomour!

I actually had a lot more to say, but...

Oh, BTW...day 3 has started!

And, ran into OW today, almost literally. I guess brown got thru to her though: I was a zombie after an ee really, really p'd me off. (I mean, the "I-want-to-hurt-you-kinda-p'o'd-off.") I had to go on the other side of my area to deliver something, and who's standing there with the person I needed to speak with? Yup. OW. And, she literally slithered her way out of that office--no eye contact from me, no recognition. I was kinda proud of myself.

Only in the beginning do I think I really was in the "fog"; HOWEVER, by communicating with brown and coming to some of my own conclusions, I think I am seeing her for what she really is: a self-righteous, very lost, pathetic girl who was looking for a gullible man that she could use. And I was all for it. What a zopniking anus exit. And for now, I'll leave it at that.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh, BTW...day 3 has started!
<hr /></blockquote>Liny, I only had a second this morning. Going to the MSU game. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I only wanted to check to see how you did and make sure Robby wasn't aggrevating the mods. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm so pleased to see you not only made it through day two, but you are on your way to day 3. Keep it up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

For the rest of Idiotville, have an EDIT free day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yay LINY! Day 3.

Go, LINY, Go.

Morning Idiots - let's all see if we can make it another day without Justuss having to visit. She is busy enough on the mean threads.

Good Morning Idiotville!!!

I missed cross-dressing this Tuesday...

Let's see if my cheerleader outfit still fits!!

Way to go Liny, way to go!!

clap clap!!!

Mornin Y'all!

Liny - congrats on day two, and good luck with day 3 - we're all pullin for you, and prayin, and we know you can do it - Yes You Can!! (In my best "Bob the Builder" voice, of course) PS - your description of this thread (and the Jelly!) was awesome - and, you've hit the nail on the head, trying to "define" us, we're not a bunch of initials here, we're just people, trying to help other people through what may be the worse times they'll ever go through in this life...prayers for your continued success, buddy!

Robby - I think the edits took us all by surprise, but at least Justuss was thoughtful enough to tell us why the edits were being done, and Justuss did say that he/she is defending us and "DO see" MB concepts being used. I know you've had a really rough week...prayers to you - my heart really goes out, cuz I thought your "day" would come, and the W would change her mind, like she's done a couple of times before, and keep pushing the date out, until she finally decides to stay. So, you haven't said, are you continuing with Plan A at this time, or are you moving to B? What DOES the future hold for you - is she willing to take a look at the relationship now, or is she just washing her hands of the whole thing?

PS - always gotta ask, How's that baby bear doin?

Brown - sorry to hear about the computer, but, I'm glad to see you finally got here to visit for a minute or two! {{Brown}}

KY (& ST)- is that tailgaiting party today? Have a great time, and for the love of chocolate, you are taking some, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> OK, you guys be safe, dress warm, good luck to your team, and much love to you!

NG - how is it in the lone-star state today? I know at you aren't seeing snow or even really cold weather, but, well, just thought I'd ask. How's Nio been the last few days? prayers for you that he's coming around!

Starz - am glad you're feeling better, now that you have the meeting with SH planned - praying you'll have a warmer weekend than usual!

Weaver - you're not snowed in today, are you? Sorry 'bout all the white stuff, and though I don't know why, I'll apologize for not understanding getting snow this early in the year, to be quite honest, I really feel sorry for you guys, though I like the cooler weather, and yah, it's nice to put a coat and sweaters on for a little while, I can't imagine being bundled up and cooped up for 5 or 6 months, I'm afraid I'd go even more crazy than I already am. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> But, then again, I guess it's somewhat comparable to our rainy hurricaney weather, huh? You're either cooped in the summer down here, or cooped in the winter up there...guess we're not so different after all, huh? OK, well, try to enjoy it for me, 'k?

Believer - Wow! you're up early - is the sun even up yet? I was almost always up this early when I was in Cali, but that was cuz I was still on FL time, then, about the time I'd leave, I'd get use to the time difference, and by the time I was back in FL, I'd sleep til almost noon, thinking Well, it's only about 6, right?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Oh well, those were the days! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH & Onlywords - didn't wanna leave you guys out, how's it today?

DipiT - hey - are you surviving? Is eyechart being any nicer?

KiwiJ - mornin!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> did ya sleep well? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

TummyTuck - Nighty Night!

Bob Pure, TR, GC, (UGH please tell me I didn't leave anybody out) Good Morning - hope your weekend is a great one!

OK, well, it was about 9am when I started this, but, 2 phone interruptions later, and well, it's almost 10 - SO,

to the rest of the lurkers, et al, Mornin, see y'all later.

PS - Hi Justuss!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> I know your lurking <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Happy Weekend!!

Dear Idiots,
I wanted to take this moment to say "thank you". I came here because Believer said it would be a safe place for me. And she was right. I have felt the {{HUGS}} of encouragement, support, love, respect, and of course senses of humor (except my LINY).

I feel "we" (IDIOTS) are only trying to keep it real and let us deal. Anyone that could/would complain about people - who are re-building their lives and finding some where to start (Idiotville) - should try it. It has helped to laugh and not talk about just the "A" and the "M" and the "OW/OM" and "WS/BS". I can come here and I know that my fellow Idiots are here for the same reason (we all know why) and it is safe.

Well, I may have broken rules in my life too and I may have made my own mistakes too. But it has been no mistake that I am an Idiot.

Thanks,
Ever so Sincerely,

Brown

Just for the record.....I have been lurking in this thread.....

AND I THINK "IDIOTVILLE" IS GREAT!

We often forget about how healing humor can be. And often I find myself here just smiling at the lightheartedness that you all keep. The weight of MB can sometimes be overwhelming.

So chalk one up on the board for keeping this thread <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have fun, and maybe someday I can be an Idiot, too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown - that was beautiful - you are such a special person, sorry it's under these circumstances, but I'm so glad you are here, and I've gotten a chance to call you friend!

L.I.T. - thanks for the vote of confidence - you are welcome to join in anytime - new residents are moving in daily, and, if you've been lurking, you probably already know the requirements! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Anyway, thanks for the vote - you are welcome here anytime!!

YL {{{SMILES & HUGS}}} to you this fine morning. And thank you (blushing) friend.

Weren't you asking about the AD's ????

B

Yup, that was me...Liny answered and basically said he felt responsible for you going back on them, but I was wondering if you really felt the same way, or was your system not adjusting well to just dropping them...

edited to add - You're Welcome!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

[ November 13, 2004, 09:17 AM: Message edited by: YL ]

I've been off them since Feb. My system was well clear of any of the Wellbrutrin. I did take a Xanax or two over these last few months. But my T had me ween(sp?) off them, you can't from 300 mg a day to nothing. So it was 1 every other day to 2 ever other day etc. until you get to a week apart. It only takes about 3 weeks for them to be out of your system totally.

I felt good that when all the stuff hit the fan, I was handling it and not on AD's. It was all me! It felt good that I was so "strong". LINY did not "force" me back on them (hehehe). He certainly didn't help either (hehehe). But I decided I would be better to be able to think clearer under the "new" circumstances - I already know how well they help (from after my breakdown). So, back on the AD's for a little while.

Oh don't come off them without advice from your Dr or T. I did ask my T 1st b/c I didn't want to be on them for the rest of my life.

I'm hanging in there and I still go to T every other week (talk therapy helps too!). And oh course "type therapy" really helps.

{{YL}}

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 Mornin Y'all!

Robby - ...prayers to you - my heart really goes out, cuz I thought your "day" would come, and the W would change her mind, like she's done a couple of times before, and keep pushing the date out, until she finally decides to stay. So, you haven't said, are you continuing with Plan A at this time, or are you moving to B? What DOES the future hold for you - is she willing to take a look at the relationship now, or is she just washing her hands of the whole thing?

PS - always gotta ask, How's that baby bear doin?

<hr /></blockquote>Yeah, she moved out Sunday. I helped and something really strange happened. My BIL went out of his way to invite me to go get wings and beer afterwards. We used to be really close friends. He told me that he really respected that I helped W move. Said that he wouldn't have done it and doesn't know anyone who would. He went on to say that he missed our friendship and wanted to be close again. He was mad at me for a little bit but also knows other things that were wrong with the M.

It lifted such a huge burden off of my shouldersâ€¦ I had to look all around the bar to keep from bawling!

I donâ€™t really know what the future holds. I know what I hope and pray for, but that may not happen. I donâ€™t think sheâ€™s even had time to reflect on the relationship yet. And if she has, wouldnâ€™t reverse course this soon.

Iâ€™m still in plan A. Still in IC. Gonna start reading the 5 love languages book today. Maybe Iâ€™ll get a nugget or two of info there! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Baby bear is GREAT!! Got 4 shots yesterday, barely cried at all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks for asking!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LIT - come on in and get a job!!!

Brown

PS Robby are you lurking???? If so say "good morning" to me already.

Good morning girls! You too LIT, our newest idiot <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

YL, to answer your question, no snow here this a.m., no sun either <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hi Brown! I am trying to wean off of Lexapro, very complicated where I have to keep cutting the pills smaller and smaller. Of course if I start getting panic attacks, will have to go back on.

I am trying to stay off of the computer today, and actually be productive but wanted to say hey, and welcome LIT.

Hey good morning boys too? Sorry Robby and other males, keep forgetting it's not just us girls! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Brown !!!

Just posted, must have been posting at the same time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, what about the rest of us?????

Don't we warrant a hi from the mayor too? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 Good Morning Idiotville!!!

I missed cross-dressing this Tuesday...

Let's see if my cheerleader outfit still fits!!

Way to go Liny, way to go!!

clap clap!!! <hr /></blockquote>Always check all pages!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Mayor

I wanted to say a special thanks to you for "cheering" LINY. (Smile)

It's good your BIL is still your "friend". You can always use alittle support.

Baby Mayor got shots URGH. One of the hardest things about being a parent. My boys hardly cried - maybe they said "ouch" real loud and maybe even a "what was that for?". But the girls - tehy cry - oh it breaks my heart. LINY has to take our 3YO for shots and check up in about a week.

B

Weaver aren't the Lexapro tabs very small to begin with. (I took 10mg to help with aniexety (sp?). Watch those Aniexety Attacks. Does your Dr have any Xanax for ya? - that you can take "on demand" and it will chil you out in the middle of an attack. But highly addictive!!!! Be careful!!!!

Hey, mayor if I'm not able to resume my duties as a cheerleading - maybe I'll a drugist????

B

I just want to say what a great thread this is. I love coming here, I do not get that whole depressed feeling when I am reading here. The support is unbelieveable.

Robby- You seem like such a great guy. I do not know much about your story- was looking for an earlier thread on you, but I am still pretty green when it comes to stuff like that. You do a great job at mayor. Keep up the good work.

OK, I've gone home, packed my bags, jumped in my old jalope........

Now that I am here in Idiotville, I am wondering....

Do you guys have an opening for an "Official" Whine Taster <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ?

If so, I would love to stay a while <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> And I promise to put myself right to work!

How about an opening for Junkfood Junkie ? I just ate skittles, rollo's and a butterfinger for BREAKFAST!! Granted they are all snack size from my kid's Halloween stash- but man I have no control!!

Weaver,

I am also on Lexapro right now since the pending D......but was on Effexor right after d-day, and you can't cut those pills.

I weaned off by taking them every other day, then every two days, then every week, and then not at all. Since antidepressants are cumulative (and missing one day does not have much of an affect), then you can safely wean this way without having the incredible down.

(OK, not really a Whine tasting, but I hope this helps!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I just love a big toothy grin!

T my teeth and stomach hurt from your "breakfast"

T - That is MY kind of breakfast! The breakfast of champions, of course. All others pale in comparison......

Except maybe cookies.....or pie.....or ice cream.....or cake...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yes Brown, they are very small. I have a pill cutter from the pharmacist to cut them. Can't just wean by skipping every other day, my Dr said that really messes up the ole brain chemicals.

I'll ask him about Zanax, but if it is addictive then I'll get addicted. I am just that way <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Looks like Idiotville is about to grow again, so I'm definately out of here or will be here all day for sure.

Hey T, welcome fellow idiot.

LIT - Official Whine Taster, how cute!

OOOOOOOPS - Sorry Weaver. Don't go against your Dr advise. I'm not really sure why he said that (as I actually did my master's degree with a special study on anti-d's), but I wouldn't trust me before a Dr, for sure! My favorite catch phrase....

"I have been known to be wrong!"

I'm never afraid to admit it!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by T in the road:
 How about an opening for Junkfood Junkie ? I just ate skittles, rollo's and a butterfinger for BREAKFAST!! Granted they are all snack size from my kid's Halloween stash- but man I have no control!! <hr /></blockquote>Sounds like a great breakfast of champions!!!

Just wash it down with 6 raw eggs and some coffee grounds!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Weaver take a xanax with some chocolate. I think that one addiction will counteract the other. It's all good, Hon.

And I know what you mean about being here all day. I just looked at the clock - OMG it's 11:00 am EST. I have to wake LINY and get some "stuff" done today.

Welcome newest Idiots - I gotta "work" (Just can you edit that word for me {{Just}})

Brown

One more thing, Robbie can you put "Perfect Love" by Marc Cohn on here.

It is such a beautiful song, I want the other idots to hear it.

But if it makes you sad right now Robbie, then just skip it, okay?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by L.I.T:
 T - That is MY kind of breakfast! The breakfast of champions, of course. All others pale in comparison......

Except maybe cookies.....or pie.....or ice cream.....or cake...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Ok, you're gonna get along just fine here!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wait until Jelly & NG get ahold of ya!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I get fat just reading their posts!

Robby - I think I'm gonna be sick (raw eggs in general - but after the candy?)

Oh excuse me ..... I think I'm gonna be ...... (green) .... sick

B

Hi T in the road - Welcome to you too!

Brown, thanks for the info - Dr. said I should expect to be on them for about a year, that should get me through any "high/low" spots, and will give my head time to learn how to deal without the depression hitting so hard...I too am not wanting to be on them for life - #1 - I hate taking pills, #B - I already have a lifetime supply of other meds to take, so I'm not interested in adding another!

I have another appt. with him next week, I'll readdress the issue, now that we know "other" hormones were adding to my moods, and see if we can cut the time some, but, well, we'll see...

Thanks to Weaver & the others for their info too, it helps!!!

Robby - from previous convos, as I recall, doesn't W really look up to BIL? I think I remember you saying once that maybe if he came around, that she might too? {{ROBBY}} take that book out to the pool, and enjoy the day - it's not still raining, is it? Better yet - set the air down to about 65, snuggle up with a pillow, that good book, and a cup of hot chocolate, it'll help since you missed Tuesday's dress - you can get in touch with that feminine side! Oh, and I didn't suspect that W would turn around this soon - I'd imagine it'll take at least a month, maybe even more for her to get a taste of reality and what being on your own is really like - one word of advice, don't make her going out easy, and DOCUMENT DOCUMENT DOCUMENT!!! If she goes out excessively, and leaves baby bear with you or a sitter, keep good notes - when she drops him off, and when she picks him up - not to say she's not allowed to have a life, but she left the home, she's still married, and she must act like a good mom - leaving a 1yo on a regular basis does not provide him with the steady routine he needs at this age...OR worse yet, it provides him with the wrong kind of routine. {{Hugs}} again - prayers are with you, I know it's gotta be tough - hang in there, so far, sounds like you're doing a great job! OH, one other thing I thought of, since I'm a female, and your W and I are close to same age, something that would totally upset me (chilled it just for you Justuss!) would be if you got super close with my brother, just to spite me - although you really would just be rekindling an old (platonic/guy) relationship she might look at it like you're trying to turn her family against her - anyway, just a thought...good job buddy, good job!!!

Weaver take a xanax with some chocolate. I think that one addiction will counteract the other. It's all good, Hon.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LIT -

I tried skipping every other day and was getting electrical surges through my body, so maybe my brain chemicals are screwed up more than most. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by weaver:
 One more thing, Robbie can you put "Perfect Love" by Marc Cohn on here.

It is such a beautiful song, I want the other idots to hear it.

<hr /></blockquote>I'm looking for it. Haven't found it yet. It's tough unless you go to overseas servers, which can be hazardous to your PC!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I've got the lyrics... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK you guys, It's almost 11:30, and although I can't do any "real" housework, I've gotta get off this computer! It's way too addicting!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'll catch up with y'all later...happy Saturday everybuddy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I tried skipping every other day and was getting electrical surges through my body, so maybe my brain chemicals are screwed up more than most. <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Weaver....I am a neurophysiologist in my um.....other life......(are we allowed to do that here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> ), so electrical surges sound fun! Ha ha - OK - not really <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I hardly think your brain chemicals are screwed up! In fact, I'm revisiting my own <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> . On the Lexapro, even had the dose raised, and fell so hard last weekend, can't even remember what was a dream and what was real!

And no, I swear I did not partake of any "illegal substances" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hmmmmmmmmm....yes....I suppose I must go as well. It's already 10:30 in the lovely lone star state, and "gosh darnit....I just cain't let my day run amuck." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thank you for letting me join your neighborhood (It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood)....I see no whine this morning, so I will recuse myself until tonight....

at which point I will return while eating lots of chocolate, watching a dvd, and looking for my daily dose of whine <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Muchos Grassy-as!

Me too.

Gotta wake up LINY!!!!! (I wonder how.... hum???) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Peace out. Homefries.

Brown

{acapalo}

Give me a "R"
Give me an "O"
Give me a "B"
Give me another "B" you Idiots!
Give me a "Y"
WHY?!?!?
Because it spells MAYOR and we love the big lug!

"'Mornin'" Idiots!

I'm getting the munchies with all of this drug talk! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (Yes, just kidding!)

Welcome T & LIT!

Day 3 should be "easy" (even though it never is.) I'll be with my girls the entire day! WHOOOOHOOOOOO!

Hugs to all of my Idiot friends! Your confidence and support supplement my own and brown's. Thanks!!!!

Hey everyone...It actually snowed last night, well, this morning!!!!

T: ya got some friends with the chocolate thingy goin'. (But you already know that from lurking, now don't you?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Have a great weekend everyone. I feel really good this morning. (But always wonder what shoe will be dropping today.) Ah, where is my hopeless romantic that was once in me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )

[ November 13, 2004, 11:37 AM: Message edited by: LINY ]

AHHHHH---double post in Idiotville!!!!

Oh, I'll just change it into my next post...before i forget yet another day:

Happy Birthday Lil' NG!!!

(And ST & YL--hope you guys are having a great time!!!!)

[ November 13, 2004, 11:40 AM: Message edited by: LINY ]

Hey LINY and Brown. Hope your day goes well today.

LINY - Are you on some kind of a G program? Like 12 step or something? They really work.

Now for some MB talk. Is everyone here in Plan A, or are there some Plan B folks?

Borrowed this from the EN forum.

posted November 11, 2003 10:23 AM
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Here is a reprise of an old post:

Well, we all know that, at the end of the day, the Harley method boils down to the old brownie point system. Do something to make your spouse happy, earns some points. Screw up, lose some points. But how to keep score?
The Harley Brownie Point System

Simple Duties:
You make the bed..............................................+1
You make the bed, but forget to add the decorative pillows.... 0
You throw the bedspread over rumpled sheets...................-1
You throw the bedspead over your lit cigar....................-100

You leave the toilet seat up..................................-5
You replace the toilet paper roll when it is empty............ 0
When the toilet paper roll is barren, you resort to Kleenex...-1
Handtowel...............-15
Draperies...............-25

You go out to buy her extra-light panty liners with wings.....+5
in the snow...................................................+8
but return with beer..........................................-5
and no liners.................................................-25

You check out a suspicious noise at night..................... 0
You check out a suspicious noise and it is nothing............ +1
You check out a suspicious noise and it is something..........+5
You pummel it with a six iron.................................+10
It's her cat..................................................-40

Social Engagements:
Party:
You stay by her side the entire party......................... 0
You stay by her side for a while, then leave to chat with a
college drinking buddy..-2
Named Tiffany.................................................-4
Tiffany is a dancer...........................................-6
With breast implants..........................................-18

Her Birthday:
You take her out to dinner.................................... 0
You take her out to dinner and it's not a sports bar..........+1
Okay, it is a sports bar......................................-2
And it's all-you-can-eat night................................-3
It's a sports bar, it's all-you-can-eat night, and your face is
Painted the colors of your favorite team...... -10

A Night Out With the Boys:
Go with a pal.................................................-5
The pal is happily married....................................-4
Or frighteningly single.......................................-7
And he drives a Mustang.......................................-10
With a personalized license plate (GR8 N BED).................-15

A Night Out:
You take her to a movie.......................................+2
You take her to a movie she likes.............................+4
You take her to a movie you hate..............................+6
You take her to a movie you like..............................-2
It's called Death Cop 3........................................-3
Which features Cyborgs that eat humans........................-9
You lied and said it was a foreign film about orphans.........-15

Your Physique:
You develop a noticeable pot belly............................-15
You develop a noticeable pot belly and exercise to get rid of
it...................+10
You develop a noticeable pot belly and resort to loose jeans and
baggy Hawaiian shirts............................... -30
You say, "It doesn't matter, you have one too."...............-800

The Big Question:
She asks, "Do I look fat?"
You hesitate in responding....................................-10
You reply, "Where?"...........................................-35
Any other response............................................-20

Communication:
When she wants to talk about a problem:
You listen, displaying a concerned expression................. 0
You listen, for over 30 minutes................................+5
You listen for more than 30 minutes without looking at the
TV..+100
She realizes this is because you have fallen
asleep............-200

You buy a family pet.........+10
The kids don't like it........0
The kids are afraid of it....-10
It's a chimp.................-50
who smokes cigars.............-75
It kills her cat.............-100
You and the chimp move into an apartment together...................-200

{{believer}}
No 12 step. Tried (twice.) Besides not being ready (obviously-duh on me!), I don't think it was hepling. One thing I did NOT ever mention to brown which has crossed my mind is actually maybe going to an AA meeting.

Had to bring brown over and read it together after I read the first one.

LOL!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for a good start to the weekend!

(Was this originally posted in Jelly!?????)

LINY - We posted at the same time. Check out my previous post.

The 12-Step program does work, my dear, if you stick to it. I did the program and quit alcohol, smoking and drugs. It was easy. I stayed clean and sober for 15 years.

Lately I have fallen off the wagon big time, don't ask about it.

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Like I said, had brown reading your EN Hitchhiker's guide <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> .

She asked, "Well, what have you been up to in Idiotville?" So I showed her the posts since she's gotten in the shower. (RRRRRRRRRRRR--my best cat imitation-ala Conaaaan.)

I can't believe I sent ST & YL to the football game!!!!!!!!--and to have a good time!!!!!!!
OMG!!!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

As brown just said, "You really are an idiot!"

And no edits, right?

Oh, maybe the three of them won't see it right?!?

And, believer, don't ask about what? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Believer, I loved the brownie points thingy. It was very funny.

LINY, I'm so glad you're doing well. The Idiots will keep you accountable.

I have a confession to make. Early in recovery I had to fight the urge to go for an "accidental" walk to see OM on a Saturday morning - he knew where and when I walked and would "accidentally" drive past during the A.

EVERY time I wanted to do that I came on here instead and EVERY time that stopped me.

Recovery is so cool because all those urges and pinings become a thing of the past.

Jen

Thanks kiwi. You and bob (where is that man--although I think I've tremendously disappointed him as well, which is why I think he's not posting over here as much) and all my N/S friends have helped me. I have somewhere to go when I get in from work.

Thanks, Jen.

Oh, yeah--that's another big word I'm working on--Accountability.

Time to reconcile the books, eh?
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Come on Bob, I can see you lurking about. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Hey Kiwi,

I was looking for you to chat with last night! I'm jealous that you get to go shopping with hubby today.

I am just sick over FM's DD running away again. Did you read his thread? I started one to get people to help him, hopefully she will be found or come home on her own quickly.

Hi Weaver, I replied to your post from last night and Bob and I are now talking clothes on it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I haven't read FM's post. I don't read much these days apart from dear old Idiotville.

Jen

I'm going to have to change my screen name.

Weaver, do you mind changing the title of your post calling me out?

This stuff sucks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

[ November 13, 2004, 02:37 PM: Message edited by: JenMBL ]

Just trying out the new name.

So now what do I do? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Chances are it's not her but you have no idea how horrible this makes me feel. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

[ November 13, 2004, 02:42 PM: Message edited by: JenMBL ]

JenMBL - are we having an identity crisis?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> LOL, but really j/k <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> So, since I wasn't here earlier, are you the Jen we already knew and loved, or are you a new Jen...just curious!

LINY!!!! Uh, I did see it, and um - edits will be ok in this instance - It kindof made me chuckle though, cuz, well, the town is getting so big so fast, and it's really easy to confuse people...anyway, edit it if you'd like, or if not, I'm sure they'll probably send you an <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> then a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> and maybe even a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> oh well, I will be with a different "ST" for the day, but thanks for the offer! (Good job setting him straight there, Brown! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Oh, wait - Liny really IS funny!!

OK, I'm done picking on you now...sorry, was just too good to let it slip by!

So, did anybody else get anything done today? I managed to do diddly-squat, well, except I did make 3yoD's lunch, and folded a couple things from the laundry - WOOHOO, I'm really smokin now! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yep, YL, it's me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 13, 2004, 03:04 PM: Message edited by: weaver ]

LINY, friends with problems they are trying to work on are friends, and not disappointing.Ever.

It sjust that * ahem * stuffs going pretty well in Bob world right now and theres some pain in Idiotville. As I won;t pretend to be a wise head and advice out of opinion not skill or experience, I thought it best to keep my Gob shut as we say in the midlands. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Manly Hugs LINY. Doing stupid sh1t doesn't define us if we repent of it like U is doing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Listening to Cheap Trick 'dream police' right now ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm so confused...

What happened?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hello nightshift, dayshift heading out.

Tah tah <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 13, 2004, 05:45 PM: Message edited by: weaver ]

Kiwi-

Why did you change your name?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Good for you Bob!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
(Brown can tell you what she just told me!!! Yikes!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Kiwi...change it back...change it back!!!!

OK...now back to your regularly scheduled funny (and, yes, in a haha way), poster.)

Back to staining for me!

YL: Hi from RH and OW.

JEn: Nice duds!

Update on shed/barn raising: I'm tired, my hands are dried out and I'm only about 1/3 of the way done. Long story short, it always takes me longer to do these home projects than what I estimate (as for estimating work projects at work? I'm pretty good at those).

2 cents: I just wanted to put my two cents in on why this thread should stay. Originally, when I came to MB, I got a lot of good advice from Pep, and others. Thanks!

I remember reading the original Jelly thread and thinking that's the stupidest thread ever. Part of my reasoning for that was that I didn't have time to read all the posts (as I was busy reading other posts - because I needed to learn my MB principals). But then there was a big blow up (between FWS and FS). The pain was too much for me so I swore off MB for some time.

Well, MB is addictive and I was soon back lurking. And probably the biggest reason I joined this thread was to follow NCWalker. He came, he posted, we all enjoyed him. He helped a lot of people. (As an aside, I wish that there was some way that I could help him, but it's been a couple weeks since I've heard from him-hope they're ok). But because I did come here, I got to "meet" several people (KY/ST/NG/YL/Robby/Starz & others) that I might not otherwise and got reaquainted with others (Jen/Believer/etc).

There have been days when I've been depressed and Kimmy or Jelly will say something to cheer me up. This thread doesn't have the pressure of some of the other threads (because we don't want it). In some ways it is like a chat room, but in other ways it is better because where would everyone be when Jen is logged in on the otherside of the world. Our words are there for her to see & vice versa.

Thanks all, you too Pat!

RH

I can't change it back.

OM's w could be posting here. I noticed a new user had the same name and initials as her. And "kiwi" is a bit obvious to anyone from NZ.

If it is her I will have to reconsider my posting here.

Jen

Oh. I've just read her first post and it isn't her.

But, I kinda like my new name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by JenMBL:
 Oh. I've just read her first post and it isn't her.

But, I kinda like my new name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Change it BACK!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

...or I will!!

Sheesh, happy now...? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NOT quite!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Why the 2?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by T00MuchCoffeeMan:
 It's peanut butter jelly time.
Badgers.
Lalalala .
Chocolate.
Bananaphone.

Enjoy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The sun is shining, it's 68 degrees out! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> High of 79 expected! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just peeked at MI, 27!! Brrr!! Still rather be there in recovery than separated here!!

Speaking of MI.

NICE GAME SPARTANS!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Good morning Idiotville. What happened to the night shift? What a bunch of slackers.

Robby - You learn any marriage building principles from the book yet?

Have you read this book? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yep.

Good morning Mayor, Believer, all other Idiots.

Robby - I'm glad Kiwi changed her name back - I get confused easy and that was over the top.

What book The 5 Langauges ...??? Tell me how it is ---- like Cliff Notes. Still really can't bring myself to read anything on the sit. I get past the 1st chapter and then it hits too close to home and the book gets shut. Oh well, I guess I'm an Idiot and a Chicken too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown

Brown - I don't think Robby has read the book. He's been keeping it under his pillow, thinking he will absorb the information by osmosis. He doesn't like to read.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD Morning Idiotville!

Brown, and Idiot and a Chicken? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Wow, that is tough.

The 5 love languages teaches you how to love your S the way they feel loved. We all feel love in different ways. It isn't an A book.

Welcome
T and LIT, I'm going to like you guys. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, the game was so INCREDIBLY AWESOME. We had great seats, the Spartans are CRAZY. We didn't tailgate, too cold, too old, we went to lunch though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny, we had a great time. I'll just pretend I didn't see your post. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Idiot!!!!

RH, I feel the same way. When this thread, Jelly I mean, RIP, started it was such a blessing, there is so much pain, and when I am in pain, I joke, I laugh. It is how I deal with things. It is a very unwelcomed practice to most, so Idiotville was a place I could just be myself. I tried the banter on other threads, I froze them. I love Idiotville!!! LOVE IT, like CHOCOLATE!!!!

Tonight I play volleyball. One more of my big passions in life. ST is actually going to come watch me. He never use to. I have played on this league for 15 years, he might have came one time. Tonight he wants to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> We play two great teams. I'll let you know if we win. Last week was the first week, I was barely even sore. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

This old age thing SUCKS!!

[ November 14, 2004, 09:07 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Brown - I don't think Robby has read the book. He's been keeping it under his pillow, thinking he will absorb the information by osmosis. He doesn't like to read. <hr /></blockquote>I like to read!!

I'm reading the book!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Brown! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Jelly! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - Tell me something from the book.

At the heart of mankind's existence is the desire to be intimate and to be loved by another. Marriage is designed to meet that need for intimacy and love.

We must be willing to learn our spouse's primary love language if we are to be effective communicators of love.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Come on Robby - what have ya learnt?????

KY - I'm afraid to read any books right .... I may end up using as weapon to throw at LINY (Hum ... that was kinda deep!!)

Believer - I don't think he's read it !!!

Robby - if you read it. Maybe I'll think of a good cheer.

Speaking of good cheer. I think we were supposed to do bunch at LINY's B's .... Should I wake him????

Brown

[ November 14, 2004, 09:27 AM: Message edited by: brown ]

**EDITED - to put believer's E's back where they belonged - OOPS!**

Dang I double posted and quoted myself URGH.

Bad morning.

B

[ November 14, 2004, 09:25 AM: Message edited by: brown ]

Good morning Idiots! I am so happy to have a new home!

I had too much "whine" of my own last night, and never made it back to Idiotville - no whining and driving for me! Instead, I watched paycheck and ate a bowl of ice cream <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Robby - I can second your notion. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> I would rather be in recovery in coooooool, friiiiigid, MI, than separated here. Hmmmmmm - more of an excuse to snuggle in a warm bed with a nice, warm, soft, cuddly person!

Good morning, Brown, LINY (when you get out of bed) T, Believer, and KY!

I had waffles with butter and syrup for breakfast <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I suppose there are a couple of benefits of being single! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

You know, Mr. Mayor......

Reading your sig line, I decided I needed to watch Finding Nemo again - such a great little flick ("You made me ink!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> )

Then I looked for it, and guess what............................................................................................................................................?

STBXH took it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> Can you believe it? He took Finding Nemo! OK, so it was a gift to him from me. But come on! I need a squishy way more than he does! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok, so I'm not really angry with him.....he's really a good person - he just doesn't know it yet. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

For breakfast I had Quiche and wheat toast, sausage links and oranges, then an hour later, I started eating what is left of the Puppy Chow (the edible, delicious, chocolate kind)

Oh, we had company this morning, not our normal KY/ST breakfast. I made it special today for my brother and fam.

I'm so tired, I had 2 Rasp. Rita's last night, I just can't handle the drink. I'm beat. Almost nap o'clock, love Sunday naps.

Just walked out to the garage, ST has his truck all tore apart. The mans mind amazes me, how does he know how to fix that kind of stuff?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

OOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH KY - I like your breakfast. You wanna come over and make some quiche for me (come hither eyes batting lashes)???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ha ha!

I've never made a quiche. Just the word alone scares me. Ate many a few, though - good stuff!

You must be quite the cook! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just so I can talk about some MB principles as well.......

Do any of you think the "5 Languages" would be a good read even if you are in the middle of a D and don't really have a partner to work on?

Or has anyone found any book that is good for discovering how to "love yourself?" I like myself OK......but haven't made it to loving myself yet.

A good cook, no not really, I just love to cook, I do it with passion. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You know when you love to do something, you do it to the best of your ability and enjoy every minute, that is me. I cook everyday except Friday dinner. We go out then. I even make lunch, everyday, kid friendly, but I'm pretty much always in the kitchen.

I would have to say it was more like a Strata, instead of Quiche, there was no crust. Super easy, and extra delicious. Knocked my SIL socks off. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We just watched Shrek 2 with the boys the other night. ST and I was cracking up. Oh, and we had the big bowl of Halloween candy on the floor with us during the entire show. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The 5 love languages is a good way to find out about anybody in your life, your kids, your parents, your friends. I actually have 3 girlfriends who have just read the book, and it is great to see them loving me the way I like to feel loved, they use it for everybody.

I actually haven't read it yet, (don't tell Robby) I just heard it was a great read, to help improve relationships.

Self love books, I try and find a list. Everybody talks about them on here.

Thanks, KY - a girl at my work is reading it, and she said it was awesome. Thanks also for checking into self love books - my counseling group right now is trying to help me with that....

Now back to your regularly scheduled Idiot programming!

For those of you who don't care......I just bought a new little stereo yesterday.....complete with DVD and surround sound (minisystem)! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Yea!

Going to spend most of the day baking sweet breads, and cookie bars <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY - Do you really like to cook because you like to eat??? And is everything smothered in chocolate??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love to cook - don't like to clean up - love when there are no leftovers - and the family is wearing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> 's,

( utxt e x tezzzzzzzzzzz t etu+-) -this was from our D (3YO) and her kids meal Mario Toy rolling on the keyboard. I thought I 'd share.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And is everything smothered in chocolate??? <hr /></blockquote>(In my best Homer Simpson voice) Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm......chocolate <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ps - Brown, tell your daughter "thank you" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> my reply back is "kjhasdsfiiiiiiiiiiii ewe tbbbbbbbblskjfzxoos" (that was just me being stupid <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Good morning Idiotville!

n/s slacker here. Had a pajama party with my girls though, so back off!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Glad they didn't start talking girl talk--D's still young for that--but it's coming soon!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I love to cook - don't like to clean up <hr /></blockquote>For fear of making a deposit then immediately LB'ng, I will not say anything!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> / <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I'm disappointed brown didn't give a cheer for KY for tonight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Well, not much else to report on. Day 4 going strong!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (And "finished" staining--got all the doors done--have to do the trim.)

(And Bob, never really responded "correctly": thank you. I didn't mean to sound the way I did--and am certainly glad for the reason why you haven't posted much!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Where is everybody?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

OH! I know!!!

Watching the race!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Robby !

I don;t get allowed to log on much ! Squid forces me to sit cuddling her on teh couch drivnking wine and talking * tsk * such a hard life.

Semi serious actually 0- she told me last week that she felt I was 'valuing' cyber people more than her over the years when I have kept checking email and stuff when we could be sitting together in the evenings after the kids are in bed.And she has a really good point. I can see how it looks now.

So I don;t hover much ! Shes running up some Beef Canneloni for our dinner so I get a half hour to read and type ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Keep your chin up Mate. Can't be fun being you right now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{{{manly hugs}}}

Hey BP!

Here's a little racing trivia for ya! In Nascar racing, who is BP?

Thanks for the manly hugs, but you may want to change your shirt. I was bawling and think I wiped my nose on it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, what I know about nascar racing I learned on a drunk evening at the Nascar cafe on the boardwalk at Universal Studios in Fla. ( which isn;t a lot!). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Help me out - who is the drivin' demon BP ?

re the shirt don;t worry, got flour on it earlier when I moelsted Squid while she was rollin' canneloni , Hyuk ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> {{{manly hugs}}}
<hr /></blockquote>Is there really such a thing??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, no race here, NEVER!!! I napped. A long 2 hour one, it felt gooooood.

Brown, while your D3yo was typing so cute, mine was pooping his butt!! GRRRRR <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> He absolutely will not go on the potty. It's killing me!!!

Liny, so glad to hear you are doing well with your "demon" I have no self discipline right now. Not sure why. I need to read a Dr. Phil book I think. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I want to lose some weight, but I eat more instead. I've never weighed this much. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Bob, glad it is going so well for you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> for you and the Mrs.

Brown, love to cook, love to make my H smile, that is my biggest motivation, filling my families tummy with good food. It fills me with joy.

The clean up, I like that too. My house is always REALLY clean. Use to be spotless before both boys, but now just really clean. My daycare moms say it is spotless, but they didn't see it before. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

LIT I searched a bit, but came up empty, I will some more when I have more time. People on board are always talking that stuff.

Robby, it was 42 yesterday during the game. I had hand warmers, foot warmers, butt warmers, crotch warmers, you name it, I had a warmer for it, I wasn't too bad, I really get into the games so I was up and down quite a bit.

Man I'm chatty, I guess I'll split. later

Bob - You must invite the lovely Squid to post here. We like her already, and I'm sure she would like us.

{{{{robby}}}} snot free please, or can huggers not be choosers? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm glad your BIL reached out to you. It had me crying. I can just see you looking around trying to avoid the tears. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sorry your down today. Your probably just bored to tears with that ridiculous race on. Shut it off, I bet the tears and snot will stop.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
Robby, no race here, NEVER!!!

I've never weighed this much. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>I forgive you for not watching the race JellyBing!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But! I've seen your pic! ST is a VERY lucky man! Must be hard weighing 115!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Believer, KY & Kimmy and I are already working on getting her here. She'd benefit enormously from it I think now.

Shes a bit of a technophobe ( and shes made me understand one reason for that recently - see my reply to robby above) and she thinks everyone on here will think shes's an amoral slut and she'll be forced to discuss the very thing she wants to forget.

She's struggling with self-worth right now and I think this board would really help her.

All in time I guess. Shes doing SO well now though. Shes really come on since I ditched my copies of her letters and gave her the kids' passports back.she'll be here..in her own good time.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bob -

I suggest you let her read this thread. Once she sees how harmless we are and the stupid things we talk about, she will be reassured.

I would suggest she stay off the other threads for awhile - they can be brutal to WS.

W and I took Baby Bear for his first haircut today! He squirmed a little bit but it was a success over all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Then we went to Lowe's (it's raceday after all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) and got her some hardware for hanging drapes. She's doing an ultramodern wire (think trading spaces) and bolts. I offered (more than twice) to go up and help her and she waffled a bit but then said it seemed kinda inappropriate?

What do you mean? <--- that's me

I move out and you come up to make my new apartment look nice... doesn't seem right somehow... <--- that's Mrs. Mayor

Struck me the wrong way for some reason... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Robby - Just offering to help gives you points. Keep up the good work.

Gosh, lots of MARRIAGE BUILDERS principles here today.

Bob, everybody on in Idiotville knows I'm a FWW, they all speak to me. I do have to be careful with whom I speak to outside of I-ville though, I sometimes get completely ignored.

I needed some unconditional, nonjudgmental friendship after my A. I also needed to not talk about it. I chose when to venture out. I really have a desire to help the others, but sometimes it hurts.

I know exactly how she feels. But I'm so much better Bob, I would have to say, I feel better about myself today, then I ever have in my life.

You are being as loving as my ST, and that is huge from a WS perspective. Unconditional love with know judgment. It really feels great and builds the worth. She will get better, and I can't wait. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I use to refer to myself as the slut down the road, not anymore, well on occasion, but I'm usually joking. OM's W even told me, she doesn't think of me that way. Sugar, now I'm crying.

Haha, beat ya to it Pat! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 14, 2004, 02:23 PM: Message edited by: weaver ]

Bob-

BP is Benny Parsons

NASCAR Winston Cup Career: 1964, 1969-88

The former taxi cab driver was the NASCAR Winston Cup Series champion in 1973. He earned 21 NASCAR Winston Cup wins and 20 pole positions. His championship season was one of endurance in that he won only one race (second-place finisher Cale Yarborough won four times in the 28-race season and David Pearson won 11 times but ran only 18 events) but drove the most miles. Two of his biggest wins came at the 1975 Daytona 500 and the 1980 Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway. Parsons was the first NASCAR Winston Cup competitor to qualify for a race faster than 200 mph, which he did for the 1982 Winston 500 at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway with a speed of 200.176 mph. After retiring from competition after the 1988 season, Parsons went on to become a highly respected analyst on NASCAR racing telecasts, winning an NASCAR Emmy in 1996. He also hosts a nationally syndicated radio program on Performance Racing Network . Parsons was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and the Court of Legends at Charlotte Motor Speedway in 1994.

He's now a commentator for NBC's coverage. Nice guy but couldn't fit in a racecar anymore! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yes Robbie - if you can't be handsome, then at least be handy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Seriously Believer is right, major love deposits for me when my guy offers to do stuff around my house. He's very handy, and that is what I love most about him, well that and he loves kids, and other stuff that I won't get into here.

Robbie -

duh!! who cares?

KY -

You can stop your blubbering now.

Boy I tell ya - these softhearts on here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Okay, nobody can post as fast as me -

so I'm back to making Kimmy's famous enchilada's, and let me tell you it is the BEST sauce I have tasted.

Did you make them Believer?

Weaver you do post quick, probably because your server only has you, nobody else has a computer up there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm done crying, now Robby has bored me to death with his Nascar, stuff.

Weaver, that is so going to get edited. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Evolution of the stock car: Part I

Throughout the 53-year history of NASCAR, its race cars have been transformed from road-going, lumbering true "stock" cars into the sleek, technologically advanced machines that we see today on ultra-modern speedways. In tracing the evolution of the cars that we know today as the Winston Cup Series, it's necessary to go back to the beginnings of NASCAR and its "Strictly Stock Division."

When NASCAR was formed in 1948, there was a definite shortage of new cars in the post-war era. The feeling was that race fans wouldn't stand for new cars being beat up on a race track while they were driving a rattletrap pre-war automobile, so "Modified" cars were the early staple of NASCAR racing.

However, in 1949, NASCAR president Bill France Sr. re-visited the idea of racing the cars that people actually drove on the street -- late model family sedans. Since no other racing organization had seized the idea, France figured it might take root and create added interest. The success of the modern Winston Cup Series proves he was correct. From the racers' perspective, putting a race car together was not a high-dollar deal. If a brand-new Buick sold for about $4,000, due to the lack of modification that could be done to it, the car could be raced for very little more of an investment.

In some instances, rental cars were actually used as race cars by point-chasing drivers who had no locked-in "ride" for an event. Cars were typically either driven to the track or "flat-towed" behind pick-ups and family sedans.
Other than tweaking and tuning of the engine, nothing could be done to these early Strictly Stock cars. The window glass front, back and sides was intact. Ropes and aircraft harnesses were used as seat belts. Roll bars -- which were mandated in 1952 -- were neither required nor often installed.

One thing the strictly stock designation encouraged was a great diversity of manufacturers on the track. The first official Strictly Stock Division race had nine makes come to the line, including Buick, Cadillac, Chrysler, Ford, Hudson, Kaiser, Lincoln, Mercury and Oldsmobile.

Some of the biggest problems were tire; wheel and suspension failures brought on by stresses that were atypical of normal road use. These concerns brought about novel solutions such as one detailed by two-time Grand National (forerunner of Winston Cup) champion Tim Flock, who described a trap door in the floorboard of his race car that he could open with a chain to check right front tire wear.

"When the white cord was showing, we had about one or two laps left before the tire would blow," said Flock of the 'early-warning system.'
Due to the rough-surfaced dirt tracks that were predominant in the early days of the sport, the only modification that was allowed was a reinforcing steel plate on the right front wheel to prevent lug nuts from pulling through the rims on conventional wheels.

Otherwise, racing stock cars in the early days of the sport was very much a seat of the pants endeavor. But it was one that spawned innumerable legends of drivers who created them, literally, with their own hands, feet and indomitable wills and courage.

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Ky, I took care of it myself!

Hey you didn't even put an asterick in yours?

Go figure! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

PS I am now ignoring all your UP jokes, keep em coming if you want, but I will be ignoring them.

Hey Robbie -

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!

Evolution of a stock car: Part II

It all started with races on the famed Daytona beach/road course in the late 1940's. Throughout the 53-year history of NASCAR, its race cars have been transformed from road-going, lumbering true "stock" cars into the sleek, technologically advanced machines that we see today on ultra-modern speedways. In tracing the evolution of the cars that we know today as the Winston Cup Series, it's necessary to go back to the beginnings of NASCAR and its "Strictly Stock Division."

For a certain number of years, that concept certainly worked and, through the support of fans, competitors and manufacturers, it continued to thrive. But the variety of race tracks in use and the intensity of the competition level necessitated various modifications. While many of these were instituted "in the interest of safety," manufacturers found that there were ways to integrate "high performance" parts and pieces into their mainstream production line, thereby making these "hot" parts eligible for use in Grand National racing, the forerunner of the Winston Cup Series.

One of the first items produced specifically for stock car racing was a racing tire manufactured and distributed by the Pure Oil Company in 1952. Prior to that time, street tires were all that were available for racing applications.
Not everything that was developed through this period was an integral part of the cars themselves. Two-way radios were first used in a NASCAR race at the 1952 Modified-Sportsman race on the beach/road course at Daytona Beach, Fla. Their use developed until they became an indispensable piece of equipment on a Grand National race car.

In the early 1950s roll cages also made more of a widespread appearance. Tim Flock won the 1952 Modified-Sportsman race in Daytona Beach, but was disqualified due to his roll cage being made of wood. Although some novel uses of bed frames and other iron devices were created for roll bars, their use stiffened race car chassis and improved cars' performance.
One of the first major changes in race car development came in 1953, when the Oldsmobile, Lincoln and Hudson car companies introduced "severe usage" kits, primarily composed of suspension parts, in response to an alarming spate of failures to spindles, hubs, axles and other suspension pieces.

The manufacturers were also discovering that they could introduce high performance options in their street cars that would make them eligible for the race track. Hudson's "Twin H" carburetor setup was one such tweak that Hudson drivers used to win 22 of 37 races in 1953.
In 1955, Chevrolet and Ford, mirroring their intense spirit of competition that's displayed in 2001, also had factory-backed programs. But it was Chevrolet's introduction of the 355-cubic inch "small block" V8 engine that was one of the most significant developments in the history of stock car racing. That engine, with very minor changes, is still in use by General Motors race teams across the country in most racing series.
Through this period, Marshall Teague of Daytona Beach, one of racing's true innovators who was largely credited with bringing the Hudson Motor Car Company and Pure Oil into racing, pioneered the use of Chevrolet truck spindles and suspension parts when he was competing in AAA stock car racing. The giveaway that a car was running the heavier axles and beefier suspension components was a six-lugged wheel, not the typical five-lugged version.

Buick unveiled a major coup in 1957 when it had finned aluminum brake drums on its Buick Roadmaster. The car, made famous by Fireball Roberts, used a braking system that dissipated heat more efficiently due to the use of aluminum and the finned design.

As the decade of the 1950s began to come to close and the superspeedway era was about to dawn; GM made a major change to the frame design of its cars in 1958. It debuted an "x-frame" design with a coil spring rear suspension, departing from the "box frame" with leaf spring rear suspension that was more popular and better understood by the racers.

Consequently, very few 1958 Chevrolets were used; particularly early in the season, as the racers chose to go with what they were familiar with. However, innovative mechanic Henry "Smokey" Yunick had the system figured out and driver Paul Goldsmith won the final beach/road course race, using a 1958 Pontiac with the new design.

The newer setup would prove to be the "hot tip" on the big tracks that would begin to open with the advent of Daytona International Speedway in 1959.

It was the next step in the ongoing evolution of the Winston Cup stock car.

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Oh good grief, I know you are the mayor and all, but nobody in their right mind could read that crud!

psst - I found a new C word, think it'll fly?

Evolution of a stock car: Part III

While a "superspeedway boom" occurred from 1959 to the early 1960s, with no less than four major speedways being built in Daytona Beach, Fla.; Hanford, Calif.; Concord, N.C.; and Hampton, Ga.; the automobile manufacturers -- who had signed an agreement that "got them out" of racing in 1957, gradually realized that to sell new cars, it certainly helped to win races.

Despite accruing the knowledge of what it took to win Grand National races, the period was interesting in that both engine and body configurations went through several "generations" and radical changes as race cars, by and large, matched what was pushed in the showrooms by the manufacturers.

One of the most interesting occurrences in 1959 came when the Ford Motor Company abandoned its "top of the line" Galaxy model to use its Thunderbird as the race car of choice. The Galaxy was a fairly bulky car that year, so Holman & Moody, Ford's acknowledged racing arm, built a "fleet" of T-Birds to compete in Grand National racing, the forerunner of the Winston Cup Series.

The T-Bird was lower and sleeker than the Galaxy but it still fell within the dimensional parameters set in the NASCAR rules...even though the car had been created as a "sports car" that was designed to compete with Chevrolet's Corvette.

Although the T-Bird continued to compete, Ford returned to its "premier" Galaxy Starliner model in 1960.

Conventional, full frame cars were still the norm as purpose-built tube frame race cars were still out on the Grand National horizon. Stories of race teams -- as Ray Fox's did in 1960 to win the Daytona 500 -- picking up cars from showrooms only days before races and converting them to race cars were commonplace.

In the General Motors' camp, teams had figured out the coil spring rear suspension setup that was introduced in 1958 and virtually everyone was running the 1959 Chevrolet on the big tracks, where it was particularly effective. This "light bulb" effect certainly led some to believe that the racers must have gotten some suspension geometry help from Detroit, but the manufacturers were still laying pretty low due to the Automobile Manufacturers Association (AMA) agreement that had disassociated them from the sport.

Through this period, of course, innovation often was the answer to necessity, and with many NASCAR races still conducted on dirt tracks and with pavement tracks sometimes coming apart, screens, grillwork and other protective devices were often de rigeur.

The early days found race teams not necessarily locked-into a particular manufacturer's model or even make. They were able to do some amazing things with cars that looked particularly unwieldy to the naked eye: Witness the monstrous Oldsmobile with which Lee Petty won the inaugural Daytona 500, which was a somewhat tank-like ride. Petty jumped back and forth between Chrysler and Oldsmobile in that time, depending on which car was more suited to the task at hand.

As the "superspeedway boom" era continued, manufacturers began to pay more attention to aerodynamics. The 1963 Ford Fastback Galaxy was used in the manufacturer's literature and was advertised as a race car. The 1960-61 Starliner had what was actually an effectively aerodynamic roofline. In fact, with the 1962 car a pretty boxy proposition, Fred Lorenzen ran a 1962 Galaxy with a 1961 Ford roof in a one-shot deal for the Atlanta 500 -- and won the race in the car's only appearance.

General Motors had a grip on the Grand National championship in the early 1960s, with Rex White and Ned Jarrett winning titles in 1960-1961 in Chevrolets and Joe Weatherly copping the titles in 1962-1963 -- primarily in Pontiacs. In the 1961-1962 season Pontiac won more races than any manufacturer in the history of the Grand National Division in consecutive years: 52.

Mercury added a twist to the manufacturers' battle when it entered racing in a bigger way in 1963 with its Marauder model. Bill Stroppe, the West Coast's answer to Holman & Moody, handled the Mercury competition program with a similar assembly line approach. Unknown newcomer Billy Wade swept four straight races in 1964 driving a Mercury.

Mercury prompted the switch of legendary NASCAR car owner Bud Moore to the Ford Motor Co. camp when Moore -- in the absence of significant support from General Motors -- switched from Pontiac to Mercury. Weatherly took the 1963 championship but had to pick-up rides for most of the year. Ford scored another coup when it grabbed Fireball Roberts, who won his first race for Ford in 1963 at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway. The swapping of personnel is one part of stock car evolution that has been around since the beginning.

Shock development, which today is acknowledged as critical to race car performance, also experienced more emphasis in the early 1960s. The popular "Air Lift" shocks were being phased out and Monroe and Gabriel became heavily involved in shock development for racing applications.

Tire development also continued. Firestone was the dominant tire company, but Goodyear was involved to a limited degree. Increasing speeds made these developments important.

The end of this period also brought an end to one unique item. Through the early 1960s, Lorenzen still used a trap door in the driver's compartment to check tire wear. By 1965, however, nobody used the device that was once a favorite of dirt track competitors.

Another significant advance during this period occurred as roll cage structures began to become a more integral part of the car and as such, were used to stiffen the chassis and improve a car's handling as well as serving as vital protection.

A variety of triangulated bars, from front to back, across the mid-section of the car and also in the doors were as much to stiffen and strengthen the cars as they were to serve as protection. There was a tremendous amount of flex inherent in the "x-frame" cars used in the 1958-60 period. Smokey Yunick was one of the first car builders to use the roll cage as an integral part of the car's chassis.

Ford had unleashed the flow of relatively open factory support when it repudiated the AMA agreement in 1962. While General Motors remained mostly silent, within a few weeks Chrysler announced it would develop "high performance" parts for stock car racing.

Another big issue of this period was in the engine compartment.

Noted mechanic Fox was the mastermind behind Chevrolet's so-called "mystery engine," a 427-cubic inch "high lift" high performance piece that would replace the 409-cubic inch engine that was often referred to as a "boat anchor" because of its weight. Yunick, the other half of the legendary mechanical pair that lived in Daytona Beach, was also involved in the development of that engine.

While much of the mystique of this engine was as much hype as it was fact, at the time Ford claimed it spent $1 million chasing the development curve on Chevy's powerplant. Junior Johnson, driving Fox's 1963 Chevrolet, sat on a lot of front rows with the combination, but as had often been the case with other potent mixes, in most cases the car was either a top-5 finisher or it broke.

Among the team's accomplishments in 1963 was sweeping the front row for the Firecracker 400 at Daytona International Speedway, with Johnson and G.C. Spencer doing the honors.

The "engine wars" reached a peak when in 1964 Richard Petty brought a Plymouth hemispherical combustion chamber engine, or "hemi," and cleaned house at Daytona, including winning the first of seven Daytona 500s. The Plymouth and Dodge body styles had been streamlined somewhat first. The hemis: Plymouth's "Super-Commando" and Dodge's "Hemi-Charger" now had an appropriate platform in which to sit.

The engine had first been produced in the early 1950s, but had been shelved with the AMA ban in 1956. Chrysler engineers also came up with a double rocker arm system used in conjunction with the hemi heads. This combination, which created a free-breathing combustion chamber, produced a good bit of top end horsepower, particularly on high-speed facilities.

Ford came back with its "tunnel port" 427-cubic inch engine. And Ford had a very well handling race car. Following the Daytona 500, the fourth point race of the season, Ford won 11 out of the next 15 races -- 13 of which were on short tracks. Plymouth and Dodge won two races apiece in that stretch.

As was the case in many other aspects of racing, NASCAR kept a close eye on these developments and took action, as it became necessary. The repercussions from that highlighted the next period in the evolution of a stock car.

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And KY, just for the record my computer is fast because I do weekly maintenance on it. Like defragment the files and what not.

Can you say the same??????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I'm done crying, now Robby has bored me to death with his Nascar, stuff.

<hr /></blockquote>Oh! I'm sorry Jelly! I thought you said "riveted!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Nascar sucks

Bring it on, Mayor.

Who is this DipiT character?

Another Pat I suppose!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

SerendipT!

HI!!!! Nice to see you!

Nothing personal, but I am now logging off. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

HEY!!! WEAVER...NOOOO....COME BACK.

Anyone...anyone...Bueller.

Kimi - No enchiladas yet, but maybe tonight.

Gosh, I think we are going on day 2 without Justuss popping in here. Must be because we are talking about marriage building.

Where's Fraggles, the bartender. She is really falling down on the job.

Pat....wth?

You are in big big trouble buster.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 Pat....wth?

You are in big big trouble buster. <hr /></blockquote>Feeling froggy??

Go ahead and JUMP!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Believer.... I know there can be some serious nastiness to WS on here. Thats one reason I'm trying to start Squid in a an email relationship with some of teh girls on here first.

She's doing great but not sure she's up to strangers who only know what I've told them ( or what they can be bothered to read)judging her a slut or whatever.

FFS If I dont judge her a slut what right does anyone else ( OM GF apart) have to do that ???????Anyhoo...

KY, squid walked her own path to get where she is, the same as you did. Committing a sin is easy, recovering from it takes faith, grit and love.

I pray Squid has as much as you do. {{{ky}}}

* Robby is nascar the oval circuit racing with no corners ?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:


* Robby is nascar the oval circuit racing with no corners ? <hr /></blockquote>Mostly. There are 2 road courses! Would you like a season run thru? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I hope your squid does come here! There are no labels in Idiotville, but she would have to get a job!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{BP & Squid}}}}}

Jump Jump Jump Jump!!!!!

BRING IT ON!!!!!!!!!!

You are scared...and you KNOW what I am talking about...hiding are you???

Well Robby, Squid is...
* A clinical nursing specialist (Honcho nurse)
* 3rd Dan Karate instructor
* International referee ( that sucks as OM is the head of reffing in UK so that may not be the best job !)
* She makes her own greeting cards & stationery. Lovely too !
* She makes wonderful cross stitch rug* She loves and knows a lot about wine

THATs THE JOB ! idiotville wine store owner ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

cheers robby <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Robby, I'm going to report that stock car post to Pat as the most boring thing I've ever seen. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

j/k

The Dean keeps catching me smoking outside. We're allowed to but I keep wanting to put the cigarette behind my back and pretending I'm just getting some fresh air. Dean's tend to have that affect.

Our local radio station had a poll about hugging. They asked men to ring in and say whether when they hugged women they could feel their boobs and did it turn them on.

All the men who rang in said yes to both so I've been very careful how I hug men from then. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm at work and illegally posting. Oooooooh.

Jen

Bob - She would have to get a job here. No slackers. But hey, we do need a wine expert.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 The Dean keeps catching me smoking outside. We're allowed to but I keep wanting to put the cigarette behind my back and pretending I'm just getting some fresh air. <hr /></blockquote>I've been told that smoking IS fresh air!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!!!

BTW, why the "." behind your name now?

Not trying to be picky but I remember another poster who did that and I never understood it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 You are scared...and you KNOW what I am talking about...hiding are you??? <hr /></blockquote>Sniffing glue today DipiT?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

No clue what you're talking about! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

The . is because when you go back to your original name the powers that be tell you that the name is already registered to another user so you have to put something extra in, first the 2, which looked silly then I thought of putting a . which was accepted.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 The . is because when you go back to your original name the powers that be tell you that the name is already registered to another user so you have to put something extra in, first the 2, which looked silly then I thought of putting a . which was accepted.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>OH!

That'll teach ya!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Weaver my ST defrags all the time.

Jen, wanna hug???

Did you report Robby yet, he is killing me.

DipiT, long time no see. We have been angels. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I think Robby is challenging you. SPILL IT!!!!! Share the dirt, come on, SHARE!!!

[ November 14, 2004, 03:21 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jen, wanna hug??? <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hi!!

Robby - ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ!!!! Good grief.

LIT - Welcome to MB. I'm a Texas girl, too - so is NG. What part of the state are you from? I'm in the East Texas area - 60 miles north of Houston. Melodylane I think is from East Texas too. I might be wrong about that. My memory isn't what it used to be. I don't think she comes to Idiotville much.

Jelly , I am jealous of your nap. Had to take kids on an overnight trip for school. My kids behaved great. Went to bed and behaved, but one of the other schools had kids running up and down the halls and knocking on doors until 3 a.m.
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Then I got home about 10:30 last night and caught up on the doings of Idiotville. Finally finished reading all I had missed at about 12:15.

Would love to speed my computer up - how do you get rid of fragmented files, etc.???

By the way, stupid is not the same as idiot. We are all idiots, but we are not stupid. Neither are you. (I forgot who said that on an earlier page. Just wanted to set the record straight.)

Well, the son and the Iceberg just returned from the Hill County Deer expedition this weekend. Must get off computer now and go try to be friendly while being ignored.

Oh no, not another TEXAN!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

You're killin me!

BTW, LIT already laid claim to "wine taster" or did she really say "whine taster"?

Well maybe that's different than wine expert, what do I know anyway.

Except enough already with the TEXAN'S!

Next thing ya know Mel will be on here sprouten her "don't mess with Texas" and "EVERYTHING'S bigger in Texas" stuff.

BLAH, BLAH, BLAH!

Starz, I'ld tell you about the computer mainenance stuff, but I can't remember where everything is off hand. I usually just go there.

Make sure you go to tools in internet explorer and delete your temp files and cookies atleast every couple of weeks.

Then go to control panel at start and go into mainenace and performance. You'll see all the options.

BP-

Tell squid I'll take a case of Opus One 1996 and a case of Gaja 1998 Langhe Nebbiolo Costa Russi
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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 BP-

Tell squid I'll take a case of Opus One 1996 and a case of Gaja 1998 Langhe Nebbiolo Costa Russi
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>You must have deep pockets for a case of classic vintage opus one !!!!!!

Never heard of the other one, but Nebbiolo is the heavy, tannic-rich grape used in Barolo in Italy isn't it? Is it a rich red ?

Squids a white fan mostly - white burgundies and ( especially) New Zealand Sauvignon Bancs.

Me? I drink what put in front of me ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 You must have deep pockets for a case of classic vintage opus one !!!!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Um. NO deep pockets currently...

Didn't SAY I was gonna PAY for it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Weaver - thanks for the info - I will try it in a minute.

Yes, more TEXANS!!! Frankly, the whole state is made up of idiots. You're lucky they aren't all over here. We might need to have a Texas Idiotville get together and drink Margaritas!!! - until our noses go numb!!!!

I was right. I am being mostly ignored. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:

I was right. I am being mostly ignored. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>That sucks!!!

Did you try the deer tick trick? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am used to it. What this about deer ticks? I can guess, but what's the ploy?

I thought you were the one that told that joke....

guess not! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Bob, after watching the slanging match going on between mom & dad to 3 boys, are you sure you want Squidy to enrol here. If you are both doing really well in your recovery, it might do more harm than good. Just a maybe ...
TT

Hey you guys - back for the moment....

Starz - Howdy from TX. I am in the big D....haven't spent much time east of Houston (plenty in Houston), but did a little teaching stint at a camp (riflery and nature - how's that for a contradiction! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) in Marshall, TX. About as "east" as you can get from here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Texan by birth, Aggie by grace of God <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob P - I am the "official whine taster," but I would love to have a wine expert. Your Squid could be my supervisor (since I know SQUAT about wine). We would get along great, considering I am also a FWW who was wanting to save her M. (OK, so I am in plan D/B - but still)

Also wanted to say that you might have her start posting on the "Recovery" board rather than here first. It is where I started posting back in June 2003, and I have to admit that I have been nothing but supported there. Mainly b/c I was a FWW who wanted to save the M. JMVHO

Weaver - and yes, everything really IS bigger in Texas <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEE HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

Warning Warning - boring Nascar post coming!

Hey Robby - who is your driver? I'm a Martin fan and a Little E fan myself.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by wantedout:
 Warning Warning - exciting Nascar post coming!

Hey Robby - who is your driver? <hr /></blockquote>Junior is my Boy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Grew up watching his dad in North Carolina. Best race I've ever seen was Dale's last win at the Winston 500 at Talladega. He went from 18th. to first in the last 5 laps!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LIT- OMG, an Aggie!!!!

It's ok, I live about 60 miles east of Mecca (College Station) and I can deal with it!

Big D is not so far - been there many times, many relatives and friends that live there.

Well, big blowup over supper tonight - I'll post on another thread.

Gig 'em <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I did drive a couple of times from CS to NOLA - would you have been on that route?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Well, big blowup over supper tonight - I'll post on another thread. <hr /></blockquote>Starz, so sorry to hear. I will look for your post. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I am 60 miles east where highway 30 intersects with 45. Great place to live. Isn't this a great place also? Idiotville is perfect. There is no conflict, no strife, no unhappiness. Just laughter and teasing and lots of fun. I can't seem to get through a day without this place. Welcome. We do have a language problem, but the mods are fixing that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

My other thread is posted. Rough night.

You're gonna make us leave the Idiotville compound?

For you, starz, I will! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Idiotville is the BEST! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thanks, Robby - no need to leave the compound. Just know that there is another wonderful place around that if Idiotville gets closed down, you all can come here. I've got lots of acres. I will share with my friends. How would you like a place on a hill overlooking a tree-lined creek flowing with water and deer chasing and playing in the grass and squirrels chattering and fussing at you every time you walk out on your porch? Owls hang in the tree and hoot at night, and the moon is big and bright and you can see all the stars and enjoy the breeze at night and the crisp air. You can walk the hills here and tread the same ground that Sam Houston and my ancestors walked on as they planned the Texas Revolution. You can raise cattle and pigs and children in safety - no drugs or gangs, and family is still the strongest influence in a child's life. And no matter what happens, you will always be able to raise food and have meat and know that you will be able to provide for yourself and your family. That is where I live and the heritage I was raised with. My son has been raised with this same love of the land and the incredible gift that has been given to him.

That's what is so sad - The person I wanted to share this with is going under for the third time -- and I don't know how to save him.

So in case the mods close us down someday, all of Idiotville can move here. Gosh, we'd have a great time. There are enough good cooks on this site that we'd all become fat. And we've already got all the jobs filled. We'd run pretty smooth, I think. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

What does LIT stand for? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

My guess was Living In Texas. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Please pray for me and my H.

Starz <hr /></blockquote>Wow starz...

I sure will!

I don't know if it's good or bad. I hope it's good! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> But calling a man out on his own BS can take time. Like any good conditioner you may need to rinse and repeat.

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Thanks, Robby. I am so tired of all this drama. I have never been a "game playing" person - Some women like this kind of stuff and all the jr. high antics that go with this kind of stuff. I am not one of them. I am a kind of straightforward person. Subterfuge is not my style. Well, que sera, sera. Whatever will be, will be. It is time for me to stand up and say, "You make your choices. I will stand for what is right, I will stand for my marriage vows, and I will continue to be a good and decent person no matter what you do." I only wish he knew how much I loved him. I know you feel the same way about your W. I will pray tonight for both our marriages.

I like your stlye, starz!!

I'm still waiting for that steak!

Have shovel, will travel!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good morning from sunny, Freezing England ! * shiver* ( actually its only about 2 degrees c so not exactly GENUINELY freezing!

I have a horrible feeling that I should've gone to our holiday home and decommissioned it for the winter this weekend....I'll HAVE to do it soon else the pipes will freeze and burst.

Still, I get my li'l sports car back from the bodyshop today so I can hopefully drive down in that !!!!!!!!!!

Boyz and their toyz!!

Just as an aside, in Hong Kong, where I reside, (I'm a poet and I didn't knowet!) a BS is legally entitled to KILL the OW providing she uses only her bare hands. Read that in the newspaper this week so it must be true. Is this true of the States as well? I know France has some legal loopholes for 'crimes of passion' too.

Years ago, my best friend in England found out her boyfriend was married (he'd lied to her for months). You'll be pleased to know she didn't kill him but she followed him around for weeks in her car. Every other day she let down the air in his tyres. This was a very big deal because he was a driving instructor. At the time, I thought she was petty but now, this just makes me smile <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> . It's tea-time in Asia so I'm off for now. TT

Starz, I want to come!!!

I lived in Texas when I was 25/26. Lived in Carollton, right outside of Dallas and worked at the small private airport in Dallas for Pumpkin Air. I was air ground radio communications, which means the pilots would radio me and tell me to call their wives and tell them what time they would be home for dinner, etc.

I also lived in Oklahoma working at a club for about a year. Loved Oklahoma, especially the people. Had to come back up here to BFE to take care of my dad after that. Then I got pregnant and now can't leave because of a court order keeping DD's dad and me in the same town. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

So I tease the Texan's but really I love them.

RIGHT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

TT,

I love what that BS did to her WS with the tires. Wish I had the guts to behave that way. Here you would go to jail for that kind of behavior though! And killing them? NOOOOOO, definately a no no in the states.

Good morning! Have to do this really quick, so I can get my hiney off to work!

(((((((((((((starz)))))))))))))))))))) - hang in there girl!

Robby - LIT stands for Lost In Texas....it was my original posting name. I was a foggy FWS during my first post. I got sufficiently 2X4ed, and straightened right up. At one point, I thought I was found, but then I realized it was a false recovery for STBXH and I....he was in his EA. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Bob P - sports cars <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> A little passion of mine. What little piece of heaven do you drive over there in frigid E?

TT - haven't met you yet, but where in Asia are you? Hope you have a great afternoon and night!

L.I.T. - lost in time? love is tough?

Hey, Is there a prize for the 1002 post???

Semper Fi,
RIF90

LIT -

Do you realize you had the 1000th post in Idiotville??????

That is hugh, that is monumental, that is not fair. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I would have had it but you beat me to it.

Not fair, not fair, not fair!

RIF,

you caught that? Wow you are smooth aren't ya, you lurker you!

When you going to join Idiotville?

You would fit right in you know <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok... you caught me... took me two days to read all of the posts!

So what are the 'rules'... I've been called an idiot before, does that count???

You have to state three idiotic things you have done recently.

You have to find a job.

And Robbie is the Mayor!

Ok...

1) I plugged a new 4-prong dryer plug into the wall before I hooked it up to the dryer... knocked me across the room and tripped all of the breakers!
2) I poured 5 quarts of oil in my truck once and left the drain plug out... nothing like 5 quarts of 10W40 all over the carport!
3) I didn't respond quick enough when my W asked if she looked "fat" in her new outfit...

Does the village have a city engineer? I'm an engineer and we're responsible for fixing all of the 'stuff' here on the base...

.... and Robby is the mayor!

Semper Fi!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
1) I plugged a new 4-prong dryer plug into the wall before I hooked it up to the dryer... knocked me across the room and tripped all of the breakers!
<hr /></blockquote>LMAO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So Mr. Mayor... does this mean that I'm "IN"????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
 1) I plugged a new 4-prong dryer plug into the wall before I hooked it up to the dryer... knocked me across the room and tripped all of the breakers!
2) I poured 5 quarts of oil in my truck once and left the drain plug out... nothing like 5 quarts of 10W40 all over the carport!
<hr /></blockquote>Dear RIF90,

We would like to thank you for taking the time to explore new career opportunities within Idiotville.

Our hiring process is highly competitive, and we had to narrow our consideration to other candidates who more closely fit the position requirements. Because Idiotville's continuing growth is creating many new exciting opportunities, we encourage you to continue to explore opportunities within our organization.

What am I saying?!?

YOU'RE IN!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF-

Of course you are IN, you sound like a great idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We have a mayor, a queen, a teacher/sniper, an attorney general, a road commissioner, a warden, a cook/exterminator, a whine taster, the town drunk, a loose lady, and I forget what else.

We need an engineer!

Welcome

And don't forget about me...I'm the Surgeon General.

Surgeon Generals Warning:

Red wine acts as an antioxidant and counteracts the negative effects of smoking.

So open up a bottle of delicious red wine and...

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!

RIF - I saw your picture with your rifle. There is still room on the sniper team. You gotta be a crack shot like Starz. Can you hit a target five feet in front of you?

L.I.T. Pay attention will you.
"Just as an aside, in Hong Kong, where I reside".

I love being an idiot. One of these days I will get on that plane to USA and meet some of you other idiots. I think we should start planning now for a 2006 MB Idiots Gathering. I reckon we could have a blast. What say you, idiots? Have any of you lot seen "Love Actually". I love the British guy who goes off to USA to seek fun and love and strikes it lucky. I think with my English accent, I could do very well there!

This weekend I saw "Shall We Dance". It was a fun, nonsense film with Richard Gere and JLO and Susan Sarandon. Had a good cry at the end. I don't know if it was meant to be sad but RG's wife thinks he's having an A and it was too close to home. Most of the people in the cinema probably thought I was an idiot (And they were right! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ).

love being an idiot. One of these days I will get on that plane to USA and meet some of you other idiots. I think we should start planning now for a 2006 MB Idiots Gathering. I reckon we could have a blast.

Count me in TT!

Hi Weaver, that makes two of us. Let's see what the rest of the gang have to say. I will start saving now. TT

I'm in!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Me too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />1) I plugged a new 4-prong dryer plug into the wall before I hooked it up to the dryer... knocked me across the room and tripped all of the breakers!
2) I poured 5 quarts of oil in my truck once and left the drain plug out... nothing like 5 quarts of 10W40 all over the carport!
3) I didn't respond quick enough when my W asked if she looked "fat" in her new outfit... <hr /></blockquote>Hee hee - I'd say those "idiotic" things qualify you to be here.

So, Weaver, Tummytuck, Robby13 and Believer. I shall go dark on this subject but, I swear, if I am still posting and enjoying all of your company by the end of 2005, I will get over there and you will meet me. This is an order!! I reckon I could rope in Anyname as well. I love enchiladas and margaritas so I know I will fit in. TT

Oooh, I just saw I started page 69. Now there's a number! (You can tell I'm not getting any!)

I am sitting here pissing myself laughing whilst staring at this stupid screen. What is going on?

{{{{{{{{{{IDIOTS}}}}}}}}}}
"manly" hugs and b00b feelin' and all!

OK, that wasn't too MB now was it, but I was just paraphrasing . now!

Day 5, and going strong! Big tests start today--I want have brown with me. I will be OK though! (Right?)

Wow! We've grown! RIF!! Welcome!

I'd give individual "Hi!'s" out, but I'd know--being an idiot--I would forget someone!

Got my Dr's appt today--will probably need to get blood work before meds. Also have to take D (3yo) to get b/w too. (This whole pica thing.) Dr. originally scheduled for 12/21, but when I explained sit, it's Thur.

Anyway, Happy Monday everyone!

Hey, you all could come to California. Very nice here, then we could also go to Mexico.

I can't speak for brown, but would love to say "We are in too!" POJA, right?!?!?

(For the record, count us in!!!!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY - get on those meds right away. They will help. Have a great day!

Oooh, I just saw I started page 69. Now there's a number! (You can tell I'm not getting any!)

Hey, there is many of us here not getting it (atleast not on a regular basis <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

So nix the sex talk, (please)

Oh yes, lets go to CA and then Mexico!!!!

Idiot question:
With all of these cooks and bakers here...Does anybody own the Betty Crocker catalogue? (We--OK--I--have been saving these points for literally years and don't know if it's worth getting.)

Mornin Y'all!

Welcome to RIF!! Looks like you'll fit right in! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

To the other newbies, you guys did an awesome job keepin the thread up this weekend...believe it or not, we've actually fallen to page 2 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> on the weekends, but, well, only once or twice - somebody usually jumps in and bumps it up, but, well, you guys just kept it moving all weekend...AWESOME!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin Justuss - looks like we were pretty good this weekend, huh?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{Idiotville}}} hope you all have a great day!! Love and Prayers to you all!

PS - Quote for the day:

He who has God and everything, has no more than he who has God alone. ~C.S. Lewis

And, just for fun: <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst, for they are sticking to their diets. ~Bob Phillips

Happy Monday Y'all! ~LemonDash

I do fancy New York too. But, hey, I'm a tourist. We'll worry about the agenda later. TT

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 RIF - I saw your picture with your rifle. There is still room on the sniper team. You gotta be a crack shot like Starz. Can you hit a target five feet in front of you? <hr /></blockquote>Only if I've got my glasses on... anybody got any hand grenades?

NY? Brown and I don't have that much room in the new place! But, any of our Idiot friends are welcome--anytime!

I'm cool with NY too!

Hi YL, thanks for the quote, especially the first one! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Liny -

Is this day 5 brother?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Liny -

Is this day 5 brother?<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Gotta get ready for the Dr. (Hate drs.) I'll check in later.

Have a great day everyone!

{{{{{idiots}}}}}}

Congrats on an edit=free weekend!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks Justuss!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Wow, so does this mean you can come in here and talk to us too...

Inquiring minds still want to know - Male or Female??

(We don't like the other titles, but do like to keep appropriate boundaries with m/f friendships here) Any info you'd provide would be great <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> then, you can edit it out - that's what we like after all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Justuss:
 {{{{{idiots}}}}}}

Congrats on an edit=free weekend!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Well I'll be F............labberhasted !!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi, everyone - Justuss, you too!!

On my fourth cup of coffee this a.m. - I slept like a baby list night - no guilt, no worry. This is a major step for me (read my other thread - "H went ballistic" if you want to know)

Of course, two margaritas helped, too. The iceberg returned home around 10 p.m. It was once again very cold in the bed. No thaw this a.m. either. His loss.

LINY - what do you hate about the Dr.?? You need my doctor, maybe. The thing I hate worst about the Dr. is waiting and waiting and waiting....

Idiotville is growing by leaps and bounds! Zounds!! Screaming Yellow Zonkers!! (Anybody here old enough to remember Screaming Yellow Zonkers?? I thought not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

It figures Idiotville rocked all weekend while I was away. If I had been in town, there would have been no one here. As it is, I had lots to read. Can't keep up and still do anything else.

Well, have a great day - I'll be around off and on.

Hey Starz - just finished reading your other thread...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Does this mean I am making progress? <hr /></blockquote>sounds to me like you are ...I'm sorry for your hurt, but it sounds like you handled this one rather well. You got some good advice, to continue on in your current route, and, I have to agree with the poster that said "ask God to deal with him" - God can bring him back, when nothing else seems possible...Prayers to you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Freaks!

I vote NY. We could all get a couple of rooms (like the good ole college days) and sleep on blankets, sleeping bags, etc on the floor). A girls room and a boys room (easy Justus...and ST).

Where's Jelly?

Anyone miss me?

Robby, YOU ARE STILL IN TROUBLE!!

If you read my other thread, by the way, it will assure a lifetime membership in Idiotville. I am a bonafide, class A, certified, IDIOT.

Hi freaks.

Hey, wait, I already said that!

RIF...welcome. I am the town fashion consultant, although, I want a new title.

ROBBBBBBBBBBBYYYYYYY (said in a whiney voice). I want a new title. Can I be the town PR Rep? PLUUUUUUHHHHHHHHHEASE????? It would utilize my skills more better. After all, I think I am more than qualified to represent idiots in a press setting. PLLUUUUUUUUUHHHHHHHHEASE? I could create ads for idiotville, etc?

PLUHHHHHHHHHHHEASE? If you do not say yes, I will not ever ever forgive you.

No pressure. Take your time on a decision.

I love it!!

"I will never forgive you" No pressure.

LOL!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 RIF...welcome. I am the town fashion consultant, although, I want a new title.

<hr /></blockquote>So tell me, oh great fashion consultant... what colors go well with tan??? I'm looking at updating my wardrobe before I go home on R&R in a couple of weeks!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 ROBBBBBBBBBBBYYYYYYY (said in a whiney voice). I want a new title. Can I be the town PR Rep? PLUUUUUUHHHHHHHHHEASE????? It would utilize my skills more better. After all, I think I am more than qualified to represent idiots in a press setting. PLLUUUUUUUUUHHHHHHHHEASE? I could create ads for idiotville, etc?

PLUHHHHHHHHHHHEASE? If you do not say yes, I will not ever ever forgive you.

No pressure. Take your time on a decision. <hr /></blockquote>If you follow ark's advice TONIGHT the job is yours!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I bought a wonderful camouflage jacket , but i can't find it !!!!!!!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
Only if I've got my glasses on... anybody got any hand grenades? <hr /></blockquote>That's classified!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Bob,

You should have gotten the camo jacket that beeps when you clap your hands... comes in real handy when you leave it laying around....

Just make sure that your buddies don't clap their hands when the bad guys are around!

I bought a wonderful camouflage jacket , but i can't find it !!!!!!!!!!

Did you also buy a "to die for" pair of shoes, and a "fabulous" scarf to match! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Psst - you're too cute!

RIF: hmmmm...tan pants....how bout a yellow and green polka dotted shirt?

Lemme add that I was voted the town fashion consultant because one day I forgot to pack my dress shoes in my bag before heading to the gym, and showed up at work in white flip flops with my black skirt, instead of my black pumps. It is all relative at Idiotville, ya know.

Or you can opt for Robby's Tuesday wardrobe (something we like to call Mayorial Cross Dressing Tuesday).

S-T,

hmmm... last time I checked, we're still under the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"... so Robby's choices are out... ha ha ha

I have a wonderful selection of brown t-shirts, but no yellow & green polka dotted ones...

Well, it's 2230 so I'd better hit the sack... see all of you idiots tomorrow!

Semper Fi....

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Just walked out to the garage, ST has his truck all tore apart. The mans mind amazes me, how does he know how to fix that kind of stuff??

<hr /></blockquote>Jelly - with your logical female mind: think of it this way. It' s a puzzle. A grand wonderful, working puzzle and if he figures it out just so....then it works.

I take the same analogy when it comes to everything. We all fit in a grand puzzle that God thought up. Men and women, down to the lovely beasties that grow in our bellies to help us to digest our food. Take a piece or two out of the puzzle and the whole picture falls apart.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh no, not another TEXAN!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Weaver, you know you love us more than you love your luggage.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Aggie by grace of God <hr /></blockquote>Aggie by the grace of, "I can't go anywhere but where there are jar heads at an Ag college."

Sorry. You opened it up. Don't worry...ya'll have a kick [censored] natatorium (not that Ags can swim or anything) and are most gracious to let Special Olympics use it for their competetions.

Hook Em Horns.

(BTW: I've kissed one or two very sweet and smart Aggies, so I feel I can comment)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Big D is not so far <hr /></blockquote>Would rather have my gums scraped daily for the rest of my life than to have to go that far North.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Idiot question:
With all of these cooks and bakers here...Does anybody own the Betty Crocker catalogue? (We--OK--I--have been saving these points for literally years and don't know if it's worth getting.)
<hr /></blockquote>You can order a catalogue online my bro. My aunt got a very nice set of Oneida silver (course she saved forever). Just do a google search for BC.

NG said [censored]...ummmmm...I am gonna tell!!!

Puzzle is life.

I hate puzzles. This is because I have instant gratification syndrom (IGS for short). Unlike IBS, IGS does not cause gas with a greasy discharge, but it does stink.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Niosgirl:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Idiot question:
With all of these cooks and bakers here...Does anybody own the Betty Crocker catalogue? (We--OK--I--have been saving these points for literally years and don't know if it's worth getting.)
<hr /></blockquote>You can order a catalogue online my bro. My aunt got a very nice set of Oneida silver (course she saved forever). Just do a google search for BC. <hr /></blockquote>Well, duh, I'm an idiot, not stupid!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
I meant, in my idiot-language, was if anybody ordered it and actually gotten things from it (and how are the prices?)
Now, you were supposed to read my mind!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Did you also buy a "to die for" pair of shoes, and a "fabulous" scarf to match!<hr /></blockquote>Hey weaver: Back-off!!! The mayor doubles as a closet cross-dresser! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dr. went, uh...well, lemme say they are into acupuncture and all and "naturalism" so the thought of me being on drugs didn't fly over well but I gotem. (After listening to his 15 minute speech. Whatever.)

Then we (3yoD and I) got blood work done. She was so brave! She did so good!

Well, time for me to get ready for he11.

Idiot question of the day: "Hmmmmm....I wonder if my sons have rent today?"

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now, you were supposed to read my mind!

<hr /></blockquote>Oh Geeze. I didn't marry you...BROWN did. That's her job description, not mine.....

OY VEY!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I hate puzzles. This is because I have instant gratification syndrom (IGS for short). Unlike IBS, IGS does not cause gas with a greasy discharge, but it does stink.<hr /></blockquote>LOL, IGS, OC, IC, GA, FWH, & FA (take a guess! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Pannynuts

So...is this just too evil a gift?

You mean to tell me that all women aren't supposed to read minds?!?!?!?

Not unless we're overly fond of being sucked into a vacuum....

ROFLMAO!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO TRUE!!!!!!!!!!

Listen to me grasshoppers.

The senseii knows much of what she speaks of....

OMG you are funny!!

Where is everybody else? It must be daytime somewhere in the world.

Starz-

I'm here. I think everyone else is out doing the Monday night thing.

Your place sounds lovely. Too bad your WH can't appreciate it.

Monday Night Football? I can do that in my living room. I'm sure H will turn it on as soon as he comes home.

We're having salad for supper. Also made a pot of chili I will have tomorrow night. It's always better the 2nd day, just like soup and stew.

I hope it turns colder. Chili is no fun when it's hot outside. It will guarantee indigestion, though. Note to self: take extra medicine before indulging in chili.

GO IGGLES!!!

Back to work for me tomorrow to rest up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Only between 1/3 and 1/2 way done with the stupid shed/pole building/glorified barn. Why do I start these projects? They always take longer than expected.

Wow. Hey Mayor did the city planners account for the population growth when they installed the sewer system here? Maybe that's why Justuss/Pat was needed so much recently. Hi all/Bye all/C U Tomorrow.

Good evening? Night? OK....just Good, Idiotville <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Sorry I slacked on the dayshift....there was a horrible force called "work" dragging me into a complete fantasy named "real life".....God, it was dreaded!

TT:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> L.I.T. Pay attention will you.Just as an aside, in Hong Kong, where I reside <hr /></blockquote>Hey, I'm an Idiot.....what did you expect? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF - Welcome! I had a good friend in college who was a marine. He told me about his pinning ceremony....OUCH! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Weaver:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Do you realize you had the 1000th post in Idiotville?????? <hr /></blockquote>Nya, nya, nya, nya, nya...nya! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
OK, just kidding....one of you other "native" Idiots should have had it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> But I will gladly accept this award on behalf of my producer........ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NG - That's OK - I've kissed and enjoyed a few of you t-sips myself <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Now saw those horns off!

Hey Starz, Hey Believer!

So where's the party tonight.....I know I'm late, but I believe in being "fashionable" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Hey Idiots!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Let's go Cowboys !!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hardy har har, Mr. Mayor <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

L.I.T.

Former Marine here.... ready for the night shift as it's just now 0747 here in Afghanistan so I'll be up while you guys are sleeping!

How's everyone doing this evening? Bob should be reporting in soon...

RIF:

Big military fan, I am (best Yoda voice I can muster). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Use the force, RIF!

Thanking you guys for being out there - or as we like to say back in TX.......MUCHOS - GRASSY ( )( ). (That's a buttocks, btw - a big one at that! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ). Hmmmmmmm.....will I break the edit record? Hope not!

I am about to head out. Have a surgery to monitor tomorrow morning......at 07:15....means rise at 04:30 Ugh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Going to try to make it through the night WITHOUT waking up <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> . Difficult to do lately.....

Nighty Night Idiotville!

PS - Tell Bob that if he gets Squid here, and she does not want to work with me in the whine/wine business......I will give up my position and become the official car saleswoman.....if he can just get Squid here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF - Thanks for serving, and tell your friends that too. Bless you and the rest in that faraway country.

Nightshift here.

This is a bit of a downer post and doesn't really belong on Idiotville but I needed to talk to someone and I tell you guys everything.

Son's best friend rang him last night and told him he was separating from his w (married ONE YEAR) because he had feelings for someone else.

Well, H got up and left the room and I got all teary and said does he know what he's doing, does he know the devestation and pain he is going to cause.

I honestly don't think I can welcome that young man into my house again but that is so stupid given our circumstances.

Anyway, H was fine but he did say that any time something like that happens the elephant lands with a huge thump in the middle of the living room.

I'm not really looking for any comments just felt like I had to say something to you guys. I have ZERO tolerance for affairs these days.

Jen

Welp, I reckon I belong here tonight... almost midnight and I just ate an ice cream cone.

Maybe I should have a quick beer before bed...

Kiwi, you can't throw a rock without hitting adultery, can you? I've bumped into a few people now who, upon hearing about my situation, have said things like, "Yeah, me too, 20 years ago. Oh god was that horrible. I'm so sorry."

Mmmmm, Summit Extra Pale. Pffffffft!

GC

Hey GC, good to see you back here.

Not many people around Iditoville tonight.

And where's Jelly and ST?

And LINY and Bob my other nightshifers.

Jen

[ November 16, 2004, 12:03 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Hey Jen & GC ! I'm just setting out for another exhilarating 2 hour drive to London for two days of booooooooooooooooooooooring meetings.

I GOTTA find me another job !

Trouble is I'm paid too well and too secure to do anyting rash.

Just waiting for the painkillers to work on this headache and I'll set out on this frosty, dark morning.

Bob, I got the most daaahling ballet slippers. LOL.

Your what the BS feels thread was fantastic. I thought CJ's response was wonderful. I thought I might even add to it about what the WS goes through at the same time the BS is going through all their stuff.

Gosh, if I hadn't had a couple of wines (NZ's best) I'd do it now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

GC, you are doing SO much better than you were.

Jen

Thanks, Jen. Letting go of an attachment like this, even when you decide you need to, takes a while.

Bob, I need a secure, high-paying job. Mine is secure but the pay is not great. Not bad, but not enough for me to keep my house without taking some steps.

Maybe I should join a cover band. They make tons of money. The rest of us losers with our own songs just get ignored and have to play weeknight gigs for next to nothing and go to work the morning after. Boo hoo hoo hoo hoo!

GC

Don't you find you can't walk or dance in ballet pumps for long tho' jen ? ( I did fancy dress once so I know !! ) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I would LOVE to see an 'academic' description of what a WS feels at the same time as a BS. I think WS or BS you have to examine your hurt an then you can empathise for the 'other spouse' hurt too.

I know you know this but don;t write that stuf lightly, Jen. It nearly broke my heart writing that piece. Tears dripping off my chin. Took a day or so to get over fully.

And yes, Squid and I are doing great. Shes SO hurt and guilty though Jen...And it gets worse every day.

And theonly tool I have to help he with is love. I tell you what - this Plan A nonsense makes such sense once a couple start recovery its untrue.

Squid is unravelling right now but she's doing so in a CONSISTENTLY LOVING environment with a husband who is trying to empathise and love her to bits. We might not do this, but it all makes SO much sense from THIS side of NC.Ah well, better put some pants on and go to work !!!!!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> {{{jen}}}

* GC I know how blessed I am with my job. Anyone would love it.

Its just that it has very high demands of my time and focus and thats one way I contributed to a cr@p M before the A. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

In fact it was Squid's main justification for the A during the fog.

I'm trying to find a compromise at work. I'm sure I'll be OK.

[ November 16, 2004, 12:32 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Hey Jen, Bob, GC... and any other 'night-shifters',

How's everyone doing today? Bob, did you ever find the beeping camo jacket???

Hey RIF ! I guess the camoflage was just too effective !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF, bless you. Thanks for serving.

I'm on the night shift, but I have a job and live in the Central Time Zone, so this is not an acceptable hour for me to be tweedling around in I-ville. Nighty night,

GC

Hey guys and gals...guess it must be the new moon...don't feel like this (or I) belong in Idiotville tonight either.

Well, going on day 6...but I almost taunt myself by saying, "What for?"

I know it's only been a little more than a week, but, I don't know what more I can do to be the husband that I should've been to brown all these years.

Radical honesty, POJA's, affection, love, little notes, cards, any question she's asked I've answered as best I could--and I somehow don't think this is enough. I think she's had it. I really don't know what else to do.

OW is nothing; means nothing. Except a dark cloud over our recovery. She's a manipulator; immature; liar; and probably anorexic. (No--I'm not making fun--trying to be truthful.) And I fell for this ploy. Played along; trusted her over brown; did my own manipulating; and feel real f@#$ing stupid about it all. Who's more of an [censored]: her or me for buying into and going along with it like nothing's wrong?

I've given brown everything she needs--lately--but it just may be too late now.

I told her (although she says I didn't--I posted it first) that I had a few phone calls when contact started up again. And I even told her how long some of the conversations were. I didn't think I had these when I was on "vacation", but phone records don't lie: she pulled up the past bill and saw I was about a week off. I really didn't remember, but it hit her in the gut once again when two of the calls were on her birthday.

I really don't know where to go from here. I'm sorta thinking now, if I do leave (which she has told me in the past and even brought up D tonight), then maybe I will relieve some of her pain. If it will, I'll start packing yesterday.

I'm sorry for such a downer in Idiotville. You guys use this as an escape and it seems every which way I turn, I'm bringing someone down. I'll stop here.

Hey LINY,

Don't be so hard on yourself... recognized your past mistakes... learn from them and find ways to prevent doing them again in the future.

Ask Brown to help you... you guys are in this together...

In following the "rules" of Idiotville, I will not edit my post to nothing, BUT...
Reading others' posts, I am just pathetic. Period.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Ask Brown to help you... you guys are in this together... <hr /></blockquote>RIF, thanks for the vote of confidence. However, I don't know anymore if brown really wants the "together" part anymore. I really don't. And tonight was the first night I can say without any hesitation that this is the first time I think she "truly" meant it.

I'm gonna try to get some sleep now. (It's 3am now.) You take care of yourself over there, OK?

LINY... I'll be praying for you and Brown...

Hey, where are all of the idiots tonight???

Am I the only one on the night shift?

What About Bob?????

Hey RIF, how goes it?

It is 6 am here on Tuesday.

What is it tomorrow or yesterday in old Afhgan?

I'm going to try and get to work on time today.

Another day, another dollar! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Kimmy,

I made your famous enchilada's Sunday, and they were really, really good!

KY, LIT, Stars, SerendipT, Brown, Believer, Kiwi, YL, SS, SadFWW and all the other ladies of idiotville - kisses to you!!! You too Kimmy!

And to all the idiotville men, good morning salutes!!!

GOOD MORNING IDIOTVILLE!!!!!!!!!!

Stars,

How you doing on the computer maintenance?? I downloaded the new Windows Pack on my PC last night, and now it is running like a charm.

Do you have Windows XP? Or what version?

Lets get your PC working properly okay?

And LIT, you pay attention during that surgery today, you hear?

No daydreaming! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Goooooooooooood Moooooooooooorning!

Already here at work, about to get ready for the good 'ole back sur-g-er-y. Should only be about 5 hours long.......she is a long winded surgeon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Weaver.....I will do my best....If only I can quit thinking about Idiotville <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hello everyone! Hello nightshift (if you are still around)! Have a new employee to tote around with me today. Not sure he's ready for Idiotville yet, so I may be sparse <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Extra hugs for you, Liny & brown....

{{{{{Liny & Brown)))))

I'm running late! The rest of you are gonna have to settle for the hug trough! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

Good morning - morning crew!

It's 1700 here in A-stan and (or 1230Z) if anyone's interested in using "Idiot" time... they should have called it idiot time instead of zulu time....

Oh yeah, Hi Mr. Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

[ November 16, 2004, 06:35 AM: Message edited by: Rebuilding in Faith 90 ]

RIF,

Last night you said:

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
Former Marine here.... <hr /></blockquote>Q from one Marine to another..

What are you doing in Astan now? Contractor?

Hi Mr. Mayor!

I joined the Army ROTC (they offered to pay for my college - the Corps didn't)...

Spent 11 years on active duty... got out and stayed in the Army Reserves... My team has been here since April and we're due to rotate home in April 05...

There are lots of Marines here... Had a great Birthday Ball on 10 Nov...

Semper Fi - fellow Marine!

RIF - Is that 1700 on Tuesday? Oh by the way good morning.

Good Morning Idiotville <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Our internet is down once again at home. I am hoping it will be back up this afternoon. Our provider is doing a bunch of upgrading <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

We had a great weekend, We went to the MSU game to watch them kill WI <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It was great.

Yesterday was the opening day of deer season here in MI so all the kids had the day off. I worked Sunday night so I could help KY with the kids. I don't know how she can handle all those kids everyday, to stressful for me.

I hope you all have a great day.

ST
ST

Hey Believer!

Yeah, it's Tuesday evening here... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

We're 10.5 hrs ahead of Central Standard Time... and 4.5 hrs ahead of Idiot Time(Zulu Time)...

It's already dark here...

RIF-

It's really dark here in California too, but its 5:30 AM. So how do you guys pass the time? You need a care package?

Hey Believer,

RIF-

It's really dark here in California too, but its 5:30 AM. So how do you guys pass the time? You need a care package?
______________________________________________

I'm an engineer for the base so my days are fairly predictable, unlike the grunts that are out in the field hunting down the Taliban... Work takes up most of my time 6.5 days a week... we try to take off on Sundays for church.

We've got it better than the troops out in the outlying camps... We've got two PX's, a Burger King, several local specialty shops, and several gyms... so I can't really complain, other than being away from my W and three girls!

The Armed Forces Network has several channels here so we get most of the sports, news, movie, and family channels here... and they sell bootleg copies of 1st run movies at the weekly bazaar so we watch a lot of movies...

Thanks for the kind offer to send us care packages, but we're getting more stuff than we can use right now... we're giving most of it to the local Afghan Girls School that we sponsor.

It's hard being away from my family, but it sure is a good feeling to see the improvements that we're doing across the country, and especially for the women and girls of Afghanistan...

Yay for you! Someone needs to help those poor women over there.

Let me know if there is anything I can send. My email is digsblues@aol.com <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!

It's really odd, that everyone is on here, thanking RIF (BTW, me too, I'll get to that in one second <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) - I just saw the video for the song "Letters from Home" - that song always brings a tear to my eye, thinking about the sacrifice our soldiers (past and present) and their families make just for our freedom, but seeing those young men, it brings in a reality that a mental pic doesn't give, and well, I was bawlin like a baby -

Just made me want to say a HUGE THANK YOU!!!!!! to Mr. RIF, and all the men and women who have given of yourselves in such a selfless way - you are in our prayers daily, and truly you are HERO's!!!

OK, well, lest I start again, Thank You!

To the rest of Idiotville, hope y'all have a great day!

ST - you'll have to call KY and tell her hi for us! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

See y'all soon! ~LemonDash

Good Morning YL

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> ST - you'll have to call KY and tell her hi for us!
<hr /></blockquote>She is out shopping for new bedding. I called her anyway and caught her in the dressing room <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Do you have to try on bedding <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

How are you feeling? Are you all recooped?

ST

She is out shopping for new bedding. I called her anyway and caught her in the dressing room Do you have to try on bedding

Hey ST! That's almost as good as the time I went to the Super Wal Mart for milk and brough home 1/2 a dozen new fishing lures!!! ha ha ha ha! My wife just about KILLED me!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Don't you find you can't walk or dance in ballet pumps for long tho' jen <hr /></blockquote>Okay. Ballet slippers - like the leather practice slippers, or pointe shoes that are satin with the box (where the toes are) is hard, and you must wrap lambs wool around your toes to keep them from bleeding, or character shoes that you use for different folk dancing (they have heels)?

- Kimmy who spent 2 summers in Winnipeg with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet studying

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey ST! That's almost as good as the time I went to the Super Wal Mart for milk and brough home 1/2 a dozen new fishing lures!!! ha ha ha ha! My wife just about KILLED me!!!
<hr /></blockquote>You did get the milk though right <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

She (KY aka Jelly) baught 3 new pair of jeans, Which I think is great. She will not spend money at all on herself.

RF
Welcome to Idiotville. What kind of fishing do you do? I love to fish, ice, trout, salmon,walleye and pan fish. I am not much into bass fishing.

ST

- Kimmy who spent 2 summers in Winnipeg with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet studying

Cool Kimmy!!!!

I read on GC's thread you took off wedding ring today. You hang in there friend, you are beautiful, wonderful, loving, smart, artistic and lots of other things!

(((((Kimmy)))))

Hey YL, little Lemondashy, washey!!!

Just saw you post, I have a bad habit of reading thread backwards!

Morning to you ST too!

Well back to work for me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Cool. A fishing thread. So what's the biggest fish you've ever caught?

I once caught one this big

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[hands in an expanding motion]

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hello, all. Today has been so busy it's been like a Monday. Yuk. Cuts into my MB time.

Gotta go now - will return soon.

Fishing - I used to love to go fishing. Haven't been fishing since I married 34 years ago. Iceberg doesn't like to fish. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Good Morning Weaver <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning RH

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Cool. A fishing thread. So what's the biggest fish you've ever caught? <hr /></blockquote>I take it you are not a fisherman because of the vague question but here you go.

35lb King Salmon
13lb Walleye
11lb Steehead
44" Northern Pike
18" Perch
21" Native Brown trout
18" Native Brook trout
13" Blue Gill

RF
How is the fishing in A-Stan?

ST

I don't have a fish dddddddiiiiiiisssssss big story, but I've a funny fish story.

I grew up in the Dallas area, in Denton, TX. There is a lake between Denton and Dallas that used to be called Lake Dallas, but some fool decided that since Lewisville was growing so fast to change the name to Lake Lewisville (REAL people who've lived there long enough still know it as Lake Dallas, tho).

My uncle had a friend that had one of those cool HUGE pontoon boats docked at one of the docks there. You've got to understand that my cousins and sister and me could nearly all of us could swim before we could walk. Swimming off a dock or a boat in the middle of who knows how deep of water was no big for any of us. The only thing was, the owner of the boat warned us that a gar (big, long, tooth filled butt ugly not worth eating fish) had made his home under the docked boat (btw, in this area they'd sink old Christmas trees to recycle them and there'd be lots of places for fish to party and have fish sex and lots of fishy babies). So we'd dive off that boat, sometimes deep enough to feel the pine trees under us (it was maybe 10-12 feet down). That was a littl freaky....if you went that far, your first thought would be "That gar's gonna get me).

We'd also fish off the dock. Well, my little sister got it into her head she was gonna catch that gar and told everyone so (my little sis was all of 50 lbs soaking wet at that point). We were fishing with those old timey cane poles. The rest of us had gotten bored with catchin nothing and were wandering around the docks looking at the boats...then Amy hollers, "I got it, I got it." Picture a skinny little girl with a cane pole who is standing at the end of the dock. The pole is about bent in half. Amy is glowing with excitement. She takes 3 steps backward to try to get the fish in, that fish drags her 2 steps closer to the edge. My dad is jumping over ice chests and tackle boxes to get to her. 3 steps back, 2 steps forward. With the help of my dad and my uncle, they get that fish in...shore'nuff, it was a BIG OLE gar. Uglier than homemade sin and twice as mean looking. They cut the line....here's the clincher....My dad has this fish on the dock, the line is cut and he and my uncle are debating on how to remove the hook....if you've seen a gar, you'd know it' be like Steve Irwin and his stupidly taunting the rattler while the reptilian beastie is thinking huevos might be great for breakfast. I guess the gar got fed up with the debate because he does this kind of forward tuck flip thingy (the judges would've given him a 5.6, because his tail wasn't pointed), snaps at my dad's leg....dad jumps 5 feet SERIOUSLY straight up into the air and the fish flops gracefully into the water with nary a splash.

That is our family's fav. fish story. I can still vision my dad jumping halfway to the moon....It may be the one that got away, but a 50 lb little girl caught herself a gar using a cane pole - beat that!

LMAO!

- Kimmy

Yeah, that's like an inch and a half long. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

what a whopper

ST: I'm not much of a fisherman. Took the kids out twice this year. I think I caught one trout (barely legal) and the kids didn't get anything. My grandfather was a great fisherman. (He'd go 4-5 times a week. Mostly for pan fish-sunnies, rock bass, bass, etc. He'd keep track of how many he got and usually it was in the 1-2 thousands per year.)

I think the biggest rock bass I ever caught was 14", a I got a pike that was about 19". I don't think it was legal, but I was too young to know.

One of the best days fishing I ever had was the day that Mike Schmidt hit 4 HR's against the Cubs and the Phillies beat them 24-23. I don't remember how many fish we caught, but we had fun catching em and listening to the ol ballgame on the radio!

RH

Morning Kimmy!

What's up with the name change? And how is it pronounced?

Oh looky, I killed the thread again. Sorry Starz not your fault this time.

Kimmy: I didn't mean to ignore your fish story. I liked it very much and thought I should tell you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 16, 2004, 10:51 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

RH,
Wow 1-2 thousand a year that is alot of fillets <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

a 14" rock bass is huge. Pike have to be 23" for the most part in michigan to keep. but in some lakes you can keep them any size.

Not much of a baseball fan. I think it is a very boring sport. I think they shoul liven it up a little and let them throw the ball at the runner to get them out like kick ball <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Boring just like Nascar. I think they should take off the restricter plates let them drive any style car they want with the biggest fricken engine they can put in them not let them wear seat belts or helmets and the man with the biggest balls wins <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

(Edited for spelling)

[ November 16, 2004, 10:56 AM: Message edited by: shiveringtimbers ]

Fillets? What are those? No really, I know, but my grandfather didn't believe in wasting all that meat. My grandmother would fry them up. Yummy, but I hated picking out all those d*** fish bones. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You're going to have the Mayor on your butt for that Nascar statement. (But it is true.)

"day" "elan" "day"

Dealan-de - it is Gaelic and has the double entendre of meaning "butterfly" or "God's Fire."

It is tattooed on my back.

I do not think I will be Niosgirl very much longer...........................and it saddens me very much. The reminder right now is too.....hurting....crying....I dunno.....

I've lost so much for this man..........right down to now loosing babies.......it's so not right........

Sorry. Tis not a place for my Idiotians to see me cry....

Kimmy hang in there. It's tough. I'll keep you in my prayers.

{{{{{Kimmy}}}}}

edited to remove my signature

[ November 16, 2004, 11:14 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

I will call you Dede - I am sorry for your pain. Wish I could help you - you've done so much to help me and keep me cheerful through this mess. Chin up, girl - we are strong women. We will be ok, somehow. God will point the way. I am sure of it.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by shiveringtimbers:

RF
How is the fishing in A-Stan?

ST <hr /></blockquote>ST... I got the milk.... it's just the extra lures that my W didn't like!

Haven't seen any places to fish around here... Saw some locals casting nets in one of the rivers, but we don't get outside the wire much and when we do, we try to stay on the roads... lots of mines over here!

I'm one of those redneck bass fishing nuts... can't wait to get back and hit Toledo Bend and Sam Rayburn!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Dede <hr /></blockquote>You DO know that at age 3 I got a baby pig for Easter? Her name was Dede. Other kids got chicks and duckies for Easter - Kimmy got a pig. We kept her till she got really mean and big. Then we sent her to a farm.

At 5 I asked mom what happened to Dede...."Um, darlin'? 'Member that Christmas ham we had?"

Sing it with me:

"Green acres is the place to be
Farm livin is the life for me...."

- Kimmy

Kimmy, I just want you to know that you are the greatest inspiration I know! Girl you are a ray of sunshine in my day! And the idea of throwing the dirty dishes out the window? Now thats an idea! Better than washing them KWIM! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'm sending you hugs (((Kimmy))))
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> Sunny D

OK, then I will just keep calling you NG. Don't want you to think I called you a porker!!!

RIF - Are you an East Texan, too???

Do I know how to kill a thread, or what!!!!

Good job, starz, it's dead.

Hey Starz,

Nice try, but I'm still here. hehehehe

I don't think I ever got a chance to tell you, that the other day when you posted all that nice stuff about Texas (hills, streams, wildlife and such), I really liked that. Thanks. (It kinda reminded me of my family farm here in PA.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I didn't feel like reading all the posts I missed .... not up to nice clean fun tonight... doesn't that just bite ..... I've wanted to post and it didn't really feel right .... I'm afraid of the dark, now I've lost my light .... It was so beautiful and shone so bright ..... so swiftly I bid you all goodnight .....

Miss all you Idiots {{{{OLD & NEW}}}}

Brown

PS I know it wasn't a cheer - just a depressing little poem - but I still get to rhyme (very weak smile <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> )

Thanks Mayor - and how you doin'???

Thanks RIF - prayers for you too!!!

I can't even begin to call all of you by your names - mostly b/c you keep changing them

I like Brown - it's not as depressing as black and always compliments brighter colors in the crayon box. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey brown, hi. How are things going with you and LINY. I really hope you are not giving up.

Hey Brown!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm sure you're not giving up !!!

It's not over !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{brown & Liny)))))

believer - LINY is on day 7 and well me I dunno. The cellphone invoice was alittle more than I could handle - more lies - I love LINY so very much ...... but I don't wanna live the rest of my/our life with "the fear". I'll keep you updated, thanks.

So you Idiots, help the man out - he can't lose the best woman he ever met. I really don't even know what I could tell him to do for me right now. So there is the challenge!!!! Go for it!!! <<Look almost a cheer.

B

Robby you're comparing my "M" to 'Animal House' - it's a not just a cult classic <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RIF - Are you an East Texan, too???
<hr /></blockquote>StarZ ... We used to live in the DFW area, but moved to Louisiana... Its a bit far to drive to Lake Fork and Ray Bob, but Toledo Bend is a great lake!

LINY & Brown ... You guys are going to make it! Just hang in there!

Good Evening Idiotville!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Robby you're comparing my "M" to 'Animal House' - it's a not just a cult classic <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Not your M....

Just an attitude for you to have when the going gets tough!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby - Honestly I did chuckle <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Robby - Honestly I did chuckle <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Of course you did!!

I'm funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

.....looking! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - I just played that for LINY (he's at he11). I said you didn't even say anything that I knew that was from Animal House .... what kinda gal do you take me fer.

Thanks again RIF for the vote of confidence <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good night to all in Idiotville. I'm so tired and I really need some ZZZZZ's. I guess lack of sleep in one of the side effects -Huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm off to fall asleep on the couch (I hate to sleep alone in our bed - I start hearing creepy noises)

Well, goodnight all you beloved Idiots

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 I hate to sleep alone in our bed - I start hearing creepy noises <hr /></blockquote>Me too!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK, I'm back, now I guess everyone will leave again. Oh, well, it won't matter tonight - must go to bed early - have appt. with Steve at 6 a.m. tomorrow. Have not told the iceberg, though. Guess I'd better before 6 a.m. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I promise to post as soon as I get to work in the morning. Watch for my thread - I'll start a new one or find the old one and bring it back from the dead. I have great hopes for this session that he will be able to guide me to something that will save this marriage. I have tried, but maybe I'm doing something wrong.

See ya -

Night, night Idiotville, sweet dreams.

Hey starz.....good luck in the morning.

Hello, but goodnight Idiotville. Having a bummer night tonight. FOM forwarded an e-mail yesterday (first time NC broken in 1.5 years) - no worries. I did not respond and have since blocked the e-mail.....but downer none-the-less.

And STBXH e-mails today saying his friends are trying to get him back in the dating scene.

Why do these men continue to keep trying to send me messages? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Just want them both to leave me alone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Unless, some alien takes my H, gives him a few pokes here and there - and he actually takes steps to work on the M. THEN he can talk to me all he wants. Blah (where is a "disgusted" emoticon when you need it)

Good night all. I will try to be more "chipper" in the morning. Sorry for the flash (hello and goodbye, I mean <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Hey, where's the night crew??? Anyone awake in idiotville???

Bob are you there?

Good morning everybody. Who got # 1000??? Did you guys send out the gift basket?

JellyBing!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The Mayor does his happy dance in his bath towel with the blinds open....

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Your poor neighbors. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

How's the mayor??? You've got mail. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!

Hope Idiotville's doing well! Looky - no edits since, Friday? Cool Beans you guys - I'm SO proud of you (in my best "mommy" voice) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY!!! YOU'RE BACK - oh we missed you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Starz - I'm running now to see your post, can't wait to see how it went this morning!

NG - {{{{{{{{{{{{NG}}}}}}}}}}}} I'm so sorry for you right now - hang tough friend!

{{{{Brown & Liny}}}}

Well, Hugs to you all {{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

Have a great day!

Yup, I'm back, not sure how long it will last though, computer seems to go down every other day.

RIF, love the resume. Nothing like being an Idiot and inflicting pain upon ones self. LMAO!!!

LIT, congrats on the 1000 post, nobody even through out the fetti. I swear sometims this town is full of Idiots.

Off to read some more.

YL, how you doing? How you feeling?? When do you go back to work???

Justuss couldn't resist, <blockquote>quote:<hr />{{{{{idiots}}}}}}

Congrats on an edit=free weekend!!!!!

<hr /></blockquote>Now isn't that a direct insult, a bash, a name call, I'm so reporting you to the mods!!!

Thanks Justuss, you have a sense of humor, you have to be a woman. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey KY! I guess I'll go back the Monday after Thanksgiving - Boss's wife called the other night, and begged me to come back now, but I told her I can't, cuz I still can't drive very far - you'd be surprised how many stomach/abdominal muscles it takes to drive!!! She was very disappointed, but said not to come back until I was ready, she didn't want me doing anything that would cause me to be out even more...me too, for that matter! Other than that, I'm feeling ok - no marathons yet, but I did see one of my doctors yesterday, and he said I'm getting around better than most, so I guess that's a good thing?

Hope your 'puter gets ok soon...I've missed you!

Oooooooooooh you big mush YL, I missed you too.

And brown for the record, I love you!!! I love your personality. Liny sure is an Idiot, and not very funny either.

Liny, darl' so excited to hear you are doing well. Stop second guessing your progress with the demon. Sounds to me like you are trying to find a loop hole.

This is for everybody, JEN- LINY, we are all here to support each other, that includes much laughter, but tears as well. So bring on the heavy stuff, it is an insult to us when you say you shouldn't post the bad stuff here.

{{{jen}}} {{{liny}}} {{{brown}}} {{{starz}}}

{{{dipit}}} {{{robby}}} {{{kimmy}}} {{{LIT}}}

and {{{weaver}}} because I think I might have offended you with my U.P. jokes, sorry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

and to my loving H, ST <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> settle down it is just a cyber lick, not forshadowing!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Morning all!

KY: I agree with you that Justuss must be a female (but for different reasons). The reason being if he was a male he would be insulted to be called a female and thus respond, but not if she was a female. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But of course, he has very intelligent posts so he could be a guy.... J/K

YL: keep gettin better!

Starz: Hope that phone call went well!!!

Brown: I don't know that I've ever posted to you before. Just wanted to offer some of my thoughts. Hope they help.

The first 6 months after dday were very emotional for me. A true rollercoaster of emotions (up one day, down the next for no apparent reason). Triggers everywhere to set me off and some that I probably didn't even recognize. Sometime about 6 months I had doubts that the M would make it, came on here (MB board) and lamented that, got a couple of 2x4's and some input on how to talk to the W and the last 2 months have been much better. I guess what I'm saying is that there is a process that each one has to go through. As much as we would like the pain to just go away, if we want to recover our M, you have to work you way through the pain. You also have to "just be there" so that LINY can work through the pain he has as well. Best of luck and prayers to you both.

{{{{{Brown/LINY}}}}}

RH

P.S. Daily hugs to Idiotville!!

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

I am about to post on the other thread, but will say here the morning went very well.

Good morning, everyone.

Good Morning starz!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yah!!

Good Morning, Starz,YL, RH & Robby <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Oh and Good Morning KY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Yuk what the heck:D <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> J/k

What's for lunch today? I am having Pizza.

KY? Probably a ham sw chips & a pickle for a change <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How is the Mayor this morning? It was 50 degrees this morning. That is shorts weather for this time of year.

I am glad to see everyone is in a great mood this morning and full of cheer <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

(((Liny & Brown)))

ST

Morning ST!!

It's 66 here, high will be 76....

Not a cloud in the sky!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Well, it's been overcast here for two days and is now pouring down. I understand down where Dealan lives in a town just north of them they've had 12 inches of rain. How is it, DD?

Will be back later - must go do my homework for Steve now.

Hiya Idiots. Hugs to all of you.

KY, you're right--another insult to all of you. Sorry. Not an escape, though. Actually doing OK with the G. On day7. (Unless you consider that I was doing scratch-offs in my dreams this morning. UGH!) Tired of escaping. Really am. Not sure how I can show brown though. Not sure if she'll even respond. Yesterday seemed better, though. Rome wasn't built in a day, huh? And neither will any chance of rebuilding our M, I suppose.

Both S's finally found jobs. Then brown told me it's only 4 hours per day. Whatever. (Of course neither had any rent $$, but more important things had to be addressed lately. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> )

RH...thanks, bro. But it's weird: the only pain I'm really feeling is seeing the pain that I've inflicted. The OW means and is nothing. It's the "Why's" I'm beginning to sort out. My whole life seems to be a big "WHY", and not really sure on how to answer all of them.

D is anemic. (No, duh.) Wanted to take more blood from her. WTF is what I think I said to the nurse, as this is what she was getting the bloodwork for to begin with. Dr. appt tommorrow for her. 95% pica. Very curious at what the "experts" have to say and how to control it.

Falling behind at work, too. Missed a few deadlines with stuff.

De...I just I might be in minority with my Irish background (you'd pee if you heard my name, along with my siblings. Maybe I'll post my email address til after he11 tonight. You guys are really really helping with the support and prayers. Thanks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> fitzirishcream@optonline.net

The only thing I do know in Gaelic?
Pogue ma homme! (sp?)

Wonder if Pat knows Gaelic! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks again guys!

Okay everyone I'm reporting in for Niosgirl(Dealan-de). Follow your thread some and I'm orginally from pregnancy/child board.

Okay enough of that and back to the important stuff--Kimmy called me this morning and she is doing okay and wanted to be sure that I post that so you all wouldn't worry to much.

Last night was difficult--I think he is going to move out for awhile but she is hanging tough and I will let her share the rest with you.

So say a pray for her and give her a big hug while she rests up at home today and we should hear from her tomorrow when she returns to work.

Thanks for the update, albany!

{{{{{{{{{De}}}}}}}}}}}

prayers and cyber hugs for kimmy

{{{{{{{{{{KIMMY}}}}}}}}}

me too!!

{{{{{NG}}}}}

Me three. {{{{{{Kimmy}}}}}}

GC

Me four! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Hey, DD - remember the one who is really in control is God - he has a plan we don't know about. I sure wish he'd let me in on what mine is - but he's letting me work out part of it on my own. Don't know that it will be easy, but I will trust Him. You too, ok?

KY,

You could never offend me! You have got to be one of the most non offensive people there is. I was just joshin' ya about the UP jokes.

You must be running out of them now, though! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well if that's the case then....... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Glad to hear it.

My computer is back up, yet nobody is posting today. Are you people working????

Hello, Helloooooo

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Are you people working????
<hr /></blockquote>Are you kidding??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I wish! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm at the lab...

I'm doing work...

Am I working?

Not perfectly.

GC

Hey Gray,

I've been meaning to ask you -

Can we expect a large amount (well larger than normal) amount of lake effect snow this year?

It's been unseasonably warm around here and the lakes are very warm which I was told causes lake effect snow when the wind comes out of the NW.

What do you think - Is a snowblower in order? Or should I hire a plow?

Farmer's Almanac says look out MI, you are in for a bunch of the white stuff. Especially you WEAVER.

That might not be a direct quote, but it was something like that.

Robby, do you mean you don't have a job???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Weaver, you live in the yooh peah and you don't have a snowblower? What gives?

I'd say if you didn't need a snowblower last year, you won't need one this year.

Let me B.S. my way into a deeper hole...

Warmer-than-normal water temperatures on Lake Superior can give heavier lake effect snow, and can cause that snow to occur closer to the shoreline.

The outlook for your area is for winter to be drier than usual, but because lake effect snow is fluffier than normal snow ("fluffy" being a technical term meaning fluffy) it doesn't have as much influence on that outlook as you might think.

That means you can have a drier-than-usual winter and still have lots of light lake effect snow to shovel.

It isn't likely to be worse than last year...

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

Robby, do you mean you don't have a job???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>No, I have a job, sorta... not really making any $. I haven't yet made YTD what I used to make monthly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm still stuck in the merger crunch. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

So, I'm looking, but it's REAL slow going... I have to wake up every day and be thankful for what I DO have. Spend most of my day searching, calling and networking. It's tough but necessary.

For example...

I'm thankful that I don't have to worry about any snow this winter! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

("fluffy" being a technical term meaning fluffy

LMAO over that one, whatever it means <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yes, I have a snowblower, but I was wondering if a snowplow, meaning bringing in the heavy artilery was in order. Remember that one winter not too long ago when the National Guard had to come in and plow the town out?????

KY, I heard the same thing as you, mucho mucho snow.

Hey Robbie - get a job! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I was looking into home-based medical transcriptionist, but finally decided it would be just waaaaay too much work.

But hey if you have fast fingers, they pay 7 cents a line, so figure that one out. But you have to be able to understand foreign doctors barking into a tape recorder!

Sheesh - glad I live in Southern California. Here the snow stays where it is supposed to stay - in the mountains.

Morning Idiots. Haven't checked in on MB for at least 2 days. I think it is my all time record. Is this a good thing?

Have stacks to do. Moving house at beginning of Dec. This one is tainted after the A. So a new start beckons (just me and the kids).

Do you know, if someone had told me 12 months ago, what 2004 held in store for me I would have pee'd my pants laughing at their ridiculous imagination. Thank God we can't see into the future. Wouldn't life just be so scary. Have a good night's sleep folks. I'm just starting my day. TT

OMG you guys are such idiots ... much love to you all <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I - We - LINY really do appreciate all the support (even if it is from Idiots <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

I couldn't even begin to tell you how much (mainly b/c all I keep seeing on these posts is {{{{Brown & LINY}}}} and I can't always keep up w/ everyone's names)

Let me try ....

KY - thanks. I think it has been so hard just because LINY isn't ... well ya know ..... hum ... WELL HE'S NOT MAKING ME .... ya know .... hum .... LAUGH!!!!

ST - you have a special lady - ya know that? ... Good.

RH - 1st post and a good post at that

DD/NG - {{{{KIMMY}}}}

YL - I'm so glad we had "no edits" ********

RIF - thanks again

Oh HE!! let me try this
{{RIF}}
{{KY & ST}}
{{KIWI}}
{{BOB & SQUID}}
{{WEAVER}}
{{LIT}}
{{BELIEVER}}
{{GC}}
{{STARZ}}
{{DIPIT}}
{{ALBANY}}
{{MAYOR}}

Did I forget anyone????????????? I hope not!!!!!!!

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh HE!! let me try this
{{RIF}}
{{KY & ST}}
{{KIWI}}
{{BOB & SQUID}}
{{WEAVER}}
{{LIT}}
{{BELIEVER}}
{{GC}}
{{STARZ}}
{{DIPIT}}
{{ALBANY}}
{{MAYOR}}

Did I forget anyone????????????? I hope not!!!!!!!
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> sadly yes....ME....hey I may not post alot...but I'm a regular here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{wo}}}}}

That'll teach ya!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

We idiots have short-term memory loss!!!

Keep posting or be forgotten!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

wantedout?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Who?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

wantedout Mayor - Are you paying any attention at all?

How are you doing on your reading assignment?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:

How are you doing on your reading assignment? <hr /></blockquote>I had S last to nights so not much time to read. I plan on making headway tonight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning Idiotville! How's everyone doing?

OOpps.. I mean good evening!

Anything happening at the Mayor's office?

Hey RIF - How are things in Afghanistan? Hope things are going well.

Brown - I think you and LINY will do okay. He does seem to love you, but is just an idiot. Luckily you have all of us idiots giving you advice.

Starz - Hope that I didn't see you on TV tonight being rescued from the flooding water.

Hi Believer - Just gearing up for another day at the office... Sometimes it seems like "Groundhog Day"... But hey, free clothes, free food, free place to sleep... what more could you ask for?

Hey Brown & LINY - How are you guys doing? You two play nice or Mr. Mayor's going put you both in the time-out corner!

Hi WO - Thanks for the hug!

Hey TT - Better keep up... two days is a long time to stay away from Idiotville...

Anybody seen Bob lately?

GREAT BIG HUGS 4 WO

I'm not perfect ... I tried so hard ... and I've only proven that I'm an IDIOT!!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown

[ November 17, 2004, 08:46 PM: Message edited by: brown ]

hey, were are all the idiotvill night shift guys???

Helllloooooooooo!

Back in dear old safe old Iditoville.

Love this place and love the Idiots.

RIF have you noticed when you talk with the Kiwi peacekeepers that we talk funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Oh.

I guess it's goodbyyyyyyyye then.

All the Idiots are asleep just like the glory days when I took the something numbered post (can't remember which one)and they weren't here.

Hi Brown !!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the hug. Its surprising that when special people {{hug}} me on here I actually feel HUGGED !
Needed that this morning. Encountered a WIERD PATHETIC trigger y'day. Stayed in a NICE hotel near heathrow airport last night and when I walked in the room my hear sank through my boots.

I just thought of Squid going to a hotel room with the sole intention of taking of her clothes and having sex with OM. I mean it wasn't THIS hotel, theirs was a sleazy forty dollar a night motel with pubic hairs on the soap, but it still stung. Thats my first pathetic trigger since d-day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Still, over with now ! I beter get OK with Hotel rooms FAST - in my job I spend a lot of time in them !!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Back home now thank goodness. SO much work to do - our business is in the toilet and we need a miraculous Q4 - I guess its a sign of recovery that I'm starting to care again about work ! LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

* Hey Jen ! * waves * <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Yep, there is sure some minefields for different folks on this board.
Lately I think Squid & Me are doing SOOO well right now I don't have the right to offer a comment to some posters who are in such deep trouble.

All I know is what worked for US and I remember being some pretty deep doodoo not so very long ago too.

Ah me ! Squid's feeling bad that I'm treating her so lovingly, she says. She doesn;t deserve to be treated nicely when she hurt me so dreadfully (her words).

I replied " well I can be mean if you want !" and smiled, but she was a little misty.

I explained that YES she hurt me very badly and I was still not sure I could ever recover from it but I want with all my heart to TRY to. And that I love her very much.

She hugged me and was quiet for the rest of the evening. Still is this morning in fact.

She needs to feel bad about the A for a while - maybe I need her to feel bad too, but its horrible to watch and I hope its over soon. Right now she can't imagine ever feeling worthy again.

Soz, this wasn't a very idiotville post was it?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ November 18, 2004, 02:21 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Hi Jen!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RIF have you noticed when you talk with the Kiwi peacekeepers that we talk funny.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>The Kiwis, the Aussies, and the Brits all talk funny! But they're all great guys and gals!!! I'm proud to be serving along side all of them!

Hey Bob, sorry about the trigger... I still have one every now and then, but I just chose to ignor them now... Hang in there!

I guess everyone else is asleep by now! Well, I'll keep bumping this up to the top...

Hey Idiots,

I started page 81... is there any prize for starting a new page??

*RIF looks around....waiting for his prize*... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Since I've embraced my inner idiot, can I come play??

BTW, RIF, not everyone is asleep. Gee, you should know by now that I'm a wee bit of a nightowl. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It's 1:45am here in the Rockie Mountains, and it is a cold, clear, crisp night. The sky is almost entire black, as the moon is down to just a sliver. Tomorrow they are predicting snow (in the mountains?? NO!) and for the weekend they are predicting skiers.

CJ

So Seej, idiots are like bellebuttons - there are innies and outies ! LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OH MY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Such talk!!

Didn't you forget one though? Dust-buttons?? heehee. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bob, I'm sorry to hear about your trigger. It suckz doesn't it? Not to mention hurting! I actually have a suggestion if you'd like to hear it....

I suggest that you purposely make a new memory of "hotel rooms". Not to be so brazen as to mention bellebuttons at 2am, but...perhaps you could reveal to your lovely that you had a triggery feeling, and you and Squidy could come up with SOME kind of idea for making a GOOD memory about hotel rooms <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Hmmmm...what could it be....??? (Tapping toe) (Rubbing chin)

In addition to the OBVIOUS good memory, it could be more "intimate" and less SF oriented too. Like, take her to a hotel room and really open up to each other, followed by laughing/playing together. In other words, it's not always an SF solution--could be that you create a memory in which you walk into a hotel room and think warm, cuddly, smooshy thoughts.

Oy--I'm tired. And I've got cattle rustling in the morning!

CJ

Hey idiots, I think you should all stop giving out hugs with people's names because when someone gets left out (LIKE ME <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> ) they feel a tinsy bit hurt. TT

Hello and {{HUGS}} to All (TT is that better? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Oh Bob, it's ok really. It's all aprt of the human condition doncha know. I like Faith's recommendation ... but I know how hard it is. I read another thread yesterday (no it was a betrayal of Idiotville ... no it wasn't ... I was trying to see if I could help anyone else on the boards .... hahahaha ... what was I thinking), anyway - someone wrote that they really had triggers bad up until like 6 months after D-day and into recovery. They did become lessened with the acceptance of recovery and all the work (that is so worth it!) that was being done. But unfortunately, they are gonna happen. I have to choke down bad feelings almost daily, I have to go to work (and well *WE* all work there - Remember??). Then I say to myself - "Self?!?!" - I can't let this bite my a** everyday - that was then and this now (I hope!). As long as there is still hope, there is still HOPE!!!!! And from hope builds faith ..... the faith bone's connected to the trust bone ... the trust bone's connected to the safe bone .... the safe bone's connected to the recovery bone .... etc. (And yes I am singing in my head !!!! Dem bones!!! (lalalala -hahaha).

Ah to be my head (hehehehehe).

Let me see a little Bob and Squid cheer

Let's hear it for Bob!!!
Let's hear it for Squid!!!
Let's hear for all!!!
Cause they didn't Quid!!!

Go to the B - go to the S -
Go for the Bob's!!!!!

Yeah team!!!!!

Okay that was really bad ... I am trying <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> .... "I ain't dead yet .... I want to go for a walk!"

Well, I must go get ready to go work.

Everybody can ya say a prayer or two for our little D - LINY takes her to the Dr. today for test results.

Anyway, I'm just rammbling now!!!!

Brown

TTFN

{{{{{{{TT}}}}}}}}} <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Awwwwww brown. Gawrsh ( as Goofy says).

All blessings to your lot partic. that D gets great results ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Bob... how are you doing? Missed you the last couple of days...

Hiya Rif !

I've been working in London for a couple of days being shouted at 'cos our business isn;t doing well <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

we're doing OK, though its hard to measure without a precedent.

I spent my first night away from Squid since we started recovery , it was strange. Saddening.

I couldn't do what you service folks do for many reasons, but being apart from loved ones particularly. I bet you're looking forward to coming home at Christmas !!!!!!!!!!

Squid's guiltier and sadder by the day. My sadness comes and goes but I even have occasional happiness which is a new sensation !!

But we're doing " OK". Very well in act really.

Squids going for a job as a driving instructor tomorrow - I'm not sure that I know all the reasons for her urgency to return to paid employment. I know she would have left me if she or OM had been employed, so theres a dark thought at the back of my head but ALSO I know SHE knows she has too much time on her hands and filled it with Karate (and OM).

We'll see, we've agreed to POJA the job.

Hope you're fine RIF. U deserve to be. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh TT!!!!!!!! I am sooooo sorry. You are so right. And I thought of you (and Fraggles) right after I did that and was going to go back and edit but then something came up, then I forgot.

You could never be forgotten or left out because, well because you are TT!!!!

I'm never doing that again! I don't even know if you were talking to me, but yuck - I'm such an idiot! Only group hugs from me, for now on! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

((((((((WO)))))))

you too! Gosh I'm an idiot. And I just remembered I gave out good morning kisses, not hugs. So does that mean I'm still cool?

Maybe I should take Robbie's advice and read all previous threads.

Is that what the cool idiots do, before they start posting away?

RIF and Bob most always ignore me, but they are guys and hey - do I care?

Believer almost always ignores me too, and she is a girl, so yeah that hurts a bit.

So have we all got our hurts out? Lets everyone get them out here in the open so they can be dealt with in good ole idiot fashion!

Weaver said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> home-based medical transcriptionist, <hr /></blockquote>One of my mom's does this, she says it is incredibly boring. She hates it. She doesn't seem to be very motivated though, probably not the best employee, so that might be part of the problem, they are demanding her to actually work, and not sleep in and take long lunches.

Do what I do, I stay home, it is GREAT!!!!

{{{TT}}} {{{WO}}}

I hate being left out too. It really sucks when you post on another thread and you are completely ignored, and then to come to Idiotville and be ignored as well, OMG, there has to be a law against that, right Mayor, isn't there, Huh, Mayor, yoo hoo, oh he is ignoring me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{{{{{TT}}}}}

{{{{{WO}}}}}

{{{{{weaver}}}}}

{{{{{JellyBing}}}}}

The rest of ya line up at the hug trough!!

{{{{{Idiots}}}}}

and the <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> just keep coming!

Jelly,

You haven't been ignored here....

I just checked! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And my gosh, how could we forget to hug a bra sizing model? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

For shame, Idiots, for shame!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{TT}}}}}

{{{{{Kiwi}}}}} <--- for teaching me something new about hugging... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Weaver: I don't know that I'm a "cool idiot," but that's what I do (go back and read all the old posts). The only problem with that is if someone responds to me I have to take notes or I forget to respond to them (since there seem to be so many pages since my last post). Ohhh weelllll.....

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

RIF: Not sure I ever thanked you for your service, but if I didn't, THANKS. You are a big part of the reason why this country is so great!!

RH

P.S. Morning all, heading out into the field (at work, not the farm fields) to look at a job.

Morning RH, you are a cool idiot, I'm your friend. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> (robby's arrogance has rubbed off)

Robby lied,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> for teaching me something new about hugging... <hr /></blockquote>Like you didn't all ready know that, Please!!!

Idiotville, I have a headache, I think it is a "tumor" (think Arnold in K-grade Cop) I have had it for 3 days.

Another hug for Jelly!

Hope your headache gets better!

{{{{{Jelly}}}}}

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, Robby, you have way too much free time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

My headache might be due to lack of chocolate, it certainly isn't lack of sex. (slam for all my sex deprived idiotville friends)

Hey, ST, what'ya doing for lunch?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
(in my most seductive voice)

RH,

It just takes so much time to actually know what you are talking about and WORK. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY - three days with a headache, I think you better take some sudifed or something. NOT good. I hate pain. Are you sick to your stomach also? Can you put your chin down and touch your chest with it? (had spinal meningitis once, always look for those signs now)

nope just a headache. I think I have shaken baby syndrome. It started with volleyball on Sunday, then I did Pilates last night and it just seemed to get worse, the more I jar myself around the more frequent the headaches.

BTW, the lady in my Pilates video, is the Devil's spawn, I HATE HER!!!! Pure EVIL she is!!

KY-

I was going to put a 'When Harry met Sally' soundbite in but didn't want to jeopardize our edit-free streakâ€¦ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hee hee, I can do a Mean Meg Ryan. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Hee hee, I can do a Mean Meg Ryan. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>ST-

I've said it before and I'll say it again...

YOU ARE A VERY LUCKY MAN! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> oh shucks, (head down, looking up throw my wispy bangs, who me)

Mornin Y'all!!

{{{Idiotville}}} hugs before I forget! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

KY -if the headaches started when you started working out/exercising/volleyball, then they might be stress related...something like this - I had a car accident MANY years ago - rearended by a semi (no wonder I want to drive one!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ) anyway, had neck injury and some back injury, and well, the list goes on, BUT here's what I wanted you to know - when I was in physical & massage therapy, they use to tell me to take some tylenol BEFORE each session - said the stress of the muscles being tight caused toxins to be releases once they were finally being worked out - the tylenol never stopped the headaches from coming, just made them more "bare-able" anyway, if your muscles were really tight, like you hadn't exercised in a while, maybe there were some built up toxins, thus the headaches - best way to keep them from occuring, and to help get rid of them is to exercise some more.

OK, but if that's not the case, then don't listen to me, cuz afterall, I'm just an idiot!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - the tumor thing was too funny - that's gotta be my favorite line from that movie - well, from any of his movies - I'm not a Cali-Gov Fan - sorry Cali!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

As for reading the other posts before I post - yah, I do that too - I didn't use to, until I posted something one day before reading the others, found out that my post was WWWAAAYYY!!!! outta line from what had gone on earlier, and had to edit it out, so just to be safe, I always read first now! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> uh well, I'm an Idiot!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have a great day Y'all!!! ~LemonDash

PS:
Quote for the day...
In God's eyes, we are all equally wise - and equally foolish. ~Albert Einstein

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Yes, I have a snowblower, but I was wondering if a snowplow <hr /></blockquote>OMG. I almost squirted pop out of my nose. Am attempting to catch up, but had to comment.

Anyone see Step Mom? I actually had to have a friend tell me what "snowblower" was....imagine that? Worldly me.....but then, "snowblower" is just not a word that is utilized much down here...

LMAO!

Oh, Kimmy, you are so sheltered from the good things in life. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

How are you? Did Nio move out? Are you okay? How about a hug, I promise not to press up against you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> {{{{KIMMY}}}}

Shows you what happens when you move out of Idiotville for 2 days. Still, I feel better now! Bed beckons. TT

good night TT, have a great sleep.

Hey, I bought a couple of bras this past weekend, couldn't help but wonder if you didn't try them on. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 How about a hug, I promise not to press up against you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> {{{{KIMMY}}}} <hr /></blockquote>NOT ME!!!

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Kimmy}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Can you say that???? I mean I'm LMTAO, but will everybody else????

T = tiny <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning, idiots. I won't give hugs because I can't possibly remember everybody. My brain has shrunk, and I can't even remember my own name, much less various passwords. So... I'll just hug occasionally to people who really are in distress, it seems. {{DD/NG}}, {{LINY}}, etc.

CJ- welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the Mayor. You will need a job, and we here in Texas take a very dim view of cattle rustling. So find something else - else you will be the first person to be hung in Idiotville. (Texas Justice)

I myself am currently on the SWAT team as the town sharpshooter. However, that job does not keep me very busy, so I think I will apply for the position of Coordinator of the Arts. I could still be on call for the SWAT team. What do you think? The pay is so poor I could use more than one job, anyway. I have also spent a brief time as School Superintendent, but there wasn't much action there, either. So how about it, Mayor?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Coordinator of the Arts<hr /></blockquote>Done! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Very efficient Mayor, no?

What's wrong with cattle rustling? What is cattle rustling? Thought Texas was full 'o cows! Don't they need an occasional rustling?

And what do y'all think about cow TIPPING in Texas?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

KYellow4 (interesting name). If they were 38E's then perhaps.

Starz, I read your other thread. You impress me like that one guy, um what is his name, oh yeah, Bob Pure.

I'm still praying for you. Your doing good.

Can anybody tell me what DJ is. I just read it again, and I can never figure it out.

Weaver, I think it was you who I just read, and it was posted to Starz. Anybody?

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<blockquote>quote:<hr /> KYellow4 (interesting name). <hr /></blockquote>Interesting, seems boring to me, but oh well, my friends all call me Jelly, feel free. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> If they were 38E's then perhaps.
<hr /></blockquote>It's as if you have seen them. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, cow tipping, LOVE IT!!!

way back when, 16 years ago, high school, ST and I stole a calf, threw it in the hatch back and took it into town. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Disrespectful Judgments. As in

"You are a stupid idiot"
or "Why don't you pull your head out of your ..."

Things we want to say but remain silent, instead, if we are plan Aing.

Mayor: Goody!

For my first presentation, I will be bringing the Cirque du Soleil into town in January. I will expect all of you to attend. Tickets are exorbitant, but worth it.

ROBBY 13, Yes, I'm using your full name.

I'm sure you can't do that. Wait til Jen sees this. She is going to be shocked.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Tickets are exorbitant, but worth it.
<hr /></blockquote>If that means free, I'll take 4. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
For my first presentation, I will be bringing the Cirque du Soleil into town in January. I will expect all of you to attend. Tickets are exorbitant, but worth it. <hr /></blockquote>Can't make it! Still boycotting everything French!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, I don't tip cows. A waiter now and then, but never a cow. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 ROBBY 13, Yes, I'm using your full name.

I'm sure you can't do that. Wait til Jen sees this. She is going to be shocked.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Which Jen? We've got, like, 15 of 'em now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Then I will have to go without you. We will increase your taxes to pay for the loss of sale in your ticket. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Later in the month, I have made arrangements for the touring company of "Little Shop of Horrors." Would that do?

Thanks Robby, I'm off to bed with a smile now. TT

Jen Kiwi, I didn't realize we had other Jen's, introduce me.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Jen Kiwi, I didn't realize we had other Jen's, introduce me. <hr /></blockquote>I DON'T KNOW!!

But it sounded good, didn't it?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I DON'T KNOW!!

But it sounded good, didn't it?? <hr /></blockquote>NO, it sounds ridiculous, if you didn't mean it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Isn't YL a Jen?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

NOPE, I could tell you her name, but then I'd have to kill you.

Your script a bit strong??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

Your script a bit strong??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I'm not on a script! IC offered. I declined. I'll put your name on the growing list of people with the same suggestion... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hello All.

Lots of changes whilst I have been away.

Quick update to all RAP and my friends...

Still at my job. They are having me finish up some projects before I am gone.

Don't have a new job lined up yet. So money is tight.

Haven't fixed the home computer yet (see line above) so RAP isn't reading or posting.

RAP and I are doing fine. Not where the M COULD be yet, but making progress every day.

But we are BUSY with holidays, job hunt, selling home, etc.

much love,

NCWalker

<blockquote>quote:<hr />"Little Shop of Horrors." <hr /></blockquote>That'll do fer me...I love that movie/play/soundtrack.

NcW, so glad to hear from you. Lots changed around here too.

I'm glad you are both trying to recover your M. Lots of love and hugs have been sent out to you both. {{{ncw & rap}}}

You always have a home here with us in Idiotville.

Miss you both, love Jelly

Feed me Seymour ! Feed me NOW !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NCW,
Nice to hear from you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I am sorry about the job thing but like my grandpa always said you were looking for a job when you found that one. What that means I don't know? but he said it.

Feel like relocating? We are hiring a process Eng. Bring your ice fishing gear. I'll have Robby swing by and pick you up <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am glad to hear your M is well into recovery and wish you all the best man <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

ST

This is for TT and she will know what I'm talking about.

In NZ we use the expression 4x2 and not 2x4 for the piece of wood mentioned in the LM thread. Go figure <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I always thought it was an expression peculiar to Australasia till I came here and found them swung around with gay abandon.

I just asked my English H if 4x2 was an English expression as well and, yup, he grew up in the North using it.

Well, wasn't that interesting. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BTW, Robby for the 38E hugs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I KNEW it was true which is why I pull all the upper half of my body away from men when I hug them which looks and feels peculiar. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

[ November 18, 2004, 11:02 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Kimmy...

Wazup?

Hey freaks.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

A man walks into his house,

M- honey I cut my finger off at work today.

W- the whole finger?

M- no not the hole finger, the ring finger.

MEN <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hole finger ? Was that a Bond movie ? And adult rated one perhaps ?

Sing it with me:

Feed me Seymour
Feed me all night long
Feed me Seymour
Feed me all night long
'Cause if you feed me Seymour
I can grow up to be
Big
and
Strong

GC - um...never go to the $100 Store depressed. Not unless you want to walk out with a few new outfits, some costume jewelry and a six pack of Shiner Bock.

Also, I walked into the store and the sun was shining and the birds were singing. Did the above mentioned shopping plus grocery shopping...walked out to canines and felines falling out of the sky...and the $100 Store doesn't employ bag boys....(grumph!)

You didn't order this weather, did you?

Well you know, we do secretly control the weather...

I stay out of the $100 store. You can buy a rifle, but not a laddie magazine? Please!

Speaking of which, did you hear about the school in TX - they had "cross dressing" day for homecoming, but some parents complained, so they changed it to "camo" day... now instead of dressing like the opposite sex, they dress like soldiers.

Perfect!

GC

NG: I call it the $150 store (you ARE referring to Target, or Tar sjaaay in french as we say around here, right?)

{{{{{{{{{{NG}}}}}}}}}}

KY, thanks for being supportive.

Robby, I am mad at you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well, 4 more days as a married person... not sure how I feel about that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I forgot to mention I bought a T-shirt for myself that says in glittery red letters:

Dear Santa,
I can explain.

Ever since then I can't get the song Santa Baby out of my head.......

Sorry DipiT. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> With you.

- Kimmy

Me too DipiT.

Hiy idiots.

Everything seems to be busting at the seems all at once. But first...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />way back when, 16 years ago, high school, ST and I stole a calf, threw it in the hatch back and took it into town.<hr /></blockquote>And what the he11 did you do with it?!?!?!

Y'all (did I get the twang right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) have to start calling it the $200 store soon!

NCW...good to hear from you and things are going well.

{{{idiots}}}

Well, D is anaemic. (I say again, "Duh.")

Maybe hearing it from the Dr., she'll stop with the milk and "inordinate" objects. Needs iron supps 2x a day & vit supps. Yet, she's still over the 90th %ile in growth and does not seem to have any other syptoms. Blood work in 1 & 3 months.

Got my meds--starting over the weekend. New med's side-effect: a painful, 6-hour erection. Seems contradictory to me. Can't wait til I walk into work: will be bumping into walls all over the place. "Are ya happy to see me?"

Work....humph...can't get into it, but that's probably my career. Because I (and brown) are held to higher standards than everyone of these other private weasels that get away with everything--except for the politicians et al who get away with even more. Don't get me started. "Don't GET, me started."

Well, I've given enough of my sorry-sad-a$$ sit for the next few days. I miss you guys. I miss brown. I miss me.

LINY

BTW, onto week 2. One shining light.

BTW2, it's her own fault, but Jen will be now referred to as ".".

Hey Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

We actually had to take it back, my best friend was in the backseat furious with us, and scared to death of this kicking, barking, calf. Oh happy days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We were taking it into town to drop it off in Mainstreet I think. I can't really remember the entire agenda.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 Robby, I am mad at you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>Hold on...

I'll add you to the list...

page 1 - Full...

page 2 - Full...

Oh look!!

I've got room for you on page 3!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You know I am kidding, right!

I envision you walking around with a bunch of lists (ones of people mad, ones where people think you should take drugs, etc).

Hey ncw & rap!!

I hugged you guys a few pages back! I'm sure you saw it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Missed you!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />We were taking it into town to drop it off in Mainstreet I think. I can't really remember the entire agenda. <hr /></blockquote>LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly, I always LOL whenever you are around. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

From "." (thanks a bunch LINY)

As usual I am just heading off to work when you are all here. I was going to say "having fun" but there's too much sadness amongst us at the moment to say that.

H had a ghastly trigger the other night watching "Lost in Translation" but we talked it through. Thank God we TALK now.

See you Eeejits later on the night shift.

"."

Kiwij I had a dreadful tigger earlier when OM GF left me a voicemail but Squid took me upstairs and it was soon forgotten. * blush *.

She loves me SOOO much Jen, and her guilt makes her feel so bad. I felt bad when I rected to the trigger today cos I don't want to upset her more, but she is displaying a resilience, almost GRIT at fixing our M right now.

Bizarre...

BTW just to add a dog story, my Border Collie Murphy ate the cat's food at lunchtime as well as his own food and now he is farting like his gasket's blown.

Absolutely disgusting. I'm off up the gym for some fresh air ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:
 Me too DipiT. <hr /></blockquote>gc's mad at me too??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Okay guys, I'm at work and must be brief, but you guys are killing me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen first you - WHO in their right mind could make it all the way through "lost in translation"?

KY - I just knew you guys were "jocks" in high school? The "jocks" always did the worst things, and GOT AWAY WITH IT! Me I was a flower child!

Peace Man!

As for the rest of you - wow, what a group of cards we've got on here!

Back to work.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The "jocks" always did the worst things <hr /></blockquote>The funniest thing the boys on my swim team did was take my friend's Datsun, lift it up and place it ever so gently so that it was straddling a parking pilon. She was so mad, and it was so funny....she had yellowish eyes, and it was after a meet, late at night and she was just stomping her feet...we all had wet hair and it was fffffrrrreeeeezzzzzzinnnggg. So she's this little thing throwing a cat-fit at all these triangle shaped boys (ever notice how swimmer's are upside down triangles?).........

Of course the swimmers partied the best and the hardest....and we listened to the way coolest music.....

Kimmy I know exactly what you mean about the swimmers. My little brother was on the swim team, he was and is the coolest!

Me, my mom wrote me a note excusing me from swimming, telling the principal I was allergic to chlorine because I didn't like to get my hair or make-up messed up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Triggers

You wanna hear a trigger. Know what Z's da told me right before he moved out?

"I sure am gonna miss your cooking."

Know what Nio said yesterday?

You got it.

I think I'm going to throw up.

Maybe I'd be worth keeping if I couldn't cook so well.... <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

{{{{{{{{{{Kimmy}}}}}}}}}}} Bad H's are pigs! acting like fools, and apparently, at your house, gorging themselves on good food, things like beef stew and enchiladas. PIGS!!!!

I, too, was a swimmer.

Now, my body is like an upside down circle. Wait...oh...DAMN...just plain fat, ok!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I am lonely today. Have no idea why!

NG/DE/Kimmy: I know...come to Florida. We can hang out together, and go swimming!!!

KY: When the hell are you coming, anyway?

Honey ((((DipiT)))), we've been lonely for months, you and I - I think.

I am in shape. Round is a shape...

I would like to take a minute to thank God for all of the blessings that he has bestowed on me. I will get thru this. Anyone else believe in that bull of "if it weren't for bad luck...."

Edited because it seemed kind of petty after I thought about it.

[ November 18, 2004, 01:59 PM: Message edited by: wantedout ]

HEY! We could go to Mickey Mouse's house together!!!! Wouldn't that be fun.

My darling children think that Cinderella's castle is Mickey's house. Before every Disney movie, when Tinkerbell swirls her wand and the castle appears, they say, "Look mom....Mickey Mouse's house..." I've no idea which kid started it, but they all say it now.

I wanna go home. I want my babies.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Anyone else believe in that bull of "if it weren't for bad luck...."
<hr /></blockquote>Doom, despair and agony on me
Deep, dark depression
Excessive misery
If it weren't for bad luck
I'd have no luck at all
Doom, despair and agony on me

Member last time Nio pulled this horror on me, and my Grandma ended up in the hospital? Guess what mom called me about yesterday? Sure, how about a little pneumonia and congestive heart failure for Grandma....

I swear, if she passes right now....

How many licks does it take to get to the middle of a tootsie roll....

Only mine is:

How many pieces can a person break into before they fall apart?

Sorry. Pity party......is it byob?

How many pieces can a person break into before they fall apart?

you aren't going to fall apart Kimmy. You are going to get through this the same way you got through all the other bull in your life. With true grit and inner beauty.

Stay strong.

You other girls too!

I just bought Shel's wedding present. Wanna know what I got her?

Shrek 2.

I know they just bought the first Shrek. I wrote in the card,

"May all your ever afters be happily."

(when you've seen the movie, you'll understand)

I know it's not china - but everyone needs a good fairy tale now and then....

Besides which, everyone needs to hear Antonio Banderas speak now and then................((((sigh))))))

Melanie is SO lucky.

Kimmy, I could use a PP (haw haw)...

Just spoke to my lawyer. Every point I bring up about what seems "fair", she responds with something like, "In a no-fault state the courts don't care what's fair." Ain't it true. Anyway, it's looking like I'll have to pretty much give every last nickel of my retirement to the sparrow if I want to keep my house.

And I'll still lose my rear if I can't keep up with the payments. Woo hoo.

Yeah, good times.

GC

And this is me singing my way to pick up ds:

Santa baby, just slip a sable under the tree
For me
Been an awful good girl
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa baby, a '54 convertible too
Light blue
I'll wait up for you, dear
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Next year I could be used as good
If you'll check off my Christmas list

Santa baby, I want a yacht and really that's not a lot
Been an angel all year
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Santa honey, one little thing I really need
The deed
To a platinum mine
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Santa cutie, and fill my stocking with a duplex
And checks
Sign your "x" on the line
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations brought at Tif-fa-ny
I really do believe in you
Let's see if you believe in me

Santa Baby, forget to mention one little thing
A ring
I don't mean on the phone
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry... tonight

Picture me with a voice like Sade (liquid chocolate), not the 14 year old sounding voice I really have....lmao. I really have been a good girl...............................

ARGH!

Gray,

She would take your retirement, even though she is now part of a two income "family", or leave you without your beloved house?

Why wouldn't she just give you everything after practically destroying you? This is what she wanted, not you.

I don't get it. I try, but I just don't.

This just isn't right. I'm having serious second thoughts about ever getting married.

I want you to meet a great lady and have babies, and if not babies than puppies and a great life with her. Not very MB like of me, but I grow weary of this.

Edited to take something out. What of it, Robbie?

[ November 18, 2004, 04:47 PM: Message edited by: weaver ]

HO HO HO, Kimmy.

(and I do mean "ho" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Now, weaver, was that nice?

I posted something a while back and it's lost in cyberspace. This happens to me once a week at least. Wonder where lost postings go? The north pole? Second star to the right and straight on till morning?

Well, this thread has been dead for a while and it's been a couple of hours. Where is the night crew? Hello?

Ok, the thread was only wounded. I confess I shot it.

Town Sniper <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey town sniper! Kimmy said herself that we, as girls could say anything we want to each other and it was OKAY. Besides it was directed at OW, not her. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm off to bed Starz. Just got off the phone with my little girl, finally after a week of not hearing from her. Her dad is really starting to tick me off.

Anyway she is coming home for the weekend tomorrow after school, and I am ecstatic. I miss her terribly. Four months at her dad's you know, and it's killing me.

So goodnight Starz. And I think I have thread killer status on idiotville pretty much cornered. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hope you are taking care of the old 'puter <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning idiotville! (for those of us idiots on the other side of the world!)

Anyone from the night crew here yet?

I'm here, but I'm not the night crew!!

But I'm off to the gym!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Mr. Mayor! Have a great workout!

RIF hello. how are you tonight? very well i hope. pretty quiet here in idiotville huh? i'm trying hard to stay awake just alittle longer ... so i can call LINY at work and wake him up ... we're both pretty exhausted (physically, mentally and emotionally).

i hope you are well tonight ... and all the rest of the idiots too of course.

i'll check back b/f i go to sleep

B

Kimmy,

Here in Florida, we ALL call it Mickey Mouse's house...your kids have a sixth sense somehow...

Hey freaks.

Man I'm getting old!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Brown - What's LINY doing? Working the night shift?... You guys hang in there... I know it's rough, but you're both doing great!

Hi ST - Micky's House... my girls had a blast when we went down there a couple of years ago... We might head down that way when I get back for good this coming spring...

Hi Mr. Mayor - hard night at the gym???

Weaver... she's going to demand whatever her lawyer tells her she'd get if it went to court.

She has demonstrated before that it doesn't make any difference to her whether or not I'm able to keep my house.

She doesn't care about me one little bit.

The scary part is, she used to be such a sweet person. If I said an unkind word about someone, she was always there to pull me down to earth. Now... yuck. I don't get it either. It's pure insanity.

Now on to I'ville business. I'm drinking beer and listening to Miles Davis. I'm like a cool 50s bachelor! Diiiiiiiig.

GC

mayor i didn't know you were back from the gym ... dipit how are you too?

RIF - i hope we can make it through all this ... we've been through so much together (and have stayed together - but this is very hard on the both of us),

i don't want him to see me cry or get mad - i want to be supportive of him - but i can't always be "happy" and "smiling". he doesn't want to hurt me and the family anymore - and is trying to show he means business - he's working so hard at being strong (he's been saying the Serenity Prayer alot!)

and yes he's working the N/S and that doesn't help. we met on the N/S. then after our 1st D was born, i work the 4:30 pm to 1:00 am for like 7 years. when we were on the same shift we got pregnant w/ D #2. so after she was born, LINY went to N/S 4:00 pm to 12:30 pm. it's been 3 years now - and it's been 3 years too long <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

i keep praying for a miracle (for many reasons) that he'll get a position on the D/S and we can be more "normal" (that's just so funny b/c if you knew us - you'd know how not "normal" we are and have never been "normal" - why start now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

well, i'm boring myself to tears. i'm actually gonna try and sleep in our bed tonight.

(Robby could you please check under the bed for the boogie-man please, please - i don't wanna hear the creepy noises <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

well, good night all

{{{IDIOTS}}}

Oh and LINY if you read this tonight - i am so very proud of you for overcoming the obstacles today (#8). i love ya and i prayed for you today (and everyday). and i'm so sorry again , that i didn't notice the clean shave - i feel so embarassed <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> .

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RIF - i hope we can make it through all this ... we've been through so much together (and have stayed together - but this is very hard on the both of us), <hr /></blockquote>Brown - Don't hope... make the commitment and 'just do it'!

*** RIF looks under the bed, see's that it's all clear... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> *** OK Brown, you can go to bed now!

Hey LINY - How it going this evening?...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
 Don't hope... make the commitment and 'just do it'!
<hr /></blockquote>I love this attitude...

Don't know if it applies to all sits, ok, my sit though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
Mr. Mayor - hard night at the gym??? <hr /></blockquote>Only did 30 mins of cardio...

Long, hard day emotionally. Must have winded me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

gc-

You just posted something very insightful on another thread.

Well done!

Are you really mad at me? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Rebuilding in Faith 90:
 Don't hope... make the commitment and 'just do it'!
<hr /></blockquote>I love this attitude...

Don't know if it applies to all sits, ok, my sit though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey Robby - I'm not familiar with your sit... but it does take two... I hope that your W will come around.

Robby, you little nightshifter you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well, here I am, where's the party???

Jen aka "."

Hey .

I'm trying to figure out how to sneak up and hug you from behind!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sheesh, those ones are the worst. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You think, right, where's he trying to stick his hands. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Men! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Men?

Don't blame us!!

Where's Liny?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh, so you're going to blame US for having attractive, squishy bits. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think Liny's working.

And I think no one else wants to talk to a tight a**.

Jen

I don't think you're a tight a**...

Liny said that, not me...

And he's not funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh good golly no, robby. And thank you!

I was "me too"ing about Kimmy.

GC

Wait. It was DipiT. Sympathy for DipiT, what with Monday looming and all...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />And I think no one else wants to talk to a tight a**.

Jen aka "."<hr /></blockquote>{{{{{Idiots!!!!!}}}}}

. (not "."), you had me ROFL!!!!
You know I love ya, don't you? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

DIP: this was probably the funniest thing I've seen you post:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now, my body is like an upside down circle. Wait...oh...DAMN...just plain fat, ok!<hr /></blockquote>I mean, it's funny, sorta in a Haha kinda way...not at you, of course, but still funny!

RIF...I'm here, reporting for some more bu11sh1t thrown my way. I guess it's all in what I do with it: do I roll around in it, or do I make pretty flowers with it?

{{{{De}}}}

Oh, and where is our believer?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!? Hope everything is OK with her.

Well, it's late. Overly-tired as it is.

Good night/good morning all!

Well LINY, my dog's bowels continue to provide hours of fun. I awoke today to find he'd hoyed up all over the untility room floor, with small reprises in the lounge and our bedroom....

A lovely start to the day cleaning THAT up ! Poor little booger, must feel like cr@p. I was just on the receiving end and I feel like cr@p !

Y'know some days when you wake feeling that trouble is looming even when you know there is really none? Well thats me this morning.

I think I need a hug off Squid !

We had our first snow & freeze of winter last night and I'm worried cos I haven't decommissioned the water pipes at our holiday home yet.

I need to get out there and do the do directly or face a big plumbing bill !

Mantra :" I am not in trouble, I am not in trouble, I am not in trouble...." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{LINY & Brown}}}}
{{{{idiotville}}}}

Hey LINY - How's it going this evening? We're already 1/2 way through our day here so that's a good thing... How are you and Brown doing?

Hey Bob - Sorry to hear about the poor pup... too bad you can't train them like cats... So did you get a hug from Squid? if not... {{{Bob}}} ...and that was a 'manly hug' so don't get all excited Mr. Mayor!

Hey KiwiJ - What's going on in NZ??? I've got to get better aquainted with the Kiwi's here and see if they'll trade one of their cool hats!

Hey GC - Are you still awake?

RIF, Squids kinda 'displaced' today too so I sent her to get her toenails painted. That always cheers her up !

She has an assessment today for a job as a driving instructor - she'll pass easily, but we need to see if she can work enough hours to break even after insurance and car rental or purchase are taken into account.

I'm OK RIF. Its amazing that I can still feel sorry for myself on occasion after all I've been through ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Four months ago I thought I wouldn't live past August, today my baby loves me again , OM is uber dark and we're looking forward together yet I can still find time for self pity !

SHAME on me ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hows life in the Afghan winter br'a ? I recall CNN reports from when it all kicked off and the winter was pretty severe in parts of Afghanistan.

Its thought that you guys are currently containing Bin Laden right now, an interesting thought with all teh focus on Iraq - that you might bump into that nice gentleman across the continent there in Afghanistan !

All blessings to you RIF, and your brothers in arms.

Hey Bob!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm OK RIF. Its amazing that I can still feel sorry for myself on occasion after all I've been through ! Four months ago I thought I wouldn't live past August, today my baby loves me again , OM is uber dark and we're looking forward together yet I can still find time for self pity !
<hr /></blockquote>Well, sometimes we all need to have a little pitty party... but it's best to just make an appearance then leave the party as quickly as you can!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hows life in the Afghan winter br'a ? I recall CNN reports from when it all kicked off and the winter was pretty severe in parts of Afghanistan. <hr /></blockquote>Actually it's in the upper 60's today... it gets cooler here at night, but so far, it hasn't gotten below freezing yet.

Tell Squid that the nightshift says hello!

That'll be the warmth of democratic elections mate ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I don't do pity parties RIF. I go to the gym usually when I feel grim and all improves <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

When you fly home ?

Hey Bob,

Well as long as the rubberbands work on the airplane, I should fly out of here on the 11th of December...

I'll just make it home in time for our 18th wedding anniversary on the 16th and will be home over Christmas! I can hardly wait!

RIF I am genuinely excited for you !I only know how I feel when I have been on assignment abroad for two weeks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 RIF I am genuinely excited for you !I only know how I feel when I have been on assignment abroad for two weeks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>I'll have been away for 230 days... I can't wait to get home!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Give your Squid a hug and enjoy the time that you get to spend with her...

Rise and Shine Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wake up!!!

Time for Barney !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!

ROBBY!!!!!! Shame on you - I was gonna let my 3yo listen to that - thank goodness I couldn't get her attention!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Ugh!! OH Well, this IS Idiotville - that's what I get for assuming, huh!?!!

Daily hugs for {{{{I-ville}}}}

Hope you are all enjoying this Friday-day...happy hunting, Campers!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

GOOD MORNING IDIOTVILLE (in my best Robin Williams good morning vietnam voice) !!!!

{{{{{hugs to all}}}}

Oops! Sorry for the lopsided hug <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{hugs to all}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> sixth sense somehow...
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah. They're psycho...I mean psychic that way...

Wonder where they get it?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> ...ho<hr /></blockquote>Who told? Sheesh! We can't let it get out...everyone will want some..."I'm not available in six packs, you know?"

Okay Robby - who said it? 5 bagillion magillion points if you get it.

Easy!!

I said it about 20 mins ago!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />..."I'm not available in six packs, you know?"<hr /></blockquote>Answer: any man, at one time or another! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{de}}, {{Mayor}}, {{RH}}
{{YL}}--how ya feelin?

de, I think we all need a night out, hon! Or as KY might suggest, a good box of chocolates. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh, and don't let those comments get to you. Don't forget: a way to a man's heart is by having a great cook and giving a good--whoops! Let's stay edit free! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Was I actually gonna say that?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )
Seriously, de, this is coming from me--Mr. there's-four-feet-of-bu11sh1t-on-the-ground-and-it-ain't-pretty-what-surroundings-I've-created: Keep your head up! You're a great gal, de. Really.

RIF & Bob...sorry guys, had to cut out "early" last night. I'm still exhausted. No clue of when I can make this sleep up.

Cool! Just got a call from my D's school: I swear though, it sounded like a telemarketer saying I just won a sweepstakes or something: she is student of the day! My little genius! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I hope my other D takes a nap--I'm sooooooo tired!

Don't even tell me all of you are working today? GMAFB! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Well, I'll check back with all of you later.

What the world needs now,
Is love
Sweet love...

{{GC}}
Sorry bud...missed saying hi to ya!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Easy!!

I said it about 20 mins ago!!
<hr /></blockquote>Oh, plllluuuuhhhhheeezzzze!!! Don't tell me my number's written on the stalls in Fl?????

AND: Wrong-o. I was asking about the quote, dingledork.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> de, I think we all need a night out, hon! Or as KY might suggest, a good box of chocolates.

<hr /></blockquote>Can't do the chocolates....would give me a migraine (it's God's little joke on me). Take the night out and up the ante with it being on the gambling cruise ship. Dwh is prone to seasickness so I don't get to go...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />My little genius!
<hr /></blockquote>But I heard she takes after her mother.... (sorry, LINY...that one was just too, too easy)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Don't even tell me all of you are working today? GMAFB! <hr /></blockquote>Um, hello Helen! Look at the long arsed post I sent to Squiddy thru Bob. I didn't just pull that one out of my yoo-hoo you know? I only had hard copy of it...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> {{GC}}
Sorry bud...missed saying hi to ya!
<hr /></blockquote>I dunno how you could. He's all over down here. GC!!!!! Quit sending the weather this way. I swear, I'll have to row home.

GC - I think I'll join you in the beer tonight. Seems like bock type day anyway....

Wish my puter worked at home.

Morning, fools.

Where my coffee at?

GC

Your coffee is at Starbucks (Farbucks if you live in Far, Far Away).

I've a Diet Dr. Thunder in the fridge....

I used to be suspicious of Starbucks.

OM loves Starbucks, and works a 2nd job there now.

Now I'm real suspicious of Starbucks.

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> OM loves Starbucks, and works a 2nd job there now.

Now I'm real suspicious of Starbucks.
<hr /></blockquote>It's a cult. That's why I drink pop.

Check this out. This is my boy:

Superhero

Kimmy, Sorry we can't check out the photo. It asks us for your password.

This whole thread is just a glitch in the Matrix, right?

Red pill or blue pill? Mmmmm...

Hi Liny...yah, I'm feeling some better everyday...thanks for askin...Dr. says I can go back to work after 4 wks - that'll be next Wed, as good graces would have it, that's the day before Thanksgiving, aka Turkey-day, so, I'll get an extra 4 days to laze around the house - GREAT if you're a millionaire, and/or don't have bills, but STINKS if you've got a 2 income family...my job is only part time, and it's really the end of the month and "play" money - but with Christmas only 35 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> days away, it's kindof a bummer to loose the extra income...oh well, God has provided before, I/we are trusting He'll meet our needs again...and, so far He's doing that, so why am I complaining? Well, I wasn't really, but I'm an idiot, so well...I'm an idiot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Low - Hehehe - you know, I just can't get into that movie enough to figure out what's with the little pills, but I think we really prefer M&M's here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Where'd everybuddy go??

Neither, Low-O (I like saying your name that way...)

Always go for the pink one.

Pink is my signature color.

(said very Southern: Pink is mah sinaturah collah.)

Spoke to dwh this morning about our newly seperated checking accounts (that I only found out about because his direct deposit wasn't going to show up and he fessed to me). Remind me to never have a battle of the wits with an unarmed person. I think the mothership has fully terminated whatever was left of anything that he was. I was kinda hoping that if there was anything left it'd regenerate....doubtful now, huh?

What is this thing hope? It must be the pink pill.

Does this link work:

superhero

Kimmy - I don't think I've told you, but I am very sorry to hear about the current situation - my prayers are still that the fog he's in will lift, and you'll find that love again. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> {{{Kimmy}}}

As for the link, no, it still asks for signin and password...

YL - CHRISTMAS???? You're thinking of Christmas when my birthday is next up???????

I'm so glad you're feeling better. Love to you and the young uns!

Sheesh. I can't send anything today. Why won't the link work...it worked before.

I'm sorry De!! When is your b-day? and, isn't KY's soon, too - she told me, but I lost most of my e-mails when we switched internet providers...isn't hers in Dec??

PS - NO I wasn't thinking about Christmas - can barely get through turkey day...somebody just announced it on t.v. - "Only 35 days left - you better get your shopping done" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> like we have time to think about it with all the mess that's going on... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

This?

Yup - a superhero in training, for sure!!!

AWESOME, and what a CUTIE!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I didn't know Jel was a Sag, no wonder I like her. I'll bet her b-day is before mine, then, because I was born on the cusp....not that I believe that stuff....(hehe)

YL - how did you keep the faith? (speaking of believing) I barely have hope anymore...faith is a glimmer at the end of a tunnel that I don't know I want to traverse anymore. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Hehehe....DondundunDUN!!!!
It's Son of De!!!!
Where's batman? Were you batgirl? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Where's believer....spidey...our bartender fraggles closed the bar down on opening night!

Well, have a great weekend everyone if I don't "see" you!

Hang in there de.

Good to hear you're doing OK, YL. You're right--leave it in His hands! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />AWESOME, and what a CUTIE!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Thank you. I grew him myself, you know?

(psst: even if he DOES look like God just took his dad and miniaturized him....I was THERE at the birth, so I know he's mine)

C'mon LINY...if you're a guy or you've got kids you KNOW Marvel has made a spin off of Batman, and Robin is the key figure of a TV show called Teen Titans.

Personally, I like it okay...it's a little too Animai for me....if I want Aniamai, I'll watch Sailor Moon....now, that's true Japanese tooning.

Honestly, it's not always easy, and I confess the triggers are really hitting hard right now - once again, I'm at home, can't do anything, and can't SF for at least another 2-3 weeks...every voice, every female is another trigger right now. Sometimes the faith just has to be blind...it's like I don't know if H has really "earned" back my trust, but at this point I know I must trust him, or our M will never work. I thank God I was not in your shoes...I don't know what I would've done, and I don't know that I would have handled it as well as you have. In my case, the OW went away when H was forced out of his job. He was so embarrassed and mad at himself, and afraid of loosing his family, that he "hid" from us (that's what I call his 2.5 yr trip to CA) - yah, he was home for about 2-3 days in between trips, and one trip took about 9-14 days, but that's not a family man - and it's really hard to have/build a marriage. So there really wasn't time for him to "prove" to me that he wanted me only - suddenly, he had not only days free, but nights too - 9-14 of them that I could call him, but could in no way account for his time nor verify how he was really spending it. And, I found things in the truck, hidden behind clothes, or even in the pantry, that made me wonder if there were others...he had certain places he'd stop to eat and fuel, and anytime I went with him to one particular place, I always felt like I was getting the cold shoulder from one of the waitresses...he would make a point to tell her "this is my wife" or "you remember my wife, don't you" but she'd act really funny...still makes me ill to think about it.

UGH - really didn't want to go there today, so I'll shorten it and get to the point - the faith, as I said, I've reached the point it has to be just blind faith. Total trust that God knows my future, and that He is in control. That no matter what comes my way, it is NOT taking Him by surprise - He knows everytime the devil wants to harm us, and if He didn't allow it, it would never happen. I have more faith and trust in God, than in my H, just because I believe that if this M is going to work, then He will have to be the center of it, and if for some reason it doesn't, then I will still have Him - He will never leave me nor forsake me...He causes the sun to come up every morning, and the moon and stars to shine at night...surely He can handle my marriage too.

Where do I get my faith in God? It comes from a real, live, personal experience - not anything that someone else can't have - it's not exclusive to me - but, well, it's rather hard to explain...Some of my favorite places to read, Proverbs - there are 31 chapters, makes it easy to read the book once a month...also, Psalms (too many chapters for once a month, but lots of comfort there - after all, the Bible says David was a man after God's own heart - if He loved David that much, and David was an adulterer, and a murderer, and God STILL loved him, then there's hope for me yet...plus, the book of Psalms chronicles many of Davids thoughts and his plight when Saul was after him and tried to kill him) I also like to read about Job...how much he lost - then regained, but mostly because it reminds me that nothing gets past God - most people don't "see" it, but read it, it's there - satan had to go to God to get permission to "touch" Job - to start with, God said you can take anything but don't touch him, and when Job still praised God even after loosing home, children, wife, and all his possesions, God "allowed" satan to touch Job, but still he was not allowed to take Job's life...God was in control the whole time - WHY did he allow all that to happen? Maybe to show "us" that you CAN praise God through all things; maybe to show us that God will see us through all things; and maybe not - maybe it was to show the devil that he is not in control and God is. I don't really know why bad things happen to good people...I just know that nothing takes God by surprise, and no matter what choices we make, with our faith and trust in Him, He will see us through to the end.

So, I guess that's where my faith in my H comes from - from the idea that God knows my future, He has it all in His hands, and if I'll stay out of the way long enough, He will work it all out.

I don't know what's in store for you, but I do believe that the "footsteps of a righteous man are ordered of the Lord" and that "all things work together for good for them that love the Lord and are called according to His purpose"...my heart goes out to you hon - my prayers are always with you!

Sorry that was so long <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> unfortunately, I can't say anything without my emotions being there - I use to have write letters to my subordinates and outside clients 6 or 7 times before I could take it all out, but well, when it comes to my faith, I'm not sure I want it out - I want others to know they can trust in God too...anyway, just wanted to let you know I've got to get 3yo down for nap - I'll try to get back in a little later and chat... {{{Kimmy}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So, I guess that's where my faith in my H comes from - from the idea that God knows my future, He has it all in His hands, and if I'll stay out of the way long enough, He will work it all out.
<hr /></blockquote>Ah. See? There is the crux of my problem. I took it back from God....

Now. How do I become less a control freak about this and be able to give it back? I want Him to have control over it again, because it was truly a weight off my shoulders when I gave it over before....maybe I became too complacent (sp?)....Trust is such an issue right now that even trusting Him is hard. D'ya supposed He understands?

I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to trigger you. I'd rather be Dale than Trigger <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> No more triggers today, YL! That's an order from the town nursey-momma type, crunchy, granola type person. Put on some music and SING! It helps. I swear that why God invented the stuff.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> "But, as Yertle, the Turtle King, lifted his hand
And started to order and give the command,
That plain little turtle below in the stack,
That plain little turtle whose name was just Mack,
Decided he'd taken enough. And he had.
And that plain little lad got a bit mad.
And that plain little Mack did a plain little thing.
He burped!
And his burp shook the throne of the king!

And Yertle the Turtle, the king of the trees,
The king of the air and the birds and the bees,
The king of a house and a cow and a mule...
Well, that was the end of the Turtle King's rule!
For Yertle, the King of all Sala-ma-Sond,
Fell off his high throne and fell Plunk! in the pond!

And today the great Yertle, that Marvelous he,
Is King of the Mud. That is all he can see.
And the turtles, of course... all the turtles are free
As turtles and, maybe, all creatures should be."<hr /></blockquote>I read Yertle the Turtle to my kids last night. They get a kick out of me reading Suess to them because I know it so well I playact it out. Yertle is one of my very most favoritest ones (this weekend it's Horton Hatches an Egg -

I mean what I said
And I said what I meant
An elephant's faithful
One hundred percent

I should've been an elephant).

It's almost time for me to burp, I think.

GC - Turtle, turtle. Yep. It's still a fun word.

Hi Idiots!!

I'm not a "resident" here,,merely a traveler, passing through Idiotville on my search for Sanity City. So far I haven't found it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

However YL's post and comment--

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So, I guess that's where my faith in my H comes from - from the idea that God knows my future, He has it all in His hands, and if I'll stay out of the way long enough, He will work it all out <hr /></blockquote>reminded me of a message my grown son gave me the other day and I thought you all might appreciate it as I do....

As children bring their broken toys
with tears for us to mend,
I brought my broken dreams to God
because He was my friend.

Then instead of leaving Him
in peace to work alone,
I hung around and tried to help
in ways that were my own.

At last I snatched them back and said,
"How could you be so slow!"
"My child," He said, "What could I do?
You never did let go."

((((Idiots))))

Just passin' through...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Newrly (or however you spell it) - perfect! Am emailing it to dwh.

I still think I should be down on my knees, but cannot make myself do it. I will soon...I think.

Kimmy - No worries dear, YOU did not bring Trigger in today - I let him outta the barn all by myself! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Letting go is the hardest...The Hardest...The HARDEST...no, actually...THE HARDEST thing I've ever done...and yes, in some ways it almost feels like I've given up, but yet I have such a peace about it...when I allow the triggers into my mind, I feel like I've failed God more than anybody, and I guess it's at that point that I have kindof pulled it back to me, almost like a tug-of-war; but, once I recognize it, I can let go again...that's my new motto - Let Go and Let God! Let God "what"??!! I don't know, really...I don't know what He's gonna do...I don't know where I'm gonna end up, but I know He has a plan for me (each of us really)...

"'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,' declares the LORD." Jeremiah 29:11-14a

It's so hard (humanly) to let go and trust God, but He's been there for you, even when you didn't know He was, and even when you didn't know you needed Him...He wants so much for us to rely on Him, and once you do, you will find how easy it is...it's not whimping out - it's not letting go of reality and going into a fog of your own, but it is a release, the lifting of a burden, a peace that passes all human understanding.

I know you'll be leaving work soon, headed for home...hope this one brings you as much comfort as it does for me...

Isaiah 41:13 For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.

In a way, it's a "Plan B" of the mind and heart, not necessarily against the one who wronged you, but against the situation, basically saying God is in control, I will not allow this thing to bring me so much hurt...God will see me through.

Dear Lord, Please touch my friend, right now, God, in the place where she is, in the place where she is hurting. Lord I feel her pain, and I ask you to help her, to ease her hurting, to restore peace to her mind, to her body, to her spirit, to her home, to her marriage. God we know that You are in control, whether we let go or not, help us to trust you, help us to let go and allow You to do Your work. Thank you for Your strength, thank you for an extra dose of faith, and thank you for being there when it seems no one else is. Amen

Love you Kimmy, hope you have a peaceful weekend! ~LemonDash

Nerly - that was awesome - copy, paste, print! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Thanks - Oh, and you're welcome in Idiotville anytime! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Lemon - ya know it took you long 'nuf to nap that kid...didja sleep, too?

Thank you deary. Dwh is making goo-goo eyes aready.

Now what Lord?

- Kimmy

Um...nap...me??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

YEP!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'm SO gonna hate going back to work - no more nappies for me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey freaks.

Kimmy, does your offline email still work?

Not sure if I'm really a "freak", but well, I am an idiot, so what do I know?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey DipiT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

OK Idiotville - I'm off for the weekend, well, at least for as long as I can bear to be away from youz guyz.

Hope you all have a good, trigger free weekend...Kimmy called it!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

~LemonDash
May all your days be sunshiney, and may all your nights be filled with bright shiney stars...unless you actually NEED the rain, then well, 86 the above! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> {{{Idiotville}}} I love you guys...YL

I would like to announce that Richard Cranium has been named to the post of Senior Advisor to the Mayor.

Please welcome Mr. Cranium. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning idiots. Thanks Kiwi for the 4x2 stuff. Funny how it got turned around.

I am feeling so so headsore today. I don't know how much wine I had but I know I danced like crazy and had a great night (friend's 50th). I danced like a true idiot <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> .

TT, dancing like an idiot is acceptable, normal, practice around here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby, is Richard Cranium (yes, I get it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )somebody you know that's being a complete dhead? I hope you're not calling yourself that.

Jen

robby please answer kiwi

(and yes i got it too)

It seems that Richard Cranium has been advising me in regards to actions with my W. I know itâ€™s only been two weeks, but Iâ€™ve been anticipating this separation for MUCH longer than that. I seem to zig when I should zag. Nothing major. I just donâ€™t FEEL like Iâ€™m making any progressâ€¦ either way. I see two possible paths from here, reconciliation or divorce. I want to reconcile, but Iâ€™m stuck in limbo, not moving towards the sun or away from it. Just treading water, or maybe swimming towards the sun but not getting any closer.

Well, then aren't you lucky I went to a workshop at the Uni the other day called "having the courage to be yourself."

The speaker told us the following, amongst a lot of other stuff:

1. Identify the problem:

2. Identify the ideal solution:

3. Take the first practical step to achieving the solution.

Don't get anxious - take action.

Don't internalise. Look at your solution - will it give you peace of mind - will it be best for your total or long term welfare.

It was a very good workshop. It wasn't all about how to be happy at the expense of others - it took other's needs and feelings into consideration.

So.... what's your first practical step going to be?

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
So.... what's your first practical step going to be?
<hr /></blockquote>I have no freaking idea!

Suggestions?

Robby - it's been 2 weeks already OMGoodness. You said you've gone a few places w/ her and the baby - how did they go? Did ya 'love-bank' and 'Plan A'??? Did you talk to her????

(an aggressive Brown questions the mayor)

"Mr Mayor, over here!!!!"
"Please, Mr Mayor, answer the questions!!"

[ November 19, 2004, 09:39 PM: Message edited by: brown ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 1. Identify the problem:

2. Identify the ideal solution:

3. Take the first practical step to achieving the solution.

Don't get anxious - take action.

Don't internalise. Look at your solution - will it give you peace of mind - will it be best for your total or long term welfare.

<hr /></blockquote>Ok. My last answer was a cop out. Let's try for real.

1. Identify the problem:
W & I are separated. She "doesn't know what she wants" and time apart cannot be a great thing for our M. My income is in the toilet.

2. Identify the ideal solution:
Reconciliation.

3. Take the first practical step to achieving the solution.
Be myself. Let her miss me. Plan A when I'm with her. Plan B when I'm not. Get a new job.

I asked her tonight if she had thought any more about our situation. She said "No, I haven't had time."

That could be true or it could be BS. Not wanting to give me the satisfaction of knowing she's considering anything.

Robby - have you asked her out - without the baby? like a date?!? or just for coffee?!? just to talk?!?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Robby - have you asked her out - without the baby? like a date?!? or just for coffee?!? just to talk?!? <hr /></blockquote>Yes, I have, several times. Not since she moved out. She said she's not ready for that. She is coming over tomorrow to watch the Ohio State / Michigan game, but her sister, her husband and 4yo are coming too.

It's gonna sound stupid but for a couple of months now - when LINY asked me what he could do for me and to help the situation - I keep hearing that sappy song from the 80's -what was it???? "find a hundred ways" -
"maybe she's had it on her mind
that she's been wasting her time ......
if it's violins she loves , let them play "
and I think of the MB Principles ... but it does make you think "how do we get passed all this and have a better M than before?" I know we have to identify our EN's and try our best to fulfill those EN's for each other - but what happens when you don't know what your EN's are? B/c after everything - I don't even really know my name - I can't be sure about anything. I get happy when LINY shows me he still loves me - but I get upset whenever I think (just whenever I think <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

I don't know ifthat helps - but I sure had a little rant huh?

Back to you Robby

[ November 19, 2004, 10:05 PM: Message edited by: brown ]

I would call that a good first practical step. (Having her over to the house)

She will be in your house. So, no relationship talk, just a good Plan A. Have you identified her needs? Obviously, financial support is right up there as it seems your job has been a big stumbling block for her. Affection? Admiration? Conversation? Recreational companionship? Openness and honesty? Domestic support? Family support? SF? An attractive spouse?

What was missing that made her leave in the end? And I don't mean that she said she hasn't loved you - that's just a symptom of unmet needs.

Jen

[ November 19, 2004, 10:12 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Well I can't sleep worth a nickel ( eating a Chicken Jalfrezi too late at night !).

Hey Mr Mayor, sorry you are suffering mate. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

"Ain't no sunshine when she's gone..."

Be funny, confident Robbie when you see her, not the 'Oh f'k I'm staggered by how sad I am' Robby.

Thats the one that'll remind her of her love for you IMO.

Think of you mate {{{robby}}}

All you idiots havea WONDERFUL weekend!I'm driving through the snow to decommission our holiday home for the winter in a few hours ! Should be fun ( NOT!) then hopefully home in time to watch England Play South Africa at Rugby.

* Swing low sweet chariot ...*

( no idea why but thats the crown song of the England team. Quite why English public schoolboys who started rugby would choose a negro spiritual as their song I dunno !!!!!!!!!!)

" Father God, hear the prayer of this sinner. Pour happiness and lightness of heart into ALL these idiots Lord God, grant them respite from troubles and the knowledge that you are always near, even when sadness and pain looms. For you are our God: our Holy Father. Amen "

{{{{idiots}}}}

Is there something special she likes to eat or drink for snacking during the game ... maybe you could pick it up???

Should I be wary of Kiwi's advice.

This isn't normal in NZ is it?

Mother who breastfeeds pup 'didn't want to waste it'

18.11.2004

A woman says she is breastfeeding her staffordshire bull terrier pup because she wants the dog to protect her baby girl as the pair grow up.

Hastings resident Kura "Kat" Tumanako said she started breastfeeding the pup after her own baby stopped taking her milk and she had to pour her milk away.

"I didn't want to waste it, so I gave it to Honey Boy," she said.

The pup has been having two feeds a day for the past week.

Ms Tumanako said she would probably wean the puppy in six weeks.

Her baby, Honey Pauline Philomina Flo, was born on August 29 and is now on bottled milk.

"I wanted to raise it [the pup] with my baby," Ms Tumanako said yesterday. "I wanted to bring it up with a baby. It will protect her as they grow up."

The pup came from a litter of 10.

"He drinks more than the baby. It doesn't hurt, but it's a little bit ticklish," she said.

Ms Tumanako, who is pregnant again, said she did not care what people thought about her breastfeeding the pup.

"It's my life, my responsibility. I make my own choices," she said. "I'm going to look after me, my baby and my puppy."

Hastings veterinarian Sharon Marshall said it was uncommon, but not unheard of, for one species to provide milk to another.

"But from a veterinarian viewpoint it's always better for any species to have its own milk.

"If a ***** was available that would have been better."

Ms Marshall said she knew of instances where a sow gave milk to puppies and dogs gave milk to cats, but she had not heard of a human breastfeeding another species.

"It's not going to hurt the puppy," she said. "I would be more concerned for hygiene issues for any baby sharing the milk."

Victoria University associate professor of anthropology Jeff Sissons said women from Papua New Guinea hill tribes breastfed pigs, but he had not heard of any other instance of a human breastfeeding another species.

The national president for the SPCA, Peter Mason, said nothing in the Animal Welfare Act that applied specifically to a case like this, but he had some concerns that the dog could develop long-term behavioural issues.

"It doesn't sound like the animal is suffering. It's not a cruelty thing as such," Mr Mason said.

The director of La Leche League, a support organisation for breastfeeding mothers, Rosemary Gordon, said she had heard of cases involving mothers giving their milk to household pets or sick or elderly relatives, but she felt the matter was "beyond the league's area of expertise".

- NZPA

Brown, your needs are your needs whether you can identify them or not.

They are just there. They are part of being human.

You and LINY should do the questionnaires on the main site.

They really help.

Jen

OMG, Robby, where did you find THAT????????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

It was in the paper the other day and we all shook our heads and said WTF!!!!!!!

There was a funny cartoon in the paper the next day with a dog getting a college degree and saying "I'm so clever because I was breastfed as a baby."

Somebody also wrote a letter to the editor saying "it's just not natural using another species milk." and someone replied "don't you ever drink cow's milk?"

Do I detect a little avoidance of the topic at hand here. Hmmmmmmmmmm. (Yoda like)

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 What was missing that made her leave in the end? And I don't mean that she said she hasn't loved you - that's just a symptom of unmet needs.
<hr /></blockquote>I'm not sure...

It seemed like she wouldn't let me need any of her needs...

OK, I can understand this. You mean if you were affectionate, she'd brush you off or if you suggested going somewhere together she wouldn't be interested.

The next stage of meeting someone's needs is knowing how THEY like their needs to be met. My H's way of showing affection is a hair ruffle or a friendly tease. My way of wanting affection is hand holding or putting his arm round me when we're out, or a kiss.

Which, I BELIEVE, brings us to the 5 languages of love book which I haven't read but sounds like it covers this stuff.

Jen

Good evening I'ville!

Hey Mr. Mayor... Richard Cranium... hmmmm Richard or [censored]... Cranium... brain or head...

OOOOOOOhhhh.... now I get it! My W always said I was slow... he he he...

How's the nightshift doing this evening?

Nightshift is doing fine thanks RIF. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Pleased to see you here.

Did you see what a lovely thing GC did?

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Nightshift is doing fine thanks RIF. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Pleased to see you here.

Did you see what a lovely thing GC did?

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Hi Jen - I must have missed it... what's GC up to?... Oh, and how are you doing today?

OK, ., been waiting for over two hours for your response!

Hiya Idiots.

YL, if you actually get to read this on Monday after a weekend of posts!:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />UGH - really didn't want to go there today, so I'll shorten it and get to the point - the faith, as I said, I've reached the point it has to be just blind faith. Total trust that God knows my future, and that He is in control. That no matter what comes my way, it is NOT taking Him by surprise - He knows everytime the devil wants to harm us, and if He didn't allow it, it would never happen. I have more faith and trust in God, than in my H, just because I believe that if this M is going to work, then He will have to be the center of it, and if for some reason it doesn't, then I will still have Him - He will never leave me nor forsake me...He causes the sun to come up every morning, and the moon and stars to shine at night...surely He can handle my marriage too.<hr /></blockquote>So true, YL.

But please please remember: even though He knows or future, we make choices to steer through to our destiny.

{{YL}}

OK...sorry to hit and run...3:30 already!

(Hey, Bob...thought about you while I was at he11 today! Got a ten pence back in my change--supposed to be a quarter. Boy, you guys over the puddle are worse than what's looming over our heads!)

Have a great weekend, everyone! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey LINY - Are you still around? or is it just us idiots on the other side of the world???

Hey I started page 94... isn't there a prize for starting a new page???

***RIF looks around, but nobody's there...***

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Any other idiots working on the morning weekend crew???

BTW, I thought I'd change my screen name since everybody else is doing it! he he he...

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Morning Mr. Mayor!

Mornin Y'all - busy day <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> ok, so not really, but I'm getting around a bit better, and am gonna attempt some laundry later <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> woohoohoo!!!

Liny - thanks for the "grounding" - always good to remind ourselves that God allowed us to have a free will to make choices as we choose, not necessarily what He wants us to do...Yes, I am SO very aware of how our choices affect the overall picture, and, believe me, I've made enough of the bad ones to know just how much of a mess we can make of our lives! I think the actual point I was trying to make in my "little" blurb was this: right now, I'm leaning on Christ. I'm trusting Him, and praying, and doing everything I can to follow His will in this situation. Trying to make the choices that He would have me to make, so as not to mess this up...thanks again for the reality check - it's good to have those every so often! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF - cool - I noticed the name change right away, will you be changing it back? Maybe "RecoveredInFaith" now? OK, well it was a thought.

Robby - you got some great advice about how to act/react when W is there to watch the game - I'm with the others, show her how good you can be, not how lost you are without her. Good luck and God Bless {{Robby & W}}

Hugs and prayers for the rest of Idiotville - I'm off to slave-drive my kiddos into some "real" work <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Catch y'all later! ~LemonDash

Morning idiots. I haven't been around much because I'm helping at work with the casualties from Fallujah.

It sure puts things in perspective. They are all so young.

Hope to be back to Idiotville soon.

Good morning, fellow Idiots.....

It's another cloudy, drizzly day here in the big D........

What's the weather like in Idiotville?????? I have not looked outside in a few days! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Mr. Mayor....FWIW, I think it is good she is coming over. If there were no or little hope, she would act like my STBXH, and would not make any attempts to even do anything enjoyable with or around you. I think if you just remember to be your loving, nice self ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) then she will be forced to look at what she's really missing. I don't care who wants to move out/leave, etc......it's still very hard on both parties involved.

Oh well - going to go bake some cookie bars! Never can have too much sugar!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning RIF
Morning Mayor
Morning to all Idiots (and lurkers/visitors)

Het RIF you may be onto something w/ the whole LINY&Brown could make it thing. I went over to the Recovery posts ... I wanted to see if anyone or anything over there could help me in atleast "trying" and "hoping". I think *WE* are alot of amazing people on this site (yourself included).{{{RIF}}} I don't always know which way is up and I really don't want *HURT* anymore. I just want to be a little more sure I/We/LINY could make it through all of this. (Scarey days ahead <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> ) I also have to thank BOB for some of his insights.

Oh and I have read what an "amazing" thing that GC did. Wow!!!! Big Hugs for GC
{{{{{{{{{{GC}}}}}}}}}}. Talk about "giving blessing to each other". I know God will bless you 10 fold for that one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> . Good work brother!

And how are ya today anyhow's?

The time is my DOB 10/14 hahaha My S-18 always.
says that @ 7:11

Mayor - when is that game - today??? I hope you have plenty of opportunities to Plan A/love bank and whateva it takes to "win the lady". But mostly (I think Kiwi said it) be your self and be strong. I'll be hoping and praying for ya <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Oh and try and have fun too!

I'll be back later

Brown

Good morning, everyone. (See? I didn't leave anyone out!!)

Because I am posting, I assume everyone is gone for the day. That's what usually happens.

YL - I copied your two posts to Kimmy and pasted them into a word document so I can reread them over and over. It is exactly what I need to do. I am so caught up in the drama I have no peace. I also copied the poem left by our wandering troubador. It, too, was perfect for my situation.

Further proof that I am an idiot:

I drank not two, but four margaritas last night. Two is my limit. I know that. But I had to go and be an idiot. I knew iceberg was going to be gone most of the late afternoon and evening, and I did not need to cook, so I went to do my workout and then to a nearby Mexican Restaurant. I had two margaritas and a half order of nachos. Then I went home just as my son was leaving with some friends to go to another Mexican restaurant and they invited me to go along. I did. We met a whole group of people who ate, laughed, talked and were nice to me. I had two more margaritas and son took me home. Iceberg was home by then but was upstairs watching the big screen. I couldn't have made it up the stairs if I had wanted to, plus I am so tired of going to where he is and speaking and get a grunt or one word answer in reply. Managed to get a shower (I don't know what was the matter with the tub - it seemed to be moving around and around. Will have to check into that.) Then poured myself into bed. He comes in a few minutes later by the bed and said "You didn't even come upstairs?" I sort of said "No I didn't" and he went away mad. Was sullen and not talking this morning, either. He just came home and I walked out to greet him. He just said "Hi" and kept going to the office. I can't do anything right. If I talk, I bother him. If I don't talk, I'm not friendly. If I go to where he is (another room) he acts like he is irritated and wishes I would go away. Tells Curly that I follow him around all the time and he can't get away from me. If I don't go where he is, he is angry and upset. Thinks I am a *****. No matter what I do, it's not the right thing.

Some days I just don't know what to do. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I am off this next week for Thanksgiving. I dread it, actually. Don't know how I will manage, exactly. Guess I'll just smile, cook, and keep going one day at a time. Hope you guys will still be around to talk to. It might keep me going. I love idiotville. Licks to all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

((((((((starz))))))))) - from a few hundred miles away.....

I wish Iceberg would pull his head out, and realize where he is driving you.....to an unsafe, deserted, dark road. The sad thing is, once he pushes you out of the car, you will be long gone, and on your way to a brighter place.....he will be back where he started. He is so blind to what he has. I'm sorry, but he is. Iceberg or not, he needs a good jolt....think we could find a modern day Titanic?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Although I am not a "tenured" member of I-ville, I am still here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> .....although not for long. As you know, it's about noon, and I need to get my lazy buttox of the couch and get movin'. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I did bake my cookie bars, though. I think I'll try one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> . You want one, starz? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi weekend idiots!

Hope everyone is have a great Saturday...

YL- I love that name suggestion! ...but I'm going to keep rebuilding and never stop!!!

Hey Believer - My prayers are with you... thank you for what you're doing...

L.I.T. - We lived in the DFW area (Arlington & Kennedale) for 12 years before moving to Louisiana last June... sometimes I miss it, but I sure don't miss the traffic!

Hey Brown (& LINY if your awake!) - You guys are going to make it... just make up your minds that no matter how hard it gets, that you're going to continue rebuilding!!!

Hi Starz - Wow! 4 margaritas! Well, at least you didn't start shooting tequila shots!!!

Well, it's time for me to sign off... I'll check back tomorrow and see if I need to bump this up again....

Hey RIF (for tomorrow)! I moved away to DC (Fairfax) for a little over a year, and missed the area, too. Actually, I missed the convenience of everything. I live in the far North Dallas (just south of Plano) area, and I don't have to drive 15 minutes, and I have 4 malls, about 10 grocery stores, 2 SuperTargets, 2 Super Wal Marts (ugh), and restaraunts galore!

Although the traffic does stink. How about this for a visual....I used to work at UTSW in downtown Dallas.....took me at least 1 hour to get back north (20 miles). I now work in downtown Ft Worth, and it takes me the same amount of time (1 hour) to travel 51 miles. The difference, it's just against the traffic! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

For anyone who decides to visit, just know that rush hour in DFW starts at 7am and goes until 10am. In the afternoon, it begins at 3pm, and goes until 7:30pm......so if you need to travel.....well, I guess......just DON'T! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LIT -

I would LOVE a cookie bar. Good thing you're too far away. I really should be good today. Do you know how many weight watcher points and calories are in 4 margaritas?? WWWWAAAAYYYY too many <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I am making homemade soup (Italian soup) and homemade pimento cheese for lunch. IB just stopped in (didn't come in the house) and headed back out to the office building. I asked if he was hungry (he said no) - didn't eat breakfast either - I told him what I had made and he smiled real big and said "thank you" but still drove away. Oh, well. No one ever said Plan A would be easy, did they?

DOWN WITH THE IB!!!!!!!!

I would gladly give you a cookie bar...or two...or three. I made them, and they are so rich that I cut them into 28 bars (new recipe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> ).

Now I have 26 bars (ok, guilty as charged <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) and noone to give them to! Hey Idiots.....anyone want to come over and eat????!!!???!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Starz....I am not off next week, (and in fact, really busy Mon and Tues) but with the exception of Thanksgiving evening, I will be alone for the holiday. If you stay in Idiotville, I will, too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> (she says jumping up and down!).

Hope everyone has a most excellent day! I'm off to the shower!

ps - italian soup sounds sooooooooooo good!

It's really easy. I brown about 1/2 lb of hamburger - add a can of DelMonte Italian seasoned tomatoes, cut up a potato and some mixed vegetables, salt & pepper, and I add a little Italian Seasoning (I get it at Sam's) and a heaping teaspoonful of minced garlic.

Sometimes if I have any, I add cheese tortellinis. I buy them in a packaged that is dried, not fresh, and can just throw them in if I feel like it. It is yummy. I make lots of soups and stews in the winter. And this yucky weather in our area makes it feel like winter already.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Idiots!!

Quick update. My W went out last night with her sister and a few friends, got drunk (again) and made a total [censored] of herself. Iâ€™d give you more details but itâ€™s been a reoccurring pattern for the past 5 years. She is here for the game but is passed out, looks like hell and smells worse. My neighbor asked me this morning why Iâ€™ve put up with this behavior for so long and I told him that she would always apologize and promise to never to it again. A great friend of mine equated my behavior to that of a battered spouseâ€¦ always forgiving and expecting her to change. She does not see anything wrong with her behavior, therefore has no desire to change. I think a new line has been crossed and Iâ€™m pretty much done. As I see it we have 3 choicesâ€¦ move toward recovery, move toward divorce, or status quo. Status quo doesnâ€™t work for me anymore and she doesnâ€™t show any desire to work toward recovery. Weâ€™re having the discussion tomorrow.

It sounds delicious! I may just try it tonight. Was planning on a nice quiet evening with myself and a movie..... It seems like it would be great while cuddled up with a blanket on the couch!

( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> yucky weather <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> ) The sun is FINALLY trying to peek out here.

As an aside....going to try to watch college football today. Friends asked again, so I figure I can't really ditch them twice. But I will start with baby steps.....not watching the Aggie game, but will watch the Alabama/Auburn game. Wish me luck! If I break down, I will just put myself to bed, pull up the covers, and sleep for the rest of the weekend! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Of course, I will have to come out so I can make your soup!

(((((((((robby)))))))))

I'm so sorry that she is behaving this way. Oddly enough, I truly know how you feel. And your friend is right....it took me a long time to realize that I was in an emotionally abusive R with my H - my recovery from my own A helped me to wake up. I kept putting up with degrading comments, his alcohol binges, and his disrespect for my feelings (I think this last one is key).....in the hopes that he would change.

Even almost 2 years after d-day, he has not changed. And I realize it is not the relationship I want to have.

(((((((((You will make it through this)))))))))))))

Just remember to focus on her actions, and how the relationship actually is. She is probably feeling sorry for herself - and thus looking for outside stimulation to lift her up. She won't really recover until she realizes she has to help herself......

Take pride in yourself, Mr. Mayor.....for you really have taken the respectable path. I really sympathize with you.....I wish to God I could make it better for you. I know what it feels like <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Thanks LIT-

A lot of wisdom in your words...

I'm not feeling down, for now. Just don't know how long that will last. I deserve to be in a loving relationship, so does she... We just can't seem to be in one together. It's just incredibly sad we couldn't figure this out before S was born.

I haven't seen the sun in 3 days. Hope your team wins!! (And A&M too)

You too, Robby - have fun watching the game and playing with Baby Bear. I think you should drag his mother off the couch or wherever into another room and shut the door. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> She'll wake up eventually. And I thought I was a bad girl last night. Do you have documentation of these behaviors of hers? Witnesses? You might find these useful if this ever goes to court. (Custody issues) Anyway, pop some popcorn and think of me.

IB just called, saying "Do you need anything from town?" Very friendly, said he was going to get a movie and come home. The man is psycho, I'm afraid. This roller coaster ride is making me dizzy and sick to my stomach. (Oh, wait, that might be the margaritas from last night!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok, I give up!!!

I've searched for over 10 minutes and can't find this great thing gc has done!!

What did he do?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

There were 5 deer leaping and playing in back of my house a few minutes ago. Now it's raining and they have gone into the woods. Just what I need - more dreary rain.

IB was supposed to go help cook for a tailgate party tomorrow afternoon before the Texans game. Wonder if it will be rained out?

Oh, well, must go do more laundry, now that I can't watch the deer any more. Can't find my binoculars, anyway.

Robby, quick drive through Idiotville today.

The thread is called "I want to tell a story of hope" and it's down the bottom of the page.

BTW that sucks with your w but you sound like you're getting your thinking straight which is a good thing.

And a quick "hi" to everyone else.

Jen

{{{IDIOTS}}}

A few individual hugs, please:

{{brown}}--you are my past present and future. I'm sorry for the pain and hurt. I really am. But I'm finally learning from all of this, putting it into perspective, and trying so hard to win you back--your trust and love. I will protect you and make us a home again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> We are the home.

{{robby}}--I'm not sure of what to say, bro. Hang in there. I just keep hearing Robin Williams' voice, "Beeeee yourself."

{{Believer}} thanks for checking in. Was getting concerned. God and peace be with you.

{{starz}} {and with arm around starz back, the other reaching despearately swinging wildly with a 2x4 attempting to smack mr. starz}--I know I'm still in no place to do that, but...

{{yl}}--I meant no disrespect. I know you know that, with your post. And I certainly didn't mean to sound condescending. I'm just at this place where I've really not made very good choices (DUH!) and many times just "let" things happen and/or "stuff." I think, my comments may have been more directed at myself. {YL}

{{.}} I just realized: YOU STOLE L.I.T'S LAST DOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

{{RebuildingInFaith'90}}--YL, great minds think alike!!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />RIF - cool - I noticed the name change right away, will you be changing it back? Maybe "RecoveredInFaith" now? OK, well it was a thought.<hr /></blockquote>I swear, I had just told brown, "Hey, I think I'll start calling RIF by his "real" name!!!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{everyone in Idiotville}}

Well, oldest D just got home from sleepover. We need to do some Thanksgiving shopping! We'll check in later!

LINY - ROFLMAO!! You stole last dot!!!!

Who says you're not funny? You just cracked me up, and I needed it. Thanks for the hug, by the way. I'll supply the 2x4 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY, I'm also LMAO.

I did, I stole L.I.T's last dot. I scrolled up to her name and it's not there and there it is sitting at the end of my name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

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<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
That was for you KY!!!! At least starz thinks I'm funny!!! (well, 7 for you and one for ST--and he can do with it what he pleases!--It's been over four days right?!?!?--Did I actually just SAY that?!?!?!?brown just said, "Hey I want 8 tooo!!"--got my RW's already--no thanks!!!

Brown just realized what i wrote--she's redder than a tomato now!!!

Wow...can't believe just wrote that.

Well, have a great weekend everyone...I'll have more for ya later starz!

PS Robby, I admitted it too, but everyone just ignored me--you being the mayor, well, ya got some clout!

{{{.}}}
Missed you the last few "nights"! Why are you up so late?!?!?!

<img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Bye bye, little dot (((.))) I will miss you. I hope you find happiness in your new home <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Take care of him, Kiwi <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
LMAO!!!!

Thanks .--I finally read that thread.

{{{{{GC}}}}}

Very cool, bro. Very cool.

Just wanted to comment here on one thing MS said:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Anyone that offers help with no reward in sight is a saint in the making...<hr /></blockquote>Sorta like, well, any BS, huh?

L.I.T, your little . is in safe hands. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sheesh, LINY, I'm not up late as I have pointed out before <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> . Time zones being what they are it is early evening here when it is about 3.00am where you are.

At the moment it's Sunday morning 8.54am. H is reading and I am having some brief computer time before I start the daily chores.

I haven't been on Idiotville very much in the evenings lately because work has been very stressful in the last week and I'm just too beat to do anything but blob out in front of the TV when I get home.

Jen

Way to go gc! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{.}}
I mean that!

Robby....glad I wasn't the only clueless Idiot--and I do lurk on the other threads--just didn't pick up on it.

Remember: "Beeeeeeee yourself!"

{{robby}}

Whew! It's tough work being an Idiot!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Trying to save us from going on to page 2......

Although I have had 3 beers, and typing at this point is a little slow...........

Hope all of you in Idiotville are having a good night!!!!!!!!!!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> Sweet dreams!

Wow!! I'm disappointed! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> 6 1/2 hours between posts! Must be a *good* thing!

Have a good night everyone!

Let's go gators.

On pins and needles!

AWESOME!!!!!

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!

Thank you God...you do love me!

Yeah Gators!!!

The sun shines on a dog's [censored] every once in a while!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK - got called by friends who were on this side of town....went out yet again (after I had already come home)...........

So have had WAY MORE than 3 beers by now.......

But still thought I would do my part and keep our lovely thread up toward the top.

How are you doing, night shift? Much love from the Southern US of A!

Yuppers, time to go to beddie bye......little too difficult typing. Fingers getting confused and all <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good night, Idiotville!

Good morning Idiots.

Seems to be so quiet over this weekend.

Robby - how ya doin'? Did you talk to her? If so, how'd it go? If not, why not? We're here for you.

Well, not much to say. LINY and I actually had a really good talk yesterday morning. I felt like he is going to "try" and that I am really very important to him. I wasn't feeling that way. When asked why would he stay ... "Who else would put up with my S#!^?" ... it's now turn into "I want to be with you and work this out. We could be awsome". I'm seeing a sincerity that I haven't seen in along time. I just hope I can live without the "fear" and trust him again.

Kiwi - I read what you wrote on the thread for passion. Thank you. I was going to post as well, but you and LINY did a pretty good job. (Maybe I'll re-read the post and post from the "BS" point of view. Don't know ... Maybe)

Believer - you are truely amazing!!!! I'll be praying for sure.

L.I.T - You know LINY is/was the AG of Idiotville. You may want to seek litigation about the case of the missing "." (But I love the suspect (Kiwi) too much to rat her out). J/K. Can an Idiot sue another Idiot anyway?!?!?

Well, I'll check in later ... all have a good day. I'm off to do laundry (yuck).

Brown

Good morning everyone. Since you all stayed up so late, I guess you're sleeping in this a.m.

I've been up for a couple of hours. IB already tried to pick a fight this a.m. so he could justify what he's doing and so he can call her and complain about me (again). Everything is my fault. I refused to participate. Not playing his game any more. He's off to cook for a tailgate party for the Texans today. It's supposed to be WET WET WET today. Wonder if they'll get rained out?

Well, must keep getting ready for Sunday School this a.m. We're studying Job. Seems appropriate at the moment. I'm pretty sure Satan is having a field day in my life at the moment. But I know God will overcome. I just wish I knew when. Patience is not one of my virtues.

Well, must go study and get ready. I envy the class members who don't have to prepare the lesson - just sit and learn. I, on the other hand, spend hours reading and studying for a 30 minute lesson. Oh, well.

I will pray for all idiots today. You pray for me, too. and for IB.

I'll hang around for a while, then will be back this afternoon sometime.

Good morning Idiots!

Late night, but no sleeping in for me! Had a really melancholy dream about grieving my M, and going back to College Station.........very sad dream, so decided I needed to get up and start moving. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Anywho.....trying to decide what to eat for breakfast. Went to IHOP at about 11pm last night, so feeling a little guilty about eating anything right now. Hmmmmmm......maybe a...........

COOKIE BAR!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> L.I.T - You know LINY is/was the AG of Idiotville. You may want to seek litigation about the case of the missing "." (But I love the suspect (Kiwi) too much to rat her out). J/K. Can an Idiot sue another Idiot anyway?!?!?
<hr /></blockquote>As long as Kiwi gives me visitation rights, then I think I will forgo the litigation <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Does this mean I have to pay "."-support? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Starz - ugh. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> ugh. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> ugh. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> IB makes me angry and frustrated. Can't imagine how you put up with it. I think you should have laced his meal with Castor Oil.......gotta hate those "urgent" bathroom trips while tailgating <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> When asked why would he stay ... "Who else would put up with my S#!^?" ... it's now turn into "I want to be with you and work this out. We could be awsome". <hr /></blockquote>I like this change as well <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Way to go LINY!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Hip, Hip, Hooray! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Starz - I will pray for you both. Good luck at Sunday School - go get 'em, girl! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

OOOOOOOOH! OOOOOOOOH! (she says as she jumps around like a monkey! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

I started two whole pages in a row......

And the Academy Award goes to.......

Yea......OK.........Whatever <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Man, I'm even irritating myself this morning! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

It probably wouldn't matter - but he and two other guys are doing the cooking. Houston is under a flood alert today, with super heavy rains headed north toward Houston. When it does rain like that, the part of Houston he's going to tends to flood rather badly. I'm sure they'll be in a pickup which sits high off the ground, but still -- nasty and possibly dangerous.

Yes, it is difficult to sit here and basically do nothing. Plan A is not easy when you have no children to make the house happy and lively. My S is grown, and although he comes by, with his friends, it is a brief respite. I am finding it difficult to start cheerful conversations with him. I buy him little things like candy (sugar free, because he has high blood sugar counts) and I try to do nice little things, and speak softly, and not LB, he still picks fights over things and considers everything I do a LB, I think. I can't seem to do anything right. But I don't raise my voice, I am very calm, etc. But just my being friendly annoys him. If I walk out the door with a smile to greet him when he comes home, he doesn't seem pleased at all. If we are sitting together, if he starts a conversation, it's ok. But if I start one, I get a one word answer or a grunt. Sometimes he goes upstairs to watch tv. If I go up with him, he thinks I am following him around, which he finds annoying. If I don't go upstairs, he thinks I don't care anything about him, and uses this to further justify the A.

I think I am at a dead standstill. I don't know how to please him. I guess, while he is in the fog, I can't expect to. But every now and then he is cheerful, talkative, just like old times, which gives me a glimmer of hope.

He has always been an optimist, while I have been accused of being a pessimist. I can't believe I am continuing this struggle with such optimism. I am still hopeful that this can turn around somehow. That's why I called Steve this week. I kind of think the odds are against me. This has gone on so long - much longer than I knew - the EA had gone on for over a year and now the PA has gone on for a year and 4 months, I believe. I see no sign of it changing anytime soon. Exposure has had no effect, it seems, and they have just become more secretive.

Sorry to vent here in front of the Idiots, but I am having a glum, rainy Sunday it seems. (I think I am taking on the persona of Job!!) I think this afternoon I will put on the comedy channel and see if I can cheer up some. It usually helps.

The only other thing that helps is to come to Idiotville and read the silliness we dish out. We are all crazy people. So much fun. Well, enough sadness on this thread. Hope for a better evening than the morning was. Going to church is always an "upper." I love my little church. I think I will run get some milk before the floods come. See ya later.

((((((((((((starz)))))))))))))

My heart goes out to you. When was your d-day? How in the world have you been able to stay with him while his A continues?!?!? I know that I was the WS, but I couldn't stand to disrespect my H by keeping the A secret even after I ended it. Sometimes I just don't understand some WS's.

You do deserve better. And I am truly sorry that I have to say that. I wish that I had advice for you, but I really don't even know what to say. Only that you are loved, cared about, and are a really wonderful person. Your H is truly missing out.

The fact that he continues to do this in front of your face just really disgusts me. The A is disrespectful enough. But to do it in the face of exposure just adds another level of "smut" to the whole situation.

In some ways, it reminds me of SWH (SueWithHope) who used to post over on JFO. Your situations are somewhat similar it seems, except she has children.

Starz - I hope you find peace today. And I hope you find peace in your situation as well.

And for you, I hope this dreary weather (yup, it's up here, too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> ) ends soon. Sometimes we just need to see a bit of the sun to remember that there are brighter times.

((((((((((love you))))))))))

{{{{{Starz}}}}}

You made a comment in your last post. You said that you're H is an optimist and you've been described a pessimist. I don't believe that I have ever taken that jist from reading your posts. I'm sure its hard w/ H still involved, and there have been times where I've seen sadness in your words, but I've also always seen hope. And hope to me includes optimism.

Hang in there, and we'll keep praying for you and your Marriage!

RH

[ November 21, 2004, 11:08 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Hey Idiots!
{{{starz}}}
{{{LIT}}}
{{{RH}}}}
{{{brown}}}

RH, I'm with ya on this one. I saw it too. Starz, *YOU* seem like such the optimist! I have a really stupid question, and I don't know how much of an impact (if any) it may have, and it is admittedly an ignorant question, but does going through the perverbial mid-life crisis have anything to do with this mess that he's created?

I really wish there's something I could say or do...I think we all feel that...

Gotta go all....have a great Sunday.

LIT - (the dots are too much trouble)

I posted this ages ago on another thread but here is the shorthand version:
Me 55 H 56 S 23 Married 33 Ow 33 with 2 little kids under 10. She is thin, sexy, smiles all the time and a ***** (you choose the word that fits) She worked at a place he "volunteered" in. Her H believed abusive - she became friends with my H - talked constantly on cell phone. I suspected something was wrong for about a year, but no proof. Found text msg in March, confronted H, he denied anything going on. Later in M she came out here (I was leaving) passed her on the street, turned around and sure enough she was coming to my house. When I saw truck, turned around and left. H comes in later, says we have to talk. He explained everything away. "Love her like a sister" I believed him - he never told a lie in 31 years. NEVER! on Mother's day found e mails on computer - some sexually explicit. Didn't confront - spent several months gathering legal evidence in case I ever needed it. about 6 weeks ago finally exposed to OWH, and confronted H. He refused to admit anything. One month later he confronted me - angry and upset over things I have done - exposure, moving money, etc. He is still seeing her, talking to her constantly, lying to me and everyone else, passing love notes like 7th graders. They haven't been to a motel lately, but they will. He says it has ended - lie. He has promised her that he will divorce me and marry her. I know just about everything. I still love him as much as the day I married him, but the pain is excruciating. I've been hanging on a long time. I do not want a divorce. Am now consulting with Steve H.

Believe it or not - that IS the short version.

LINY - I do think it is a midlife crisis. I am at least 50% to blame for problems in the marriage, but he is 56 yrs old- lost 70 pounds and started working out to look good for her. His father died at age 60 - so I think he is greatly influenced by that threat. He has some health issues also including ED. It is SO TYPICAL of a mid life crisis that it's pitiful. Older man, younger woman, grasping at anything to keep him young.

RH and others- I don't think I am a pessimist. Husband does. He has told me for years that I am a pessimist. He just doesn't really know me, does he? Maybe I should use my Idiot friends as character witnesses?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Enough of this. Somebody be funny, or I'm going to go turn on the comedy channel. That's a threat! I am the town sniper, remember? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

There wasn't anything on the comedy channel, either.

Look I killed the thread again.

Does everybody else here have a life today except me?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

POP! POP! POP!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Starz

That was my version of a "drive by posting."

There, now you didn't kill the thread, I did <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Been thinking about you today. No wonder IB is a head of lettuce....Oh, I mean cold <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> . You exposed his little secret. Now I understand better. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I agree with you - MLC all the way.

You are so emotionally and MB savy, that I thought for sure you had been in recovery for longer than that! Still don't know what to tell you except to hang on.....and if he talks to OW, tell him this Aggie from Dallas is coming down to open a can of whoop-a$* on him! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hope your day was OK....I got called into work, and then had to get some ingredients from the store for beef stew tomorrow. One thing about living alone and cooking for one.........I eat the same thing for like 5 days straight! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Going to curl up with a bowl of ice cream later and watch Monster with Charlese Theron.....I think she's hot (as I like to say..."If I were a guy, I'd do her <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )....but apparently not in this movie <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Hope tomorrow is better....are we to expect sun in our lifetime?????? Where did it go?????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Ladies, you MUST move to Florida...

Or at least visit here soon!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It was an absolutely BE-EE-A-UTIFUL day today!!

Still 70 degrees out...

quite lovely!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It was not bad here in good ol' Minnesota for a November day either... Oh yeah and the Vikings won!!!!!!!! I was at the game, rather ugly at times, but the outcome is all that matters!! We will take it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

One more BUMP before I give in to the calls of my bed <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bump......bump.bump.bump.

Things that go BUMP in the night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Robbie - Never invite unless you are willing to follow through <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ha ha! At this rate, I could drive to FL before we are expected to see sun! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Nighty night, you guys! Sleep tight! Don't let the bed bugs bite! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by L.I.T:


Robbie - Never invite unless you are willing to follow through <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ha ha! At this rate, I could drive to FL before we are expected to see sun! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>All Idiots are always welcome at the Mayor's pad!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Just call first!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

1-8-0-0-m-a-y-a-r-o-b
(1-800-629-2762)

Wow...what a disgrace in Detroit on Fri, eh? (And in Dallas too. I love Vinny, but, he should have retired before[/] he played with my Jets!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Ow 33 with 2 little kids under 10. She is thin, sexy, smiles all the time and a ***** (you choose the word that fits)<hr /></blockquote>I only have 4 asterisks: [I]you fill in the blank! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

{starz}

I'm sorta afraid to ask, but: how'd the rest of the day go yesterday, Robby?

Actually had a very good weekend. Lots of deposits, I think more trust built (through accusations--but that's OK (I mean it), brown needs to work through this too, and if she needs to accuse me of something, i don't have any more lies that I've told, so, it's gonna be OK. Right?), and some real good intimacy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> And, it's almost two weeks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

OK...it's gettin' late and still have some chores to do and this wine is hitting me pretty good, so, have a great week everyone!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />and this wine is hitting me pretty good<hr /></blockquote>Wow...really screwed up with this [] per my last post.

Good Morning I-ville!

How was everyone's weekend? Looks like we had some serious happenings... in I-ville over the weekend. I'm sorry that some of you guys are hurting...

{{{{{hugs for everyone!!!}}}}}

Good morning everybody.

{{{robby}}} {{{starz}}}

YL, is your email at home not working???
And for your and NG's info, I think I will skip my b-day this year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I'm sure ST will, he never remembers my b-day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Take care everybody, it's almost Turkey Day. YUM!! :)P

Today is the closing of one major chapter in my life, and the beginning of another.

This is all at once horrificly painful, terrifying, and uncertain as well as peaceful, hopeful, a relief, etc.

I cannot believe I am here.

When I dreamt of my life as a child, I never envisioned being divorced. Never envisioned that I would be nursing the broken hearts of my children. Never thought I would be paired with a man who could willingly inflict so much damage, unashamed, unaffected, non-plussed.

As an idealist, somewhat of a sappy romantic, it is all very hard to swallow. I believe in the power of love. I am passionate about the concept of hope, and I have seen first hand the fruits of belief, unwavering faith. I mourn all the "shoulda, woulda, coulda-s." I grieve all the things I wish I would have done differently. I loved my husband so very much...and can feel the draft, hear the whilstling through the hole that is now left in my heart. No matter what the future brings, that love, while eventually smaller, will never completely die for him.

I spent an awful lot of time this past year fighting myself. I am a forever kind of lover. Not necessarily in the romatic sense, but in the REAL sense. When I finally let someone in, really really in, to my inner world, where I am real, sometimes insecure, sometimes fearful, sometimes inept, always so hungry for real, real, real intimacy...that kind of soul binding connection, that is often uncommon in interpersonal relationships, when people are finally let into that world, I do not think that love ever dies for them. I literally envision a small file cabinet, a storehouse of love that no matter the end of the story on that file, is still in tact, taking up space in my heart. But luckily, God designed my heart to be able to love like this, and there is plenty of room left for some others to occupy space in that proverbial file drawer.

I spent the last year in denial of that fact. I wanted to stop loving WH. I did self destructive, hurtful things...to MYSELF. I wanted soooo badly to take that file, and shred it, set it on fire, tear it into a million pieces, and I just could not. All I did was inflict that damage on myself...with that love for WH still intact.

One day, in a small, soft voice, I heard God asking me why I was doing that? Why was I trying to STOP loving?

And I really did not have any answers for that.

Because I would stop hurting? Because I would finally be able to move on? Because I would be able to love someone else? Because my own survival insists on the denial of this love?

I hear a soft whisper ask me, "Did I not equip you to love, command you to love, unconditionally, regardless of the other person's actions, intentions, motivations, regardless of their own path?"

And I knew He was right.

As soon as I stopped trying to eradicate that love from my life, and just let that "file" sit in the "drawer," left it alone, not adding any more records, no more glances into it, just left it to be what it is, I started to heal.

Sometime I forget it is there. I forget, as I busily navigate my existence. Sometimes, I hear a song, see a sight, remember an experience, and I feel a slight twinge of it, a small consciousness that it is still there, sitting dormant. And other times, it is impossible to avoid. My heart breaking as I watch him self-destruct in front of my eyes, or hear of his plans to marry the OW, or watch my 10-year old son crumpled at the alter at church, tears streaming down his cheeks, prayerfully requesting his Daddy come home.

I had hoped we would have weathered this storm, and that God would have used my experiences to help me help others.

National Adoption week is this week.. Kinda ironic. Part of the set of behaviors, healthy AND unhealthy, were due in part to the fact that I was adopted.

I think about the gaping hole that remains due to the adoption experience. I never ever ever ever wanted to experience that kind of rejection and abandonment again. I was convinced I would die if I did.

I learned I was wrong. I will keep on living, keep on breathing, waking, sleeping, etc.

I guess that is a lesson I will never regret. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sending love and hugs your way DipiT.

Your post had tears streaming down my face.

You are a brilliant woman, I wish you the best of everything for your new journey in life.

{{{dipiT}}}}

Morning Idiotville

{{{{{to all}}}}}

{{{{{DipiT}}}}}

There's a lesson in your post. I believe that you've learned much about yourself this past year. Thanks.

Jelly: T-day, yum. ... Does this mean you will be forgoing the daily ham sandwich, chips and pickle friday for a turkey sandwich, leftover cranberry sause and _____? (I'll let you fill in the blank since I'm not sure what turkey day traditions you may celebrate.)

RH

You see RH, the sandwich really doesn't matter, it all revolves around the Deli chips, and the dill pickle, so I could actually have a turkey sandwich, as long as I get to have the chips and pickle with. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm making the feast this year, we are having stragglers of the family join us along with my immediate family.

I love to cook for crowds. What will you be having, perhaps goat??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

No, we usually go to my aunt's (she's 70). She does the standard turkey, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, filling, mashed potatoes, some type of french green beans, rolls, cran berry sauce, cranberry salad, pumpkin pie, mince meat pie and ice cream.

Now when my dad was alive (we always had the Memorial Day picnic), he would roast up a lamb. The only meat my Aunt (his sister) would eat is beef, chicken and pork. He would occasionally swap goat or deer for the lamb and tell everyone it was lamb. It got to the point, where she would only eat ham (if it was pink in color). One time he put a bear ham on and told everyone it was ham (so my aunt would eat it). Of course, everyone loved my dads cooking and would eat it no matter what it was. (I'm not as adventurous as he was.)

One time he and my mom had party (we call them beer parties around here). And he got a friend to bring up a bushel of oysters from the shore. They roasted them up. And we were castrating pigs that day, so he did another dish...Rocky Mountain Oysters. They were gone in 5-10 minutes and people wanted more. Then he told someone what they were and there were about 3-5 people who went out and threw up and then everybody denied eating any. Of course, I knew what they were and refused to eat any.

Is that too gross for this thread? Sorry. Maybe it will help DipiT and Starz to take their minds off whatever it was that....

[ November 22, 2004, 08:15 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Evening all from Asia. SerendipiT, your post was far too sad for Idiotville. I hope you are able to embrace your new life and the challenges it presents. I am so sorry for your 10 yr old. I have such a sadness about how we, as parents, have let our children down. I tuned into Idiotville tonight for some light relief and got a harsh dose of reality instead. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> DipiT.

I give up Idiots. I'm a failure.

Good morning, idiots. Thanks for the hugs. I felt every one of them.

Well, today is a new day. I volunteered to prepare a huge mailout for IB yesterday while he was at the tailgate party and this a.m. got up to help sort them for the post office. Maybe that will earn me a point in the LB.

He is headed to the post office with a 'see you later" - no thank you, no nothing. He will mail those before he checks the po box for her love letter, sit and write her one back so she can pick it up without being seen talking to him, (he gave her a key) and then he will either meet her somewhere or sit in a parking lot and talk to her on the phone for an hour or two before she has to go to class.

I asked him if we could meet for lunch somewhere and he was noncommittal. Probably because he has other plans already. It is pouring down rain here and nasty wet. Oh, well. I have a dr's appt this a.m. and have to get out in this miserable rain. Maybe I should wear rubber boots. Hmmm......

{{{{DipiT}}}}

I am so sorry for your sadness. I am so afraid that everything I do will not be enough, also... so I think I know how you feel. I at least know that if it doesn't work for me, I will have done everything I can, and I will know that I tried until the very end. I, too, am sorry for all the things I did wrong (or didn't do at all) in the past, but I am living with the very real possibility that it is too late. I am seriously trying to follow the MB principles. It is all I know how to do. Be assured, DipiT, that God knows how hard you have tried. And remember, he has already forgiven you for any mistakes you made. The hardest part is to forgive yourself, I think. I am struggling with that, and probably always will. Starting today, try to forgive yourself, and it will be easier to start moving into the next portion of your life. God may have something wonderful in store for you. He will guide the way.

Hey, mayor, Green Bay stole that one from us. We deserved the win. Outplayed them the whole game, and then lost it on a last minute field goal. Of course, Green Bay is my second favorite team. If they hadn't been playing the Texans I would have been rooting for them. That Brett Favre is something else. What a guy.

Good morning Jelly - where were you yesterday?
Guess you were out living a real life somewhere??
Do you have kiddies this morning? How many do you keep?

Was going to go get all the goodies to cook for Thanksgiving today. But not in this weather. It's a frog strangler out there.

Hi to everybody else. YL, hope you are healing well. I always found with my abdominal surgeries that there was a massive turning point at the two week mark. That was when I started to feel human again. I know you're past that, so you must be beginning to feel pretty good. I hope so.

Well, don't mean to leave anyone out. Good morning, Idiotville. Let the games begin.

DD - you are not the failure. He is. Do not EVEN blame yourself for everything. Read my post above to DipiT and know it is meant for you, too. {{{DD}}}

Tummytuck - I am sorry I caused all the sadness on this thread this weekend. Please come back. We promise to lighten up, ok?? OK???

Did you hear the one about the drunk who fell in an open grave one night? The next morning he woke up in the bottom of the grave, climbed up to the edge, looked around and said, "Oh my gosh it's judgement day and I'm the first one up!!!"

Now that's optimism.

[ November 22, 2004, 08:32 AM: Message edited by: starz ]

It's too sad on MB today. Just been reading that Mom23Boys has lost her dad and DipiT is getting divorced. Even you idiots can't cheer me up. I'm not sad for myself, in fact, I'm handling my life well but other people's sadness puts a weight on my shoulders. TT

{{{{{tummytuck}}}}}

I know what you mean about how this place sometimes brings you down reading about others problems. I know earlier in my recovery, I think I was like a hypochondriac in that I think I sometimes developed symptoms from threads that read on here.

It's just that sometimes it is eery how similiar things are. Hang in there and be thankful for what you still have (after all Thanksgiving is fast approaching).

Hey Mayor, how about some turkey links? (Are they anything like sausage links).

hahahaha, I crack myself up (not really, but I tried).

RH

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{starz}}}}}

I must have missed something... What does IB stand for? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

{{{{{DipiT}}}}}

Today starts a new chapter in your life... I hope and pray it is a happy one for you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

IB = Iceberg (her H)

Lunch = leftover fried chicken, macaroni and cheese and crazy cake.

Anyone try that crazy cake recipe I posted a month or so ago? Yummy!

How about you Jelly? How does peanutbutter and Jelly go with chips and a dill pickle?

{{{{{Kimmy}}}}} Hang in there!

there I went and killed the thread again.

(just for you Starz) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

bang <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Mornin' Idiotville!

This new med is kicking my a$$ and winning. Only problem, I got a 3 year old that I need to take care of. (And she was there when the doc RX'd me.) It's trazodone, listed as an AD, but, I should have known when the doc said, "It should help you sleep too." (He's an HO.) Anybody know anything about it? (I'm taking wellbutrin with it.)

I'm remembering more dreams. Like last night: Had a dream we in Idiotville were competing with another thread here.

{{{{{Dip}}}}}

{{{{{Idiots}}}}}
I am sooooo frigging tired, I don't think I can do more than two hugs today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I give up Idiots. I'm a failure.<hr /></blockquote>((((WHACK))))Didn't think I'd ever have to use my nerf 2x4 here in Iville, but, there it was.

De, YOU did not cause all of this. Choices made weren't YOURS. Keep your head up, girl. Talk to us. Pleeeeeease? Well, if you don't, just remember, just because you fail at a task, does not make you a failure. And if it's the M you're talking about? You didn't get you to this place you are now.

Hiya tt--glad you checked in.

Everyone....thanks again for all the support you give here. It really has helped!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Have a great day everyone!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You didn't get you to this place you are now.
<hr /></blockquote>That's not according to HIMSELF. Last night, according to HIMSELF, he told me that I decided to stay...anything after that is up to me...okay, what? So because I decided to stay, and you decided to eat cake, that makes it my fault?

It's not de. You decided he was worth it and your M was worth it. You decided to give him "another chance." YOU did NOT decide to have an A. YOU did not decide to continue to cake-eat.

I'm really hopin' Bob and RIF et al chime in.

Keep your head up, de. YOU are a wonderful human being. It just so happens you're a woman too.

(If I can't make ya smile, maybe have ya chase me 'til ya beat me will get something out of ya!)
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

I stole this from a thread by TTSi...

Got a laugh out of it so I wanted to bring it to Idiotville... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />To travel the world and crack the skulls of all the people who dare to get involved with a married person...

We shall be called....

THE A-TEAM (Affair Team)

"A crack morality unit was sent to prison by
a corrupt military court for a crime they didn't commit. These men promptly escaped
from a maximum security stockade to the Los Angeles underground. Today, still
wanted by the government, they survive as soldiers of fortune. If you have a marriage
problem, if no one else can help, and if you can find them, maybe you can hire
the A-Team."

I am B.A. Baracus (I pity the fool who gets involved with a married person!)

Hurry! Positions are still opening for the team,
But there is only so much room in the black van...

We shall right the wrongs, we shall deal a crushing blow to those who think there is nothing morally wrong with an affair!

....and if you're involved in one,
WE WILL FIND YOU!

Oh, can't forget our theme song....
Theme Song <hr /></blockquote>

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
I give up Idiots. I'm a failure. <hr /></blockquote>Not allowed here, sorry... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> If I can't make ya smile, maybe have ya chase me 'til ya beat me will get something out of ya!)
<hr /></blockquote>Brown - hit him for me will you hon? He seems to want it really badly, and I'm uber tired.

Since this latest stunt of his, which began....ummm.....a week ago last Friday, I've had different nightmares all centered around one thing...me feeling okay, then BOOM! He leaves.

My circles under my eyes have bags. And they're not pretty Prada bags either..........

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
My circles under my eyes have bags. And they're not pretty Prada bags either.......... <hr /></blockquote>LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's times like this when I wish I knew what to say...

I hate your sit for you... but also hope you realize that YOU are not a failure....

{{{{{de}}}}}

Robby - if I can't give up...can I quit trying so damn hard?

I'm tired of being the only one *really* trying. He says he's trying...tho his exact words are less than comforting, "I'm here aren't I?"....doesn't it just make you feel warm and fuzzy at the prospect???? I mean, a girl hears that and thinks, "Yep. I'm a princess. I'm precious. I'm worth keeping and worth fighting for." Right? I mean, that's what you all *feel* when you hear them, right?

:

: Prada...I love Prada. De, if they are not prada, are they at least Coach, Gucci??

I am now officially divorced.

The casuallness of it makes me want to vomit. People were cracking jokes, blech...took less than 5 minutes to legally "dissolve" something that took us 10 years to build.

And just for the record, idiotville is not just for laughs...

Dear Lord,
So far today, I am really proud of my behavior. I have not cursed, not gossiped, have been peaceful, kind. I have not been angered by anyone, have not considered sinning,

BUT,

I am about to get out of bed for the day, and in a few minutes, will NEED A LOT OF HELP!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{dip}}}
{{{de}}}
(medication starting to wear off)

I'll just ditto what robby said.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

If there is a prize involved, I will be certain to share it with all!!!!!

Hey LINY...share the goods man...where can I get some of those? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 22, 2004, 12:28 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

Hi! I'm back from the dr. - Have to go tomorrow and get blood drawn. I hate that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

He renewed my ADs and all my other medicines. So I shall be calm cool and collected for a few more months. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Still raining. Creeks are rising out of their banks. When I was a kid, we'd walk down the railroad track to the trestle and watch the water rush under the trestle. We'd see the most interesting things float by. Limbs and trees, of course, but some household items that had probably been dumped in a creek to get rid of them. Lots of bottles. I always wanted to put a note in one and throw it in, but I never did. Sometimes a big log would float by with a rabbit on it or a snake. I always picked up rocks and threw them in. My parents always took me - I think they liked it, too. Usually this happened when the flooding had closed the road to our house in both directions. If they hadn't cancelled school, my dad would carry me on his back across the trestle to my grandmother's house so I could catch the school bus. I used to take my boys when they were little so they could enjoy it, too. When I built my house, I wanted to make sure I could sit at the windows and watch the flood. This one is going to be a big one - The water is already 25 to 30 feet out from the creek, and I predict it will hit the treeline (about 300 or 350 feet) in a couple of hours. The deer will be displaced, and will wander uphill, and we might see more than usual.

Well, better go. will check back a little later.

Hey dip, feel free to take the rest of these trazodones. Yech. They *will* help you sleep.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Robby - if I can't give up...can I quit trying so damn hard?

I'm tired of being the only one *really* trying. He says he's trying...tho his exact words are less than comforting, "I'm here aren't I?"....doesn't it just make you feel warm and fuzzy at the prospect???? I mean, a girl hears that and thinks, "Yep. I'm a princess. I'm precious. I'm worth keeping and worth fighting for." Right? I mean, that's what you all *feel* when you hear them, right?<hr /></blockquote>I KNOW youâ€™re not really asking me for advice, nobody ever does! Iâ€™m an Idiot, â€˜member? Iâ€™m sure smarter folks will jump in, but in the meantime there are some plan thingies on MB that may be of help to you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You probably werenâ€™t trying to make me laugh, and maybe I shouldnâ€™t have, but I didâ€¦ Nioâ€™s quote of â€œIâ€™m here arenâ€™t I?â€ brought memories of a thought Iâ€™ve had lately. I think it would be great if I had one of those UN earpieces when I talk to my W. That way the translator could tell me what she meant when she talks and help me articulate and appropriate pre-translated response. We could make a fortune!!

I canâ€™t tell you if he meant youâ€™re a princess, precious, etc. but the possibility is thereâ€¦ especially if he used a seething toneâ€¦ that would, IMO, show the presence of shame and guilt. He seems to be motivated by the fear of loss so maybe a little less trying could be in orderâ€¦

The preceding message should not be construed as advice. Any similarities to actual advice is purely coincidental.

Hey, all. Time for LINY to get ready for he11--just gotta keep thinkin, that, not only is it a short week, but I should be able to get *ALOT* done as many of my ees are taking off the day before and after Tday.

Hugs to all of you. You all are really a great bunch that I look forward to everyday. Thanks!
Wish I could be as supportive as all of you have been to me and brown. I'll be there one day! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Nio: "I am here aren't I?"

Translation: Krrhhh "Um, De, that could be translated as saying "I AM A [censored], over." krhhhh.

De: "Nio, I could be wrong, but I am thinking you are really saying you are a class A [censored], right."

Yes...I could see it. I could probably make a killing being a translator.

So many career options, The A team, A translations (Pep could be the CEO), and Idiotville PR manager.

I am probably moving from idiotville, to Divorceville. Or at least, establishing a second residence there!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DipiT said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And just for the record, idiotville is not just for laughs...
<hr /></blockquote>Your absolutely right DipiT. If so Liny wouldn't be able to post. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby cracked me up by saying <blockquote>quote:<hr /> The preceding message should not be construed as advice. Any similarities to actual advice is purely coincidental.

<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NG, have you thought about plan B, there will be no cake eating for him then, and maybe this will wake him up. Also, see above Robby's quote, kind of goes for me too, I'm just an Idiot, but really pulling for you.

RH, so your dad fed the family pig testicles??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> OMG!!!

I suck at staying away from MB/Idiotville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love you gals and guys!!!

911,

Anybody care to share a great stuffing recipe?? I can make the plan ole stuff <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> , but I was hoping to find some super great. Anybody??

I have been putting up and decorating my tree since 8 am, can you say ANAL-RETENTIVE???

And before ST chimes in with, and she will take it all down and do it again 3x's before the season is over, that is not true, I only did that one year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

did I mention I love you guys? {{{{idiotville}}}}

I just do plain old cornbread dressing (but mine is the best in the world!!! quiet! don't argue)

I saw Emeril do an interesting stuffing yesterday. It even had some fruit in it. Go to foodtv.com and you'll probably find several. Also that Southern Lady on there did a fabulous one with mushrooms. I think she's Paula Dean. Should be on the web site.

My aunt used to do a wonderful wild rice stuffing. I don't know if I have the recipe, though. I'll look and see.

My pet peeve for the week: Why do I go to the store and buy a nice fat hen and it doesn't have giblets inside? How can you make giblet gravy if there are no giblets?!?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Edited to add: I just can't put up my Christmas tree before Thanksgiving. My year would be totally messed up and I wouldn't know what day it was any more. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 22, 2004, 01:14 PM: Message edited by: starz ]

Not me.

I may be dumb, but I'm not stupid. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jel - I do reg. bread stuffing, only I add cooked sausage and chopped apples (along with the regualar onions, celery stuff).

Less trying. Okay. I'll try...less.

- Kimmy

Kimmy, whats gotta happen before you give up ?

This be sucking out your SPARK, chick.

Not encouraging you to STOP, just asking you if you know the criteria for you to say " OK, enuff zenuff ".

{{{{kimmy}}}}

Starz, I'm addicted to the food channel right now, so I will go there. Thanks, I always do regular giblets bread stuffing.

Kimmy, do you dice your apples? Do you peel them? You just throw them in with the other stuff, nothing specail? Do you add giblets, or just sausage? Oh, forget it, I'll call you.

RH, who you talking to? Didn't you chew me out one day for that???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Stars I saw that episode of Emeril. It was a bread stuffing with artichokes, spinach and brie cheese.

I wanted to make that at my sisters this year, but she said NO. (the biotch!) I was supposed to meet up with my other sister who lives in Manhattan & her two girls down by Ann Arbor but the plans fell through so I am stuck with little spoiled sister this year.

This is what she has told me to bring (yes told me) rimaki and crab cakes for the football game. And a pumpkin desert my mom used to make. Also I have to make the giblet gravy because she doesn't know how to make a good gravy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And my DD went back to her dads this a.m. so I am feeling about the worst I could possibly feel. Well off to the store to buy some vino. And hoping like hell (hell is not a curse word btw) it helps!

Glad I have his thread to read tonight when the tears really start to fall. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

What??

You guys are actually cooking for Thanksgiving...

Think I'm goint to have a turkey pot pie and some tater tots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Anybody want dibs on leftovers?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy,

I too was wondering if Plan B was in your plans. And I liked what Robbie said about Nios being motivated by the fear of loss. How about a good 180?

I like Plan B, and I personally think everyone should go to plan B right after two weeks of showing what a great catch WS is about to lose. But that is just me and not to be taken as advice.

But I like the 180 also, however can't "do" a 180 because that is my regular personality in a relationship and probably why I have never managed to make it to the altar. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly: Sorry, I was being an idiot. But I never ate them nuts. Just all the neighbors and friends my dad invited. Of course they were drunk so it served 'em right. Gotta go, it's quitin time. What's that that Fred Flintstone says, "yabba, dabba doo...." when the whistle blows!!!!

:Later

[ November 22, 2004, 02:24 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

I think a pitch black, communication through an intermediary ONLY, you ain't playing around, PLAN B would knock him right off the fence.

I might still be married, and on my way to recovery if I had stayed dark. It was taking a toll on eyechart, and would have probably done the trick had I stuck to it.

I'm on the phone with Jelly. Maybe she'll help me with a plan....

- Kimmy

From Bob's thread:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> 1) It was not a beautifull love story that sadly wasn't meant to be.

2) I am sorry and regret that I ever did it

3) I am ashamed of what I did

4) I am sorry for hurting you

5) I am sorry for hurting our children

6) I want to commit 100% to this marriage and do whatever it takes to make you feel secure in moving foreward.

Until you have these statements sans pride from FWW <hr /></blockquote>I HAVE this from Nio. But I also have a sulking hulking fuzzy wookie-ish man beast whom I have difficulty reading now.

Difficulty reading = scaryness around the corner, lurking
In Kimmy's book.

dipiT,

Divorce papers are just papers. They only hold whatever importance you put on them, meaning -

lots of people remarry each other after divorce. My younger sister remarried her XH, I work with a guy who remarried his first wife (after two other marriages inbetween), a girlfriends parents remarried and I have another girlfriend whose XWH just left his OW and is now dating her!

If you still love this man, and have regrets about the divorce then a good 180 might work for you. You can be the OW now if you want, you know.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by The Mayor of Idiotville:
 You guys are actually cooking for Thanksgiving...

Think I'm goint to have a turkey pot pie and some tater tots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAOPMP!!!

Boy Mayor you sure are funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

'not that. Jelly and I were TALKING!!!!!!!

I told her tator tots sounded good to me. NNNNNmmmmm! With chili and cheese. Damn! When is it gonna get cold?

GC ---- when's it gonna get cold??? It's close to 80 right now.

PMP??!?!?!?!?!

Robby, are you f'in kidding me?

Don't make me call you the c word (settle down mods, not that c word)...

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Uhmmm hmmm...
"BOY MAYOR," dramatic pause, "YOU SURE ARE FUNNY."

Press Release:
November 21, 2004
RE: Mayor Robby and His Thanksgiving Fare
FR: The Mayor's office, Press Relations Manager, DipiT

Idiotville citizens displayed shock, horror and disgust after learning of Robby's non-appetizing Thanksgiving Dinner, to consist of Turkey Pot Pie and Tator Tots.

"I was really saddened by the lack of traditional food that will be available for the Mayor on Thanksgiving Day," exclaimed respected Idiotville resident, and food expert, KY. "I plan on having a 7 course gourmet meal. It is really, really sad."

"I do not see the big deal," argued Idiotville resident, and former Brit, Bob Pure. "Thanksgiving, the Puritans, Indians, come on...sounds like a bunch of Yankee drama to me."

Despite the deplorable menu planned by the Mayor's cooking staff, headed up by Chef Boy Ar Dee, Robby's good willed nature and generousity still held true. "Anyone up for leftovers," he sheepishly offered, to the laughter and applause of Idiotville residents.

Idiotville will next consider providing Mayor Robby with a more suitable meal, or at the very least, remind him of all that is left to be thankful for.
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[ November 22, 2004, 03:48 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

DipiT, that was so darn funny, look at you all clever and all that, you are much to good for eye chart, I'm sure of it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'm LMTAO!!

And Robby, how pathetic are you, no, not the meal, but the fact that you quoted yourself, sad, very, very sad!!!

Weaver- <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, AHA, that is what I thought, but since you called me on it once, thought I would you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Time to make dinner, or clean something, or bend over. OOPS, did I just say that.

I'm not making the (gasp) traditional fare. We're having spiral ham, homemade rolls (of course), blackeyed peas, 'rots (carrots), cherry pie (homemade), fresh veggies and dip...and a whole lotta popcorn and movies.

BTW: Anyone seen Santa Claus 2? We have it and re watched it yesterday. I love the Molar-nator! Jel, we need I (heart) the Molar-nator t's! Such a fun flick.

Z gets his cast off tomorrow, and I'll be picking his friend and him up. He'll turn 15 on the 30th, too. ST, you (heart) this! He wants an earring for his b-day. Okay, so I talked him out of eyebrow or lip piercing. OY! Ear, I can live with. Something that gets so infected and you can't hide the grossness - nope, not on my boy. Gawd. I miss that kid. Oh. And not entirely thrilled here: he's bringing his board. Mebee I can talk him into playing the guitfiddle on the porch and singing along?????

I sent him a pkg. with pics in it from the wedding. On the envelope I'd drawn this gnarly tree - very detailed....at the foot of the tree was a fairy ring of mushrooms - complete with little windows and chimneys on them. He put it up on his collage wall. My boy still thinks I'm awesome - even in front of his friends (tho, he said when I come watch him play he'll make sure none of his friends hit on me....what kind of kids does his dad let him hang with???). When he was a baby, you could tell I was his goddess. When he was a little kid, I was the "cool mommy." When he was 9, I lost it all - was no longer a goddess and no longer cool. It all comes in a circle, folks. I (heart) being a mom to boys.

Course I love my girls, too. It's just so different with girls. Different in a great way, but so different.

- Kimmy

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
And Robby, how pathetic are you, no, not the meal, but the fact that you quoted yourself, sad, very, very sad!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Hey!!

It's lonely around here!! I talk to myself a lot!!

SO BACK OFF!!

yeah, what he said!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Didn't you chew me out one day for that? <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr /> NNNNNmmmmm! <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Yummy <hr /></blockquote>Who said?

Who's there?

Did someone knock on my door?

Look out!

KY: It wouldn't be right if you didn't. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
Hopefully, ST was there when you bent over (or else you're worse than we thought).

Now, boys, no quarreling said the mother hen.

Well, I took MIL to the store in the pouring rain to buy Thanksgiving groceries. Then when we came out with 2 basketsful the skies opened even more. I loaded both baskets in the trunk in the pouring rain. Came home, unloaded MIL's groceries for her (bad heart and lungs, etc.)Then came home to bring in my own. Boys (IB & S)upstairs on big screen loud watching movie. Didn't hear me come in - unloaded mine and they showed up downstairs when there was one bag left.
Should have gone upstairs to get them, but I was already wet -- why get two more people wet?

Creek is within 4 feet of the treeline. Still rising.

Sometimes when it rains real hard we lose our satellite internet connection, as well as satellite t.v. Then it's quiet around here -- spooky.

Robby - sorry about shortening Iceberg to IB without telling you. I decided he wasn't worth 7 letters right now. In fact, now that I think about it.....

More rain. "The sky is falling, the sky is falling" cried Chicken Little.

Starz: Not to change the subject on you, but can you tell me about that satellite internet connection? If you don't think it's appropriate here, email me the company and web address to <<will repost when you're around and I don't have to keep email addy up so long>>. Thanks.

Living in the boonies, 56k connection sucks, especially since I'm used to T1 and faster at work.

[ November 22, 2004, 06:34 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Evening Mayor, hope you're doing well.

Evening RH! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just got back from taking S to Chick-fil-A. Boy can really eat!!

Bathtime!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bath time is always fun time! (At least if they're not crying). Have fun!

Robby said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> It's lonely around here!! I talk to myself a lot!!

SO BACK OFF!!

yeah, what he said!!
<hr /></blockquote>Two equally funny post from you today, and equally disturbing, and still 2 days til Wed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

RH, we have sat. connection, ask ST about it, I can't tell you because I'm just here to cook, clean, and well you caught the rest earlier. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The night crew is almost in,

Liny - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
Kiwi - {{{Jen}}} <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> You know the hug!!
RIF - Hi, I'm KY, or as these Idiots call me, Jelly, I'm ST's waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better half. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
TT, are you in on the night shift too??? If so, a big ole hug for you too. {{{TT}}}
Robby, because you stay up late too - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Two equally funny post from you today, and equally disturbing, and still 2 days til Wed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>What happens on Wednesdays?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Cross dressing is a Tuesday affair!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh dear God, please don't tell me the Wed. IC is canceled, or worse yet, OVER?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

What???

Robby,

Are you mad at me? No reaction to my Press Release? Come on, I thought it painted you in a very positive light. DO NOT TELL me I am on the idiotville "list" now.

DipiT-

Never mad at you girlie!!

Liked the press release, Jelly's jab made me forget about it for a moment. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Forgive me??

No IC this week, it Pot Pie Week!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> No IC this week, it Pot Pie Week!!

<hr /></blockquote>Can't he make an exception??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I just a cherry swiss cake roll, it was delicious. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby I just read a partial update on you from FL's thread, I guess we have to investigate around here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I better eat another swiss cake to make me poor left out heart feel better.

Good night guys.

Oh my Oh my! 102 pages on this thread! What is going on here? lol
Dani

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby I just read a partial update on you from FL's thread, I guess we have to investigate around here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I better eat another swiss cake to make me poor left out heart feel better.
<hr /></blockquote>What??

I updated here, didn't I?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> I hardly ever post off of Idiotville, check my history! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> When I do I'm usually a thread killer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

What did I leave out??

**edited for Idiot cut & paste**

[ November 22, 2004, 08:01 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Hey Dani! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Now get a job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hello Danielle (Right???). I believe I read your thread the other night.

Oh Good evening Idiots!!!!

OMG what's happened here today!!

{{{{{{{{{{IDIOTS}}}}}}}}}}

De - Starz - Dipit - Much love to ya!!!!

Here's something to think about.
My younger Sis decided to get involved with a married man - then his wife joined in - my sis was now bi-sexual - then the guy up and dies - just my sis and his wife - my sis is now a lesbian - well she calls me last night to tell me she has a boyfriend - I told LINY that my sis is pitching for the other team again.

Oh and for the record LINY picked the right sister - both my sisters (older 1/2 by mother and younger 1/2 by father) have perferred female partners. My older sis was married for 10 years and had 3 kids, then she left her husband .... for a woman.

So, we all know why LINY will be thankful on Thursday <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Don't ask why I decided to share this information <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I guess I'm not up to cheering yet. So I'll "share"

(PS Mayor and Mayor's 'friend' just dine out for Thursday and bring home a doggie bag <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Oh and LINY does most of the cooking on Thanksgiving (I am thankful for that <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ). I help him a little (well not much - Oops no EN met). I mostly help D with desserts. LINY suggested we make some fudge to take to my SIL for dessert.

........Brown...........

PS Maybe I'll just make brownies for LINY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Dani,

Welcome to Idiotville.

I am the town Whine Taster.

Robby is the Mayor.

I think you should be the <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> DiVA <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Cross dressing is a Tuesday affair!!
<hr /></blockquote>Ooooooooooh - does this mean I get to wear boxers tomorrow? Better yet, boxer briefs.....still never really understood those <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Starz - rain, rain, rain here, too. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> I don't have a creek to watch, but they are predicting rain here all week. It rained here all last week. Is there any other weather except for RAIN??????? Is there such thing as RAIN RAGE? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Recovering H:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Yummy
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Who said?
<hr /></blockquote>The owl..... (nods head) - How many licks does it take to get to the tootsie roll center of a tootsie pop? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> The world may never know...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Lemme see that tootsie roll!!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

PS - too much rain can do fuuuuuuuuuuuuunny things to a person........

On a more serious note, (((((((hugs)))))) to those who have had such painful moments (SerendipiT, and De).......Nothing I could say would make it any better - but I truly believe that even the pain is part of a full life. One day you will experience the antithesis of this pain - a joy that will remind you that all this was worth it.

And GOOD EVENING Idiotville!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Good evening......my name is Agador Sparticus..... <hr /></blockquote>Robby - You did say it was cross dressing day tomorrow <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome danigirl - Time to get a job. What are you good at?

Brown - Hey those meds that LINY are on could give him an E that lasts 4 hours. Whooooppppppeeee.

Believer - hey woman. I've missed you. It is true about LINY's meds - however the other one makes him go to sleep. I supposed I could SF .... and he's never know it (hehehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

(Psst....Mayor I think you're 'friend' maybe posted elsewhere with your penname. I don't wanna be a great fibber or tattle tail, but I seen it. I'm sorry, but I don't know if he's really your 'friend)

brown -

Sleeping is good, then you could enjoy the four hours and do what you please. Yikes - talk about a woman's dream come true!

Tell LINY that it may help if he takes the meds at night.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 (Psst....Mayor I think you're 'friend' maybe posted elsewhere with your penname. I don't wanna be a great fibber or tattle tail, but I seen it. I'm sorry, but I don't know if he's really your 'friend) <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

No Idea what this is all about? What friend?

also who said this...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Good evening......my name is Agador Sparticus..... <hr /></blockquote>

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Hank Azaria in "The Birdcage" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A fav of mine! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

**edited only to clarify that I know nothing of the 'friend' - I am just busy being an Idiot....albeit a rather dorky one tonight! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> **

[ November 22, 2004, 09:14 PM: Message edited by: L.I.T ]

B - I should tell him "Hon, you really have to take them for like 3 weeks to see if they really work" (gigglin and blushing is Brown <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> or maybe just grinnin' thoughtfully <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Talk about EN's being met - oh wait I think that was one of LINY's EN's - oh yeah it was mine too!

Brown!!!

What F'in Friend??

Maybe it's Richard!!!!!!!!

Oh that's right does the Mayor have friends?!?! Enquiring minds wanna know!!!!!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Maybe it's Richard!!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>Long way to go for a joke!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Maybe Liny is the funny one... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ouch ouch ouch

okay i'm over it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What was I thinking...

We all know you're the funny one!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just confused the heck out of me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I was searching and searching...

good one brown! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mayor, are you alright tonight???

You seem to be alittle off.

Are you taking your meds????

**** edited to add a "be"

[ November 22, 2004, 09:35 PM: Message edited by: brown ]

I'm not on meds...

Your 'friend' comment just threw me...

Came out of left field...

Confused me, you did. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

okay i was j/k about the meds.

is everything ok?

how did saturday & sunday go?

Wow!!

Look at the time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

** Yawn **

It's the Mayor's bedtime!

okay i'll back off and bid you a 'good night'

but i do have another question .... what are you wearing tomorrow. i'd like to know so i don't let LINY borrow the same outfit. that would be too embarassing.

That was rude...

But I am tired...

I guess Jelly was right! I didn't update!

Bad Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Short version:

We talked about D, then both blinked.

I'll explain more tomorrow if you want me to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

okay - sleep well mayor - good night

Ok, I'm back - had a rehearsal tonight.

RH - IB says it's direcway.com - we have direct TV on satellite and this is advertised on it. I don't know that much, except it has its own satellite dish and we can operate all the computers on it -network and stuff - and we can all be on at the same time doing different stuff. As you can see, I'm not a computer guru, but I manage to work a keyboard pretty well. Sorry it took so long to get an answer, but I had this rehearsal that lasted two hours. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> And I am the conductor. These women just won't stop singing.

DipiT - How's that Christmas music coming along? This might be a good time in your life to enjoy more singing and friendships formed through musical connections. Nothing makes you feel better than beautiful music. And making it yourself is an emotional outlet and stress reliever.

Robby - are you always this confused?

Jelly quit eating those roll things. When you are 55 you will be sorry - you will look like me. Although I am 50 pounds lighter than 2 years ago - it's still too much for IB.

Okay, everybody, I have to go now. More and worse rain predicted tomorrow. Heaven help us - the ground is saturated and the water has reached the treeline, as I predicted. More and heavier rain tomorrow. Quick, get the hammer and nails ready. I have 3 basset hounds but only one [censored]. Could I pair one dog with ...
I am not catching the snakes, you hear me?? No cockroaches allowed and no mosquitos. Let's see - where can I get two wallabees?

starz - head for higher ground and keep you feet dry !!!!

Hmmmmmm...Co-ink-e-dink? I have the honour of posting right after my lovely, beautiful, understanding, {yawn} loving, great mom, smart, pretty, cute, {yawn} sexy, adorable etc etc wife?!?!? Oh sorry...must be the meds kickin' in!

{{{believer}}} 30 pages to be updated on and the one post you choose to comment on is the one where I may have a painful 6 hour erection?!?!?
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Posted to your thread...you really really are a magnificent woman, believer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

To the rest of my fellow idiots: after an expected horrible day at work, the lot of you had me ROTFLMAO!!!! Mucho needed tonight!

"Your absolutely right DipiT. If so Liny wouldn't be able to post." I resemble that!

Have a great night everyone. And Bob, we need more than a drive by post!

PS my stuffing is very easy and plain to make--let the bird do the work!

DOOOOOOOD !!

I am SOOOOOO busy ! Trying to avoid the 'work' thang but I am back in up to my elbows now !

Akchewly I'm trying to change jobs - this one is for careerist monsters only and I'm not gonna go back to sustained 60 hour weeks again.

Me & Squid just started the next 'knuckling down' phase of rebuilding last night. Not nice but needed.We'll see if we will be OK soon.

But I'm actually OK ! Strange how bravery tends to pay off in this 'recovering from an affair' stuff innit?

Anyway my dogs blown chunks in the porch again so It stime to take him to the dawg doc later today.

Poor lil thing but his bowels DO define our lives lately! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Carry on doing good LINY Brother.

Beat on the brat with a baseball bat OH YEAH !

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

70 degrees here, high of 81, partly cloudy.

To all you bigger Idiots, try to stay dry!! Rain is a'comin!

** Ding **

Coffee is done!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Major !

Keep that warm weather goin' for next month when we get to Miami and the Keys OK ?

We are always something of a spectacle to the locals when we swim and sunbathe while locals are wrapped up in coats ! In Marathon, 75 degrees is unseasonably nippy I am told ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I love Fla in winter. I'd sure need A/C in summer tho' ! English folks actually MELT when the heat hits ninety ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

mmm I could use a blueberry pancakes and corned beef hash breakfast with a couple of eggs and toast right now...for LUNCH ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 mmm I could use a blueberry pancakes and corned beef hash breakfast with a couple of eggs and toast right now...for LUNCH ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Order up!!

{Tip in quid, please!} <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LOL! You know English folks don't tip ! Service is so universally terrible in Britain we don't tip!

( well I do, but I travel a lot !). We took Squids sisters' family to Fort Myers with us a couple of christmasses ago and you should've seen their faces when I tipped 25% for great service for our table of eight in a smashing fish eatery !!

Lordy I could manager a blackened grouper sandwich with fried okra now too. *slurp*.

ooo I know ! I know ! * claps * Crabcakes !

You CAN'T get great crabcakes in the UK. * tsk *.

I'm hungry now ! I'll have to take Squid out for lunch ! LOL ! * My Squid that is not calamari !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 23, 2004, 05:40 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Don't forget the Stone crab claws!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

They're in season, ya know!!

Where are you staying in Marathon?

I'll have champagne & strawberries sent up for you and squid one morning! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love the keys! Wait, I love Florida!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We've only been here for a bit over a year (from Ohio) so the * cold * weather doesn't bother us much, yet!

Robby we stay HERE with our adopted Aunty Susan and Uncle Chuck.
Its twenty times as wonderful as it looks. Very simple but great.

We're spending the first four days in Miami at the doubletree guest suites near the airport. Not so characterful but very convenient for exploring Miami !

* sigh * can't wait.

Brown said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh and for the record LINY picked the right sister <hr /></blockquote>I'm guessing some men wouldn't think so. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

BP - Robby, we just went to a wonderful Crab Shack last weekend, ST got a bucket of muscles and lobster, I got Crab, and lots of it, finger licking good it was. No calamari though, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Good morning everybody, and no Robby you didn't update!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> , but Whatever!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BP, the place looks fabulous!!! Do you golf? ST and I love to golf. We love to play just about any sport actually, but really love to golf, he is great at it, I suck, but I'm a girl, that is what he likes to say. (no, you perverts, I didn't mean that)

Have a great day everybody. Jelly

P.S.
Believer, how very rewarding for you, what a blessing you are to those people you are helping. Hats off to you.

Good morning everyone <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BP- Have you ever hooked into one of those Dolphins fishing down there <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I bet they would put up a hell of a fight <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mayor what ya wearin today <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I hope you all have a great day. I have to get some work done in order to get home early to hang x-mas lights.

ST

RH,
You have mail <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I have to get some work done in order to get home early to hang x-mas lights.
<hr /></blockquote>Cha CHING!!! Love deposit. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have a great day Pook!! Your wife loves and adores you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by shiveringtimbers:
 Mayor what ya wearin today <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Daisy Dukes & a belly shirt!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Geez.

Groan.

Must..

Poke...

Mental....

Eye......

Out........

ROBBY! Whatever you do, don't bend over to pick up that paperclip.............

Dipilitories are a must, too, darling. Really.

(singing and humming to myself)

Mississippi mare is long and lean
The color of the sun
And her eyes are green
She's got the looks and he's got the love
There never was a horse like the Tennessee stud

I know I've got the words wrong, but I love that song....haven't heard it in a long time.

Good things happened at the casa. Best in almost two years. HE TALKED TO ME. NOT GRUNTED OR GROWLED OR SAT SULLENLY WHILE I TRIED TIME AFTER TIME TO GET HIM TO TELL ME SOMETHING....He talked to me.

(switching song)

Santa baby slip a sable under the tree
For me
Been an awfully good girl
Santa honey, shimmy down the chimney for me

Oh, I hope this is the start of something good! Would it be overkill to send hime an email telling him how I feel?

- Kimmy

[ November 23, 2004, 10:20 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Daisy Dukes & a belly shirt!!
<hr /></blockquote>OOH Settle down ST <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

picking up brown's pom poms

Way to go De De, Way to go!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That's just the thing Robby. I didn't initiate the talk HE did. I was gonna take the advice and back off a bit. HE turned off the TV and said, "We need to talk." "Oh ****," thinks myself....(sorry mods, trying to clean up my potty mouth...I mean fingers....or mouths....whatever, sorry, but it WAS the first thing that popped into my head).

Then we TALKED. About him, about me. About what we need from each other. This might be the best holidays in about 2-3 years. We'll see. I don't know about him, but I'm a helluva lot more relaxed. I slept all thru the night last night...not one bad dream. My bags have turned into wallets. Maybe by tomorrow they'll just be change purses.

So maybe it should be:

Way to go Ni-oh
Way to go!

What? No comments about "*** *******"? That was said in my very best nasally Karen from Will and Grace voice.

[ November 23, 2004, 10:21 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
ROBBY! Whatever you do, don't bend over to pick up that paperclip..............
<hr /></blockquote>Says you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Settle down ST! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

My cheer was for you cuz your and idiot and a friend. Can't cheer for him quite yet! Hope his mind continues to clear...

{{{{{Kimmy}}}}}

BTW, did I mention I'm not wearing panties? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 23, 2004, 10:23 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Kimmy, I love Karen, everything she says, cracks me up, she has got to be the funniest character on TV.

I'm so happy for you. {{{kimmy}}} Yeah!!!

Robby, I swear if ST screams your name tonight, I'm coming to look for you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

here's the song. I was singing it all wrong:

Tennessee Stud

Along about eighteen twenty five
I left Tennessee very much alive
And I never woulda got through the Arkansas mud,
If I hadn't been a ridin' that Tennessee Stud.

I had some trouble with my sweetheart's Paw
And one of her brothers was a bad outlaw
I sent her a letter by my Uncle Fudd
Then I rode away on the Tennessee Stud.

The Tennessee Stud was long and lean
The color of the sun and his eyes were green
He had the nerve and he had the blood
And there never was a hoss like The Tennessee Stud

We drifted on down into no man's land
We crossed that river called the Rio Grande
I raced my hoss with a Spaniard's foal,
'Til I got me a skin full of silver and gold.

Me and the gambler we couldn't agree
We got in a fight over Tennessee
We jerked our guns and he fell with a thud
And I got away on the Tennessee Stud.

The Tennessee Stud was long and lean
The color of the sun and his eyes were green
He had the nerve and he had the blood
And there never was a hoss like The Tennessee Stud

Well, I got just as lonesome as a man can be
A-dreamin' of my girl in Tennessee
The Tennessee Stud's green eyes turned blue
'Cause he was A dreamin' of a sweetheart too

We loped right back across Arkansas
I whooped her brother and I whooped her Paw
When I found that girl with the golden hair
She was a ridin' on a Tennessee Mare
(Whoa Boy)

The Tennessee Stud was long and lean
The color of the sun and his eyes were green
He had the nerve and he had the blood
And there never was a hoss like The Tennessee Stud

Stirrup to stirrup and side by side
We crossed them mountains and the valleys wide
We came to big muddy and we forded the flood,
On the Tennessee Mare and the Tennessee Stud.

There's a pretty little baby on the cabin floor
A little hoss colt layin' 'round the door
I love that girl with the golden hair
And the Tennessee stud loves the Tennessee Mare
(they's good horses)

The Tennessee Stud was long and lean
The color of the sun and his eyes were green
He had the nerve and he had the blood
And there never was a hoss like The Tennessee Stud

That's a right purdy song. They should play it today, I think....on my ride home, on the "mouldy oldies."

(singsonging)

Robby's goin' commando
Robby's goin' commando

What can one expect from a marine (YOU were the marine, right?)????? The answer is: Snort! Anything.

DD = I loved that song, too, when I was growing up. Still makes me happy. As for "Santa Baby" my semi professional women's choir is doing it on our concert in December. We are having lots of fun with it.

I am so glad you had a good evening. I hope it holds up for you forever. Sincerely. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RH - did you see my reply? It's back one page.

Robby, sounds like a great outfit, but it really depends on the shape of your derrierre. Heart shaped ones just don't work well in Daisy Dukes. However, those with a nice tight full moon on both sides look great!! That's why women like full length mirrors - to get the full view objectively.

Have a great day, y'all.

Ok Jelly, hereâ€™s an updateâ€¦

I asked my W Saturday where our relationship was going. She told me that we were probably going to end up D.

???

She said â€œWell that seems to be the path weâ€™re on, donâ€™t you think?â€

I told her I thought we had three choices. To work towards reconciliation, to move toward D, or to keep the status quo. I told her I couldnâ€™t keep going with the status quo. She said â€œWell Iâ€™m definitely not working towards reconciliation with you right now!!

On Saturday night, without talking to my W about her Friday night activities first, I told her that even if our M was perfect, even if we were getting along great and having sex all the time, I was tired of her drinking and â€œdone.â€ She called me a hypocrite and referenced some things I had done. (These, of course, did not rise to the same level, in my eyes! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) This led to a discussion about D. We kinda agreed to start the process but then I asked her â€œIs this what you want?â€

W â€“ â€œWell if youâ€™re asking me for an answer tonight, then yes.â€

M â€“ â€œAnd if Iâ€™m not?â€

W â€“ â€œWell, then itâ€™s only been two weeks since Iâ€™ve moved out so I donâ€™t knowâ€¦â€

Thatâ€™s how we left it.

After the conversation I realized that we may have a communication problem. We both identified behavior we didnâ€™t like in the other and didnâ€™t give any benefit of doubt. I decided that it wasnâ€™t â€œenoughâ€ to file for D.

On Sunday night W came over to get S. I helped her carry some stuff to her car and then I blurted out:

â€œI owe you an apology for what I said to you last night.â€

!!!

W - â€œWhat do you mean?â€

I went on to explain that I automatically assumed the worst of her and that wasnâ€™t fair. I just took her drunk sisterâ€™s word and never really had a conversation about anything that troubled me. This seemed to really throw her for a loop as she asked me â€œWhat does that mean?â€ a few more times. I think her guard was up that I was trying to backside slam her or trap her somehow. I simply explained that it wasn't fair to automatically think the worst of her.

So, nothing big to update on after all. Weâ€™ve talked several times since, but no R talk.

I remain confused.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!

Man - miss a few days, and there's no way you can go back and read it quickly - you skip one line, and it throws off the next 14 posts!!!! I promise you all I'll get back and catch up, but for now...

RH - I think the "Rebuilding" is awesome - it's like everything else, maintenance is the key - and improving is the goal...it's a never ending circle!! Good choice, buddy!

KY - no, e-mail is not down...do I have mail?

NG - didn't find THE post, but get the jist that something good happened - Hooray!!

{{{DipiT}}} You will get through this, and you're right, you are going to love and be loved! (((DipiT)))

{{{Robby}}} Sorry you've gotten to this point with W - prayers for the right decision to be made.

To the rest of Idiotville, I love you all, and don't mean to leave anyone out...will have to catch up later - have a good day I-ville ...
OK, well, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> for Idiotville, Hugs, too! {{{Iville}}}

Good morning all- it has been a while since I pulled out of the shadows and posted here. I get such a kick out of just lurking. Can someone please help me out with what ROTFLMAO is?

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, because I am the badest *****that ever walked through this valley, because I am a United States Marine! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 23, 2004, 10:25 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Good Morning KMEJ!!

Rolling
on
the
Floor
Laughing
my
***
off! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 23, 2004, 10:26 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Rolling on the floor laughing my *** off - welcome to Idiotville - Robby is the mayor.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Ok Jelly, hereâ€™s an updateâ€¦
<hr /></blockquote>No pressure, we could have waited. It's your business, we don't need to know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Now that I feel like a jerk. You know it is only 10% nosy, and 90% curiosity. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sounds to me like you got no where. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Maybe you need to stop pointing the finger at each other.

The best way to change a persons behavior, is to change yours.

Robby, I will just say, ST loves the no panties and a skirt!!!

Starz, I want to come to your concert. Can I shout and cheer for you??? When is it. It sounds awesome. So jealous you can sing, and I can't. But I can eat chocolate, can you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (that is a talent, right?) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

The impossible is done with the Lord's help and a few good men. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Marines to our enemy, If you run you will only die tired. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Robby, that was awful, (funny) you Marines are all the same.

Yes, YL, I sent at least 3, but I think I was sending them to your old address, so I tried the new one I thought. Must be not.

KMEJ, hello, Robby is the Mayor, but I have the power to shut this show down!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Sounds to me like you got no where. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Maybe you need to stop pointing the finger at each other.

The best way to change a persons behavior, is to change yours.

<hr /></blockquote>You're right, I got nowhere. But I'm no worse off.

I'm trying to change all sorts of things, maybe too much! It's hard work, especially when everyone, including SIL, is asking why I bother. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

** edited to take out an extra [quote] **

[ November 23, 2004, 09:32 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

sometimes the smallest steps make the most progress. You are doing fine. Your personalitly is awesome. Hang in there Robby.

A Marineâ€™s Rules to Date His Daughter:

Rule One: If you pull into my driveway and honk you'd better be delivering a package, because you're sure not picking anything up

Rule Two: You do not touch my daughter in front of me. You may glance at her, so long as you do not peer at anything below her neck. If you cannot keep your eyes or hands off of my daughter's body, I will remove them.

Rule Three: I am aware that it is considered fashionable for boys of your age to wear their trousers so loosely that they appear to be falling off their hips. Please don't take this as an insult, but you and all of your friends are complete idiots. Still, I want to be fair and open minded about this issue, so I propose his compromise:
You may come to the door with your underwear showing and your pants ten sizes too big, and I will not object. However, in order to ensure that your clothes do not, in fact, come off during the course of your date with my daughter, I will take my electric nail gun and fasten your trousers securely in place to your waist.

Rule Four: I'm sure you've been told that in today's world, sex without utilizing a "barrier method" of some kind can kill you. Let me elaborate, when it comes to sex, I am the barrier, and I will kill you.

Rule Five: It is usually understood that in order for us to get to know each other, we should talk about sports, politics, and other issues of the day. Please do not do this. The only information I require from you is an indication of when you expect to have my daughter safely back at my house, and the only word I need from you on this subject is "early.â€

Rule Six: I have no doubt you are a popular fellow, with many opportunities to date other girls. This is fine with me as long as it is okay with my daughter. Otherwise, once you have gone out with my little girl, you will continue to date no one but her until she is finished with you. If you make her cry, I will make you cry.

Rule Seven: As you stand in my front hallway, waiting for my daughter to appear, and more than an hour goes by, do not sigh and fidget. If you want to be on time for the movie, you should not be dating. My daughter is putting on her makeup, a process that can take longer than painting the Golden Gate Bridge. Instead of just standing there, why don't you do something useful, like changing the oil in my car?

Rule Eight: The following places are not appropriate for a date with my daughter: Places where there are beds, sofas, or anything softer than a wooden stool. Places where there are no parents, policemen, or nuns within eyesight. Places where there is darkness. Places where there is dancing, holding hands, or happiness. Places where the ambient temperature is warm enough to induce my daughter to wear shorts, tank tops, midriff T-shirts, or anything other than overalls, a sweater, and a goose down parka - zipped up to her throat. Movies with a strong romantic or sexual theme are to be avoided; movies which features chain saws are okay. Hockey games are okay. Old folks homes are better.

Rule Nine: Do not lie to me. On issues relating to my daughter, I am the all-knowing, merciless god of your universe. If I ask you where you are going and with whom, you have one chance to tell me the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. I have a shotgun, a shovel, and five acres behind the house. Do not trifle with Me.

Rule Ten: Be afraid. Be very afraid. It takes very little for me to mistake the sound of your car in the driveway for a chopper coming in over a rice paddy near Hanoi. When my Agent Orange starts acting up, the voices in my head frequently tell me to clean the guns as I wait for you to bring my daughter home. As soon as you pull into the driveway you should exit your car with both hands in plain sight. Speak the perimeter password, announce in a clear voice that you have brought my daughter home safely and early, then return to your car - there is no need for you to come inside. The camouflaged face at the window is mine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

((((giggle))))

I won't tell you what I called marines who tried to date me when I was single, then.

Course I had a name for the guys in the Army, too. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), I didn't heed my own advice not to date military anymore.

#1 reminds me. D'ya know what my dad would do when dates would come pick my sister or I up? Yep. Clean his guns or sharpen his knives. Once, my sister was 1/2 hr. late, and he sat in a lawn chair with a pellet rifle in his lap IN THE DRIVEWAY. Okay. He SAYS he was shooting at the grackles.....but we all know the truth. I don't think the guy even slowed down much dropping her off.....lmao!

{doing backflips for de}
Dang! How do you ladies get away with no panties doin' flips and splits and all? OK--left that wide open for some crude jokes to come out.

{adjusting man marbles}

Hiya Idiots!!!!!!

Bob...good to hear from ya--I had signed off already though. (Gotta talk to FM about the crab cakes--I'm told (lived on an Island my entire life and really dislike seafood--go figure--I'm a walking contradiction) down in the Inner Harbour they are the best in the world.)
When are you gonna be in The States?

De...baby steps hon. Just give him credit he took one huge step. (Just disregard the fact that he didn't ask, "Mother may I?" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

KY...gotta teach brown how to play...we don't have time...only went three times this year, but shot my best in a long while--88.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />But I'm actually OK ! Strange how bravery tends to pay off in this 'recovering from an affair' stuff innit?<hr /></blockquote>"I'm a big brave dog. I'm a big brave dog."

Robby, can I be optimistic with you? I'm seeing it the other way--a little light. You opened up to her. Is she gonna come in for some tea and scones, don't know. But you left the door open. Keep talking.
"I'm a big brave dog. I'm a big brave dog."

Well, Idiots, off to finish Tday shopping!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> including SIL, is asking why I bother. <hr /></blockquote>Robby, I hope you didn't think my comments asked this same thing. I wasn't implying that.

Sorry.

On that note, I'm out of here.

Have a great Holiday everybody, much love, Jelly

ROTFLMAO--did I get it right? Way too funny you two. The worse thing my dad did was sit in the dark and flip the lamp on as I was trying to sneak back up stairs. Luckily my brother backed my alibi- which was totally a lie.

When I had a guy over on the front porch my dad would light this "date candle" we had until it melted down to the holder to be with this person, then we had to say good night and come inside. Oh the good ol days <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

K- I could just see your dad at the store looking at the candles with the shortest burn times...weighing them in his hands ('member the candles that were really light and would *snap* just burn up quick?). LMAO!

You did it right (rotflmao). What I refrained from telling is my dad would do this in his KAFTAN. Yep! A man dress....my mom made it for him. She made dwh one, too. He's saving it for when our daughters date.

More strange news from NZ-

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - A pod of dolphins circled protectively round a group of New Zealand swimmers to fend off an attack by a great white shark, media reported on Tuesday.
Lifesavers Rob Howes, his 15-year-old daughter Niccy, Karina Cooper and Helen Slade were swimming 300 feet off Ocean Beach near Whangarei on New Zealand's North Island when the dolphins herded them -- apparently to protect them from a shark.
"They started to herd us up, they pushed all four of us together by doing tight circles around us," Howes told the New Zealand Press Association (NZPA).
Howes tried to drift away from the group, but two of the bigger dolphins herded him back just as he spotted a nine-foot great white shark swimming toward the group.
"I just recoiled. It was only about 2 m away from me, the water was crystal clear and it was as clear as the nose on my face," Howes said, referring to a distance of 6 feet.
"They had corralled us up to protect us," he said.
The lifesavers spent the next 40 minutes surrounded by the dolphins before they could safely swim back to shore. The incident happened on October 30, but the lifesavers kept the story to themselves until now.
Environment group Orca Research said dolphins attacked sharks to protect themselves and their young, so their actions in protecting the lifesavers was understandable.
"They could have sensed the danger to the swimmers and taken action to protect them," Orca's Ingrid Visser told NZPA.

Geez, I read that in the paper this morning and wondered to myself if you'd seen it!!!!!! LMAO

We are NOT weird. Well, maybe a little bit.

Jen

I saw that this morning on YahooNews. My kids and I love the dol-phish (that's dolphin the way my 4 year old used to say it).

- Kimmy

Dolphins ALL OVER down here...

Lots of Bull sharks too though... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Makos here. We average at least 1 shark bite by makos on the Tx coast per year. Last summer a boy a few towns up the coast got bit. He was carrying a bait bucket of chum to his dad while wading and the shark bit his arm and shoulder. ((((shudder))))

Wow! Thanks for the welcome! I have noticed one thing, I need to become addicted to this thread to stay caught up. LoL!
So we have a Mayor and a Wine Taster?
I am looking in the classifieds for a job. What openings are there? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
You guys seem to be having fun over here!
Danielle

That's what we're for Dani. Fun and support tempered with a little tongue in cheek (that was for Jelly).

Settly down ST.

What do you like to do? I'm crunchy, granola, nursey, mommy type person...oh and I'm ever so slightly a tart....(giggle)

Dealan-de,
Well I am the mommy, co-sleep, attachment parenting, nursie type too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> What do I like? (BTW, I think that part of this whole process is re-descovering that again. I lost myself to my WH)
I love MY horses (and no, OW will never be able to take care of horses, she has no idea!)
I enjoy crafts, quilting, stained glass etc.
and taking care of my kids! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Danielle

Which do you like better?

Glazier or wet nurse?

(sorry...it was just TOO easy)

You could be our horse whisperer.

My ears are burning I heard Wet nurse, and tongue and cheek. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dani- how's it going? You can not be town drunk, that is me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'm also the queen.

Welcome, feel free to be as idiotic as you want, we won't even notice. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 23, 2004, 01:40 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

DanigirlinVA: Welcome to Idiotville, Robby is Mayor.
If you read on page one that has most everyone's jobs. Starz is the town sniper. She once went to the woods with one bullet and brought home one deer (impressive). I forget the other jobs.

Also, I think there was a rule that new town members had to list three idiotic things they had done to become a member.

Starz: I saw your reply. Thanks. Hopefully, tonight I'll get to check that out.

YL: You are correct in that you miss a few days and it's a real pain catching up. BTW, I'm not sure what you meant about me rebuilding? (I guess I have to go back and reread to figure that one out.)

Too much work, not enough time for Idiotville. ((sigh))

{{{{{hugs to all}}}}}

RH

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:

You could be our horse whisperer. <hr /></blockquote>Boring!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry, but does the town really need a horse wisperererer? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How about starting a Polo Club in Idiotville? You could be our captain & delegate??

Go to the USPA and get us signed up!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

They serve food at Polo matches right? Jelly won't miss a single one!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Speaking of food, what's for dinner?

Sporting event and food, that sounds like a perfect date for me.

I'm very happy. I've had a SMASHING couple of days. Dr Harley himself would smile.

I wish I could splash a bit of it on my friends in here.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Off for a run now. In the dark, damp English late Autumn. BRRRR !

Let's have Pizza !!

Polo is done in speedos. Not on horses.

Horses are for riding barebad (with a pad).

- Kimmy

Is THAT the glow coming from over the pond????

It's Bob and Squiddy. Up to their old antics. Watch it, you might go nuclear.

I'm making shrimp gumbo for supper. Yum. Treated myself to a "me" day. Haircut, nails, pedicure, etc.

KY - I am pretty sure that eating chocolate is a talent. Especially if you can do it without gaining weight.

See you guys a little later. I hope you're all not leaving yet for Thanksgiving - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Starz would you believe in all my 28 years I have never had a pedi, or a manicure. Sad!!

Pizza sounds good Robby, but we just had it Sunday. It was lousy too.

I'm cooking easy all week, because I'm so darn busy. I think it will be chicken fingers and fries. My kids will love it.

Congrats, bob, read your thread, amazing progress. I think I'll have a drink or 10 in your honor tonight. Cheers

Jelly, I'm sure you saw this already...

Chocolate: the new cough sweet

Chocolate could be used to stop persistent coughs and may even lead to more effective medicines, say scientists.

Cocoa contains a derivative called theobromine which was found to be more effective in stopping persistent coughs than the leading medicine codeine.

It produces fewer side effects than conventional treatment and will not leave people drowsy, say scientists

Imperial College London. Their study, which also involved London's Royal Brompton Hospital and St Bartholomew's Hospital, saw ten healthy volunteers given theobromine, a placebo or codeine before exposing them to a substance called capsaicin that causes coughing.

The concentration of capsaicin needed to induce coughing in those given theobromine was nearly a third higher compared with the group receiving a placebo.

When given codeine, the group only needed marginally higher levels of capsaicin.

'Coughing is a medical condition which affects most people at some point in their lives,' said Prof Peter Barnes, whose research is published in FASEB online journal.

'This discovery could be a huge step forward.'
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I just went out to wash my windows, I can't believe the water didn't freeze, it is so cold out, but must be above 32. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Yes, with all my other quirks, I wash my windows once a week, I like things to be clean, what can I say.

Did I mention how cold it was out there, I think I'm coming down with a Cough. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy & KY thanks. I fear I may be physically used later tonight... * sigh * <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Big stuff.

Anyway.. I'm not eating tonight s we had such a lrge lunch. I have no idea what thai dishes are called.

We had a big plate of different appethaisers * groan * then some beefy strips stuff, some green curry syuff, some prawns and cashews on a rosti basket stuff and some really cool sweet and sour fish stuff.

Yum !!Wouldn;t mind a sandwich now though its been six hours since we ate.

Go extra lrage on that pizza and I'll join you !

Go Jalapenos, olives, anchovies for me please. MMM

I'd do the happy happy joy joy Bob's gettin lucky dance, but if I did that every time you got lucky, I'd be a helluva lot skinnier and a heckuva lot tireder.

Which reminds me, shouldn't you be resting?

ROTFLMAO!

Poor Squids. She'd blush all shades of red if she knew you told.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> its been six hours since we ate.
<hr /></blockquote>I would have a killer headache and be having major sugar shakes.

I must eat every 4 hours, or I just can't function.

Glad you'll be used tonight bob.

Love to the Idiotians. I'll leave in about an hour, so happy T-day to you all....even Bob, Jen and Tummy...and any other non-Yanks I might have missed. Tis the season to wish all well!

(((((SMACKAROONIES)))))

I get my Z tomorrow. He got his cast off today....would it be out of line to wrap him in bubble wrap while he's here? THe last time he was home, he and his friend had the WONDERFUL idea to jump off our porch (second story) to the trampoline below. Took dwh 2 months to get around fixing the tramp......o-line, that is. The tramp herself, I think, is unfixable.

Hey all you Idiots.

Mayor - leave my pom poms alone (bad day for the edits????)

KY - chocolate eating is an ancient art, dating back to ... hum maybe an hour ago when I read it was your talent <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob - boy you've taken the expression - "make yourself useful" to a new level (*ahem*)

Oh I almost forget - my mom pointed out the OW's mother at work today. She was really ugly - I hope the OW does look like her mother. I've seen the sister was just okay - I guess, she's got youth on her side. But the mother "fell out the ugly tree and hit every branch on the way down". I said to my mother "she's just scary". Maybe one of these nights I'll have to go up to the job and take a peek (she's been discribe as a blond anorexic looking thing [this account was from LINY and one of my best friend's] and where we work it shouldn't be too hard to pick her out [the women that work there started the 2 ton club and still growing]) No, I'm not bitter <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> (deep calming breathes <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

And LINY thinks I'm amazing. He can't believe how I've managed to "recover" myself under these unbelievable and crazy conditions (after my NB). I stayed focused on the prize (calm down idiots it was my prize) and it's called "sanity". I hope my honey can find his way to "sanity" too. (It's like a vacation house away from Idiotville - So nice to visit and you hope to settle down there one day <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Well, I'm went alittle crazy with my post. Maybe I should start talking to myself <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Mayor - thanks for the "updated" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> - nothing gained and nothing lost - hang in there - and stop bending over!!!!!

I'll stop by later

Brown

Hey Brown-

What??

We got edited again?

Well, I can understand, what with everyone getting their panties in a wad over a bare back on Monday Night Football! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

i did not caught the "game" - i heard about on the news though. a bunch of prudes - change the channel (and we thought we were idiots)

Saw the posts were slow tonight....thought I would bring us back to the top....

Not really going to post much, though.....I just jumped on my pity pot tonight, and drank a whole bunch of whine . Way more than the legal limit.....

Jelly, I might have to rival you for the town "drunk" tonight.....stuck in the center of that self pity pot. Hate the smell in here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by L.I.T:
 stuck in the center of that self pity pot. Hate the smell in here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sorry you're down, but that was funny!

Robby - every time I see your sig line, I remember how much I love Nemo....

Screenmates

Don't know if you have ever had a screen-mate, but they have a Nemo one with Crush, Dory, Marlin, etc.....they swim across your screen and say lines from the movie....

Kind of cute, if I do say so myself..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Night Night Idiotville!!

I'll check out the screenmates tomorrow! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Night John Boy, Night Mary Ellen, Night Robby, Night LIT.

Hey, not night LIT. Are you still around?

Jen

hey kiwi - i know i'm not the normal "night shift" - i'm up waiting for LINY to come home from work - i really should go to sleep since i have to be up in like 4 1/2 hrs. for work myself. i hate this n/s - d/s stuff. i hate being alone at night. LINY did this for 7 yrs of our m. i've only done it for 3 yrs. doesn't help the 15 hrs per week either.

well, LINY s/b home in a few minutes - so i'll sign-off

have a great night or morning or evening or day whateva (i can't even begin to think about time zones after being up for like 20 hrs)

Brown

i changed my sig - it's a line from poem i wrote a very long time ago ---- maybe someday i'll share --- but not tonite <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hiya All!

I'm very very disappotinted in Idiots: Second night where I post right after brown!
Where is everyone?!?!?!

Not much new to report: work sucks, the people are driving me F'ing crazy, can't get all of my work done, systems down all next week so I can't even get it done before the end of the month--has to be this week, brown in a very solemn mood (couldya tell?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> ), etc etc.

Well, if anyone is going away, have a great Tday! Anyone stayin' put, cya later!

I didn't want to edit, but...
...sons have brought me to a new place and meaning of "I've F'ing had it", daughter didn't take her supps today...

LINY

Why do you tolerat ethe thiungs in yourlife that are contributing only to your misery ?

* Job - you are QUITE EVIDENTLY smart and presentable, get a new job FFS
* Sons - present diary of unacceptable behaviours from them, ask for an improvement plan from them. Just to see what they say
* Gambling - I am no expert but I DO know addictions are fueled by stress - mebbe the above will help you deal with this
* EA - see job change

PLEASE smash every one of these postulations LINY, but I see a couple tolerating teh intolerable without hope or expectation of change and thats unrealistic.

FIX wot iz broke bruvva.

Don't open your kimono here mate, I just want to know if you've tried or at least considered stuff to FIX not TOLERATE the doodoo parts of your life.

When I hve been in shtick in teh past I have somtimes afopted a sort of accepting hopeless passivity rather than agressively seeking to fix the broke stuff. Well, that sme anny hoo.

{{{LINY}}}

Good Morning Idiotville!!!

Rise and Shine!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Shining here, not. It's raining again. At least its the last day of work (or at least paid work) for 6 days. Yippee.

Then: Eat Turkey, build barn, and a little hunting and back to barn building before returning back to this place. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where's RIF these days?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Good Morning Iville -

RH - If you go hunting, be sure to watch out for the other hunters. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Asia checking in <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> . My kids and I have been invited to my American friend's Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow. It's just a small family affair with us as the only guests plus a visiting relative. She insists that Thanksgiving is not about gifts and that I am not to bring anything. I understand the sentiment so I will take some wine or something. Is that the right thing to do or should I be gift-hunting like mad tomorrow?

Believer: Got it. Don't need any issues like what happened in Wisconsin last week.

hunting incident

One nice thing, having my own farm, I can allow hunting or not which helps me to know who's there or not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

TT - Wine would be a nice thing to bring. No gifts though.

RH- I think the problem started because one hunter was on private property! But there has to be more to the story than we've found out about. Where's our anger management specialist?

"Good" Mornin' Idiotville. Check the time of the last post I had, look at this one, subtract two hours...well, ya know where I'm goin.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Why do you tolerat ethe thiungs in yourlife that are contributing only to your misery ?

* Job - you are QUITE EVIDENTLY smart and presentable, get a new job FFS
* Sons - present diary of unacceptable behaviours from them, ask for an improvement plan from them. Just to see what they say
* Gambling - I am no expert but I DO know addictions are fueled by stress - mebbe the above will help you deal with this
* EA - see job change<hr /></blockquote>Job: thanks, but, no degree, no job. Not for the $$ I make now. (Degree is just more "unfinished business" to take care of in the next few years.) I have thought about the new job thingy. AIMOF, a few years back, I did leave my current employer as I did feel like I wasn't getting anywhere and getting stepped on, but that job left me with bank mergers, one right after another, and they moved their ops to CA--was offered a position, but not about to uproot family at the time (we had already done that for a year down by FM.)

Sons: I had actually written a Lease Agreement, but never showed it to brown and never gave it to them. I think your right, mate. (PS Funny (and not haha that their friend can come up with the rent, albeit a week late (who cares at this point) but they can't.)

Gambling: It simply comes down to: Do I want to be married or not? Regardless if it's a disease or disorder or whatever, I had to stop and continue to remain sober. Going well with that one.

EA: You're right again. That would resolve a bunch of things for brown. But brown would still work there. Last night brown was having a tough time dealing. I tried to console her; listen; reassure her; etc. It's something that will take time for her to heal, at her own pace. She still doesn't know what the OW looks like and due to her own security issues (which this obviously did not help, and I'm not trying to sound condescending), it eats at her daily, regardless of the trust and reassurance and safe enivironment I'm trying to create.

{sigh}

Actually, make that subtract three hours by the time the post went up. My D is NOT cooperating with taking her supps. AAARRRGGGGHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

{believer}
{mayor}
{RH}
{tt}

Agree: wine would be a very nice and approrpiate gesture.

I think you should take starz with you, btw!!!!

LINY -

Your boys will grow more responsible, and get to the point where you enjoy them. It just takes time. HOWEVER, they should respect the rules of the house.

Try the meeting thing. We sat down and everyone wrote down their grievances and we discussed them. It seemed to help, because they didn't like family meetings, so they straightened up some.

Congrats on the G thing. I still wish you would get into a support group. (Besides Idiotville)

Thanks folks, wine it will be. I cannot begin to contemplate catching up on about 6 pages of Idiotville. It's too late in Hong Kong. Hope you are all keeping well. Night night. TT

Is there an echo in here? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{Liny & Brown}}}}}

Liny,

What industry are you in?

Thanks for the kind words yesterday! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY, regarding your boys try this:

Snak a pail of warm water into their bedroomsas they sleep.

Slide one hand into the pail and leave it for a few minutes.

This is GUARANTEED to make a person take a leak in their sleep.

Sit back and snigger and see if said son says anything to you about it.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Yeah its cruel, but so is treating your home like a flop house <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You have some issues going on there mate.

Q. Where do you start eating an elephant ?
A. Anywhere but SOMEWHERE - one bite at a time !

Fix your job or your sons and other goodness will follow IME. You are reeling from the multi-frontal assault right now. Fix SOMETHING definitively matey.

See Peps 'conflict avoidance' thread.

{{{manly hugs}}}

my H and son are pheasant hunting right now, did you really HAVE to post that story about the hunting incident!!!!! ugh!!

Robby, I believe RIF is having some R&R, i think that means he got to go home, right?? not sure, but i do recall him saying something about some R&R coming up.

Happy Thanksgiving all you idiots, i don't post here often, i read some of it, it's IMPOSSIBLE to keep up!!!!

Hi, FL!!

Okay, regulars: Must run to town to pick up rolls from bakery, medicine from drugstore, and other things like mail package with baby blanket I made to a cousin who's about to be a grandma for the 1st time. Will see you guys later - chicken and dressing and a snowflake salad to make - will check in acouple of hours from now.

Bob- I'm so jealous!! In several different ways <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> Wish I were flying to the Keys right now. Wow.

I will be around off and on today and tomorrow. Then going to hill country on Fri for last trip to deer camp. (At least last trip this year. Don't know what will happen in my life between now and next year.)

See ya in a couple of hours!!

FL: Sorry about the link; your guys hunting pheasant should be ok. So few people hunt pheasant anymore. About the link, just goes to show there are idiots all over (didn't mean to imply your guys were idiots). Thanks for dropping by, you're welcome here anytime.

Starz: Snowflake salad? That sounds interesting. Good luck at deer camp, and keep your head up we're here for you.

Edited to remove my foot from my mouth <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ November 24, 2004, 09:22 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Bob- I'm so jealous!! In several different ways Wish I were flying to the Keys right now. Wow.

Starz I am so blessed I feel bad posting about it sometimes. *blush*

I can't believe how our lives have transformed in four/five months.

And yes we LOVE the keys at Christmas !

* heres the secret - I booked in , like, March so got flights for CENTS and we get a BIIIIG discount offa the accommodation as we stay wich Chuck and Susan every year.

Its a lovely part of America, and a lovely accommodation. I get to learn so many different people's stories staying there - the retired couple from Hells Kitchen, NY; the Mexican immigrants from Chicago; the Artist from SF, the ex-member of Strawberry Alarm Clock etc etc.

Sitting on the dock watching dolphins jump, and my kids play listening to different people's outworkings of the American dream...what a wonderful privileged Christmas that is.

And I know it.

And this year I'll go with my Baby who loves me TRULY and whom I love TRULY and the kids will have PROPERLY INTERACTING parents this year too.

See why I'm a little guilty to post ??

All blessings starz.

[ November 24, 2004, 09:19 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Now, bob, who the heck is gonna know Strawberry Alarm Clock, 'cept maybe me and de?!?!?

Bob, you had me laughing out loud--my D already thinks I'm crazy--think I just confirm that to her everytime I'm in Idiotville!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />What industry are you in?<hr /></blockquote>So, not only do you think I'm not funny, you ignore me too!!
Can't say specifically, but I'm a civil servant. I'll leave it at that for now.

I missed some hugs earlier:
{{{bob}}} (Or do I need an appointment cause ya got squid hanging all over ya!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )
{{{believer}}} Been delaying a sit-down for awhile. Actually, not me, my sons. Wondering...Would it be a good idea after T dinner? This way, they'll be so stuffed...maybe give 'em a beer...hmm...what do you guys think?
{{{FL}}}!!!!!!! We miss you!

Dang....I know I'm missing someone.

PS already posted to Avoiding Conflict....and Bob, surprised you of all people did not pick up on my "humour." (What was the thread...now, what was my post? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> )

If I don't get to everyone later, have a wonderful, peaceful, and blessed Thanksgiving!!!!!

{{{{Idiotville}}}}

We are too obscure in humour !

OF COURSE I noticed you avoided the conflict of even saying you avoided conflict by changing the topic !!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That why I posted my " butts kicked" line !

We are too wierd or subtle even for each other LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Squids not all soppy/teenaged crush all the time. She's ostly very measured but she takes me with harsh and desperate intent when the need overtakes her. Thank God ! LOL !

LMAO/ROFL!!!! You should see my D's expression!!! Tears are coming!!!!

[censored]!!! HA! Now there's a word I like but seldom use!!! (OK OK...don't misconstrue or look into that sentence too much, Idiots!)

Bloody, too. Wonder why that's never edited or bleeped etc but we all know what it means. No more zopniking. Bloody it is!

Now, bloody [censored]. Could be painful in more than one way! Boy, do I need some sleep!

As an englishman I can get away with shouting " [censored]!" or " bollocks" in neiman marcus without so much as a strange look from the shoppers !
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:

<blockquote>quote:<hr />What industry are you in?<hr /></blockquote>So, not only do you think I'm not funny, you ignore me too!!

<hr /></blockquote>Well, so!! If you were funny I wouldn't fall asleep reading your posts!! j/k

Sorry, I must have missed your extremely vague industry catergorizing in the past! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Civil Servant on the night shift?

Hmmm..

I know!!

Bus Driver!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

The wheels on the bus go 'round & 'round!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Can't say specifically, but I'm a civil servant. I'll leave it at that for now. <hr /></blockquote>For now??

WTF??

Like you'll be more content being a bus driver after the next shift!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Tokens please!

Just 'cuz I love ya Liny !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Love ya lots Liny !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think he might be a street sweeper <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now, who's more warped? You for actually having that link or me for actually sitting through the whole thing?!?!? (Love the Partridge Family bus.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> [censored]!!! .... but seldom used!!! ...Bloody, too. <hr /></blockquote>LINY: You poor soul, a seldom used bloody [censored], how does Brown put up with you?

J/K

[ November 24, 2004, 11:54 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Wow, not even three posts and I killed the thread.

Wishing everyone a Merry Thanksgiving!!! (Hey, were idiots, right?)

Yes Happy thanksgiving you American folks.

Well I'm drunk and its only seven thirty here.

Had a couple of bottles of wine between us and we're giggly and laughy ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Put the kids to bed soon I hope !!!!!!!

* hic *
tee hee !

Does it GET more idiotic that that ?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Guess not.

I can't drink wine as I get instant head aches from them for some reason.

LOL RH!!!
In my case (very Irish), I say "Wankee." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Getting ready for work now!

Well, errands took longer than expected. Then IB needed me to run home for something he forgot, then invited me to lunch. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Then two more errands and finally home to cook. Got to go now for a few minutes - cornbread to cook, hen to boil & bone - will check back in a little while.

RH Snowflake salad
1pkg lime jello
juice from 1 can (9oz) crushed pineapple
1 cup cottage cheese
1 tsp horseradish (if desired)
1/2 cup mayonnaise OR 1/2 cup whipped cream
1/4 cup chopped nuts

1. Combine jello and pineapple juice. Chill until slightly thickened.
2. Beat until frothy
3. Fold in pineapple, cottage cheese, mayonnaise or cream , horseradish and nuts.
4. Chill - may be molded.

My grandmother used to fix this - I just loved it.

HHHHeeeellllllllloooooo???????

Anybody out there? Hen is cooked, cornbread is done, salad is made. Going to bake cookies now. I guess someone rolled up the streets of Idiotville for Turkey day.

Oh, well, it's lonely everywhere, I guess.

Sounds lovely !

I'm just off to bed. These time zones are real conversation killers ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Night Night <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

starz -

I'm preparing for Thanksgiving too. Having turkey and mole, carne asada, dressing, refried beans, mashed potatoes, rice, candied sweet potatoes, green been bake, cranberries, and pies.

Got another letter from WH telling me what I could friend I am. YUCK, I filed it with all of the others.

Happy Thanksgiving (tomorrow) hehe!
I was TRYING to just pass it by, but my son asked if we could cook a chicken, so that is what we are doing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Chicken...Thanksgiving.
I guess I fit right in with idiotville!

Dani

Yeah - IB just came in and offered to chop all the vegetables for the dressing. He does that a lot. Took me to lunch today, too. Curly (OW) must be out of town.

Robby - roll those streets back down. Immediately, I say. Did you forget about the Thanksgiving day parade? I am building my float tonight. Since the waters have receded, I am ceasing construction on the ark and have transferred my energies to the float. Maybe I should have just put wheels on the ark. I am putting the S.W.A.T. team on top to make sure the streets are safe. We will be dressed in camo - have invited the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders to ride but haven't heard from them yet. They have the day off, don't they?

Check you later. (Stars wonders if anyone is out there, or is she talking to herself? Again.)

Hey Starz ... see you said "cheerleader" and here I am!!!!!

I feel really good tonight. I went to IC and discussed LINY and his new insights (w/ the A and G). *WE* (me and my therapist) think there is hope for LINY after all. I do like/love him allota bit!!!!

I also don't have to go to work in the A.M. Yeah!!!!!!

I was gonna make fudge to bring to SIL's for dessert ... but there's no evaporated milk .... and LINY won't be home until 12:00 am ... there won't be enough time. I'll bake a cake instead, oh well, I'm over it. LINY bought a 30lbs bird - oy!!! He'll have to put in at like 3:00 am.

Anyway - Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!!! Be safe and well (and be thankful for everthing and anything - God bless)

Brown

brown - Has the medicine kicked in yet for LINY? I think there is lots of hope for the two of you.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Has the medicine kicked in yet for LINY? <hr /></blockquote>Stopped the trazodone. Don't like medication, only take it when absolutely necessary. This stuff knocked the bloody he11 out of me. Not with a 3 yo. Can't do it. Also was bringing dreams to the conscious. Go figure. Not what I asked for to begin with. Wanted lexapro. Still taking wellbutrin.

Well, Happy Turkey day everyone!!

{{{Idiots}}}

Dani, welcome. But you still need a job. Did you know robby was mayor?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 Yes Happy thanksgiving you American folks. <hr /></blockquote>Happy Thanksgiving I-Ville (and you too Bob!)

About to head out to the chow hall for our traditional Thanksgiving Day meal...

Semper Fi!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> HAPPY THANKSGIVING IDIOTVILLE!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hello Mayor,

Happy Thanksgiving to you and all here in Idiotville.

Robby - are you still doing turkey potpie and tator tots? You are always welcome at our table. LINY bought a 30lbs. bird and I'll making like 15lbs of real potatoes and we've got a large bottle of whine (yes I said bottle and not jug) ......... Hum I don't know whatelse we'll being eating ......... I guess corn (LINY's favorite), candied yams, carrots, peas, and stuffing(s) (usually LINY's from the turkey and stove top). I'll make some bisquits and some homemade gravy too, I guess. I still have to bake that cake for SIL's. I could make some cookies too - I think I have some frozen dough - I better go get it out the freezer. So, if any of this sounds appealling - hop on a plane and head on up to Long Guyland - dinner is around 3:00pm. Oh and you will be required to say something that you are thankful for at dinner prayer. Okay??? See ya then.

Peace and love to all {{{IDIOTS}}} !!!

Brown

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> Happy Thanks-gimme Idiots! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

(Good morning, Mayor....and anyone else lurking about)

BP - Hope the hangover monster is not too hard on you this morning <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown,

Biscuts and gravy! Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

(I need to eat some breakfast...can you tell? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Happy Thanksgiving, and good morning!

PS - 30lb bird?!?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I hope it was fresh! It would take weeks to thaw that!!!

L.I.T - I only learned how to make gravy like 4 years ago - up until then it was Heintz in the jar <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> . Now, I've mastered it.

There are alot of things I still want to learn how to make - stew, homemade soup(s), and homemade gravy (or sauce for the non-italian-americans). One day, in my free time I'd like to go to a cooking class or two.

I do make some pretty interesting stuff when I do cook (which isn't very often - not alot of time or need - since LINY isn't home for dinner and the boys are hardly ever around). There are never ever any leftovers when I do cook (I don't really think it's b/c the food is sooooo good. It's b/c I don't feed them for like 3 days b/f I cook <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ).

Anyway, L.I.T enjoy your breakfast and your day

Brown

[ November 25, 2004, 09:12 AM: Message edited by: brown ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It's b/c I don't feed them for like 3 days b/f I cook <hr /></blockquote>ROTFL!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You and LINY have a great turkey day!!!!!!!

OMG!!!!!!

I just had the BEST french toast....homemade french bread dipped in egg/milk....then sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar while frying in the pan!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Sugar high!!!!!!!

PS - Today I am thankful for SUN! The first SUN in 2 weeks! How bout you, starz!

BP - Hope the hangover monster is not too hard on you this morning

LIT I felt a bit out of sorts but nowhere near as bad as I deserved !

Was nice to be giggly drunk with my Squid though! Never thought that would happen again !

First time I've been mildly drunk since my 'car' incident a few months ago.

Didn't take a lot to make me giggle I must say !

Thats me done now with drinking until I get to Florida <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Happy Thanksgiving!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And for Bob and . (and dang, I know there's some other idiot...) Have a day!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Was nice to be giggly drunk <hr /></blockquote>Bob! You lush, you!

Welp, time to finish up on cooking! See you all later!

(And anyone that will be "alone", we will pray for you--we always do. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

LINY (& brown)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Happy Thanksgiving!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And for Bob and . (and dang, I know there's some other idiot...) Have a day!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Was nice to be giggly drunk <hr /></blockquote>Bob! You lush, you!

Welp, time to finish up on cooking! See you all later!

(And anyone that will be "alone", we will pray for you--we always do. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

LINY (& brown) <hr /></blockquote>Now, don't I feel like the girlish one?!?!?

Forgot brown never signed off...whoops!

Well, her sentiment is the same as in the above.

God bless!

Yes, I am thankful for the sun. We had a FROST last night !!!

Thankful my S is with us still.

Thankful IB is hanging around all day so far - she must be out of town.

Thankful my mom and his mom are well enough to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Thankful his family is all here for the holiday. Besides my mom and son, his family is all the family I have. Oh, I have some cousins but most of them don't live around here.

Thankful I have had the honor of being married for 33 years.

Thankful I have a good job and can support myself if necessary. (Thank you, Daddy)

Thankful we have plenty to eat, when others sometimes don't.

Thankful that I am a strong woman who can face whatever comes, and rise above all obstacles, both physical and mental, even though I long to be weak and lean on others, I just can't.

Thankful for Jesus Christ, and the hope I have for eternal life.

Thankful for my Idiotville friends, who don't complain when I'm having a bad day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Happy turkey day. I'll stick around for a little while, I think. Must go finish cooking and getting dressed. Will check in this evening again.

One more thing - Just went outside to son's truck. We gave him satellite radio for Christmas last year. On Sirius Satellite Radio station 16 (I think) they are playing "Alice's Restaurant" all day long. What a kick - for those of you too young to know this piece, it's Arlo Guthrie's war protest song which is partly sung, partly spoken, and the story of how he avoided being drafted during the Vietnam war. It's set at Thanksgiving, and particularly funny. Very long and convoluted story, and I could listen to it over and over. Anytime today you can tune in and hear it as many times as you would like. So the three of us went out in the yard and sang along. What fun.\

Oh, well, just thought I would share this.

Squid lost a friend today. A noble ex karate champion who subsequently had a hard life. He was struck with polio and lost his physicality, then his horrible W stole his money and his heart to leave him abandoned and heartbroken.

He had just found happiness with someone new and planned to marry her when struck with Cancer.

He died this morning. He was not a beleiver which adds a new level of sadness to us.

Squid is sad tonight so I took the family bowling.
Squid won ! We had a lovely time the kid are SOOO tired now they're going to bed early.

Squid was loving, affectionate, appreciative.

She said " I thought I'd thrown all this away, baby. THANK you. THANK GOD".

A lovely night. At such times I recall and pray for all of the folks who are still here we have been - in that dark hopeless, loveless place.

Father God I pray you work out your plan for these your children's happiness as soon as works.

Let them know the safety of a loving family: of repentence and forgiveness.

Let them come to you and know your Grace Lord Jesus.

Amen.
I love you all, I really do. And I care for you. And we will SURELY have more down times, but tonight I am a kind, and Squid is a queen, blessed by God.

Happy thanksgiving everyone.

[ November 25, 2004, 01:47 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

RH Checking in.

Happy Thanksgiving all.

Amen to Starz thanks.

Bob, I think you have the most dramatic life of anyone I've ever known. Hopefully, this loss will bring Squid closer to you AND help in recovery.

Night all and {{{{{hugs}}}}} to all!

Well, another Turkey day done with. We had a nice Thanksgiving with family. Packing now to go to deer camp tomorrow a.m. Looking forward to a couple of days in the hill country. Must come home with meat, I am told. S says I must kill 2 this weekend. Have packed 2 bullets. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hope everyone's turkey was good (or pot pie) and that you had some pie to go with it. See you guys on Monday, I guess, as I have no internet at the camp. That's what we call roughing it. I will probably have 20 pages to read on Monday. See you then, I guess. I'll miss you guys.

Gobble, bobble, {burp}.

Hey Idiots.

Nice dinner...went to sister's for dessert--evryone but mom and bro from WA left. Oh well. (It's been a long battle with my siblings to have them understand I WORK N/S!!!! At times, they still call me (even before 3yo D born) at like 8 in the AM. Wahtever!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 S says I must kill 2 this weekend. Have packed 2 bullets.<hr /></blockquote>Deer, starz, deer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Squid lost a friend today. A noble ex karate champion who subsequently had a hard life. He was struck with polio and lost his physicality, then his horrible W stole his money and his heart to leave him abandoned and heartbroken.

He had just found happiness with someone new and planned to marry her when struck with Cancer.

He died this morning. <hr /></blockquote>So sorry, Bob. Sorta puts things into perspective.

Robby and all else: Have PLENTY of leftovers. Feel free to come on over. BYOWB. (Bring Your Own Wonder Bread.)

Take care all.

There is no threadjacking in Idiotville, so here goes.

Bob: I remember posting my first thread on MB. I knew I was a real [censored] remembering what I wrote, but brown resurrected it (and sincerely glad she did) and, well, confirmed that I really was a pompous, know-it-all pr!ck, now wasn't I? (In case Pat does some editing: Bloody [censored].)

It's Idiotville, so I'll make it short. I just reread your own resurrected thread. I know you wrote that "only" a month ago, but you validated something for me today that I have been having a problem with: you validated that so much progress can be done in a short amount of time. This came up in one of our conversations that I had with brown the other day: so much progress has been done (and seen), yet it seems like we (in particular me) are continually being "tested". So far, so good, but it's work. I'm not kidding myself any more. But, it's also all worth it!

Just wanted to say thanks to you too. Completely agree with FH. However, you are an inspiration, much like believer is, to the human element.

Oh, and one more thing...
<blockquote>quote:<hr />And if I can EVER help any of you, do not hesitiate to ask.<hr /></blockquote>I'm sure there will be a time. (You already are, but I'll think of something more specific!) And I'll make you eat these words! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

And since I'm having this dialogue with you now, a special prayer for FM today. I know he hasn't posted in awhile and the two of you really have a special place with me, especially considering we all began on MB within the same week. So far, Marriage 2, Fog 1. *BUT* better men 3, lost souls 0. He's a good man--better and stronger than I could be--and he doesn't deserve this. Much like I really don't deserve to have this opportunity with brown. So, FM, if you are lurking, know that you are an inspiration and continually on our minds and in our prayers.

Thanks, Bob.

Thank you all my Idiot friends.

Thank you Brown.

Thank you, Lord.

Happy thanksgiving Idiots. BTW LINY I'm the other idiot who you couldn't remember doesn't celebrate thanksgiving in their country - and there's Tummytuck as well.

I was all set to post a wonderfully articulate post to someone <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> but I always kill threads so here I am back at Idiotville where it doesn't matter if you kill it off for a while.

LINY it's funny you say you sounded like a pompous pr**k in your first post because I had the nerve to call my first post "how my BS lifted the fog" and it was posted when I was so thick in the pea soup I'm surprised I could breathe. And that was in February this year.

But there you go. Things do move very fast when they start moving.

I was going to say something in this post that was breathtakingly deep but I've completely forgotten what it was. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen

{ahem}
<blockquote>quote:<hr />And for Bob and . <hr /></blockquote>How--HOW could I ever forget you, .?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
(Did you think I was kidding when I declared your new name being "."?!?!? I'm not funny, don't forget! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

I think TT is American but in the Far East, right? TT...where are you?!?!?

., by being here is deep enough. By coming as far as we have, is deep enough. By your actions now, in your M, so desparately trying to rebuild your M and you, is deep enough.

{{{.}}}

TT is English - she's said it quite a few times.

LINY I can't believe you don't know where . lives.

Robby takes great pleasure in teasing me about it constantly. Our total population is 4 million and we have twice as many sheep.

I'm a New Zealander (from New Zealand obviously) which most Americans had never heard of until the America's Cup and Lord of the Rings. And we still get confused with Australia all the time - which is like calling an American a Canadian.

.

OK, . , I gave you the opp for the 1700th post, but, too slow on the keyboard! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Have a great day, and to all of my friends in Idiotville, have a great Friday and weekend!

KY (not sure of when you said you'd be getting back), but I promise I will write to you and ST over the weekend! (May have to go into work Sat., but I *will* respond!)

Good grief, are we up to 1700 already.

Well, I got the 1700 and something post so that should be worth something. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BTW already Friday night here, just to confuse you.

OK, I'm feeling sheepish! I guess you're alittle quicker than I thought! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

. , reread my post! I KNOW you are from NZ!!! Even mentioned it in a few of my posts!

Hmmmm....bands from NZ...Split Enz/Crowded House. And I think a punk ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) band called the Dolls, not to be confused with the New York Dolls, of course! That's all I could come up with! What do you do for music?!?!?!?!?

I can NOT get these TZ's down! Between you, Bob, RIF, TT....OI!

Oh, and I think The Church is from NZ. There or Australia.

Well, in that case, why don't you start your weekend early?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Have a great weekend .!!!!!!

LINY, we love Crowded House/Split Enz. The Finn boys are HEROES in NZ.

We listen to the Stones, all the old Blues guys (Robert Johnson etc), Fleetwood Mac (before the girls) although I like the girls, the Who - all the old (good, not bubblegum) 70s stuff.

Can't you tell we're REALLY old? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

My son plays in a straight edge band. Straight edge I think began in NY. When son's favourite band (Sick of it all - don't you love the names) was here they asked him if he'd like to be a stage techie for them in the States. But love of his life (a lovely, lovely girl) is here doing pre-med school so here he stays, living with us and freeloading to beat the band.

.

Burp !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Charming!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

EEEEWWWWWWW! {waving hand/arm profusely}

Turkey pot pie burps are the worst!!!

How are you Mr. Mayor?!?!?!?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />(Sick of it all - don't you love the names)<hr /></blockquote>Do I dare give you some of the names of bands that my sons have been in?!?!?!?

Eeewwww indeed. And he's just burped and left us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Typical. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can imagine the names. Son's latest one is Evil Priest which I DO NOT APPROVE OF!!!!!

.

Hi I-ville!

Just checking in with the night crew... Hey KiwiJ, Hey LINY & Brown, Hey Mr. Mayor... has everyone recovered from their turkey dinner yet?

Son and H have just arrived home. DS is working in our shop 1 day a week which is a GOOD thing.

So, that's me out of here.

See ya Idiots. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

.

One more post to say hi to RIF.

No turkey here RIF, chilli tonight when I get away from the computer - but we do have turkey at Christmas.

Jen

Hey RIF!!!

Sorry . , I got sidetracked reading this dilemma/soap opera/sit from TA. Seems to be creating a stir (mainly in In Recovery.) I want to say WTF?, but don't want to be judgemental. I'm very detail oriented and fact is, there are alot of inconsistencies in his story. Gotta go with KB there. (The one that stood in my mind the most is that he's gone to Catholic school, but never read a bible. HUH?!?!?!?.) Whatever the reason he is here for, however you slice it, he is a very troubled person.

RIF, take it easy. A special "Thanks" to you on this Thanksgiving Day!

LINY, I've given up on the TA thing.

BTW I'm back. Son has gone out, H doesn't mind me having some computer time.

Too inconsisent for me. What really got me was when he said he was a financial planner and could help anyone on the board. And that was just after he said how devastated he was by his w. None of it adds up.

WTF indeed.

Jen

LIT, I saw you. You lurked and didn't post.

That is against all Idiot rules and regulations and I will be having a very high powered meeting with the Mayor tomorrow to discuss this subversive behaviour of yours. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Has anyone else noticed that new people come and have a look at Idiotville as soon as they arrive on the board. Whatever do you think they think.

"Who ARE these people" I should imagine.

Jen

Legal edit for bad language. Sorry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

[ November 26, 2004, 01:38 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Hey my little .'s new mother <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I read about LINY's comment on TA, and I went to check the thread. I thought there might be another update or inconsistency since the last "round" he endured......wanted to see, since I posted to him this morning...

Still trying to make my own judgement....my gut tells me to be cautious <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Anyway, it's actually 1:48am here.....had an interesting night with my childhood friend's brother (spend T-day at their house - friend was not there, but they have been a 2nd family to me for years).

Brother decided to confess his love for me tonight. Very uncomfortable. I told him I was not in any position to date, think about dating, or even remotely entertain the idea of thinking about dating. I told him I was grieving my M, and that I must go through that. Of course, his reply was "forget that loser" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Just turned out to be a very odd night.

Hope everyone had lots of food, happiness, and love today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Gosh LIT, did you know the friend's brother felt like that about you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

My DD (24) has a new theory about men which is a tad on the cynical side.

I've pointed out to her that neither her brother nor her father are "typical" men and, I hasten to add, neither are the men on this board.

Jen

About 10 years ago (prior to my dating STBX), Friend's brother came home drunk, and said he "liked" me. But then the next day, he said that he didn't really feel that way - was just drunk.

He never said anything again all these years, so I just dismissed it as what he said. I am pretty sure he was drunk again tonight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> So I'm not really sure how real it was, but he gave me a 20 minute confession of his feelings. I do care about him, but only in a brotherly way. Ugh. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Just don't really know how to handle him. I just tried to be honest.....in hopes that he would understand.

Apparently he hasn't gotten the message, as he just called again now...2:07am, and he called. I chose not to anser....

Ick. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think I will head to bed. Good night Kiwi! Good night my little "."!

Good night Idiotville!

Hey L.I.T, KiwiJ, & LINY...

not much new here... 16 more days 'till I fly home for R&R!

I haven't posted to TA... I just don't think he's real... I noticed where he'd deleted all of his previous posts up to a point (mainly where he described his 1.5 million dollar home and all of his other goodies). Usually, if I don't have something nice to say, I just keep my mouth shut!

Hope everyone is doing well this evening...

recovering H said:

Bob, I think you have the most dramatic life of anyone I've ever known.

Y'know RH my life up to the point where my Squid chose the dark side was wonderfully and pleasantly free of soap opera. Drama , yes: adventure: YES , butno soap opera.

Yet this short but intense walk out of teh fire has certainly had its unfair share of soap opera.

I was telling a music producer friend of mine about it and he wrote and produced a song about us ( " talking in your sleep ")which may appear on one of his acts albums in the new year !!

Our story is genuinely dramatic with love, sex faith and death, tragedy and happiness all over it.Maybe it would make a short story someday. I'd only need to change the names !

Walking thorugh it has been a bit surreal to be honest - my level of deliberate detachment during plan A meant I wasn't as phased by some of the wierdness as perhaps I would normally have been.

All this wierdness has been woven by God into a Labyrinth of NC and recovery however. I can see that from where I stand now.

* LINY - good can happen fast its true. As just reported my gig has been SO wierd perhaps not many lessons can be taken from it.

All I would say is that consistency of good intent and brave actions performed in love and faith work best for everyone. All that is better than clever or whatever. ((((LINY)))

Did someone mention the Finn Brothers?

We just went to see them here in London (UK) - they were every bit as good as last time when it was Neil on his own. And Tim is still doing his mad Split Enz stuff on stage.

I am the BIGGEST fan (as you can tell from my user-name!). I have every album - even have the solo album Tim made after Enz split up - and that takes real fanship, as it was pretty awful.

Whenever we go to see them, it feels as every Kiwi in England is there to say hello!

(The real) TA

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> (The real) TA <hr /></blockquote>Hey TogetherAlone - of course I wasn't referring to you!!!

So this is where all the you people hang out??

Believer told me I should drop in but with the house cleaning, washing, ironing, gardening, and this @#^%$#$^^% virus or whatever it is , â€˜cuse another little puke just to show its still there, yuck, too much info huh, anyway its early evening here and probably early morning in the States.

Headaches, nausea, blocked nose & feeling worn out all the timeâ€¦. Yep, I guess I am a at home housewife again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well glad I didnâ€™t have to worry about cooking Turkey, we of course donâ€™t celebrate Thanksgiving in Australia, thatâ€™s for Christmas along with the Hams, Pork, lamb, fish, steak and snaggers I have to cook on Christmas Day and I have a hard enough time cooking anything right now without turning green.

Daughter & her girlfriends arrived not long ago and said they would cook me dinner. Sweeties all of them, of course I was expecting Spam out of the can and toast but Iâ€™m been surprised, Iâ€™m getting Souvlaki in freshly cooked flat bread â€¦yum I think I could get used to being cooked for.

So there I am being quietly contented listening to the girls talk about men while preparing the meal.
Wow are they cynical or what and only 18!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Men only want one thing, men are creeps, men freak out if you even hint at the C word, men are SO immature... crikey ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
Couldnâ€™t be any of the guys here at least. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DD explaining how its like getting blood out of a stone to have her Knight in Shining armour say ILY's, reckons if she dresses as a 2 door Monaro she'd have him eating out of her hands...ah, from the mouths of babes.......heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ November 26, 2004, 07:25 AM: Message edited by: aussieswife ]

Ok AW... I know what Spam is... but what the heck is a SNAGGER???? Is that some kind of fish???

Ok RIF

snagger is a pretty famous Aussie BBQ food, its also useful for describing some people, we say they are 'a snagger short of a Barbie,' thats means thay are crazy.

The snagger is a sausage, usually pork, beef or chicken, though I have been known to cook a Emu and a Croc snagger as well.

sounds like Boudin... it's a sausage/rice filled bratwurst thingy that I learned about when we first moved to Louisiana...

Only problem is that when you try to grill 'em, they usually bust open and spill rice and meat all over the grill!

AW -

You will fit in just fine here - we are all a snagger short of a Barbie.

Robby is the mayor, and you have to get a job. We have a town attorney general, a sniper, a warden (me), an education specialist, a bartender, an exterminator and cook, and I forget the rest.

We need a mental health worker - they keep quitting.

What are you best at?

Oh there are few ways to do that RIF but the traditional snagger is just meat, nothing fancy, of course the blokes JUST have to do the BBQ, its an Aussie tradition in itself, and if I see them buying a slab of beer I usually buy twice the amount of food because you know how religious guys get after drinking a slab of beer...... all those burnt offerings.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning Idiotville!

Welcome Aussieswife! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby is the mayor <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Trying to decide what I want for breakfast.....
choices are:

1) Pecan Pie
2) Pumpkin Pie
3) Yellow cake
4) French Toast
5) Waffles
6) Sugar cookies with chocolate chips and M&Ms

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> No, I don't like sugar at all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Ugh. No sun again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

That's all I have to say in this post.

RIF
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Boudin... it's a sausage/rice filled bratwurst thingy that I learned about when we first moved to Louisiana...
<hr /></blockquote>We sometimes drive a couple of hours east to Shreveport just to get boudin.....soooooooooo good! We had to do without when we lived a year in DC.....without boudin, crawfish, etouffe.....it was tough <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

L.I.T. I hope you went for the pecan pie or the pumpkin pie. The rest you can have anytime of year. I'm British and have just been introduced to pumpkin pie by my US friend. YUM YUM YUM! TT

TT <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

"Pun-kin pie is guud" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Spoken in true Texas slang <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It was made with real pumpkin, too - not just canned. With some homemade whipped cream on top, you can't beat it!

I'm trying to be a little "good" and eating some green beans before I delve into my sugar heaven!

(was thinking of the pumpkin....save the pecan for later <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

We had green beans too. My friend's pumpkin pie was also homemade with freshly whipped cream. I hate cooking but I love home cooked food. Where's the logic in that. I think I would love America. So much excess <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So much excess <hr /></blockquote>I resemble that remark! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Speaking of excess....going to a friends to watch all three of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy! Bringing macaroni and cheese, cookies, Ben and Jerry's ice cream, and she is making soup! We agreed to each wear expandable pants <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

God, my life revolves around food <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I should change my sig line:
Live to eat....don't eat to live.

trTA & AW: Welcome to Idiotville. No Lurking--you MUST post (or I'll sue you) and Robby is the Mayor!

trTA-One of my most prized vinyl albums is a lazer etching album from Split Enz. Good to hear they're still around!

LIT-no advice on that sit you had. A bit different from the thread a few days ago, as you knew this guy before you were married. However, will still quote GC and his response: "opportunist."
Have a great time at your movie fest!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />So there I am being quietly contented listening to the girls talk about men while preparing the meal.
Wow are they cynical or what and only 18!!
Men only want one thing, men are creeps, men freak out if you even hint at the C word, men are SO immature... crikey ... <hr /></blockquote>I had so much to write, I forgot who posted this. (I know . had started with her D.) However, as a dad of 2 D's, it sheds light that my "work" may be a little easier as they grow up if all teenage girls think this way! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

. that was very kind of you to say! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF- hang in their buddy! 16 days!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Everyone have a great weekend!!
(. you have a great rest of the weekend!)

I have to go but will check back later. Can someone please tell me how to get very old posts (over the 50 that it gives you to view Recent Posts" please?)

Thanks!!

Hullo fellow loonies ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I hope you all had a blessed Thanksgiving.

I took the day off work today and went Chritsms shopping with Squid. Cost me an arm and a leg, but I kept my humour up ! In truth it was lovely to spend the day with her. I am still really touched when she seeks out my hand to hold while we walk.

We bought all the 'second row' gifts now - i.e. everyone but Each other and kids. * gulp*. Lotta money. LOADSA gifts !

Also got my 7 YO son a HUGE RC monster truck with pimpin' spinning hubcaps !

And 12 YO DD her first guitar ( shes a crazed Avril Lavigne, Busted and Franz Ferdinand fan !)

She will ADORE that ! I still remember my first guitar. I strapped it on aged 10 and felt like I had pulled the sword from the stone.

Wonderful. * Grin!*

I have no idea what to get Squid for real. I mean I still want to arrange for a gift to be waiting for her at our holiday apartment in the keys but I dunno what to get her.

'Stuff' seems a bit lame after all we've been through.

Well I do have an idea but its a biggie and I need to think long and hard about it before I give her that. Hmm. Scary...

We may be setting up in business next year too ! Squid wants to return to paid work as we discussed and she thinks too much time on her hands AND a dislike of being defined as a SAHM contributed to her A. She wants to qualify as a driving instructor and work for herself !

I told her honestly that I still had trust issues over that, and that I felt she might be doing it so she is fearful that I may kick her our OR maybe that she has hopes of rekindling with that old wasterl OM if she had independent income.
She told me point blank that she would pay all money into my checking account if I wanted and list all accounts and assets in my name to show she trusts me and wants to be with me.

BIG stuff from Squid !

Much to process.

Anyway I know idiotville doesn't have a driving instructor, mebbe Squid could get THAT job as a reason to sign in here ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi LINY

wasn't lurkin not really it wasn't me.

I was watching our Aussie Rugby team get beaten....... damn French umpires .. all the Aussie players did was to hit a few French players and they went & cried to the umpires ...then penalty shots bunch of big sissies.

Oh that was my girls speaking about the men, well their men anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
And yes you will still need to worry about your daughters in the teen years and dating. I suggest you start to sharpen the kitchen knives when the young fellas come around, short of dampens their arder when they see you with that big carving knife! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I mean where are the forceful young independent women we keep hearing about?? Every time my DD's Knight in Shining armour wiggles his little finger she jumps...totally pathetic .. no matter what she says.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ November 26, 2004, 01:11 PM: Message edited by: aussieswife ]

AW never mind U can see the Wallabies beat England on Saturday !

I only hope we put on a better show that we did in your back garden in the summer. That was pathetic.

We did good against the Boks last week but the Aussies always crank up a gear for the English ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hiya Bob

Yeah I suppose we do, but we LOVE beating the French!!!

But we will have some players back so thats good.
I'm going to have a really hard time though, the Wallaby's Vs England or the Tri Nations finals, whats a girl gonna do??

Idiot Video!!! heh heh

Everybody loves beating the French AW !

Once I was on tour in SW France with my old rugby club. Every team we played used to unclog their noses on us to disrespect us and make us give away penalties. * gag!*

I never liked French rugby since, no matter how inspirationally they can play sometimes.

PS yes I got sent off, but I doubt that Blind Side Flanker from Pau is on solid food again yet, twenty years later <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

What a hard call Bob!

I mean it's well within the rules of the game, well my rules anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

of course I'm still living down Aussies behaviour some years ago when he decked the Navy's Team Captain over a comment on him being a left of right hooker. Ooo it must of broken the guys nose, big splat blood all over the place and then Aussie had the cheek to demand the umpire enforce the blood rule!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I think the Army only had about 6 players left after the send offs. lol

[ November 26, 2004, 01:50 PM: Message edited by: aussieswife ]

Hi everyone !

LIY - Go to search and type in the member number. Then you will get lots more history.

Gotta get back to work. Bye!

Of course you know Bob EVERYONE who is not familiar with Rugby is going to be asking about the 'HOOKER' now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Of course you know Bob EVERYONE who is not familiar with Rugby is going to be asking about the 'HOOKER' now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I have a favourite tee shirt that says " support your local Hooker - play Rugby ! " <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> Ps Steve Thompson, England's hooker is awful isn;t he? A good balll carrier he just can't chuck the pill straight. * tsk *.

Excuuuuuuuuse me, I believe there is a rugby discussion going on here and the All Blacks have not been mentioned once.

Wallabies, I laugh, hah. England, I laugh, hah. The boks - well, maybe I don't laugh. To tell you the truth I haven't been keeping up this year and I've a feeling we're not doing too well.

BTW, hi, AW, I just LOVE your posts to people. They are so well thought out and always helpful.

Jen aka .

Hiya Jen !!!Nope haven't mentioned the all blacks, nor done a haka yet tonight ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Regarding A-B quiality recently you do know Wales took them within a single point last weekend don't ya ? * gulp *

Hi Jen

thanks for the kind words Jen just hope I can help one or two people, keep the circle going so to speak.
You know I should be in bed but I stay up because its only like 11.20pm in Iraq and well, you know he MIGHT just ring,,,yeah sure ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

But the All Blacks?? pardon me fell off the chair laughing heh heh heh, but dont despair your Tri Nations team is doing ok <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You know that I support them when they play the Boks, or England - sorry Bob but they are cousins - and the French, well I will now support anyone who plays the French after their big hissy fit.

AW, LOL about you falling off the chair laughing.

I also understood every word you said about snaggers and suchlike. LOL. I translate before I post and I've noticed Bob does that too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Jen you're right i DO translate ! I work with so many nationalities that I get used to communicating in CNN and "Friends" English ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Incidently Jen...Squids doing really well. WE are doing REALLY well.

Our talks are at night not in the morning like yours though ! :)I wish she'd talk with you or one of the fine folks who have walked her path before successfully...but she won't..not yet.

But shes doing great. And life isn't bad right now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Bob, Squid does sound like she's really getting it and I would love to talk to her. I never feel I'm as articulate as, say, AW or Knewbetter or Jelly but I've walked the talk so I guess I could be of some help.

When you first told the "squid" story I had to laugh because my H said soon after d-day he thought my brain was like a bucket of squid. That sounds awful but we were both laughing. I said his brain was a very neat little hamster running around on it's wheel.

Jen

sometimes jen I type without thinking about much, hey I do that when I talk as well.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But Moms in trouble right now. DD woke up because I had the Sat TV on and has given Mom a lecture about staying up all night, not being well and not looking after myself...sigh and here I thought that after 18 yrs I could at LEAST stay up all night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

So I'm going to bed as she has just gone and made it up for me, hey maybe I can have icecream before I go to sleep?? sort of feel peckish but then I just bring it up. I hate being sick.

Ok Ok I'm going to be a good girl and have some sleep ..night all. or good morning or whatever

What is all this stuff they are talking about? Hey the other side of the world is taking over Idiotville! HELP!

Believer, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Funny thing is it makes perfect sense to us. LOL.

Where IS our Mayor?

And where's Jelly and ST?

And I saw Fraggles lurking. She closed the bar umpteen pages ago and has never been back to open it again. We're dying of thirst here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

We probably wore her out, and didn't tip enough.

The anger management specialist only lasted a day - then LINY ran her off.

Welcome Aussieswife, TogetherAlone and I know there is someone else I'm missing. I guess I wouldn't be an idiot if I didn't.

Happy Day after Thanksgiving. Whew! 6 pages to catch up on. Snaggers and all.

cool. see ya later

Hi RH.

Believer, you make me LOL. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just so you know RH, you haven't killed the thread, I've been doing little else today but reading MB and it's time I actually did some work around the place. (Saturday chores).

Jen

Good Morning/Evening I-ville!

Never watched much rugby but I do enjoy watching Austrailian Rules Football...

The guys in the little white coats and hats look really cool when they wave their little flags after a goal... he he he...

Hi RIF - Hope all is well with you. Looks like the night shift is going to take over Idiotville.

Hi Believer! How's it going?

I'm all ready for the night shift.... anyone seen LINY?

14 days and counting!!!

RIF -

The day shift people seem to have taken a little break. I'm having a leftovers - a turkey sandwich with dressing and cranberries. Yum.

Blessings to you and the rest of the warfighters.

Hey I-ville nightshift...

Just thought that I'd make my 900th post here!!!

Where is everyone?

The nightshift??? boy are you people on the wrong side of the globe..heh heh heh 11.30 in the morning here and I don't have to do ANY housework all weekend because my DD & friends have said they will do it for the 'old cheese' ..old I tell you!!

Men with cute little flags Humpf just you wait RIF ...lol
'Aussie rules' - he he 'Aussie rules' in his dreams mate LMAO - is a highly skillful game & is even faster than soccer.
Only trouble is the football oval has to be so big that no one but the Irish want to have a crack at it.
The gridiron, you know that game of 'stop & go' he he he, used to play that at college but the boys said we were too rough ..lol heh heh so had to do hockey instead.
Did you know you can be sent off the hockey field for just hitting the opposition with your stick??
Hey this can be my job in I- ville, international sports commentator..WOO HOO

... cricket, tennis, golf if you INSIST, lawn bowls for the more sedate & skillful of us here, footy, RUGBY all the time - that's League & Union codes, baseball if you make me, basket ball yeah baby, ok ok ok American Football on protest - how can you enjoy stop & go???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW - I think you've found your niche here. Some of the Idiotville folks go on and on about sports.

hey believer

how r you?

yep I think sports is it!

Starting off right now International cricket..Australia 466 runs for 6 wickets (thats batsmen) in the 1st innings Vs New Zealand - NZ bowling ...sorry jen .. but if you dare beat us from this position I'm going to take my bat & ball & go home...lol

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Did you know you can be sent off the hockey field for just hitting the opposition with your stick?? <hr /></blockquote>ha ha ha ha...

Hey Mr. Mayor, don't give AW any hockey sticks OK???

hey RIF

did you know that hockey is derived from medeival games, one from the area of the world you are now in??

See the tribes in the North used to cut of the heads of their enemies and use that for the ball. They also played that game on horseback, of course Rugby is supposed to be a offshoot as well using the pigskin aka head, my we have savage ancestors.

of course I wouldn't hurt a fly ... unless you have the ball & are in my way..he he he

hockey 1, hockey 2, hockey 3 ,, WHACK

Hey AW -

Where do you guys get ice down in Australia??? I didn't know that hockey was a big sport down there...

well being inventive sorts we play on a hockey field not ice hockey. Aussies have been world champs for a few years in womens hockey, and we got gold at olympics.. aussie aussie OI OI OI..he he he

no helmets, or padding- except for the goalie - only shin guards... lots of broken noses and fingers, legs but thats the risk of sports isn't it? heh heh

Aussie though made me stop when I was pregggers with John boy though. Big bully. I mean I'm not exactly a cotton wool dolly you know and we dont fall apart with a bit of pushing & shoving.. he guilted me out though...lol

Cricket update..Australia 7 wickets for 565 runs 1st innings of Test Match Aust Vs NZ.

If I knew it wouldn't make me sick I'd have a beer and some peanuts, but it would so I won't.

Idiots!!

RIF--LOL--always wondered about those little guys! Less than two weeks!!!!!!

AW--knock it off with the Irish, eh? Or I'll take that flat bat of yours, along with your stick that looks like it could be used for a midget being pulled off the stage of a side show, and your pea (you know? that white oval looking thing?) and, and....run like he11!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How r u, AW? Glad you stuck around! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

. and believer...I resemble those comments!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Also got my 7 YO son a HUGE RC monster truck with pimpin' spinning hubcaps !<hr /></blockquote>LMAO!!!!! I had a visual of you actually "saying" that!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well, just chckin' in. Going back and forth if I post or not. Something caught my eye, and, well, I'm surprised none of the seasoned MB'ers haven't mentioned it. It's just a key word for me and my/our recovery.

Anyway, game on!

Hey LINY mate !

You eatin' that Elephant yet ?

Also ordered Katie ( my 11YO ) her first guitar ! its a 3/4 scale acoustic with a groovy sticker kit to attach !

If/ehn she can hold down three chords I'l either give her one of my guitars or buy her an electric.

RAWK and ROLL !

incidentally - we went to see the Human League live a while back. REALLY good ! I last saw them supporting New Order back in '86.

Great pop music but not enough geetars for me.the twang 's the thang.

* ps didn;t catch your trigger LINY, U'll cope with it mate.

Hey LINY - How's it going?

Bob - didn't know you were a guitar picker too! I've got a Martin that I play around with... helps pass some of the time over here...

Haven't even begun to think about Christmas presents yet... 17 y/o daughter wants a car... 9 y/o daughter wants cooking stuff... not sure what 7 y/o daughter wants... I'm sure I'll be making lots of trips to the mall! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF! How cool, bro?!?!? You got the 1776th post! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> (Sorry Bob--BUT we are great pals now--and both dislike the French. Rugby, of course! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />* ps didn;t catch your trigger LINY, U'll cope with it mate.<hr /></blockquote>Bob, I am an Idiot AND very tired. You lost me mate! (And, no elephants...Just this bloody gorilla!)

Alright...Going for my third Mike's hard lime. Yum....!

(Bob: Was it your post a few pages ago? My "revelation?")

Hi Rif !!

Yep, played guitar pretty badly since I was ten. LOVE it.
Couldnever afford a martin ( wow!) but I have an old Gibson jumbo from the sixties that I play at home and a nice but soulless Yamaha that I gig with.I have a few electrics too, my favourit ebeing a 1978 les paul standard, made from swamp wood in kalamazoo.
Its here my nickname came from , playing the guitar ! I used to audition with pieces from Bob Dylan and Bob Mould at a time when everybody wanted to be either Eddie Van halen or the Sex pistols ! I got a nick for being " pure bob" dylan or "pure bob" mould ! ta daaaaaaa ! Now you know.

Clock's ticking RIF. Tell you what I don;t expect many posts from YOU over Christmas !!!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY I assumed this :
It's just a key word for me and my/our recovery.
meant you copped a trigger.

regarding easting elephants I windered if you had any one of your challenges whipped yet 'stead of taking bites out of all of them.

I only posted that in case you're like me : I fight best on one front at a time - Don't want to be Hitler when he chose to take on the allies and the russians at the same time !I try to nock down one domino and see how many others drop as a result! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bob - I've got the "lower end" Martin... he he he.. but it's still a Martin! Can't play it very well, but it keeps me out of trouble! Oh, and you're right... I won't be posting much for a couple of weeks!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

LINY - 1776! wow! I keep waiting for my prizes for starting a new page or hitting a certain number, but I haven't seen anything yet...

AW - <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm not exactly a cotton wool dolly you know <hr /></blockquote>he he he... sounds like you're describing a sheep! I'm sure you look MUCH better than that!

Idiots all!!!

like they said in the movies..I'm baaaack...lol

hey cricket score is Australia declared for 575 runs, & NZ is 2 wickets for 49 runs.
Boy if I wasn't nauseous, tired and puking up anything but plain food I'd drink a beer or two by crikey.

LINY no need to run, nope I can throw a mean ball he he he and I lov the Irish being of Irish family, is it the Gael you be havin??? LOL Mmmmm Guinness (in Homers voice)

Hey Bob & everyone if you promise not to snitch on me I'll tell you a secret about Aussie and his entertainment days - forced on him after having a broken leg & being on sick leave for 20 weeks - talk about Butch & Sundance heh heh.
Well you see he joined a bush band with some old school friends and as he couldn't play the triangle let alone anything else he ended up lead singer and they called themselves The Mucky Duck Bush Band...LOL ..butch indeed!!

Should have seen him with long hair & beard like Ned Kelly - snigger snigger - I mean he actually wasn't bad at all and they put out about 4 albums and made a bit of $$$ and went on for a few years after he had to go back on duty , but its a secret so SSHhhhh he gets all embarrassed about it now, you know get a haircut & get a real job kinda thing..sniggger <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey I even think I have a mp3 file of a song they did... 'The Band played Watlzing Matilda' if you wanna hear it

Of course I could have done without the local groupies with little or nothing on <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ok nightshift... (especially you Brits & Aussies!) What the heck is a "Sticky Wicket"... I'm assuming that this is a cricket term or something...

I've heard this saying all my life and never knew what it is/or means...

Ok sticky wicket

thats a term from cricket mostly from England basically meaning its a problem or difficult situation or as we Aussies would say,,,a real [censored]. lol
(of course we mean that non personally... I mean REAL mates greet each other with 'Howrya ya ol [censored]!')

RIF,

Perhaps I can be of service:

Cricket, brought by settlers from England to the United States, was one of the most popular games in the United States in the nineteenth century. It is played by two teams on a large field in the center of which are two wickets 66 feet apart. Each wicket consists of three sticks topped by two short bails that fit into grooves on the top of the sticks. The wickets are bases for the opposing team's batsmen. The bowler, similar to the baseball pitcher, bowls a ball overhand towards the opposite wicket. The ball usually takes a bounce or "pitch" at the wicket. If the pitch knocks the bails off the wicket or hits the batsman in front of the wicket the batsman is out. Batsmen can also be declared out by having a hit ball caught in the air by a bowler. The batsman or "striker" at this wicket tries to hit the ball away from the fielders of the opposing team so he can exchange places with his team's batsman at the other wicket thereby scoring a run. Still a popular sport in Great Britain, cricket was overtaken by baseball as a popular sport in the United States.

MEANING 1: to have trouble hitting the ball through a wicket
SENTENCE 1: I can't seem to get my ball through that sticky wicket.

MEANING 2: to be difficult or troublesome
SENTENCE 2: Cynthia is a sticky wicket. She won't give me the files on that project.

CJ

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 (of course we mean that non personally... I mean REAL mates greet each other with 'Howrya ya ol [censored]!') <hr /></blockquote>OK AW... now if I go up to my Aussie buddy over in the other engineer camp and say "Howrya ya ol [censored]!" he's not going to pop me is he???

If my buddy punches me, I'm going to blame you AW! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love all of the coalition guys and gals here... they're all great and I'm proud to be serving with them...

AW, first of all, shame on you for sneaking out of bed especially after your DD tucked you in all nice! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Isn't it the end of summer/beginning of fall for you? If so, what the heck are you coming down with?!?!?)

Second, now I'm gonna haveta go on "napster" and search for the Mucky Duck Band!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF...You're real "prize" is 13 days away, friend. You've certainly earned it! I'm feeling excited for ya! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob: jury is still out on multi-tasking! But, I think triggers are sorta good. They keep things real and in perspective. I guess just like with anything in life, it's how you handle them. I'm still new at this honesty thing, and I'm just learning, but it feels real good. I haven't felt this good in a real long time! (And that's with all of the bull that we've been having to deal with ontop of "this." (i.e. my car died Wednesday--really can't do anything with it. Just have to do the best with one car--which is also dying a slow death.)) Getting back to the squishy feeling (no mayor, you do NOT get a royalty for that), what's hundred times better? Brown is feeling good too. She's learning how to trust me again, and for once in my damn life I'm coming through for her! It's a start, huh?'

Well, all, gotta sleep. Veru tired and have ta spend as much time as I can with the girls!!!!

{{{{{{{{{IDIOTS}}}}}}}}}

Cricket

Virtually the National Game in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, West Indies, UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa & is becoming popular in France & Europe again
especially the one day game.

oh & Australia is still ahead at end of days play..he he he

CRICKET: That jumping insect that seems to chirp when one is just fading away into lala land, mainly in the summer months; has a harsh crunching sound when stepped on; can still jump fairly well with only one leg; not too good jumping with no legs.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />The bowler, similar to the baseball pitcher, bowls a ball overhand towards the opposite wicket. The ball usually takes a bounce or "pitch" at the wicket. If the pitch knocks the bails off the wicket or hits the batsman in front of the wicket the batsman is out. Batsmen can also be declared out by having a hit ball caught in the air by a bowler. The batsman or "striker" at this wicket tries to hit the ball away from the fielders of the opposing team so he can exchange places with his team's batsman at the other wicket thereby scoring a run. <hr /></blockquote>So, in other words, it's peg the man with the bat in his hand and hope you get him or that bloody stake in the ground? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Gnite all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Safe as house old mate.

he'll probably want a beer though1

I mean Aussie male bonding is a thing of beauty to see......

G'day Jimbo.

Snags.

Brownie

Johnno

Bluey

Silence

Silence

Silence

Dinners ready hon says I.....

Be a while lov takin' to the boys.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

No No LINY thats not cricket.......thats a locust.
Aussie described it for me after Afghanistan..he says you cook them in a BIG stir fry pan thingy and eat them like potato crisps........YUCK

Hey CJ - Thanks for the info! I think I've seen them play this game on ESPN 2 after the international Turtle Hurling Championships are over... he he he... (sorry AW & Bob) but if it's not bass fishing or NASCAR or college footbal (U.S. Footbal, not soccer!), then I don't usually watch it...

LINY - CRICKET: Makes great bait for bream, catfish and bass...

Yep you got it LINY

Hit the man or the wickets, preferrably both. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I think I've seen them play this game on ESPN 2 after the international Turtle Hurling Championships are over... <hr /></blockquote>Thanks for the laugh RIF!!! LOL!!!!

I think I'll end my night on that good note.

Nite (again) all!

RIF

you young barbarian you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How can you watch stop & go compared to the beauty & style & sheer blood letting RUGBY?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Night LINY...

if you turn on the TV you might be able to catch a Cricket game... I don't think they come on until after 0300 in the mornings in the US... he he he...

OK, OK...One more:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hit the man or the wickets, preferrably both. <hr /></blockquote>Any bonus points for hitting the man between the wickets?!?!?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Nite LINY

No its the BEGINNING of Summer here end of Spring.

So what else would I have but congested nose, feeling like I'm exhausted all the time, nausious, puking up anything remotely good tasting........... not going to cross the road cause the truck is coming, sure of it...lol

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 RIF

you young barbarian you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How can you watch stop & go compared to the beauty & style & sheer blood letting RUGBY?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey AW - I LOVE Aussie Rules Football... now that's a rough sport! (except for the little guys in white hats with flags...) Lot's of blood an broken bones... never watched any Rugby is it as good as A.R.Football?

well the big girls blouses (men) heh heh wear 'protection' because it has happened even in first class level games...bet the eyes are watering.. just thing average fast bowler 130 to 160 km an hour and WHACK

instant birth control he he he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Well I know I'm biased but I love both.

Can't beat Aussie Rules for a fast game and pure brutal skill, but Union comes very close.
Have to say I lov Rugby Union better than Rugby League (which is more like Amer football) as its faster.

I mean I can enjoy Amer football except when they bog down into set plays and get Soooo slow.
Rugby Union would translate really well as it is played on much the same size field but is go go go.

hard round objects traveling at great speeds and soft tissue don't mix well...

yeah, makes my eyes water just thinking about it!

Oh yeah ever been hit by a baseball?? Well the cricket ball is similar but a lot heavier and it HURTS.

When I was a youngster - stop counting RIF - my brother and cousins & I used to play hit ball. You know, throw the ball at someone & hit them them they have to do the same while running around the neighbourhood. Ow it hurts.
of course so did the kick in the you know what when you missed and broke a window..lol

oh well kids will be kids.

Had to stop last year as the insurance wouldn't pay for it any more he he he Just joking

Hey RIF, Cricket may be missing the US as participants but at least its world cup involves more than one nation unlike the world series !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Have a NICE day ! COME ON ENGLAND !!! * sorry SW , I gotta support 'em no other bugger will ! *

[ November 27, 2004, 03:48 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Bob next time you play France I PROMISE I'll get out the old Union jack and wave it madly.

But if you buggers beat us this weekend I'm a goin to die of shame!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Remember you won last year and I sill have the teeth marks on the TV room carpet. The tears of blood eventualy came out, well mostly <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> my brother and cousins & I used to play hit ball. You know, throw the ball at someone & hit them them they have to do the same while running around the neighbourhood. Ow it hurts. <hr /></blockquote>ha ha ha... well, my brother and I used to have BB-Gun wars and bottle-rocket wars... until I almost shot my best friend's eye out...
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Had to stop last year as the insurance wouldn't pay for it any more he he he Just joking
<hr /></blockquote>hey, just play at night then nobody will know who broke the windows!

Bob - I know I'm showing my ignorance here, but are they playing the World Cup now? ... and that's soccer, right?

AW do I remember the RWC 2003 final ? DO I REMEMBER ??!!!!

"...There's 35 seconds to go...this is the one !...its coming back for Wilkinson...he drops for world cup glory....IT'S UP ! IT'S OVER ! HE'S DONE IT ! Johnny Wilkinson is England's Hero yet again ! And there's NO time for Australia to come back ! "

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF theres no soccer, rugby or cricket world cup going right now don't worry !
The rugby interntionals are run every 2 years sponsored by investec. Its where th ebest southern hemisphere national teams tour the north.

Nothing at stake except IRB league points which makes a difference when the next world cup is seeded. Oh and a LOT of national pride !

The Aussies haven't won at Twickenham ( Englands HQ) for four years now.

England won the world cup final last year against Australia in a thrilling game, but most of ENglanbds best players retired or went injure right afterwards. A weakened side was slaughtered by Australia during teh summer tour, and to be honest the Aussies deserved better opposition.

England got a new head coach, and has retired all but 4 of teh team that won the world cup last year and they really gelled playing South Sfrica last week ( SA are a major force in world rugby and cricket - in fact they just won the Southern hemisphere rugby cup - the tri nations).

I have high hopes of a good game - a fiery young England team with a lot to prove against a pride-damaged and highly skilled Australia today.

Gotta go buy paint first ! Better get a move on !

Have a great day RIF. And don't watch the clock too much br'a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

[ November 27, 2004, 04:04 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

ARRRGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG beating head on floor intense pain I'm dying I'm dying tell me its a bad dream sob sob sob

That was just CRUEL Bob sob sob

Johnny FREAKING Wilkinson argggggg

Aren't you lucky that I don't take sport less seriously then, well, life he he he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But you forgot Bob, The Tri Nations League Rugby is also on right now too. I'll have to switch channels REALLY fast!!

Hey my son had just arrived!.. Home comes the sailor home from the sea etc etc well soldier anyway. happy happy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey I-ville,

Where's the day shift??? Are you guys slacking off on us???

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ONE weekend, just ONE weekend after the end of the Nascar season and look what's happened...

Bodgy sports! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor! 'bout time someone showed up!

How's it going with you today?

Yeah, too bad NASCAR is over.... I sure wish AFN would show the good fishing shows... No Bill Dance, Hank Parker, or Bassmaster's on TV over here...

Mr Mayor

lodging complaint...... bodgy sports indeed!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Now nascar is ok, formula 1 is better, BUT there are only 3 'proper' sports

CRICKET
RUGBY
AUSSIE RULES <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

and right now I am am watching LIVE Australia Vs England and guess who is in front WOO HOO !!!! OI OI OI AUSSUE AUSSIE AUSSIE OI OI OI <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Idiotville. It is so nice to see someone taking their job here seriously. ((((((AW)))))).

She's putting the rest of us to shame!

Where's our bartender? (((((((Fraggles)))))))

F1 is good driving, but it's no fan's sport! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Arggggggggggggggg

England just scored........get me new umpires its a fix !!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Bob is gloating right now!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hi believer how you been?

I'm happy today, son is home, daughter is bit more settled, but I am in the dog house with my sisters who have come over to watch the Rugby match with me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Don't ever have a sister whos a doc because she been checking me over for an hour or so doing the MMm & arr's , why aren't I eating, why am I puking up and have nausea, why am I tired, have you been having mood swings etc etc ..yeah..ahh got the flu maybe sis?? Mmm mmmm and some more mmmm and an 'interesting' ...so she stuck me and is doing some blood tests just to 'be sure' and then she'll let me know...big sisters are bullies. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ November 27, 2004, 10:53 AM: Message edited by: aussieswife ]

OH MY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

You guys have missed the REAL fun!!!

A Martin guitar, and a 1978 Les Paul Standard! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, I don't know if you know this, but Martin does make a guitar that is accessible to the public. For example, I have an old 1980 Martin DM (Series 1 or 1-series...something like that), steel string, sweet tone--and in 1980 I think I paid oh $700 or so. Now, I believe they are about $900 and while that's nothing to sneeze at, it's not unattainable.

1978 Les Paul Gibson, huh?? Cute! What kind of finish does it have? Factory black, or that nice tobacco burst?? What kind of pickups have ya got on that thing?? What amps and whatnot do you play it with?? OOOOOO, ya gotta love that smoot Les Paul sound. One thing I do wonder though...how do you get Bob Mould's screaming mimis out of a lovely Les Paul?? You must play the SHORTS off that thing!!!

Oh, I am just all a titter!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

CJ

CJ have to give Bob some bad news..England LOST to Australia 19 to 21 in the Rugby International.

Today England Tomorrow -well 2005 - the World Cup!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now back to Ireland Vs Argentina.........Ireland yeah!!!

Bob perhaps a few gentle bars of some mournful song on the guitar will help , here I'll buy you a jug of beer, oh the bartenders out...sorry mate...LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Well I was going to hum, CJ could join in , be jammin most of the night then,, but no beer...sad <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Idiots - anyone around? Hope everyone is having a great weekend.

I'm glad the aussie's won! But AW I have a question for you...

Are Australian men more chivalrous these days? The last time I was there I held a door open for a woman and was lucky to get out of there single!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - I've heard the same thing from sailors. They all say that Australian women LOVE American men.

So what does it take to get citizenship in this town? My names is FF and I'm an idiot!(FWW that is LOL)

Can I play too?

Welcome FF. Robby is the mayor. And you have to get a job.

Yeah, get a job!!

And to ALL newbies...

You must list three idiotic things you have done in your life. Anything A related is too easy, we want the dirt!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

We have a mayor, a warden (me), an attorney general, a sports educator, a sniper/educator, a utilities guy, an exterminator/cook, a bartender, a loose lady, a queen and ...... HELP ME MAYOR!

Actually, I think the bartender position is vacant....

There's NO WAY idiots are waiting THIS LONG for a drink!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Believer - *snif* you forgot me already! I'm the city engineer and I work on the night shift!

Welcome FF! Let's hear the 3 idiodic things you've done!!!! We're all waiting! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor... so who's the bartender now??? And where are my prizes for starting all of these new pages???

RIF - I said public works - isn't that like an engineer? I work in Public Works at a hospital, with 7 engineers. Sorry, I didn't word it right.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 We have a mayor, a warden (me), an attorney general, a sports educator, a sniper/educator, a utilities guy , an exterminator/cook, a bartender, a loose lady, a queen and ...... HELP ME MAYOR! <hr /></blockquote>Ooooops... sorry Believer... I guess that utility guy is close enough!

I feel MUCH better now! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:

Hey Mr. Mayor... so who's the bartender now??? And where are my prizes for starting all of these new pages??? <hr /></blockquote>I guess I'll have to fill in as bartender!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Drinks on the House!!

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF-

There are no prizes for starting new pages...

unless you're Jelly...

Then a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> from ST is your prize.

Tell him you want one too....

Who knows!?!

Morning crew checking if for duty sir? No wait, it's almost 11:00. Oh well, greetings to and to all agood night.

YAWN .. waking up .. whatever my Sis gave me at least I slept for 7 hours..mmm need a stretch, just tried to eat an apple for breaky and ...well not this early please, tasted better going down.

Now important question from the Mayor, are Aussie men still the same,,ah YEAH!!!
I mean lets be fair they are getting better BUT my DD tells me it's hard to get many of the younger ones to to say much more than G'day if ANY sports is on TV at a pub or club.......even golf apparently.... Mmmm now that sounds very familar.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Quick drive by here! No lurking without posting for me (I think I am on probation for that <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Aussieswife - Are you the Resident Sportscaster?

Welcome FF. Robby is the mayor.

I am the town whine taster.....Thanks, Robby for bringing back the drinks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

This Texan don't know nuthin' 'bout no crickit, awsie-rules, or no rugs-bee. Awls I know is we ain't got nuthin' but football in this here state! And football's awls we need! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OH! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> What's that? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I hear my bed calling <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> . You all have a wonderful, resplendent, extravagant, and blissful night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Hi LIT

yes thats me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
I get to talk lots & lots heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

sorry not really with it right now...Myrta left me a message reckons I'm pregnant & I'm sorta in stunned state right now. I mean it fits but... I think I need to check this out & get my head around it.
Its all I need. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{Idiots}

Just a quick hello. Welcome FF! Robby is the mayor.

Now, where are these lists from the new citizens of Idiotville?!?!? I'll sue you , I will!

And I have honorary mention for my list: posting outside of Idiotville.

VERY tired. Gnite all!

{{{Idiots}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />What a sick, sick, sick idiot!!!!<hr /></blockquote>Hey dip...hope you are doing OK. You will BE OK!!!!!!!! (But did ya haveta insult us here? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Please take care of yourself. We miss you in Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Wooooooooo Hooooooooooo! An Aussie-Baby! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> What a wild idea!

Oh, we must know, AW.......I will be so excited for you! (can you tell my biological clock is ticking???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> tick...tock....tick....tock.....)

Good night LINY...

Hi L.I.T - are you still up?

AW - Try not to worry about things that you can't control... go get a test kit and see...

AW-

Maybe you're pregnant, maybe you just ate a Brown-eyed mullet! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Get a test and let us know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Huh,huh......huh,huh......he said "mullet" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mullets

RIF - How be you tonight? Am I awake? Hanging on by a thread..... Just washed my sheets - I have to make the bed before I can actually get in <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> . Oh the sorrow! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

(I can do a great Scarlet O'Hara impression when it fits <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

LIT, how many free drinks did you HAVE??

I didn't mean the redneck hairdo! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hey L.I.T - I'm good... looks like the night shift is on duty... but LINY went to bed... AW is around here somewhere...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I didn't mean the redneck hairdo!
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Idiots beware! LIT is on a "unique wavelength" tonight <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Maybe AW ran off to get a test <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I feel bad.....I know the idea of a little Aussie may seem scary right now.....But I am facing the possibility of not ever being able to have a little LIT. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hadn't really said anything here (after all, this is Idiotville). I get to go to the OB/Gyn in a couple of weeks for some tests. Possible fibroid tumors or endometrial polyps.

So, AW - when I say that I will be happy for you, I mean that with the utmost of love and joy for others being able to experience a part of life that I may not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

oh yeah this BIG idiot is here alright...... just waiting on test number 3

I'd order a triple but I may not be able to have it.... sigh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 oh yeah this BIG idiot is here alright...... just waiting on test number 3

I'd order a triple but I may not be able to have it.... sigh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>So AW, did you get a test kit and are you waiting on the results now???

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> just waiting on test number 3
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> How many more minutes??????? RIF and I are waiting by our screens.....aren't we!

I can't possibly go to bed now! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

this is sooooo exciting!!!

A test????

no try 3 one LH & 2 HCg

I mean it was staring me in the face and I just didn't see it..................now that is an IDIOT!!

LIT I do so hope you will be ok, I'm getting my head around it, sort of, well we'll see.....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
no try 3 one LH & 2 HCg

I mean it was staring me in the face and I just didn't see it..................now that is an IDIOT!!<hr /></blockquote>Please translate this... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

((((((((((((((Aussieswife))))))))))))))))

Edited waiting for translation.....

[ November 28, 2004, 12:16 AM: Message edited by: L.I.T ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 A test????

no try 3 one LH & 2 HCg

I mean it was staring me in the face and I just didn't see it..................now that is an IDIOT!! <hr /></blockquote>Ok - I'm an idiot... I don't have a clue as to what one LH & 2 HCg means....

good night L.I.T - sleep tight!

well I can see the test bans on the strips and that means POSITIVE !!!

oh crap

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I'm just a bit stunned. Do I smile or cry.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well no use crying about spilt milk is there. Alright deep breath <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> hCG pregnancy test is a rapid qualitative test for the determination of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine. With this test's high sensitivity, pregnancy can be determined as early as the first day of a woman's missed period.

When a positive result is obtained, you can assume that you are pregnant and should consult your doctor. A negative result indicates the absence of hCG meaning that you are not likely to be pregnant.
<hr /></blockquote>

Alright! Back to my original post......

((((((((((((Congrats AW))))))))))))

Many hugs and smiles from Texas, even if it is not quite as "planned" as you might have hoped! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Good night AW. Good night RIF (again <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ). Good night Mayor. Good night little Aussie <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> .

Everyone have very SWEET DREAMS!

AW - God never makes mistakes...

I know that you and Aussie will be blessed! (sorry for my idiotness it's been a while since we were pregnant and I'm not very familiar with all of the scientific terms)...

Gotta run to church... I'll check back later... You guys are in my prayers!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Congrats A & AW!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks Mr MAyor

I'm sure I'll get used to it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

one little white wine (bottle) to steady the nerves will be ok won't it??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hey Bob

Sports reporter updating the latest heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

"KANGAROOS HUMILIATE BRITAIN <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Farrell and Great Britain just can't believe it.
Australia turned on the style to stun an expectant capacity crowd at Elland Road and shatter Great Britain's hopes in the Gillette Tri-Nations final.

The Kangaroos recorded their biggest Test win in England and, like the Wallabies four hours earlier, showed how dangerous it can be to write them off in a 44 to 4 stunning win at Elland Road today..."

and in Rugby Union I have to report ....

AUSTRALIA HOLD OFF ENGLAND FIGHTBACK
England fall to the first defeat under new coach Andy Robinson after Australia ran out narrow 21-19 winners at Twickenham........

sorry Bob rubbing it in a bit but you get to gloat when Johnny gets back because if he had been there I think you would have won.

MEANWHILE....

the US Rugby team the EAGLES fall tour of Rome & Ireland meet with moderate success and the results of their games in the World Rugby Classic in Hamilton, Bermuda is eagerly awaited..

this reporter wants to know where her invitation to the Mardi Gras Rugby Classic in New Orleans, LA on 27-28 Jan 2005 has gotten to????? hey Mr Mayor ????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> this reporter wants to know where her invitation to the Mardi Gras Rugby Classic in New Orleans, LA on 27-28 Jan 2005 has gotten to????? <hr /></blockquote>AW - Well, if I were going to be home in January, I'd invite you and Aussie to stay with us!

We live about 4 hours north of New Orleans....

that might be dangerous RIF, might talk to your lovely wife then about the 'joys' of having more kids heh heh ..see I'm handlin it ok so far... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 that might be dangerous RIF, might talk to your lovely wife then about the 'joys' of having more kids heh heh ..see I'm handlin it ok so far... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>ha ha ha... well, we took care of that problem on my last deployment to Kosovo...

Nothing like free medical care! I guess we'd have to adopt if we wanted another little one...

I'm sure Aussie will be excited! So are you going to tell him right away, or wait until he gets home?

Wellll
thats the $64,000 question isn't it.

Alright I'm waiting on the blood test but lets face it, I dont think I could have stuffed 3 tests do you?

But as for telling him, I'm not sure. I mean it may not be an issue BECAUSE HE HASN"T CONTACTED ME.... sorry just popped out heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

but it might depend on whats going on when or if I get a call. If hes in a lot of tough stuff going on I'll just reassure him all is ok I'm doing well I think, I really don't know. Wow I'm confused.
Maybe I'll ring and ask the Family support Psych tomorrow. I want to do what best for him. I cetainly don't want him worrying or abstracted in that damn place!!

AW - I'm sure you'll know what's best to do when you hear from Aussie... I'm praying for you guys...

Hey, were are the rest of the idiots?

We nightshifters have been busy and it's starting to get late... anyone from the morning crew up and about yet?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
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But Iâ€™m too old for this !! Oh drat it all!!!! confusion reigns supreme.
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Hey, 29 isn't too old!!! <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Oh no! You musn't say it's too old! I am about to turn 30, getting Divorced, and have no children yet! Please say you are way too young for this <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

PS - Good morning Idiotville! RIF, are you gone yet? AW - still here?

It's cloudy again......don't think I can take this rainy weather much longer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> Where's the sun god when you need him! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

hey I'm still here but I'm not 29 oh how I wish, bring me back the years lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm 38 thats THIRTY EIGHT ... yikes <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Is the bartender here, I need a double <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey L.I.T - I'm still here! Good morning!

38... well, I've got a couple of years on you... and BTW, that's NOT old...

now when I was 18... 30 sounded really old...

[ November 28, 2004, 09:09 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Hey RIF when your'e 18 then 22 sounds old!!!

oh well if we are technical I'm still 37 but had my birthday already so I'll be 38 when he or she pops out - God willing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning Idiotville -

Hello AW, L.I.T and RIF - Everyone forgets I'm the cheerleader (and I just haven't been up to cheering lately - yeah , I'll get around to it eventually - no one said you had to be good at your job here in Idiotville. Just take a look at Fraggs - some bartender ay?)

Well, anyway I'll be "lurking" - truth be known - I've been reading and catching up and I don't really talk "sport" - though Football (American - not Soccer) and Hockey are my favs. I can follow enough of the game to watch and enjoy it - I just don't have time to "watch".

As far as playing an instrument .... that really skipped a generation. My dad (RIP) could play saxaphone, piano, bass guitar, lead guitar, drums, clarinet, oh God knows what else .... now my kids play in bands and have self taught themselves how to play be ear mostly. They actually came in 2nd place (out of 11 bands) at the Battle of the Bands on Friday night at the Library (our public library ROCKS!!!). My D is trying to get a band together too (all girl of course - she's 11 YO) - so maybe next year of my kids will particiapte (except my 3 YO - but you never know - she's got pipes too). I do have to say I used to have some pipes - church choir ya know - a few solos (I was always to scared to perform in front of people).

AW - And sincerely "you're not too old" (I'm 37). and congrats. It's not easy - but what the he11 is???? My kids range from 19S, 18S, D11, & D3. OY OY OY (or is that OI OI OI!)

Well, speak at ya later peeps and if ya hit it on the boards - I'll hollar back at ya - Ight?(translation - I'll talk to you people later and if you post to me, I'll respond to you. Okay?) I was talking "american teen", I'm well versed in it (they don't call me "Mamma Dukes" for nothing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ).

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> and BTW, that's NOT old <hr /></blockquote>Couldn't agree with RIF more! My aunt had her last child when she was 43! It was her 8th! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Can you tell we are a Catholic family <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Anyway, you are blessed AW. I think you are keeping a "healthy" view on it......it is what it is.....and you might as well embrace it with love and joy.

You are worried about Aussie. But I wouldn't. Even if he is having a tough time in Iraq, I would find it hard pressed for a man who loves his W (as we all know he does) to see this as a negative. I hope he is able to perceive it for what it really is.....a child of love, and a new beginning for your M.

Anyway, I wouldn't keep it from him....even if you don't think it's the right time. Now is a time for radical honesty (see Justuss, we do really throw in a couple of MB principles here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). You could tell him you would be worried about how he might react, but that you wanted to be truthful with him, and that meant more than worrying about his reaction.

JMVHO......and I'm not sure if I would put much stock in that, considering my sitch <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Anyway.........how 'bout that Rugby <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> . Just kidding, I have no idea about those things! Only thing I know is College Football, and the Aggies lost to tu the other day <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Whine alert, Whine alert! Everyone take cover! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

By the way.......

Who made this rule about only being able to have 8 emoticons in a message......

It is just SSSSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO wrong! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Oh ma gah. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> )....Just being a smart ( )( ) now!

Hey Brown!

Hollah!

(That and being " on blast " is about all I know in "cool teen" now.)

My brother (when he moved to CA about 10 years ago) learned a new language. He had a conversation with a friend on the phone one night.....

" 'Lo? Yo. Kay........late. "

I thought it was the funniest thing I ever heard! (Translation: Hello? Oh, hi so-and-so! Okay, yes! Good bye!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Took me a while to figure that one out <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Brown! Saw your other post... hang in there! You and LINY are going to make it!

Hey L.I.T - never tried to post more than 8 smiley faces... o <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
MSU lost to Ole Miss in the Egg Bowl so I'm right there with you Aggies... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

WOW... I tried to post more than 8 smiley faces and got some dumb message that I had exceeded the limit! ha ha ha...

Anybody seen Bob this weekend? Where's Mr. Mayor?

RIF - I'm so sorry about your loss <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> (sounds kind of morbind, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). My cousin goes to Ole Miss, but his parents (Uncle Buddy and Aunt Maggie <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) go to tu.....

sooooooooooooooo....I figure I might as well just root against ALL their family football teams! What rationale, no?

The emoticon thing.....kind of like people telling you you can't lick your own elbow <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

L.I.T - <blockquote>quote:<hr /> The emoticon thing.....kind of like people telling you you can't lick your own elbow <hr /></blockquote>Oh man, I can't stop laughing over this one!!! Hey L.I.T.... I take it that you've tried it, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh Crap!

I forgot, I'm filling in as bartender....

Bar's open!

Mimosas on the House!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Woo HOO

4 doubles please!!

hey LIT I just can't get my
tongue to my e l bow gasp!!

Darn thats hard ...

hey just been cooking with my pal Nijella .... Spanish Custard with Double cream with Poached Pears in Red Wine....... because I couldn't eat dinner (hand over mouth) fresh deep fried chips and chicken (gulp) yuck grease oil oooooh yuck
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

AW you up the duff ? WOW ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Congrats !

Great game the Union one BTW. Yeah its frustrating to lose when we scored three tries to two but such is life.

Not sure Johnny's every going to return. He's fragile since his surgery. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Oh Bob !!

what a delicate way to ask, Am I up the duff or what indeed heh heh heh you've been near to many Aussies LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YES ...confirming with blood test but home kits are pretty darn accurate.

Sort of confused at the moment but its MY babe if its true. I guess everything will come after that but hoping Aussie will be happy and not annoyed <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Anyway the Tri Nations was a lot more enjoyable to watch.
With the Wallabies I think the play was pretty scrappy from the Aussies overall. If England had a good runner we'd have been toast.

Nite all

over my bed time so have to hustle.

have fun all!!

AW, I can't imagine a good man lke Aussie being upset by a new baby.

I pray he will welcome the news and the baby anyway !

Night Night

AW -

Sheesh, I leave for awhile, and what happens? Idiotsville's first baby! And to make it even more incredible - the WHOLE WORLD knows before papa. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Congraulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bartender, hold the drinks for AW.

Hey freaks.

Been about the worst week of my life. Better watch statements like that, or God will show me how it CAN be worse.

Got divorced on Monday, discovered more lies and more lies and more lies, total and blatant disrespect of me, eyechart casting me in a poor light to others (despite my OVER THE TOP kindness, that [censored] so did not deserve, but I did anyway out of the call to be a kind and gracious Christian woman), and finally, after telling him already 49 times over the course of the last 3 weeks, that he had to GO.

He is gone.

Now I get to worry about recoverying my life as a single person, who does not want a life anymore with this man. He is a first class liar, a cheater (cheating on his girlfriends now), and just about to be a drunk (he is drinking heavily now). Who is this man? This is not the man I spent the last 10 years of my life with.

Or is it?

How are you all?

Still putting together my 3 idiotic things (too many to choose from!) but wanted to say AW my last little guy was born when I was 37ish. Congratulations!!

Hey, can I be the 411 information lady? Since I don't know anything I would be great at that job!

Ok here we go three idiotic things I have done (that I can admit without too much embarrasment)

1. Forgot to put the top on the coffee percolator and decorated the kitchen with coffee

2. Went to the ATM with my DS in the van (he is in a wheelchair)with it running and accidentally locked the van. I had to call the fire department to open the van for me. (good thing the AC was going) That was public humiliation! LOL

3. Forgot to drain the water before putting the sauce on the spaghetti. (can you tell I am not much in the kitchen, should I apply for chef instead?)

Thanks for the chance to play, good to laugh now and then too.

I like that, 411 info lady.

Something Idiotville needs. A little bit of idiot direction, a place to call for the "answers" to our questions.

dipiT - I have been following your story and really have no advise. Just realize that the pain doesn't go on forever.

Where is everyone? The rest of Idiotville must be getting a life.

Evening everyone!

Hey Bob - Such a sensitive guy!!! Up the duff or what... now there's an expression if I ever heard one!

Hey Believer - Night shift reporting in... how've you been doing?

Hey ST - sorry about your sit... Things WILL get better!

Hey FF - I think you should be our short order cook AND the answer lady!!! We can all call you with our cooking questions!

Hey Believer,

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I have no life!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (LIT jumping up and down)!

FF - I like the 411 thing......Operator, may I place a call???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

SerendipiT - I know your pain. And I feel your pain often. But I am 3 months out from H and I separating. I will tell you that is does get better. Albeit that won't help your feelings right now.

Something that helps me get through those feelings of despair, loss, and misery are realizing what those feelings are and what they mean. For instance, the initial days and days of crying......they were my withdrawal. They were my grieving the loss of hope. They were my way of initially "moving through it." Had I not sobbed uncontrollably, I would have stuffed and repressed those feelings. And ended up reliving them later.

I also realized that the more I let out, and the more I "felt" (even if it were sad, miserable, lonely, down, depressed, and hopeless), the more it meant that I was "dealing with" my pain.

And honestly, each time I get past one of those episodes (my recent one Thanksgiving Day), I feel better, stronger, and more secure with my decisions and my path. Like the triggers for an A, those times will gradually lessen in frequency, and intensity.....they might not ever go away, but they will become much more manageable.

You will get through this. Go ahead and feel the pain. Allow yourself to grieve. Don't be afraid of it. But don't wallow in it. Make sure to take steps to live life - even if it doesn't feel like you enjoy it yet. Go do something you like (for me it was go-carting by myself <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ). Go to lunch or dinner with friends. Redecorate your house. Buy yourself something new. Recreate YOUR life.

It may not feel like it's doing any good for a while. There are still times I force myself to go out even when I don't want to. But life is meant to be lived not watched.

(((((((((((((DipiT)))))))))))))))

You will get through this <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> And you will find happiness once again.

Hey RIF.....

Did'ja get to that elbow yet? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And yes, I do have experience with that (head hanging in shame <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Everytime I see your initials, I think of Reduction In Force.....can you tell I used to work for the government? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> That was one phrase that never got "put away." Ugh!

You aren't missing much over here.....cold and rain. Cold and Rain. COLD and RAIN! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I can't stand it anymore!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Going to eat some soup for dinner, me thinks!

**Ring, Ring** - and suggestions FF? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Okay, I'm back!! Thanksgiving is over and now I must enter one of the two horrible busy seasons of my life. (Christmas and the month of May) Of course, I love Christmas. Love to decorate, wrap gifts, etc, but all the concerts and public appearances we have to do are exhausting. I am usually too tired to enjoy my own Christmas.

Not too bad a weekend - IB (Iceberg) for the newbies - was mostly ok this weekend. I remembered the last trip out there and tried to do things differently. So I stayed away from him, didn't try to begin conversations, spoke when spoken to, if he was in one place I made sure I stayed in another. Tried to be pleasant and helpful without being in his way. Now he'll probably tell Curly that I was a B this weekend - wouldn't talk, avoiding him, etc. No matter what I do, it isn't right. I so yearn for a turning point - all these other people have had one, and are working on recovery - why not me?

Congratulations, AW and welcome to all the newbies who arrived while I was gone. We are all idiots here. Welcome. If you're not an idiot, I'm sorry, but you will have to leave before sundown tomorrow. Our attorney general will enforce this. So prove your idiocy or else. Gotta go.

Well, an update on another item - killed a 9 point this weekend. Pretty nice deer. I guess I'll get to eat some venison sometime this week.

See you guys in a few minutes - must go wash more laundry. I had 16 pages to catch up on before I could post. Night crew - slow down a little!! Good Lord.

Hi L.I.T - It's raining over here today... now instead of it being dusty, it's just cold and muddy!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Did'ja get to that elbow yet?

And yes, I do have experience with that (head hanging in shame )
<hr /></blockquote>he he he... I've added it to my list of things I want to do before I die... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Starz - Congrats on the Bambi!!!! My brother and brother-in-law are both big hunters. My little nephew shot his first doe a couple of weeks ago... They've been sending me some bambi jerky and it's so yummy...

Sure would you like advice about decorating your kitchen ceiling with spaghetti sauce or how to cook a frozen pizza with the cardboard still on it? I am great at opening cans of soup though!

Hey RIF - Hope you are keeping your head down. I heard about something being blown up over there today. Hope you will be home soon.

Rocky Mountain Idiot, reporting for duty.

It is a COLD, SNOWY, blustery, wintery night tonight in the rocky mountains, but so far our Broncos are still spanking the Raiders 10-7 (BTW, aussieswife, that's American football for ya). Thankfully, I am warm and cozy in my house, but outside the snow is fluffy and sparkling and quietly blanketing EVERYTHING.

So how is everyone tonight? AW--congrats on the bun in the oven. I'm impressed. You know, if Aussie is like every man I've ever known, his heart will stop for a minute and THEN he'll be thrilled. Just mention what a stud he is, and he'll be fine! heehee <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Want to hear about my idiotic thing I did today?? I ate a burrito with NO NAPKIN!! I had burrito all over my hands and face, AND I save a little on my shirt for later (blushing). Oh well! Note to self: when you eat a burrito, use a napkin!!!

CJ

Snow? Yikes. It was about 75 degrees here today in Southern California, and I went swimming in the ocean. Also went fishing and caught a bunch, cleaned them and ate them. Yum.

Hey FF - Have you ever made cheese toast and left the plastic on the cheese???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> (I have!)

Hi Believer - so what kind of fish did you catch??? That's one thing I miss... can't wait to get back and hit Toledo Bend....

CJ - As long as you wear a burrito colored shirt, it shouldn't matter, right?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Pretty nice deer. I guess I'll get to eat some venison sometime this week.
<hr /></blockquote>Mmmmmmmmmmmmmm.......venison stew! Noone in my family hunts <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> so I suppose I will have to panhandle off you, starz <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome back, BTW!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Sure would you like advice about decorating your kitchen ceiling with spaghetti sauce or how to cook a frozen pizza with the cardboard still on it? <hr /></blockquote>LOL! I once made some brownies from a box.....accidentally cooked the icing instead of the brownie! That's when I decided from scratch was good <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Ate some beef stew I had made, and let my bread machine make some Hawaiian Sweet Bread.

(wonder if everyone here thinks I am 600lbs with how much I talk about food *blush*)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> AND I save a little on my shirt for later (blushing) <hr /></blockquote>Way to go CJ! (brown, I'm filling in for the moment!) That's some good eatin'! After all, why waste the little bit on your shirt! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It was about 75 degrees here today in Southern California <hr /></blockquote>Woo Hoo! Coming your way in about 3 weeks.....spending Christmas with my folks this year in lovely LaJolla! I always thought it was odd having Christmas when it's sunny and in the 70s! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

RIF - I actually had to count before I hit "add reply" (lick, lick) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:
 Hey FF - Have you ever made cheese toast and left the plastic on the cheese???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> (I have!)
<hr /></blockquote>I think we need a short bus in Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Okie dokie. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

See ya later, alligator. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Nighty night. Don't let the bedbugs bite. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sweet Dreams, sweet pea. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Ciao. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Late. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Good Night, Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

PS - can someone tell me what shift I am on since I tend to pop in during the AM and then again during the PM.....but I never seem to work a full shift. Am I a slacker <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ???????

Hey Mr. Mayor!! Post #1900 You're the big winner!!!

Hey Robby! I drive one to work everyday <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I will be happy to share! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ooooh Oooooh! I will have 2 jobs since my whine tasting is so touch and go! I will be the BUS DRIVER!

SIT DOWN, BUS DRIVER! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I thought all we drove was short buses.

:

: I guess I am the only one.

Driving one is OK, DipiT...

It's when you're a passenger! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

THAT'S why RIF wears a helmet!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I WANT A HELMET!!!!

NO FAIR!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 AW, first of all, shame on you for sneaking out of bed especially after your DD tucked you in all nice! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Isn't it the end of summer/beginning of fall for you? If so, what the heck are you coming down with?!?!?)<hr /></blockquote>PS I know brown's cycle better than she does!

CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!

Believer, keep AW on the root beer, k?

Hiya Idiots!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Mimosas on the House!!!<hr /></blockquote>Sissy boy, Mayor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LIT...gotta ask (as brown and I are both feds...)what branch?

RIF...well, I was gonna get into what you read, but, I'll just leave it as thanks for your continued support. I'm not perfect. I wouldn't be here if I were. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

CJ...huge loss for you guys...sorry...but, big loss for the J-E-T-S-JETS JETS JETS!

Oh, I think maybe only Bob would be interested. Still trying to get the house organized...came across a few interesting things (one may be a trigger for you, so i will keep it to myself). The other? A 1977 pic of the Cosmos...with a few sigs! Haven't seen much of ya lately. Hoope things with you and squid are going well, mate!

{{{starz}}}
Welcome back!

OH, I think there were a few other things, but I'm a tired Idiot.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Sissy boy, Mayor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Tread lightly Liny... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

WOW! No Idiots for an hour...OK...Seeya tommorrow/later all!

What timing Mayor! Thought that would bring you out of the woodwork!!!

How ya been? (In my most serious voice I can think of.)

Been busy packing/moving...

Thanks for asking... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I sure have made one helluva mess!

Now I just need to clean it all up! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hmmm...We don't have a maid here in Idiotville...OK...That'll be the next postion filled!

Have a good night!

Actually I was talking about my sit...

But, that'll do Liny, that'll do...

Good night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I know...you seem to be much like the mold I am trying to get out of--stuffing. Just keep your head up. You can't make her choices, but you sure can do something about you. {stepping gingerly off the soap box} (Besides the game last weekend, you showed us signs she may be coming around. All hope is still not lost. Keep the faith.)

{{robby}}

Have a good nite bud!

Hi guys,

I've been trying very hard to keep away from MB. I think I'm addicted to it and I don't think it's helping recover from everything.

I don't even want to read anywhere else any more. LINY, you said you were an Idiot for posting anywhere else but on I'ville and that's just how I feel.

I didn't want to have one of my "dramatic" exits again, I would miss the Idiots so much.

I was going to do one of those posts like Bob's thanking everyone who has meant SO much to me and done so much FOR me over the last 10 months but I knew I'd miss someone out.

But, it's been the Idiots that have kept me going. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AW, congratulations, what a shock!!!!

Jen aka .

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 I WANT A HELMET!!!!

NO FAIR!!!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>hey ST - that's the cool thing about the military.... they give you all kinds of cool gear to wear!

hey LINY - How's it going this evening?

Mr. Mayor - You doing OK?

Hey Jen - You doing alright today? You sound a bit down...

RIF, perceptive little soul. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I've been so addicted to MB since February it's starting to worry me. It's obviously filling a need for me and I really need to get that need filled in the "real" world.

I had lunch with my best girlfriend on Friday and it was great. I've almost been neglecting my "real world" friends for my MB friends.

Every time I venture out of I'ville there's still so much pain and so many new WS's that need sorting out and BS's that have so far to go, it's sorta depressing.

When Chris37 turned up the other day it took me back to the "foggy" times. We knew how to support each other without going on and on about the OP's. I owe those people so much. Lisa, MrsX, Stupidgirl (I wonder if she sorted herself out) dear Mac (BS) who got such flack about being the FWW's groupie.

AW might be pregnant but I'd say I was definitely menopausal (yuck).

Jen

Hiya Jen! I took a good long break after I got back from Kosovo... but started posting again on this deployment...

I know what you mean - this place can be addictive. I try to help out those that I can by giving them a positive outlook on what my W and I have been through, but it is easy to get sucked back down if you let it...

I just started posting here on I-ville and I really like it, plus, the night crew really needed the help <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You need to do what's best for you, but I can assure you that many BS rely on your posts because you provide good, solid info...

Semper Fi!

RIF-

ST is Shivering Timbers, Jelly's Man...

DipiT is a whole different person! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey thanks for the clarification Mr. Mayor! Sorry about that ST...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 I WANT A HELMET!!!!

NO FAIR!!!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>hey dipiT - that's the cool thing about the military.... they give you all kinds of cool gear to wear!

hey LINY - How's it going this evening?

Mr. Mayor - You doing OK? <hr /></blockquote>

RIF-

You make me smile! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor...

How are you doing this AM... you sounded a bit down last night. Is everything OK?

Hi Idiots all

isn't that funny that you are talking about being addicted to MB. I was just thinking that myself a few days ago. I seem to rush home from the shops or work when I was working, to post or lurk just like I used to rush back to watch Home & Away on TV. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But then I think well, I'm not smoking, I'm not drinking, not eating - hang on that IS a problem cancel that one - well not much of anything really, so what the heck. It DOES not rule my life because if the kids are around or want me somewhere I'm with them, no one not even me suffers from it.
OK maybe a little compulsive but I seem to be a little that way inclined recently anyway. my IC/MC is not concerned, I get a pretty regular questioning about posting and how long I stay on, she more concerned I don't sleep much.

So that means you're All STUCK with me. lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

So the blood test came back, no doubt at all.
Is it a blessing or not?? doesn't matter I suppose its reality now.

I don't think the phone has stopped ringing from Mum to sisters to brother to Aussies brother & sister........ everyone seemed to know but me apparently??? Scratching head??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Perhaps when I am a bit more compos mentis about things someone will let me in on the whole thing - very confusing

hey I had 2 glasses of wine tonight with my kids when I told them I was going to have a baby sister or brother for them to look after..lol .. DD was so excited she actually cooked dinner,

DS looked horrified I think. LMAO. what you mean you & dad still do 'it' at YOUR age???
Little bugger!!
But really he was ok.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So that means you're All STUCK with me. lol <hr /></blockquote>...You can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave! Welcome to the Hotel Idiotville!

How are you doing today AW?

Hi RIF

I think I am in that numb state a bit right now. Its like winning the prize at the school fair and then wondering if thats good or bad.

Yeah confused is still the thing. But I think its very slowly starting sink in, I'm smiling a lot today.

Of course Aussie's voice would be nice to hear, or a email, letter, card, note, postage stamp, almost anything. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Of course Aussie's voice would be nice to hear, or a email, letter, card, note, postage stamp, almost anything. <hr /></blockquote>Aussie will call as soon as he's able... and I jusk know that he's going to be thrilled!!!

I'm almost wishing that my W and I could have another.... our youngest is 7 and in 1st grade... our oldest is 17 and will go off to college next year...

Believer - Mole? OMG! I LOVE mole (pronounced moh-lay, for you lay people)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mole chicken was our wedding feast dinner. (sigh)

My mil made the best! It was the one thing she didn't get around to teaching me? What's your recipe? Do you grind the peanuts up yourself, or use peanut butter?

Num!

kimmy - I'll dig out the recipe. It has like 20 ingredients.

About being addicted to Idiotville - I thought this place WAS the real world. You mean it's not?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Cricket, brought by settlers from England to the United States, was one of the most popular games in the United States in the nineteenth century. It is played by two teams on a large field in the center of which are two wickets 66 feet apart. Each wicket consists of three sticks topped by two short bails that fit into grooves on the top of the sticks. The wickets are bases for the opposing team's batsmen. The bowler, similar to the baseball pitcher, bowls a ball overhand towards the opposite wicket. The ball usually takes a bounce or "pitch" at the wicket. If the pitch knocks the bails off the wicket or hits the batsman in front of the wicket the batsman is out. Batsmen can also be declared out by having a hit ball caught in the air by a bowler. The batsman or "striker" at this wicket tries to hit the ball away from the fielders of the opposing team so he can exchange places with his team's batsman at the other wicket thereby scoring a run. Still a popular sport in Great Britain, cricket was overtaken by baseball as a popular sport in the United States.
<hr /></blockquote>Not to be corn-fused with:

Krikket - a planet inhabited with peace loving individuals whose sole purpose is the destruction of every living thing in the Universe.

Had to add that for Robby.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />hey dipiT - that's the cool thing about the military.... they give you all kinds of cool gear to wear!
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah. And then they teach you to inject your self with antidote syrum in case the bad guys release bugwuggies on you. ((((shudder)))

Thank you for keeping us safe RIF. Love to you and your buddies! We owe you a debt of gratitude.

Cricket - Gods gift to civilisation he he he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

But Chicken moo-lay ???????? what on earth is that????????

I mean I do heaps of Aust fusion cooking with satay based sauces and things or crispy chicken with crunchy satay but moo-lay ???

Like right now I'm eating chicken, oyster sauce, lime and thai basil with steamed rice, because I ate about 3 Teriyaki meat balls - about thumb nail size & a bit of rice for dinner which my DD cooked but felt a bit sick. Mm this is yum needs chilli though.

AW - OMG! Congratulations! I'm so happy! How far along? This is so cool!

Goto: www.babycenter.com and sign up! It's a God send! When we were TTC (trying to conceive), I signed up, and now I've a set of new girl friends that I've known for nearly 6 years now, all of us have babies (now 5 year olds) that were born in Nov. 1999!

(humming)

Children, go where I send thee
How shall I send thee....

- Kimmy

Mole, one of the best things about Mexican food, which has somehow remained largely undiscovered in the U.S. - except of course guacaMOLE. I suspect the northern version of guac is a little corrupt itself...

GC

Mole - pronounced mo'lay, not moo-lay (that would be for beef, right? LMAO). It's made with chocolate (unsweetened) and peanuts....it's a blackish sauce you cook the chicken in (or top enchiladas with). Super rich, and super good. It's a lot of work, but SO worth it!

I tried...I really did.

I tried to go back and read the 30+ pages that I've missed over the holiday weekend - but I just can't do it! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Anyone want to give me a quick rundown of what I've missed? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> If not, it's ok - onward and upward!

Good Monday Morning Idiotville!

Dearest Idiotville,
I am taking a leave of absence from my residency here. I'm going to try Realityville for a bit.

Don't get your panties in a wad, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I'm sure I will still be an idiot, once and idiot, always an idiot, isn't that the saying?

I will miss you, but please still email and keep in contact with me. I just need to step back into my life, I need a break from infidelity.

I will keep you all in my prayers, and I will always be wishing the best for you.

Kimmy, thanks for all your support, you bring a smile to everybody's face. I love you.

YL - you, like Kimmy, have made me realize I am not defined by my choice to have an A, thank you for that. Love to you.

Jen, you have been such a guide to me, I needed a friend during this lousy time, a friend who understood me, and you were it. Thank you Jen, I really appreciate you.

Starz, I love your name, you do shine and sparkle in my eyes. You are going to be fine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

DipiT, I so admire you, your brains, your humor, you have the entire package. You, like starz, will be okay.

Believer, keep these kids in line, K.

Weaver, you give such good advice, I have learned so much from you. You are a very fine "young" lady. I adore you.

Brown, your humor rocks, I'm sorry it is wasted on Liny, he probably never gets it, does he. What a shame. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You guys can make it, I'm sure of it.

WantedOut, I sure hope you find your happiness, and I hope it last a life time.

Liny, hey funny man, stay on the right path. You can do this. I'm soooo rooting for you.

RH, you always make me smile, thanks

Bob Pure, I absolutely adore you. I knew, right from the beginning you would make it. You are a perfect example of MB. I'm very proud of you, and extremely happy for you.

Robby, you know the saying, save the best for last, well, that doesn't necessarily apply here, I just wondered if you knew it? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Anyways, you always make me laugh, I so appreciate your humor. I applaud you for how well you are doing, and how you are not always in self pity mode. You are a great man, I hope you have a happy ending.

You all have lifted my spirits, put a smile on my face, you have never treated me as a FWW, Idiotville was a place of unconditional love for me, you all knew my history, yet you were still my friends. That is what I needed, and you all so generously gave that to me. I love you all so much, you will never truly understand just how much you mean to me.

I will always save you a seat on the short bus. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Love you bunch of idiots very much,
Jelly Bing

GC - My guac will curl your toes, it's so good.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Dearest Idiotville,
I am taking a leave of absence from my residency here. <hr /></blockquote>NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

KY - best of luck to you and ST. You guys seem like a great couple. I'll miss your great sense of humor.

And thanks for understanding me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi Kimmy

thank you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm sill convincing myself its all going to be ok and I suppose it will.. but I'd be so much more secure if I could talk to Aussie.... but I suppose its not yet to be.
Hurry up & wait is the life of a army wife!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

But my sis reckons about 5 weeks from my examination but wants me to go now for a scan and I think she also wants me to do a amniocentesis test as well. Bit scared of that because of the risk to the baby, but just have to suck it up & do it.

Jelly, I'm'a miss you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Kimmy... gimme!

GC

AW - They'll do the amnio, and you'll be fine. I've a few friends (whom I met at bbc) who've had them. My doc recommended it for me, but I declined - downs runs in dwh's family, but we'd already decided we'd keep the baby no matter what.

5 weeks - hmmmmm. That's still too little to see anything very clearly (excepting a very tiny p-nut - hehe). Gosh! I'm so excited for you...can you tell??? Lessee...lungs and heart are forming...babycenter says:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> How your baby's growing: Deep in your uterus your embryo is growing at a furious pace. At this point he's about the size of a sesame seed, and he looks more like a tiny tadpole than a human. He's now made up of three layers â€” the ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm â€” that will later form his organs and tissues. The cells are forming for his major organs, including his kidneys and liver, and his neural tube is beginning to develop. This neural tube â€” from which your baby's brain, spinal cord, nerves, and backbone will sprout â€” develops in the top layer, called the ectoderm. This layer will also give rise to his skin, hair, nails, mammary and sweat glands, and tooth enamel. His heart and circulatory system begin to form in the middle layer, or mesoderm. (This week, in fact, his tiny heart begins to divide into chambers and beat and pump blood.) The mesoderm will also form your baby's muscles, cartilage, bone, and subcutaneous (under skin) tissue. The third layer, or endoderm, will house his lungs, intestines, and rudimentary urinary system, as well as his thyroid, liver, and pancreas. In the meantime, the primitive placenta and umbilical cord, which deliver nourishment and oxygen to your baby, are already on the job.
<hr /></blockquote>Too cool. It's magic, isn't it?

GC - About 4 little avacados or two of those smooth skinned green ones - ripe, not overly mushy, but squished up good (depending on how chunky you like it)

Add:

2 cloves fresh garlic minced well
1 small onion diced
1-2 tomatoes, diced
Dash worchester
The juice of 1 lemon or lime
Salt to taste

If you like your guac to pica a bit (burn - hot - owie - num!) Use your fav salsa or pico de gallo instead of the 'maters (drained a little of course).

These are round about measurements, I usually measure nothing - just throw it all in and know it's gonna taste divine...

Jel-Bel, I kwym. It was almost a relief being away from the boards, but I did find myself wondering how my idjits were. Smackaroonies to you, ST and the boys!

ky

I need a break from infidelity.

GOD I understand that ! I'm SICK of it being the topic of every conversation on and offline !!!!!!!!!!!!! I just want to live my life now, but that life is flippin' INFIDELITY !!! ARRRRRGGHHHHH! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

All blessings darl.

Is it OK if I email ya ? Squid'll need you soon I feel if thats OK. If not say so & I'll wait till U ping.

{{{{KY}}}}

DWH and I have called a king's x on all conversations that would bring an argument at this point. 4 days, no lbing at my casa.

It is good, no? I dunno anymore. Still makes me blue when he gets HIS checkbook out. Def. trigger that he's removed himself from OUR account (which, to me, is still a horse's arsey thing to have done).

D'ya ever get the feeling that people are placed on your path so that you'll learn something? Fer instance, recently (before the king's x), I learned that I am a terrible listener when dwh and I talk. I was so keen on letting him know I understand, that I'd jump in and interrupt before he'd finish his thought. OY. I can only imagine how irritating that is. So now, I caution myself to listen FIRST, then speak. It's a hard habit to get out of....

Just some rambling. Sorry.

GC, you handsome terd, thanks. {{ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> }}

Bob, absulutely you can email me, and I will be waiting to chat with Squid. I will be thrilled to hear from her.

Kimmy, I also missed our Idiotville, but I really feel this is the best for my family. I need to fill myself with them.

WO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OOOOOOH, AW, congrats, I love babies, I'm going to steal me one soon. When are you due? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Town drunk is up for grabs, will we ever be able to fill that position???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ky

I know I'll be SOOooooo happy about it all, eventually, well its starting to dribble its way past the fog scars on the lobes and I'm sort of have this silly smile on my face. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

well I think I'm about 5 weeks which will mean lets see ..1+ = this div by that X 3 =
due date of 27 June .......... Winter baby

You'll have to drop by ky and rub my feet heh heh,
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
I'll be putting a list out for everyone to take a turn

Jelly - I'm a newbie here, but I'll miss 'ya!

Take a good break and then come back and visit us!

I'm on the night crew and I'll do my best to keep this at the top of the page!

Semper Fi,
RIF

15 years ago right now I went into labor. 16 hours (and a helluvalot of cussing) Z made his debut. I do believe his dad's chest hair never did grow back properly (after I ripped it out during a rather violent contraction). HEHE.

So totally worth it...even after 15 years.

Jelly - Take a break, but please come back. We will miss you. Check in from time to time.

AW - Be sure to get plenty of folic acid - for the baby's neural tube.

Kimmy - Here is the mole recipe. Long, but worth it.

Â· *6 C Turkey stock
Â· 5 chilhuacle negro chiles, or substitute ancho chiles**, seeded, stemmed
Â· 5 guajillo chiles, or substitute dried New Mex. chiles, seeded, stemmed
Â· 4 pasilla chiles, seeded, stemmed
Â· 4 mulatto chiles, or use ancho, seeded, stemmed
Â· 2 chipotle chiles, seeded, stemmed
Â· 1 medium white onion, cut in quarters
Â· 6 cloves garlic
Â· 2 Tbs whole almonds
Â· 2 Tbs shelled, skinned peanuts
Â· 2-4 Tbs lard*** (or use vegetable oil if you must)
Â· 2 tsp raisins
Â· 1 slice bread (prefer Challa or egg bread)
Â· 1 small ripe plantain, or use a small banana
Â· 1/2 C sesame seeds
Â· 2 pecan halves
Â· 1" Mexican cinnamon stick
Â· 2 whole peppercorns
Â· 2 whole cloves
Â· 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Â· 5 fresh tomatillos, chopped
Â· 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Â· 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Â· 1 bar, or to taste of Ibarra chocolate, or other Mexican chocolate
Â· 1 avocado leaf, omit or use bay leaf
Â· salt to taste
Â· fresh tortillas
Procedure:
1. Simmer the turkey in the stock until tender, about 30 min. Remove, keep warm and reserve stock
2. Toast the chiles, or fry them in lard, until just darkened -- don't let them burn. Place in bowl, cover with hot water until soft, about 30 min.
3. Puree chiles in blender, adding the soaking water if needed to form a paste.
4. Roast the garlic and onion in the same pan until slightly brown, then remove.
5. Toast the almonds and peanuts slightly, remove.
6. Toast the chile seeds until dark but don't let burn.
7. Heat 2 Tbs lard in skillet and fry raisins until plump, remove and drain.
8. Fry bread until brown, remove.
9. Fry plantains until brown, remove.
10. Add more lard if needed, and fry sesame seeds at low heat until slightly brown, stirring often.
11. Add pecans, brown and remove and drain.
12. Toast the cinnamon, peppercorns and cloves lightly in a dry pan. Let cool, and grind in a molcajete or grinder.
13. In a blender or processor puree nuts, sesame seeds, bread and pecans; use small batches if needed.
14. Add onions, garlic, plantains and puree. Remove, then puree tomatoes and tomatillos.
15. Heat the remaining lard in a large heavy pot and fry the chile paste until dry, but don't let it burn.
16. Add tomato puree and fry until liquid is gone.
17. Add ground spices, nut/bread mixture, pureed onion mixture, oregano and thyme.
18. Heat to a simmer while stirring constantly, add chocolate.
19. Toast the avocado leaf over open flame briefly, then add to mixture.
20. Slowly add reserved turkey stock to mixture until mixture will just coat a spoon.
21. Salt to taste.
22. Simmer for 5 min, then add chicken and heat thru.
23. Serve with tortillas and spoon over with the sauce!
Yield: 4-6 servings
(*Note 1: This is your basic turkey stock with onions, garlic, carrots celery, bay leaf and thyme, plus 1 allspice berry, 1 clove and 1 whole chile de arbol.)
(**Note 2: For all chiles, save the seeds. Substituted chiles are more readily available in the US.)
(***Note 3: Lard is essential for the best flavor. Turkey is traditional, a small amount of beef and pork are also used to enhance flavor.)

Thank you Believer!!!!!!!! I'm doing the happy, happy, joy, joy dance!

Adding all to my grocery list....geeze. Everything in it but piloncillo....but that would make it too sweet. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

- Kimmy

Kimmy -

My roommates are from Oaxaca. I have learned to make all kinds of different food. I love to cook, and get so tired of the same old thing.

We still have tons of leftovers from Thanksgiving.

There's a ton of ways to make mole, so you could use the sauce a hundred dif. ways, and still have something different. I'm hungry now!

Jelly, you have been a bright spot in my life for the past 5 months. Coming here to idiotville with you and Robby and just lurking some while you guys were back and forth FUNNY!!! was sometimes the only joy in my day. Please consider coming back sometime as we need you here. No lie.

I certainly understand needing a break, though, and I just hope you will come back and share more of your natural joy with us. I will miss you very much.

KY, if you are still reading -

Fare thee well, young lassie! Meeting you here on MB was most certainly a gift.

And I have your email, and you have mine. If you ever make it up to BFE again let me know. Maybe we can share a box of Mackinac Island fudge.

Will miss you. All my best to ST and those cute little boys too!

Good grief you guys. Can't you just go buy a jar of mole????? That's what I do.

How many ingredients did you say that had Believer?
Good lord!

Jelly: Not sure if you'll get this here, but I'll cc ya. Thanks for helping to make me comfortable in this place. I wasn't there at the beginning of the original idiotville thread, but...but what? I don't know. It was just the right timing. I believe that I was overloaded with the regular Marriage Builders discussion board and coming to Idiotville allowed me to get the love and support I needed at a time when my self esteem was low. Thanks so much, but not just to you Jelly, ST too and all you other idiots out here.

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

Weaver - Would an Idiot do it the easy way? Anyway this recipe is yummy, and makes the whole house smell yummy.

RIF - Back to fishing. Let's see - we catch trout in the lakes and streams. In the ocean, we try to catch halibut, and occasionally do. Also for the last several months, the bonita tuna have been running. They are delicious. We get sharks, sand bass, and sometimes octopus.

At night we get croakers, and millions of mackerall, which I make into fish cakes that are delicious. Also we get grunnion that you fry whole, head and tail and all. They are good too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 RIF - Back to fishing. Let's see - we catch trout in the lakes and streams. In the ocean, we try to catch halibut, and occasionally do. Also for the last several months, the bonita tuna have been running. They are delicious. We get sharks, sand bass, and sometimes octopus.

At night we get croakers, and millions of mackerall, which I make into fish cakes that are delicious. Also we get grunnion that you fry whole, head and tail and all. They are good too. <hr /></blockquote>I just got an e-mail from my buddy back home and he's going to take me to Toledo Bend while I'm home on R&R... hopefully the bass will be biting!

DipiT, we need a press release, no wait, a Proclamation! Itâ€™s time for an Idiotville Celebration !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Iâ€™ve tried to write this all day and just canâ€™t seem to get the words â€œgood enough.â€

Although I am sad for personal and selfish reasons, I am so very happy for Jelly & ST. Iâ€™ve felt this day coming and have dreaded it immensely, again for selfish reasons. I have grown to love Jelly, like a little sister, very much. (She is much younger than I am, ya know!) Jelly, you made me laugh, you made me cry but most importantly you have the innate ability to hold up a mirror in front of me and get me to like what I see again.

I wish we had never met, but only for the horrible circumstances that caused it. Since we did I am better man in no small part because of you. I owe you a huge debt of gratitude and hope that I can someday help you as much as you have helped me.

As for the rest of you, I love ya, but Iâ€™d mow you all down in a parking lot just to see Jelly smile! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

DipT-

Clean that up for me will ya? Put it in an official town memo thingy and punch it up a bit.

Probably want to reword that whole â€œmow ya all downâ€ part, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I mean it's true and all... but that message is probably better for just her, not a bunch of Idiots....

See what you can do with it... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby - I know you don't mean it about running us all down in a parking lot - after all, it would surely ruin your car.

RIF - We fish for bass too. In fact we have a "pet" large mouth bass that we caught and brought home for the aquarium. It is very small, about 3 inches, but boy does he eat - goldfish, crickets, you name it.

Dear Taco Bell,

I had a Steak Fajita Grilled Stuffed Burrito for dinner last night. It was yummy! Keep up the good work!

Dear Glad Products Company,

I have been using a lot of your large trash bags (with drawstrings) lately. They sure are strong! Keep up the good work!

Dear Gerber Products Company,

My one year old son absolutely loves your Graduates Animal Crackers. They ARE just right for picking up! Keep up the good work!

DipiT-

I think I'm having problems with my email! I haven't heard anything back from you about the Jelly proclamation. Did you get my messages?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby - Hey - how's that book coming?

Hey Mr. Mayor! Sending off for free coupons? How's it going this evening?

Hi Believer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey believer, hey RIF!!

I've sent a bunch of emails tonight... how'd you know? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I haven't made much progress on the book lately. Want a list of excuses? I've been really busy with the move the past few weeks and got sick. Went to Dr. this morning though. Got me some antibiotics!! I'm sure I'll be fine! I'll get back to the book soon!

How are y'all?

hey Robbie - all is well over here... starting another day. 12 more days until I fly home for R&R!!!!

RIF - R&R Yeah! It's about time you got a break.

Robby - Sorry you're sick. That sucks.

Last year for Thanksgiving I was in the emergency room with all of the idiots that cut themselves trying to open thier turkeys!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

This year was an improvement!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey N/S Idiots!

Robby, you almost made me cry with that. (Or was it me tring to make that mole?)

Alright, ladies...need some help here...ate at a mexican restaurant soe years back with brown and i had some sort of chocolate chicken. could it have been this mole? if it is something different and you may have some ideas, please send me the recipe (only if it's under 10 ingredients though! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

KY: I know--I still owe you and ST an email with an attachment. I'll get to the email real soon! The sentiment is the same here re: MB. How I visualize it? A counselour one as been seing for years and grown so fond of; shared memories, laughs, tears. And one day the patient realizes it's time. The counselour has a grin, but sadness that these experiences won't be shared again.

Then the 2:30 appointment comes in. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'll write more. But we will certainly miss you. I know I came in at the tail end of Jelly! and will always be thankful to believer she wooed me here. (And that's another "i'll write more" but not now.) You complement MB and Idiotville very well. Brown and I of course only pray for the best for you! (Come to think of it, that would be pretty warped praying only the worst...what a contradiction!) Anyway, I'm babbling now. One more for the road...

"A guy walks into a bar. Says, 'Ah ****! Who the hell put that there?!?!?'"

{{{KY/ST}}}

Hey LINY - How are you doing this evening?

Hey Bob - I see you lurking out there <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

evening & morning to all you idjits today!

just watched the midweek lotto draw e.g. AW's Investment & Retirement plan .... still poor
.. sigh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

government has just removed any 'Retirement Age' from Social Security act, Superannuation Act etc etc.... translation.. die at your desk, factory, construction site, open mine or workshop... sigh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I just killed Aussies car, Oops, well I didn't damage the diff going fishing did I <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

$1100 plus labour BUT I had a plan, a cunning plan..... I was going to get a diff from Jap parts imports - out of near new cars in Japan where they have to get rid of cars every 2 or3 years - and fit it myself!! I mean if I can do a farm tractor I can do a van right??
But DS & DD dobbed me in to their Aunty Jane who vetoed it because of baby, lifting blah blah blah, not a invalid you know <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

So new van or used van ? $10,000 + for diesel turbo thats 2 - 3 yrs old ..big sigh

Well at least I get to select this time I suppose <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY -

The chocolate chicken is chicken mole. I think Kimmy will have a shorter recipe.

Hope you and Brown are doing well. How is the G thing going?

RIF - Good job on the night shift. I think we could run this thread up to 2,000 before the mayor wakes up.

Believer, the sea was chocolate milk brown this morning, and the weather man said the swells were at 8 ft. I STILL saw guys heading for the ramp with their boats....effing zealots!

Last week, we had picture perfect fishing weather, and the sea was trout green.

Today, we finally have "cold" weather. It's in the 40s. People here are freaking. Dorks. The guy at the checkout at HEB asked me if it was still cold and going on about how he hates the cold. Um, hello? The sun's not even up - it's not really that cold, and my throat feels like I've swallowed glass....I'm THANKFUL for the cool weather. Hot and humid (like it was yesterday) would be miserable for me right now (it was in the 80s yesterday). And dude wants to chit chat. Personally, I think he liked hearing my husky 1-900 # type voice. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

(sip of TheraFlu)

Okay. I'm delirious. I'm rambling. Someone talk to me...... Sing me a song....SOMETHING!

Mornin' Idiots.

Morning Believer & D-de...

Only 19 more posts to go to 2,000...

Great, now everyone answers, and I have to go to work. I'll probably miss the mark (again). Watch out for Robby, I see him and RH lurking.

C'mon RIF, where's my song. I can't sing today...I can barely talk (in fact, my boss said he liked my voice and keeps coming in to make me talk....yeah, yeah, he can dish it out...but can he TAKE it??? NOOOOOOOO)

At least a cadance:

I dunno but I've been told....

Finish it for me! Sing it loud and sing it proud!

Good morning Idiotville, your 411 information lady checking in. It is 40 degrees in sunny Southern California this morning and to us wimps that is COLD. Had a minor fender bender on our lovely overcrowded LA freeway yesterday. The woman rear ended me. No damage to speak of to my car and I am feeling ok this am. Poor thing was so freaked out, she was a lovely Korean woman and her little girl was crying. So I got her name, address and phone # (I gave her all of my insurance info)but since she was so shook up I told just to call me. My H thought I was an IDIOT, because I didn't even write down the license plate of the car. oops, but I was certain this woman would call...and she did!

Well that is my story this morning, I have to get ready for work. DS already off to school on the bus and DD needs to get her rear end of the couch and ready for school.

Have a great day!

PS Is the mole hard to make? I love mole and the last time I got it in a restaurant it was AWFUL! Some novelle cuisine mexican restaurant that made it too sweet, yuck.

Beleiver,

I'm not lurking! I don't lurk!! I posted 3 minutes before you did this morning!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry you're sick De, joing the club. Sux, huh? Hope you feel better soon!

Morning all!

D-de - How about this one... All my bags are packed and I'm ready to go (on R&R)..... I'm leavin on a C-130..., and I don't ever want to come back again! Well, that's not how the song goes, but hey, gotta make it fit, right?

Morning FF... How are you doing this AM?

Morning Mr. Mayor!...

Morning mayor. Sorry, I shoulda known you wouldn't lurk.

Kimmy, I'm sick too. I thought I was over it, so like an idiot I went out over the weekend. Twice.

I'm s'posda rehearse tonight, but I cannot sing.

Green tea w/ginger is all I'm drinking now...

GC

GC - Go to your drugstore and buy Halls Defense Multi Blend with vitamin C, Echinacea and zinc. Pop a few of those and you'll be feeling MUCH better by the days end. I also drink GoodEarth brand parmaceutical tea. It's got meadowsweet flower, thyme, licorice root, plantain leaf, echinacea, elder flower and peppermint. Very good, and just sniffing the steam helps.

Hugs, but no breathing on each other....

- Kimmy

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 GC - Go to your drugstore and buy Halls Defense Multi Blend with vitamin C, Echinacea and zinc. Pop a few of those and you'll be feeling MUCH better by the days end. I also drink GoodEarth brand parmaceutical tea. It's got meadowsweet flower, thyme, licorice root, plantain leaf, echinacea, elder flower and peppermint. Very good, and just sniffing the steam helps.
<hr /></blockquote>crunchy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

This is not licks, Robby. THis is me sticking my tongue out at you:

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

'Course my tongue is dyed red from my Halls drops, but still.

I do rather resemble that crunchy remark, tho.

Housewifes tip circa 2004....

to get over that annoying bug drop 3 Berocca tabs into half glass of ICY cold water, pour in one can of Red Bull , to get those wings on your shoulders because your an angel doing all that housework, then quarter bottle of vodka, some crushed ice, shaken but not stirred......... drink if you dare........you'll feel NOTHING for about 3 days & should be over the bug by then.......... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin' to you RIF. I am doing well this morning. Had MC last night and I think we are headed in the right direction. H is still in the angry phase but at least he can talk about it. The main thing stuck in his mind is that he feels I didn't choose him back then, that he was just the default after I decided FOM would not be a good step father. I understand how he feels, but I know it is not true. I did chose him just failed to let him know that all these years. He is doing a great job of working it all out in his mind why I did not tell him the truth. He has grown so much these past few months. I really love him! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

For you sickies, if you have Trader Joes in your area they have a tea called Throat Coat. Great stuff to at least help with the yucky throat. Hope you feel better soon, my H is sick too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Well, I sure hope I don't catch what's going around in I-ville! I hope everyone gets to feeling better!

Hey, only 6 more posts to #2,000.... so who's gonna be the lucky idiot????

Hi ya RIF

not long for you now until R & R!!!

And I think YOU are safe from what I have caught anyway...LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just don't drink out of the same cup as AW....oy! That's a mental image there!

Hi AW! Hey, I said that saying to my Aussie friend today and he didn't punch me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> He said that's a very common saying in Aussiland... waaaa hoooo!!! 11 days and counting!!!!

Hey D-De - did you see the song I sang for you??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

3 more posts until #2,000.... so who's it going to be???

You sing very, very sweetly, RIF.

I feel better. Sounds like....um....Seasame Chicken for lunch today.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Just don't drink out of the same cup as AW....oy! That's a mental image there!
<hr /></blockquote>LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

oh oh got to go to bed its 2 am & my DD just told me off after waking up & finding me sitting here...again <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

and she sits & watches me until I eat what she gives me for dinner ... I thought I was the parent here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

crikey I'm pregnant, my brains are NOT dribbling out of my ears!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I know. I remember how it was. Geez. You get pg, and the world puts on kid gloves. It's not like women have been birthing babies since....um, I dunno...FOR FREAKING EVER!

(tho it is nice that all the men get more gentlemanly when they notice a basketball shaped tummy....doors just magically open themselves at that time)

ATTENTION ALL IDIOTS----

Aussieswife had post #2,000

and Kimmy hit post #1,700

ahem... Mr. Mayor, I think the keys to the city and free drinks for all will do nicely! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Good night everyone...

well just before bed I was listening to this song Aussie did .... yeah I'm just soppy I know.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> sniffle

RIF good one to play for your wife !!

YOU AND MY GUITAR - (John williamson)

This guitar only sings the way I play it,
It's part of me, just like another arm
It started out as a little ukulele,
When I was just a boy on the farm

My fingers were too lazy for piano
But I could hold a tune pretty good
And I couldn't sing a song with a trombone
So I taught myself to play this piece of wood

But I know you are staying beside me
True lovers we both feel the pain
And I'd throw this old box on the fire
Before I'd ever lose you again.

Well you never did like this old job, did you darling?
'Cause the job takes your man away from you
One day I'll write a song for you darling,
That'll be the very best that I can do

Will it be a song about a wild wind,
With thunderclap and flashes of blue
Or will it be a song about an angel?
It'll never be as beautiful as you

This guitar only sings the way I play it,
It's part of me, just like another arm
It started out as a little ukulele,
When I was just a boy on the farm

But now I am a man with a woman
The words I wanna say won't come through
No matter where this guitar's gonna take us
It'll never be as beautiful as you.

CHORDS

C Am C Am

C Am
This guitar only sings the way I play it,

C Am
It's part of me, just like another arm

F G
It started out as a little ukulele,

Am G C
When I was just a boy on the farm

C Am
My fingers were too lazy for piano

C Am
But I could hold a tune pretty good

F G
And I couldn't sing a song with a trombone

Am G C
So I taught myself to play this piece of wood

Am F
But I know you are staying beside me

G C
True lovers we both feel the pain

Am F
And I'd throw this old box on the fire

G C
Before I'd ever lose you again.

Thank you all for your kind good-byes, I will miss you.

To Robby,
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Iâ€™ve tried to write this all day and just canâ€™t seem to get the words â€œgood enough.â€

Although I am sad for personal and selfish reasons, I am so very happy for Jelly & ST. Iâ€™ve felt this day coming and have dreaded it immensely, again for selfish reasons. I have grown to love Jelly, like a little sister, very much. (She is much younger than I am, ya know!) Jelly, you made me laugh, you made me cry but most importantly you have the innate ability to hold up a mirror in front of me and get me to like what I see again.

I wish we had never met, but only for the horrible circumstances that caused it. Since we did I am better man in no small part because of you.
<hr /></blockquote>Cut, copy, paste, print, SAVE FOR LIFE!!!
You had me at "although" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You went and got all mushy on me, I love mush. I can't let this post slip by without a proper reply.

I owe you a huge debt of gratitude and hope that I can someday help you as much as you have helped me.

You silly, silly man, you have made me smile on so many occasions when I felt it was impossible, you owe me nothing, you are paid in full.

I have 2 older brothers, I'm the baby, (surprise) I adore both my brothers, I'm very close to them, and you Robby, bring out those same mushy feelings in me as they do. I adore you, I truly do.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> As for the rest of you, I love ya, but Iâ€™d mow you all down in a parking lot just to see Jelly smile!
<hr /></blockquote>And I would give up chocolate for life, to see the same from you.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> {{{{{{{{robby)))))))) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I love my Idiotville family and especially my much older brother Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You're a sweetie, JellyBing. We love you more than we love our luggage.

KY, D-de, Robby, and everyone else -

You are my sunshine
My only sunshine
You make me happy
When skies are grey,
You'll never know,dear,
How much I love you
Please don't take my sunshine away.

Ok, now everyone sing along >>>>

{{{Idiotville}}}

Hey Star! I was thinking of you this morning! How are you? When is your venison gonna be ready from the butcher? Did you get him to make jerky and sausage? When do I expect my package of Christmas/Birthday jerky to arrive????

(hehehehe)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Actually, we process our own meat - I think they boys will make most of it into sausage. I've been so busy lately - so much work to do here to catch up and now it's time for all the concerts and stuff. Bah. Humbug.

I've also been really busy last 2 days keeping an eye on IB. He hasn't been in contact with Curly as much the last 2 days, at least not that I can tell. I feel slightly hopeful, but don't want to get my hopes up too much. Don't need another hard crash, you know? But his behavior patterns have changed quite a bit the last couple days. She could be out of town, but I don't think so. Will just keep watching for the rest of the week and see what develops. I just keep hoping that all the prayers of so many people are being answered.

I like to pray when I'm on the deerstand. Weird, huh? This weekend I prayed that there would just be a turning point, one way or the other. I've been in limbo so long. Maybe this is what I am seeing. Will let you know.

Yep, gloomy weather here, too. More rain, and temperatures in the low 30s tonight. I don't mind the temperature, but when it's damp at the same time .....

Must go home now - will check in later this evening. Love you all.

So no Birthday/Christmas jerky????

(((sniff, sob, sniff <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> )))

I know, I'm about as subtle as a heart attack.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hello Idiots. I'm sorry everybody isn't feeling so good.

I will miss KY. I hope you can do whatever it is that you need to do and be better for you, ST and the kids and stuff. Please e-mail LINY (although he owes you a pic - if he can find one hahahahaha - I really hate getting my picture taken). Peace and love to you guys.

As for you other idiots. I just wanted to pop in and say hello.

I'll check in later (Oh and I don't remember if I liked the Chicken Mole or not ..... hint hint .... that was so long ago that we went out to dinner .... does TGIF count as going out for dinner .... and the last time we had that we phoned ahead and LINY picked it up ..... I do that with alot of places, b/c you get the same food and the best seat in the house <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Hey Brown! You and LINY give each other smackaroonies for me.

- Kimmy

Starz,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I like to pray when I'm on the deerstand. Weird, huh? This weekend I prayed that there would just be a turning point, one way or the other. I've been in limbo so long. Maybe this is what I am seeing. Will let you know.

<hr /></blockquote>What has really helped for me during the worst of times and even leading up to my H learning the truth about MY A was praying for the truth. I remember when my H resumed his A with OW #2, we were in MC and he was back home but I just KNEW something was going on but he denied, denied, denied. I sat in my car in tears praying for God to just show me the truth no matter how painful. OW outed H a few days later. Same prayer on my end was God please tell me if I need to confess my sins to my H and guess what? Few days later FOM's W called my H. We are doing better little by little every day.

Morning Believer! Oops, its evening now as I write this. Sorry to have it look like I was lurking. I usually try to post at least once a day (after reading all the pages since my last post/read). Its getting to be all I can do just to keep up each day and still try to continue with recovering my life.

Anyway, sorry if it looked like I was lurking. Idiotville hugs to all.

{{{{{all}}}}}

P.S. Miss your posts Jelly!

P.P.S. Hey mayor, could you make an announcement to have posters turn off their signature after their first post of the day. It would take up less governmental space here in Idiotville and maybe make for less pages to read? Just a thought. Hope you're doing well!

Hi Kimmy - I will when I see him ... he's at he11 right now. I hate him going to work at night. I know it's not good for us. I stayed home today ... I just felt alittle yucky ... and I just wasn't up to work (I work at he11 also).

***EDITED by Brown due to contents of a depressing nature***

I know what KY and Bob were talking about ... the topic of "life" has been about the infidelity ... I wish that woman (and other various names that Pat would surely edit) would go away!!!! URGH!!!

Anyway Mayor how's the "mess" and the move?

RIF - you'll be on R&R soooooooooo sooooooooon YEAH!!!!

AW - take it easy (if you can)

Believer - {{{HUGS}}}

RIF: Ok, just wanted to clear up another misconception. Post 2000 can be attributed to Dealan-de.

If you go to the IP:Logged and hold your cursor over it, a web url will pop up in the status box at the bottom of your browser. If you look at the first post of the thread, its actually numbered "0" so therefore post 1999 is actually 2000.

So Kimmy wins and Aussieswife will now have to return all the cash and prizes. Sorry AW, can't retire just yet. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

While I'm at it.

Starz: So you guys process your own deer? Excellent! We usually do too. I didn't really feel like shooting one this year. So on Monday, I played the dog and chased three to my brother in law and two neighbors that never shot one before. (My bil had to show them how to kill the poor thing first, but we had fun none the less). Still have almost two weeks to get one yet, but on top of still trying to finish the shed, closing on two properties today, I didn't want to have to butcher a deer or two. I was thinking if I got one just taking it to a local butcher and getting some jerky and slim jims made. They're good for eating when we're watching football. Yummy!

(Plus, it've been kinda warm lately and I was worried about leaving it hang. I usually let them hang for about 1-2 days before butchering. My boy likes to help grind the meat into hamburger and then I usually mix in about 5 lbs. of pork trimmings to about 20-25 lbs of deer burger. Helps it to cook/taste better.)

My question for you. When you make sausage, what all is entailed? Do you have a recipe? Do you stuff it in casing or just keep it like ground beef? Thanks in advance for your answers to this inquisitive mind.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Three in a row and I kill the thread again.
hehehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
J/K

Hi Brown! Give LINY a smooch for me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

***Edited to add - Hope you're feeling better soon Brown***

P.S. Whenever I see your name I always think of the company that delivers packages. Hey, LINY does she deliver? Sorry, maybe that humor was inappropriate?

(HI! LINY and everyone else.)

[ November 30, 2004, 05:25 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

RH - I'm working on it.

I'll answer for LINY .... when I want to ..... hehehehe

And what's funnier is both our sons are working for UPS for the holiday season as driver's helpers. So I hope "brown" gets things done and they pay us some rent.

Bambi Burgers !!!! No thank you !!!!

Evening Idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Finishing up the move tonight...

Of course I thought of all of you when I planned this so my pc will be the last thing to go. I won't get cable modem access back until Thursday between 12 and 2. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm sure I'll find some other way to post.

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

Morning/Evening I-Ville!

Hi Kimmy - My brother makes the best bambi jerky in the world... he's sending me some for Christmas <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey FF - I posted on your other thread.... sounds like you guys are doing well!

Hey Brown - Good to see you! How are you and LINY doing??? You guys ARE going to make it... hang tough! Can't believe that you don't like Bambi Burgers... they're soooo yummy!!! 10 days and counting!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Thread Killer - ooops I mean RH! Good to see you too!... So Kimmy had post #2,000 & personal post #1,700 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> ... now where's Mr. Mayor with the free prizes and drinks???

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
P.P.S. Hey mayor, could you make an announcement to have posters turn off their signature after their first post of the day. It would take up less governmental space here in Idiotville and maybe make for less pages to read? <hr /></blockquote>Sounds like work to me!

Just don't read after the -------'s <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good evening everybody!

I have missed so much! Jelly, I didn't even really know you.....but you founded this place, and it keeps me lighthearted....thank you so much, and I wish the best for you and your family.

Recovering H - oh come on.....what's a little thread-kill <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ? Didn't you notice how many times I posted 3 times in a row? And mostly for no good reason! What better way to show your committment to I-ville? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi RIF, brown, starz, D-d, Operator (ff) and Mr. Mayor......

It's cold here, too (a whopping 40 degrees, but I'm ready to curl up in the warmth of the bed.....do miss the warm body to cuddle up to, though <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )

Oh well, hoping for sunny weather the next couple of days, even though I don't expect to be able to see it!

Have a good night everybody! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> LIT heading to bedddddddddy bye.....mmmmmmmm warmth. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

BTW-

It's 63 degrees here right now and I'm sweating my [censored] off moving all this stuff!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor! How are you doing this evening?

Good night L.I.T <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Anybody seen Bob around lately? Where's the rest of the night shift???

Hey RIF - I'm hanging in there. I'm just very tired.

Hi Brown... well get some sleep and rest up. Hope you get to feeling better!

RIF: Thread Killer? I like it, maybe in time I'll change my name to that, since I had been looking for one.

L.I.T: Thread kill? Starz and I have a running joke, it's who can kill this thread (she's the more accurate shooter), but everytime, well maybe not everytime, but quite often there for awhile, one of us would come on and "kill the thread" and then the other would say something like "you didn't kill the thread I did." Well, they gave the sharp shooters job to Starz so you figure it out. We still like to joke about it.

Mr. Mayor: Maybe you could have your press secretary make the announcement? Ahhh, nevermind. Notice how I left my signature in the message after my request. What an idiot! *(me that is)*

Evening, Idiotville--

Night shift reporting for duty. How is everyone tonight?? I had a wonderful day off: a great yoga workout, and chicken caesar salad lunch, and meetings (I ran into a friend!), and decorating for the holidays, and children, and puppies. It was GREAT. I may SMELL a little gamey, but it was a very good day.

Tonight, I had a friend call me who is an emotional vampire (you know, sucking the life out of you), so I'm feeling a little like I'm stuck alone on a mountain in the Rockies. It's a clear, cold night (teens and lower)--the moon is waning--and I can honestly say that tonight is a night that I wish I was with someone rather than alone.

Frank Sinatra...take me away!

CJ

Hey CJ! good to see you! Don't know where the rest of the night shift is... I haven't seen Bob in a while...

AW should be around in a bit and perhaps KiwiJ...

Howdy, RIF! Hey, it's good to hear from you! How's the desert? Here in the high desert of the Rockies, it's a typical COLD night. It's one of those nights that's so cold and clear, you can feel your breath in your lungs! I love that!

Did you notice anything funny? The night shift (You, Bob, KiwiJ, etc.) are all on the other side of the globe! It looks like I'm the only nightowl on MB who's from the U.S.! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

There's not much to report here. My dog is sleeping at my feet, and my cat snores. I started holiday decorating today, and that always lifts my holiday spirits and gets me in the mood (for the HOLIDAYS! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> ). I had corned beef hash for dinner. Geez, my life is a SNOOZE!

CJ

P.S. My idiot thing for the day was a great one: I set the alarm for the right time in the a.m., but forgot to turn it on! OY, the life of a nightowl for me!

Hey CJ - Yeah, not many on the other side of the pond are up this late! I haven't seen Bob or AW or KiwiJ today... they must be busy.

It hasn't gotten too cold here yet... low's at night in the mid 30's, highs are still in the mid 60's...

Oh, that sounds so lovely and temperate!

Here in the Rockies, we had snow over the weekend (I mean SNOW!), so it melts just a little during the day and then we can skate on it after sunset. In the shade of the big trees, etc. the snow doesn't melt AT ALL, so some spots are slush, some are slick ice, and some are piled snow! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

So, DARN! Where is everybody?? Okay, I give AW a free pass since she's pg. In my first month or so, I felt EXHAUSTED, so maybe she's day-napping--although if I know her she's watching a sporting event unknown here in the U.S.--something like "Kangaroo hurling" or "Pigmy jumping". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How many more days now until R&R??

CJ

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FaithfulNewCJ:
 So, DARN! Where is everybody?? Okay, I give AW a free pass since she's pg. In my first month or so, I felt EXHAUSTED, so maybe she's day-napping--although if I know her she's watching a sporting event unknown here in the U.S.--something like "Kangaroo hurling" or "Pigmy jumping" . <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How many more days now until R&R??

CJ <hr /></blockquote>10 days and counting!!! kangaroo hurling he he he... too funny!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey AW - better get in here and defend yourself... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm coming ........wait !! throwing tea on table, fish & chips fom the corner smlls yummy and then as I try to swallow a quick bite,, bluurp yucky ...I hate this !!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> If I dont get better its his fault!!

put the tins in the fridege, the sliced ham in the cupboard, then thought ahh somethings wrong .... checked washing umm forgot to turn it on ....
mmm confused <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

so thought stuff it no use worrying I'll have a nice bath, turn the spa on , relax,,,, no towels for got to hang out this morning...... big sigh and then I said oh well sit down have a coffee and,,,,,,hang on O/S phone call coming in be right back to you guys....

anyone still up?? or up and awake??

Hi AW,

How are you feeling this morning? Haven't seen Bob or Kiwi at all...

I'll be up for a while longer...

hey RIF

did you like the guitar song I posted for you to play for your lovely wife when you get home??? LOL

start learning it now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

well pretty much ok, got a call from the office of the Defence Minister a little while ago to say there may be news report tonight or tomorrow that says contact has been lost with Aussies team in Iraq, they are not sure if it will run or not,
of course I went all shakey, <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> but not to worry, I was told, it was a temp equipment malfuncion for 12 hours & all is ok, they just wanted to let all the NOK know asap.
Well I guess its something isn't it, I suppose the pollies don't want to be shown to be insensitive do they? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I mean they could have told me the good news first couldn't they!! Stupid jerks!!

Good morning Idiotville! I want to thank you for letting me join the idiots these are the first laughs I have had in weeks! RIF, 10 more days! You must be so excited. AW, sounds like you are having what I liked to call the pregnancy "stupids". It is the only time in life you have an excuse to be an idiot! Take advantage of it you can blame everything you do on it. I remember locking myself out of my car twice during my last pg. Hope everyone is feeling better.

hi FF

we should start a who did the silliest thing while pregnant thread..LOL

With our second, we were living on a farm and had to use a wood stove for heating and cooking as well as power in case power failed, as it does in the bush <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well I came home from shopping in the nearby town, and put the shopping away. Then being around 4 pm, getting cold & dark I also loaded up the wood store for the night - you just know that on a cold night the power will fail don't you !
Anyway 5 pm comes around, Aussie comes home early, I followed him around as he dropped his boots, uniform etc as he walked.. hey I was only 20 guys - and as we got to the kitchen he went to the fridge to get a beer, and there lo & behold was the nicely stacked jarrah timber for the fire !! he opened the wood store and found the food heh heh , but the wood was so neatly stacked you know...LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey AW - I've copied the song, but haven't tried it out yet... I can play, or I can sing, but I have a hard time doing both at the same time.... I'm such an idiot with a guitar!

Hey FF - Glad that you joined us! It's fun to let lose and not worry so much about "serious stuff".... So what was your job again???

AW -

Sorry the call scared you. Aussie and the others are in my prayers. I just wish this whole thing was over.

Maybe Idiotville should send out a search party to find Bin Laden. Idiots might be able to find another idiot.

Hey Believer - Believe me, we've got lots of people looking for UBL over here... I wouldn't really call them idiots.... they've all got lots of guns!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I keep hoping that they'll catch UBL soon and then the'll let us all go home early!!!

RIF -

Are they still bombing in the caves? I thought that was a good idea. Sooner or later they are going to at least make his life pretty miserable.

They have a huge reward for him. I can't believe someone hasn't told where he is!

Hi Believer - Yeah, the planes take off all the time around here... so I'm sure that we're still finding things to bomb... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> I like what the "Spooky" guys say... "You can run, but you'll just die tired" .... he he he

I think the biggest "hit" to UBL and AQ was the election on 9 October. Afghanistan is moving towards freedom and UBL and his kind are reduced to hiding in caves on the Pakistani/Afghan border... and they can't do a thing to stop it.

I expect UBL is pretty miserable right about now... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF - Hopefully they will find him soon. The Pakistani's are supposed to be looking for him too. Do you think they are really trying?

I'm amazed they can't find him. Must be we have no good spies at all any more. Or perhaps our government lacks the competence to run a good spy outfit. They certainly have the means.

RIF, does anybody think he may have gone into China?

GC

Gray - The reward is something like $25 million. Sooner or later, someone will turn against him.

hi all, anyone still around today?
I snuck off to have a nice quite spa bath & fell asleep for a while.

Unfortunately then I'm awake all hours especially as I'm having trouble sleeping anyway while his nibs is away.

RIF I'll test you before you go home!!
It would really be soemthing to see you sing that to her...LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

MAybe w'll have to get you to send a photo or two of it..heh heh

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RIF, does anybody think he may have gone into China? <hr /></blockquote>Hey GC - That's a new one for me! I haven't heard anyone around here mention China...

Most of the guys think he's up in the mountains between Pakistan & Afghanistan or maybe even in Iran.

AW - Your pg story is hilarious! I'll have to think back through my 3 and remember the things I did. Fortunately(or unfortunately)age seems to be my excuse these days for not remembering anything. LOL

RIF- I am the 411 information lady that doesn't really know the answers. edited to add: But I would be happy to make the answers up!

GC- Wondering what the quote in your sig line is from?

I am learning a lot about Afghanistan from you all. All we seem to hear about is Iraq, not much about Osama Bin Laden these days. Hope they find him soon.

[ December 01, 2004, 10:50 AM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

The worst thing with PG is that I wont be able to get my new bathers for this summer, & I was dieting so well, well not eating anyway ha, now shot down in one mad week!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

of course I could go buy it tomorrow and save it for when Aussie gets back, but by then it'll probably be like trying to fit a kilo of cooked rice back into the plastic bag. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

hi believer how are you going these days? Sorta surprised myself didn't I? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

FF, it's from a Foo Fighters song, "Times Like These". I don't listen to commercial radio much, but I think the tune was kind of a hit this year. I believe Dave Grohl has been through a harsh divorce.

GC

AW - Yep that was a BIG surprise. Hope you are taking prenatal vitamins and taking good care of yourself.

Good morning, Idiots all. So AW, how did the Kangaroo hurling or Pigmy jumping go? heehee <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I have some great "pg stupids" stories. I'm not sure what it is...all synapses seem to be firing but they don't hit their target! Okay, so when I was pg with my OS, I got together a load of laundry and set it down, and for like A WEEK I could not find that load of laundry! Where in the world did I set it down? My apartment was small--how could I lose it?? It was in the COAT CLOSET!!! HAHA <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

When I was pg with my YD, I tripped and hit my head on the dining room table. I didn't fall all the way down, just sort of mellon thumped myself. Well, I was so worried about the baby and making sure that things were okay (they were) that I never even noticed the half inch gash on the back of my head that was bleeding all over. I absolutely PANICKED when I saw blood drops around on the carpet, but I searched and searched and searched and nothing was bleeding. Finally, I decided to start cleaning up the spots (WHERE were they coming from???) and I started to just sweat more than usual. Oh well--no worries it's just a pg "hotflash"...right?? My hair by then was feeling soaked, so I wiped my hand back there and...AAAAAAHHHHH!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> It was ME!!!

(Head wounds bleed like silly!!)

HAHA! I love me.

Would you like me to regal you all day with "pg. stupid" stories?? I probably have 1000!!

CJ

I'd like for you two to know that the same mental condition as the pg stupids reoccur when you are 55. Yours are just preparing you for middle age. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RH - I don't participate in the making of deer sausage, but I do know that they mix some pork with it, put it through our big industrial grinder/stuffer and then mix in seasonings. I think they are a pre-mixed batch of spices. Then they stuff them into casings and smoke them in the smokehouse. We keep our meat for several days in ice water in a cooler. (Changing the water and ice, of course) We find that it takes all the wild flavor from the meat. We prefer not to have the wild gamey taste.

Like I said, I don't do the deer, but I participated in MANY hog killings as a child and young adult. We fed them out and then did the entire process ourselves, including the scald, scrape, cutting up, processing, smoking, and finally rendering the lard and cooking down the cracklings. It was a long, hard day in the cold. We haven't done it in 10 years or more, but would if others wanted to do it. The last few years we got together with about 7 other families and everybody helped. We'd process 4 or 5 a day (on Saturday) and the rest the following week. My dad always added sage to his, but didn't like garlic in his sausage. I just remember what hard work it was. But everybody brought covered dish and we feasted at noon. That part was fun.

So, Robby, (when you get back) what are you moving into?? None of my business, just curious. Hope you get your internet back up tomorrow like they said. Meanwhile, we'll talk about you while you're gone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Must go for a few minutes, might be back in a little while.

Morning (Evening) I-Ville,

How's everyone doing this evening?

Cold is beginning to wear off, and the wine I'm drinking is probably not helping long-term, but short-term... it's working swell.

I'm sweating plan B. Thinking I may actually never hear from the sparrow again. She has cooperated so far... no contact.

Good thing I just opened this bottle. RIF, tell me some of the grunt slang they use over there!

GC

Starz-

ARe you sure its 55? I swear that I am going through it at 43!

Evening (morning)RIF-How are you?

Having a rough time this evening for some reason. I am still going through anxiety and fear of FOM W calling me. I have not heard from her since early last week, but I am still having anxiety attacks. Still afraid to answer my phone at work and home. I did change my cell phone # which bought me 4 days of peace this past weekend. H went out to dinner with his F and his siblings. So glad to have some time to myself.

Soo.. anyone need information (misinformation tonight?) AW- how are you feeling? I remember being drop dead tired every moment of my last pg most likely cuz I was older. Hope you are handling it well.

Hey GC - I think the army is to PC nowadays... we got a letter when we first got here about not calling the locals "hajies"... the term haji is used by the locals to describe someone who's been to Mecca... and just about everyone here called the locals by that name... but in our efforts to be Politically Correct, we now call them "Local Nationals".... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey FF - 8 days and a wake-up!!! Think I should start packing now? Sorry about your anxiety... it will pass. Just keep loving your H and try not to worry about the OM's W...

Hey Starz & CJ - are you guys still around???

I'm here. You there??

heehee <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

CJ

Heck RIF, I would have been already <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

"local nationals?" Would that make me a California American? Or a Los Angeles California American? LOL We really go to far with this PC stuff. I do understand you are in someone else's country and have to be respectful but geez. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Nooo...I know I am a Idiot, Idiotvillan <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey CJ - I'm still here!

FF - let's see, If I start packing now, I can pack and re-pack at least 8 times... naaa... I'll probably just throw everything in a bag right before I get on the plane...

RIF, I just learned about that term the other day, from a great article on the Fallujah battle.

http://www.realcities.com/mld/krwashington/10264554.htm

GC

GC-

Great article, thanks for posting the link.

Gray -

Interesting article. I'm doing volunteer work with the casualties from Fallujah, and have heard tons of similar stories.

I just hope we get rid of the terrorists somehow.

believer- just curious what kind of volunteer work you are doing?

Believer, Iraq is such a tempting topic for conversation, but it doesn't belong in I'ville... so...

Bless you for working with the wounded.

GC

Faithful follower -

I work as a project manager in the facilities dept. at a hospital.

After the Fallujah battle, lots of casualties came, so I went over and volunteered in ICU and the surgery floor.

I have no talent in medical things, so mainly I answer the phone, take people to x-ray, go to the pharmacy, the lab, empty bed pans, help pass out meals, get water, blankets - anything I can do so that the staff can take care of the patients. It isn't glamorous, but so rewarding.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />It isn't glamorous, but so rewarding.
<hr /></blockquote>I am willing to bet you are a sympathetic ear for many too. That is wonderful, to see a need a fill it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Thanks FF.

Where is the night shift? They should be coming on soon.

Just wanted to say g'nite RIF, believer, GC and the night shift whenever they show up. Sorry if I missed anyone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Well, I'm going night night. This place is dead anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

GC

Night shift is here... just trying to get some work done today... AW, Bob, KiwiJ, LINY.... anybody else here?

Hey RIF & all ! I just been popping in these past days. I have a hard time at work and in our recovery right now.

I love U folks though and I'm sure I'll be back !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Bob - Good to see you again! I figured you were doing some deep thinking... Hey, when you want to take a break, just pop over here...

Let us know if there's anything we can do for 'ya!

Rise and Shine Idiotville!

Starz: thanks. Sounds like you have a bigger operation than what I pictured originally. So it's true, that everything in Texas is bigger?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Idiotville,

Sounds like the night shift slept through their shift. Bob, I have followed your story for a long time while I lurked. Your story is an inspiration. I hope whatever difficulty you are having in your recovery is small. Remember God is with you through your darkest times.

AW, how are you?

Morning to you RIF. Did some thinking last night and you are right. I am going to let it go and just focus on recovery. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Now on to my morning routine and my cup of joe to help me wake up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning RH - I see you didn't kill the thread this morning <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey FF - Night shift was here, but it was a little light...

"Never worry about things you can't control"... easy to say... hard to do... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

hey FF !!

I agree with you! My story is MIRACULOUS ! We have come SO FAR in a short time - almost from black to white, or darkness to light and I am thankful to Jesus the Wonderful Counsellor each day.

Recovery is a bit scarier than Plan A'ing through stopping the A and withdrawal because the objective is so much more complex, but its all good.

This has been a hurdle in recovery not the end of it.

I thank God daily for his interventions in our lives and exhort him to continue !!

Not sure my story is 'inspiration;' but I guess inspirational is as inspirational does, and if it offers help to anyone, AMEN to that !

Even with the bombs going off in our lives right now apart from teh A, I dropped my baby off at the minibus going to her friends funeral and she said " I love you baby, I'll miss you today" and kissed me.

This is the woman who wished me dead, didn;t love me, wanted to leave if she had any money etc etc only three months ago. Wonderful.

Scary thing is...we're starting to draw closer to each other as we pray together, POJA everything and discuss other events in our lives together.

It will soon be a terrible wrench again if we split up, but its getting hard to maintain an arms length from her. I love her ! she loves me !

There are just some behaviour issues to deal with first I think.

Thanks FF ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> That reminder of how good stuff is has really cheered me up !!!!!!

Morning or Evening right back at 'cha RIF!

You're right, not enough time to kill the thread today. Too much work!

Bob,
I understand a lot of what you are talking about. We are in early recovery, but pretty much back to square one due to H's discovery of my long ago betrayal. He is in the anger phase still and I am in the longing for closeness, POJA, let's spend time together phase. We have kept our MC quite busy I can tell you. I can see why recovery is harder for that is where trust and work really begin. From what you describe, I would guess that you and Squid will have a much better R than you ever did before. I hope and pray for the same for me and my H.

Aussieswife--

If you are feeling up to it can you email me? I have a question that I don't want to post on the boards due to potential FWS ugliness.

killnme2004-mb@yahoo.com

Well, I'm back! And more than a bit disappointed!! You guys call yourselves Idiots?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

For shame!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Except for you gc, good show! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Whatever happened to YL?

She go off too?

YL, YL where are you???

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Roby,

It has been slow here, hope your move went well. Maybe they needed you to wake them up!

Evening Idiotville. Robby - when the Mayor's away, the idiots will play.

The night crew is really slacking off. Typical.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The night crew is really slacking off. Typical. <hr /></blockquote>

Hey all you idiots! I've been here... it's just been realllllllyyyyyy ssssslllllloooooowwwwww lately...

How's it going Mr. Mayor??? Hey FF! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Hey Believer!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

My, my what lovely idiots we have here this evening! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Move is over, but not OVER.

Still have much to do. More trips to storage, etc.

90% of my life is in storage...

Now just to get that pesky last 10%!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor - glad the move went well... it's always the 10% that's the pain in the rear...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:
I think the biggest "hit" to UBL and AQ was the election on 9 October. Afghanistan is moving towards freedom and UBL and his kind are reduced to hiding in caves on the Pakistani/Afghan border... and they can't do a thing to stop it.

I expect UBL is pretty miserable right about now... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey RIF, do you really believe this? That UBL is in a cave? I think he's definitely got access to outside, western, media and I think he saw Michael Moore's film Farencrap 911. He actually used some of the movie's lines in his election eve video message.

He'll make a great crispy critter! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor... I don't have a clue where UBL is.... but I don't think that he's living a life of ease right now...

There's a big "winter campaign" kicking off here soon... so hopefully, they'll killl a bunch more of the terrorist this winter....

Why can't they feature him on "America's Most Wanted" and broadcast it in Afghanistan and Pakistan with the big FAT reward, and wait for the calls to come in?

Sheesh, I've been tempted to go look for him myself. Hey, I might organize an old people's group to go look for him, kinda like the gray panthers. Kinda give you younguns a break, and also save on social security payments.

Where's President Bush when you need him? This could be like the Peace Corps, only we'll call it the War Corps.

Hi Iville,

Thought since I am the 411 lady I would feed you some dumb quotes that nobody asked for and nobody cares about.

"I think that the film Clueless was very deep. I think it was deep in the way that it was very light. I think lightness has to come from a very deep place if it's true lightness."
- Alicia Silverstone, Actress

"Politics gives guys so much power that they tend to behave badly around women. And I hope I never get into that."
- Bill Clinton, former U.S. president

"Cod are not very good swimmers so they are easily overtaken by trawlers and nets."
- British government report on why cod fish are disappearing from the North Sea.

"I get to go to lots of overseas places, like Canada."
- Britney Spears, Pop Singer

"Smoking kills. If you're killed, you've lost a very important part of your life."
- Brooke Shields, during an interview to become spokesperson for a federal anti-smoking campaign.

Hi RIF- how are you? 7 days and counting eh?

Robby-- the worst move I ever had was moving across the street from my old place. Had the bright idea that I could just carry things across instead of really packing. NOT! Took forever and the final few things were torture.

Believer-maybe if we all chip in a few bucks we can get such a large reward together his own people would turn him in.

There's already a $25 million dollar reward. The problem, IMHO, is that the locals need to believe that the taliban is not coming back.

Every unit over there wants to get him, and get the glory.

*** Now back to your regular Idiotville programming! ***

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Robby-- the worst move I ever had was moving across the street from my old place. Had the bright idea that I could just carry things across instead of really packing. NOT! Took forever and the final few things were torture.
<hr /></blockquote>Once I moved across the hall, from a 2 bedroom to a 3 bedroom. Doors were even facing eachother. 4 feet max. Absolutely the worst move EVER!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF must be packing.

Hello, idiot friends. Sorry I haven't been around much -- too much work, too many concerts, too many extra rehearsals, and still getting calls every day for more performances. Had to start saying no today -- just can't squeeze any more in. Did say yes to the local tv station, though, but said they would have to come tape the concert - can't come in to the studio to do a live one -- I told them they could use it all during the Christmas season if they wanted to.

I am working way too hard. Bah Humbug.

RH - Our operation (especially on the pigs) is not all that large. We just enjoyed getting together with the neighbors and sharing the workload. It made it fun instead of just work.
Cattlewise, we are way down. IB has let the herd dwindle down because he just hasn't cared about them in a couple of years. Wonder Why <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> We do have about 2000 acres, but are not really making good use of it. If the A doesn't end, I guess my son and I will have to try to make a go of whatever is left after the courts get through with me. I stand to lose no matter what. The question now is how much I will lose. And the A shows no sign of ending.

I don't know why Idiotville has been slow lately. Maybe because I haven't been here?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well, Robby, how's your new digs? Good, bad, ugly?

Hey, night crew - whazzup? RIF - shorttimer - how many hours? (Come on, I know you have counted the hours)

Yeah, where is YL??

Bob, hang in there. At least you are working in the general direction of recovery. I am happy for you. Praying hard that it will happen to me.

I'll try to be a better idiot tomorrow, y'all. Will tell the kids to leave me alone tomorrow - I have an important conference planned on the computer. Idiotville is having a planning session tomorrow that involves the sniper, right?

Anyway, just letting you all know that I am still alive. Will try again tomorrow. Night night.

Night, night starz!!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Staying with SIL, her 4 yo S and H. A bit cramped but we're making the most of it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Believer - I'll let you take my place over here!!! Wonder if the Army would go for that...

He FF - Yep, I'm counting down the days! 7 & a wake-up!!!

Mr. Mayor - I've heard that we (any U.S. soldier/sailor/airman/marine) aren't eligible for the $25M reward... since we're government employees.

Hey Starz - Haven't started counting hours yet... Until the wheels are up on the C-130, I'm not going to start counting hours... They've had a couple break on the ramp and dely the flights... as long as it doesn't break in the air, I don't have a problem with a maintenance delay!

RIF -

I can believe that. Of course the government won't give you the money. You might actually find him.

But seriously, imagine thousands of oldsters, cruising the caves. He wouldn't have a chance. And in the meantime, social security might save some money, with people keeling over, falling into the caves, falling off the mountains, and shooting each other.

Glad you are coming home soon. Hope this nightmare will end soon.

I've been working in the shop on a piece of furniture I'm making.

But I'm done for. Time for a glass of wine...

GC

Hey GC - How's it going this evening? I've always wanted to get into wood working...

I piddle around making fishing lures out of balsa wood and pine, but never tried any "real" furniture...

Good Night Idiotville !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sleep tight!

'specially you RIF! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nighty Night Mr. Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Going okay, RIF, muchas for axing.

I'm not the greatest at woodworking. I make lots of mistakes, and I don't really have the tools, but I enjoy doing it. It's one of those things that takes my mind off everything except what I'm doing.

Music is the same way.

So seven days, huh? That's wonderful.

GC

'night RIF, GC and Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I am going to veg un H comes home. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Still waiting for Bob, AW, and KiwiJ to show up for work...

They've been slacking off on the night shift lately... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

RIF, you KNOW I've been trying to keep away from here but here I am back on nightshift yet again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I miss Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen aka .

Hey looky, I killed it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BTW, GC, I killed the thread of yours today about the guilt thingy. It's disappeared off the bottom of page 1.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Hey looky, I killed it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen <hr /></blockquote>naaaaa. You didn't kill it! I was just taking a break!

Lurky--I mean LINY reporting for duty, sir, rif, sir!

Hey Idiots!!! Miss me? (No matter how you answered: Yeah right!)

Feeling like I'm at that MB crossroad myself. I know I've said this before, but those "breaks" weren't for any reason but to appease brown because this is what i thought she wanted. Now? It's because time with each other is what we need--what we want. And just with this n/s--d/s thing, we already feel like we steal anytime we have with one another (while we're awake!)

As much as I love Idiotville, outside of here, I don't think I can make any contribution. Half of me says, God forbid--I'm human. The other half is not being very logical in putting my thoughts together to help someone else out. Brown and I need to help ourselves out first. We need to work on us. I don't want to blow my last chance with the most wonderful woman in the world. (And that's not even kissing up--she hasn't even been lurking that much.) There's just sooo much going on right now...

Quick update:
--G: going on week 4
--brown is still unsure on whether she is going to expose to the OWH...regardless of what i think, not my call...HOWEVER, i will be behind her 100% whichever way she decides, even if she wants me to call OWH
--lots of good communication going on...no more lies (the G was really, really, bringing us down and really was the nucleus of all of this crap...among other things about me.) And boy does it feel good not having to think about how to get out of this one, or what's gonna bite me in the rear. Just honesty.
--trying my best to make brown feel safe again...just lots of triggers all over the place
--youngest D is eating much better last few weeks. Milk intake at where it should be...still not taking the iron...tried everything.
--sons playing tag team--oldest S actually held a job for a whole week! I think he is starting to feel satisfied with himself and the hard work he's putting in is paying off. He's also creating boundaries finally with his friends, it seems; youngest son back to smoking, no self-respect, disrespectful to evryone, and constantly lying to us (He got that honestly.)
--oldest D starting to lie too--little ones, stupid ones, which is really ticking brown off to no end. (I guess she gets that honestly as well, huh?)
--work? i'm being very pessimistic. i'll leave it at that.

Robby, welcome back--i dont think you can leave ivile alone again for more than a day!

FF & AW--tag! you're it. be gentle with the mayor, K?

.--it's about time you posted! see? ya still know how to kill a thread! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

starz--keep that rifle handy

bob--i don't know if this is going to make sense, but i sense a bit of inner turmoil, huh? almost, fear, lack of confidence, lack of knowing for sure--MHO? You're starting to trust your squid again. i may be way off (and will prob be told to f off (not by you--although, maybe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ), but from my side of things, that is going to be difficult for me. Your squid is so headstrong--ok ok, stubborn like me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> And i don't think i've ever fully trusted ANYONE in my life, myself first and foremost. and the old saying, you hurt the ones you love the most is so true. and even before my A i can see it. it sux. its a lot of rebuilding in me. just be patient with her, bob. you've come so far.

yl--where the heck ar you? (Hope things are ok.)

rh--i dont know if you'll understand this, but...dont try--just do. you seem like you have alot to offer.

gc--i have to be honest with you: when i first started posting, I said to myself, WTF? And i saw the hurt and love collidong with one another. and the mess sparrow caused. but the smoke is fading, the ashes settling. and i see one hell of a guy with one hell of a good attitude on life and himself. i mean that. you deservew so much more. one day someone will have the honour to receive what you have to offer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

de--"you so rock." keep it real hon. this too shall pass. and if nio can catch up to you, all the more better!

RIF--the eternal optimist and supporter. there were some days when i just stared at your words and kept repeating them. i only wish you the best--and words really can't say what a great time i wish you to have in a week--a week!!!! thanks.

believer--you have been such an inspiration...a cross between a swan, a gorilla, and you. i'll let you figure that one out. i wouldnt be here--or here in iville if it weren't for you.

i really didn't start out writing this as a goodbye...but it sorta sounds that way toward the end, huh? i WILL check in every so often. and i will probably always lurk! if anybody wants, (i woul dcertainly love to hear from all of you!), my address is fitzirishcream@optonline.net. i just got avg 7.0, so no viruses please!

mr. mayor, please ensure all of these idiots are taken care of--in particular you. passing the mirror back to you. KY let me borrow it for a day or two. (Wow does mauve make me look fat!)

please take care of one another in here--it really is a safe haven and nice escape for a while. but i've been escaping my wholelife. i've got me to discover and brown--well, i learn something new about her everyday and what a truly amazing woman and friend she is to me.

not good bye--just, cya later.

LINY

3 more things: bob, please look out for FM--he's got me worried. hoping he too is just taking abreak--been 2 weeks i thinik though.

.--don't think i gave you enough kudos...thank you for being here (pre-rif! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) when i just needed someone to be there in my sorry-sad-[censored] shape. i looked forward to seeing what you had to say in your day...and see if that a$$ got any looser over time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (You actually thought i wouldnt mention that? take care of yourself, k, please?)

and, being a true idiot and all, having been hit by a drive by post by cell himself, if i've forgotten anyone, i really haven't--all of you make up iville!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Hey LINY - Great to see you! You take as much time as you need... You and Brown are going to make it!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'll be praying for you guys...

Semper Fi,
RIF

Thanks rif--really--thank YOU. Fm was once referred to as te tony robbins of MB--you most definitely are the tony robbins of iville. just those simple 6 words mean so much. thank you. enjoy your time back home!!!!

{{rif}}

Your welcome LINY... and thanks for the kind words...

Now were are all of the other Nighshift people.....

***looking around for Bob... AW... Jen...***

I'm going to have Mr. Mayor check your time cards! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LINY said :
bob--i don't know if this is going to make sense, but i sense a bit of inner turmoil, huh? almost, fear, lack of confidence, lack of knowing for sure--MHO? You're starting to trust your squid again. i may be way off (and will prob be told to f off (not by you--although, maybe ), but from my side of things, that is going to be difficult for me. Your squid is so headstrong--ok ok, stubborn like me! And i don't think i've ever fully trusted ANYONE in my life, myself first and foremost. and the old saying, you hurt the ones you love the most is so true. and even before my A i can see it. it sux. its a lot of rebuilding in me. just be patient with her, bob. you've come so far.

Yep. Not turmoil exactly but another hurdle.The 'old' Bob would have been perfectly satisfied with the R we have right now. Its better now in truth than in many years andpart of me wants to stop the uncomfortable stuff and settle for this. But that is selling me and Squid so far short its untrue. We're on the cusp of a great marraige and I'm not absolutely sure what we have to do in order to achieve it.

Yes I am without effort starting to lean on Squid more again and I have to make a conscious effort to keep some distance. We ain't there yet.

And its hard cos Squid has to change as many or MORE traits from her personality and past as I have had to.

We've had some hard talks these past few days and weeks and Squid is hurt as she thinks shes been doing everything to recover from the, but I am only now adding some granularity to the challenges we face.

Also we have a few family challenges right now. Some put infidelity into context too....

So I don't want to heap challenge on Squiddy but i have to in the persuit of recovery.

But I haven't gotta like it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

* RIF, hey mate ! I'm doing all the above and alo REALLY busy with work - Q4 is the busiest quarter of the year and our numbers aren't great so theres much to do. So I'm not around for the nightshift much,lately sorry :(Also, to be honest, I invested a lot of effort in a poster on Recovery who I now believe to be a troll.

I feel 'mugged' so I don't review the boards with quite the passion as recently .)

And I miss mel <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

You'll Soon be home bruvva ! Hyuk ! hyuk ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

hi fellow nightshifters /or is that morningshifters ...darn time lines <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

how r the lot of you ???

Hey Bob - No worries mate (I learned that phrase from AW! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) Glad to see you back here in I-ville...

I saw that troll and never bothered with him... he made WAY more money that I do... he he he...

Hey AW - So how does my Aussie accent sound to you???? How are you feeling today? Haven't seen you around much lately...

Good to see you back Bob. Looks like you are steaming ahead with recovery!!

Rif, not long now mate!! woo hoo R & R Wife home, kids, beer, lots and lots of beer, deer snags, deer jerky, mmmmm

can Aussie & I carry the bags?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

well I'm feeling a bit better but have to admit to being a not very good girl I'm afraid. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Haven't been eating and starting bringing up blood so I was in hospital for 12 hours on a IV. They found out I have an ulcer, small but they are taking it seriously because I'm PG.

Been giving me a new type of antibiotic for the ulcer, said Baby should be fine and then I had a big lecture from the head paediatrician on looking after myself better. Dietician was brought in and I have to eat 8 meals a day, set out what I have to have at each one blah blah ... crikey I can hardly eat a piece of toast.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
Liver, I have to eat liver, yuck . Don't see you men having to eat that stuff!! urg yuck
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
I hate the stuff!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 I have to eat 8 meals a day, I have to eat liver, yuck . <hr /></blockquote>Liver & onions? Yummy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Stress can cause ulcers, right? Sux that you have one. I've never had an ulcer, but I've had an upset stomach. I bet an ulcer is worse! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{AW}}}}}

I thought you weren't supposed to eat liver when you are pregnat cos of the high concentration of vitamin A ?

Sorry you are ill AW. Look after your self.

{{{{{AW}}}}

I love liver BTW <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 The 'old' Bob would have been perfectly satisfied with the R we have right now. <hr /></blockquote>Hey Bob, this struck me and I just wanted to note it real quick. Praying for you and squid to build a fantastic M. May want a 2 - 3 page explanation of the above statement though! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think it's key!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tried that one Bob.
In moderation and PART of a strickly controlled intake and keep to the recommended dietary allowance of vitamin A and vitamin D then ok...crap...I hate it...gonna slip mine to Bob..ug even thinking about it yuck!! shudder. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny,

I'm going to withold comment on your "dramatic exit line" until the real consequences are known... ie what about brown? Brown is funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You at least seem able to type and that's a start!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LOL @ the mayor wanting a 2-3 page essay ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I sure can ramble as you noticed robby !

Thanks for the prayer cover. It really really works for us.

Hi AW - They don't serve liver over here... I love liver and onions! You take care of yourself and your little one!!!

Hey Bob - If AW gives you some liver that you don't want to eat... I'll take it... haven't had any liver-n-onions since I left home 8 months ago...

Hey Mr. Mayor - How are you doing this morning?

RIF thats bizarre - some of the best liver and shallots I ever ate was Arab goats liver in Dubai.

Afghanistan is way farther north tho, yes ?

Then again I was forgetting you can' exactly show up to a native restaurant in fatigues can you ? lOL !

Not all Afghans want democracy !

SPORTS NEWS

Mr Mayor sode and..well sigh soda pls...

Bob,
Rubgy Union sorry, Rugby League sorry, heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Cricket..smashing win by Aust over NZ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

and now for the American fans I bring you.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Yank Football (Stop & go he he he - just kidding folks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )
Playoff scenarios - Week 13

Here is the lone playoff scenario for Week 13:
NFC EAST
Philadelphia Eagles -- Clinched the division title. - I like the Eagles !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
NFC SOUTH
Atlanta Falcons -- Can clinch division title with win or tie.

Even though the Eagles have already wrapped up their third straight NFC East title, the team still has plenty on the line.
With the 9-2 Atlanta Falcons just one game behind Philadelphia (10-1) for the best record in the NFC, the Eagles have home-field advantage on their mind as they prepare to host the red-hot Green Bay Packers on Sunday (4:15 p.m. ET, FOX).

Tip... Eagles win ..no worries

Eagles defensive end Jevon Kearse was the named the NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his play in Week 12.

Hey Bob - I wouldn't eat anything from the locals here... their meat markets are horrible! The meat is protected by a layer of flies and dust... they slaughter a sheep or goat, then hang him right up... even in the summer time!

Hey AW - You know more about American football scores than I do! I don't really keep up with the pro teams... I enjoy college football... but my team was really terrible this year and I only got to see a couple of games on TV...

Hey Mr. Mayor - are you the new bartender??? If so, ice down a couple of Hefe Weisens for me... with a big lemon slice in it... and I'll come get 'em in about a week!

hey RIF

Aussie was living with the locals in the North for months... he was pretty crook at times he said & some of the things he ate...oh gross!!!

Did your wife manage to pick up any deer jerky for you yet?????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Mr Mayor sode and..well sigh soda pls...
<hr /></blockquote>In English please! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bob,

Hope you didn't take that as a slam! It wasn't meant that way... I was going to post again clarifying my "key" statement... phone rang, yada yada..

In UK english: brilliant!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:
 Hey Mr. Mayor - are you the new bartender??? If so, ice down a couple of Hefe Weisens for me... with a big lemon slice in it... and I'll come get 'em in about a week! <hr /></blockquote>Consider it done my friend! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

As for your earlier question. I'm doing this morning! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Gonna take my nephew up to daycare and then make an appearance at work. Still looking for a new job. I have a prep session today at 2 for an interview Monday morning. Not a "perfect" position but the pay is much nicer than current. I'm pretty sure W will delay any R talk until after I have a new income stream. Smart on her part from any angle!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey AW - My W doesn't hunt... my twin brother is the mighty hunter and he sends me the bambi jerky!... My W and the girls love the bambi jerky too, so if it gets there before I do, I probably won't get any... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor - Good luck on the job interview!!! You tell them that you're the mayor here and that we elected you by a landslide and that should count for some extra points on your interview!

sorry mr mayor

lets try international english....

Mr Mayor ... a coke and..well.. sigh .. coke please ...

there!1 hoes is that??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:

Bob,

Hope you didn't take that as a slam! <hr /></blockquote>Not at all ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I know I can be * ahem * unbrief !

All I meant by that 'old Bob' stmt is that, well, I realise now just how much cr@p I've been choking down gradually over the years.

Our M was absolutely unequal - me serving Squid, she doing as she pleases. Me Working 10 hours then babysitting while she goes to some karate or drinking thing after spending the day having her nails done...OK thats a cartoon but sort of that yes.

I have been a doormat. Now, Squid is more affectionate and selfless towards me than in years BUT its not enough for me. I deserve better than that I have decided.

In discussion 2 days ago I told her that I didn't want to get our old M back I wanted a new better one.

She agreed but maybe it was mostly words. No doubt I have work to do but a whole lot of mine is done. Squid has to learn to meet my ENs and learn to put others before self sometimes.

THATS what I meant. See ? Less than 3 pages ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 sorry mr mayor

lets try international english....

Mr Mayor ... a coke and..well.. sigh .. coke please ...

there!1 hoes is that??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>What does that have to do with Sports News?!?

OMG!! I forgot! I'm the barkeep!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Coke may not be good for a lady in your condition...

Try this tomato juice!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

** psst, just a whisper of vodka, it helps the baby grow! ** <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I like that type of tomato juice !!!

Mornin' Idjits. Didja miss me? I still sound like I could make a gazillion $ on a 1-900 sex line, but FEEL better today.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Maybe Idiotville should send out a search party to find Bin Laden. Idiots might be able to find another idiot.
<hr /></blockquote>Okay. You're an award winning photographer. You're shooting film during a torrential downpour. Everything's flooded. You're shooting pics of things getting washed away by what used to be a small stream, but now is a raging river. All of a sudden you see a hand poke out of the water and a man surfaces, gasping for air. IT'S BIN LADEN! The question of the hour:

Which lens do you use?

(evil grin)

Off to work!

See you Idiots soon!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW -

If the people on Fear Factor can eat reindeer balls, you can eat liver. You just stuff it in your mouth, and start chewing. Or better yet, box it up and send it to RIF.

LINY -

Good for you, glad to see you are overcoming the G thing. Your setting a high standard for the rest of us in Iville. Say hi to brown. We miss her.

Did you just call me a gorrilla? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

RIF -

Are you working on the trading places thing? That means you would have to live here by the beach in California. There is lots to do.

How will I be spending my time in Afghanistan? Any good surfing there? What's there to do on Saturday night?

I think I can get Starz to give me some shooting lessons. Are the women there still wearing that weird clothing that covers everything up? That might be good in my case. Can I bring my Harley?

Robbie -

I'm gonna start praying HARD for a good job for you. I think that is going to be the thing that helps you the most. You have lots of talent and need somewhere to use it. Have you checked out the Navy jobs at donhr.navy.mil? Or government jobs at usajobs.opm.gov?

AW- My 'mater juice is better (1/2 doube-e-r...beer...the other 1/2 'mater juice). It's called a Texas Red Beer or Texas Red Draw. LOVE IT!

How you feeling?

RIF - OY VEY! Liver and onions! UGH! My parents would get together with my uncle and aunt and they'd fix that...like it was some kind of dinner party food. My cousins and I would do ANYTHING we could think of to NOT eat it. Hiding it under the smashed 'taters was a fav. trick.

Now, when they'd get together for a shrimp boil - THAT was a feast! Of course, the kids got hamburgers, 'cause in the day shrimps were very expensive (we lived in N. Texas), and to quote my mother, "kids can't fully appreciate good shrimp."

My dd LOVES shrimp..... (hehe)

Believer - will you teach me how to surf? Last spring break we rented boards, and my boys did it (they did good for the first time), but I'd just gotten my new tat, and couldn't get in the salt water.

- Kimmy

Hey Kimmy! - Glad your feeling better <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> To answer your question about UBL, if I had a camera, I'd drop it as quickly as I could... pick up my M-4 and blast away! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> ... then I'd take pictures as he floated down the river <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Believer - Only been to California once and I liked it... I could get used to living on the beach! The local women still wear Burkas... but you don't have to... I guess you can bring your Harley... but the speed limit on base is 25 Km/hr so you probably won't get out of second gear...

Mr. Mayor - Have fun at work!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> And stop giving AW vodka...

The local women still wear Burkas

Hence the most popular ( only?) Arab pick up line :
" Hey, nice eyes ! "

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Actually, RIF, when I answered the question, I said I'd save him. Then I'd tie him up and...ahem...remove all his manly bits with a plastic knife...

I know, I'm evil. But let him live life as a woman....he needs to know first hand what he's oppressing, they all do.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 The local women still wear Burkas

Hence the most popular ( only?) Arab pick up line :
" Hey, nice eyes ! "

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey Bob - Our interpreter told us that you could tell a good looking woman in a Burka by their ankles... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Then over there, I'd be STUNNING!

ROTFLMAO!

Kimmy - You seem to be feeling great today. But yikes, with a plastic knife?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 Then over there, I'd be STUNNING!

ROTFLMAO! <hr /></blockquote>he he he... I'm sure you would Kimmy!!!

Now if the women would only wear some strappy shoes... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi Kimmy, believer,

how r you tonight, ah mean day ..oh heck...you know what I mean <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just had to have my 2'nd meal steamed veges in oyster sauce ..Mm could get very used to that!

Now if I can sneak a coffee or two before my DD stops me I'l be just right for bed soon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
can't help it...coffee addict strong black bitter as can be and smooth ..just one of those little vices that go with chocolate, speaking of which I have 2 Swiss Lindt truffles to go with the coffee..... well a bit of a fib..I have a whole box and I should share..anyone want one???

Kimmy I think your plan of using a plastic knife is WAAAAAAY too fast... a blunt plastic knife would be better!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

AW - I was thinking those cheap plastic ones you receive when your co. is hosting it's annual picnic...you know the one they give you to cut your briskit, but wouldn't saw thru butter if you tried...

They really need a little smiley with horns....

I'm a caffiene addict, too, so was put out during my pg's. I fudged it a lot, tho. I still had my tea and an occasional pop. A little won't hurt - my doc said 1 caffienated beverage a day was okay...so that's what I did...42 oz pop is still one a day, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Is your pg a high risk? My last one was...

Yes those plastic ones, just rub the so called sharp blade against a rock first to blunt it and the first cut... heh heh yes need horns and a tail smiley :wetface:

I'll have to watch the coffee, I never used to drink it for years but Aussie corrupted me ....

but I have a box or of two green tea which I have come to love, my chinese girlfriend says its very good for PG.

I'm not sure if its high risk other than being 37 and 38 by the time he or she is born. Of course Downs syndrome is a risk but I guess the most likely will be the danger of developing diabetes. Age, age creeping up on me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

But I suppose we'll see. Still seems a bit unreal to tell you the truth. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Tell me again how unreal when you look like you swallowed a basketball without chewing it first...

(hehe)

Love you! You know I'm re-living my pgs thru you right now, right? I love pg people! They're so lucky!

Oh, and raspberry tea is VERY good for you while pg. You have to stop drinking it during the last trimester - it can bring on contractions. Once you go into labor, you can have it again (if you are allowed to drink liquids in labor). It'll make your contractions stronger.

Crunch...crunch. Yep. I'm granola today. Gee, where was that tree I was gonna hug?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

- Kimmy

AW-I went to a genetic specialist when I was pg with my DS. He told me the highest risk of Down's doesn't really begin until after 40. What would do you good would be a very detailed ultrasound. The genetic doc told me that unless something came up on the ultrasound not to worry. I really don't know how you can eat liver when you are nauseated. Maybe you can disguise it with something you like?

I was borderline with the diabetes with that pg and the baby was 9lbs 7 oz. Healthy as a horse though (at the time, not now long story) Best birth ever for me.

BASKETBALL??????

try BEACHED WHALE!!!! MY kids have all been HUGE.... first one our daughter was 3 weeks prem and was born at 10 pounds 15 ounces

and my baby boy heh heh he hates that <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

was 6 weeks prem and 11 pounds 12 ounces

THANK GOD for cesarean ops amd drugs !!!!

Today though my baby boy 6 ft 4in and growing - he'll always be my baby boy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> - got his papers to report to Camp Simon up at the Northam Army Training Centre.

Mom is NOT happy NOT HAPPY , not at all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Sorry RIF & Aussie I dont want him to follow Dad and I dont what Bess to marry her Army officer.... is this one of those times Moms where I just have to suck it up and smile, keep quiet and support them???? because it sucks!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Oh my, AW. Your babies are so big!! I thought 9lb7oz was bad with my DS. I did give birth to him though without the benefit of any drugs. My H is the best birthing coach. sigh...I wish I wasn't too old to have one more.

Yeah AW - what did you EAT???? Holy Moly! I thought my babies were big - the biggest was 8.14, and the smallest was 7.11 (the mid was 8.5)! I'm only 5 ft 5 in, so that was big for me.

Geez. I'm thinking you were ingesting Miracle Grow or something during your pgs!

I'm sorry about your babies and the military stuff. It's a noble profession on paper, but OH! A momma's/wife's worries never stop with that occupation in the family!

((((AW))))

FF, cant face the liver just cant no way <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

doc can yell all he likes I'm not eating it!! NOPE, no way, nup..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'll force my way through a steak, lamb chops whatever to keep well but not that muck!!

of course if I dont tell anyone ???? now thats a plan <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Well the US scan sounds hopeful & I hope they dont want me to do the other test...have to wait & see.

FF - I got a couple I could loan you.

They have smart mouths and loathe to do their chores, but their big brown eyes and dimples you could fall into will make you forget all woes.

(shhh! They also have their momma's acerbic wit, but don't tell - we're blaming THAT on daddy as long as we can get away with it)

- Kimmy

Miracle Grow??? ROTFLMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

No I think there was actually a very simple explanation for their size and being prem...

I think I had diabetes and it was not picked up by the base doctors at the time.

I will get it checked this time. Well my sis is going to wether I like it or not.

oh yeah Kimmy

been there!!!

they sound like angels though. I bet they give you a such joy!

Bess has been going on 35 since she was 9 and has made sure we are all aware of it..lol
but shes a cutie with Dads deep blue eyes and those red highlights in her hair..... Dad had real trouble with her dating, well he still does ..lol

As for John Jnr ..well lets say the local cops have never actually been too annoyed with him and the Senior Sgt had him join the P & C and taught him to shoot..unfortunately,
now they are mates & Mrs AW has to do lots of cooking for them <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Camp Simon?

Did I go there? I was somewhere in Australia, saw a big rock, all the animals can kill you. Even the bunny rabbits are poisonous!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

ROTFLMAO - "Even the bunny rabbits can kill you..."

Robby, you're too cute for color tv, but those hopping things weren't huge bunnies - THEY WERE KANGAROOS!

Silly man!

Extremely dangerous 'bunnies' in Australia, been known to disembowel anything that comes near them.

Then there are the Bunyips, attack a sleeping man and eat them soon as look at you..

and the Boojams, well something with teeth like that which actually stalks you and then with one snap, you're history mate!!

Crikey you don't want to know about the crocs, the dingo's, or the snakes you can put saddles on, then there are the white pointers ..shudder now I wont be able to sleep

thanks Robby.........LMAO lol

Hey true story....

more years ago then I want to admit, we had a farm, not a big one but a nice one, and we had an outside dunny - oh thats toilet - well 2 in the morning I just had to go, torch in hand off I trek to the dunny at the rear of the house, get in shut door up went the lid and ....SCREAM..there was this blooming big brown snake curled around in the bowl hissing at me for waking it up!!!

Waking it up!! I went inside got the shot gun and with no thought of the toilet was going to let go at it when Aussie comes wondering out and says hang on let me see opens the door looks over at me and says Yep its a bloody snake alright. Reaches over grabs it by the head and pulls it out... it was looooong and it was angry and I went inside & used a bucket.

Wouldn't go to the loo again unless he checked it out first!1 he got sick of that and had one added to the house ..wow luxury

OH HOW ROMANTIC!!!!!!!! AW's husband bought her an indoor loo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You know, most men get by with buying diamonds. A real man gets you indoor plumbing!

ROTFLMAO!

AW/Kimmy: You guys are cracking me up!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Geez. I'm thinking you were ingesting Miracle Grow or something during your pgs!

... loo <hr /></blockquote>You're too much! Thanks for the laughs!

Romance

I have HEARD of that, a new breed of sheep???
No, I have it, a new fishing boat for Aussie isn't it??

Hey RH, watch out for the BUNYIPS!!! Grrrrrr

LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> No, I have it, a new fishing boat for Aussie isn't it??
<hr /></blockquote>OMG! Totally off the subject, but since we live at the coast:

You've seen the fishing boats that have the sparklies in the paint jobs, right?

Dwh and I have a theory, the sparklier the boat, the more fish you catch...AND if you get your truck pullin' the boat painted to match, you'll catch a metric TON of fish!

Men and their toys...I swear! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Romance ??? Dunno much about the subject anymore.

Even less: Foreplay. That's something to do with golfing, right?

- Kimmy

How do you spell that word? 4 play ?????

very strange, think it must be golf related ..lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Men & their toys!!

and men and their habits .......... like he goes shooting and brings home a roo, cuts the tail off and leaves it hanging on MY washing line!!!

He waits until its covered in maggots and then cuts off the infected area and cooks the rest of it!! Says an old aboriginal tracker taught him that...... GROSS !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

YOU EAT [censored]???????????

Even southerners have given up the practice here!!!!!!!! Course we still have to tell some of them to give up eating squirrel brains (you shouldn't eat the neural matter of any animal), but still!

GAWD! And I thought liver and onions was bad!

I think I have to go brush my teeth now. The mental taste is awful!

LMAO picking myself up from floor lol

[censored]??????? KANGAROO's are roo's , you know those bunny things Robby is afraid of, 4 to 6 ft high, jump really high, answer to the name of Skippy???

hehe Thats what we Aussies are called 'Skips'

well this skip has to go to bed dear peeps, its 4 am and I need sleep so nighty night all!!!

I'm not scared of roos!!

The roos were fine, tasty even!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It's the weird killer bunnies that you had to watch out for!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Damn dyslexia and speed reading! I saw the "r" and the double ohs and immediately said raccoon.

DOY! To be blonde AND dyslexic...double whammy to my brain cells!

LMAO!

Anyone want a Christmas post card? I made them myself on the puter! Niosgirl@yahoo dot com with your addy.

oh my gosh Robby, you crack me up! Jackalope! Eww eating kangaroo? Reminds me too much of Winnie the Pooh stories.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Even less: Foreplay. That's something to do with golfing, right?

<hr /></blockquote>Definitely some kind of sport thing, must belong in agame I haven't played in much too long. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Thanks for the laughs today, you have NOOO idea how much they were needed.

Just got some cookie dough from a school fundraiser that looks like playdough with all sorts of colors. Can't wait to go home and let DD play with it and creat her own sugar cookies creations.

[ December 03, 2004, 03:38 PM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

I'm going to bed. I'm tired of this one bad thing ( affair) affecting every dam' part of our lives.

I CRAVE normality. Still, a good nights' sleep and I'll feel better.

love to all you kooks.

{{{{idiotville}}}}

Hey Bob,

I really think you are doing yourself and Squid a favor in the long run by working toward a better M, shooting for a higher plain if you will. With all the set backs we are in right now, one thing I told my H last night is I cannot live with the M we used to have. I can't move backward or settle anymore. It is too dangerous and too painful.

AW - You can eat a kangaroo hanging on the clothesline, but can't eat liver? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Ok...

Shrek 2 for the third time tonight!!!

I love my nephew, I really, really, really do!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

**** you Dreamworks for not allowing us, the people who PAID for your dvd, to skip your 10 minutes of previews!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hey Robby - why didn't the president consider you for the "homeland security" job???? You do a darn good job here in Idiotville!!!

Don't we all feel like secure little idiots whenever the mayor is around?!?!?

Yes, *WE* do - I personally feel extremely secure in my idiotness - b/c I am acting like a complete idiot as we, hum, read/type

I'll check in later

Brown

Good Morning (Evening) I-Ville!

Large Babies, Killer Bunnies, Huge Snakes, Indoor Plumbing, Men & Their Toys, Maggot Covered Kangaroo Tails... Wow, I missed out on everything... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey Brown! How's it going? Good to see you again!

Hey Mr. Mayor - When my middle daughter was in the hospital getting tubes put in her ears, we watched The Little Mermaid at least 553 time in a row!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RIF -

Hi. Glad to see you. How is our trading places thing going? Hope you are doing fine there. You never did tell me what you do for fun on Saturday night.

Sheesh, I always wanted to go to Australia, but after reading about all of the weird animals there, I'm changing my mind. Killer bunnies, huge snakes, white sharks, and all those other strange things. Yikes!

Hey Mr. Mayor,

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> **** you Dreamworks for not allowing us, the people who PAID for your dvd, to skip your 10 minutes of previews!!!
<hr /></blockquote>If you are watching Shrek 2, we found out while you cannot skip the previews--you CAN forward through them. What a relief, I totally understand what you mean. How many times can you watch Ben Stiller any way?

Evening RIF, Believer,

RIF--you are getting so close! I cannot imagine being away from my family for 8 months.

Yes, it was a crazy day with the nightshift today. I think AW finally gave up and went to sleep. I remember wanting to sleep round the clock when I was pg.

Waiting for Pizza and our Columbo night tonight. My H is a huge Columbo fan and it is our family time to watch the show together. Maybe some popcorn too!

Feeling better than I did last night and this am. I will update you later RIF on the conclusion I came to. (took me a while after all I am an idiot!)

Hey, did anyone ever notice how many times they use the word idiot in 101 Dalmations? What is that about?

have a great evening!

[ December 03, 2004, 08:13 PM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

FF-

Two things....

NO EDITING!!!

and I tried to fast forward but got the ghostbuster sign! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

F'in Dreamworks!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
Robbie -

I'm gonna start praying HARD for a good job for you. I think that is going to be the thing that helps you the most. You have lots of talent and need somewhere to use it. Have you checked out the Navy jobs at donhr.navy.mil? Or government jobs at usajobs.opm.gov? <hr /></blockquote>Believer!!

I haven't but I will now!! See! I'm bumping it up past all the roo poo so I can find it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> And Double Thanks for the prayers!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Believer - Saturday nights are pretty much the same as every other night.... We have a bazaar on Friday afternoon and you can shop for all kinds of local made stuff... They have some comedians and bands come thorugh here every now and then, but I haven't seen any "big" names... they all go to Iraq to perform... Oh, Robin Williams is supposed to come by here, but I think I'll be home on R&R then...

Hey FF - Hope you and your H have a great "Pizza & Columbo" night!!!

Robby-

The Navy site is good because you just put you resume in, and they call you. You don't have to do anything. Plus you get 5 points for being a veteran.

How you doing with your reading?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:
Hey Mr. Mayor - When my middle finger was in the hospital getting tubes put in her ears, we watched The Little Mermaid at least 553 time in a row!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>This is how I read what you wrote RIF...

LMAO!

Twice!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 How you doing with your reading? <hr /></blockquote>Still where I left off... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I've been sick!!

and busy!!

and now I'm out of excuses!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - If you need help putting your resume on line, write me at digsblues@aol.com. I have put in lots of resumes.

Now back to Idiotville.

Hi evening Idiots.

Believer, when I read what you said to Brown about flashing at the OW I was ROFLMAO. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Trust those Aussies to have weird animals & insects. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

There's nothing poisonous or even scarey in NZ, apart from a little spider that I can't recall having been a problem. We have no snakes and never have had. Apart from the OM variety (har hardy har).

We do have rather large sharks in the ocean though but the last shark attack was year's ago.

And, Believer, I also LOL'd at AW talking about maggoty kangaroo tails and then getting all squeamish about liver. LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown, my 2c worth. When I saw OM's w again after the A (we knew each other quite well before they were married) it completely threw me. I'd tried not to see her as a "person" and when I saw her and realised what I'd done to her and her family, it strengthened my resolve NEVER to contact the OM again. Seeing you might just put the frighteners on her.

I remember that day so well. H and I were in our car and had just pulled up to park when OM's w walked past. I got the shakes and was very upset. H looked at me and said "well, you're going to have to live with this the rest of your life aren't you." He wasn't being nasty, just truthful.

Jen

Morning idjits all, big hugs to everyone {{{{{{idiots}}}}}}

Time zones being such a pain I just listed all the big cities on the same time as Perth out of curiosity and realised I have been in each one!
Beijing
Denpasar
Hong Kong
Kuala Lumpur
Manila
Shanghai
Singapore
Taipei

Hong Kong was a dream timeâ€¦ can you believe it .. I had servants .. LOL me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
An armah for the kids and a cook/cleaner all paid generously by the taxpayer for being Aussies good ol camp follower!! He he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Living in the New Territories like some big muckily muck on Nob Hill was an experienceâ€¦â€¦.. But the crowds were overwhelming and Iâ€™m one of those people who when they have a cleaner have to go running around cleaning before the cleaner comes in to clean!!!

Aussie thought I had a screw loose...perhaps hes right
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

LOL AW I thought you were asleep. I was just talking about you in my post above. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I used to have a cleaner but, like you, it was too stressful cleaning up before she came round.

Jen

Hi Jen

well if you are missing a snake or two you can have some of mine, we usually get at least one or two in the back yard this time of year....

skin and cut into 2 inch lengths, season with salt/pepper, throw in pan, cook in HOT pan for a few minutes, take out, TRY not to gag and serve up to H and drunk mates......

hey it DOES taste like chicken...yeah sure if you think chicken tastes like gamey seafood ... and if you are starving on a desert island.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Geez, AW, I thought you had morning sickness.

Doesn't just WRITING that make you want to throw up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I can't remember if I tried roo last time I was in Oz.

My sister lived in Sydney for 10 years and we visited her most holidays. My H also lived in Sydney for a couple of years before I met him. There's something about Oz that's very appealing. I feel kiwis and aussies are "cousins" but we're really quite different in a lot of ways.

Jen

Hey AW, how long ago did you live in HK? Were you out at that NT military post where they had the great Friday market with the Gurkhas? It's changed so much since the chinese came into power but still a great city. TT

well its only when I eat that I throw up, or drink something like OJ.

Being a bush girl I can do all the yucky farm things like docking lamb tails, fly blown wounds etc etc no worries, but I freak out on silly things like getting a fish of the line of all things - menâ€™s job - I think it was the preparation I had early on, all those dirty nappies ...lol stomach that stomach anything!!!
lol
still can't figure why men go green at those jobs, I mean its their children too!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi TT

yeah thatâ€™s the place.

We had a fun time those few moments he was free to go out...and the 'local' prices compared to the tourist prices, well, that was something!!!

We had fresh foods & the meat flown in on US air force cargo planes..... a very strange existence for around 18 months..not really my thing, I'm afraid I'm just a working girl & I must have some deep hidden need to clean up all the time. Just could not get used to leaving the dinner plates on the table or sitting on the sink...even when we go out to a restaurant I start to put the plates together etc etc MMmm anal maybe ...I think I need help!!! lol
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Jen - How's it going today? What time is it in NZ?... it's 0844 on Saturday morning... so I'm assuming that you're about 3-4 hrs ahead of us...

Hey AW - so you really eat snakes??? yuck!!!

Hi TT - You must be on the other side of the world with us other nightshifters... How are you doing today?

Hi RIF, it's 5.30 on Saturday evening.

Now I'm singing -

"I'll be home for Christmas.....la, la, la."

Cool for you RIF.

BTW if you could hear me singing it's like listening to a cat being strangled. LOL.

Things are goodish. I've had to go back on AD's but it's been work related not A related. LOL. The woman I work with is probably the most difficult person I've ever worked with in my whole career but I am NOT letting her force me out of my job which I love. I'm hoping she'll leave soon - which is on the cards as she's looking at the moment.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey AW - so you really eat snakes??? yuck!!!
<hr /></blockquote>no RIF not me,,just that wild colonial boy I'm married to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Took me a long time to get used to it. Only thing I have a problem with now is someone else putting my dirty underwear in the laundry. No thanks. That's a job for me! It's amazing how many people get sucked into the 'expat lifestyle' thing and after a couple of months can't live without their maids. Shame! TT

shame shame shame TT ...lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

If I could only have let go it would have been great for a little while, but just could never be easy with it all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

I guess my things are my things and I dont like someone else going through them. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
I'll check in later

Brown <hr /></blockquote>There's the answer to my question...

Nice knowing ya Liny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

j/k

Good Night Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Huh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Mr Mayor you speak in riddles.

Jen

Well I can't sleep for toffee..

GOOOOOOOD EVENIIIIIIIIIIIING IDIOTVILLLLLEEEE WHOOOOOOOOOOOO !!!

I am NOT going to be sad today, bollocks to it !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Well RIF I love that song and I'll cry if I want to as well... sniffle <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'll Be Home For Christmas

I'm dreaming tonight
Of a place I love
Even more than I usually do
And although I know
It's a long road back
I promise you

I'll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please, have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree

Christmas Eve will find me
Where the lovelight gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

I'd settle for that if I knew he was ok. Stupid bloody war, I'm sick of it!!

hi bob

got a good joke ??

I need a laugh, feeling lonely, tired and I want to know Aussie is ok.

big deep breath,, now smile girl <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sorry, AW, that was insensitive of me.

I was just thinking of RIF going home.

I'm sure you'll hear from Aussie soon.

((((((AW)))))))

Jen

Dear {{{{{Jen}}}}}

dont be silly <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm so happy for RIF & his family and we should all say so.... I just miss Aussie and well I suppose being PG I cry at a drop of a hat,, you know how it is <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and with everything on top of it I'm never sure if I'm arthur or martha!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

just pat me on the head and feed me a few peanuts and I'll be ok .... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

OK my favourite joke
Three soldiers in camp, one English, one Irish and one Scot. BORED out of their minds they go to teh quartermaster " Can we get someting to help pass the time between duty ? We're SOO bored !!"

QM says " well, money's tight but if you take the next chopper into the city and buy some cheap entertainments If I like your reasoning I'll refund out of petty cash"
" whoo hoo! "

The three hop on the chopper and go shopping.

QM greets the chopper when it returns. First to step off is the Englishman with a large square flat pack under his arm.

" what you bought to entertain us?" asked the QM.

"Its a card table and four packs of cards" said the Englishman, unwrapping his purchase.

QM says " CARDS ? What can you do thats fun with CARDS?"

" Cards can be cerebral and fun, and all great games from patience to bridge can be played by up to four players on this great table. Only $100" replied the Englishman.

" good idea" says the QM " set it up in the canteen and take the money out of petty cash"

Next off the chopper - the Scot with a round, flat parcel in his hands.

" what you bought to entertain us?" asked the QM.

"A reversable dart board and three sets of darts, the noo" said the Scot.

QM says " DARTS ? What can you do thats fun with DARTS?"

"Och" says the Scot "Darts is fun for all folks, and theres three weights of darts so big and small can play. Also the boards reversible and has pub games on the reverse ! Only $50!"

" good idea" says the QM " set it up in the canteen and take the money out of petty cash"

Finally the Irishman steps off the chopper with a small bag from a pharamcy in his hand.

" what you bought to entertain us?" asked the QM.

Irishman replied " To be sure, I have bought back a packet of Tampons, only $2!".

QM says " TAMPONS ? What can you do thats fun with TAMPONS ?"

Irishman takes out the carton and reads from it :

" well it says here you can ride horses...go swimming...play tennis...dance all night.... "

Ba doom CHING ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ROTF LMAO snigger snigger hehehehehe

Bob thats a killer!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Your smile made my clumsy typing worthwhile AW ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I am in awe of service personnel and their families. Its a hard job made harder by long seperations from loved ones.

"they also serve" is a very true saying.

I read last week that because of training and support it sactually more dangerous to be a windowcleaner in Oldham than it is to be a Soldier in the middle east stratistically !

If Aussie didn;t take a bucket and sponge he'll be alright <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Seriously hon, think of the brave,smart trained folks watching Aussies back. Are there better soldiers anywhere on earth than our allied services folks ?

Miss him, pray for him but do not fear too much AW. He is brave and smart surround by brave smart folks. There are worse places for hm to be.

{{{{{AW}}}}}

Bob, funny joke and I'm glad you made AW smile as well.

Did you read further back about poisonous bunnies, eating snakes, huge babies etc.

Hilarious - if you don't be sad today.

BTW Bob, you KNOW this stuff takes time - remember what I told you when you first came here. Life returns very much to normal. In the early days we often said - no A talk tonight, let's just give it a rest for a day or two. I have to say, though, it still comes up every now and then but with nothing like the intensity of the early days.

Jen

Gotta go Idiots - it's dinner time here and we're not eating snake, roo tails, liver or poisonous bunnies.

We're having good old lamb. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

Oh Yum jen

leg or chops?????

getting plate and standing in line...more please????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Bob

thanks for the good belly laugh!!

I have to go for a while now to have another mini meal and a sleep "APPARENTLY" ...my DD is standing behind me arms folded fingers drumming 'Mom you know what the doctor said blah blah blah, I'll ring Aunty Anne if you dont" ,,,sigh... dobbers ,, surrounded by them well better go befor she has conniptions <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

but before I do.........

NEW EVENING CLASSES FOR MEN!!!

ALL ARE WELCOME.

OPEN TO MEN ONLY

Note: due to the complexity and level of difficulty, each course will accept a maximum of eight participants each. Sign up early and get a discount on registration. The course covers two days, and topics covered in this course include:

DAY ONE

HOW TO FILL ICE CUBE TRAYS
Step by step guide with slide presentation

TOILET ROLLS- DO THEY GROW ON THE HOLDERS?
Roundtable discussion

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LAUNDRY BASKET & FLOOR
Practising with hamper. Pictures and graphics.

AFTER DINNER DISHES & SILVERWARE - DO THEY LEVITATE AND FLY INTO KITCHEN SINK OR DISHWASHER BY THEMSELVES?
Debate among a panel of experts.

LOSS OF VIRILITY:
Losing the remote control to your significant other
Help line and support groups

LEARNING HOW TO FIND THINGS, STARTING WITH LOOKING IN THE RIGHT PLACE INSTEAD OF TURNING THE HOUSE UPSIDE DOWN WHILE SCREAMING.
Open forum

DAY TWO

EMPTY MILK CARTONS: DO THEY BELONG IN THE FRIDGE OR THE BIN?
Group discussion and role play

HEALTH WATCH - BRINGING HER FLOWERS IS NOT HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH.
PowerPoint presentation

REAL MEN ASK FOR DIRECTIONS WHEN LOST
Real life testimonial from the one man who did.

IS IT GENETICALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SIT QUIETLY AS SHE PARALLEL PARKS?
Driving simulation

LIVING WITH ADULTS: BASIC DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOUR MOTHER AND YOUR WIFE
Online class and role playing

HOW TO BE THE IDEAL SHOPPING COMPANION
Relaxation exercises, meditation and breathing techniques

REMEMBERING BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND CALLING WHEN YOU'RE GOING TO BE LATE
Bring your calendar or PDA to class

GETTING OVER IT. LEARNING HOW TO LIVE WITH BEING WRONG ALL THE TIME
Individual counsellors available

Hehhehehehe..evil laugh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well I leave for a couple of hours and you guys start a whole new page! Way to go nightshift!!!

Hey Bob - Great joke!!! We get tons of care packages over here and invariably there will be some ahem- female specific products in the boxes...

Hey Jen - How was the lamb???

AW - TOO FUNNY!!! But I've gotta ask... does the toilet paper roll from the top or the bottom??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> (and I ALWAYS put the lid down... with 4 other women in the house, I'm a bit outnumbered!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Bob, funny joke and I'm glad you made AW smile as well.

Did you read further back about poisonous bunnies, eating snakes, huge babies etc.

Hilarious - if you don't be sad today.

BTW Bob, you KNOW this stuff takes time - remember what I told you when you first came here. Life returns very much to normal. In the early days we often said - no A talk tonight, let's just give it a rest for a day or two. I have to say, though, it still comes up every now and then but with nothing like the intensity of the early days.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Jen I know Hon, I really do.

We're doing great - its a sign of how well we're doing that much smaller stuff affects us these days.

Wnat to know the truth , that will get me eaten on any other thread ? I don't want to hurt Squid anymore. Prising R talk out of her humilates her and makes her upset.

She DOES it because I ask her to but she is so deeply ASHAMED of the A, the lies and her hurt of my and the kids she doesn't ever want to mention it again. She only wants to work on making us happy and making amends.

Its sad that some of that requirs that we examine the reasons and behaviours that enabled the A but Squid doesn't know what WE know about affair dynamics and she thinks I'm just (reasonably)obsessing. She doesn't see these discussions as a healing process, but as some kind of reckoning against her.

Jen, between OM GF and Squid I know just about everything about the A except what skin hit what skin. And I am not at all sure that will help me to know.

I don't want to keep prodding and hurting her because I love her. Thats why I want a moratorium for a while, maybe over the holidays.
I want to start concentrating on changing our behaviours instead of digging the bones of the A.

I know enough already. Trouble is, Squid needs to know a little more about hrself... * sigh *

Have a nice day Jen. Don't let that bird at at work grind you down hon.

{{{{jen}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I want to start concentrating on changing our behaviours instead of digging the bones of the A. <hr /></blockquote>Hey Bob - You're doing well... took me a long time to figure that one out... you and Squid will be fine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor - How's it going today???

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:

Nice knowing ya Liny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

j/k

Good Night Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>That's not nice <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> , I didn't come back last night b/c my S didn't get off the computer until after midnight - I was zonked out on the couch.

And now I have to go the bank and get some cash for the landlord ..... I will be back later <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 Liny,

I'm going to withold comment on your "dramatic exit line" until the real consequences are known... ie what about brown? Brown is funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You at least seem able to type and that's a start!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>You really need to read the entire thread to understand me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

'Morning Ivile,

Bob--Great joke! Hope you are feeling better. Saw your post on FH's thread on forgiveness, hope you read his response.

AW--Your DD is hilarious, she will make a great mom some day. Liked your men's class too, maybe I should send the invite to my H. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF-morning thanks for your post to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Counting down for you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Morning Mayor--how ya doing in your tight quarters? More Shrek 2 for ya?

Off topic - can you all prayer for my DS. I am getting ready right now to take him to the ER. My little guy is disabled, has asthma and propenstity to get pnuemonia. Looks terrible this am and possible pnuemonia. Hopefully they will give him a breathing treatment, a chest x-ray, antibiotics and send us on our way. That has been the case in the past. H and I are at cross roads, we think we are going to have to pull him out of school. He has not done well this year since starting full days and I may have to quit my job. My job is the main source of income for our household and carries all the benefits as well. So please pray for healing for my DS and wisdom for us. Life is not easy but I trust the God will lead us down the right path. He is always there for us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Big Prayers for FF's DS!

{{{{{FF}}}}}

big prayers
{{{FF}}}

keep us updated!!!

Hugs and Prayers to FF and her family

{{{{{FF & Family}}}}}

Prayers from Pure family to FF family.

{{{{{{FF & Family }}}}}}

All my prayers for your little guy and your family FF big hugs to all of you {{{{{FF}}}}}}

Really praying all will be ok.

FF - sorry I just saw this... I'll be praying for you and for healing for your son...

Me too FF.

Me too FF.

{{{FF}}}

Jen

FF - I am so sorry for you and your family. I realize what a strain such illnesses put on a family. I will certainly pray for all of you.

Sorry, Idiotville - have been out all morning running errands and such. Need to buy a new Christmas tree. No Christmas spirit whatsoever. Go figure. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I keep hoping that putting up the tree will have an effect on IB. He loves our Christmas tree (it is just about the whole story of our married life. All the ornaments have special meaning in our lives with our children. I'm hoping it will make him think of all that he will miss.) Nothing else seems to be working. He is acting really strange today. Probably just lying (badly). That I am used to, but he also seems confused, kind of, There is more news I have to tell but I think I will wait till next week. I think things are getting much, much worse.

I am so busy - this weekend is some of my only free time, so I need to go now and decorate and stuff. See you guys in a little while.

checking in after being in the ER for over 5 hours. The good news is DS does not have pnuemonia! Woo hoo! He has some virus which has left him dehydrated and feeling lousy, but they sent us home after IV fluids. He just needs time to get over it. Now to figure out what we are going to do to keep him healthy.

Thanks so much everyone for your prayers, we certainly felt them today. Having a child like this (he is 6)adds to the chaos in our lives. He is both the biggest joy of my life and the biggest challenge.

Hugs to you all.

FF - Thanks for the update... I'm glad to hear that your DS is OK... You guys are still in my prayers...

Hey Idiots - anyone else doing nothing on a Saturday night?

hi believer
how r you tonight? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Doing just fine. How are you feeling? Get that liver down yet?

I'm real happy because I now have a fish pond in my backyard. I have always wanted one, and my boys came over today and put one in, complete with water plants, fish, lights, and a fountain. It's an early Christmas present I guess.

No just couldn't face the liver so my sister has given me some formula to mix and take.... I thought I had to wait the bab was weaned before mixing formula ????? ..........lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Tastes like chalk but better than liver yuck!!

Is the fish pond large enough for choi or smaller fish??? we had one years ago on the farm proeprty about 4 m x 3 m and 2 m deep............ Aussie put Marron in it so he could have afeed evey now & then ....they ate my fish <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey Believer - Cool... a fish pond... I'd love to have a fish pond with some bass and catfish and bream... that way, I could just walk outside and catch diner! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey AW - How are you doing?

Actually, it is a good size pond. I plan to put koi in it later, after I practice with goldfish. We have possums and raccoons here, and I'm worried about my fish getting eaten. If it happens, at least it won't be an expensive fish.

Are you feeling any better or still real yucky?

Hi RIF

feeling pretty good, washing, cleaning, ironing apart.... its ok .

hey if you want catfish we have WAAAY too many in the Eastern river systems and lakes..we are actually getting rid of them as fast as we can, breed like rabbits no predaters as they were introduced by some idiot who didn't know how to fish for native species........ probably some 19th century bored english lord or other .... you know the kind that thought marching slowly across no mans land in WW1 was a GOOD idea ............lol

Still get very nauseous for long periods but the green tea helps,

I REALLY want the fresh plunger coffee but it makes me SO sick...
feels like someone has put a hot poker in my stomach ..sigh I can just SMELL the aroma ...I'm so addicted ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hi RIF - Can hardly wait til you can go fishing again and be done with that war.

AW - Here women take ginger for nausea in pregnancy. It works as well as pills. Ask your sister if it would be okay for you. I don't know if it would be alright with an ulcer.

believer do you get the possums getting up into your ceiling????

we used to have them all the time when we lived in the bush. When they first did that, I was all alone with a new baby, my daughter Bess, and I was woken in the middle of the night with hese big thumps coming from the ceiling....FREAKED out!!

That morning I thought 'ah ha RATS!! I'll fix that and chucked a packet of poison up inot the ceiling space. when I went into town to get the paper & mlk and things I mentioned it to the shop owner who just laughed and said No Mrs that's just Possums!!"

EEK I sped home got the ladder again and climbed up into the ceiling space slowly picked up all the pellets .........LOL

I actually got to enjoy the 'neighbours'... after awhile heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey AW - Have you ever eaten a possum?? We caught one in our garage one time... Kept him up in a pen and feed him some good veggies for a couple of weeks... then we ate him... it wasn't very good... So when see a possum now, I just leave him alone... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Oh, and you never answered my question on whether the toilet paper rolls from the top or the bottom... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Believer - 5 days and a wake-up!!! Maybe I'll start packing later on this evening... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW -

They get on the roof, and it sounds like there is a horse walking across it. But I'm used to them now.
Are you able to write to Aussie? If so, tell him we said hi.

Don't look now, but the mods are watching toomuchcoffee man's posts. HaHa. We have stayed out of trouble for a long time now. Where are Robby and LINY when we need them?

Believer,

Love Koi ponds, put one in at our old house in Ohio in 2002. Kidney shaped, waterfall, loved it! I'd install them for a living if I could!

Try this for your critters. Worked great for us!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You feed the paper from the TOP RIF...I see you will need to do day 2 AGAIN..hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Eat a possum ??? How could you!!! well with seasoned flour hot griddle plate hehehehe lol
NOPE never hungry enough, had Emu, Croc which is nice, Roo of course yummy

Well I can write to him but they wont be sent because that may ID where they are according to the Def Dept. So I write in the journal which is SO big now.
Really really missing him right now though, even if he may get a bit annoyed at me for being PG with all the other issues. I would so much like to tell him.
But Army wife just hurries up and waits, and waits, and waits, and trys not to let it get to you to often.
I keep telling myself this should be such a happy time , well relatively anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

ooohhhdear....bit of a thick head this morning.

I haven;t really drunk much alcohol since my * ahem * car incident a few months ago but last night we went to a neighbours house withthe kids and had a couple of drinks... a bottle of wine and a couple of gin and tonics.

I could've drunk that and played soccer a few months ago but its WRECKED me now ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Time for an ibuprofen and a pot of strong coffee me thinks !

* FF delighted about your kid. Must be a weight off your heart !

Hows idiotville this stinky grey English late autumn morning ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 You feed the paper from the TOP RIF...I see you will need to do day 2 AGAIN..hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>Hey AW - You need to tell my W then... I ALWAYS put it at the top, then she comes behind me and puts it from the bottom... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Bob - Well, you know it takes longer to recover the older we get... I'll let you know how long it takes me to recover in a couple of days! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ....5 and a wake-up!!!

Well today is a club karate competition and my kids are entering.Squid is judging ( only an internal tournament - no OM or external referees).

It will be boring but nice to cheer my kids on !

Go pure kids !!!1

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Stings to see squid in her reffing outfit thought - her EA started with her wearing that stuff....

Ah well. Life goes on ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> L8r dudes !

Hey Bob - You guys have a great time with the kids...

So your kids get to beat up on the other kids with your W as the referee, right?

'morning Iville it is 6:20 my time here and we had a lovely rain last night. DS slept with me so I could keep and eye on him. Woke up several times but that is ok, that means he is getting a little bit better. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Believer, my friend put a mesh screen over his fish pond after the racoons ate all of his gold fish. You can't really see the screen, so it doesn't detract from the loveliness of it. That was really sweet of your son's.

AW, has the doctor not suggested taking iron tablets instead of trying to force liver down a nauseated tummy? Watch it though cuz then you can get constipated. Hey guys look you what all put us ladies through! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, hope you enjoyed the karate tournment. Let you kids be your distraction for now.

RIF, 5 days and counting...

[ December 05, 2004, 08:28 AM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

Oh and forgot to say good morning Mayor!

Hey Idiotville.

FF - I'm so glad your DS is doing better.

RIF - I'm getting excited for you. R&R!!!!

Believer - I hope you enjoy your pond. It does sound lovely.

Well, I must wake LINY, as there is some serious raking and bagging to do. I think every leaf in our yard as finally come down. I'll swing by there. Everybody have a good day.

Brown

Hey Bob,

Thinking about that other poster that you invested time in and turned out to be nothing but trouble. Here is my perspective and I hope this helps you, I think that no matter what effect (or not) you had on him your posts and the posts of others to the jerk was extrememly useful to anyone that read them. Make sense? YOu may not have been able to help him but in trying helped many others.

Many times I read through posts not knowing if it will apply to my life and then bam! Someone says some words of wisdom and my way of thinking is changed. You and many, many others on this forum have had that effect on my life.

Just my $.02

Hey FF - You'd be proud of me! I've packed 1/2 of my bag already with stuff for my girls... How's your son doing today?

Hey Brown - Good to see you! Tell LINY that I said "Hi"!!! and tell him to get back to work!

Hey AW - I see you lurking out there!!! Any word from Aussie? I'm sure that he's fine... Please tell him that I said "Hi" when you hear from him, OK?

Good Morning Idiotville!!!

64 degrees, high of 76. Sunny, going to beach at halftime... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> No leaves to rake... they don't seem to fall here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hi all

FF glad your DS in A ok !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RIF no contact yet....still waiting. waiting <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I'll say Hi soon as I can. MAYBE before Xmas if I am lucky & Santa is in a good mood <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Mayor, swimming for you or just beach walking????

Good night Mr. Mayor!!! Good night everyone!!!...

It's 2142 here and I'm done for the evening...

I'll turn it over to the day shift now....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Hi Mayor, swimming for you or just beach walking???? <hr /></blockquote>Hey AW!

More likely find a bar on the beach, watch the game, waves, beach, buns... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hooray ! !!YO DD won individual Kata gold, 7YO SS won individual Kumite gold ( Fighting).Well done to them both !

Off to cook them some dinner now ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Congrats Pure Kids!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Alright Pure kids! Way to go! Made your mum and dad proud. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF--I am proud of ya! Now just don't unpack <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> You have goodies for your girls to bring home? I love to get surprises. DS is doing much better this am, he is eating and drinking a little and watching his fav show on the Disney Channel right now. I am so relieved and while likely take tomorrow off to stay home with him.

Morning all.

Glad everyone is doing well today. No beach walks here, it is pouring down rain. Instead I'm going to clean out my closets and get rid of everything I haven't worn for awhile. Yuck.

AW - I know you must be having a hard time not hearing from Aussie. Just know that he loves you and is doing his thing (plus protecting the world). If he is not happy about the pregnancy, tell him we at MB ARE! Ha!

Are you still working at the same place or did you give up that job?

Good afternoon, idiots.\

Rainy and overcast here. I am trying to plan A while IB is angry. Of course, everytime I breathe it makes him angry. Oh, well.

I think I will go out and do a little Christmas shopping. No time after today. I do need some things, but really would prefer a nap. What to do???

I'll try to be back this evening. See ya.

Starz -

I do almost all of my Christmas shopping on the net. It is very easy, and you get the best prices. And the best part, it is sent to your door.

If I were you, I think I would remove myself from IB. What a drag he is being.

Beleiver -

I ordered some things on the net last week. Then I get an e mail saying one item is on backorder and they will ship in 2 - 3 weeks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> I may still do some shopping on the net, though. Next weekend I will be free to shop all weekend since IB and S are going duck hunting in Arkansas. IB doesn't hunt, but he will cook. They will leave on Thursday and come back either Sunday or Monday, I forget which.

IB is likely to leave me after New Years', I think. In what I am able to learn, he is more and more anxious to be done with me once and for all. I don't know why he is staying as long as he is, unless it is to gather more money to stash away for their "escape." I do not have control over his actions, of course, but I am preparing myself emotionally as best I can, and securing as many financial matters as possible. I will survive no matter what happens, but I might have to live alone for the rest of my life. But I am a strong person, and I will survive. My daddy raised me that way. At this point, nothing I have done has made any difference at all. Perhaps he will come out of the fog before that happens, but I kind of doubt it. It might take separation and even divorce for the fantasy to end. I know that they plan to marry. It might be 2 or 3 years, but it will end.

According to other people we know, she has had multiple affairs with other men. In fact her H was newly married when she had an affair with him, busting up his marriage. I am told there have been several others during their marriage. So even if she snags IB, she won't stay long. She is at her sexual peak. And, truthfully, he is not. The fantasy will end sometime.

I need to make another appointment with Steve.

Miss Starz -

If he acts with her like he is acting with you, it will end very soon. But don't worry, I've read the statistics, and even when divorcing in their 50's, 81% of the men, and 74% of the women remarry in about 2 years.

But I think your husband will be back because he hasn't bothered to leave. Mine left and lived with OW. Now they have broken up and he has turned into a drunken bum. Oops! Was that a DJ?

He acts with her as he used to act with me before we married. Except now he is a liar and a cheat and a thief. Their conversations are 7th gradish - gossipy, sexy, and built on putting others down (me and OWH). I just about laughed once when he told her that they had promised to "always be honest with each other." Gag. When your whole life is built on a HUGE lie, what kind of garbage is that? Fogspeak. Thank God for MB. At least now I recognize that for what it is. It hurts, but I don't let it push me from my course. He has promised her that he will marry her. He is 56 and she is in her early thirties with two small children 4 and 8 or 9. With me he is sullen, argumentative, and sometimes rude. He looks at me with disgust, takes everything I say as stupid or just plain wrong, forgets that I told him something and then swears I never said it, sees only the worst in me, and seems to hate being around me. I don't know how much longer I can take the hurt.
When I first came to MB, I was greatly encouraged to think there might be hope for ending the affair and reconciliation between us. But I have seen so many come here and in a short period of time, seem to resolve their problems and are at least on their way to a happily ever after. Bob Pure is a great example. I am beginning to be very discouraged, as things seem to be getting worse.

I am not alone, of course - your situation isn't resolved, Robby's has taken a turn downhill at present, and there are probably plenty of others. I guess I just get sad when I see this program working for so many others and not for me.

{{{{{starz}}}}}

but I don't understand this:

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
but I might have to live alone for the rest of my life. <hr /></blockquote>

Robby-

What I mean is this:

I have loved this man for almost 36 years. (I knew him for 2 years before we married, and we will be married 34 years in May if we make it that long. There was complete honesty and trust between us until these last two years.

My feelings of hurt and betrayal are immense. I am no longer young, and I sag in places I shouldn't, am bald due to breast cancer stuff, so I wear a cap or a wig at all times except in the house. I am five feet tall and currently weigh 175. And that's after I lost 50 pounds. Although I have a nice face, and I am talented and funny and love people, I don't know that I ever would want to try to find another man, much less one who would want me. IB has pretty much convinced me that I am not someone that any man could love.

Additionally, I am pretty much a marriage-is-forever kind of girl. I am afraid that whether we end up together or not down the road, I am not likely to marry again. I stood before God on May 23, 1971 and made a promise. I take that pretty seriously. I do understand that adultery is the one valid reason for divorce, but even so I don't want it.

I do not currently believe that I could ever trust anyone unconditionally again.

My husband, except for this A, was a perfect husband. He was honest, good, kind, loving, and great in bed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

I have my son, of course, but only my mother is still living. She is 86 and in poor health. I have cousins, but except for 2, none live near me. Sons, as you may or may not know, marry eventually and spend more of their time with their wife's family, and their children, which is exactly as it should be. Daughters tend to stay in touch more with their mothers after divorce or death. Sons aren't exactly like that. It is difficult for me to think of holidays or special events without family. My husband has two brothers with 6 nieces and nephews so holidays are really fun.

Of course, this is a pity party I am having, but it is also true.

That's what I meant.

Oh Starz, I forgot to tell you. The same people in their 50's who say they will never marry again are the ones that do marry. You'll be just fine.

I think your WH is the same as mine, also going through A MLC. Mine is in love with a woman 20 years younger. One part of the MLC is blaming the wife for EVERYTHING.

Unfortunately I don't want my WH back. Too bad for him.

Starz, you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I am not alone, of course - your situation isn't resolved, Robby's has taken a turn downhill at present, and there are probably plenty of others. I guess I just get sad when I see this program working for so many others and not for me. <hr /></blockquote>I remember in my early days here on MB (about last March/April) WAT once saying something like not everyone is able to recover their marriage, but by following and learning the MB principals you make yourself a better person and in the event you end up remarrying in the future (or even not) you are able to be a better spouse OR person. So even though things look bleak with IB, you are a better person. I know that is small consolation with what you're going through, but God brings us many strange aspects to our lives that we don't understand when they happen.

Much love to you!

RH

[ December 05, 2004, 08:03 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Barn/shed update: Finally got the roof rafters on today, though I miscalculated and didn't order enough 2x4's for the girts. Ok, ok, where's all the 2x4's when you need them? Come on, hit me. Oh, I guess, those 2x4's won't work on my shed. Oh well, I'll figure out what I need and then get it. Plus, I need to go ahead and order the steel siding now.

Weather: Looks like an ugly week ahead...rain, snow, cold weather. Oh well.

Didn't get a deer Saturday (not that I minded), but saw about 5. Didn't have any luck driving them to my buddy who came up. There was a funny though. We were done and standing around just talking. I told my buddy to keep alert cuz even though were done, some deer could run across the fields at any minute. Yup, you guessed it, two minutes later 3 doe ran by, but he didn't have a doe license for our area and I decided to pass.

Hey, AW, how about a sports update on Amer. football:

Helpless Fish lost again, Eagles fly high. Steelers are tied as I type this. Patriots win again, Jets win in Pennington's return. Oh yeah, Cowboys lose tomorrow night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Idiotville - well the pond was NOT a success. All the fish were dead this morning. I was so disappointed. Have no idea why they died. Maybe because it was too cold here. At night it gets down to about 34 degrees.

The fish store said the fish would have no problem adjusting, but they did. They are DEAD, damn&t!

So back to the drawing board for believer.

Good morning (evening) everyone!

Hey Mr. Mayor - How are you doing this evening?

Hi Starz - Chin up! You'll get through this!!!

Hey RH - You didn't kill the thread!!! I always have to make 20 trips to the Home Depot when I have a project going... Guess I wouldn't make a very good contractor...

Hey Believer - Sorry to hear about the fish... Why don't you try some bass or bream? They take to cold water pretty well.... and you can catch them and eat them!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF: It wouldn't be so bad (making all the trips to Lowe's), but it's 50 miles away. Guess, its a good thing I go that way every day for work.

Believer, did the store have any idea why they died? You might want to give the water a week to let the chlorine evaporate before you put anymore fish in it. Or maybe just wait til spring, then put fish in it and then next fall maybe they'll slowly adjust to it.

Hey All!

I'm doing pretty well RIF. W is sick today. Think she has the same stomach virus I had Wednesday and BIL had Friday. It's a real doozey too. Poor girl. I took her some Sprite (diet) and Imodium AD (target brand). Offered to bring her anything else she might need/want. She won't call though... I'm sure she's sleeping.

I'm not complaining, ok, yes I am... but when I was sick I got zero sympathy. Zilch! No compassion whatsoever. Maybe my Giver is just bigger than hers! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF -

Bhaaahaaahaaa. Leave it to you to figure out something to eat. Actually we do have a pet bass - my boys caught him last year and we keep him in an aquarium. As you can tell, I am a fish person.

I have an aquarium with salt water fish, one with fresh water fish, and one with the bass.

Tonight I bought 2 koi that are in my aquarium and getting acclimated to go into the pond.

Also I go fishing constantly, and catch all kinds of things.

Glad you will be home soon.

Believer,

RH said it first so I'm just going to second it...

The water needs time to declorinate. There are chemicals to help but it in not recommended.

I can give you some good links and dealer info if you need it.

Robby - we put the chemicals in the water. But anyway, the koi are safe in my aquarium. So far, they are getting along with my other fish - a beta, guppies, and an Oscar. They are quite beautiful. I love them already and will try to take good care of them.

RH - 50 miles??? You must live out in the sticks!!!

Hey Mr. Mayor - Man, I know what you mean... I turn into the most needy wimp there is when I'm sick... I get zero sympathy from my W... but my middle and youngest daughter like to play nursemaid so they take care of me... well, that is, when I'm home. If I get sick over here, I'll just have to tough it out! I hope your W gets to feeling better...

Hey Believer - So do you ever "test" out your fishing lures on your pet bass???

RIF - You are absolutely a bad boy. Of course I don't test the lures on the bass. He is a pet now.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 RIF - You are absolutely a bad boy. Of course I don't test the lures on the bass. He is a pet now. <hr /></blockquote>You can bend the hook down so you don't hurt him!!!

....and then when you're tired of him being a pet, you can catch him and eat him!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks RIF!

I hope she feels better soon too...

She needs her strength to keep yelling at me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Starz

I am sorry you feel down. Who knows why some WS respond well to MB and some don't....

Remember a random tragedy ( OMs estranged son dying) microwaved OMs NC commitment and THATS one reason my Plan A was effective.

Chin up - remember your personal recovery is more important than your M recovery. Work on THAT and your R will take care of itself I reckon.

{{{{starz}}}}

{{{Starz}}} - IB is going find out that miss curly isn't all he thinks she is. By then I have a feeling you will have moved on.

Bob, I dug up Rob's (my H's) only post on MB for you to have a look at. All the talk about boundaries and whether you want to carry on etc made me think about what he wrote.

This is from June this year and I hope no one minds if I post it here.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hi everyone

I've edited a bit here then...
I was angry and hurt and didn't know how to channel all that emotion. I HATED the OM and still do after 7 months. I have told Jen that I know its wrong but if I ever see him in the street, at a restaurant or a social function he is going to get my fist in his mouth. I guess its a man thing but I don't care if I'm pushing my walker in a rest home he is eventually going to get his!

Anyway, I digress (you see how easy it is to get sidetracked into talking about the OM) what I really wanted to say is that I think Jen and I have nearly come through as a couple.

We have been on the rollercoaster ride that I expect every couple in recovery goes through. We have connected and disconnected with abandon. We have misunderstood each other constantly. We have parted sullenly in the morning and made up passionately at night. We have drunk an extraordinary amount of red wine and have smoked thousands of cigarettes. We have laughed and cried and endured the odd day of silence.

At the end of it all I still love my wife more than ever. I think and hope that we have both grown and learned from what has happened to us. We are both different with each other. Our marriage is not the same and it never will be. It can (and must) be stronger if we want to stay together. I look at her now and I don't see a "fallen" woman, I don't see the woman I married nearly 30 years ago, instead I see a different person, someone new, a lot more secure in herself and who she is. A woman who is prepared to start again in a new voyage with her husband. I'm not sure where it is we will end up but I'm sure excited that I'll be along for the ride.
<hr /></blockquote>That's how he's always seen it and why I'm still here and loving him.

Jen

[ December 06, 2004, 01:26 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Jen, Rob speaks with my words and I with his.

On a bit of a dip right now, but have every hope of us doing as well as you folks.

i REALLY wish Squid would talk to someone like you or KY by mail or phone though I really do....

She needs to know shes not a freak and that she CAN recover the damage caused by her affair. And she hasn't got to beat herself up every day for ever over it.BTW I told her I fogave her last night. And I have. I'll always hurt, I 'll always hate the A and OM but I have no hate or malice in my heart towards Squid anymore over the A. And I lay down my "right" to hold it over her ever again. Even if we split up it will be because we are incompatible not because she had an A. I say those words and I mean them with all my heart right now.

Lets look forward, not back.
Thanks Jen.

You left a kipper in that miserable woman at work's desk yet ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Afternoon Mr. Mayor! How are you doing?

RIF: Sticks? Yes, we sometimes call it that here. We finally got a McDonalds about 10 years ago.

Oops, Morning Idiotville!

{{{{{residents and guests of Idiotville}}}}}

KiwiJ: Thanks for posting Robs one and only message. I do remember reading it at the time it was posted. It resonated deeply to me. I too had the thoughts of needing to pound OM. I still get them from time to time as a matter of fact (it doesn't help that I still see him just about every week).

'morning Idiotville,

4 more days RIF?

Jen, your H's post was awesome. Gives me some hope for the future.

Staying home today with DS. He is better but still feeling pretty puny, poor guy.

Cold here this morning and quite crisp and clear. We had rain yesterday and it is lovely this morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Gave my H his Christmas present yesterday. Just couldn't wait to cheer him a little. Gave him the 1st season DVD set of Columbo. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW, how you feeling today? Mr. Mayor glad you are better. My H was sick for two weeks with whatever is going around. Not stomach stuff, but upper respiratory.

Hello Idiotville !!!!!!
Been working in Warwick today - yeat THAT warwick with the famous castle in it !

I have a sniffle today - picked up no doubt at yesterdays Karate competition, See I KNEW that sport wasn't healthy ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm a bit sad as I always am hen I work at warwick. See I have to drive past THAT hotel to get there and there really isn't another sensible route.

But I'll be OK !

Saw a sheep trying to hump a bale of Hay this morning. I'm guessing he's place SF at the TOP of his EN list !

Quite bizarre though... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin' Idjits!

FF - how is ds this morning?

Starz ((((STARZ))))

Robby - I can yell at you if you need yelling at.

The toilet paper always rolls from the top.

RH - got 1 2x4 at the house. FedEx?

Believer - I LOVE fish. My Oscar grew to be longer than my foot before passing. I had a lovely Red Devil, some dempsys and convicts in the same tank, but the devil, dempsys and convicts all passed because that stupid devil knocked kept fighting with the air hose. One day when we were out for a long time, he mustve knocked out of the tank. Only Oscar and the plecostamus (sp?) lived.

For RIF: We caught a catfish and kept it as a pet. We also would catch crawdaddies (crayfish for you northerners) and keep them as pets till we figured out they were dying b/c the catfish was eatin' 'em. My dad would joke about the 'fish getting "pan big 'nuff". Men!

((((THE REST OF THE IDJITS))))

- Kimmy

I love fish. I love eating them and watching them do their fishy things.

Especially eating them though ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm redecorating our front room and am considering a tropical aquarium for there. Might save room in the refrigerator !

mmmm. Sea bass broiled in garlic and lemon juice.. mmmmm

How are all the idjits to day???

hope you are fine & dandy

RIF 4 days to go!! WOW bet you are getting edgy now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Fish ARE for eating, as are crayfish EXCEPT Koi and those itty bitty things you pay a fortune for. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey I happened to be E mailing a lady by the name of Ellen - in the US - for my young niece as her web site had lots of Xmas things for her and her school friends to use and as we were chating over the net she asked me where 'Uncle Aussie' was as my niece had said her Uncle was in a very 'bad' place. I think she had visions of San Quentin or something...LOL

So I explained he was fighting somewhere in Iraq and we had no idea where or when he would return. So after a little more talk she said she had to go and would email some things for my niece & her school friends to play around with over the next week to which I thanked her very much.

Then to my surprise she emailed me this poem after speaking to a poet friend of hers and I thought it was so good and for all the boys (& girls too!) , like RIF & Aussie who may not be home at Xmas.... though I can hope ... so I wanted to share it with you all

A Soldier's Christmas
Tâ€™ was the night before Christmas,he lived all alone,
in a one bedroom house made of plaster and stone.
I had come down the chimney with presents to give, and to see just who in this home did live.

I looked all about, a strange sight I did see,
no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.
No stocking by mantle, just boots filled with sand, on the wall hung pictures of far distant lands.

it smelled of medals and badges, awards of all kinds,
a sober thought came through my mind.
For this house was different, it was dark and dreary, I found the place of a soldier, once I could see clearly.

The soldier lay sleeping, silent, alone,
curled up on the floor in this one bedroom home.
The face was so gentle, the room in such disorder, not how I pictured a brave Allied soldier.

Was this the hero of whom I'd just read?
curled up on a poncho, the floor for a bed?
I realized the families that I saw this night,
owed their lives to these soldiers who were willing to fight.

Soon round the world, the children would play,
and grownups would celebrate a bright Christmas Day.
They all enjoyed freedom each month of the year,
because of the soldiers, like the one lying here.

I couldn't help wonder how many lay alone,
on a cold Christmas Eve in a land far from home.
The very thought brought a tear to my eye,
I dropped to my knees and started to cry.

The soldier awakened and I heard a rough voice,
"Santa don't cry, this life was my choice;
I fight for freedom, I don't ask for more,
Like the ANZACâ€™s before me my life is my God,
my Country, my Corps."

The soldier rolled over and drifted to sleep,
I couldn't control it, I continued to weep.
I kept watch for hours, so silent and still
and we both shivered from the cold night's chill.

I didn't want to leave on that cold, dark, night,
this guardian of honour so willing to fight.
Then the soldier rolled over, with a voice soft and pure,
whispered, "Carry on Santa, it's Christmas Day, soon it will be daylight and hell coming to play."

He slipped off the safety, he went to the wall
The angel went with him his soul shining bright
One look at my watch, and I knew he was right.
"Merry Christmas my friend, and to all a good night
For no matter his fate, now I knew he would be right.

Written by: Lt Col Bruce Lovely
2004

I thought it was such a lovely gesture and made me feel very humble to think strangers understood so well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW--the was so beautiful what a fitting name for the poet.

Kimmy--DS is doing a little better today. I am staying home from work with him. He woke up wimpering this morning and just wanting mommy to hold him. Because of his disabilities, at age 6 he is still my yummy little lap baby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby--I have a pile of discarded lumber in my back yard, can I interested you in some? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> We are doing a two story addition on our house so that DS can have a larger bedroom and a handicapped accessible bathroom. Should be finished by January ( I hope).

NG, you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> We also would catch crawdaddies (crayfish for you northerners) <hr /></blockquote>Ahh yes, I used to loved catching those thingys. And you're right, we do call them crayfish. I remember one year at our family reunion, my cousin and I caught about 500 of them. We then picked through and kept the biggest 100. My dad cooked em up. They were ok, but that was before I appreciated seafood. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

They were like minature lobsters.

Where's that Christmas card you promised all the emailers?

Bob: Humping an hay bale? Ouch that would hurt.

Thanks for the 2x4 offers. Guess I'll pass. It'd probably cost more to ship them than they cost. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oops, sorry RH. Meant to offer my lumber left overs to you. LOL, I guess I belong here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH - PHYSICAL addy, not email addy darlin idjit!

Now, that makes more sense. And it has me laughing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Guess I belong here too.

FF: I knew who you meant. No problem. I'll bet when the mayor reads that he'll be going WTF?

Still awake but my eyes are fluttering, yawning, and the bed is looking so good from here.

Its pathetic thats all I can say!!

But you are keeping me smiling...... with all those offers of 2x4's for RH and his addy's hehehe

Hi ids,

Was going to post to my journal, but... ah, SSDD.

I'm for sure an idiot because I don't know what I want to happen to my M any more.

But last night, feeling sentimental, I was immensely bummed out.

So I made some of Kimmy's bourbon balls.

Actually I only mixed them up, but before bed I rolled a wad of the gloop up, rolled it in some powdered sugar, and tried it.

Not bad. But all I could taste was cocoa and bourbon. What about the pecans and vanilla crumbs? They may as well be falafel mix for as much as I can taste them. Suggestions, D-D?

GC

Hi, guys. So sorry I was bummed out this weekend. I am still bummed but promise not to bring everyone down with it.

I just can't seem to get here much this week. Don't know what I can do to make more time. It's just a really bad busy week for me. 5 concerts, a rehearsal, plus teaching all day each day, a banquet to attend tonight where Curly might show up. IB and son leaving Thursday to be gone all weekend, leaving me with animals and handling all emergencies. Maybe nothing will happen and it will be peaceful.

I had a plecostomus (sp) we called pickle puss. It was a good name for him. We had a salt water aquarium for a long time. Loved the salt water fish, anemones, coral, etc. Stayed dirty all the time, though, and we finally gave it up. It was so peaceful,though, to sit and watch it. It makes your blood pressure drop 20 points, I believe, just to sit and watch the fish swim.

Well, must go dress for this banquet - we present an award every year in memory of our son. It's kind of an emotional thing for us. Keep your fingers crossed - if Curly is there, I might not be able to restrain my urges. Yuk.

Morning/Evening Everyone!!!

3 Days and a wake-up <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hope everyone is doing well...

Fish still alive, Yeah!

Bob - A sheep trying to hump a bale of hay? If that was the high point of your day, things must be boring there.

3 days and a wake up! Wow RIF, so close. Have you finished packing? Got my surprise in your bag? LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I bet the ladies in your life can't wait to see you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Things are strange on the board today, better to stick around here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

NOW do you know how many hours, RIF??

Everybody please check my other thread and give me opinions, please. It's called Was this a boundary or an LB? (Very bad evening)

Hello all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

starz,

You asked for opinions, I'm sure you didn't mean me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

So I won't speak to the MB part of it, I'm not an expert and others are much smarter than I am.

HOWEVER!

dusting off soapbox...

IMO plan A doesn't make you a doormat. Or invisible. Or excuse or condone ****ed up behavior.

Sure, he's mad. You're ruining his fantasy.

Tsk, tsk.

All he's doing is ruining your life.

I may be wrong. But you're still human and the choice to ignore his bull**** would seem to be far more intolerable.

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Good evening Idiots, Mayor. Wow, the board has been rough today. I'm thankful for this place.

The president is coming to my place of employment tomorrow - no Robby, not the president of Idiotville - the president of the United States. So it will be an exciting day for me.

Where is LINY? After brown posted EWWWWW, haven't heard from him.

Hey Believer, Hope you enjoy all the excitement. The couple times the President visited where I work it was crazy. No sack lunches or back packs allowed into the building and we all had to checked with the magnetometer.

RIF, It is getting closer by the hour...

s'bout my bedtime. 'night all in Iville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi Believer - Glad the new fish made it!!! Hey, the VP is over here today... he popped in then went down to Kabul...

Hey FF - Yep, 3 days and a wake up... not sure what time the plane leaves on Saturday AM... but I'm going to be on it one way or another! I'm going to have to wash one more time before I finish packing... but I'll be ready!!

How's it going Starz - Well, I know that it's under 90 hrs... they don't post the flight times until 24 hrs in advance... so I'm kindof guessing until Friday...

Hey Mr. Mayor - How's it going with you today?

Anyone seen Bob or AW? How about LINY or Brown???

Well, back to work...

Hows everyone at idiotsville today??

Been very busy here and I have been busy packing my sons bags for the Army training camp for which he leaves tomorrow morning.
It very, very hard to realise my little boy is now a 6ft 17 yr old who has been a great joy in our lives.
With all the ADD problems he had and some bad friends he NEVER has given us a real moments worry, until he decided to join the Army of course. Of course dad says itâ€™ll make a man of him, but then HE would!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

But Iâ€™ve promised no tears no mushy stuff from Mom in front of the other guys, so Iâ€™ll be very good just like the rest of the Moms. Well Iâ€™ll try. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So 3 socks, green Khaki standard issue, 3 shorts ditto, T shirts PE type green, undies etc etc etc etc well Iâ€™m used to packing that type of bag so no problems do that in my sleep, little trickle from eyes, just the sinus, Oh shut up you men. Moms are allowed to have a little sniffle at these times <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Well RIF just a few short days to go and you'll be home and emeshed in all the family dramas...I bet you CAN"T WAIT!! ,,,lol MAke sure you give you W and kids a big hello from Aussie & me and have a great time!!

Hey AW - Good to hear from you... I guess all of the other nightshifters abandoned their posts...

Our oldest daughter will go off to college next year... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I can't imagine any of my girls joining the Army! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Well I hope THAT never happens RIF, but I guess we will feel much the same when they go to college or Uni over here except they wont have to leave home to do that in Perth. Thank God

Marriage of course will be the BIG thing for them most likely, that or running off with a boyfriend....... yikes frightening myself ...lol

My Dad always used to say that we girls were Gods way showing him that there are so many guys out there just like he had been after what he was after at 18 ...lol
I dont think he handled our late teen years very well the poor man... and when I Married Aussie at 18 it was like the end of the world....heh wouldn't last a year he said... sort of got that wrong.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

He still has a bit of a chuckle over those times and says to me just wait..... tell me about it, adult DD and near adult DS and now a new one on the way.... wow I surely do things out of order...lol

Good Morning Idiotville!

Where has YL been for so long?

Liny?

Brown?

Bob?

Where is everyone?

RIF: If I don't get a chance to tell you later, or whatever, enjoy your R&R!! If anyone ever deserved it, it's you guys serving. Thanks again from all here.

AW: I'm not sure the right word to use, so I'll try not to stick my foot in my mouth. Your son joining the army and leaving will be tough. I was going to use the word congratulations, but that just doesn't seem right. Your young man is entering the army AND you have much to be proud of. Good luck and we'll keep him in our prayers for you.

Morning all!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> My Dad always used to say that we girls were Gods way showing him that there are so many guys out there just like he had been after what he was after at 18 ...lol
I dont think he handled our late teen years very well the poor man... <hr /></blockquote>It's scary to think of my teenage daughter out with a boy... I'm glad I've still got a few years to enjoy the younger girls... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I love my oldest daughter too, but boy, can they be confusing!!!

Hey Mr. Mayor - It was pretty slow here today... not sure where everyone went... How are you doing this morning?

Doing good RIF! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How long is your R&R?

Are you done for a while?

Going back?

What are you gonna try to do (besides fish) while you're here?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

This made me laugh...
Last line is <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Americans weigh down cruise ship

07dec04

DOZENS of seats on the world's most luxurious cruise liner have collapsed under the weight of obese American passengers.

The chairs -- on the Queen Mary 2 -- are being replaced or repaired.
The seating is mainly in the bar and restaurant areas.

Alstom Chantiers, the French company that provided the liner with all its fixtures and fittings, claimed many of the chairs had buckled under the weight of larger passengers.

"There are some things that need to be changed or replaced," said a spokesman. "For instance, there are some problems with the chairs because some of our passengers are heavier than we imagined.

"It's not an English problem, it's probably more American."

An unnamed former member of the ship's crew said: "We do have many large passengers on the QM2. Most of the passengers are American.

"And we do have 10 restaurants on the ship, so if they are big when they get on, they tend to be bigger when they get off."

Hey Robby & all !

I'm really busy at work , decorating our home, our upcoming " virtual" Christmas day next Saturday and with our latest recovery challenge. Not much time to hang. Hope so soon tho' !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

All blessings !!!!!

Robby

What are you gonna try to do (besides fish) while you're here?

RIG has been away from his lady for more than 200 days.

Go figure

* ahem *

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

New Social Security Plan Allows Workers To Put Portion Of Earnings On Favorite Team

WASHINGTON, DCâ€”President Bush signed an ambitious Social Security plan into law Monday that will allow citizens to bet a third of their payroll taxes on their favorite sports teams.
"It's time we gave the American people the chance to make some real money for retirement," Bush said, speaking from the new Office of Social Security and Pari-mutuel Wagering Building. "Some naysayers think the average citizen doesn't know how to handle his own money. When spring training starts next year, it's up to you to prove them wrong."
"It's your money," Bush added. "You earned it. You should be able to bet it on whatever team you want."
Under the new plan, participating citizens will be asked to list their favorite teams on their W-2 forms. At the start of each major sports season, program participants will visit their local Social Security booking offices to review point spreads and sample playoff trees. Citizens' team selections will be subject to approval by their employers, who contribute a percentage of wages to the employee Social Security Earned Benefits Fund, or "pot," under the new system.
"For too long, Social Security has been managed by an elite group of government accountants and economists," said U.S. Sen. Paul Ryan (R-WI), a longtime advocate of Social Security reform and athletics-based gambling. "Why let your retirement money sit around in an account when you could double or triple it in a single year? Under the new plan, anyone with access to a sports page can control his financial destiny."
Added Ryan: "Assuming, of course, that Favre keeps a lid on those turnovers next season."
Many in Congress praised the bipartisan Social Security Athletic Wagering Commission for "developing a system with favorable odds" for America's taxpayers.
"The risk is greater, but so are the potential payouts," said commission member U.S. Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV), who has long argued that sporting organizations have higher standards of oversight, accountability, and strategic transparency than the federal government. "Why, a Boston-area resident who placed 2 percent of his lifetime earnings on the Patriots or the Red Sox this year would have tens of thousands of dollars in his retirement fund. That's a lot of squeeze, even after taxes."
Reid refused to comment on the potential financial losses of a Brooklyn mother of three who bet the Mets, Knicks, Jets, or Giants during the past 10 years.
"Not everyone likes pouring money into a long-term account month after month, motivated only by the promise of a solid future," newly appointed Social Security and Pari-mutuel Wagering chief Demitri "The Greek" Kannapolis said. "Now, citizens will be able to see their Social Security system working every time they flip through the sports pages. It'll make the games more fun, too, because there'll be more riding on them."
Several members of Congress have criticized the plan.
"While we do need to restructure our Social Security system, this isn't the way to do it," U.S. Rep. Bob Matsui (D-CA) said. "Statistics show that certain groups of peopleâ€”women below the poverty line, for exampleâ€”don't care about sports. I support an addition to the plan that will allow citizens who don't follow professional athletics to put a portion of their SSI payout into lottery tickets."
"Everyone deserves a chance at realizing the American dream, whether they like to follow the Rams or the PowerBall picks," Matsui added.
U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum (R-PA) dismissed critics who contend that the plan will cause a $2 trillion shortfall in the current funds being paid out to seniors.
"People can nitpick all they want, but there's a lot of money to be made if you take the time to do a little research," Santorum said. "Just look at this football season. With the Steelers leading the AFC North and the Eagles leading the NFC East, people in my state might have benefited handsomely from an opportunity like this."
Added Santorum: "Sure, we're risking a couple trillion, but I got a feeling people are gonna double that money when baseball season comes around, no problem."
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 Robby

What are you gonna try to do (besides fish) while you're here?

RIF has been away from his lady for more than 200 days.

Go figure

* ahem *

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Now Bob, how did you know that??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Oh, and I'm going to drink a beer or two or three or four...

Mr. Mayor - I'll be home for 15 days... and will have to come back around the first of January... then we'll have just under 4 months left... that is unless we get extended <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Least Competent Criminal

It was one of the classics, but it happened anew, in Bloomington, Ill., in October. Donald R. Hilger was arrested and charged with robbing 11 local businesses over the previous two weeks. He was picked up shortly after a robbery of a Jewel/Osco store, and police brought two of that robbery's witnesses by the arrest scene to see if they could identify him. According to police, however, as soon as the employees spotted Hilger, Hilger pointed at one of them and blurted out, "That's the one I robbed." [Pantagraph (Bloomington), 10-15-04]

Starz: I was going to post on your thread, but didn't really have any advice that I thought would help your situation. Your sitch seems more complicated than many because of the farm and business. I would echo Believers question in that "does Curly's H know?" If he doesn't that could help to stop the A, and really that it is continuing is what is killing you (or at least your love for IB).

{{{{{Starz}}}}}

Hey Mr. Mayor--love the incompetant criminal story. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Idiotville--how is everyone today?

RIF--sorry it is only 15 days. I pray you will be able to make the most of every minute with your dear family. After that I am sure the 4 months will go fast.

AW--must be hard to see your son join the Army, especially while Aussie is deployed. My oldest is 21 and still living here at home. My oldest and youngest are 15 years about BTW.

GC - The bb's get better after sitting overnight. Have you tried them since? How gloopy was the mix? You could try adding more nilla wafers.....

Starz - will reply on your thread.

hi gang!

well after a nice little cooool bath and mini sleep - it has been a glorious 90 today & the same is forcast for the next 5 to 6 days though it should get more humid soon, in fact its 89 at midnught right now - son asleep - all excited, DD was on the phone to Canberres speaking to her hunk , laughter, kisses and a few sobs - sigh just getting so serious - but who am I to speak??

One good thing about DS going into Army at 17 is that he is not subject to OS deployment until 2 years have expired AND he can pull out at any time no questions asked and stays in this state until after hes 18. Its really about seeing if he likes the Army and if the Army likes him.

Unfortunately all his previous instructors and the lastest from the navy trip say hes "such a great team support , encourages and helps without asking, looks for work, listens, ask questions, seeks answers, inititive, grade A material" mmm could have had a BIT more of that around the house, but there you are.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well lets see what the first 10 days do and then hes home for Xmas/New Year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hope everyone is having a great day!

My skirt is a bit too small....

keeps falling off my hips!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Gee thanks Robby.

Nice mental image.

Now I DEFINATELY don't want lunch.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well I am painting our room wearing my leftover fatboy clothes !

I can't believe I used to be big enough to fit these !!!

Robby' skirt and my pants keep sliding down !!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I sort of have that problem Robby right now because I wasn't eating too well - obvious reason now, dont think it will last too long though!! lol

hey with Xmas comming up I thought I'd post my proposed Xmas menu I will do for the whole family - our turn this year and see if any one wants to try them and see if they are ok or any suggestions to improve.

I'm doing a cocktail, soup, main with salad & 2 sweets. haven't done something like this for years so we'll see how I go.

got any ideas drop me line please or try one or two see if you think I have it right.

Drinks galore - cartons of beer, wine red & white & sparkling plus this great version of Margaritas

2 shots of tequila
1 shot Cointreau
1 shot freshly squeezed lime juice
Salt and lime wedge, to serve
Put all the ingredients into a shaker. Shake well and serve in a martini glass with a salt rim and a split lime wedge.

As for food Iâ€™ll start off withâ€¦

Prawn Cocktail

2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon vinegar
Pinch dry mustard
1 Â½ cups olive oil
2 shallots
1kg prawns
Grated Lemon rind
Lime & lime juice
Tomato paste
Cayenne pepper
Clove garlic crushed
Â½ cup dry white wine

Beat the egg yolks vinegar seasoning mustard together for 30 seconds. Add the oil in a continual stream until all the ingredients are combined and then combine remaining ingredients

Serve chilled prawns on lettuce, spoon over sauce, had a thin slice of lemon to each serving â€¦â€¦â€¦ for a change use a Lime just becauseâ€¦

The I will follow with my Melon soup which is yummy..

Chilled Melon Soup

1 large rock melon
2 teaspoons of lemon juice
1 Â½ cup cold water
1 chicken stock cube crushed
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
Freshly ground pepper
6 chives chopped
Pinch of fresh nutmeg

Peel, seed and cube rockmelon
Place half of melon into food processor and puree
Repeat with remaining melon and pour into bowl
Combine puree, lemon juice, cold water, crumbled stock cube, liqueur, pepper and nutmeg
Stir thoroughly.
Place in the refrigerator and chill for several hours before serving
When serving sprinkle chives over each serving.. Its really refreshing on a hot Xmas day when the old thermometer goes to 100+

Now the main I want something different this year for lunch, so I was thinking of the Salmon before or maybe the Duck

Salmon Fillet Wrapped in Prosciutto with Herby Lentils, Spinach and Yoghurt

9 ounces lentils
4 (8-ounce) salmon fillets, skinned and pin-boned
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices of prosciutto
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
2 good handfuls mixed herbs (flat-leaf parsley, basil, and mint), chopped
3 large handfuls spinach, chopped
7 ounces plain yoghurt, lightly seasoned with salt and pepper
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Put the lentils into a pan, cover with water, bring to a boil and simmer until tender. Season the salmon fillets with a little pepper before wrapping them in the prosciutto slices. Leave some of the flesh exposed. Now here I always drizzle with olive oil and roast in the oven for around 10 minutes until the prosciutto is golden. Feel free to cook the salmon for less time if pinker is to your liking. Drain away most of the water from the lentils and season carefully with salt, pepper, the lemon juice and olive oil. Just before serving, stir the herbs and spinach into the lentils on a high heat, until wilted. Place on plates with the salmon and finish with a drizzle of lightly seasoned yoghurt.
Now you get 4 serves easily out of this and can just add as much as you like depends on how many people - about 20 here so I just add to taste & when I say & oz etc of this or that I sort of just guess.

2 (3 1/2 pound)ducks (1.5 kilograms)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
9 ounces (255 grams) fresh ginger
2 long stalks baby rhubarb
2 handfuls fresh sage
1 bulb garlic, cloves removed and chopped in half
2 red onions, roughly sliced
2 wineglasses Marsala or Vin Santo
1 cup (285 millilitres) vegetable, chicken, or duck stock
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
Season the ducks generously, putting some salt in the cavity as well. Make sure you save the fat and the giblets for the gravy.
Coarsely grate half the ginger and rhubarb. Mix this in a bowl with half the sage and all the garlic and onion, and stuff the mixture inside the cavity of the ducks, ensuring there is an air cavity.
Place the ducks on a tray on top of the chopped up giblets and roast in the oven for one hour. Turn the temperature down to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and cook for another 1 1/2 hours until crisp and tender. The ducks are ready when the skin is crisp and the leg bones can be easily removed.
During this time you will need to drain the fat maybe 3 times into a bowl, this will separate into a clear fat which you can keep for roasting.
Once cooked allow the ducks to rest on a warmed plate while you make the sauce. Drain off any remaining fat from the roasting tray.
Pull out all the stuffing and any juices from the inside of the duck and put in the roasting tray and warm this on a low heat.
Add the Marsala and loosen all the sticky goodness from the bottom of the tray, and reduce. Add the stock and reduce to a good taste and consistency.
Pass the sauce trough a coarse sieve.
Remove the breasts from the ducks with a knife and, using your hands, remove the thighs. Arrange the breasts and thighs on a large serving plate.
Finely slice the remaining ginger and fry off in a little hot oil (or you can use the duck fat) in a non-stick pan. As the ginger begins to color, add the rest of the rhubarb, finely sliced, and the rest of the sage. Fry until crisp. Sprinkle this over the duck and drizzle with the sauce.

DUCK OR SALMON ????????????

Now a side salad for this is something called â€˜The Easiest Sexiest Salad in the Worldâ€™

4 ripe figs
4 slices prosciuitto or Parma ham
A good handful green or purple basil
4 small balls buffalo mozzarella, torn

For the Honey and Lemon Juice Dressing:
1 tablespoon good honey - I love to use wild honey
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cut a criss-cross in the figs, but not quite to the bottom, and then, using your thumb and forefinger, squeeze the base of the fig to reveal the inside.
Place the figs on a large plate and weave around I piece of prosciutto or Palma ham around each fig.
Add the ripped up basil and the buffalo mozzarella.
Drizzle over the honey, making sure each fig has some in the middle, then drizzle the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.
Or mix all the dressing ingredients together in a bowl and season, to taste, then drizzle everything with the honey and lemon juice dressing if youâ€™re in a hurry, it works really just the same

Chocolate & wattleseed mousse
ingredients
600ml cream
1 cup of melted dark chocolate
Â½ cup caster sugar
Â½ cup strong wattleseed syrup (ground & roasted then put through a expresso machine)

method
Whip cream until nearly piping consistency with caster sugar then add chocolate and wattleseed syrup and mix pipe into champagne saucers and refrigerate for 1 hour. Garnish with fresh strawberry , mint and sugar bark. Dust with chocolate icing sugar and serve. You can also place the mousse in a chocolate basket or a brandy snap basket.

And also

Portuguese Chocolate Tarts

5 ounce (150 gram) slab puff pastry
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons caster sugar (superfine sugar)
Pinch allspice
A couple pinches cinnamon
1 orange, zested

For the filling:
5 1/2 fluid ounces (160 millilitres) double cream (heavy cream)
2 level tablespoons caster sugar
The smallest pinch salt
1/2 stick butter, softened
1/2 pound best-quality baking chocolate, broken up
1 1/2 fluid ounces (50 millilitres) milk
Cocoa powder, for dusting
Dust a surface with flour and roll out your pastry to a bit bigger than an 8 1/2-by-11-inch sheet of paper. Brush with the egg yolk and scatter the rest of the ingredients over, being subtle with the allspice and cinnamon. Roll the pastry up tightly like a Swiss roll to make a long sausage shape. With a knife, cut across the sausage into 1-inch (2 1/2-centimeter) pieces. Take 8 pieces aside, and freeze the rest of the pastry for a rainy day.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C/gas 6).
Turn all the pieces of pastry swirl-side up and flatten them slightly. Dust the surface of your pastry with flour, then roll each piece out into a thin circle (around the size of a teacup saucer). Even I don't have proper pastry moldâ€™s at home, so I just grease and flour the outsides of 8 of my glass tumblers. Then, I place a circle of pastry on top of each tumbler, pleating, pinching and hugging the pastry around them.
Place the tumblers on a baking tray, pastry at the top, and put in the preheated oven until crisp and golden, around 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and, while still hot, take a tea towel and pat the slightly raised top of the pastry back down on to the flat bottom of the tumbler giving you a flat base again. Allow to cool, and carefully remove the pastry cases from around the tumblers.
Fill your pastry cases with the chocolate filling: Place the double cream, sugar, and pinch of salt in a pan and bring to the boil. As soon as the mixture has boiled, remove from the heat, and add the butter and chocolate. Stir until it has completely melted. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, stirring in the cold milk until smooth and shiny. Sometimes this mixture looks like it has split. Allow the mixture to cool down a bit more, and whisk in a little extra cold milk until smooth. Scrape all the mixture into the cooked pastry shells. Shake to even it out and allow to cool for around 1 to 2 hours, until it is at room temperature. Dust with the cocoa powder. Ultimately the pastry should be short and crisp and the filling should be smooth and should cut like butter.

Well ambitious I hear you say, yep, but my BIL is a chef so he said he'll help on the day before & I can use his kitchen. But hes a slave driver in his kitchen, talk about Hitler... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:

Robby' skirt and my pants keep sliding down !!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Yeah Baby !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

For the Love of Chocolate TIME OUT!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> My skirt is a bit too small....

keeps falling off my hips!!
<hr /></blockquote>If the skirt is too SMALL, it will not be falling off you!!!!!!!!!!!

Did the rest of you really not catch this, or are you just trying to over look it because it was the Mayor?? Man, you guys are Idiots!!!

Mayor, where did you get that porn music?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Okay, TIME IN - Continue.

lots of love Jelly

HI JELLYBING! I miss you! Want a Christmas postcard? Send me your PHYSICAL addy (hehe RH).

Love you, too.

Kimmy, gimme!

I want a postcard.

GC

Time to vote

oops, I mean time to go to a Christmas party.

Jumbo Shrimp, Maryland Crabcakes, softshell crabs, prime rib, yummmmy!!!!

Love you too Kimmy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Geez. I was just joshin' ya, RH! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

GC - email me your addy @ niosgirl@yahoodotcom

only put a real dot in the dot place.

BTW: Read your thread. I'm sorry you're hurtin'. Sometimes we need a "wooza", so WOOZA.

Wooza - an all purpose word I made up to show sympathy and support, to be used only when no other words will apply or are too small to convey the heartfelt emotions behind the declaration.

And, you are rather not hard on the eyes, imo. But what do I know?

- Kimmy, who stayed with her dwh thru two OC, was pointed out on a thread as an idiot or whatever so guesses she belongs here.

((I'm still chafing a bit, can you tell??))

I must be an idiot..I never noticed Robby's skirt was too tight! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Kimmy, I have been staying away from that thread cuz I just want to choke that 22 y/o know it all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> You have been so patient and have really taken the high road with her. You should be proud of yourself for not letting her get to you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, that wasn't the thread I was referring to, but I did have to take a breath before replying. No big, tho. I think that person is a little misunderstood...even for all her vehemence, there is still much to learn, no? She knows it. She was as kind as she knew how to be.

Thank you for your kudos, tho. That thread brought some oldtimes out...It was nice to hear nice things about me from them.

- Kimmy

Hi, y'all. Hi, Jelly, too!

I have nothing to say, but just thought I'd say hello. Have my big school Christmas concert tonight. So I'm staying late, keeping some kids company, etc. Guess I'll run for a few minutes and see if I can buy a new Christmas tree for tonight. Ours broke today, and we really need another one for the concert tonight.

Might stop and get a couple burgers for my helpers herem, too.

Don't plan to go home tonight until after the concert, anyway. Don't need to go home just so he can have more of an opportunity to be rude to me. Will check back with you guys later.

(((SQUEEZES STARZ))) Merde!

Speaking of concerts...where's DipiT????

Yeah, where IS DipiT? She must be in too many rehearsals to write to us!!

Tis the season to be jolly. HO HO HO (Oh, no, I didn't mean to talk about Curly today!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Queen Jelly Bing !!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wanna hear a funny? I have a button with the word Ho and a 3, so it's Ho cubed. How geeky am I?

And Lemon Dash, where is she? Oy! Half our population is MIA!

KY - good to see ya ... hum SN .... I miss ya too!!!

No, I haven't posted since the whole EWWWWW!!!! incident (hehehehe). LINY has been busy making me some good stuff for lunch and dinner. He made me feel so special today. He made me fried ravioli and for dinner he made us chicken alfredo (I will have to make the egg noodles - so that's not too hard. I can boil water <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> ).

Anyway, I've been busy and tired. I'll be back ... DD wants those noodles like yesterday ... A Mom's gotta do what a Mom's gotta do!!!

Brown

Robby, 2 funny. The kids loved it.
Now explain how that dress falls down when it is too small.

Okay, Kimmy, I'll send it. {{{NG}}}

Hi Starz, sing a high note for me, or any note, because I can't hit them.

RH, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> licks for you, and your dinner sounds amazing, love that kind of food.

Turkey enchilada casserole for us tonight and left over chocolate cake YUM!!

YL, is very busy getting back to work, they fell apart without her.

I'm off once again, love to you all.

HELLOOOOOO!!!

Anybody around!?!?!?

Sure I finally took a minute to hang a little around the Ville and nobody's around.

Oh well, I'll check back later (I have no life!!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 I can boil water <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>What a catch you are!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 07, 2004, 06:34 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Jelly, you know I meant too loose!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

For Jelly kids !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can also make ice cubes!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can cook ... it's just that no one is home to eat anymore ... it's me and the girls (D-11 and D-3) - we don't eat much. Now when the "boys" were home at dinnertime - they could really put it away!!!! I do "cook" on the weekends (or I have a good plan to order out).

More for Jelly Kids !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 I can also make ice cubes!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah but Liny said you have to look up the recipe! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Click Watch Film <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 07, 2004, 07:14 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Hey Mr. Mayor, Kimmy, Brown, Starz - How's everyone doing this evening???

Hey Jelly! I don't think I've ever posted to you before... I'm new here... and I'm on the night shift...

Don't encourage her, I'm about to pass her post count! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Click Watch Film <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby (Mayor)very funny the white trash christmas, but what' with the commercial?

Evening RIF, how are ya?

Sorry Kimmy, oh ok, I think I know the other thread you are talking about.

I don't.

What other thread? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hey FF - I'm doing great! 2 days and a wake-up!!! Yeah, what thread????

hello everyone

Yeah what thread??
(j/k I'm completely clueless and I don't feel like reading the last 5 days worth of Idiotville - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Hi RIF - 2 days kewl

Mayor - the recipe was a family secret <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> like B&M baked beans!!!

URGH!!! (mini-vent - frustrated that LINY is on the N/S).

Starz - need a {{{HUG}}}

AW - how are you doing mamma? I haven't read in a few days - does Aussie know yet?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Believer - Why is the Pres coming to your work tomorrow??

KY - Nice drive by posting - how's ST doing? Please say "hello" for us (me & LINY). Sending you chocolate {{{HUGS}}}

Oh I almost forgot the noodle thing worked out great. The completion of dinner was a success <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> .

Kimmmy: No problem, I know you were joshing. It's nice to see other people even remember me which is weird, but I am an idiot, ya know?

I'm cool with you.

I'm back from Christmas party. My word, their rum and cokes were 90% rum and 10% coke. The jumbo shrimp must have been 6-8" long <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> . And the crab cakes were to die for. I'm stuffed. Oh well, now I have to wait until next year to have them again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hey RH - Good to see you!!! I almost had a thread killer going... but Brown bailed me out! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Thanks Brown!!!

Hey RIF anytime - I mean I could never repay you for serving our country - but I can bail ya out of the killer thread kill.

Hi RH - how are you this evening? The Christmas party sounds like it was very good for you. We go to LINY's on 12/17/2004 (not looking forward to it b/c it's with his employees and one of his employees is the OW's sister. Alot of tension involved in the attendance <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )

Hey people !!!!!!

WOw what a time....work panic, home redecoration panic and intense relationship talk.

I have decided * drumroll and wait for lifer 2x4's * that I am not going to talk about the fricking A over the holidays unless Squid instigates it. Enough already.
I just want to enjoy loving, and being loved by my Baby for a while.

We're both feeling pretty beat up after a month of hard R talk, particularly Squid who is sad but resigned to quitting almost all involvement in her sport to maintain NC and meet my need for her companionship. Its a lot bigger deal than you might think. Its not just 'fun' for her, its been the way she validated herself for a quarter century.

I want to peel the 'FBS' and 'FWS' stickers off our foreheads for a while and just be Squid and Bob : Kate and Dan's mom and dad.

Time to let the yeast of these discussions work through the dough of us both for a while and have soem FUN together FFS !!! I can barely remember fun !!!!!!!

Ah ! Feel better now I've said that!.

* HEY RIF I was telling squid about you today, I've decided a good way to entice her onto these boards is to tease her with the great stories some folks have on here. A serviceman home for Christmas was astory she liked to hear !

Man I can see the joy in yours and your Ws faces when you meet. Lovely ,man. Just lovely.

Hey Bob (& Squid) - definitely have some fun. I'm kinda thinking the same way you are. I'm tired of this Infidelity stuff (and I know LINY is that's for sure). I just don't want to do it for the holidays either (or the rest of our life)(URGH!!!)

I feel badly for your dear Squid - it would be the same for LINY if I ever had to ask him to stop refereeing Soccer (Football <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). He's been doing it all his life - playing it then refereeing since he was 12 YO. (And so far none of our kids plays - maybe the 3 YO). Is there anything else for her to do that would stimulate her in the same way? (*ahem* doesn't count - hehehehehe). Is there anything the 2 of you could do together? (I said *ahem* doesn't count!!!).

I think getting away for you guys will be a really good thing for the holidays. When do you come over here anyway??

(So, many questions and no cheers <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> . I'm still working on that - maybe I need a new job?!?! Myabe I could be a pollster?!?!? Naw!!!).

RH - the only kind of Christmas party schoolteachers ever have is a bring a dish lunch. Then the janitors come in and eat all the food before the teachers get a break.

Concert big success. Well received. IB didn't go. (What a surprise!!) I came home, he was out in office. Came in and I asked him about what the doctor said today at his appointment. So he had to talk to me Heeheehee. Got him. Well, must go now. Really tired - long day. Stressful in many ways.

Will have plenty of time to talk tomorrow, I think.

So long for now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Brown !!!

Yeah, its like "I know why don't we remind each other we're in the poop by changing the subject to the A again?" * sigh *. Had a HUGELY progressive month, and I just want to enjoy loving her and BEING loved by her for a while.

We arrive in Miami on the 16th ( hooray !!!!)

Four nights there then off to Marathon in the keys on 20th. Wonderful.

We have our " Christmas day" with kids opening gifts, the Turkey dinner and friends and relatives coming over this Saturday !

It works wonderfully for us, we've spent Christmas in Fla for some five years now. Then Christmas day in florida is a very relaxed affair with small gifts, maybe a local church and a swim in the sunshine.

Re Squid's sport it really is hard for her but I don't see any other way unfortunately. She has been a karate champion, and wanted to continue contribution to her sport althoug he knees are going by being a senior referee. She is hghly respected in the sport as such too BUT, OM will be at every tournament she could referee and we both know that is not acceptable.

She should have picked someone from another part of her life to have an affair with. Like nobody perhaps.... * sigh *

News too Brown is that I am changing my job. I have a very senior job that requires long long hours and lots of foreign travel to fulfil.

As part of MY recommitment to our R I am changing this. I am moving to a UK-based job, that needs only 40-50 hours per week to properly fulfil without flying every week.

Yes its a demotion and any career progression hopes I had will be put on hold for a while at least but such is unimportant. I will still be fairly well paid in a pretty secure job that gives me more time with Squid and the kids so its gott abe a good thing. recovery isn;t just about FWS giving up stuff.

And we're looking to set up in business together Squid and I, but i need commitment from her regarding Karate first. We want to start a driving school !

So a respite from that work mess will also be nice over Christmas.

Affairs are horrible things, they pollute every part of our lives don't they ? No wonder recovery is so hard and takes so long.

Whats your Christmas plans Brown ?

[ December 07, 2004, 09:45 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Evening Iville,

RIF--woohoo, you are two days away from seeing your girl's faces!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Happy Snoopy dance for you.

The thread I was thinking of was LM's which indirectly referenced Kimmy. Am I right Kimmy? Do I win a prize?

We had MC last night and it went so well that my H is being SWEET to me and I got the best **kiss** in weeks from him. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
No SF yet, but I will take the kisses. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RH--your party sounds fun, our "party" is a one hour event from 4:00 to 5:00. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Jeez, you would think they could at least spring for lunch. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Did I get enough emoticons in??

Hope you all have a great evening or morning whichever it is. Have fun nightshift!

Hey Bob! Good to see you... Haven't seen you around as much... Hope everything is going well with you and Squid... it's OK to take a break from the A stuff every now and then! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF stuffs going just about as well as it possibly could 5 months in recovery mate <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I've been unbelievably busy at work, at home and in recovery but to to stop by now and then.

Oh man I bet you can TASTE your R&R ! i PRAY nothing spoils it for you friend.

{{manly hugs }}
And yes I think its ok to just live and love now and again too ! Hope so anyway !

Hey FF - Glad to see that you and your H are making progress... remember baby steps!

Oh, and thanks for the "Happy Snoopy Dance"... I've got to find "A Charlie Brown Christmas" for my girls...

Well, Idiots, I say goodnight and thanks for the warm fuzzy feeling that all you have given me tonight (just be reading how much we do care about each other <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> - no really it's a good thing and thems happy tears!!!)

I'll try to hit it up again tomorrow - but now is the N/S time and I ain't on it.

RIF - I'll have to tell LINY that you only have 2 days b/f R&R - I think he wanted to wish ya well and manly stuff.

Bob - the change in job sounds like a good move - the driving school (Is that for golfing???? or left side of the road "driving"???? J/K). Tell Squid I'd love to meet her (well, cyberly of course) and I can't wait. And the usual plans for Christmas - the Eve is at my Bro's w/ my family and the Christmas day is at my SIL's w/ LINY's family (both can be extremely tense and sometimes very stressful). Thank Goodnes Christmas is on a Saturday this year - we can rest up on Sunday.

Everybody else - enjoy the N/S -

Goodnight
Brown

Nighty Night Brown <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'll check with everyone before I fly out so I'm sure I'll see LINY before I leaave...

Good Night Idiotville!

See you in a few hours! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nighty Night Mr. Mayor... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{{{{{{Idiots/friends}}}}}}

I wanted to give RIF a big send-off, but I'll leave that for the mayor and one of his links!

I "miss" you all! Been lurking only. Spend so much time here that I forgot about the good things I used to do. (Like, cooking for brown and my girls.) Finding I can't even lurk on the other threads...will get into it another time.

like everyone's sentiment--i just want things to be "normal" again--no, wait--i want things to be extraordinary. we're getting there. we are doing real well. i'm just so sorry it took "this" to kcik my [censored] into shape. it's a damn shame, but it happened. and we're making the best of it. i dont think i can stand the pain that i've caused my brown--like, just before, she half-woke up from a nightmare she was having and said to me, "Just tell me you didnt sleep with her. Right? You didn't sleep with her, right?" No, I didn't. but any type of a is bad enough. I mean, it's bad enough i've caused her this much pain in the concious world; now i'm invading her subconscious. oy.

well, i'll check in again--gotta get some sleep--more deposits i's got to be making tommorrow! i've got, well, the rest of my life to keep making these deposits, but i've gone on so long not doing it, i've got to catch up. and, gotta think: brown doesn't have to accpet all of this.

anyway, take it easy everyone! heads up; idiots out!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I must be an idiot..I never noticed Robby's skirt was too tight!<hr /></blockquote>"Is that an armadillo...?!?!"

RIF: have a great, wonderful, blessed time home! you deserve the best, friend!

{{{idiots}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RIF: have a great, wonderful, blessed time home! you deserve the best, friend!
<hr /></blockquote>Hey LINY - All my best to you and Brown... I know you guys are going to make it... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

hi to all the fellow idiots this fine day.

Anyone around yet?

Hey AW! How are you feeling this evening? Any word from Aussie?

hey Rif, aussie's W and bob,

Can you please keep an eye on a few threads for me? I gotta go get some shut eye. It is 1am here.

they are 3 of them:

Fighting4mywife, enid and confused5 (?) not sure about the poster name on the last one, I know it is confused something.

Your help is greatly appreciated. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Mahalo,
L.

Will do Orchid... sleep tight!

Mahalo RIF! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

g'night,
L.

Yep on it, just reading confused now inf act to get a handle on it.

Hey RIF 2 days to go or less now??? WOwo bet you cant wait till you get those arms from all the girls wrapped around your neck, especially your great wife!! Hug them heaps RIF!!

Oh RIF, got time for a very quick question? Now I have been a Mil w for years but never ran into this and I wondered if its something you've run into.
Late today, just after I got home at 6 pm I got a call from the Army family support unit and was asked to attend an urgent meeting tomorrow. IS something going on do you think? I mean its certainly not usual.
I rang the wife of one of Aussies men who said she & others have also ben asked to attend??
Is it weird or some way to tell us something important?? just seems so odd.?????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh RIF, got time for a very quick question? Now I have been a Mil w for years but never ran into this and I wondered if its something you've run into.
Late today, just after I got home at 6 pm I got a call from the Army family support unit and was asked to attend an urgent meeting tomorrow. IS something going on do you think? I mean its certainly not usual.
I rang the wife of one of Aussies men who said she & others have also ben asked to attend??
Is it weird or some way to tell us something important?? just seems so odd.??????
<hr /></blockquote>Hey AW - 2 days and a wake-up!!! Then a couple days on various airplanes and I'll be home!

I really don't have any idea what the special meeting could be... I left active duty in 1997 and have been in the reserves since then. Our reserve unit tries to have a monthly conference call with all the wives, but most of them (mine included) don't usually call in.

I suspect that they have some news about the unit that they want to pass on that they don't feel comfortable with doing over the phone (Operational Security and all that...)

Now, having said that, my first thought is that they're probably going to tell you that they are coming home early, or they are staying longer...

The military likes to keep those things pretty hush-hush so they wouldn't just blab away over the phone... I do hope that it will be to tell you guys that the unit is coming home earlier than expected!

Please let us know what the news it...

Semper Fi,
RIF

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Good Morning Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How much more time RIF?

We've already iced down the beer for ya! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor! Thanks for the brewskies! 2 days and a wake-up and I'll be walking up the back ramp of a C-130... I can't wait!!!

Robby Said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly, you know I meant too loose!! <hr /></blockquote>Too loose, I get that all the time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

RIF, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey Jelly! I don't think I've ever posted to you before... I'm new here... and I'm on the night shift... <hr /></blockquote>No, you haven't, but I have posted to you!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I hope you have a wonderful Christmas at home.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Don't encourage her, I'm about to pass her post count! <hr /></blockquote>Oh, Robby, that is enough to keep me going. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I will have to fight my competitive urge, you Schmuck!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, Brown, I missed you the first time, sorry. ST is great, I will tell him hello, he is quite the fair weather friend isn't he!!! We are doing well, lots of triggers this time of year, but we will be okay. I called it.

Back to my life of luxury and chocolate.

Jelly - missing you all very much - Bing

(Yawn) Morning all.

AW - I wish this stupid war was over.

Hey Jelly-Bing! I must be a total idiot 'cause I sure don't remember your post to me... i'm sorry... I'm sure it was a great post! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Morning Believer - How you doing this morning? Have you got the coffee ready yet?

Brown: Sorry for the drive by posting. We have dial up at home, and they just did away with the free phone answering service (buzme and callwave) recently, so I had to get on, get what I wanted and get off. You know how 16 yo girls need to talk to their boyfriends. Well, we're going through that now. Otherwise, we're doing well.

Starz: So you're a teacher too (on top of Farmer/business woman)? Wow! The party I went to was put on by a consultant that works for me. Kind of a nice reward for the work we give him? Not really, but they really put out a nice spread! Concerts will be done in a week or two and then you can rest or at least focus your energies on something else.

BP: Enjoy your time in Fla. Say hello to Robby for all of us if you swing by his place on the way to South Fla. Also, if you start that driving school my D could possibly use some lessons. She doesn't take well to directions from pop.

JellyBing: How's Realityville? Nice to see you stop by even if it's not as frequent as before. You're still the Queen (and I'll bet ST knows it).

RIF: Everyone reminding you of how much time till you leave, I'm sure it doesn't make it go any faster; but it'll be here and back before you know. So just savor it all and make yourself plenty of memories to tide yourself over until April/May! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Everyone else: {{{{{hugs to all}}}}}

Hey RH - <blockquote>quote:<hr /> You know how 16 yo girls need to talk to their boyfriends. Well, we're going through that now. <hr /></blockquote>I've got a 17 y/o that thinks she's 21... so I know what you mean about the phones!

RH, you are such a sweetheart, a big ole burly sweetie you are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF <blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey Jelly-Bing! I must be a total idiot 'cause I sure don't remember your post to me... i'm sorry... I'm sure it was a great post! <hr /></blockquote>Yup, you are, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> it was deep, moving, and oozed with inteligence, I'm sure no other post will ever come close to that one. In truth that is why I left the boards, it exhausted me.

Robby, Weaver is a Yooper, I wonder if that is her dad/brother, singing that song?

RH, a 16 yo, RIF a 17 yo!!!!!! OMG <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> You guys are OLD!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jelly, watch what you say because I know your real age and might tell Robby. And I've been known to use some nice graphics programs as well. J/K <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I got paint in my hair again....there HAS to be a country song about that ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly Bing !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Are you back or just visiting?

We need, I need your wit. These other idiots are dull compared to you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF,

Working on DJ's for your coming home party...

What do you think ?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What was that RH, email you at your work address, and often?? And write it on all public bathrooms, under- This man knows how to meet emotional needs email him at ______________

Don't challenge me old man!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, no I'm not back, I just fell off the wagon. I'm running and trying to catch it as I type.

At least Liny isn't posting, you don't have him trying to be funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Liny, I love you.

OMG, that link was funny. PBJelly with a baseball bat, WTH??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 OMG, that link was funny. PBJelly with a baseball bat, WTH??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I think that was a banana goof!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF, do you have sound over there?

(on your pc)

Rockin in the free world this morning, Robby??

Yeah!!!! If you could only see me dancing, it would make you smile. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You'll LOVE this !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

That's my aerobic workout for the day. Thanks.

BTW, it was just by chance it was by whitetrash and you said I would enjoy it, right?

[ December 08, 2004, 07:53 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Purely a coincidence! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, did I scare you away? Are you rushing to work to change your address. It was only a threat. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RIF, did you board the plane all ready, where are you??? I post to you, you ignore me, I come on, you leave? Good thing for you, I have lots of self esteem and I don't take it personally. NOT!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

KY U will get mail from Squid later I think. Mebbe today , mebbe not.

she is close tho'

BTW can I mail with a chocolate Xmas pressie request for Squid to have posted to our apartment in fla? we have to work out how I pay you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

That's what I thought Robby. See how much you enjoy antagonizing me, have you brought that up in therapy.

OMG, panic, you are still in therapy, RIGHT????

Yep, but haven't been in 2 weeks cuz of Thanksgiving and vacation (his).

Going again Thursday.

Bob Pure, I made some beautiful and delicious chocolate covered pretzel rods for Thanksgiving. They was yummy.

I will be checking for Squids mail. That is great news. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Happy dance, better pull up Robby's link so I have music to shake my new improved booty to.

Hi Believer, hi all

YEs I want this darn war over, but I wont hold my breath.

Thanks RIF I was sort of thinking the same thing, they are going to be extended or to come home & return for their elections.
I sort of expect the second based on all the news reports about Pres Bush wanting to send more troops and seeking allies to do same.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

But if I get him home for a week or two over Xmas I'll be a lot happier <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

No Jelly, you didn't scare me off. Unfortunately, sometimes I have to work and was on the phone. (Of course one of the calls was changing my email. Oh well....)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BOO!!! Chicken. On the phone, at work?? WTH, is that??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, Robby, race you to post 1671. Go

[ December 08, 2004, 08:20 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Oh, I win!!!

Sorry about your luck. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I did aerobic this morning....

Wanna see ?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Okay, now I win

I aim for quality, not quantity Jelly! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

See !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'm glad you're back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{{{{{{Jelly}}}}}}}}}}

(((((GROAN)))))

Remind me not to imbibe on a weeknight. OY! And not a diet DP in sight. I think I want to crawl under my desk...............

I am such a lightweight now!

Jelly & Robby.. my its hard to keep up with you too youngsters hehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm just sitting here happy as I can be with a nice cup of coffee my ever so bossy daughter made me of DECAF yuck yuck ..tastes like the dregs of a teething husk soaked in hot water... but I have to smile at her so I can sneak a REAL coffee later.

So I have a nice joke for you all....
A frog goes into a bank and approaches the asian teller. He can see from her
nameplate that her name is Patricia Wak.

"Miss Wak, I'd like to get a $30,000 loan to take a holiday."

Patty looks at the frog in disbelief and asks his name. The frog says his name is Kermit Jagger, his dad is Mick Jagger, and that it's okay, he knows the bank manager.

Patty explains that he will need to secure the loan with some collateral.

The frog says, "Sure. I have this," and produces a tiny porcelain elephant, about an inch tall, bright pink and perfectly formed.

Very confused, Patty explains that she'll have to consult with the bank manager and disappears into a back office.

She finds the manager and says, "There's a frog called Kermit Jagger out there who claims to know you and wants to borrow $30,000, and he wants to use this as collateral."

She holds up the tiny pink elephant. "I mean, what in the world is this?"

(you're gonna love this)

(its a real treat)

(a masterpiece)

(wait for it)

The bank manager looks back at her and says...

"It's a knickknack, Patty Wak. Give the frog a loan. His old man's a
Rolling
Stone."

(You're singing it, aren't you Jelly & Robby? Yeah, I know you are........)

Come on now, you grinned, I know you
did!!!

'morning Iville, especially to a soon to go home RIF! Are we annoying yet RIF? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Jelly, I don't think we have met...I'm the new idiot around here.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH, a 16 yo, RIF a 17 yo!!!!!! OMG You guys are OLD!!!!

<hr /></blockquote>You think they are old...my oldest is 21! Ugh. (but I have a 6 year old too)

Jelly, you being here makes Robby hysterical! I haven't laughed this much in a long time, my family wonders what is wrong with me sitting at the 'puter laughing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

AW, loved the joke. Hope the meeting is good news not bad. Let us know.

Have a good morning all.

Oh Yeah, no arguments from me, that was quality stuff. Real quality stuff. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

AW, NOOOOOOOOOOOOO, you broke a rule. No edits, and no FROG talk. It really gets Robby going. Funny though.

I forgot I was going to lecture you on your caffine. DONT DO IT!!!!

It's like saying a little bit of cocaine won't hurt the baby. Well, maybe not exactly the same, but you couldn't have put anything toxic in my body while I was PG. I was a freak!!!!

Only the best for my babies, and only one of them turned out to be a window licker. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, I'M NOT BACK, just had some time to kill this morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi NG. You have mail

[ December 08, 2004, 08:43 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Jelly you're back, admit it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You are an Idiot !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly, you being here makes Robby hysterical! <hr /></blockquote>Somebody has to, he can't do it by himself. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Faithful, always a pleasure to meet another self proclaimed Idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby, AM NOT!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />AW, NOOOOOOOOOOOOO, you broke a rule. No edits.

[ December 08, 2004, 08:43 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]<hr /></blockquote>Sheesh!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Gotta run...

Ok, one more !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
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AW, NOOOOOOOOOOOOO, you broke a rule. No edits.

[ December 08, 2004, 08:43 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]
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Sheesh!!!
<hr /></blockquote>How dare you call me a hypocrite!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly..BUSTED by Roby ..LMAO lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hey JElly not even a little cup?? thats not fair, its Xmas, lots of wine, coffee, chocolates and yummies and I can't have them!!
HE gets to strut around, and HE WILL once he gets used to the idea - (well I hope he gets used to it), drink and boast and I get to be Skipper !!

Something all very unfair about this!!

I have to run as well. Have a great one everybody.

Robby, always a pleasure. {{{ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> }}}

Ok, one more !!

Is there an echo in here?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Robby, the real reason Jelly wasn't here is that she was having surgery.

she said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Happy dance, better pull up Robby's link so I have music to shake my new improved booty to. <hr /></blockquote>How could it be improved? Only one way...surgery. Maybe it was implant?

J/K

(if I could put this in small type, I would, but maybe I shouldn't kid with Jelly, she's ____)

One more,

AW, no not even ONE!!!!!!!

Unfair - you are nurturing a growing child, nothing unfair about that to me.

Loved being PG, loved my belly, gained over 52 pounds with both boys, loved every pound, had great knockers too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Being pg is such a blessing, I'm so envious of you, you make my ovaries hurt. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Or maybe that is a dang cramp from my period!! For sure not PG here, bleeding like a stuck hog!
(gotta love me)

RH-

I know her real age...

Isn't surgery risky when you get that old?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

or two

Well when put it that way there is only one response

hehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehhehehehehhehehe
HHAHAHHAHHAHHAHAHHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA

oh oh that hurts LMAO lol lol lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

yes, and it takes longer to recover <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Only one way...surgery. Maybe it was implant?
<hr /></blockquote>RH, if I get an implant it will come in a set. My new improved bottom comes from me bulking up for the winter.

You guys suck, stop luring me, I ain't no carp!!!
(that's C-A-R-P, as in fish, settle down Justiss) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
AND I'M 29!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! still

[ December 08, 2004, 11:01 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

See y'all soon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 RIF, did you board the plane all ready, where are you??? I post to you, you ignore me, I come on, you leave? Good thing for you, I have lots of self esteem and I don't take it personally. NOT!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey Jelly-Bing! I go off to eat and you guys fill up two whole pages!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I wasn't ignoring you.. not at all!!! ...Being pg is such a blessing, I'm so envious of you, you make my ovaries hurt. Or maybe that is a dang cramp from my period!! For sure not PG here, bleeding like a stuck hog!
(gotta love me)... WAAAAYYYY TOOOOO MUUUUUCCCCHHH IIINNNFFFOOORRRRMMMMAAATTTIIIOOOONNN <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor - I got the shaking screen... but didn't hear any sound... they've got some pretty good filters and firewalls on our net here so that might have been part of the problem... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey AW - Loved the Frog joke!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 08, 2004, 09:35 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

My spies just sent me video of Jelly doing aerobics after her implant surgery...

Wanna see? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ok, ok, I'll stop "luring" (Geez, I've never been accused of that before.)

AW: Loved the frog joke. I was expecting a different punch line, so it was funny.

Hi FF!

RH said,

<blockquote>quote:<hr />How could it be improved? Isn't she perfect <hr /></blockquote>Robby said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I know her real age... and you would never guess it from her great looks. <hr /></blockquote>Thanks guys, you are the best, with a little help.

RIF, just messing with you. Have a safe trip home, and enjoy every minute. You have a very Merry Christmas. I will be thinking of you and your wonderful reunion. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jingle bells, Jingle bells, jingle all the way.......

Jelly you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm really 47 and I started late in life when I had my kids. Don't tell ST. I like him to think I'm 29, but I tell him I feel 27. <hr /></blockquote>Where did I ever see this? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Answer: No where, I made it up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

man we were really going for awhile there this morning and now i went and killed the thread again.

47??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I will never be 47.

but I tell him I feel 27. And some parts feel 18. VaROOOOOOOOOOMM!!!

are you mad at me? flutter, flutter <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

edited because I can, and I am an Idiot and can not spell.

[ December 08, 2004, 10:56 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
edited because I can, and I am an Idiot and can not spell. <hr /></blockquote>That's kinda the point of the no edit rule...

To showcase our idiocy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Nobody wants to see Jelly post surgery?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> That's kinda the point of the no edit rule...

To showcase our idiocy!
<hr /></blockquote>The contents of my post are enough to prove I'm an Idiot, my poor grammar, and misspelling, just makes me look stupid. (as you love to point out)

And, NO, we don't want to see the footage.

I'm not back either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What's for lunch?

ok Robby, I will bite. Sure, let's see Jelly post surgery. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (can these faces be more wicked??)

No Faithful, don't encourage this, this, this Idiot!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 08, 2004, 12:03 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

And I'm glad you're back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ROBBY 13!!!!!!!!!!!
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You SOOOOOOOOOO can't post that!!! We were doing so good too.

That so could be me. She even appears to be wearing something Indianish, not that I ever have, butt....... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Now edit that!!!!!!!! It is still playing, I have to close it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I'm not back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You're back and I'm doing my Happy Dance !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

That's not you. I've seen your picture, your much older than that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NOT as old as some! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hello,

so i don't post in idiotville all that often, i do read it occasionally. it is really hard to keep up!! i don't know how you do it.

i was reading today cuz i was feeling exceptionally needy for some light-hearted company. and so i start by reading the last page, it is hard to tell exactly what is going on except that robby is giving jelly a hard time (jelly, i thought i saw you were leaving, i'm glad to see you have not!!). and then i go ahead and click on robby's happy dance. and guess what happens???

i get a company security page informing me i am not allowed to go to that web page...

Category: The Websense category "Tasteless" is filtered.

thanks robby!!!!! now the company "big brother" will be showing up at my office to escort me out!

ok, that won't really happen but it was a scary looking page, with a big stop sign and a even bigger SECURITY VIOLATION heading.

Hey FL!

Nice to see ya!!

We've had some good laughs since Jelly's been back. She is back. Don't let her tell you otherwise! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry about the big brother link... Very unlike me to put up anything that would be considered "tasteless!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How have you been?

i've been pretty good, but feeling down today, did not even go to my spin class. i almost skipped body sculpt class yesterday but i did end up going. i didn't get down to spin though today, i told myself i would jog tonight instead.

i am trying to figure out why i am feeling more blue today. work is very stressful, i got a very poor rating this year, i was told last thurs. i know my work has not been outstanding but it certainly was not unexceptable. oddly enough i still got a pretty good bonus, not great but pretty good. the company is finally doing a bit better so bonuses were very good this year. if not for my bad rating i would of gotten an unbelievable bonus. i'm not bummed too much about the money but i am bummed about the rating. too long of a story to go into but i had already moved on to a different project (about 2 months ago) because i knew my ideas were not being valued. the rating came from my old dept. my new boss thinks i'm great already, so i know i should just look to the future, not worry about the past. unfortunately it is hard to like my job theses days. i have been trying really hard to like it and appreciate what it has allowed me to provide for my family. getting the bad rating has impacted me.

and now that i have rambled about that, i can get to the real thing that is bugging me.

some days the realization of how badly i have messed up my life, my H's life and our marriage and how it has impacted our kids, just really weighs heavy on my shoulders.

am i allowed to depress people in idiotville???

Robby, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Very unlike me to put up anything that would be considered "tasteless!" <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO, Irony always cracks me up. That has got to be the funniest thing you have ever said on her. LOL, crack me up!! BAAAA HAAAA!

FL, thank goodness you didn't pull up the other one I had him delete. You would have for sure been escorted out of your building.

BTW, I'm not back, just visiting for the day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> FL, thank goodness you didn't pull up the other one I had him delete. You would have for sure been escorted out of your building.
<hr /></blockquote>lol. that bad, huh?? i'm shocked!! ok, not really.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> am trying to figure out why i am feeling more blue today. <hr /></blockquote>OMG, It's so clear to me!! You must stop exercising at once. It is really bringing you down. I'm very happy, all I do is eat chocolate all day. Try that, and you get back to me in a couple of days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FL, let it go. Yeah, you messed up, but you are done messing up, correct? So move on, it is behind you, a part of your past, your history. Find your new self, and live a better life. Let that part of you go, and learn from it. If I can do this, so can you.

There are many people out there that would love for us to feel down for the rest of our lives because of our sins, but not the ones who truly love us. Embrace the forgiveness, it is a beautiful thing.

Jelly

FL -

If you are going to hang around here, you gotta get a job! No slackers, except on the night shift.

I should caution you, don't open the Mayor's stuff, he gets pretty crazy.

Thank goodness you changed bosses - the old one sounds like a real jerk.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> There are many people out there that would love for us to feel down for the rest of our lives because of our sins, but not the ones who truly love us. Embrace the forgiveness, it is a beautiful thing.

<hr /></blockquote>You could have been talking to me when you said that! Feeling down myself today, that is why I visit here so much lately. Robby, even if they're tastless, I love your wit. I needed to laugh so badly lately. Thanks, Jelly for bringing out the worst in Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am still having days where I feel yucky and dirty for things that I have done. It helps to escape to this place with all the other idiots.

uh jelly, i'm trying to LOSE weight here!!!!!

and talking about chocolate in front of me right now is a big NO NO!!! i love chocolate, chocolate is how i make love to myself!!! lol

God's forgiveness.... i do believe God has forgiven me and i gratefully and humbly accept His forgivness. self-forgiveness... for the most part i have forgiven myself, but that does not take away the remorse that sometimes is stronger than others. H's forgiveness... has not officially occured yet. He is willing to see if forgiveness and a future is possible, and for that i am grateful. He is loving but he is still VERY hurt.

well, i've always wanted to be a HS math teacher. but i don't think anyone in idiotville really needs or wants a HS math teacher. of course not actually having a class would make being the Idiotville HS math teacher even better.

Can I be Idiotville's HS math teacher?

cool, can you re-teach me algebra sinc I am planning on going back to college? Or can I just qualify by saying that FL taught me??

FF, sorry you are feeling blue today too.

if you are going to Idiotville's college, i'm sure just mentioning my name will be enough...

otherwise, i think you are out of luck!!!

i am glad i changed bosses too. the old one was partly a jerk but partly stuck working on a project that has no business being done. she knows that, i know that, most of the old group knows that but upper management refuses to see it. that is why i jumped on an opportunity to move when it was presented to me. i will be much better off in this new organization.

where did robby go?

Just caught up and now I've gotta run.

I'll be back later.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> WELCOME BACK QUEEN JELLY BING!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FL - I told this to someone who I love dearly...do not let your past dictate your future.

As for the "some people" who would like you to suffer forever....that's all they are, some people.

You are a good person. I mean it.

Love,
Kimmy

PS - I'm giggling. I think I made Jelly miss us by calling her last night.

You too, FF. Read my above post. It applies to you, too.

Kimmy you are exactly right, I was all ready missing you guys, but the call for sure did it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Thanks, Jelly for bringing out the worst in Robby <hr /></blockquote>If I had a dime for every time I heard that.....

I'm really good at math, I can spell anything. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Faithful, and FL. I have come so far with the guilt, remorse, forgiveness. I'm feeling really good. I do still carry bad feelings inside, can't even really give them a name, but for the most part I feel good. I know it will come for you.

Guess what I'm holding, a 4 week old baby girl. She is beautiful, I swear she looks just like me. Except she is blonde, and has blue eyes, and she is very pale, she has no teeth, but other than that, just like me.

No Robby, I didn't steal her, and I'm not back.

The baby's typing for you, right?

Kimmy, thanks. i am not letting my past dictate my future. i do believe i am a good person too. thank you very much for your vote of confidence, it really is appreciated and helps. feeling like i am a good person is not something i have felt for the majority of my life. for the majority of my life i felt i was somehow inherently bad. i now understand where that thought came from, it stems from what happened between my brother and i. and once i understood where it came from i was able to see the falseness of that thought. so now that thought really is totally gone, which for me is a miracle. being able to release that thought, that lie about myself which has impacted me so dramatically is huge and life altering.

however, i still have to own up to all i have choosen to do in my life, regardless. it is good to understand and be able to release the lie i have had about myself. that has allowed me to stop the destructive behaviour as well as own up to my mistakes and make ammends. and i am doing that, and i do feel good about that.

but somedays, the remorse still gets to me.

i know in time i will feel that way less often (like jelly), i'm just not there yet.

the trick is to find a healthy way to counteract how i am feeling today. skipping exercising and lunch is not a good choice. i just could not get myself to do either today (well i did have some breakfast, but it was small and nothing other than a diet coke since then).

so here is my plan...
1) go jogging after dinner
2) give my husband a back rub followed by SF in what ever form he wants, even it is strictly one-sided i know that i will benefit emotionally. and that is what i need right now anyway.

jelly, i LOVE babies!!! enjoy and give her a kiss on the head for me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

oooh, 4 week old baby? I LOVE babies!! Give her a peck for me.

Thank you Kimmy and Jelly. I really needed the encouragement today.

Hey idiots, did you see this thread on the R board? OT humor thread

AW - Did you go to the meeting and find out what was up?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 No slackers, except on the night shift. <hr /></blockquote>Good morning I-Ville! (and you to Believer) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

*slacker RIF yawns as he reports if for nightshift duty*

Oh, not you RIF - I know you are a very, very busy engineer. By the way, what does an engineer do at night?

hi rif and believer,

boy did i mess up, so much for my above plan <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

when i called, H sounded bad, i think i just figured out why.

i have a computer here at the house, that i use from home to log into work, and once logged into work's network, i can go to internet. only i use this computer, only i know how to log on to my company's network.

this morning my H asked if i could show him how to log on, he wanted to see something on the internet and his computer was acting up. i said sure and talked him thru logging on. he then used internet explorer to get to his web page.

when i just brought up IE, i noticed that the favorites button had been clicked on because there was a side window with all my favorites. i don't really use favorites all that much so i don't have many. i really only ever use the marriage builders one. however i noticed the last one was "yp" and when i put my mouse over it i discovered it was an old bookmark of a yahoo photo page of the OM.

i have to guess, H saw it. he is not home now, he had a late assignment. when we talked on the phone late in the afternoon, when i had asked him if he was ok cuz he sounded bad he said he was having a hard afternoon, then he asked if i could stay home in the morning, after the kids were at school, so we can talk.

now i know why <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> By the way, what does an engineer do at night? <hr /></blockquote>You know how the road crews seem to always start working around the early morning rush hour or the evening rush our???

Well we engineers stay up really late at night planning out how we can disupt the most traffic in the shortes amount of time...

This works great in large cities... but not so well in small towns... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

did you see my post?

Yes my dear. Delete that picture. Ask your husband to post here. We can help him.

I-ville - Where's our exorcist? We need to get rid of FL's guilt, so that she can take care of her husband and be his helpmate.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> i have to guess, H saw it. he is not home now, he had a late assignment. when we talked on the phone late in the afternoon, when i had asked him if he was ok cuz he sounded bad he said he was having a hard afternoon, then he asked if i could stay home in the morning, after the kids were at school, so we can talk. <hr /></blockquote>FL T2M - OK, calm down... this is a great opportunity for you to SHOW your H that you are changing and working on the M with him.... You must be totally open and honest with him and resist the urge to be defensive...

You can do this... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

first, i have NO desire to be defensive, i just feel sad to think of how he must of felt when he saw it. the question is, do i tell him i know what happened? do i wait until the morning after the kids go to school and let him bring it up?

i do know one thing for sure i am NOT going to let my needs over shadow his!! before i discovered he was in a bad mood, i told him i had been in a slightly bad mood, he asked why, i said somedays it is harder to deal with knowledge of all the damage i have caused. i told him i knew i was doing the right things now and that i was trying to make ammends, but sometimes it is just hard. i then told him my plan of enticing him to go to bed with me so i could give him a back rub and whatever else he may want. it was his reaction to that which clued me into the fact that he was not happy. this all occured on the phone, shortly after i posted my plan here.

i must say, i was so proud of myself for feeling needy and realizing the best thing to do was to give (as opposed to getting a candy bar, no help from jelly there!!!). now i realize i cannot give in the way i was hoping too but i know i can still give by listening to him and understanding his pain.

i can't say i'm in any kind of panic mode, i'm just slightly pissed at myself and sad about his hurt.

and yes, i have deleted the bookmark to the OM's photo page <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> i just wish i would of realized it was there before and deleted it a long time ago

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> first, i have NO desire to be defensive, i just feel sad to think of how he must of felt when he saw it. the question is, do i tell him i know what happened? do i wait until the morning after the kids go to school and let him bring it up? <hr /></blockquote>So tell him that you feel very sad that your actions hurt him, and that you are very sorry... again, this will SHOW him that you are working on regaining his trust...

What's done is done... but you can still control what your actions are for today... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF - Are you still here?

yes i know, i can still control my actions for today, and i will tell him i am sorry and sad that he is hurting, and i will listen to him, to whatever he needs to say. and i will still give him a backrub if he wants one.

i'm thinking i need to lighten up here in idiotville if i don't want to be permanately kicked out, huh??

p.s. believer, H does not want to post here although he is ok with me posting here.

No sweetie - you can never be kicked out of Idiotville, we love you too much.

Hey I'm still here...

RIF -

I know that we are not supposed to bring up unpleasant subjects here. But this has been bothering me all day long.

In the news today, I read about a captain that was pursuing a Iraqi driver of some terrorist or something. The Americans shot at the car, and when stopped, the medic pulled the driver out. The driver's skull had been shattered, but he was still alive.

The captain (he said he was doing the humanitarian thing) shot him in the base of the skull to put him out of his misery.

Now this captain is being court martialed.

I work at a military installation and have read the Geneva Conventions. But I can really identify with this captain. I am having a hard time thinking he did the wrong thing.

FL, I am so sorry that you and your H are having a bad time. Being there to listen and to continue showing him through your actions is all you can do. I will pray for you this evening.

Evening/morning RIF. Just about time for you eh? All packed yet? Seriously, my sincerest wishes for peace, love and joy through your leave and Christmas. May we all have peace in the coming year. ((((RIF))) Enjoy your family, you certainly have earned it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Believer - It's really hard for me to say what was right what was wrong... as I wasn't there... I do know that all of our training teaches us that once an enemy combatant is down and becomes a POW, that his status changes and we must do everything that we can to protect them...

I guess that if I were in a situation like that, I'd probably just leave the guy there to die and contiue with my mission... Hard call... and I'm sure that there will be many Monday morning quarterbacks on this one...

Hey FF - I'm still packing... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I'm ready for a break... thanks for the good wishes...

RIF - Thanks for the reply. This has been haunting me all day. I feel bad about the horrible choices that our troops have to make.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Kimmy you are exactly right, I was all ready missing you guys, but the call for sure did it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>already?

** ppsst **

It's ONE word! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF, I feel terrible about the ethical problems our soldiers face.

But the Iraq war (which I distinguish completely from the effort in Afghanistan) is the first conflict in my lifetime involving Americans where frequent and serious human rights questions have arisen. Course, it's also the largest conflict in my lifetime (I was just a baby during the last days of the Vietnam War).

I'm very unhappy that when problems relating to human rights arise, the full burden of responsibility is placed on the shoulders of our enlisted men and women.

No civilians seem to be held accountable these days.

GC

Good morning I-Ville!!! How's everyone doing this morning??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

1 more day and I'm outta here!!!!

Busy but cool RIF!

Unloaded a lot of baggage this week and looking forward to a happy Christmas !!

I can;t say how happy I am you are going home 2morrow ! I hope we don;t hear from you for 15 days my friend !!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jelly: No, I'm not mad at you. In fact, I think I enjoyed picking on you too much. It seems you and my W are on the same cycle (and no not motor). And I seem to get in trouble more at that time than any other. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Oh well.

FL: Welcome to I-ville! and since Robby hasn't officially accepted you at your job, then let me welcome you as the new Math Teacher for I-ville. And about bringing us down? Don't worry about it, that's what we're here for, to prop each other up and support each other AND to have some light hearted fun to take the edge off all the A cr*p. (spelled that way for Justuss). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RIF: Have a safe trip home and check in AFTER you get back, you don't need to post to us how great your R&R is (unless you want to). And thanks again dude.

Believer: I can sympathize with your thoughts on how some of our soldiers have to deal with field activities. It's a SHAME that there is so much Monday morning quarterbacking here in the old USofA. Having a farm, you sometimes have to do things like that (kill an animal when you don't want to). People at work get grossed out by that and give me grief (I usually don't talk about it anymore), but I know what you mean. And I'm sure it wasn't easy for that soldier to do what he did, he probably thought if it was me, what would I want the other guy to do. Life can be cruel at times.

Morning Hugs to Idiotville residents and guests!

{{{{{I-ville residents/guests}}}}}

RH

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF,

Just a friendly reminder: Your R&R entitles you to a break from the army, not Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jelly !!!

Okay, Robby, that is for sure the funniest thing ever. I'm almost crying, lmTao!!!!!!!!!

I think you and RH are very cute how you are talking to me, like I'm here, but I'm not!!!!

I'm not back!!!!!!!!!! Have a great day everybody.

Love you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, even if you spell it that way, it isn't acceptable, Pat said that. True story.

I'm not back, just changed my sig, wanted to see it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

thanks RH, although i have too much work to do these days to even think about trying to really keep up with you all!!!

RIF, i too am thrilled to hear you are leaving for home tommorow for 15 wonderul days. don't listen to Robby, spend every sec with that family of yours not this silly place!!!

thanks for the prop up yesterday. H not only found the link to the photo page, he saw emails in my sent box that i didn't even realize was there. he had trouble being able to read them and wanted me to show him how last night. i watched as he read whatever he wanted to then deleted my entire sent box. we didn't talk much afterwards. so i'm afraid i'm not quite out of the "needing to be propped up" category yet <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

i'm staying home from work today. my son's holiday concert (5th grader) is at 10am. might go in to the office after that, not sure.

you all have a great day.

Jelly, I know you're not here. And I know that you believe that. But what is it we tell BS about WS? Watch their actions. And well, even if you're not here we know you read and even if you don't read? Well, we know Kimmy will tell you and well, Robby and I are irresistible. So.....

Hey, tell ST we miss him and that he should stop by from time to time and visit us.

We wish you nothing but the best.

[ December 09, 2004, 07:12 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
 don't listen to Robby<hr /></blockquote>Sedition on your 2nd day? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

My, my FL. Quite brave of you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I'm not back, just changed my sig, wanted to see it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Why would you need a sig line if you're not back? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Bob - Nothing like a good dump to clear your mind, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> (ooops, did I just say that!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Morning RH - Actually since today (Thursday) is about over, I'm saying that I've got one more day here (Friday) and I fly out Saturday... these time zone differences kill me.... I'm such an idiot!

Morning Mr. Mayor - I think my wonderful W and kids will probably keep me away from the computer while I'm home.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'll check back in around the first of the new year!

Morning Jelly-Bling-Bling! How are you this morning?

Morning FL - Glad you made it through yesterday... it's not easy, but you can do it!!!

Well, I'm going to go eat and will check back later on....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Robby and I are irristable when we're covered in chocolate <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jelly, I think Robby caught you.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Why would you need a sig line if you're not back? <hr /></blockquote>Much like you caught him with the small skirt?

If you have to tell yourself that you're not here, it's ok. You can still be a resident here even if you're not a resident here. (If you get my drift.)

Now, where's that Kimmy? She must still be in bed. Hey RIF, can you give us a round of reveille?

I need a sig for my past posts, from when I was here, not because I am here. I'm not deleting everything just because I'm no longer here. But I will if you guys push me!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby and I are irresistible. <hr /></blockquote>Yeah you are, kind of like sand to a fish, a nail in the eye, poisin ivy, menstrual cramps, or chocolate to Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm not back, and I don't read, and I'm not reading. Really, I'm not back.

Good bye, Jelly not back Bing

You are SOOOO back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Am not!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Time to vote, oops, no actually, I'm heading out the door for an interview.

KY are you back enough to offer suggestions as to what interesting, fun, tasty and maybe SEXY chococlate-based christmas gift you could make for my Squid to have posted to our Apartment in the keys for Christmas ?

Hum ? Hum Hum ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RIF <blockquote>quote:<hr />1 more day and I'm outta here!!!! <hr /></blockquote>And we don't want to hear from you until your leave is up! That is an order. (good soldiers take orders right?LOL)Seriously, have a wonderful,wonderful time with your family. I'm sure your W will keep you away from the computer. KWIM <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

FL, So sorry for what happened. The way I see it though you are proving through your actions to your H that you can be trusted. Otherwise you would have jumped in there after he saw stuff and starting deleting. I know this is hard on both of you and it will likely set him back a bit, but in the long run I believe you two will make it. I will keep praying for you and your H.

Robby-LMAO

Welcome back Jelly! Hope to get to know you better now.

Morning I'ville. Hope everyone is well.

AW, how did the meeting go??? Are you ok?

Well, since you're back I should probably post an update. W & I took S to the mall to see Santa last night. No details necessary but we did have a good time and you know what?

I love her. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I can't get away from it, even when/if I kinda/sorta try. I love her.

Well, I'm back! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can't get away from it, even when/if I kinda/sorta try. I love her.

You know what Robby ? For the LONGEST time thats all I had left in my heart that wasn't poison.

It may just be enough friend....it may just..

Which mall ? We need a good mall santa to take our klids to next week ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

THE mall, Bob, THE mall.

May be a bit out of your way though...

THE mall

Hey RIF, I just read the posts you wrote to dkelly. Awesome, I hope those two listen to you.

'morning Bob. When do you leave for Florida?

Robby, praying things turn around for you and your M.

Made these funny sugar cookies with my DD and H last night. The dough is premade and colored. It looks like playdough and you mold it into shapes. We had fun making them, made some funny faces and used some cookies cutters. But the funniest part....they TASTED like playdough when they were done! Yuck! Oh well, it was fun.

Oooh it hate it when I get kicked out during a post. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Evening or morning to every idiot out there!!

Well I have some GREAT mews and some BAD news.

Great news is Aussie & his team are being relieved and withdrawn from Iraq - woo hoo ,yes yes yes - until â€™future requirementsâ€™ which I suspect will be their elections. I asked but just got a cold stare. Yeah, Iâ€™m pushy ok!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

So when is the next question. Well 48 hours to a week is the closest time they will give us, basically weâ€™ll get a call to go pick them up from the barracks without much warning, well I can live with that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BUT, always there seems a but with the Armyâ€¦.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

BAD NEWS
Ok they told us our H had â€˜encountered a number of direct interactions with individuals of and within the affected populationâ€™.. Iâ€™m not kidding they actually said this, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
well a bloke from the Commonwealth Gov said it, we just looked at each other thinking â€™WTH' ??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />
One of the Army guys near us whispered it was political speak meaning they fought the enemy in hand to hand fighting with civilians amongst them & probably women & children. My God that must have been just so horrible..

So we are feeling a bit stunned and apprehensive and we were told that we had to naturally expect some mild to severe emotional turmoil with our H when they began to interact with a normal lifestyle.
We had an hours lecture on behavioural issues and introduced to 3 doctors from the mental health unit and given 24 hr contact numbers.

Hes coming home, hes safe and thatâ€™s the important thing, Iâ€™ll work through the rest as or if it happens.

So Iâ€™m doing the â€˜happy, happy, happy dance and I'll havea double non caffeine latte skinny please <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I cant wait to tell him about the baby just cant wait!!!

Bob, I posted to you yesterday. I made some beautiful chocolate covered pretzel rods for Thanksgiving. They are delicious and gorgeous.

Robby, I know you love her, now shower her with it!!!!

I make my ST dress up in our Santa suit every year. It is so out of his comfort zone. The kids love it though. It is really funny.

Okay, Bob I came back for minute.

AW,

What a mixed blessing. So glad Aussie is safe and coming home. I will be saying prayers for him until I hear you have him safely in your arms. (you to RIF, you have prayers of safe travel coming your way). I am sorry that they had to deal with such ugliness. I cannot imagine what these soldiers go through. We get only little bits of information and then it is through the eyes of the media. I cannot imagine being in their shoes. Thanks for update, I have been worried.

Hey AW - That's GREAT GREAT GREAT news!!!!

Hooohaa!!! You be sure and tell Aussie that I said Hi...

((((YAWN))))

I'm here, RH, I'm up...didn't want to get up, but I'm up, showered, depilorated (or whatever), blow dried and makeup on. It's gonna be near 80, and since the boss is away, I'm in my West Coast Chopper baby doll t and capris. Christmas? Are we sure it's Christmas? I mean, I signed the permission slip this morning so my d, Rebekah could sing carols for the shrivels and blue hairs...but it is too warm for Christmas. I've my tree up and stockings hung...but it's more beach weather than Christmas weather. Maybe we'll go make a sandman (instead of snowman) this weekend...hehe.

BTW: I mean it. Squeeze had nothing on me when they wrote, I'll never go drinking again. It kicked my bootay all the way till last night. So no more drinking for me - I'm too much a lightweight now. (((but it was fun, tho)))

- Kimmy, who is HAPPY to see JellyBing.

AW - Much love to Aussie. For his homecoming dinner, may I suggest baby carrots, baby peas, baby corn, and cornish game hens?

(((hehe)))

Morning Kimmy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Did you see the good news about Aussie?????

thanks FF, RIF & kimmy

I was starting to worry as well and I will until I have in in my arms. But I feel so happy

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> AW - Much love to Aussie. For his homecoming dinner, may I suggest baby carrots, baby peas, baby corn, and cornish game hens? <hr /></blockquote>snigger snigger maybe I wont say anything & see if he catches on.....lol hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy dance for Aussie !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin RIF. How are you doing? Getting that jittery, excited I'm-going-home-I-can't-wait feeling yet?

Mornin'. Wow, the military guys are trippin' home. Excellent. Thanks fellas.

Know what's fun? Reading AW's posts in an Aussie accent. Of course, it totally works! I tried reading one of DD's that way and the voice in my head just seemed like a crazy person's.

GC

Hey Kimmy - I'm almost completely packed... and I've had that jittery, excited I'm-going-home-I-can't-wait feeling for a couple of weeks now...

I don't know if I'm more excited about going home myself, or the fact that Aussie is safe and heading home as well.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Semper Fi...

AW, that is great news that he is coming home. I hope he can work through the trama. That is very sad to hear. I can't even imagine what he went through, or what you go through waiting and not knowing. That is so far from my lifestyle, but my heart really goes out to you and your family.

{kimmy} hug for you, you know the kind that Jen mentioned. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

GC, Hello, no, I'm not back. I ventured out of I-ville, to read some of your thread. (my only venture out, BTW) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> It sounds like you are really having a hard time. So sorry to hear that. Make yourself proud with your actions even when faced with your stbxw idiotic behaivor. {{{{GC}}}}

Take care Idiotville. I'm really out of here.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:


Take care Idiotville. I'm really out of here.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Sure, sure...

We've heard THAT before! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yada yada yada...

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Glad you're back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm not back. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

That is wonderful news AW. He is coming home safe.

Where I volunteer with the casualties, there was one young man who constantly walked the halls. He went up and down, back and forth, until he needed more morphine. He had been injured by a grenade and shot in both legs.

I kept telling him to rest and watch some TV, but he continued to walk. Over the days his story came out. He and two others were entering homes that had been "cleared". These are regular family homes. The first 2 Marines went in and there was a mother and 2 children there. Suddenly a man popped out behind them with a rifle and grenade.

The first 2 Marines were killed. I didn't ask what happened to the family.

This is the first war where there has been so much close contact. It even surpasses Vietnam. Where there is contact like this, there is a high incidence of PTSD. That is normal - even hardened soldiers are affected by these horrible situations.

When Aussie comes home, don't expect life to go on as usual. Realize that he has been in an awful place, and there will be a "culture shock". Let him do his own thing, and unwind. My prayers are with you and Aussie.

GC - You have to read mine with a slight southern drawl, silly. I say slight because I tend to pick up other's intonations and inflections when I speak. Also, my dad is from Milwaukee...that's why I say "pop" instead of "coke". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

((GC)) Sugarbooger, you are a good man. I'm sorry for your pain.

You're back! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Okay, Idiots, one, two, three:

When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again,
Hurrah! Hurrah!
We'll give him a hearty welcome then
Hurrah! Hurrah!
The men will cheer and the boys will shout
The ladies they will all turn out
And we'll all feel gay,
When Johnny comes marching home.
2. The old church bell will peal with joy
Hurrah! Hurrah!
To welcome home our darling boy
Hurrah! Hurrah!
The village lads and lassies say
With roses they will strew the way,
And we'll all feel gay
When Johnny comes marching home.

3. Get ready for the Jubilee,
Hurrah! Hurrah!
We'll give the hero three times three,
Hurrah! Hurrah!
The laurel wreath is ready now
To place upon his loyal brow
And we'll all feel gay
When Johnny comes marching home.

(((((((((((((((((RIF&AUSSIE))))))))))))))))))))))

Sing baby, Sing !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Aw, that was nice. You all can stop singing now. Back to Idiotville.

IDIOTVILLE - STOP SINGING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

oh my that song was fun but I then um, well, ,, I feel asleep again!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

It wasn't the singing you know honest, I just closed my eyes for a moment & it was , well later already. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So I am feeling so good I'm gonna be a bit cheeky .....

We all know those cute little computer symbols called, "emoticons," where:

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> means a smile and

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> is a frown. Sometimes these are represented by

:-) and

:-( respectively

Well, how about some, "assicons"? Here goes:

(_!_) a regular [censored]
(__!__) a fat [censored]

(!) a tight [censored]

(_*_) a sore [censored]

{_!_} a swishy [censored]

(_o_) an [censored] that's been around

(_x_) kiss my [censored]

(_X_) leave my [censored] alone

(_zzz_) a tired [censored]

(_E=mc2_) a smart [censored]

(_$_) Money coming out of his [censored]

(_?_) Dumb [censored]

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o o o
o o o
o o o
o \o/ o
o --O-- o
o. /o\ o
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oo o oo
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'ooo. oo o oo
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You have just been e-mooned!
Happy e-mooning!!!
hehehehehehehehe

[ December 09, 2004, 11:31 AM: Message edited by: aussieswife ]

AW - That is GREAT!!!! We can slip right under the mods' radar.

Unfortunately the rest of the Idiots are still singing. Yikes - I'll never ask them to sing here again. They just get too carried away.

Darn, I love to sing...nobody around me loves it though!

Don't worry FF. As long as it makes you happy, do it. Singing is like most other art forms - the more you do it the better you get.

For AW and everyone else in I'ville. click here

FL, this is for you....

No apologies
For who I'm meant to be
The only thing that matters is
I am free
When I am overwhelmed
Holding pieces of my heart
When I feel my world
Start to fall apart

To the cross I run
Holding high my chains undone
Now I am finally free
Free to be what I've become
Undone

Even in defeat
The face of tragedy
Still you'd have to say that
I found victory
In brokenness comes beauty
Divine fragility
Reminding me of nail scarred hands
Reaching out for me

To the cross I run
Holding high my chains undone
Now I am finally free
Free to be what I've become

To the cross I run
Holding high my chains undone
Now I am finally free
Free to be what I've become
Undone

Hallelujah I'm undone!

To the cross I run
Holding high my chains undone
Now I am finally free
Free to be what I've become

To the cross I run
Holding high my chains undone
Now I am finally free
Free to be what I've become
Undone

To the cross I run
To be what I've become
And I'm undone

Undone by Mercy Me

Thanks FF

hope is what I rely on a lot these days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

see this is what i mean, how can anyone possibly really keep up with this thread!!! i am finally in the office and had to read 5 pages worth. i foget what i read now!! except i do recall aussie is coming home, that is great news and RIF is all ready to come home, that is great news and Robby and his wife took son to santa and that is great news too!

i guess i am perking up too. I don't want to make it hard on my H to say what he needs to say, look at what he needs to look at or feel what he needs to feel, but it is IMPOSSIBLE for me to not feel bad when it happens.

he told me before i left that he is feeling better, he wishes that i had deleted the stuff before, i told him again, i didn't think about it, at work this stuff just happens automatically, it's not like i set it up and i just don't think about it. he said it was good to see that everything he saw completely syncs up with what i have told him, so that is a blessing. i again reminded him about how i did throw away all the CDs the OM had burned for me as well as the 2 dave matthews band t-shirts he gave me. i don't want to hold on to anything, reading some of that old stuff just turned my stomach.

so it was not fun, but i believe i can look at it now and say, it was OK. he survived, I survived, in fact i think i did pretty well by not wanting to run off and hide or in any other way not take responsibility for his hurt.

thanks FF for those lyrics. Robby, make yourself useful and go get a link for that song. i didn't go near your other happy dance link.

ok, did i cover everything??

FL - Hope this doesn't hurt as it isn't meant too. Just I'm going through some issues all over again. I don't know if it really holds or not, but if you see my other thread today, I got a call from OMW. So, here it is, do you still ever see OM around town/work/whatever? If so, do you have a desire to wave to him? Guess, I'm trying to figure out what was going on inside the W's head before I ask her. Sorry.

FL hope you are feeling great. I feel happy & sad and a bit anxious about the future in many ways.

I logged onto the mil support site to tell the good news and there was this new post which explains so much about those who serve. It realy struck a nerve
I hope it gives and gave comfort to some who have lost their husbands, brothers, lovers,sons or friends, because they are always that you know to someone.
A Casualty is a REAL person who had hopes and dreams ...

And I'm not ashamed to say I cried just a little

Well, how are ya, Private Willie McBride, its just yâ€™ mate Jack
D'you mind if I sit down here by your graveside?
I'll rest for awhile in the warm summer sun,
Been walking all day, Lord, and I'm nearly done.
by your gravestone I remember you were only nineteen
When you joined the fallen in this last lot of fighting,
I hope you died quick and I hope you died "clean,"
Or, Willie McBride, was it slow and obscene?

Did they beat the drum slowly, did they sound the fife lowly?
Did the rifles fire o'er ye as they lowered ye down?
Did the bugles sing "The Last Post" in chorus?
Did the pipes play the "Flowers O' The Forest"?

And did you leave a wife or a sweetheart behind
In some faithful heart is your memory enshrined?
And, though you died back in last summer,
To that loyal heart are you forever nineteen?
Or are you a stranger, without even a name,
Forever enshrined behind some glass pane,
In an old photograph, torn and tattered and stained,
And fading to yellow in a brown leather frame?

Did they beat the drum slowly, did they sound the fife lowly?
Did the rifles fire o'er ye as they lowered ye down?
Did the bugles sing "The Last Post" in chorus?
Did the pipes play the "Flowers O' The Forest"?

Well, the sun's shining down on these sandy fields
The warm wind blows gently, the red poppies dance.
The trenches have vanished long under the plow;
No gas and no barbed wire, no guns firing now.
But here in this graveyard it's still No Man's Land;
The countless white crosses in mute witness stand
To man's blind indifference to his fellow man.

Did they beat the drum slowly, did they sound the fife lowly?
Did the rifles fire o'er ye as they lowered ye down?
Did the bugles sing "The Last Post" in chorus?
Did the pipes play the "Flowers O' The Forest"?

And a whole generation who are being butchered and damned.
And I can't help but wonder now, Willie McBride,
Do all those who lie here know why they died?
Did you really believe them when they told you "the cause?"
Did you really believe that FINALLY this war would end wars?
Well the suffering, the sorrow, the glory, the shame,
The killing, the dying, it was all done in vain,
For Willie McBride, it's all happened again,
And again, and again, and again, and again.

My dear friend weeping, this is Willie McBride,
Today I speak to you across the divide
Of years and of distance, of life and of death,
Please let me speak freely with my silent breath.
You might think me crazy, you might think me daft,
I could have stayed back in Australia, where there wasn't a draft,
But my parents they raised me to tell right from wrong,
So today I shall answer what you asked in your song.

Yes, they beat the drum slowly, they played the pipes lowly,
And the rifles fired o'er me as they lowered me down,
The band played "The Last Post" in chorus,
And the pipes played "The Flowers of the Forest."

Ask the people of Kabul or all Afghanistan,
If my life was wasted, if I died only in vain.
I think they will tell you when all's said and done,
They welcomed this boy with his tin hat and gun.
And call it ironic that I was cut down,
While in Dublin my kinfolk were fighting the Crown.
But in Dublin or Stan the cause was the same:
To resist the oppressor, whatever his name.

Yes, they beat the drum slowly, they played the pipes lowly,
And the rifles fired o'er me as they lowered me down,
The band played "The Last Post" in chorus,
And the pipes played "The Flowers of the Forest."

It wasn't for Queen or just for Country I died,
It wasn't for glory or the lost Empire's pride.
The reason I went was both simple and clear:
To stand up for freedom did I volunteer.
It's easy for you to look back and sigh,
And pity the youth of these days now gone by,
For us who were there, we knew why we died,
And I'd do it again, says Willie McBride.
:
Yes, they beat the drum slowly, they played the pipes lowly,
And the rifles fired o'er me as they lowered me down,
The band played "The Last Post" in chorus,
And the pipes played "The Flowers of the Forest."

Well the suffering, the sorrow, the glory, the shame,
The killing, the dying, NO it was not done in vain,
And yes I know, it's all happening again,
And again, and again, and again, and again

I gotta quit reading for awhile. OY! I've got a sinus headache and my eyeballs hurt!

I'm ready to go home and take a hot, steamy shower. Maybe that'd help my cabaza.

- Kimmy

RH, yes i read your other topic, i was very sorry to hear it, but as it was to pepperband, i did not respond. i will now.

AW, that was very moving.

Kimmy, enjoy your shower.

AW, that was very sad and really touched me.

That really hit me FF. Its so sad, so useless & yet some hope it isn't just all for nothing.
The sooner it ends the better.

Well as soon as Aussie is home then I can stop panicking everytime the door bell rings!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

It figures. I go out doing community concerts today and all of Idiotville is singing and I MISSED IT!! I could have conducted!!

Still haven't been able to keep up much and post - too much going on - and IB is colder than ever !!

Must go work with kids for a few minutes - I'll hang around for about 45 minutes, but usually at this time of day everyone's gone. Where do you guys go all afternoon? Do you have a real life or something? I am jealous if you do.

Is there anyone besides me who hasn't done any Christmas shopping? Don't all speak at once (said the threadkiller)

Me. I've crocheted for my neices, but that's it.

Jelly,

Youâ€™re definitely back!!

Even posting on other threads!!

Outside Idiotville!!

BUSTED!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

WELCOME BACK !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Is there anyone besides me who hasn't done any Christmas shopping? <hr /></blockquote>Not me!

Not one gift!

I've got plenty of time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hello all idiots,

I never posted here before but just wanted to drop in and say hi to all.... I can't quite face all the pain on the board today and also can't quite face starting work just yet..

I'm procrastinating today.

Anyway, I thought, I'll just read something a bit more uplifting than all of this PAIN PAIn PAin, and what do I do, I come here and read AW's Eric Bogle song!! That made me cry! But glad to hear that Aussie is safe and well and coming home!

Welcome to Idiotville, Smur. Robby is the mayor. If you come here, you have to get a job. What would you like to do?

((((Yawning & Stretching, and humming a little tune...))))

Good evening I-Ville! Looks like we had a busy day today!

Hey FF - Mercy Me is one of my favorite groups (besides Third Day!)

Hey FL - You go girl! Wading through all that crap isn't fun, but in the end, when you can look your H in the eye with no regrets and he looks at you with pride... it will be worth the effort.

AW - *RIF snifs and wipes his eyes* What a moving story... So when does Aussie get home???

Hey Kimmy - Hope you are feeling better...

Hey Starz - I haven't bought a thing.... I plan to do that with my girls shortly after I get home....

Hey Mr. Mayor - Only 15 more days until Christmas.... better hurry up!

Welcome Smur - You have to get a job and then you have to tell us all about three idiotic things that you've done... Oh, and Robby is the Mayor... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ooops... Hi Believer!!! You must have hit your send button before I hit mine! How are you doing?

[ December 09, 2004, 07:39 PM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Hey RIF and believer,
so there are others up and about, but its morning here, actually.
A job... hmmmm... I could be the official east Asia correspondent, since it seems that the rest of the world is just about covered on here. So my report for today *hurriedly flicking through newspaper* is that Princess Masako (wife of the Japanese crown prince) is on the mend after her bout of depression (rumour has it that the very conservative Japanese palace was pressuring her for having a personality) So good news hey?

Three idiotic things shouldn't be hard, I am a FWW after all.
So #1 Attempting to learn Japanese #2 Getting to the level of being able to order a beer after 6 months of lessons and #3 I can order a beer really well... now how about two? Hmmm

You're in - or do I have to wait for the mayor to announce it.

There are quite a few here that are on the night shift like you. And we have several FWS's, so you will fit right in.

Why is the Princess depressed?

Yay!

The Japanese royal family (I guess like most) is ultra conservative... she is supposed to stay at home except for official functions when she can smile and wave, and also she has to produce an heir to the throne. Thats it. But she used to be diplomat with a great career and she speaks 5 languages, she has a daughter but no son etc....

Its sad but hopefully things are slowly changing here.

I feel so sorry for these princesses - like Princess Di. She produced the required heirs, but was very unhappy.

What are you doing over there?

when i joined i did not have to share three idiot things i did, is this because you have all read so many of my posts you already know all the idiot things i have done???

great, i can listen to welcome back but where is the link to Undone by Mercy Me that i asked for??? robby, mr. mayor, i'm not very impressed with you. earn your title and get me that link (ok, i really have no idea why a mayor's job includes getting any citizen any link they want but i looked it up and it does!!)

FL - You are right! That is why we elected Robby mayor - he has the BEST links - just don't open them at work.

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am the Mayor!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And get a REAL Idiotville job! Too many people have been trying to slide actual skills in lately...

How about being the town blacksmith?

We don't have one of those!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

FL, we do need 3 idiotic things, non-A related please! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey! FL! That's right! You OWE us three idiotic things and A related don't count! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Smur. Welcome to Iville. I am the 411 information lady that has the answers to nothing. Great to have a Asian correspondant. BTW, I am a FWS too. You are welcome here, ummm unless the mayor decides not... Maybe we will start a coup.

Yea, I think you caught us on a serious day. Check out yesterdays threads where Robby errr.. Mr. Mayor was being best idiot he could be.

Best I can do !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Copyright laws and all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Starz - You still here? You missed it! I asked everyone to sing along today, and the Idiots were singing for a couple of hours - all except AW - she fell asleep!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Maybe we will start a coup.
<hr /></blockquote>Careful FF!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF - You all packed and at the airport?

KiwiJ (who is MIA btw) talked of a coup once... I dispatched the Idiotville Navy and she promptly backed down! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mr. Mayor - Forget the blacksmith. What are doing about getting another bartender? Our old one is working on recovering her marriage.

The Bartender of Idiotville is a very important position... maybe even the most important! We can't just give it to someone new on a whim. We've been burnt before...

Smur will have to put in her time as the blacksmith first. Once she shows herself to be reliable I'll schedule an interview! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And where is Kiwi anyway?

Anybody know?

I bet she thinks the extra . makes her look fat! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 RIF - You all packed and at the airport? <hr /></blockquote>Hey Believer - I packed everything last night just to see how much stuff I'd be carrying...

Hey Mr. Mayor - I thought you were filling in as the bartender... have you got my beer ready???

yeah, I haven't seen Kiwi in a couple of days...

And What About Bob???

Beer has been iced for 3 days now RIF! I told you that! It's extra cold! I have to keep restocking though, Idiots drink ALOT!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thanks!!!

Hey, you had poste #2,600 !!!! way to go Mr. Mayor!!!

Actually you did.

But there's no prize! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mister Mayor - I'm tired getting my own drinks. What kinda town are you running?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> KiwiJ (who is MIA btw) talked of a coup once... I dispatched the Idiotville Navy and she promptly backed down! <hr /></blockquote>Gotcha Mayor, ummm just kidding (as she quietly plots) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey RIF! Bonvoyage! Robby, got anything cold for the teatotaler (can't spell cuz iz an idjit)?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF - How many more hours?

Drinks on the House!!

Smoke 'em if you got 'em! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'll be back...

Need to go check on RIF's beer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

FF-

Stop plotting this instant! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hey Believer - 24hrs, 20 min... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Cool RIF - Please let us know when you arrive home safely. And thanks for your service. Tell the others there that we will be forever grateful.

You might as well forget about your beer. Robby went to "check on it".

Actually, mr mayor, I have a proud family tradition of blacksmithing... too bad the skills got lost somewhere along the line and I am all thumbs.... But if you show up with your horse to be hooved I'll give it my best shot.

Believer, I'm working at the uni here in Tokyo. Its incredibly cramped (space costs are astronomical, since its Tokyo) but I'm constantly amazed at how well you can work in a tiny space!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I bet she thinks the extra . makes her look fat! <hr /></blockquote>HEY!!!!! I SAW THAT!!!!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Lots of troll-y type people around at the moment - I've been keeping a low profile.

Hey, smur, I work at a uni as well. What do you do there?

BTW Jelly's back - she might think she isn't but she is.

Now we just need Lurky and Brown back and the town will be full of happy little Idiots again. Awwwww.

Jen aka .

[ December 09, 2004, 11:02 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

And where's YL. I miss our Lemondash. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hey Jen - good to see you again! How are you doing?

Hi RIF, shouldn't you be on a plane heading stateside or something.

I'm doing good. The AD's have kicked in and life's looking a whole lot better.

Weird to need the AD's for something completely unrelated to the A but, I'm not joking, the woman at work was driving me cuckoo. Rob met her the other night at our christmas function and he said "she's very strange - I can see why you have so much trouble with her."

It was the first christmas party she's ever been to in the department. So, I take a bit of credit for that. Everyone was amazed that I got her along to it.

Jen

Where's AW? Probably STILL sleeping. Yikes! When women get preggers they just lose it. Just sleep, sleep, sleep, and dream, dream, dream.

Hey Jen - 22 hrs and counting... I should be getting on the plane tomorrow around 0800... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It'll probably take 2-3 days to get home, but I should be there in time for our 18th wedding anniversary on the 16th of Dec... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Glad the party went well... Aren't prescription drugs cool!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

That's so cool RIF, going home.

Believer, how are things?

I've been trying to think of three (nonA) Idiot things I've done - it might be hard to limit it to three - but right now I can't think of anything.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 The AD's have kicked in and life's looking a whole lot better.<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAOPMP!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF,

6 beers "missing"...

no worries, I'll replace! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey KiwiJ,

you work at a uni too? I do labwork mostly. In fact I'm typing this while wearing my labcoat....yes, I should be working right now.

I actually met a kiwi yesterday who works here too. Can't go anywhere without bumping into aussies and kiwis.

Good Night Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nighty Night Mr. Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

As AG, I will sue your a$$ off FL if you don't give us three idiot things!!! Took me awhile, but I read, what, 13 pages to catch up?!?!? OY!

KY--get over it--you're back.

smur--welcome.

Robby: <blockquote>quote:<hr />Well, since you're back I should probably post an update. W & I took S to the mall to see Santa last night. No details necessary but we did have a good time and you know what?

I love her.

I can't get away from it, even when/if I kinda/sorta try. I love her.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

.-glad to see you checked in!

RIF--what can I say, bro?!?!? Enjoy your time!! May you and your family have a merry, blessed, fun, spiritual, relaxing Christmas-time!!!!!! Like believer said--just check in with us once when you get back to the States to make sure you made it alright--then forget about us til 2005!

AW-great news! Just take it easy, OK?

{{FL}} If you've forgotten, check my sig line, OK?

Robby (again)--you need to ship them back into ship, dude!

de, gc, rh--drinks are on the house! (Oh, 'cept you kimmy! Almost forgot!)

Well, gotta go...getting late!!!!!!

Oh, and Bob? Got any room down there for a few New Yawkers? (There already invading FL!) Have a great tie on your vacation!!!!!

Hey LINY - Good to see you back! I posted on your other thread to FM.... that's so sad... but hey, you gotta do what you gotta do...

How are you and Brown doing??? I'm still praying for you guys! I know you guys are going to make it!!!!... so don't let me down, OK??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey LINY - We miss you in I-ville... I'll be taking a break for a while... I fly home tomorrow for my 2 weeks R&R...

Semper Fi,
RIF<hr /></blockquote>You think I would forget you, bro?!?!?!?!?!?

Just was really concerned about FM--was glad he checked in. He's been through alot--even though he was posting as BS, was WS at one point--showed he was human in that "confession" on the boards awhile back. We're human. Of flesh and blood. Sinners. I think alot forget that sometimes. And one thing I'm realizing is recovery ain't happenin' overnight. There will be setbacks. There will be obstacles. There will be pain. But the rewards....I long the rewards of being with brown the rest of my life.

I have the utmost respect for you and all in the military. I was just telling my unit tonight: two things I absolutely HATE when I hear this coming from the public (brown and I are feds, if you've forgotten): when they say "you's people" and even more so, when they talk about living in another country. My response would love to be (and one day I will say it (and probably get fired afterwards) is: so then go live in another country you ungrateful hypocritical little f@#$! Oh, it burns me. (Had to get on the phone with one of them tonight--and to make matters worse, he was talking with an accent!!! AAARRRRRGGGGHHHHHH!!!!!!! We don't know how good we got it until we lose it. Much like anything in life, huh?

Anyway, have a great time at home!!!!! Prayers for you and your family!!!1

*We* are acting like *we* again. It feels really good! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> We're dealing with alot of stress and outside influences. You're right though: we will be OK! Even with all of the immediate and outside turmoil around us, I really believe that--cause we're doing it together! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Still, lotsa of work to do...but for once in a long while, I believe you!: we will be OK! Thanks so much for your support. Really. And to think, you give and give and then give some more. You really are a special kind of person, RIF! Without you and Jen, don't know what I'd be doing some nights!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Without you and Jen, don't know what I'd be doing some nights!<hr /></blockquote>Bob, too...just still can't figure out his damn time zone and when and if he's just waking up, going to bed, or slacking at work! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

UGH! Four posts in a row! Now who's the baliff in I-ville? Hey warden? You got a baliff, or do you do your own dirty work?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF--probably won't "see you off" tommorrow, so once again, have a great time!!!!! You deserve it!!! Your uplifting, positive attitude is *SO* contagious! Thanks again! "See" you in the new year!!!!!

{{RIF}} (Manly hugs, of course! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

anyone out and about in I ville at the moment??

Just woke up from a nice dreamy sleep and have to go out soon to cousins b/day, shes turning 50, cant believe it, used to be this young teenager who baby sat me & sisters....ah the fun of aging.

RIF you must be just about on that plane mate...got the time yet of the flight???

SMUR!!! welcome to I ville its great!! blacksmith hey?? got a pair of these red shoes that always come off when I walk a bit fast, now if you could just rivet ... lol

Nothing yet about Aussie just waiting for the call. have call diversion set up to my mobile so even if I'm out I'll get the call. MMMMmmm obsessive bordering on pathetic <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> but being an idiot its ok iisn't it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

YAwn,...I wonder if I can slip in one more sleep ???

Hi AW, LINY, RIF & folks !

I am relly busy at work AND its our 'virtual' Christmas eve today ( we have a Xmas day at home before we leave on holiday so teh kids can have gifts, get friends and family round etc!).

VERY busy !!!

I'll try 2 check in later. love to all.

Hey LINY - Glad things are going well... I'll check back in with you guys when I get back... I may pop in just to let everyone know that I made it home safely... but I'm sure not going to spend nearly as much time here while I'm home.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey AW - about 18 more hours to go... Don't forget to tell Aussie that I said Hi!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Bob - If I don't 'see' you before you or I leave, I hope you and Squid and your kids have a wonderful time in FLA... and don't forget... it's OK to take a break from all of the A crap... so when a trigger pops up, recognize it and then tuck it away for after your holiday <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

[ December 10, 2004, 03:58 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Good Morning Idiotville !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning Mr. Mayor!!! 12hrs & 45 minutes.....

Counting down with ya, RIF! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning All! Good night you Idiots on the night shift. Looks like you've been picking up the slack.

Why is it the night shift always has so many problems? I worked at a shipyard where the night shift managed to sink a submarine that we were working on. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> 16th of Dec...
<hr /></blockquote>HEY! That's one of OUR anniversaries!!!!!!!!!

Cute story. Army wouldn't let us live together, so we got married in front of a JP on March 10. Dec. 16, we "officially" tied the knot in front of the minister, family and friends. Lovely weddings - ones done at Christmas.

(giggle/snort)

(((Picturing Bob in a Santa suit)))

ROTFLMAO!

Sorry Bob. Red's good on you, tho....hehehehe!

Morning I-ville--certainly not "good." Trying real hard to control my anger. Been awhile since I've felt this way--way off the scale. Tired of my sons. Cant take their bull$h!t, lackadasic (sp) attitude and not giving a f@#$ing [censored] about anybody but themselves. My rant is over. But the f@#$ing bull$h!t will continue as it has for so long day after f@#$ing day after f@#$ing day.

switching gears for a moment:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Why is it the night shift always has so many problems? I worked at a shipyard where the night shift managed to sink a submarine that we were working on.<hr /></blockquote>But...who put the holes there?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can get by today, right? I can get by without inflicting harm, on them right?
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />
I am boiling right now as brown and I have to pick up their f@#$ing lazy asses, leaving my daughters with no $$ left for any type of Christmas. And this is the first time my youngest is really aware of everything. It just sucks. Yes, I know--I should and am grateful for everything I DO have. I wanted to make this real special for them, though. And it ain't happenin'. Just ain't. Don't need this strain on us when we are doing well. And I know we will be OK. But I'm tired of being just OK. I've just settled my whole damn life and tired of just settling. Brown and I are on the same page finally. My sons aren't even in the same library.

Sorry for my rant everyone. Have to get it out somehow. Thanks--even if you all were just tuning me out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Have a good weekend everyone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

RIF, I'm sorry bro. Have a great time--I think I've said that now, like, twenty times. And each time I mean it more!

'morning Iville!

RIF--counting down with you. I agree with the others, please check in to let us know you are safe and then GET LOST! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Enjoy every single minute with the fam. Still praying for you and Aussie for safe travel.

How did they sink a sub?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hi Liny and Jen, Don't think I have posted to you two before. I'm the town 411 information lady that has the wrong answer to any question you may have.

Bob, Merry early Christmas to your family. Have a great time! I love this tradition of yours. Bet your kids really look forward to it.

Gotta run and get the kids ready.

Hey ff...can my sons get a direct line to you so they can get a damn clue?!?!?!?

OK...not gonna bring this thread down today...not gonna do it....wouldn't be prudent...

Have a good weekend everyone.

Liny,

Vent away, that's what we're here for!

{{{{LINY}}}}

squeezed your butt a little during the hug to make you feel better! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Whatever happened to TT? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Brown and I are on the same page finally. My sons aren't even in the same library.
<hr /></blockquote>LMAO!

Now THAT was funny!

Good show Liny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I knew you had it in you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now go whoop so [censored]!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> squeezed your butt a little during the hug to make you feel better!
<hr /></blockquote>Guys are wicked gross that way.

But it's still funny.

Some [censored]!

Go whoop some [censored]!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now go whoop so [censored]!
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Originally posted by LINY:
Brown and I are on the same page finally. My sons aren't even in the same library.

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LMAO!

Now THAT was funny!

Good show Liny!
<hr /></blockquote>Time out -

this doesn't count as funny, he didn't mean it to be funny, it was just by chance that it was. He was ranting. You can't give him a "that a boy" for this, purely accidently.

I still stand firm on my claim, that Liny is not funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Time in -

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{{{{Robby}}}}

Returning the favor!

My emotions are all over the place, there's not enough emoticons to justify me today!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

My emotions are so far all over the place today, it's worse than an atom being smashed! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Do I hear some crickets out there? Hey KY...go melt some chocolate and have some chocolate covered grasshoppers!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

(Is this thing on?!?!?)

So, I'm walking down the street one day...and this spider jumps out at me and says, "Bug off!"

Oh for the love of Chocolate, somebody stop him!!!!!

Hey, did you hear about the new joke about Hellen Keller? Neither did she!

LINY - Put your boys on the plane (or train, or bus) and send them down to live with my lazy boys. Two more won't make any difference at all. I figure, if they want to eat off dishes, they will wash them.

There are clothes all over, so a few more won't hurt. And here they can learn to surf and then they will be surfers - not lazy bums.

[ December 10, 2004, 10:07 AM: Message edited by: believer ]

see, same thing.... i have to read so many pages i forget what was posted. you people are all idiots, did you know that??? oh that's right, this is idiotville.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> As AG, I will sue your a$$ off FL if you don't give us three idiot things!!! <hr /></blockquote>what is an AG? and yes, i do see your sig line. no further comment. i'll get back to you on the 3 idiot things.

RIF, i too am counting down with you and am thrilled for you!!! and i too thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your encouraging and supportive posts.

i'm sure there is other stuff to say but i am clueless.

Anybody see the new reality TV show on Fox? It's called, "The Outhouse." Now, now....it's not what you're thinking...but it is a pretty sh!tty show!

is there a way to turn him off??

BROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWN,

Liny isn't being funny again!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ December 10, 2004, 10:10 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Now, you're probably saying to yourself that that joke was the crudest joke I have. Not as bad as the oil joke I have!
{rim shot}

AG=Attorney General....speaking of cars...Did you hear that Mike Tyson has been named GM of the Pistons? They'll get an earful!

How to sink a sub:
Have one crew working on the ballast system in the front of the boat, and another crew working on it in the back of the boat.
Then the nightshift all go to lunch at 11:00PM. They come back to the dock, and you guessed it - the submarine sunk. It was the Guitarro - at Mare Island Naval Shipyard.

Hey, Liny, your so not funny, even the hyenas have stopped laughing.

Heckle, heckle <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I see Jelly's not back again today!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And just so you know Jelly Bing, I was trying to cheer LINY up by making him think he was funny...

But alas, you're right. It wasn't intentional! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I'll be appearing in Las Vegas right after David Copperfield's show...that is if I don't disappear first!

That's right I'm not back again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

See what your encouragement did???

Now what do we do?

My timing was off -
but it was STILL the night shift

4:00 P.M.: A civilian construction group (nuclear) began an instrument calibration assignment which required the filling of certain tanks, located aft of the ship's pivot point, with approximately five tons of water.
4:30 P.M.: A civilian construction group (nonnuclear) began an assignment to bring the ship within a half degree of trim. This entailed the adding of water to tanks forward of the ship's pivot point, to overcome a reported two degree up-bow attitude.
4:30 to 7:50 P.M.: The nuclear group continued to add water aft.
4:30 to 7:45 P.M.: The nonnuclear group continued to add water forward.
7:00 P.M. and again at 7:30 P.M.: A security watch advised the nonnuclear group that by that time the Guitarro was riding so low forward that a one and a half foot wave action, stirred up by boats operating in the river, was causing water to enter an uncovered manhole in the most forward and lowest portion of the ship's deck. These warnings went unheeded.
7:45 P.M.: The nonnuclear group stopped adding water to the ballast tanks in preparation for their lunch break.
7:50 P.M.: The nuclear group completed their calibrating assignment and began to empty the tanks aft.
8:00 P.M.: The nonnuclear group left for lunch.
8:30 P.M.: The nuclear group emptying the water from the aft tanks and a member of the group noticed " sudden down angle being taken by the boat." At approximately the same time, the nonnuclear group and others, returning to the ship from lunch, observed in down sharply at the bow with a massive flooding taking place through several large open hatches.
8:30 to 8:45 P.M.: Efforts made to close watertight doors and hatches were unsuccessful due to lines and cables running through them.
8:55 P.M.: The Guitarro sank.

Please, please...You're all two kind...but I've got a royal staright so I win!
{rim shot}

Speaking of subs...I'm from the east coast, and I went out to Cali last week...I walk into Subway and ask for a hero. The clerk says, "Spiderman, Batman, or The Hulk?"

BROWN!!!

HELP!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

So I says, "You're funny, kid. can I play connect the dots on your face? No really, just playing, kid. Can I have a pop with that?" (Thinking I'll fit in.) You know what he says? Do you know what he says?!?!? Nothing. Takes his fingers and squeezes a zit right there and says, "There's your pop sir."

So I says, "You're funny kid." So I take him on the road...No, no...I take him on the Santa Monica Freeway and tie his shoe laces together.

So I's fly back to New york...Why didn't anybody tell me you get felt up at the airports? I would have been spending my time in the airports rather than paying Trixie 50 bucks a night!

All you crickets and grasshoppers: I LOVE YOU!!! Good night!
{applause track}

Oh lIny liny liny whats this Monkeying around you are doing heh???

speaking of Monkeying around . why DID the monkey fall out of the tree???

because he was dead

I say again, Good Lord!

Six pages to catch up on and now we're down to Henny Youngman jokes. Good Lord.

believer - I got in at the end of the singing - so sorry I missed it -- NOT!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - I was hearing rumors of a coup? I am now sitting on top of the bank with my rifle waiting for the army to arrive (not you, RIF) so I can squelch this coup attempt.

I'm right with you Starz - but I will probably need a shotgun, and will have to be a little closer - maybe 5 feet away to fit anything.

I'll check the amory for some RPG's too.

Make that HIT - not fit.

OK...got that out of my system. Better than yelling and carrying on like I was earlier...but you know what? Nothing's changed. Ho, hum.

Been posting outside I-ville. Eek. Said I wouldn't, but here we go again....actually, to onlywords--probably the only reason why I posted--sort of I-ville comradarie...she's angry...and I completely understand. But, she needs to worry about RH, not what this [censored] and his W are doing.

RH, I hope I'm helping--even a little--just telling her that I do understand how she feels, I hope that helps. She's certainly not alone. I'm no expert as this recovery thing, like I posted, but...Let me know if I should back off or not, OK man?

See you all later! N/S is really thinning out...this was a one-time day, unlike KY, though. I know, I know....you all loved my jokes and will hate to not see them on a daily basis, but....

{{{idiots}}}

Ok, Ok, I' ll stop the coup effort for now... But watch your back Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Of course, now that Jelly is back you can relax a little.

Hey Liny, I think you are funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Did AW go back to sleep?

Liny, you can send your son's to live in my basement with my son. You would think the Tasmanian Devil lived there!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Maybe they would fit right in or you would never find them again without a search party. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Ok, back to work..

oops, one more post. Kimmy, what the heck is going on with the p/c board? Geez, I stay away for a few days and TOW has taken over!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

The recovery board seems to be taken over by angry mobs too. I think Iville is the only safe haven these days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Hey Liny,

Try this !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yes--I saw it on the news yesterday. However, I don't think I have the right conditions in New York to do the same--although, to be quite honest, have DEFINITELY thought about it.

Send em here LINY - they will love it and you can get rid of them.

Don't tempt me believer!!!!!!

(And the scary thing about that, is, I think you're half serious!!!!!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Quick update:

I went to IC last night and we made a pretty big decision. I am going to start expanding my job search outside of the state of Florida. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> It really sucks and I would only get to see my W & S every other weekend or so. But I'm going from bad to worse financially and really need to get a job in my field to utilize my skill sets. It's just not happening fast enough here. I really want W to be able to quit her second job and spend more time with S. It's a pretty big priority for me. Limiting my job search to just Florida brings bankruptcy closer to reality. That's really not an appealing option for me.

I applied to 17 internal jobs this morning.

Wish me luck!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's NOT about luck. However, we will pray for you guys!

LINY - Send them to California - at least for a year. My boys live in a mobile home across the street from me. It goes from being very clean and neat to a complete flop house.

My boys are 19 and 22, plus their friends are there half the time. They surf and smoke herb. Other than that, they work enough to eat, and lay around playing PS2.

We live a half mile from the beach, and 2 blocks from the grocery store. Just like paradise.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> oops, one more post. Kimmy, what the heck is going on with the p/c board? Geez, I stay away for a few days and TOW has taken over!!!
<hr /></blockquote>I dunno. I'm sick of it all. I'm beginning to hate dwh, too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I dunno. I'm sick of it all. I'm beginning to hate dwh, too.

<hr /></blockquote>What's going on sweetie? You wanna talk about it?

well cheering up time from the Sports news reporter...

Because you are all good Rugby fans - well you will be by the time I graduate Recovery School <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> - hehehehehe
the lastest news is that the great and glorious city of Perth In Western Australia is going to hold the Rugby games for the 2008 Olympics ... ah um... hang on the pages of the newspaper got wet and it was stuck together ... lets see yadda yadda yadda.. mmm mmmmm got it now.. oh that makes more sense..

has been chosen as the home for the NEW international and national Rugby Union team the name & colours which are yet to be chosen.

Names Mmmm names lets see....

Caia (Latin)
â€¢ to rejoice

Cailin (Irish)
â€¢ girl

Callie, Cally (Greek)
â€¢ most beautiful

Calista (Greek)
â€¢ most beautiful

or

Cadman (Celtic)
â€¢ brave warrior

Casey (Celtic)
â€¢ brave

Colin (Celtic)
â€¢ strong

Curran (Irish)
â€¢ hero

oh darn mind wondering AGAIN ....... I wonder if I can fit in that last olive... maybe some beetroot .. that ice cream looks yummy too.....

Team name ..Reds, Kangaroos, Sharks....MMM needs some more work

Oh flash of something, believers fish ....

Two goldfish were in their tank.
One turns to the other and says,
"You man the guns, I'll drive."

Sure, ff or any other idjits - but email, kay? I'm tired of being trolled. They never help the bad feelers, kwim?

Kimmy, my email is killnme2004-mb@yahoo.com

Okay.

I just sent this to the mommies and thought you all would like it.

Mind you, this has ZERO fat, carbs or calories - NOT!

1 can cream of chicken soup
1 medium tub sour cream
1 pkg shredded cheddar
1 stick butter melted
1 lb. ham chopped or cubed
1 onion chopped
1 lb bag or has browns or tater tots, thawed

Throw the mess in a mixing bowl and mix well. Spoon into oblong baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour (or so). Eat. Feel bloated, but good and full. VERY good with fried or baked apples.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />...they work enough to eat...<hr /></blockquote>Hmmmm.....Now if I can only get them to work...

Before I go off into another rant/Henny Youngman bit...

Have a great weekend all!

LINY, when I was 18 and a jerk, my 60 YO, very gentle but lifetime-in-industry strong dad said to me " do that again and I'll kick your [censored]".

I laughed.

Next weekend I did it again and my Dad beat the sh1t out of me with anything he could lift and swing. I Lost a tooth and cracked a rib. I never got a punch in. Didn't try in truth but thats not the point.

I apologised and stopped being a teenaged jerk there and then.

Thiunk about it every time I lick the gap in m'teeth. Something to think about perhaps my friend.... {{{LINY}}}

FF - You've got mail!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 FF - You've got mail! <hr /></blockquote>I feel SO left out! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

email me, and I'll tell you 'bout it, if you want...it'd be interesting to have a male perspective.

niosgirlatyahoodotcom

Heeeeellllllloooooo!!!!!!!!

I emailed you both!

Well, I have finished all concerts for this week. Finally - am developing a chest cold or bronchitis or something feel like **** all day long - living on tylenol. And as if that weren't bad enough now it's Friday afternoon and I have to go home to an iceberg.

Do you think margaritas will cure a chest cold?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Do you think margaritas will cure a chest cold?
<hr /></blockquote>Of course. Straight tequila shots work faster.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:

Do you think margaritas will cure a chest cold? <hr /></blockquote>Absolutely!!!

Just use a premium tequila.

I recommend Cabo Wabo, Patron or Tres Generations!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am a pretty cheap drunk. Never heard of those brands. Just old Jose!
I do like Grand Marnier in mine, though. That stuff isn't cheap.

See ya. Gotta try to keep smiling, somehow.

Jose !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Starz, all alcohol fights off and cures colds. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

If you want a laugh (or a groan) go back and read Liny's jokes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Did any of you see there's another poster with MY name (without the .) It was embarrassing cos I thought people might think she was me.

Jen

Is he/she being trollish Jen?

ROBBY/FF - I'm hanging here..................gonna go home soon. What do I do?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
It was embarrassing cos I thought people might think she was me.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>WTF?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think you should change your name to KiwiJen or THEKiwiJ (no dot)

or how 'bout KakapoJ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yes Kimmy, it was a post I'd be SO embarrassed to have my name associated with. Luckily, it's dropped off page 1.

How you doing Kimmy? (not like Joey <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> ). It's been a rough ride for you lately.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 ROBBY/FF - I'm hanging here..................gonna go home soon. What do I do? <hr /></blockquote>Try reading your mail! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

'[censored]! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It's been a rough lifetime, Jen. If there is re-incarnation, I don't want to do this again.

I'm at the end of it. I want my m, but I don't know if dwh does. He doesn't really act "all there."

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> or how 'bout KakapoJ? <hr /></blockquote>ROFLMAO

Robby, you're so quick your talents are wasted working in a "normal" job.

I mean that. You're a very funny guy. And I mean that.

It's not there yet, Robby.

I'm rubber, you're glue.......

Boo!

LLLLLLLLLLLLLLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEMMMMMMMMMMMMOOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNN!

Did you forget your password or something?

YL!!! (does happy cabbage patch dance)

Where ya' been? We've been talking about ya'

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 Boo! <hr /></blockquote>Who is YL?

Never heard of him! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Nice drive by, reminds me of another deserter! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry to have been gone so long guys, just have had no "me" time for a few weeks now...

OMG!!! 181 pages (at least 100 since the last time I was here), and 2700 + posts, I'll never get caught up!!

I did go back a few pages, and {{Kimmy}} {{Starz}} looks like you two are still struggling - I'm so sorry! Been praying for you both...lots of love to you!

And, I saw that Robby moved??

And, KY stayed away a whole week! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It'll take a little while, but I'll read up on the rest of y'all ...

{{{Idiotville}}} You've been on my mind, and in my prayers!

From the very-busy-no-MB-time LemonDash - our Pastor asked for a fast for the month of December - a fast from what you ask? A fast from murmurring and complaining - so, I'm trying to comply, and I'll leave it at that....love to you all - LemonDash <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ROBBY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> I wish I'd read your response BEFORE I posted - how dare you!!!

This is not a drive-by, I'm actually stopping in for a bit - where's your hospitality - and, my chocolate chip cookies, and some soda????

Oh, and I ain't no HIM!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 ROBBY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> I wish I'd read your response BEFORE I posted - how dare you!!!

This is not a drive-by, I'm actually stopping in for a bit - where's your hospitality - and, my chocolate chip cookies, and some soda????

Oh, and I ain't no HIM!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I've still not got it, Robby. Are you sure you typed the addy right?

(hehe)

Yah, You pushed just the righ button - congrats to you!! Yippee - Robby's the winner!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Kimmy - no, didn't forget it, just can't find the time to type it in - I've managed to find the time and tried to log on three times in the last couple days, but to no avail - phone just won't stop - "they" have realized I'm back in the office, and they won't leave me alone. Not to mention all the other mess and new responsibilities... my hours were 9a-3p - I asked boss "Since I'm doing all this other stuff, do you want me to change my hours?" Answer was "Not right now - we'll see how it goes, I don't think it'll take any more time" - So, I'm getting to work around 8:30a now, maybe leaving by 3:30p, and no time to stop for lunch...I'm not complaining though - after 5 weeks without my little income, it's nice to hold a check in my hand...now, if only I could cash it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I am such an IDIOT!!!

Starz - hope that cold comin on isn't, but, well, have a shot for me, I think I'm feelin a bit yuck myself! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

edited to add:
Loved it so much, I just couldn't stay away <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 10, 2004, 04:28 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 I've still not got it, Robby. Are you sure you typed the addy right?

(hehe) <hr /></blockquote>I hit reply!

(twice) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK, well, I just wanted to drop you all a line - I'll check back in as soon as I can - {{Idiotville}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 edited to add:
Loved it so much, I just couldn't stay away <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Not much lately, that I can tell.

I wish brown would muzzle Liny! jk <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kimmie,

You've got mail. Sorry for the delay. My H thought he was having heart trouble and we ended up going to the ER. Thankfully he is ok. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome back YL! We missed you. The roads went to crap since you were gone and I wasn't doing my job <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

bye idiots, have a good weekend, i'm sure come monday i'll have no prayer at reading all i missed!!!

FL - Have a great weekend.

RIF- How many more hours?

Hey RIF,

in case you're spending your last few moments on the net instead of doing something useful, just wanted to say thanks for your advice on the other threads... its really been appreciated. Hope you have a great trip.

Hi Smur, you asked what I did at the uni. Nothing as exciting as wearing a white coat. I work in administration in one of the Arts departments.

Jen

OMG it took me all evening to catch up!!!! I know I missed alot of stuff - so I figured I had better read, so b/f I post -I don't an idiot out of myself ..... turns out my H did an excellent job of that today. (J/K honey).

But, seriously, Mayor you did egg him on .... now he thinks he can run a muck (amuck amuck amuck!!!). It's like an drunken irishman at the local pub .... once he starts singing you'll never get him out!!! Oh that's it ... LINY is an irishman and you made him drunk with the power of thinking he was funny. Serves you right!!! Then you all call Brown for help ... see how you are .... (Thanks it took his mind of those terrible boys of ours!!!!)

AW - I'm so glad to hear Aussie is coming home ... it'll be grand ... {{{AW&Aussie}}}

RIF - God speed and God Bless. Don't forget to let us know you made here ok (and thanks from me too for the words of encouragement ... we really need it)

Bob - I hope your "holiday" is wonderful. I hope The Pures enjoy themselves (The LINYs are kinda envious - we never get to go anywhere .... don't cry for me cause I married LINY ... The truth is I always loved him ... All through his wild days ... His mad existance .... lalalalalalala ... (So sorry I felt a song come over me). Anyhow - have a helleva great time.

Robby - get a job ... Shananana !!!! (I'll be praying for you to find one soon. And it's good to hear you "love her")

KY - Are you back or are you LINY????

Believer - Our oldest S does surf and the youngest smokes herb - neither one of them work (to eat or anything) - and they play in a band (Kewl) - Still want 'em??? (Please pray for them - it's breaking my heart).

I didn't forget everyone else ... I just figured I should stop now b/f it takes everyone the whole evening to read my post ....

I'll be back !!!!! (Warning ... no threat .... no promise) Brown

Hey all of you Night Shifters in I-Ville!

Well, the Army in typical fasion has us on the "hurry up and wait" schedule.... Got to the PAX terminal at the appointed hour.... got a short briefing, filled out some forms... then was told to be back in 6 hours!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

So I'm just killing some time between now and then and wanted to thank everyone for the good thoughts and kind wishes for a safe trip home...

I hope that you all have a wonderful holiday season regardless of your situation... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Semper Fi,
RIF

RIF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WTF?!?!?!?!? Make sure you're there and they don't mess up your flight outta there!!! Take it easy!!

Enjoy your college football on your recliner with a cold one in hand and your family around you!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />LINY, when I was 18 and a jerk, my 60 YO, very gentle but lifetime-in-industry strong dad said to me " do that again and I'll kick your [censored]".

I laughed.

Next weekend I did it again and my Dad beat the sh1t out of me with anything he could lift and swing. I Lost a tooth and cracked a rib. I never got a punch in. Didn't try in truth but thats not the point.

I apologised and stopped being a teenaged jerk there and then.

Thiunk about it every time I lick the gap in m'teeth. Something to think about perhaps my friend.... {{{LINY}}}<hr /></blockquote>Bob...honestly thought about this too. All my Dad had to do was take off his belt once...I was an angel after that! I am honestly afraid of the repercussions. Thinking of all of my options. Can I ask? What did you do the first and second (and last) time? Very curious.

Hey LINY - How's it going??? I plan on being back at the PAX terminal about an hour before the actual time just in case the plane comes in early.... But hey, I'm not complaining!

As far as the college football goes.... my MSU Bulldogs were really horrible this year and Army lost to Navy... so I guess it'll be pro football or nothing!

Give Brown a hug the next time you see her and tell her you love her.... (you can never do that too much, you know! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Did any of you see there's another poster with MY name (without the .) It was embarrassing cos I thought people might think she was me.<hr /></blockquote>Embarrasing...what did she write?!?!?
Anyway, there's only one kiwij! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

If you change your name, here's a few suggestions:
.

girlinacleanwhitecoat (And they're coming to take me away HAHA!!!)

Hotzeal

roosrule

Idonthaveastickyouknowwhereasopposedtowhatlinyoncesaidandiwillneverforgivehimforthat

strawhouse ('member that rant, mayor?!?!?)

or my favorite: smiley ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

YL!!!! Welcome back!!!!

Two more things, then I'll call it a night...
Real tough night...not getting into details, but...slipped up on the G...was inadvertantly triggered and I just wasn't strong enough. Feel like nothing, piece of garbage, but, gotta pick myself up, right? Please pray for me. It's been real tough on the brain and the stress level with brown and I lately. And most of what's going on is NOT in our control. Thanks, guys and gals.

The other...and it's a question out of curiosity that maybe only JustUss can answer...you know we all love RH (and onwo), but at his request (which I'm also curious about), the thread was closed. Now, I've seen other posters directly request this and they were either ignored or denied. Why this one? And this was actually an informative one, where I thoght (what do I know) that onwo & RH were working something out by posting/reading it. You could actually see the progress they made. Why then, end it? Just curious...

Have a good weekend all.

RIF

saw you were waiting for 6 hours for the big fly out.. make sure you are invisible to the REA's as Aussies says..(I'm sure you will work that out) they are just as likely to say oh theres RIF lets USE HIM for another week!!

Old Army volunteer methods.. you & you & you...lol just get home safe . <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Lots of sisterly love and best wishes you dear man.

I hate weekends. Mon-Fri I have routine and life goes on. Sat/Sun throw me into turmoil. And now I am having a melt-down. My 13 yr old is playing the piano. Over the past few years I have really had to nag her to practise but today, all by herself, she is filling our house with music. It is so beautiful - Titanic theme, Beauty & the Beast, Norah Jones. She is such a clever talented girl. I am so proud of her. How can my f***ing idiot husband not be here to be moved like I am right now. A**hole.

I love the way you all support one another. Bless you all. Idiots rule!

BIG HUGS {{{{{{TT}}}}}}

Hope he finds the courage to come back and work on being forgiven

Sheesh - woke up early to check on the night shift. Looks like everyone is working.

LINY - Sorry to hear of the slip - let me pick you up, dust you off, and encourage you. Look at all the successful times - you're gonna be just fine. Try the higher power thing.

TT - Good to see you posting again. We've been missing you. Your daughter sounds talented and that is wonderful - whether your H appreciates it or not.

AW - Did you fall back asleep?

RIF - Can hardly wait til you're back in the good ole USA.

Brown - LINY cracks me up - send those boys to California and be rid of them. They will fit in just fine. I probably wouldn't even notice two more laying around - the house is full of them most of the time. Once in awhile a girl comes by, but there is too much testosterone in the place.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
Brown - LINY cracks me up - <hr /></blockquote>TAKE IT BACK!!!

TAKE IT BACK!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey all you idiots!!!

How do I join Idiotville???

Might not have time to do it today, but wanted to get instructions.

Thanks!

Onlywords

To Dealen-de,

Thanks for the Christmas card! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Your son is a cutie, and he sure does look like he means business! That was a unique card...never saw one like that before, and I love it.

Thanks again <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Onlywords

Hey OW!!!

Welcome to Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

List 3 non-A related idiotic things you have done.

And get a job!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hello Mayor!

I can think of two idiotic things right now....will post when I come up with the third. You're gonna love them.

Do I make up my own job?

See you later!

OW

Hi, onlywords -

Welcome to Idiotville. We are all idiots here. You are going to fit right in with all of us.

Some jobs that are taken: Mayor, attorney general, Street Superintendent or something like that, math teacher, school superintendent, sniper for SWAT team, and others. We need a new bartender, our last one left, and it's a very important job. However, due to the short tenure of the last one, you will have to show us you can stick around. Or, you can make up your own job. Whaddaya think?

Not many people hang around here on the weekend, but I drop in a couple of times a day, at least. (I guess everyone else has a life of some kind) Have patience - it really picks up around here on Monday mornings!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

By the way, for the general population of I'ville - IB (after not speaking for a week) came in last night and asked if I wanted to go into town for some dinner. I thought he meant with my S and some friends, but it turned out he meant just us. Friendly conversation, somewhat tentative, but we did talk some about everyday things, and he was pleasant to me. We went home and both fell asleep in the living room - don't know what the deal was, but it was welcome. Every now and then I get a little glimmer of hope. Pathetic, isn't it? This a.m. not quite as cold as before. up and down and up and down and....

Trying to get my courage up to go Christmas shopping today. Need to do some shopping rather badly - tree looks naked with no packages under it. Must remedy that today. I hate traffic, crowds, etc. But I have to do it sometime - today's as good as any time, I guess. Well, I'll check back in this afternoon (she said, waving goodbye and killing the thread with sniper rifle ....)

Welcome OW,

Read some of your thread. Sorry for what you and RH are going through. I too am a FWS and also a BS. My H and I have been in recovery for about 3 weeks now since he discovered my A from over 7 years ago. Been very painful and difficult, but our MC is terrific and I have gotten some great coaching from this site.

Brown, don't think I have posted to you before but I think LINY is hysterical too! Sorry Mayor can't help encouraging him. Need the laugh ya know.

RIF, hope you are now safely on that plane and headed state side.

Morning to everyone else in Iville.

Kimmy if you are out there you have mail.

Had a scare yesterday with my FWH going to the ER for what he thought was a small heart attack. Fortunately he is fine, but now will need a stress test etc.

TT, haven't posted to you before. Just saying "hi".

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 don't know what the deal was, but it was welcome. <hr /></blockquote>Hey, it's something!

Who knows what it means, but I hope for your sake it's a good sign!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Should I forward you my Christmas list? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Starz,

Just read your post. Hope it keeps going in the right direction for you.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
Brown, don't think I have posted to you before but I think LINY is hysterical too! <hr /></blockquote>BUT HE'S NOT FUNNY!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

WELL LOOK AT ALL THE ACTIVITY!!

there I go and have anice little bath & sleep and the place just gets busy!!

Well I'm awake now and thought you need some fun courtesy of my 6 yr old niece ........

What do Alexander the Great and Kermit the Frog have in common?
Their middle name

What weighs 2,000 pounds and pinches?
An elephant wearing a tight tuxedo!

What's the easiest way to put a giraffe in a fridge?
By opening the door and putting it in.

hehehe

WELL LOOK AT ALL THE ACTIVITY!!

there I go and have a nice little bath & sleep and the place just gets busy!!

Well I'm awake now and thought you need some fun courtesy of my 6 yr old niece ........

What do Alexander the Great and Kermit the Frog have in common?
Their middle name

What weighs 2,000 pounds and pinches?
An elephant wearing a tight tuxedo!

What's the easiest way to put a giraffe in a fridge?
By opening the door and putting it in.

hehehe

{{{Starz}}} It could be good ... I'm not going to say be patient b/c you have been. hang in there <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Ow - Welcome!!! Robby's the mayor! Get a job! Name 3 idiot things! (Come to think of it .. did I ever named 3 idiot things?!?!?! .... well, I'm sure that got fixed w/i the 1st 3 post on this thread <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> and I haven't done my job for like a month of Sundays - I'm over it!)

Robby - Why are they encouraging LINY???... isn't there some law or something???

Yes, LINY had a litlle episode with the G. I feel that he can beat this thing .... I think I was the trigger though (I didn't mean it really. I was only commuticating my thoughts ... well, that's what I get for thinking)

Oh is this a cheer coming on!?!?!

Rack 'em!
Rack'em!
Put 'em in the dirt!
Sack 'em!
Sack 'em!
Really make 'em ...laugh!

Brown

Hi, everyone. Can I come play, PPPPLLLLEEEEAAAASSSSE!!!! (Me,seriously begging for some drama relief!)

I am already known as an I'Viller (of my own making) and I know a job that I fill that is not already being done! AND I have waaaayyy more than 3 idiotic non-A things that I have done!

PLEASE?

Hey FA-A!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Please list 3 non-A idiot things you have done & GET A JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Robby - Why are they encouraging LINY???... isn't there some law or something???

Yes, LINY had a litlle episode with the G. I feel that he can beat this thing .... I think I was the trigger though (I didn't mean it really. I was only commuticating my thoughts ... well, that's what I get for thinking)

<hr /></blockquote>If there isn't a law there will be soon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What kind of G does Liny do? If you don't mind me asking... If you mind it's too late, I asked!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> The only thing I can recall him talking about was scratch offs? Like lottery? Is that gambling? Or is there more? And what did you do to trigger it?

Secret microphones picked up this interesting exchange at the Liny house!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Listen ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Welcome to Idiotville!!
I am the Mayor!!
Please list 3 non-A idiot things you have done & GET A JOB!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Just like my Dad Robby nag nag nag hehehhe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Get a haircut and get a real job
Clean your act up and dont be a slob
Get it together like your big brother Bob
Why dont you, get a haircut and get a real job

I even tried that nine to five scene
I told myself that it was all a bad dream
I found a band with some good songs to play
Now I party all night and sleep all day
I met this guy, he was my number one fan
He took me home to meet his mommy and dad
They took one look at me and said, "Oh my god!
Get a haircut and get a real job!"

all togther now......

Get a haircut and get a real job
Clean your act up and dont be a slob
Get it together like your big brother Bob
Why dont you, get a haircut and get a real job

LMAO hehehehehe

Yup it's the Scratch-off's

I think I triggered it b/c I said I was considering doing some ... out of desparation over the $$$ for christmas and the boys noy helping out (financially) ... I said I wouldn't but I could understand why he does do it. Well, in that few minutes he thought about it and then called me to transfer $ to our joint account for the payment for his unit's christmas party ... I stupidly transfered it. He called me later and sid what he did with the $. I felt as bad as him ... I'm suppoosed to protect him too ya know.
We'll get through it. Not too long ago, he wouldn't have owed up to it until I found out and LB'd his silly A$$. It's getting better ... but still need the prayers you know.

B

Ok, I've been busy doing some research on complusive gambling. Pretty scary stuff! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I pulled these Q's from the GA website:

1. Did you ever lose time from work or school due to gambling?
2. Has gambling ever made your home life unhappy?
3. Did gambling affect your reputation?
4. Have you ever felt remorse after gambling?
5. Did you ever gamble to get money with which to pay debts or otherwise solve financial difficulties?
6. Did gambling cause a decrease in your ambition or efficiency?
7. After losing did you feel you must return as soon as possible and win back your losses?
8. After a win did you have a strong urge to return and win more?
9. Did you often gamble until your last dollar was gone?
10. Did you ever borrow to finance your gambling?
11. Have you ever sold anything to finance gambling?
12. Were you reluctant to use "gambling money" for normal expenditures?
13. Did gambling make you careless of the welfare of yourself or your family?
14. Did you ever gamble longer than you had planned?
15. Have you ever gambled to escape worry or trouble?
16. Have you ever committed, or considered committing, an illegal act to finance gambling?
17. Did gambling cause you to have difficulty in sleeping?
18. Do arguments, disappointments or frustrations create within you an urge to gamble?
19. Did you ever have an urge to celebrate any good fortune by a few hours of gambling?
20. Have you ever considered self destruction or suicide as a result of your gambling?

Most compulsive gamblers will answer yes to at least seven of these questions.

You don't need to answer the questions. I just don't know a lot about it and I'm trying to educate myself.

More stuff:

Warning Signs
Where to Get Help Outreach Programs

Warning Signs of Compulsive Gambling
For Help with Problem Gambling call 1-800-589-9966

Loss of control over amounts bet.
Loss of control over frequency of wagering.
Inability to meet financial obligations due to gambling.
Mood swings at home, work or with friends when gambling fortunes away.
Preoccupation with gambling during work or social events.
Feelings of guilt or shame because of gambling.
Inability to stop gambling.
Compulsive gambling is a progressive behavior disorder in which an individual has an uncontrollable preoccupation with gambling. The gambling reaches a point where it compromises, disrupts, destroys the gambler's personal life, family relations and job. If you think that you have a gambling problem, then you probably do.

A person can become a problem gambler whether he or she is gambling on bingo or casino games, stocks or sports, real estate or the lottery, horse racing or dice, dog racing or cards, even pool or video games.

If gambling is a problem for you or for someone you know, there is hope and help.

Lots of things I didn't know.

Prayers are, as always, a given! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

HeellOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.........Idiotville! (There was a "weatherman" on WWOR (ch9) her in NY that was so damn annoying/high strung and always started his segment that way...no clue of where he went to. GC--any clue who I'm talking about?!?!

{{tt}} How are you doing?

{{onwo}} Welcome! JMHO--sounds like you and RH *DO* have a lot of hope and promise. You are communicating--keep it up--it's so important! (I asked earlier, and I guess I really should be asking RH, but, why did he request to close the thread?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Secret microphones picked up this interesting exchange at the Liny house!!

Listen !
<hr /></blockquote>Your microphone wasn't working Robby! (And brown answered your question: scratch-offs. It's the obsessive/compulsive thingy--ya know? Instant gratification? It wasn't "alot", but it was done and I lied to brown about it. Felt like a piece of [censored] afterwards. Wouldn't have happened like that 3-4 months ago. Wouldn't have really cared. I'm gonna beat this thing. I need as many thoughts/prayers as I can get!)

And, I am funny, damnit! (Just not yesterday!--'cept the library thing--that was pretty funny! Wasn't trying to be though. My goodness--I was all over the place yesterday.)

I HATE STRESS!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

fagain--(gotta think of anew way of abbreviating your name! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )--welcome--get a job (you too onwo) and tell us three idiot things--then you can stay!!!!

Brown cooking brunch!! Yum yum!

Won't be long today--lots to do!

YAY! A real job. I have read about 300 pages of htis time. And this town is very messy! All those drinks and snacks. I think that you need a chief cook and bottle/dishwasher. I volunteer. Well, almost volunteer. My work for Crantinis, Thai Lovers (that's a drink!) or broken down golf carts (a shooter)

And I sing, too! Well, when you hear the sound of glass breaking, that is me singing at the top of my lungs. Very off key but lovin' it. BE scared, very scared. ANd I dance like a fool. To everything. All the time. Country, blues, ballroom, hip hop. Yah, I know, I am old but what the heck, eh?

So my 3 non-A related I'ville things?

1. WHen I first started back to work after my youngest DD was born, I was sooo tired that everything I did was on automatic. One day, I was at the bank with my eldest DD in the car. WHen I got back to the car, I looked in the back and baby DD and SS weren't there! I freaked out and opened the door in a panic looking for her on the floor as her car seat was empty. Thinking she had slid out of it and was unconcious or worse on the floor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Or thinking I had left the house without them. My eldest DD was looking at me like I was crazy. She said "what are your DOING??" I said where is DD? I can't find her. AAAHHHH! SHe said MOM, she is at daycare, we just dropped her and SS off." OMG, I didn't remeber anything! My family still razzes me about that one.

2. H and I had been doing a LOT of renovations. SInce we were new in the area and of course ran out of some supplies, we had to run out of here to go get them. after an hour or so, of trying to find this darn carpet place, we finally found it. When I jumped out, I looked down and I had my slippers and socks on. Not too bad, you say? Well, the socks were thick woolen work socks, UNMATCHED and different colours and my slippers? OMG they are bright, flourescent blue VELVET with sparkles and a big heel. I had to walk around the warehouse with those things on my feet with H laughing his face off and the salesman trying not to stare at my feet. THat is not to mention my pants. Old ones that were way too big and about 2 inches too short. RED in colour!

3. And the last. Okay, this happened a LONG time ago. (I was single) I was at a club, wearing a hot looking wrap around skirt with really sexy looking stiletto heels. At the end of the night, I went to pick up my purse on the floor. Now, my goal was to pick it up in a ladylike, graceful way without showing the world what I had on underneath. (Not much). BUT because the shoes were so high, I had to lean back to keep from falling on my face. Well, I overbalanced and fell on my a$$. So, there I am on the edge of the dance floor, with everyone walking around me leaving the club. ANd I am trying to figure out how to get up without the skirt opening to my waist. I sat there for a couple of minutes until my GF came over and asked what the heck I was doing? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> When I explained and after she stopped laughing hysterically she went and got some friends (male) of ours to come over. One on each arm, GF holding my skirt shut, and 2 behind pushing me up like a flagpole. You know starting at my shoulders and as I got vertical walking their hands down my back down to my butt at the end.

Okay does that qualify me? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

((((((((((((((((((((LINY&BROWN))))))))))))))))))))

LINY is being honorable and telling the truth. Yeah! Now when he gets that higher power thing going, he will beat it.

FF- I read about your husband going to the ER yesterday, and meant to post. Glad it turned out to be a scare. Sorry he has to do the stress-test, but a checkup is a good thing. Hopefully it is just stress. You both are in my prayers.

onlywords - Welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the mayor. I read your other post. On this thread we work on recovery and support, with lots of stupidity. RH is well loved here. Hope you didn't mind him announcing to the world your time of month. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

But don't worry - the announcement only went out to the continental USA, England, South Africa, Canada, China, Afghanistan, New Zealand, and Australia.

Fighting - Welcome to Idiotville, Robby is the mayor,(although there may be a coup being plotted). Starz is on the rooftop somewhere in her sniper outfit defending us all.

Get a job.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 And, I am funny, damnit! <hr /></blockquote>Not so much!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You don't need to answer the questions. I just don't know a lot about it and I'm trying to educate myself.<hr /></blockquote>Robby, thanks for the input--and I know you said it was for your own research...those 20 questions are in the GA "handbook".
The way I see it: G is just another escape mechanism: like alcoholism, or drugs, or sex addict, whatever. Regardless if there is a genetic connection or not (which I believe there is, but not enough research has been done) it is an ESCAPE from REALITY. When I have enough time under my belt in sobriety and all else is settled in our lives, I would like to do that research.

Thanks for the support robby! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Get a haircut and get a real job
Clean your act up and dont be a slob
Get it together like your big brother Bob
Why dont you, get a haircut and get a real job

I even tried that nine to five scene
I told myself that it was all a bad dream
I found a band with some good songs to play
Now I party all night and sleep all day
I met this guy, he was my number one fan
He took me home to meet his mommy and dad
They took one look at me and said, "Oh my god!
Get a haircut and get a real job!"

all togther now......

Get a haircut and get a real job
Clean your act up and dont be a slob
Get it together like your big brother Bob
Why dont you, get a haircut and get a real job

<hr /></blockquote>Gee AW, I think you sent that for Brown and Liny's S's. LOL good timing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

FA-A, ROLFLMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Those are some funny idiot moments. Welcome to Iville. I am the 411 answer lady who has the wrong answer to any question you may have. I can also sub as the short order cook as most of my idiot moments are in the kitchen. Would you like a tip on how to decorate your ceiling with spaghetti sauce?

LINY and Brown, I think it is amazing the way you handled this slip up.

LINY - F-AGAIN???? IS THAT ANYWAY TO GREET A NEW CITIZEN????????

Welcome F-AGAIN. Those were some pretty Idiotic things you did - you'll be quite comfortable.

Spider-Slayer is our chief cook and exterminator, but she has been slacking off lately.

Can we fire her Mayor?

What we really need is a bartender and a shrink. Maybe one person could hold both jobs.

Robby - Thanks alot of the GA thing. I now find out that I might be a compulsive gambler, on top of everything else! Great. Why don't you go check out the NA site? or AA? or SA? I might qualify there too.

Hey fighting welcome

chief cook & bottle/dishwasher Mmmmmm??

have I got a job fo you!!! hehehhe just drop in ANY time and I can have the ironing waiting and the washing, the cleaning...well just about everything!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm sending a air ticket right now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

FA-A you're in!!

LMAO !

#2 was my fav! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey FF. Decorating with food? No, thank you I wrote the book.

Would you like to know how to make burnt toast on each and every toaster in the entire world. Even if it is set to the lightest setting? And, the added bonus is, you get to smell burnt plastic as the knobs melt off. I put it down to my "electric" personality. Can't wear a watch either. THey stop working in a couple of days.

faa--you're in....now get to work!!!!
(Sorry---stepping on the mayor's toes!)

FF--thanks--thanks--we need ALL the support we can get for this thing--it's so difficult. I don't want to get into ALL the details, but: They (scratch-offs) are EVERYWHERE; it's not illegal; you can DO them anywhere; the general public doesn't have the same understanding of G as other things; etc. Yeah, we handled it pretty good afterwrds. But that's th3e key: AFTERWRADS. I shouldn't have let it happen to begin with. I'm not gonna beat up myself after the fact like i did so many times, but, just stating a fact. And all of this G stuff? Ultimately, besides some horrible choices on my part, I believe, was the underlying reason for my EA. Yes, other factors, but O/C definitely has to do with all of it.

OK, now I'm all over the place. Brunch by brown is ready, so I'll see you all later!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />LINY - F-AGAIN???? IS THAT ANYWAY TO GREET A NEW CITIZEN????????

Welcome F-AGAIN.<hr /></blockquote>Now THAT was funny, believer!!! (And thanks--your simple, to the point kind words(sometimes kick0in0the0ass) have really helped over these months!!!

Robby, your links just ain't working for me today!

OK, food getting cold--gotta eat!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
Robby, your links just ain't working for me today!
<hr /></blockquote>They've been wav files. Do you have a player?

Where did everyone go? Yikes, I took some time to do some housework (I knew that was a mistake), and the whole town evacuated.

oops I fell asleep & dosed for a little while & had better get to bed ,, its 3.15am here & dd will dob me in to big sister....lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

another lecture <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Night believer and all the idjits

Night, night, AW, sweet dreams of you and Aussie, your family and little Aussie.

Morning Idiots - it's morning here anyway.

Liny, you told us and you told brown - you see we are holding you accountable and it's working. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

H and I went out to dinner last night - just the two of us and had a relationship talk. First one in about 3 months. I don't know how it came up but it just did. Ended with both of us getting a bit weepy. We realise that this will never go away but we'll live with it.

When we got home we *ahem* as Bob says and it was LOVELY. So, the moral of the story is we've still got a bit of a way to go but, no matter what, we'll get there.

Legal edit to add: Welcome to all the new Idiots - the more Idiots the merrier. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Another edit to add: I particularly like this one as my new screen name.
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Idonthaveastickyouknowwhereasopposedtowhatlinyoncesaidandiwillneverforgivehimforthat
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

[ December 11, 2004, 02:21 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> KY - Are you back or are you LINY????
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Should I be angry? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />
Or sad? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Have I really lost my funny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Am I really that comparable to Liny? OH, brown please tell me you meant something else. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Liny, sucks that you G, great that you told Brown, maybe next time, call her before and tell her your intentions to gamble, I bet she can talk you out of it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown, I find you to be adorable. You might only have 1 eye and a horn, (I'll never know) but I will still find you adorable.

Jen I have serious MB talk, I think I will email you. Realityville sure has its ups an downs. 8 months since dday, I know 2 years for a full recovery. I'm so afraid of the next year to come. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Good thing I'm not back and didn't just get heavy on our jolly thread, huh?

Okay, I have indigestion, darn dill pickle at lunch. I'm now drinking a coke, and I had a 2 1/2 hour nap today, which means I will not be sleeping tonight. I never drink caffeine.

I can't believe anybody would ever complain about this thread. It is so full of support and love, something I'm so proud to be apart of, except that I'm here because I had an A, that part sucks, oh, you know what I mean.

Liny & Brown, if I was 18 and could smoke the herb all day, and do nothing at my parents expense, I think I would.
If you got em smoke em!!

Time to get back to my world, the world I have created.

Have a great weekend. jelly

Grumble Grumble - (walking around dusting and cleaning and gathering crusty glasses) And scraping spaghetti off the ceiling. EEEWWW!

Okay, how long do I have to clean up after y'all before someone offers me a drink? THis is thristy work AND I work waayyy better when I am 3 sheets to the wind. Uh Huh, Ya, right. My story and I am sticking to it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-again - Yep, lots of work around here. And the bartender is still missing. This sucks.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

Have I really lost my funny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Good thing I'm not back and didn't just get heavy on our jolly thread, huh?

<hr /></blockquote>1. NO, but every day you stay away you run the risk!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

2. YOU'RE BACK!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi, everybody - WE'RE GROWING!!

Mister Mayor, it might be time to establish some city ordinances as our growth must be handled in a tidy way.

Went shopping this a.m. - got to mall (40 miles away) and IB calls and says my mom wants to go shopping. My mom never asks for anything - ever - so I leave the mall and drive home and spent the afternoon taking my 86 year old mother Christmas shopping. I am sure God will remember this and do something nice for me -- like doing away with Curly? ARE YOU LISTENING, GOD??????

I'm not sure he's listening all the time. I talk to him all the time, but it's like an echo - all I get is my own voice. Hmmm.

Interesting development here -- IB has started opening my mail (which he NEVER did before. My Mastercard bill last week and when I got home today he had opened a statement from MB from Steve Harley about counseling appointment. Stating the charges, etc. I have no idea what his reaction will be. It's not that I'm trying to hide it, but I was kind of keeping quiet about it, because he scorns counseling of any kind. I wonder if it will have any effect on him, or if he and Curly are right now laughing at me on their "secret" cell phones that I don't know about. Probably laughing their ***es off and calling me their usual names. When he comes home, I'll see if he mentions it. (I'll post the result later.)

oK, i NEED A DRINK TOO....

dRINKS ON THE HOUSE!!!

sMOKE 'EM IF YOU GOT 'EM!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

wHO WANTS WHAT? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Beer here. But please don't take RIF's beers.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr /> KY - Are you back or are you LINY????
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Should I be angry? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />
Or sad? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Have I really lost my funny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Am I really that comparable to Liny? OH, brown please tell me you meant something else. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Liny, sucks that you G, great that you told Brown, maybe next time, call her before and tell her your intentions to gamble, I bet she can talk you out of it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown, I find you to be adorable. You might only have 1 eye and a horn, (I'll never know) but I will still find you adorable. <hr /></blockquote>KY - I meant the "I'm leaving" "I won't be posting for a while" "It's been so nice to know ya" and then you keep posting (I'm not complaining b/c I do really miss your spunk). So don't be mad <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> . You have not lost you "funny"!!!!

And yes, I am adorable ... you might find out soon. My friend got pix from the wedding and there is a really nice one of LINY and Me (so I'm told).

KiwiJ. - LINY said WTH? w/ the screen??? You go away for a few and don't know how to post.

Welcome F-again robby's the mayor. I loved your idiotness!!!

robby - How about those stats and questions on the GA thing? It's pretty scary! And when you think about how closely it compares to being an alcoholic or drug addict OMG. i know how tough this is on my LINY. (I admire his courage to face this .... I don't care how long he took to get here ..... I'm just glad he's getting there!)

Well, the strange men that were working on the front stup are gone and I think we're off to Wal-mart

TTFN

[ December 11, 2004, 04:58 PM: Message edited by: brown ]

Hey freaks. Long time no post.

DipiT!!! Hi!!! I've missed you. Still rehearsing Christmas music???

Okay, No bartender. Okay, I volunteer......
The Mayor. Your town, right? Aren't I good at delegating.

So who's up for a drink or 10? Make mine a double slushy apricot margarita. Robby's paying. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Hold the straw. Heck hold everything but the Tequila!

Margarita, frozen WITH salt oh, and in a frosted mug.

Starz, Great choice. Wish I had thought of a mug! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
In one of my favourite - well used to be watering holes. they have the fishbowl size. Yup they are real fishbowls and you get to keep them.

Hey, Mr Mayor, NOW I see why there was almost a coup. And I just joined this outfit.

PPSSST what should we do now? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Go on strike or just charge all the drinks and food to Mr Mayor. He could probably write them off, anyway.

It's in the city charter - free drinks for everyone and it comes out of the Mayor's budget!!

But we all tip the bartender. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And scraping spaghetti off the ceiling. EEEWWW!
<hr /></blockquote>oh, you found my recipe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I will second Starz request, with extra salt please. Does booze cure a cold? On second thought hold the tequila, I am going to a church function tonight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> We have a Christmas party and one of those goofy, white elephant gift exchanges where you can "steal" the gift from someone. Great example for our little children to see the adults stealing from each? LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> It really is a lot of fun though.

Hi DipiT, I am pretty new here. Glad to meet you, have a drink on Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Oh and I heard there are chips and salsa for everyone too!

Wow, getting crowded in here...Mayor is it time to widen the roads? Where is the road crew when ya need 'em?

I'm not sure, but it seems that the Mayor has taken the evening off. The deputy mayor, Jelly, is not around either. Does this leave the bartender or the sniper in charge of the city? Pro tem, you know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, I'm here, but don't tell Robby, he'll think I'm back. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I want a raspberry Rita please, and keep them coming, chips and salsa too, and I just made oreo truffles, I'll share.

I just did an idiotic thing!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I colored my hair. I used dark brown, instead of light brown. My hair is now jet black. The hooker standing on MI Ave. with high heel black boots and the leopard print mini skirt on the box should have told me so. DARN IT!!!

I'm going to have to color it again. Can you guys say FRIED!!!! I was trying to cheer myself up.

I made truffles, thought I'd paint my nails, I thought I would color my hair. You know what that means, yup, now I need to eat all 60 truffles.

Hooker on MI ave? So THAT's where Robby is tonight! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Do you know I have never colored my hair in my life? Always wanted to frost my hair but my parents would have had a fit. Now I have no hair, so it doesn't really matter. Never experiment with wig colors, either. (Well, I did buy a curly one with highlights this summer. Tried it on once... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Me love you long time!!

I look so cheap, and trashy. Can't say I'm feeling any better either.

Cheer me Starz, make me smile. Please.

You have never colored your hair. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I love when people change their hair color often. If I wore wigs, I would have a new one everyday. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'll probably need wigs after I color this mess a second time. Darn it, man I'm an idiot.

Drinks are ready!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Anybody else?

Jelly will be having a bunch, I'm sure! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sounds like she needs beer goggles to make her hair look good!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

there isn't enough beer on the earth to drink me pretty tonight, but I'll have another, since you offered.

I better switch to my Silver Bullet, keep em coming, I drink fast.

How 'bout a beer and a shot?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Is there any room for one more here? I tend to have alot of free time lately.......

Someone once told me to put mayonnaise all over my hair, wrap a plastic bag tightly over my hair, and apply heat. But that was for a bad perm. Come to think of it, I've never had a GOOD perm. The mayonnaise didn't work, either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> That was 25 years ago, and all my hair broke off about 1/2 inch from my head on the top. TALK about a bad perm!!!

Be thankful - at least you have some hair. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YooHOO, I'm ready for another.

I actually just popped a top of a cold one.

What a beautiful sound.

Robby the Reindeer is on.

Starz, your not doing so good with the cheering me up thing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Another beer and another shot?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

LTHW - There is always room for another idiot.

Welcome to Idiotville.

Robby is the mayor.

You have to tell us three idiotic things you have done (not A related) and you will have to get a job. We just found a new bartender, so we are celebrating that. Jelly just ruined her hair, and Robby is out walking the streets.

Hardway, <blockquote>quote:<hr />Is there any room for one more BEER? <hr /></blockquote>Yup, I'll take one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome, Robby is the mayor, blah blah blah

I'm the Queen I hold all the power, it is my thread. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> OH, but technically, I'm not here anymore. I have moved on, but I have a snag with that.

You are more than welcome. Feel free to share anything. We are a great support group, and all a bunch of idiots. HIC, parden me, Hic

OOOOOh OOH, I'm the town drunk, and I don't drink, but tonight I'm going to live up to my name. HiK,

Robby, noe moRe Pleze

No shots for meeeee.

Starz, okay, I'm thankful. I have hair, it is jet black like a hooker, but I'm thankful.

HardWay, welcome, Robby is the mayor, did I all ready, Hic, say that? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Sweet sounds like Ill fit right in....Id like to apply for the "executive 3rd class stunt double coordinators coalition for 2nd class stunt doubles" position.

Dont think Ive done anything idiotic, maybe driving 70 down a hilly dirt road hanging off the sunroof of a car, what a ride!

WHew, Jelly, Hi. I'm almost a virgin here. HEHEHE. Well, new here, anyway.

I am sorry to hear about your hair. I soo feel for you. Did it 2 weeks ago myself. I had to post a thread on it because it was part of the take-a-chance-and-try-something-new me. Whoops. My hair is ORANGE! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Won't do that again. Living with it now because my hair is easily damaged. But, I must say some of the replies to my thread had done some pretty outrageous stuff, too. Well, Except for TTSi. He though maybe we should stick candles on my head and pretend I was a pumpkin. Hardy har har har. I am still laughing.

That's why I am drinking apricot Margaritas, they complement my new hair colour. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Fish bowl size, please. ANd keep em coming. Hey barkeep? WHere are you. ANd who is it again? The service is pretty slow. (Me banging on the table with Starz ginat frosty mug!)

By the way, nice ta meet ya all, Ill buy the next round, and Ill take a michelob ultra, watchin my figure ya know <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hic, make mine a double.

Brown, sometimes Liny is very obtuse. I meant my new sign in name. He gave me lots of new options to use.

Oh heck, make mine a treble and then F-Again you'd better get round quickly and pick up all these glasses.

Believer, can we start singing again.

"Show me the way to go home... (hic)
I'm tired and I want to go to bed (hic)
I had a little drink about an hour ago (hic)
and it's gone right to my head."

Altogether now, everybody sing.

Show me the way to go home....

Hardway, I was just going to recommend you doing security. I just read some of your journal. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Welcome, Robby is the mayor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FaAgain, Thir round is on me.

Security sounds good to me, howd you get that from my journal? Funny cuz I have thought about that lately lol

Jen, HIC, how the heck are you. I love you man, HIc.

Show me the way home......

Thir round? WHOOPSH <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Okay, I am picking up all the glasses. But that's it! I am now switching to plastic.

Don't shink I thould have another. Yippee!

You said you stole a bunch of cars. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I thought the job would be perfect for you.

lol Good one, did I get a drink yet?

sorry F-again, I all ready got you one, drink it. It's okay, I'll drive you................. Wow, just fell down, home.

One more pleze.

Hardway, My H, Shivering Timbers, ST, just came in with a Michelob ultra. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, I need another. HIC!!!! Where did Fraggles go anyway. Did we scare her off too? Gosh we are idiots.

I've got a new pic to put on the board. My son showed me how to airbrush it using Photoshop so I took all the wrinkles off my neck, gave myself lovely white teeth and nice plump collagen lips (nyah nyah Liny - so I don't look tight lipped any more).

Now I don't know how to post it just into Idiotville.

Jell, e-mail me anytime - I'm on the computer for a while, drinking with the rest of you but meant to be ironing.

Jen

Another round?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

starz, I thought we were bonding over Rita's??? Did you ditch me?

Jen, I will soon. Thanks.

Hardway, I had a rough childhood too. I have learned how to be a parent and a human by not being the kind of mother and woman my mom was, mixed blessing I guess.

Sounds like you are learning from it. BTW, I do not appreciate at all that you are younger than I, although I always claim to be 29.

Funny, the computer keys are getting slipper. I normal type about 130 a min, but now I'm spending most of that on back spacing. I think my beer is faulty. I'm calling Mr. Cold filtered.

Wow, I walk away for a few minutes and come back to a town full of drunks! Hey barkeep where is my extra salty margarita??

Welcome Hardway, security is a mighty important job. Can you bounce some of these drunks out of here? Oh..and pssst, lets talk about the coup...shhhh don't tell the mayor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> Oh never mind, Jelly is BACK and she is QUEEN. She outranks Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Y'all need a short order cook to fill your tummies with sumthin other than beer...how about egg on your face. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I helped myself, thanks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Faith, intelligently said, <blockquote>quote:<hr />Jelly is BACK and she is QUEEN. She outranks Robby. <hr /></blockquote>Faith, I think you and I are going to be great friends. Oh, but I'm really not back, just backsliding, is that one word? I just can't tell.

I'lllll have another please.

Seriously getting hard to type. Maybe it is my computer, it acts up often, but never the keyboard.

I'll take an egg. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hey guys...wait up. I need to catch up. Top Shelf Tequila, straight up please.

You know it is bad when I am willing to chug a lug tequila.

Here goes...bottoms up!!!

KY- How YOU doing (see, one CAN drink you pretty).

Oh, dipit, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> Your right, it is going to take tequila at this point.

How are you???? I'm great at the moment. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, but I need another.

Looks like I drank you all under the table. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How about this, my Christmas presents are right on the bed beside me. My family knows what a snoop I am, although they taunt me this way.

Must be strong, must be strong.

I'll have another please. Anybody, anybody, hey you cricket, Coors light please, in a can, and pass the pretzels.

Jelly, now dancing on top of the table she drank you all under.

You shook me all night long.... Yeah you, you shook me all night long!!!!!!!!

Hello, I'm BACK, where is everybody??? J/K <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, you are lurking, I'm crushed. Post for the love of chocolate. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

How's this for irony, I'm listening to the Styx, The best of Times.

I was such an idiot.

5 post in a row, or maybe this is 6 I lost count. This has to be some kind of a record.

What do I win. It better be something salty.

I can't believe you guys are making me drink alone. WHERE ARE ALL THE IDIOTS???

Aha, Jelly, now you're over the partying and settling into "drinker's remorse" - sitting at the table with the party hat askew on your head while the janitor sweeps around you.

Don't beat yourself up.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
Jen

My hat is crooked, oh sh1t. Fix it for me will you Jen. I must keep my hair covered.

ST, is beside me playing Sonic, how pathetic are we. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hat all straightened - now I'll call you a cab and you can go sleep it off.

Gee, are we all Idiots or what?

Don't answer that.

You don't have aol do you? If you did we could chat.

Jen

No, but doesn't MB have a woman's chat room?

Ummm. I think it's where BW's go and vent.

Now I've probably made you feel worse. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

Nope you didn't, because I don't know what a BW is. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, I get it, betrayed wife???? Yeah, I'm guessing we shouldn't go there.

Edited because my filter is a bit slow tonight, and I decided this should be filtered after posting. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 11, 2004, 08:38 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Betrayed wife.

Anyhoo, looks like only you and I are here. We could talk here but I sometimes forget Idiotville isn't a private place. I always get the feeling that what we say is sort of removed from the rest of the board.

And of course it isn't - as we know when the mods step in.

Hey I am still popping in and out until my H gets home. Sorry you are feeling down Jelly. Had a few days like that recently myself. RIF really helped me through them, miss that guy already. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Mods, who the heck are they? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I always forget this is a public forum.

We can always edit, there isn't any rules about that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi FF, you said hi to me about 20 pages ago and I never replied then but I'm saying hi now a bit belatedly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

FF, welcome back to the party.

Gosh, did I make this a pity party. Sorry if I did.

And, yeah, Jelly, you're right - I've never seen any rules about edits.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (just for Robby) - and they're not licks they're little poky out tongues.

be popping in and out tonight, just one of those nights, wish I had a real beer about now, hey, now that im a single man again, I need to have a stock of beer in the fridge right? Hmmmmm....

Okay, I'll take one more, to wash the Tylenol down. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I need to have a stock of beer in the fridge right? Hmmmmm....

<hr /></blockquote>And a blow up doll. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Your not single till the papers are filed.

Hee hee Jelly, you got your funny back.

I just checked on recent visitors. Talk about not private!! There have been 10 lurkers and 4 named lurkers. 2 of the unnamed lurkers are you and me - I can't imagine who the others are.

LTHW, your old name didn't take up nearly as much space. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Papers? what papers? oh, the D papers, no worries there, we did the commonlaw M for the last 7 years, speaking of which, she still wont bring back my ring <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

gardenbunny, feel free to post. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Okay fellow Idiots, I think it is time for me to turn in/pass out.

Rod Stewart, Sometimes When we Touch, is playing, great song, but aren't all his songs great.

I bet RIF is on his way home. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen, dare we guess it might be Celly??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I just checked too, therefore the call out for Gardenbunny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm guessing Celly still lurks, he cared way too much for us not to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Blow up doll lol, hmmmmm.........anyway lol, no papers to file, we did the commonlaw thing for the last 7 years, so I am technically single already!, but you couldnt tell by the way someone I know is always asking me questions about whos here, or if I have somebody.

My old name didnt reflect how i felt anymore, Im so bummed lol, cant even have fun <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> *sigh*

What would she want with the ring, she can't still wear it, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Poor old Celly - I wonder how he's getting on.

Well, Jell, if you're passing out I guess I'd better get on with the ironing.

See all you Idiots later - including the lurkers.

Jen

Whew! Gee, I'm out building new roads for all this growth and I come back and find the place drunk. Ok, pass me a Coors. Thanks.

KY: you like changing hair colors? You'll love mine, first to gray and then to bald. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

LINY: I closed the thread because I felt stupid in how I handled the situation. Plus, the thread was "for me" and I got what I needed out of it and sometimes it seems that onlywords "gets sucked in" to posting when she doesn't want to. I think she was online half the day yesterday. Then that puts her in a bad mood (which I can't stand), so it accomplished what I was looking for and then I closed it. Now some people ask in the thread for it to be closed and its days or several hours until it is, I just sent an email to the moderators and they took care of it. (I'm not looking for Jelly's record. hehehe - the thread with the most responses.)

Starz, you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> up and down, up and down, up and down <hr /></blockquote>I'm surprised no one else called you on that one, "ahem". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Well Cheers to you then HardWay for being single. Oh wait, I'm done. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Okay, I'm off to bed, I sure hope the bed isn't spinning like this room.

Have a good night ya all, now I'm going back to being not back.

Love and licks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Jelly

I meant she took my ring, at one point not long ago I set up a kind of table full of stuff that reminded me of our life, well, I used my ring for her ring to sit in like a cradle, well she took both rings with her thinking I didnt want mine, or so she says......anyway........hope my food....its here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

KY: I'M NOT LURKING. Just trying to get caught up reading wise. I don't read as fast as you and your satellite internet connection. We still run wires between cups out here in the Styx.

Evening HardWay, Robby's the mayor, Jelly's the Queen/Town Drunk. I think tonight was one of her better ______. I'll leave you to fill in the blank as I don't want her mad at me. She can get very _____ when she's ______. My title is Road Commissioner, and I work for the State, so I don't do anything. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sheesh! I leave for an hour and everyone is baling. No party left just a mess for me to clean up. Oh well, Point me to the bar. I can sing and drink while cleaning. LA LA LA. OOPS the sound of breaking glass. So sorry told you I can't sing well. Just loud <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Off to check to see if I got any advice on my newest thread. Back to reality.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Have a good night ya all, now I'm going back to being not back. <hr /></blockquote>Promises, promises!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

hi Steve

good to see you with us udder idjits <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well you know Robby's rules besides 3 idiot things..
Get a haircut and get a real job
Clean your act up and dont be a slob
Get it together like your big brother Bob
Why dont you, get a haircut and get a real job

hehhehe just forget the haircut & cleaning up unless its the bar or kitchen ..lol

Buncha lightweights!!

Everyone pass out?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Robby

no still here just surfin around as DD is doing housework for me..ain't she a saint!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Its after 12 in the afternoon here so you are up late again??
Not another 5 hour sleeper are you? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

5 hours!

R U kidding?

3 1/2!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

N/S reporting for duty, sir! RIF, sir RIF!
(I hope he's having a cold one at home by now!!!!!!!!!!)

Okay Idiots, the warden is here. What happened while I was gone? Everyone seems to be drunk. Oh yeah, Saturday night in Idiotville.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Dont think Ive done anything idiotic, maybe driving 70 down a hilly dirt road hanging off the sunroof of a car, what a ride!<hr /></blockquote>OK hard. Welcome. That was one. You owe us two more idiot things you've done. And get a job, or I'll sue your a$$ off!

.--just please don't be looking like Meg Ryan! (I like you just the way you are--ala fellow long islander, billy joel.)

{{{{{dip}}}}}} So, how long are you not here? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH--maybe your initial reaction wasn't good, but just the fact that the two of you were communicating about it...that was cool. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Well, i'm on my third mike's and we all know what a lightweight i am, and getting tired after kicking the [censored] out of the dvd player tonight...and gotta rest up for the jets game tommorrow--tough job siting in the recliner with more mike's. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

'nite all!

hey believer!!! im on myu way too--what are you up so late for and not doing anything on a sat night?!?!?

hey believer, since your the only one out in the streets tonight, let me throw this at ya.

As you know, very hesitant in wandering out of the village. but, brown and i were talking and something struck me that would be a good topic starter: Is it harder to take someone's advice or learn the hard way?

It's not so easy of an answer once you start thinkgin about it. Whatya think?

LINY - Just got back from another party at the yacht club. Only this time I managed not to have a ONS. (Believer pats herself on the back)

Hey robby! Stop lurking and post, will ya? Or did ya pass out on your keyboard?!?!?

LINY - That is a great question, and easy for me to answer. It would be better to take advice, but I've always done things the hard way. Just my own issue.

Ah...see...I carefully chose my words...not "better" per se, "harder."

too much thinking fo rme right now...i know you're in between parties and been real tough few days and had a few...think im gonna follow robby's lead and get a close up of the letters on the keyboard! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Night night LINY, sweet dreams.

'nite believer!!!

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mimosas and strawberries on the house!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's evening here in Hong Kong. Went to Ikea (furniture store) today and bumped into Anyname. What a small world! It's my birthday today and it has been a lovely day. Had tea in bed from the girls. My youngest let me have the chocolate from her advent calendar <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> . Went shopping and had a yummy turkey roast at Ikea. Got a new mobile phone from WH. He came over and worked so hard doing odd jobs for me (moved house recently). Our Xmas tree got delivered and we decorated it. It looks fab.

WH left in the pm a bit teary eyed. We are big Xmas fans and this will be a hard time for all of us. He's a nice man my WH but possibly the worst in the world for discussing feelings etc. When we were under one roof, I couldn't get him to shift his [censored] off the settee, now he can't do enough for me. I think reality is setting in. We have a lovely home without him. I didn't feel upset when he left. Just sorry for him. His loss. I will not play at marriage again while he continues contact with OW.

Incidentally idiots, I posted on page 183 only last night and you have galloped ahead. I am seriously concerned about the amount of time you lot are spending at your computers. What about your jobs in Idiotville. I think you might all get fired! TT

morning idiots!!!

what a party last night huh? i was sleeping and missed it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> but i needed my beauty sleep.

ky - sorry you're having a tough time - keep laughing your way through it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

welcome LTHW - robby's the mayor. security job sounds good - sometimes us idiots need a little protecting (from ourselves mostly). you owe us 2 more idiot things. you'll fit in fine.

i'll pop in again later (like any of you really care <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> !!)

GOOD MORNING! Well, I see that doing my new job is a necessity. What a mess. All these passed out posters. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It makes it hard to clean around them, you know!

MOrning Mr Mayor. What is a Mimosa? Heard of it but it has never crossed my lips.

Morning all, well evening to all as its 12.30pm here In Perth WA. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Warm night about 86 very muggy ..no thats not people running around hitting people over the head and lifting a wallet lol.... means its humid, moist tropical, that sort of thing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

still waiting for the phone call to pick up Aussie, wonder if it will come sometimes. Well no use moping, hurry and wait usual Army BS.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ok, another idiot thing.....I tried with everything I had to believe my W when she left last time that she didnt sleep with the man, does that count?

HI Steve

NO, 'AFFAIR' idiocy is not counted, thats just accepted as normal, sorry!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Has to be NON A related , like me putting the shopping away and placing the tinds and dry goods in the fridge and the meat and milk & things in the cupboard ...lol very confused PG person <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jus keep thunkin of them thar sillies you did.... gram ma stu dent <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hullo idiots !

A quick note to say that our 'virtual' Christmas day yesterday was absolutely LOVELY but ended up at midnight with a very public row between Squid and I <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> .

Her nephew ducked out of paying the taxi driver that took him home, so the taxi driver came back to my house to ask where he lived etc.Squid dives in, denying, defending the undefendable. Fibbing to the taxi driver that we didn;t know where he lived.

We rowed, she unjustifiably defending a shabby act by a shabby relative. She thinks genes cover up every sin.

We went to bed very unhappy but then...truly a miracle...got up this morning and we discussed how we felt. How we hurt, cried a little and all day we've been recovering from it. As hurt, regretful FRIENDS.

In the past this would have been 2 weeks of dreadful sulking silence to punish me.

Lord, we really are getting the hang of doing conflict lovingly....

KY I am so sad UR sad. I like black hooker hair ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

More later

[ December 12, 2004, 11:44 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Anyone from upstate NY

Where are all the idiots? Off sleeping off their hangovers I guess.

Can you help me explain this?

I am stil on an emotional rollercoaster. WH is now EX-WH, and yet, I find myself still on emotional rollercoasters. Feeling numb, then angry, then sad, than indifferent, then angry, then happy, blah blah blah.

not only that, but, I also basically think I am the most selfish person on the planet earth. I want people all over to give to me, and apparently, am only interested in getting, not so much in the giving (this is all being said in the emotional context). Perhaps it was because I gave for so D@MN long without any HINT of reciprocation from WH, but, I want people in my life right now to hop skippy try and meet my emotional needs, despite what I have done or am doing for them.

Certainly not the person I want to be.

So, I wonder, is it the rollercoaster of the A, or, in all reality, am I someone who has accustomed myself to a lot of drama.

Oh...FORGET IT!

Is it too soon for more shots? Anyone? Hello?

Bueller?

DipiT- welcome back!

All the other idiots are watching football, I think.

I think yours would be a natural reaction after following Plan A for a long time, and ending in D. (Is that right?) Your needs haven't been met in a long time, but you spent months giving and giving and giving. I would think it is normal to want someone to give to you for a change.

I feel that way, too. Would make it way too easy to fall for someone new too too fast, wouldn't it?

TT - How did you know it was Anyname? We have IKEA here too. Love that place.

RIF - You here yet?

Upper NY, let's see - I think LINY and Brown are in NY, but don't know if it is upper.

DipiT - I am getting burned out just like you. Getting to look at some of my friends even, and don't contact the ones that always want something.

Don't know if this is a private party - you all seem very "familiar" with each other. I'm a visitor here but do have more idiot moments than I am really comfortable with. Does being a BS burn brain cells? This week, we were late for school. FWH and I had pulled yet another all nighter - talk, talk, SF, talk etc..... so I was fuzzy (6:30n am) So we're late. We are walking out the door - me and 14 yr old D, and she says "Oops - I forgot my biology!" She runs upstairs, I yell "I'll bring the car around. I go get in the freezing car, pull out of the garage and come around front, thinking about all that needs to happen today. I was about a mile away when I realized I was alone in the car. Drove right by the front door and my D and got half way to school. She watched me go, ran upstairs and woke up her F and they called me laughing. I had just turned around and was laughing too by then. Sigh...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the Mayor.

That's a great idiocy moment. Now you need two more NOT related to the A.

We are not a private party. Any idiot can join. However, most of the idiots leave on the weekend and come back on Monday.

After two more idiotic statements, you need to find a job. We just got a new bartender and that's why everyone is gone - hangovers.

You can pretty much pick your own job - nothing pays but the tips are great! I am the town sniper. I singlehandedly aborted a coup attempt last week. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly is the Queen. Just ask her.
We have an attorney general who smokes.
I don't know - it's all so confusing and I have a headache!

Hi Believer, I knew because when we discovered we both lived in the same town we met up. It was really nice - had a 3 hour Starbucks session! Yesterday was a chance meeting in a very busy place. It was good because it made us decide to meet again. See if we've made any progress! She was with WH yesterday and I felt a bit embarrassed cos he knows that I know what she knows etc etc!

Must get the kids off to school. CU later. TT

Hey Lilybelle!!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Two more idiotic things you have done...

AND GET A JOB!!

We may need at least two more bartenders!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LB - Welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the mayor, and we need two hear 2 more silly things you have done. Then you have to get a job.

We have a mayor, a warden (me), a sniper, a combination cook/pest control person, an engineer, attorney general, information person, a loose lady who used to be the town drunk, not sure after last night, a party organizer, a teacher, and school board director, and I think we have a bartender/shrink. Also a streets and roads person, a sportscaster and several people that are going to try out new jobs.

Did I miss anyone?

TT - How fun to meet a real person. I thought everyone here was just pretend. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yes Believer, flesh and blood. And Anyname is not her real name either! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> - Does that mean your real name isn't tummytuck? I kinda like that. Next you will be telling me that the mayor's name isn't Robby.

Brown - Are you around?

knowing there was no way i was going to catch up on all the past post, i started with the last page. LB, that was the funniest story!!!

i have not yet posted my 3 idiotic things but the idiots here don't know how to keep me out, or they have forgotten, not sure.

hi to everyone else.

Had a super duper witty reply for you and then lost my login AGAIN. Drives me nuts. I'm going back to Ikea for another roast turkey lunch. So cheap and tasty too! I'm off work today for Xmas shopping. So bye bye idiots for now. TT

Bye TT -

F- again. Okay, fess up. List your things.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />We have a mayor, a warden (me), a sniper, a combination cook/pest control person, an engineer, attorney general, information person, a loose lady who used to be the town drunk, not sure after last night, a party organizer, a teacher, and school board director, and I think we have a bartender/shrink. Also a streets and roads person, a sportscaster and several people that are going to try out new jobs.

Did I miss anyone?
<hr /></blockquote>LOL!!!!
Yes, BTW, you missed our cheerleader.

Welcome lily...thanks for fessing up FL...now we will hold you to it.

Hey MS...saw your question on your other thread...we're on long island--wuite a bit a ways. Actually went to RIT for a year. Close cousin of mine lives/works UR. Red Carpet--best wings in the world! (funny how i remember the most trivial things.)

bad start to the day. dont really want to talk about it, but, we got through it, I think.

Have a great week everyone. And, I'm really not back, unlike some idiots! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good evening drunkenville errr...I mean Iville!

Sorry had to run out last night Jelly and Jen. H came home and we had to go to our church Christmas party. Jelly, I hope you are feeling better. Had a bit of a heated debate with my H today. So much silliness for a few minutes about who did what to whom and which was worse. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> So stupid and our MC warned us not to go there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Anyway, I think we got past it ok. I don't know tho, some days I think there is just too much muck to wade through in our M and we haven't even dealt with the OC biz yet.

Welcome Lilly...now get a job! I am part time short order cook and 411 info lady. Today I forgot to cover the chili in the mircowave, so now I have a microwave to match my kitchen ceiling <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Robby, never did get my extra salty margarita! I am still waiting.

Any word on RIF yet?? Still praying for you and Aussie, RIF.

Have a good evening all. (or morning for those on the night shift)

So, I join yesterday. Spent a LOT of time cleaning up after the boozing oh ahh oops I mean genteel sipping. And don't forget the spghetti on the ceiling! And I am trying to get a job? I thought I had one. Harumph!

And I had a few teensy drinks (well big frosted mugs) but did not pass out like some other I'ville residents.

I guess I had better get a different job, eh? I would hate to be unappreciated. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey, I could be the judge. Or the Policeman, or a lawyer. NAw, take that last one back. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Well, wait a minute this is I'ville what was I thinking. I want to be the lawyer. But, I have to PAY you, if I lose your case. Now that makes sense. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good morning Idiots!!! Onlywords here with three qualifying idiotic things I have done:

1. After I gave birth to my third child, I asked the Doctor "Is she mine?" I was trying to be funny, and he gave me the strangest look...

2. I am notorious for putting water on the stove to boil for tea and forgetting about it, and one time left the house, went grocery shopping, and came back to find my teapot had boiled dry.

3. Last but not least....I once spent several hours sucking water out of a wet basement...with a turkey baster.....I was so proud of myself for being such a martyr, then RH asked me, "Why didn't you just use the wet/dry vac?" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And I want to be the town Psycho-logist. I have a BS in that field. You decide what BS stands for...
And to go along with that, I am skilled in basket-weaving....the two go together, as the old joke goes.

Am I in???????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Onlywords

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OW, you're in! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

morning idiotville, seems as though the town is really growing.

Hi Onlywords. for the record, I don't like it when your name gets changed to OW!!! and it sure seems like you are NOT only words. in fact, i think you should change your name to Not Only Words, then we would have NOW.

Morning Mayor.

Morning Idiotville!

OW: I had forgot about that comment about "is she mine?" That was funny, but then that doctor only thought it was funny if he said it. (That's the one thing I didn't like about him.)

FL: You should have seen her original sign on name. I won't tell you what it was, but she can tell you if she wants. (Even I told her, you may want to change that before you post.)

ok, i'll bite... onlywords... what was your first sign in name??? will that make idiot thing #4 for you??

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Robby, never did get my extra salty margarita! I am still waiting. <hr /></blockquote>It was waiting for you on the bar! Not my fault if one of the other idiots grabbed it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Want another? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 What is a Mimosa? Heard of it but it has never crossed my lips. <hr /></blockquote>3 parts champagne, chilled.
1 part orange juice.

Yummy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FL,

OK...I'll tell you....it was... Jezebel.

I wasn't being too nice to myself. And I really like your idea of changing my name to "Not Only Words"....yeah, I'm gonna do it....a new start, starting NOW.

Idiot thing # 5.(Jezebel was #4).....how do I do that?

P.S.
Good morning sweet husband! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yummy !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Fighting-Alone-Again,

We have one of those in our yards.....Mimosa is also a tree. Unfortunately it doesn't taste the same as the other....too bad, huh? Drinks that grow on trees might be fun!

OW....soon-to-be- NOW

Get a Job NOW!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

The psycho-logist is in....All advice, 5 cents.

Next, please.

I'm sorry, your time is up for today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NOW-

I keep having a dream about a shaved monkey chasing me around with a butcher knife.

What does that mean?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good Morning I'ville. Good Morning NOW! OMG a Mimosa Tree. Give me three. 2 for the front o fmy house and one in the back so the neightbours don't see me sneaking out there to get a drink off the tree! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mr Mayor, I am sure you have some great links. But, I never see or hear them. I have QTime. I have a honkin' PC. Maybe it is my firewall, or my router. Yes, I know belt and suspenders. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey are you one of those MAC people? Tell it ain't so! EEEWWW!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I do know one person with a MAC. A very good friend. And I still love him - despite this obvious failing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Robby,

What do YOU think it means?

NOW

FightingAlone.....
they grow best in back yards. And you have to fertilize them with three parts champagne/one part orange juice.

NOW

Robby,

That dream means you have a fear of becoming bald.

NOW

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Mr Mayor, I am sure you have some great links. But, I never see or hear them. I have QTime. I have a honkin' PC. Maybe it is my firewall, or my router. Yes, I know belt and suspenders. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey are you one of those MAC people? Tell it ain't so! EEEWWW!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I do know one person with a MAC. A very good friend. And I still love him - despite this obvious failing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Here's the raw link:

http://www.thesoundarchive.com/ace/one/yummy.wav

cut & paste.

If it doesn't work it's your pc. If it does, it's your pc.

I don't have a mac, yet!!

Want one badly. Superior hardware and software. End of discussion. Don't argue, your idiot will show!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NotOnlyWords:
 Robby,

That dream means you have a fear of becoming bald.

NOW <hr /></blockquote>NOW-

I've been bald for the past 3 years. Shaved my head. Loved it! Low maintenance, no "product" in my hair.

Started growing it again about 4 months ago. Will probably need a hairdryer soon!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby,

Oh, so you have "caveman syndrome"????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NotOnlyWords:
 Robby,

Oh, so you have "caveman syndrome"????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>WTF??

<blockquote>quote:<hr />And, I'm really not back, unlike some idiots! <hr /></blockquote>Liny, did you just call me an Idiot??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Faith, thanks for the salty Rita, I thought you bought it for me, that put me under.

Lily, great idiot story. LOL

NOW, another W funnier than her man. I love it!!!

ST said yesterday he was thinking maybe he should leave for awhile. What do you all think that means? He won't, I will tie him to the bed, again, if I have to. But he said it all the same, he never talks like that. I'm failing him, I'm such an idiot.

HEY ROBBY HEY GANG!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Guess who I have to go pick up tonight??

YES YES YES <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

might be VERY occuppied for a day or so and maybe more vacant than usual ,,,but thats your problem...........lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

(Of course not REALLY sure how things will go so if anyones got a spare room for a while let me know.......... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> )

'Robby has caveman syndrome' hehehheheheh LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW- <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{ST&Jelly}}}}}

The above hugs are nontransferable. And may not be taken separately.

{{{{{ST&Jelly}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Guess who I have to go pick up tonight??
<hr /></blockquote>Who? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I give up! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hope it's Aussie!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Congratulations, AW!! Hope your next few days are wonderful!!

Robby - I confess - I drank the margarita you left on the bar. It was really good! Yum.

Welcome, NOW - great to have you here with the rest of us idiots.

Well, now, I had an interesting evening last night. IB finally decided it was time to "talk". I'll post on another thread.
See you.

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> NOW, another W funnier than her man. I love it!!! <hr /></blockquote>I knew you would say that. But that's ok, because I'm funnier looking and you can't lose that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What did ST mean he was leaving? Did he mean this site or you? Hopefully, he meant not hanging out here and not the latter. {{{{{Jelly and ST}}}}}

RH

[ December 13, 2004, 08:38 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Well, Mr Mayor. I must apologize profusely. I found the problem. It wasn't the PC. It was a defective user. My speakers were unplugged. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Off to clean up with head bowed, muttering check the cables, first, check the cables first. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Well, Mr Mayor. I must apologize profusely. I found the problem. It wasn't the PC. It was a defective user. My speakers were unplugged. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Off to clean up with head bowed, muttering check the cables, first, check the cables first. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Wow!!

It's only Monday and we already have a winner for "Idiot of the Week"!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I found the problem. It wasn't the PC. It was a defective user. My speakers were unplugged.

<hr /></blockquote>another idiot unplugged <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW--hopefully you are on your way to pick up Aussie but woohoo!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Prayers for you that he is thrilled about little Aussie.

Morning I'ville. Hows everyone?? Gotta run now that I checked in. Morning Mayor.

Jelly-- <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> sorry things aren't going well. You and ST are in my prayers too.

The truth is very free-ing RH. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Me. He was thinking of leaving me.

This is such a struggle. We have never struggled before, it was so much easier when I was just keeping my mouth shut. I really think I felt less pain then. Less dignifying, less honest, but less pain.

Neither of us want to go back, but I have created such a painful place for us, it is hard to move forward.

I'm off to find my funny, so I don't drag you all down. I'm sure it is in the shape of a ball, and is chocolate covered. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well I'm off to "work"! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Be back soon!!

Jelly, you're in charge!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Idiot of the week. I like that. Must be that's why you are Mayor, you have all the good ideas.

Jelly/ST, you two, my dear, need patience. Hang in there. This time of year is stressful enough. And I'm sure ST knows that it's best for the boys for the two of you to stay together. It's never easy, but you'll get through it. Keep praying!

Jelly - Tell ST that he should NOT go, that you love him and need him too much.

Morning Idiots.

AW - That is great news. I have a spare room if LINY and Brown's boys don't show up. But Thank God he is on his way home. Don't worry about anything else.

NOW - Good to see you here. Welcome. So you never ended your story - Was she yours?

{{{idiots}}}

now--oh, so much better than ow--i had to call you onwo cause im lazy and wanted to abbrev. good to see you and rh posting! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

ky--yes, i called you an idiot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> well, aren't you?!?!? and that was one idiot to another, so i'm allowed to! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I know what you are feeling--well, some of it right now, at least. brown had a trigger yesterday. (Said i wasn't gonna talk about it, but...)
i wanna say, "How long are we going to live with this?" the answer is always. it will always be there. but it's how the two of us--the two of you--how we deal with it. what brought this on by st? yesterday was such a blur to me. i just want it all to end so we can move forward. but it ain't that easy. i'm ready--but in my eyes the ea wasn't the biggest thing for me/us. but in brown's eyes, this is so hard for her to work through. i am just trying to answer everything she throws at me (literally.) being honest. supportive. loving. comforting. there, emotionally. discussing things. you know? stuff i hadn't done before. ah, i'm just babbling. yeah, i hate these r talks and triggers--but it's something i brought on and i have to live with and work through *with* brown.

{{ky&st}}

in my best RIF voice: You guys are going to make it! You guys will be ok! (Hope he's doing OK!!!)

lots to do around the house...email me if ya want--i'll actually be reading my email today!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I'm going to have to color it again. Can you guys say FRIED!!!! <hr /></blockquote>Aussie 3 min. Miracle. I use it about 3-4 times a week. I don't think my hair looks ultra-treated, even tho I've been blonding it up since '89 or so.

Oh, and wash it a few times before you decide to color again. When you go dark, if you've previously been a lighter color, the cuticle of the hair is open (the hair cuticle is layered, like scales). It never really closes once it's been opened, so will release color slowly.

- Kimmy, who once upon a time was going to be a hair dresser

KY its against teh laws of idiotville for you and ST to have troubles. You guys are the official recovery poster children and you're not allowed to fall out, right ?

{{{{{{{{{KY & ST }}}}}}}}}}}}}

That leaving for a while thing is bullpoo. Talking fixes stuff, not seeing eac other fixes f'k all.

Like the song says :

"We found love,
So don't fight it
Life is a rollercoaster
Just gotta ride it
I need you,
So stop hiding
Our love is a mystery
Girl, let's get inside it "

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

All blessings.

[ December 13, 2004, 09:15 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />NOW - Good to see you here. Welcome. So you never ended your story - Was she yours?<hr /></blockquote>See? my funniness is contagious!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW--great news!!!!

Bob!!!!! Happy belated early Christams, mate!

Sorry--well, actually, no i'm not--glad to hear what happened the other day. Sorry that it happened, but result sounded good, eh?

de...getting a lot more pepper this last year....should i leave it or try to de-gray?

er, i mean salt...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly, you're in charge!! <hr /></blockquote>At what point wasn't I??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny, did you see RH's W is funnier than him too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks for the support you guys. It is a very scary thought him leaving, which he won't do, I don't think. What would we tell the kids? Where would he go, what would we tell the family? My daycare families too? I just can't imagine life without him. I'm sure he wouldn't go, but for him to be that unhappy with me to want to breaks my heart.

LINY - How does Brown like your hair?

NOW - We need a psychologist soooooooo bad, and the basket weaving adds a nice touch.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> See? my funniness is contagious!!! <hr /></blockquote>WHATEVER!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

NOW, do you have a script pad???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love and adore the most amazing woman in the world: brown!!!
I'm sorry for the pain I have caused and am doing everything to help heal this and move forward.
I know there will be setbacks with our recovery--but I will consider them like building a muscle, only to become that much stronger.
I am working on me. And with that comes the realization that there is no doubt that I want to live and dream and work and hurt and love with the one person on this earth that feels the same--that feels that we can accomplish ANYTHING--TOGETHER.
And it's more than just a dream--it's a realization that has shown through at times and that can be a consistent reality.

I realized yesterday that I was approaching 1K--and wanted it to be significant. These are just words, but we have been putting actions behind them....And what better place to have this post? Where it is safe to express anything that's on your mind...where you will get friendly advice, not 2x4's...and all of the support that's necessary...a good time to take a breather, and maybe if I'm "on", a funny or two! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thanks idiots! And thanks, brown. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob!!!!! Happy belated early Christams, mate!

Sorry--well, actually, no i'm not--glad to hear what happened the other day. Sorry that it happened, but result sounded good, eh?

Thanks LINY !!. It was all good really. Rowing is what functional married couples do right ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

What has amazed me is hpow quickly and intelligently we got over it. Went to a concert with Squid last night ( Wet Wet Wet - a Scottish bland pop band she loves) as lovers and just went to a Thai lunch as lovers anf friends. I SWEAR she would have sulked for three weeks previously ovr that. Its a huge leap.

I'm actually a bit sad today. We made sleepy love this morning and for the first time in ages I thought of OM. All part of the recovery rollercoaster ride though. We went for a Thai lunch today which was lovely so all friends again.

U asked a while back what I thought when my dad threatened to beat me up and again what I thought when he did.

Well, firstly I though " go ahead old man, I am an open side flanker for a rugby team, do your worst haha" while also feeling pretty sh1tty for making my mild and loving dad even consider it.

After he duffed me up I was really surprised how hard he hit me - done with real passion and I thought how UTTERLY I deserved it. I apologised unreservedly for making my Dad have to resort to out of character behaviour after months of reasoning failed on me.

We never had a spiteful cross word again. Best Friends till he died twelve years later.

no guarantees but Itell you as an 18 YO who thought I ruled the world a good kicking was all I could relate to as an intervention.Not advice regarding your lazy [censored] sons, just an example matey. Eat that elephant any way you need to.

I am SO full of Thai foo now, I wanna lie down but I have work to do !!!

Take care and love that gorgeous woman of yours <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Do not rule it out.

God we've run out of time!! the place is an bloody mess.

Tried running around getting it all clean with DD but .. oh damn it!!

Crikey I'm so nervous.. ****! OMG did I type that out aloud ?// <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

deep breaths and stop puking....

ok ..here I go, damn dress , ,,, DD just took the keys off me .. gotta go guys wish me luck.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

In her own words, believer, she thinks it is "sexy." You're right with your implication/insinuation--I should just leave it. It's just another sign I'm getting older!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Thanks for the support you guys. It is a very scary thought him leaving, which he won't do, I don't think. What would we tell the kids? Where would he go, what would we tell the family? My daycare families too? I just can't imagine life without him. I'm sure he wouldn't go, but for him to be that unhappy with me to want to breaks my heart.<hr /></blockquote>OK, some "friendly advice" if i could--well, can't stop me anyhow! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
Forget the what would's and what if's--why did st say this? You dont need to answer this to us, but aparently to st you do. you guys can do this!!! Or is he just mad that the jets lost yesterday?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

KY I have been so unhappy with Squid that I want to leave. but I didn't. And I won't. See thats what people who love their spouses do. We talk about how we feel with examples but we don;t do it. And time changes everything as you once told me, and now I am telling you again.

You are far too precious for ST to let you go and he knows that.
And only you who made him cry can dry his eyes again.

You can love him out of his sadness. Because thats what adoring spouses do too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

{{{{{{{KY & ST }}}}}}}

Good luck, AW. Tell Aussie Idiotville thanks him for his service. Also the regular folks in the USA.

Bob, that was beautiful what you said to ky--and, definitely not trying to be funny. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />...done with real passion and I thought how UTTERLY I deserved it. I apologised unreservedly for making my Dad have to resort to out of character behaviour after months of reasoning failed on me.<hr /></blockquote>I don't know if I'm "man" enough to do that. It *would* be painful. Not physically. Trying one more thing to get them out of their funk. Also, it's not their words that are biting--it's their non-actions. I would have to gaod them into saying words to me/brown--then it would be like a pre-meditated [censored]-kicking, which I don't think would be good either.
*sigh*

Thanks Liny, how'd you know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Or is he just mad that the jets lost yesterday?!?!?
<hr /></blockquote>If he got mad every time his team lost, Lions,we would all be hurting.

EN's, that is the problem. I'm not meeting his EN's.

LINY, Believer,

Is she mine? Well, I think so, because one day she was walking up the driveway and I thought it was me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby,

Caveman syndrome means you're very hairy and you have a fear of being scalped by a shaved monkey carrying a butcher knife. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Today's advice: (this is a freebie)

Over, under, over, under.

Have fun,

NOW

<blockquote>quote:<hr />EN's, that is the problem. I'm not meeting his EN's.<hr /></blockquote>So..........? What are you going to do about that, girlfiend?!?!? {snapping finger from the left to the right}

LINY, My Dad didn;t provoke me. It was a premedited punishment beating. Almost angerless.

He put on loose clothes, collected his fiber hamme rhandle from the garage , came into my room and started hitting me.

Thouhgt it was a joke for a few minutes till I realised he was putting his full force into every blow. And he loved me so much he would have cut his own heart out for me. I was just such a jerk....and nothing else worked.
Like I said not advice just an example.

* KY I have no more to say to you other that you have helped so many others through the situation you find yourself in just take your own advice.
{{{{KY}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Over, under, over, under.<hr /></blockquote>RH....any input/explanation from you?!?!?

NOW - Bwaaahaaahaaa! You really fit in here. Talk about an idiot!

Jelly - More info, what EN's?

Good luck AW! And wishing you the best.

Dang you guys are tough.

Bob what advice, eat chocolate? I can do that.

EN's, loving him, being resonsive to his love, enjoying him.

I'm distant. I'm just not as loving as I once was, don't know why either. I can't put my finger on it.

He says he feels no love from me. He feels like he annoys me.

No, she's just being an idiot, now.

ummm, mebbe, some type of shaving reference? I have no clue, but isn't that always the case?

KY: Part of that (that part being annoyed) comes from some of the insecurities created by the A. Bob is right, you need to talk, preferably with the kids not around. I know last week I came home from a party, stuck my head in the living room (the W was there with 2 of the kids watching TV- Sponge Bob, That's so Raven, or something). I can't stand those two shows, so I went to the computer room (there's another TV there). And NOW thought I was ignoring her. The case was I didn't feel like being in the same room while SB was on. It can be tough. Hang in there, be there for him and try to talk. Eventually, it gets easier. It's just that some times its tough and you have to fight through those times, b/c you know the better times are just ahead. And if you quit now, you won't get there. (Remember all of BP's events? If he hadn't forged through he wouldn't be where he is now.)

Much love to both of you,
RH

Bob what advice, eat chocolate? I can do that.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />
Bob :" Squid is so miserable and distant while she withdraws. I don't what to do, KY other than love her and consistently love her so she never gets a chance to doubt my love for her"
KY :" Thats all you need to do Bob. Its what ST did for me. That constant deliberate love, always there is impossible to ignore or feel bad about. You and Squid will be just fine with you doing that {{{BOB}}}".

<hr /></blockquote>THAT advice. {{{{KY}}}}

And a thorntons rum truffle.

Calling Starz, I did it again. Three posts in a row. That means I killed the thread, right?

Anyway, you said you had another thread here today 'splaining IB. I don't see it yet. You're working on it right?

RH and LINY,

Over once, then under once.....or, if you prefer,
Over twice, under once, or even over once and under twice. Come on, don't play innocent with me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NOW

Hint: RH, I think you should come home early.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jelly -

That's not good enough. You are really sweet and loving here. Ask him for specific things he needs you to do.

This is so hard for FWS's. Everything they do gets filtered through past hurts. Yuck!

Jelly, I agree that ST needs to be more specific. Your feeling distant may be more to do with you not truly knowing what he needs from you. My H and I had a terrible day yesterday. Lots of triggers for me and he still is not wanting to be intimate with me. He sleeps on the couch 1/2 the time and we have not had SF since my dday. Been about 4 weeks now. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Half the time I feel like we will not make it that he is still deciding if he wants to stay.

Hang in there.

Hey NOW, just wanted to say I like the new name better. Hated the abbreviation OW.

You are almost as funny as LINY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jel- I'm here. I was going to go to JoAnns to get the stuff to make stockings for A and Nio (Christmas tradition - all our stockings are handmade), but I'll wait for you if you want.

Jelly, I was cleaning house and I saw something way under the couch, thought it was a dust bunny...but guess what! I found your funny!!! Sorry, didn't know it was yours 'til I saw your name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

?

Kimmy,

Are you feeling better today? Sorry I missed you the other day. Did you get my email? 4 posts is that a thread killer?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />RH and LINY,

Over once, then under once.....or, if you prefer,
Over twice, under once, or even over once and under twice. Come on, don't play innocent with me!<hr /></blockquote>LINY is very innocent--still no clue. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

KY-Bob's got your number hon!

{{{{ky&st}}}}

FF- You've got mail!

I'm so glad your dh is okay!

Mornin Y'all!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You are almost as funny as LINY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Thanks ff...someone around here appreciates real humour! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH...starting page 200 in Idiotville with a "?"--brilliant my friend!!! Idiotville's logo!

KY--you two *CAN* do this!!!!!!!!!!!

Lemon! Did you have a nice weekend? I've missed you so much!

Hey, YL!!!!

(so much for me doing stuff around the house today!)

Actually, just spoke with both sons separately--Bob, your dad's idea is becoming more of a reality becuase maybe this is the only way they will wake up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

de....is everything OK? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

LINY Mom and dad tried reason, reward, bribery...nothing. Then Dad said "if you behave like a mule I must treat you like a mule.

If you don;t start showing yourMom and I teh consideration we deserve you must leave else I will teach you a lesson in any way I must to make you understand. We love you very much, so much that we cannot allow you to abuse us and yourself.

Do * this * by * Then* or I will make punish you"

Me " hahaha, you and whose army?"

* that* date came and went. Dad came in my room and beat the **** out of me.

Horrible sitch but I deserved it.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:RH and LINY,

Over once, then under once.....or, if you prefer,
Over twice, under once, or even over once and under twice. Come on, don't play innocent with me!

LINY is very innocent--still no clue. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>me 2 still have no clue. me not no what you mean.

Hey, where's Jelly with my free gifts?

SSDD, LINY. I'm tired of it, and don't feel free to post it on the boards b/c of a couple of trollish things that've happened that made me feel ickier than I normally do. I posted my email addy to the idjits so I could share - 'cause you guys don't judge and shoot from the hip, so that's all that's going on.

Wow, such IDIOTS!!!!

OK, in basket-weaving, you go OVER one stake, then UNDER the next....alternating, taking turns, etc.

SOOOOOOO.....can you see any CONNECTION to SF in the over, under thing?

RH, I'm disappointed in you!

Well, I guess I'll have to weave a basket and make the base 2X4!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Maybe I'll even do it UNDERWATER. RH WOULD YOU CARE TO JOIN ME? DID I SAY IT LOUD ENOUGH?

Love you all....such idiots....

NOW

RH - It might be SF positions????????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

BELIEVER WINS THE PRIZE!!!!! That's one smart lady, I tell ya.

I thought cavemen would understand that one.

Time to shave.

NOW

WOW!!!! Basketweaving, over/under, underwater, 2x4's...gee NOW, all you need is a pair of handcuffs!

RH,

Could you pick up a few things for me over lunch?

1. Milk
2. Bread
3. Eggs
4. Handcuffs

Thanks honey,

NOW

RH,

One more thing....a sugardaddy, please.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

Now

De...I read about one of them...like I posted a while ago: no matter how you look at it, the guy has some huge issues and problems. Problem is, he shouldn't be at this site seeking help.

Anyway, surprise visit from Grandma! Gotta go, all!

Hey Idiots - who won the 3,000th post prize? I'm sooooooo bad with math.

NOW--You *are* funny (and apparently horny too! RH--I think you need to make a lunch date, friend!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> (and of course: <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Have a great day everyone!!!!

NOW - I figured out what you use the handcuffs for, but what do you do with the bread and eggs and milk? Pretty kinky. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Believer - French toast for after? Certainly sounds like they'll be working up an appetite.

When did we get a hot tub? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

RH,

When you got in it, that's when silly.

NOW

Looks like NOW has post 3000, gee and me with starting page 200, underwater and a hot tub, this family is really cleaning up.

(((groan)))

Actually, we do things the hard way here in the country....I'll have to wrastle down the chicken while RH milks the cow, then we'll make a sandwhich.

Congratulations NOW. You will be receiving a basket full of goodies from Idiotville soon. LINY, got those cuffs to include? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

COOL!!!!! I'll supply the basket...

RH, what will YOU supply?

Now

NOW - My best memories of good food were on my uncles ranch. We used to have Sunday supper, with a fresh chicken - tastes nothing like store bought chicken, baby potatoes, and things from the garden.

We had stew made from a steer he raised, and it tasted soooooooo much better than anything you can buy.

Hey NG, LINY!

(Do you mind the "NG"? I just can't get used to you having a real name, and the new one, well, it reminds me of H's x, so, really don't want to call you that either...oh shoot, just tell me if you don't want the NG, and I'll comply! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Congrats on staying accountable to someone, LINY - that's the way to beat any addiction - good job!

Brown - good job being understanding, supportive, but telling him no more, too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh, and good luck with the boys - I don't have any advice - mine is only 9yo, so I've not gotten to that issues yet...prayers that you'll do the right thing. (Oh, and one more - Bob had some good advice - I have an uncle that someone should've done that with - actually, my Grandma sortof did, hehehe - he came in stoned one night, and she told him to grow up and stop the stuff and he was gonna have to get a job, etc etc...well, he didn't like it too much and swung at her...thankfully, his motorskills weren't all there, and he missed, she walked to the closet, got a baseball bat, and "rang his bell" needless to say, he never swung at her again. I'd like to tell you it straightened him out, and now he's a model citizen, but I can't - it made my Grandmother feel so guilty, she has apologized for better than 15 years now, and has bailed him out of jail and too many other problems to mention. Tough love is a hard thing, but sometimes its a necessary thing - I've learned that while "kids" don't seem to appreciate it while it's happening, I haven't met one yet who as an adult didn't say "Thanks Mom/Dad for loving me enough to let me face the consequences of my actions" - When it's done in love, and with love, they'll know it wasn't out of anger, and they will respect you for it. {{Brown/Liny}}

RH - ok, 'nuf sluffing - get busy on them thare roads, our town is growing rather quickly, and I don't like all these bumps and the dust a flying!

NOW - WELCOME!! Been hoping you would join us...Oh, and I got the basket connection right away - shame on RH for not getting it...you know what they say - those who don't get it, don't GET it - for your sake, I hope he gets it soon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ST - Stay tough, guy! It's difficult, yes, but very rewarding - it's the easy road to leave, it's much more difficult to stay and fight for what you have. Unfortunately, A's change everything, and everybody. Things won't ever be the same, BUT, that's a GOOD thing - doesn't seem like it, but do you really want to go back to being that carefree idiot who didn't see what he had? Yah, me neither...it's tough to trust (specially when they are gone for days at a time, believe me, I know, least your sweetie is home for you)...I also know that, while going back to the "ignorant" days seems like the way to go, you have such an opportunity to make your relationship, your whole Marriage, so awesome and great - you know where the weakness is/was; you have good (MB) information to help you keep it from getting weak again...use it...use the information. Tell that woman of yours what ENs you have...THEN, help her to know how to fulfill them...sortof like "this" EN really means I want you to "that", and "the other" EN really means "this"...yes, we females can read a lot into something, but we need help/guidance sometimes too - we're not mind readers either, no matter what we make you believe. You have moved so far, and you've given so much, it's easy from here man, trust me on this - it really is - go back to my posts to Kimmy, around Thanksgiving about blind-trust - sometimes you've just gotta force yourself to not think about it, force yourself to say "This is not going to keep this hold on me, I refuse to let it control me, us" Then, give it to God - that's what He wants us to do - He doesn't expect us to carry our burdens alone...if He did, He wouldn't have allowed all of us Idiots to be here, helping each other!

KY - Hang in there hon, it's not an easy road, and unfortunately there's no real way to turn off those things that bug us - keep your chin up deary, he'll come around. Oh, and don't forget, men usually say action things but don't necessarily mean them - it's an attempt to make sure we're listening...least that's what my H does! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

One more thing - Kimmy's right...Aussie 3 Min Miracle - and, when my hair's feelin/lookin really overworked, I leave it in wrapped in a towel for like half an hour (Helps keep the heat in, which helps the conditioner work) then remove the towel, comb/brush/etc for a "wet" style, and leave it for a couple/few hours - however long I have until I HAVE to be presentable - then, you just rinse it out, no need to wash it again. (Tips from my hair stylist when I tried to darken mine last Christmas - I had green hair, just in time for all the parties!)

And, to lighten your hair without a lot of chemicals, Arm&Hammer baking soda - yup, it'll also help take out the color if you've just colored...to remove the bad color, use it immediately after coloring and realizing the bad result. To lighten a "too dark" color, or to help roots in between blonde coloring, it's AWESOME - you'll want to condition good afterwards, cause it can be drying, but works wonders. It's also great to help remove hairspray, or other styling products that may build up in your hair...'specially if you've gotten one of those "do's" from the stylist - you know, the one where they use half the can of hairspray, just on your bangs...wet your hair, and rub in some baking soda (or, if you're hair is dry/brittle, mix the baking soda with your shampoo or conditioner) rub it in your hair really well, then rinse, follow with shampoo, rinse, GOOD conditioning, rinse, and, badda bing badda bang!

OK, friendly hair tips from the LemonDash at no extra charge, thank you and good night!

OH, to the rest of Idiotville NewComers and OldTimers, hope y'all are having a good day.

(Starz - I'm off to find your update, it's done, right?)

~LemonDash

Quote for the day:
A day without sunshine is like....night!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 and maybe if I'm "on", a funny or two!
<hr /></blockquote>We won't hold our breath!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Brown, please get Liny away from the keyboard!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Great! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I start to post, and we're on page 200 - I FINALLY finish the post, cuz the phone won't stop ringing, and we're on page 202, and a third of post no longer even makes sense...

Welcome to Idiotville, City Commish at your service! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I've seen a lot of nasty, ugly, hurting comments made on this board but this has to be the worst ever!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 You are almost as funny as LINY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>NOW-

I want to apologize for FF. You're brand new here and certainly did not deserve this cruel, heartless, vicious attack!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey, where's Jelly with my free gifts? <hr /></blockquote>i think NOW has your gift <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

robby, lmao

Believer,

Rh raises steer and that's what we're used to now and it IS amazing how much different it tastes! We get our eggs from some Amish folk up the road, and they are much better-tasting, too....and the color is richer....more appealing! We used to have goats, but I have never eaten goat meat....but have had homemade ice cream from their milk and it is AWESOME! RH's family used to have a lamb roast every Memorial Day when his dad was still alive....I miss that...we've had one here and there over the past 12 years, and that's yummy. RH mixes up some barbeque sauce with a "secret ingerdient".....and the lamb is home-grown, too.
I'm a city girl, but I have come to love living in the country with so much space around me! Still not used to going so far for shopping, though.

Take care, idiots.....gotta go accomplish something significant today!

NOW

Robby, LINY, FF,

You all need to make an appointment. Soon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

NOW-

I have a serious dream pysch question for you...

Do you watch "The Sopranos"?

Did you see the Tony's dream episode?

Remember when he wanted to shoot his HS football coach but the gun broke, bullets crumbled?

What does that mean?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

NOW - Yep, I forgot the eggs. We had Easter chicks when my kids were young, that grew up and lived in the yard. When it was time for breakfast the kids would go look for eggs, and they were YUMMY.

Hey NOW,

I guess I better set up my appt before Robby kicks me out of I'ville. Hey Jelly where are ya when I need ya? ahem....I humbly apologize for insulting you..so let me say your ARE as funny as LINY. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 so let me say your ARE as funny as LINY. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>OMG!!

You should be ashamed of yourself FF!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny IS NOT funny!!!

You've gone WAY overboard here! Straighten up!!

AHHH!!! ROFLLMAO TCD (tears coming down)

Thanks guys/gals!!!!

ff--you're ok with me!!!!!

I guess if there is one consolation for brown and I working different shifts: she can't steal the keyboard away!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

YL, good to hear from you again! Thanks for the encouragement. Last week/this weekend has been real tough; this week will be tough at work. (Taking off next week, so, basically, three weeks into one. RRRRRGGGGGHHHHHH!) But, maybe it'll be good--keep my mind occupied from other things. I really don't mind the R talks--actually, like them now--gives us hope and goals and we're doing it together. It's the A talks that are getting tougher. I know brown has to work through it her own way, and I certainly have to keep her safe and secure, but, it came outta nowhere on Saturday. BUT, my doing--my fault--and I will only try--no, i will only make her feel safe again.

My sons? We'll see how the next few days go--there may be some light shining--at least from my older son. My younger one I think just doesn't give a rat's [censored] about anything but himself. I/brown will keep you all updated. (Myabe from jail, if it should come to that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Robby has anybody ever gotten kicked out of Idiotville. I'm thinking FF is pushing it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

LINY IS NOT FUNNY!!!!!!!!!!!!

I don't believe you guys. I was lurking yesterday evening and then came back this morning and there are pages and pages and pages to read.

Jelly, say it isn't so. I haven't checked my e-mail and I'm just out the door on the way to work so I'll have to check in later. You guys will be fine - just like we will be. Must be something in the air at the moment cos we had a talk the other night as well and that's when you find out that even though we never mention it any more - it's always there just below the surface bubbling away.

Hi to all you other wonderful Idiots. I made the mistake of posting outside here yesterday and killed it stone dead. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Gotta go but I'd love to stick around.

{{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}}} (leaning backwards as I hug).

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby has anybody ever gotten kicked out of Idiotville. I'm thinking FF is pushing it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

LINY IS NOT FUNNY!!!!!!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>There's always a first time!!

FF is on thin ice!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
{{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}}} (leaning backwards as I hug).

Jen <hr /></blockquote>WOW!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Makes your *eyes* look even BIGGER!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well, now, what if *I* think I'm funny, and FF obviously thinks I'm funny, and brown thinks I'm funny--(looking)--what then?!?!? Like:
How do you make a clown stop laughing?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Must be something in the air at the moment cos we had a talk the other night as well and that's when you find out that even though we never mention it any more - it's always there just below the surface bubbling away.<hr /></blockquote>.--I think you're right--in the past few dyas, I think *everyone* here has had one of these talks/episodes!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />(leaning backwards as I hug).<hr /></blockquote>Watch those hands, robby!!!!!!!!!

Liny, we have all voted before on this, it was unanimous, you are not funny, this is not Florida, no recount. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Could you pick up a few things for me over lunch?

1. Milk
2. Bread
3. Eggs
4. Handcuffs
<hr /></blockquote>Oh yeah, RH, she is much funnier than you. lmTao

RH, stop by here, I'll let you borrow our cuffs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Make sure you get the key from her, RH!

{{{starz}}} Just read your thread. Very far from an expert, and not a BS, but, sounds like a plan b to me. I know it would be tough, but--so are you, right?!?!?!? And if your feelings are right--that the a is coming to an end--this, I would think, would be the ideal time to do it. He needs to wake up and smell the coffee; needs to look up and see his starz! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
{{{starz}}}

LINY - How is the G thing doing after yesterday? Got the higher power thing going yet?

You mean Friday...and the *only* reason why I correct you is that it's three days ago, not 1! (Two more days of *not* G!)
But....Good! Thanks for asking!!!!

Gotta get goin'...apparently what brown and I thought would happen, has, just only 1 1/2 later. Looks like I'll have to bring the baby and do the "exchange" at work as noone is home to watch her. (OS had to go do "errnads." YS left about 1/2 hour ago--didn't stop in or anything.) Whatever.

Have a good day all.

{{{{f-again}}}}
Do what ya got to do to preserve you and protect your child. Maybe he'll get a hint. We'll be praying for ya!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />He needs to wake up and smell the coffee; needs to look up and see his starz! <hr /></blockquote>Nope, your not funny, but your very cute. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Off to read Starz thread.

No LINY - I mean after Brown's trigger yesterday. It seems when she triggers, then you get stressed and want to relieve it by G'ing.

Good point. Actually, no. *BUT* and it's something I have to keep a real close eye on it, is anger management now. Really never had a problem with it before--until recently. But I am aware of it--and I gotta get a hold of it before it get s out of control. (ie-I destroyed the dvd player saturday night--been crapping out lately, and, well, just tried to bang it "a little" to make it work again!)

Gotta get vready for work! Ahhhh!

Sorry, back to H%LL.

Ho Boy, Idiotville's a sad and troubled place this Christmas. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

All these good people trying earnestly to love and be loved in faith yet enduring undeserved heartbreak time and again.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

We got an I'ville pastor ? We could use an entreat prayer.

You sad and troubled folks just spend ONE SECOND thinking of our Friend RIF. He's holding his baby in one had and a cold beer in the other right now.

He and Mrs RIF walked this same troubled road as we do, but they finished the course.
We can do it.

Love each other, as yourselves Idiots.

{{{{{idiots}}}}}

You're a big ole mush-head, you know that Bob?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Love each other, as yourselves Idiots<hr /></blockquote>I think that is part of my problem. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I really need to change my internal dialogue. I am a good wife, I am a good wife.

I do miss RIF's encouraging words. Had a breakdown this morning, just couldn't handle the guilt today esp. after H again turned down SF last night. I called him and sobbed and apologized profusely! I did a pretty good job of squashing the guilt for so many years and now it is right in front of me and it is ugly!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
Is there something in the air or in the booze Robby is serving us? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I think that is part of my problem.

I know DEAR Ky....I know.... {{{ky}}}

Its time for you to stop picking up your broken self esteem from the pile of stuff that God's forgiven.
You ARE worthy of being loved. Your love IS of great worth to ST and others.

Leave that stuff with God already. He's arranged processing and everything...He can't help if you keep taking it back.

[ December 13, 2004, 04:00 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Actually it is normal to be regretful. But WS's feelings here go waaaayyyyyyy beyond regret. What is in the past is in the past. Get that? In the past. Done, done, done. Can't be changed.

The only thing to do is to move on from this day forward.

The streets are deserted... hhheeellooooo...I guess everyone is working and doing what they are supposed to be doing instead of lurking like me. I SHOULD be working, guess I will try that for a while.

You're a big ole mush-head, you know that Bob?

In so many ways Kimmy...in so many ways <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

hi FF, i am no where as good as RIF but I wanted you to know i understand.

tell your husband how you are feeling but don't make it sound like it is his fault. own your feelings, they are yours and due not only to external stimulus (like being turned down) but also due to who you are and your life experiences. you need to communicate to him but in a way that will not make him feel he needs to become defensive. it is not always easy to do, this past weekend i wrote H a short note, making it clear that my goal was to communicate to him. i also told him the same thing i just said to you, that i own my feelings, they are not caused by him. i am communicating them to him because he is my husband. at the time i was feeling rejected (SF issues as well), unworthy of his love as well as the start of some unappreciation of all i have done well during our relationship and finally the start of resentment.

i then told him how i reflected on my feelings and came up with what i needed in order to feel better and continue to give him the patience he needs from me. and what i came up with is to make his coffee, make the family the normal weekend big breakfast and then go to church (on my own if no one wanted to join me, which is what happened). irronically the sermon title was patience, don't panic. the 3rd advent candle was healing.

so determine your feelings, own your feelings, communicate your feelings, determine what you need (and make it things you can do for yourself if possible!), communicate what you need and your plan to get those needs filled and taaaa daaa, all is well.

so either i have given you helpful advice or a good laugh at how ridiculous that might of ended up sounding like!!!

(but it did work pretty well for me this past sunday.)

oh yeah, one more thing. remember YOU ARE NOT DEFINED BY YOUR PAST MISTAKES. accept God's forgiveness and forgive yourself.

DipiT-

I think Mschluter & Jelly could use your "down-to-earth Forgive Yourself" talk. The one you gave me a while back...

You know, you dumbed it down so I could understand? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF - Home yet?

AW - Is aussie home yet?

FL,

Thanks very much. Yes, you make sense and did it nearly as well as RIF himself. I do really well for several days and am really coming to understand a lot about myself and about being responsible for my own actions. But then BAM something happens and I lose it again. Yes, you are right I do own those feelings and he is not responsible for them, i guess the rejection just amplified my own hatred for past actions.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> oh yeah, one more thing. remember YOU ARE NOT DEFINED BY YOUR PAST MISTAKES. accept God's forgiveness and forgive yourself.

<hr /></blockquote>I am getting there. I am an idiot though and keep having to be reminded of it. Thanks for taking the time. I do appreciate it.

Reminder FWS's.

YOU ARE NOT DEFINED BY YOUR PAST MISTAKES. accept God's forgiveness and forgive yourself.

Icon 1 posted December 13, 2004 02:32 PM Profile for LINY Edit/Delete Post Reply With Quote Good point. Actually, no. *BUT* and it's something I have to keep a real close eye on it, is anger management now. Really never had a problem with it before--until recently. But I am aware of it--and I gotta get a hold of it before it get s out of control. (ie-I destroyed the dvd player saturday night--been crapping out lately, and, well, just tried to bang it "a little" to make it work again!)

Anger is all part of the process Liny, for a recovering adict as well as a recovering BS. But mostly I think it is a good thing. Before you would gamble to avoid these kinds of emotions, now you are experiencing them. Keep a lid on them, yes. But don't try to bury them with old behavioral patterns such as gambling, drinking (of course smoking will have to go everntually when you are really ready to find your back to "you") and affair behavior.

This is where a punching bag fits into recovery Liny.

[ December 13, 2004, 05:19 PM: Message edited by: weaver ]

YOU ARE NOT DEFINED BY YOUR PAST MISTAKES. accept God's forgiveness and forgive yourself.

Ditto that!

I'm going to bed. My tired baby is there. I can hug her. Life isn't so bad because I can hug my tired baby in bed. So many folks can't hug theirs. I am blessed. Troubled, but blessed.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

G'nite i'vile. Bless you all.

[ December 13, 2004, 05:30 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Bob,

I hope she "leans back" when you hug her, like KiwiJ does!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good night Bob!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Heading out from work in a few minutes. We have MC tonight. Probably be it for me tonight. I will have to dream up a new way to torture the Mayor tomorrow.

'night idiots. Thanks again for the encouraging words. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW--if you read, hope Aussie is jumping for joy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

FF - Good luck with the MC. Just pretend like we are there encouraging you.

you are very very welcome FF!! i am glad it helped and by the way, helping you helps me too so thanks for needing the help <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AW - You got the boy yet?

RIF - Home yet?

Hmmm, I feel a song coming on. Anyone want to sing along?

Good night, I'ville.

I've had too many glasses of wine. Going to bed. Affairs are hard one the liver, did you know that?

Jesus age Christmas, you freaks were busy today.

And to think, I was actually WORKING!!!

You know, it is funny Robby, I felt a pep talk, some kind of inspirational verse, or somethin for KY brewing inside of me.

Or was that lunch? Hmmmm?

Inspirational verse. I GOT IT!!!!!

Can I be the Tony Robbins of I'ville? With all my depressing notes of late, it is FREAKIN PERFECT!!!!!!!!!!

KY, girl, email me. Kimmy (sweet girl that she is) has my addy.

Where is my tequilla bottle??????

And who the hell are all these new people.

I remember when it was just celly, KY, Robby and me. Now it is a booming metropolis.

Sheesh...and the traffic around here is TERRIBLE!!! Where the heck is RH? I know he is "basket weaving" with his wife, but he needs to get with the program.

Hugs fellow freaks! {{{{{{{{Id-jut-ville}}}}}}}}

DipiT: Right here. over-under, over-under. WTF? I couldn't even get the sexual innuedo reference.

Hey RIF, I know your schedule has been flipped on end, but hopefully, everything is going great for you!

hello i-ville,

i'm sorry everybody's not having the "best" day ever, ever. me either - but i'm trying really, really hard. there must be something in the air. all this emotional rollercoaster stuff. i was trying to put the "a" stuff away (for a little while anyway). it was kinda f-ing everything up and sucking the living ****e out of me (and liny too). i know he wants to just walk away from it and move foward ... can i do that? i'm trying. i want to give liny the chance to show me how much he loves me. (why can't i just enjoy him and the fact that he's still here?)

i know it really comes down to the age old question .... can a non-funny person make a life with a very funny person?!?!?! i just don't know. i think that's ky's problem ... what with her thinking she lost her funny. and then you look at now and rh (well they aren't a good example ... what with all the 'basket weaving") ... hum there maybe something to this. what do you idiots think? hum?!?!?!

{{IDIOTS}}

Brown -

You have no worries anymore. We now have a psychologist who specializes in basket weaving. What could be better?

Send those boys here. Yikes. I was sick today and off work, and I mean SICK! I finally got the strength up to walk across the street and ask my sons to go to the store (2 blocks away, with my money) to get some orange juice.

You guessed it - the orange juice showed up about 3 hours later.

believer - if it's not the boys ... it's the girls. our DD 3 yo is still up at 11:50 pm. the 11 yo is "play" sleeping. and i have to be up at 5:30 am liny won't be home for another hour. i'm sooooooooooo verrrrrrrry tired (yawn!!).

oh and our OS gave me $60 today and is going to ups @ 3:00 am (w/ the roomate). he used part of his check to get himself and the roomate work boots for tonight. "tag -in" our YS could of been working w/ them ... however he'd rather be trying to get on the schedule for the "magic store" or should i say "magic cart" at the mall selling cheap novelty magic tricks. which he didn't work at today. they have done this tag team thing for 18 years .... did i say i'm sooooooooo verrrrry tired!

anybody heard from RIF - is he home yet? anybody heard from AW & Aussie - they home yet?
anybody heard the voices in my head besides me?

(Basket weaver for the basket cases - hum interesting concept!)

Brown - Put those girls to bed. Get them on a schedule. My boys, when they were young, were in bed by 8:00. They were allowed to read, but nothing else. They usually started out reading, and then fell asleep.

The good point was I got some peace in the evening, and they turned out to be excellent readers.

Hang in there, things will get better. By the way, no word from AW or RIF. But I am sure that Aussie must be home, and hope that RIF is.

Hi Believer, Hi brown, not a lot to say tonight just wanted to say hi.

Everything is fine with H and I now after our talk. It's just weird that we don't mention it anymore out loud then both said it's with us every day.

I went back to my doctor today because she wanted to see me after a couple of weeks on the ADs and she said she barely recognised me I looked so much better. I feel so much better too.

BTW, Robby and Liny, about the hug thing. VERY funny - not. Men <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Also BTW, Dipiti, this sounds so petty but I was also one of the original Idiots.

Jen

Jen - Good to hear that the anti-D's are helping. Things will get better and better for you.

Hey Jen, I'm glad you're doing well. Aren't the AD's a beautiful thing. I have been back on the Wellbrutrin SR for like 4 weeks and I'm glad i went back on them. I feel like I can handle these ups and downs so much better.

Believer - I would love for the girls to be in bed by 8:00 pm, if LINY were home also. I worked nights for too many years - you can't function and chase after a baby when you've worked until 1:00 am or later. I did when the boys were little and after our oldest daughter was born. Now, I get to stay up until OMG it's 12:30 am (funny the baby feel a sleep about 1/2 hour ago).

A fond good night ladies (and gentlemen).

LINY maybe home in about 15 - 20 minutes. I'm sure he'll drop by I-ville.

Good night again -Brown

Night night brown, sweet dreams.

Mornin'/nite, idiots!!!

.!!!! i was defending you, dagnabit!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />i know he wants to just walk away from it and move foward ... can i do that? i'm trying. i want to give liny the chance to show me how much he loves me. (why can't i just enjoy him and the fact that he's still here?)<hr /></blockquote>Don't think I ever responded to brown! But, I just wanted to clarify something. It's not that I want to walk away from it. I don't. I did it, it happened, and I'm/we're learning from it. I WISH IT NEVER WOULD HAVE HAPPENED, but it did. I don't just want to "walk away." I know brown knows this, but I want her to understand that I know it's there--for now, it's almost unavoidable. But so is the fact that I almost lost her and my family. That's why I don't wnat to just wlak away. I took her for granted for so many years--no more! That's why I said what I did a few weeks ago about triggers--sometimes they *are* good--they remind us of what could have been and what is.

weaver...i don't think i ever apologized to you directly, but i owe you one. I am sorry. You are also one here that steered me right, supported me, laughed with (or was that "at"?) me...and I fell back into acting like a complete a$$--the best way I know how to describe it: feeling like I was above it all. And it means alot that even with my untruthfulness a month ago told, that you still have the same compassion as back in July. Thank you!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Anger is all part of the process Liny, for a recovering adict as well as a recovering BS. But mostly I think it is a good thing. Before you would gamble to avoid these kinds of emotions, now you are experiencing them. Keep a lid on them, yes. But don't try to bury them with old behavioral patterns such as gambling, drinking (of course smoking will have to go everntually when you are really ready to find your back to "you") and affair behavior.

This is where a punching bag fits into recovery Liny.<hr /></blockquote>I *do* understand what you are saying...it's such a tough balance for me, with everything that is going on and my personality and my past history. I am a stuffer--well, breaking that mold. I want to let the emotions out, but know about the pendulum theory too--it never is in the middle. Even my IC said that I better find something for this release. Obviously, something that isn't harmful. My only really good friend had his "escape"--going outside with his baseball bat and banging the [censored] out of the trees. Good thing his neighbors really can't see! It's finding it though. I have very very very limited time to do anything. (Brown too--for awhile, she was doing kick-boxing and absolutely loved it.)

You're right htough. Anger is just one emotion that shows i *am* alive. And on top of that, I'm o/c--i don't want something to just engulf me again. Maybe a punching bag isn't too bad of an idea--Lord knows I've kicked the cr@p out of me over the years--along with my family. (Metaphorically, of course.) Hmmmm....Maybe a recovery present wish list?!?!? Eh, brown???

As tough as this whole process has been--setbacks and all--I really, really don't know what we would have done without MB--and Jelly!/Idiotville. Sure, we would have made it--i'm pretty sure of that. But I'm also sure we wouldn't be this far along. Thanks you guys and gals!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

f-again...WOW!!! Whether FBS or FWS, one *HAS TO* respect your spunk and fire for saving your marriage--this is so 2 hours ago, but: YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!

PS-cr@ppy day at work--as expected--i have my meeting with one of the big bosses about that other thing at work--tommorrow night at this time when i post--i may not be in management anymore. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> (Although my immediate boss said not to worry--yeah easy for her to say!) brown's meeting went OK last week. We'll see. Please keep me in your prayers. this is something that's *not* really in my control. we'll see.

LINY -

You got it - not in your control. But I'll be praying for you.
How bout that F-Again? She's kicking a$$ and taking names today.

Thanks believer--you've always been here for me.
{{believer}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> How bout that F-Again? She's kicking a$$ and taking names today.<hr /></blockquote>I am thoroughly impressed at what and how she's doing; thoroughly depressed at why she has to in the first place.

Have a great night, believer!!!

'morning I'vile. Night shift reporting ( Briefly) for duty ! Taking the kids to school then we go discuss this driving school investment for Squid.

This had better work out, it really had ! If this trust gets chucked back at me I might go ballistic !

How horrible affairs are that spouses can no longer trust each other ?

Anyway I'll report how we get on!!

Sure, Bob. I say Gnite, and *then* you show up! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You will be OK, right? You're both in this together, right?

I'll be praying--for good measure! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

G'nite!

Hellooo. I am NOT working on cleaning up. I NEED a HUGE drink. GIant sized.

Gee LINY and Believer, thanks. I think i found my groove. I have my kick-a$$ attitude back. THought I lost it for good. Whew!

I might be down for a while but I sure as he!! and not out.

THis campaign is making me thirsty though. ANyone awake besides me?

You guys&gals are giving me a complex now! I say goodnite, then you all awake from your stoopers!
{sliding my drink down to f-again-well deserved!}

I just posted to your thread. May I say again?

**WOW!!**

Glad to hear it all f-again. lm made a good point--*not* to knock you, just cause we care--just please be careful of any slingshots, OK? We'll be here, regardless though--don't forget that!!!! Ya know, you can shoot an eye out with that thing! (Or was that a BB gun?)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again. Drinks are on me tonight. Hang in there girl.

And the mods think this thread doesn't support marriagebuilding?

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Today is Tuesday and Liny is not funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville <<<scraping the sandman from his eyes>>>

I think I need another cup of tea (no, I never learned to like coffee. I like the smell but not the taste.) Oh well.

Oh, one other thing. All the traffic signals in town are set to blinking today, so be careful crossing the intersections. I'll get to it after lunch if I get a roundtuit.

Oh yeah, nice dress Robby <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning boys.

I'm painting ST's garage today. That has to fill some kind of EN doesn't. I volunteered for it too.

Jen, do you think my happiness lies within a pill???? I'm tossing the idea of getting me some AD's.

Shut up, RH & Robby!!! I can hear you both now. OMG, you mean you aren't on anything now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

hi gang
hows our ((((((idiotville))))))

Yes Liny is FUNNY !! but not to worry brown will fix him ok <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Aussie is back and looks terrible. Eyes look like red pits, scrawny almost, cuts & bruised all over, looks like hes been through hell.

God his eyes look so empty, just about freaks you until he seems to focus and see you. Then he seems to relax a bit.

Just got up been in bed all day, talked a little while of nothing to deep just about how everything is going and what went on in general while he was gone.
SF was very gentle and felt right and we are in no hurry to get up and face the real world right now.

We got home very late about 2.30 in the morning got him into the shower, had to gently wash his back, looks like someone tried to shred it, all mostly healed though.

He just looks so tired. He's till asleep.

Been no talk of the baby yet will have to wait and see how he is.

Well have to cook dinner but not that hungry but sticking to sisters rules and then just going back to watch him.

So short update & will let you know how he takes the big news tomorrow.

AW: It's good to have Aussie back. Take your time and take care of him. Love to you both.

KY: So if you're not on the pill...nevermind.

(If you feel the need for AD's, by all means, then talk to your family doctor.)

Hey, we don't have a doctor in Idiotville?

AW - prayers to you and A

can i have an iville hug? i'm not having a very good morning. last night, H asked some questions, made observations/conclusions all of which just point to the fact that i've been a terrible and awful person!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jen, do you think my happiness lies within a pill???? <hr /></blockquote>IT'S NOT HAPPINESS IN A PILL!!!!!!!

They restore your equilibrium. They help you cope. THEY DO NOT MAKE YOU HAPPY - YOU DO! They also help with the thoughts that you have that won't go away, and the vicious cycle of depression. Once you get your feet back under you, you can wean yourself off (under the doc's supervision).

Geez! If I tell you that one more time, I'm gonna crawl through the phone and shake you!

Good morning, all - Must get some work done today. IB seems to be very, very quiet this a.m. - I always wonder what he's thinking? I went out in the cold this a.m. to start my car and his truck. Don't know if he appreciates it or not, but that is part of my Plan A stuff. Just keep doing nice things for him and stuff like that. Don't know what else to do. He won't let me do anything else.

Robby - I have a lovely new Christmas vest that, paired with the right turtleneck, and a very short tight black leather skirt, would be a great outfit for you next Tuesday. Let me know and I'll send it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Long day ahead for me - I'll try to check in with you guys during the day -

Jelly - paint the Garage? Isn't it too cold to paint? I am corn fused??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Idiotville hugs to {{{{FinallyLearning T2M}}}}}

{{{{Jelly2}}}}

Oh, AW, tell him there's a gal in Texas praying for him. Poor baby!

(((F-AGAIN!!!))) Hug back atcha!

- Kimmy

Kimmy: Don't think I ever said so, but thanks for the nice Christmas card. Oh to be young again (as in Batman). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Or was that Robin (see I'm too old). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hey RH? will ya keep your sand to yourself, please?!?!? Got enough over here in my sandbox! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (I still have no cluse what that analogy meant either yesterday. But, SHHH...don't tell anyone. Ya think she's just trying to domesticate you? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Yes Liny is FUNNY !!<hr /></blockquote>Jey robby/KY: <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />He just looks so tired. He's till asleep.

Been no talk of the baby yet will have to wait and see how he is.<hr /></blockquote>{{{A & AW}}}
Just take it slow, aw, like you are. No need to rush now. (Even though we all know you are very excited!!) But, as much as going in there was he!! and shell shock, returning to normalcy and loving setting is also probably a little scary fr him. One extreme to the next. You're handling it well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />can i have an iville hug? i'm not having a very good morning. last night, H asked some questions, made observations/conclusions all of which just point to the fact that i've been a terrible and awful person!!!!<hr /></blockquote>{{{FL}}}
What you and I and any WS have *done* is terrible; we, right now as people, are not terrible. There is a huge difference. And you've been showing him, right? YOU ARE NOT AN AWFUL PERSON! Get it all out if you need, FL. We're here. (Your H is too--he has a lot to work through, right? And you know us men. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Keep the communicating going, FL.

Good morning I'ville. We are expecting almost 80 degree weather today. Playing hooky and taking DD to the happiest place on earth today for her birthday. Of course I'ville is the silliest place on earth!

FL big cyber hugs to you. ((FL)) sorry you are having a rough time.

Our MC session was brutal last night. I am really trying but it is so hard not to feel hopeless sometimes. My H has me locked into a person I was years ago and he can't see anything else. I will never be the person he wants and it kills me. Sorry, I should just update my thread on R board instead of bringing you all down.

FA-A--wow, read your thread. Sounds like you have the right attitude, but still be careful. YOu never know what will be there to bite you in the *ss.

AW--so glad Aussie is back and safe. Do you think when he sees DD fussing over you and you barfin' that he might figure it out? Take care of that man, sounds like he has been through h*ll and back.

Morning Mayor, Jelly, RH, Kimmy and anyone else I missed.

Mornin', ff.
<blockquote>quote:<hr />My H has me locked into a person I was years ago and he can't see anything else. I will never be the person he wants and it kills me. Sorry, I should just update my thread on R board instead of bringing you all down.<hr /></blockquote>I used to think the same about bringin poeple down here...HOGWASH! We are all here to support each other, and help, anyway we can. If it means me not being funny, so be it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
BTW, have you asked what he wants from you?

I'll check in later, idiots--before he!! (and fire and brimstone, today.)

HI LINY,

One of our major problems is he doesn't like to talk. We can actually have our only real convo of the week in MC. We did talk about that in MC. He feels that anytime I ask him about his day or what he is thinking/feeling that I am quizzing him or keeping tabs on him. He wants someone that accepts him for who he is and doesn't want to change him. He finally acknowledged that was what he was looking for in both of his A's. Since his view of me is locked into the angry, suspicious person I was years ago in his view I cannot meet those needs. Also, since my A happend first he has now come to the conclusion (which may be partially true)that I am more than 50% responsible for the demise of our M and what led to his A's. Ugh, sorry didn't mean to write a book. I am hurting so bad today. As if I don't beat myself up enough. I think it comes down to he really doesn't like me much. He says he loves me though. I am so confused and hurting. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

FF,

<blockquote>quote:<hr />My H has me locked into a person I was years ago and he can't see anything else. <hr /></blockquote>yup, i can relate to that!! that is exactly what was going on last night for me too.

during our conversaions, when dead silence was occuring, i would literally say to myself. past mistakes do not have to define the person i am now. and that did help. maybe you could try that too.

note, my post specifically stated <blockquote>quote:<hr /> i've been a terrible and awful person<hr /></blockquote>and that is a true statement. hence my need to tell myself, past mistakes do not have to dictate who i am today.

[ December 14, 2004, 09:40 AM: Message edited by: FinallyLearning-T2M ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
Yes Liny is FUNNY !! <hr /></blockquote>STOP RIGHT THERE!!!

LINY IS NOT FUNNY!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> that I am more than 50% responsible for the demise of our M <hr /></blockquote>wow FF, we are sure having the exact same stuff happening!!!

see why i asked for a hug this morning.

we have to focus on who we are now FF, i really believe that is the key for us. it's very hard, we have to allow our H's to show their hurt which will naturally lead us to feeling very bad, but we have to be able to build ourselves back up after these talks. until such a time that our H's heal and these talks are no longer needed.

FL,

I know you are right and I know that since we have been going to MC that my H is just learning to open up and express himself. I told him that it is through my actions that he will see that I do love him and want to rebuild our M. Thanks for the encouragement. Now I am going to run and be happy with DD.

{{FL}} Have a great day.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Originally posted by aussieswife:
Yes Liny is FUNNY !! <hr /></blockquote>Naner naner naner <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm not the only one on thin ice now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

you have a great day too FF.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> my H is just learning to open up and express himself <hr /></blockquote>this is true for my H too. the thing to remember here is that is GOOD NEWS!! it may be painful right now but, down the road, that lesson learned is exactly what will make your relationship better.

ok, i'm done with heavy stuff now. i'm feeling better too.

{{{{{FL)))))

Chin Up!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again - How are you feeling this morning, all worn out?

Jelly - Yes a pill DOES fix everything. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Get some girl.

AW -((((((((Aussie&AW)))))))))
Thank God he is back from that hell. Take care of that tired warrior.

FL - You are not an awful person. You are here trying to make your marriage better than it ever was.

FF- Chin up, and stay the course.

A public announcement from the warden:

All Idiotville citizens are granted immediate clemency. We have all made mistakes in the PAST. We are here working on making changes and growing so that our futures will be brighter, using the MB principles.

That okay Mayor?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
A public announcement from the warden:

All Idiotville citizens are granted immediate clemency. We have all made mistakes in the PAST. We are here working on making changes and growing so that our futures will be brighter, using the MB principles.
<hr /></blockquote>So let it be written...

So let it be done!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Robby - Can you keep that proclamation in the archives somewhere for the next time someone gets in trouble with Justuss, and she thinks this thread is not a marriagebuilding thread?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So let it be written...

So let it be done!!
<hr /></blockquote>Hey! It's Christmas, not Passover! No one said the 10 Commandments was on! I love that movie! Yul Brynner w/out his shirt! NUM!

justuss is female?? for some reason i thought she was a he. go figure!

as for the proclamation, although it sounds wonderful, my parolle officer (my H) still needs to be dealt with. i'm sure i spelled that wrong and that might be a poor choice of words because i certainly do not see him as a parolle officier, but you know what i mean.

FF and I (as well as countless others) are having to deal with the consequences, we are not just refusing to forgive ourselves and move forward, we are trying to deal with the mess we created.

Morning all.

Just a quick post before I head off to work. Whew! I am dog tired.

Thanks for all the support and the cautions that things might bite me back. Ya, I know. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

But, I have done and redone the worst case scenario. What if he own't budge? Okay, that isn't any difference. What if he gets fired? Okay, I can live with that? What if he hates me? UH DUH. He does now.

Military can't charge me. Only him. He has already left me emotionally as well as physically. I have never beaten anyone up. In my entire long life and I have been in some pretty ugly situations. SO, getting arrested for my actions is highly unlikely. Stalking? HHMM I am quite wily?

Am I missing any what ifs?

ENough! I am here to relax!

I never did get back for that drink. Fresh Coffeee with ashot sounds about right. CHristmas time and such.

Psst....as far as I could tell, Justuss IS a supporter of this thread. It was faceless/nameless others that complained. She even mentioned her defense of us and our Idiocy. Poor dear has to rein us in every once in awhile, but that's her duty to all, not a singling out of the Idiotians.

- Kimmy

FL - Actually we don't know if Justuss is male or female, but I think she is a she.

Dealing with the consequences is important, as long as no one is beating themselves up. Making changes in ourselves is the key.

Sheesh, enough marriagebuilding! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jelly - Got those pills yet?

And where is RIF?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Robby - Can you keep that proclamation in the archives somewhere for the next time someone gets in trouble with Justuss, and she thinks this thread is not a marriagebuilding thread? <hr /></blockquote>So let it be written...

So let it be done!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

FL {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

and Faith sounds like you need one 2 {{{{HUGS}}}}

Starz, it was 20 degrees here this morning, it has been a couple of hours so I'm sure it is up to 22 by now. We have a heated garage.

Kimmy, I would love for you to come through the phone, make it around dinner, I'll fix you something special. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FL said <blockquote>quote:<hr /> FF and I (as well as countless others) are having to deal with the consequences, we are not just refusing to forgive ourselves and move forward, we are trying to deal with the mess we created.
<hr /></blockquote>AHA!!!!! I do feel like I have forgiven myself. I have made so many personal improvements, I have learned so much about me and I'm trying daily to change what led me into an A. I'm just now living the consequences of my choices, and it sucks!!!

Believer, I never go to the doctor, only to have babies. I just don't do it. This will be another huge step for me, I know petty to all of you "normal" people, but for somebody like me who has hermit disease it is huge. I will try to make it a priority. I hate taking pills, hence tubes getting tied.

Robby, your chin up link, froze my puter. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Is there an echo in here?

Liny humourlessly said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We are all here to support each other, and help, anyway we can. If it means me not being funny, so be it!
<hr /></blockquote>I guess that is what it means, and what it has meant all along. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ha, i didn't even attempt robby's link, even though i was tempted!!!!

echo.. echo.. echo..

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> AHA!!!!! I do feel like I have forgiven myself. I have made so many personal improvements, I have learned so much about me and I'm trying daily to change what led me into an A. I'm just now living the consequences of my choices, and it sucks!!!
<hr /></blockquote>ironic thing is, all my life i have been so hard on myself, always said bad things internally, having that internal battle of beating myself up and defending myself at the same time. but now, i can look at my mistakes and just learn from them, no more beating myself up. what i realize is that all that did, other than make me feel worse, is keep me from learning from my mistakes.

i must also say, i am now 100% sure ADs have played a role in allowing me to let my mind have more control over me than my feelings.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly - you got him there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ok, curosity got the better of me. robby's link worked for me ok. it was not really that exciting or anything though!!! lol!!

of course, i appreciate the effort Robby!!

Hello....hello.....hello

(Who's canyon just showed up?)

Are we getting another resident soon? Hmmmm, stayed tuned, same bat channel, same bat time.....

Listen to you bunch of pill pushers. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

First AD's then what, heroin, is that a pill? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

First AD's, next heroin, and finally, CHOCOLATE.

RH WTH you talking about?

Hey did you see Crayola is making a new color crayon?

It's called Skanky black.

They got the idea from my HAIR COLOR!!!!!!!!!!!

I tried to recolor it, OMG. I look so trashy.

Yeah, ST loves it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I like my woman just a little on the trashy side.....

I'm so not trashy, SHUT UP, but I now look it. OM's W's family (are you with me?) would love to see me now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
 ok, curosity got the better of me. robby's link worked for me ok. it was not really that exciting or anything though!!! What an Idiot!!
<hr /></blockquote>Harumph!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

FL, this has me thinking...
(whisper)
Maybe Robby isn't funny either, like Liny

You're thinking too much. It doesn't mean anything. Remember? This is idiotville.

Jelly,

You've Never, Ever said a more hurtful thing to me... <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

I think you're funny, Robby.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly,

You've Never, Ever said a more hurtful thing to me... <hr /></blockquote>Oh, Robby, You know you crack me up

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

edited, because it didn't quite sound right the first time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

[ December 14, 2004, 11:51 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Okay, since you all asked, my favorite sexual position is...........

Come on, you were all just here a minute ago.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I guess I'll just go take a shower.

robby,

hey, you are not quoting me accurately!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Originally posted by Robby: <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
ok, curosity got the better of me. robby's link worked for me ok. it was not really that exciting or anything though!!! What an Idiot!!

<hr /></blockquote><hr /></blockquote>i did not say "What an Idiot!!" (outloud)

i also have no recallection of anyone asking jelly for her favorite position!!!

For the record, Jelly Girl on the MB photo thread is NOT ME!!

I'm simple Jelly, or Jelly Bing, or KY, Or Kyellow4.

In real life, I have just as many names. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I just wanted to set the record straight. Thanks.

FL, are you sure nobody asked? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

oops

[ December 14, 2004, 12:14 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

No RH, that would be ST's favorite. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Caught ya, and I can't believe you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Where's RIF?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Where's RIF?
<hr /></blockquote>I have a good guess. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Does it involve handcuffs? and you're idiotville fast.

{{{RIF}}} and I wouldn't blame him.

Without checking in with us? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Without checking in with us?<hr /></blockquote>Oh boy, if I had to check in every time I was going to......

Some things just shouldn't be said on an open forum. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 14, 2004, 12:29 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

B, with luck RIF's sat in his porch with his baby in one hand and a cold one in the other recovering from several hours of horizontal athletics ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm just doing all that holiday stuff a dad needs to do nefore taking his family on a trip. Passports, driving licenses, vouchers, visas, forms, receipts etc etc etc.

I don't mind, its all part of the build up to a vacation !

I note with disappointment that it sonly 75 degrees in Miami right now. THAT better improve when I get there OR ELSE !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Thats purdy good actually ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I was sorry to se that my SIL vacationing in Orlando this week is enduring a 55-degree cold snap. I sure hope she took some warm stuff to wear !

My IBS is playing up summat fierce - I'm half hoping for a lovely holiday with Squid and kids and half of me is fearful. Truth is i REALLY need a break - from work, from infidelity, from MB from everyting. Just to swim with my kids and watch the sun set a few times with a mint julep in my hand.

Part of me fears a breakout of hostilities again. I hope not. I am beginning to see whay some BS just give up in recovery. It so dam' hard to keep things going in the right direction when you aren't sure what the right direction is !

A break will do us all good I pray. Squid told me today that she feels blessed by me, that she doesn't deserve me and that she loves me to my soul and then kissed me.

That'll do for now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

And LINY, I think you're funny, but what do I know ? : I'm English and a fellow Monty Python fan ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bob - Recovery can be fun too. In fact the Harley's insist on it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Sheesh Jelly, I thought we were supposed to check in before. Maybe that's my problem. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

B
Bob - Recovery can be fun too. In fact the Harley's insist on it

I'm waiting for that bit <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Theres a lot of good stuff in our recovery ( loads of hi-quality SF, some laughter etc) but the clenched fist in my guts gets in the way of real fun.

I hope to unclench that in Florida !

How to have fun when you're scared huh ? Thats REAL bravery !!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

* KY, just a TIGHT hug with carefully platonically placed hands for you darl'.

Remember U and ST have to be OK 'cos you be poster children. Can;t have lemonman saying 'I told you so! ' <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{{{{KY}}}}}

Anything for you Bob. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> And anything to prove that Lemonman WRONG!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I am beginning to see why some BS just give up in recovery. It so dam' hard to keep things going in the right direction when you aren't sure what the right direction is !
<hr /></blockquote>I'm thinking this is what my ST is feeling. We will be okay.

IBS! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Traveling is the worst for that!!

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas.

I'm so glad you are communicating better with each other. It is amazing for ST and myself, we always feel so much better after a good talk. We are really behaving like adults now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK, idiots...got two more!
Bob: <blockquote>quote:<hr />And LINY, I think you're funny...<hr /></blockquote>And, yes, believe it or not, and this will be a post to be saved, by the one and only KY:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Liny humourlessly said...<hr /></blockquote>No sarcasm, just that word "humorous"...music to my ears (well, actually eyes)...now...if I can only get Robby to post it!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

{{Idiots}}
My meeting is less than two hours away...please be thinking of me---while I roast. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Give you all an update later--well, at least to the N/S.

Bob: Idiot question here, what's IBS?

And KY--I don't care if it was a so-called typo like I *know* you will claim!

Hey RH: you done with that basket yet?

oh, Liny, just go to He11 will ya? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Will be waiting for the word.
Here is a lick for luck.

THHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHUP <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, all the cool kids know what IBS is.

you were in band weren't ya? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, i could not figure out what IBS stood for either. i think only the kids who think they are cool know.

Come on idiots - IBS stands for "I be stoned". Very hard to travel that way.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Bob: Idiot question here, what's IBS? <hr /></blockquote>Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Stress-led involuntary convulsion of the colon that leads to bloating, awful sometimes embarrassing andinvonvenient toilet function and general lack of wellness when theres stress abroad.

I've been the IBS poster boy this half year <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

* believer, oddly enough, grass helps IBS a lot ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ December 14, 2004, 01:33 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

First, Jelly, as you've told me many times, I'm not a kid. Don't even feel like one. And yes for about a week (named Roman or Alien or something like that, but I didn't know how to play the keyboard so we just folded. We had the t-shirts made up though.)

2nd, I agree with FL-T2M. <blockquote>quote:<hr /> only the kids who think they cool <hr /></blockquote>and 3rdly, LINY: About 2 AM last night. It's really hard making a basket in the dark. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob - Come on by California on your way to Florida and my sons will fix you up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Thanks Bob and Believer.

(I think I actually knew that, but didn't make the connection.) (yes, here's a freebe for you Jelly, but hay, I'm tough, I can take it)

KY said I'm thinking this is what my ST is feeling. We will be okay.

Y'know what KY, how do any of us know when we're happy enough to stop worrying about recovery ?
Serious question.

To me when both spouses are happy and fearless all the processes are in place to sustain a happy M.

I worry sometimes because other people tell me that stuff I think is going well is actually terrible and unbearable !

Then sometimes I think everything is lost and others point our that in truth it sall going very well indeed.

I reckon you and ST and Squid and I need to agree what 'recoveryland' looks and feels like. NOT so we can stop working but so we can stop WORRYING.

See what I mean ?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{{{KY}}}}

IBS

** From Dumb & Dumber**

You've been warned!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 And KY--I don't care if it was a so-called typo like I *know* you will claim! <hr /></blockquote>See!!!

NOT FUNNY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

robby, that was really disgusting!!!!!

I think Liny is the funniest person in the whole of Idiotville.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:


You've been warned!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH <blockquote>quote:<hr /> but didn't make the connection.) <hr /></blockquote>For a change. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Kiwi said in a drunken state, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I think Liny is the funniest person in the hole of Idiotville. <hr /></blockquote>Yeah, the not funny a bit HOLE!!!!!!!

Oh, Liny it is a good thing you don't understand funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby - LOL (warning)

Wow!!

Jelly you really DO have all the power!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Now THAT is funny.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Not the power thing the title thing. I'm at work and I LOL'd.

RH: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> but didn't make the connection.) <hr /></blockquote>today started great, but now it just seems lame. I hate work right now. I used to love this job, but it's just sucky right now.

I'm depressing myself, somebody slap me. Don't we have an icon for that? (And I'm not funny or trying to be.)

slap

RH - SSSSSLLLLLLLLLAAAAAAAAAAAAAPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP!

What's up?

Long story short, the job I interviewed for last week looks like it will come through, but it was downgraded so it's actually about $400/year less than what I'm making now, plus no carpool which means extra miles and gas; plus this job has morphed from a great job into doing more with less (ie I used to have 5-6 people working for me, I now have 2), blah, blah, blah.

At least I have a job, I'm well paid. In fact I don't think I'd pay myself to do what I do (well, I don't think I'd pay anyone to do my job). Well, it's quittin' time, maybe NOW will slap me tonight and wake me up. Thanks all.

Oww, that hurt Warden, at least FL's was a loving slap (if there is such a thing).

RH

SMACK!!!!

POW!!!!!!

BAM!!!!!!

WHACK!!!!!!!!!

CRASH!!!!

Stretching and dusting myself off, helping RH up, Now go about your business.

RH - Well, I have found out that the key to job success is being flexible, making the best of it, and then being willing to move on. Sometimes again, and again, and again.

I know that is not what you wanted to hear.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> at least FL's was a loving slap (if there is such a thing). <hr /></blockquote>Oh yeah, there is!!!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

bye idiots

did i kill you all??? i have NEVER seen idiotville get this low on the list!!!

I'm here!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

SO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey, was your dress too tight today? Did it fall off you? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ok, second idiot thing, done recently, lol i really felt dumb during this, neighbors were watching to lol

I was putting our horse back in his stall and I took off his halter, I took it off a little to soon and he decided he wanted to go back outside, well Im not that big a horse person and trying to "coax" him back in the barn took about an hour of me looking the other way whistling while I try to get close enough to throw this rope around him.
Freakin horse was playing with ME, hed wait and then take off, hed jerk his head at the right time to avoid the rope, he even laid down and started rolling until I got close once.

Bet it looked funny me trying to sneak up on this horse and act like "hey, c'mere horse, I wont do nuttin I promise"

He finally had enough of me I guess and went in on his own <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Geez, I go away to happy land for a few hours and you run up pages and pages for me to read!

Just popping in to say "hi" and that DD and I had a great day at happy land. I can see you drunks had fun in silly land in the mean time.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, have a great vacation away from A talk, MB and all such. Enjoy the weather, the beach, the kids and the ahem... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Steve - So the horse is smarter than you. That is promising for admittance to Idiotville. And the 3rd thing?

LINY and Brown - Any news from the meeting yet?

Men suck.

An idiot thing to say.

So, thus, I will say it again.

Men suck.

[ December 14, 2004, 09:15 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

DipiT -

Whats' up? Is this something new, or just the same old thing?

Well I've been busy killing a thread over in Recovery so I thought I'd come back to the impossible to kill, or even wound, Idiotville.

Believer, I've been thinking all day about whether I have a major character flaw. I didn't for 47 years but maybe I always have and it only came out under severe stress. (When my F, FIL and MIL all passed away within a year.) My MC is of the opinion that I needed very badly to grow up and become mature.

I feel I have grown up now and am so aware of the danger of following what "makes me happy" and being totally selfish (the character flaw) that I'm not at risk any more.

Interesting.

Jen

Jen -

I don't think it is a character flaw in the majority of the cases. I think EN's get met (like after a loss) and then - well you know the rest. I do think that the chemicals kick in, and then folks start acting out of character.

Now, where is everyone? I've been sick so I have an excuse to not be out having fun.

Thanks Believer.

I wonder if RIF will check in soon.

I hope AW and Aussie are doing fine too.

Me too. RIF said it would take 3 days, so he should be home.

I have a lot of faith in AW and Aussie being okay.

Jen I too am not sure that " doing what makes me happy" is more of a character flaw than it is an instinct. Mebbe with the right/wrong circumstances folks obey that instinct enough to override other personal boundaries hence affairs and other selfish behaviours but I think pretty much everyone HAS that instinct.

My Squid has a huge skipful of "I deserve whatever pleasure I can take, and not think of the consequences for others". Thats the hardest thing we must get past in recovery.

I have tolerated that for far too long. Avoided conflict over it. Its changing almost daily in Squid as we POJA pretty much everything, but its still there big style.

So much of her life is enjoyable to her at the expense of mine and the kids' happiness it will take a long time to uncouple all that and replace it with healthier pleasures.

Time an dpatience again, huh ?

I REALLY wish she'd read SAA or Torn Asunder though. But she still won't. Not yet.

Anyway, its my last day at work today till January 4th ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

We have to pack and stuff ! Hee Hee ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Bob, I was just talking about you on Alone & Broken's thread.

Last day at work - cool. I still have a week to go. Then back to work on 5 Jan.

Are you going to meet up with any of the Fla MBers.

Wouldn't it be SO cool to all get together. All the Idiots in person. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> We could drink and basket weave together into the night.

Jen

BTW, Bob, any chance of Mrs P ever e-mailing one of us.

Also, BTW, I should explain that I post when I get home from work until Rob arrives home.

So, when I disappear in the middle of a conversation that's what I'm doing. As soon as he gets home I log out and spend the time with him.

I sometimes feel I've been very rude and just disappeared without a good night.

Jen

Jen, not meeting any fla MBers sadly <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Robbies way north in Tampa, Trish is going home to her family and I think I'm a bit too far south for most in the Keys.

I'd LOVE Squid to contact you Jen. I've told her about you and KY and others and that if she needa a place to rant, question, slate me, vent, laugh anything you guys who have been there first can help.

She doesn;t like to be reminded of her affair right now though Jen. She told me that she feels strange talking about it because she doesn't recognise the person that did those things.

I guess its a coping mechanism, as she almost completely defogs and realises what she did its instinctive to disassociate from it.

She's doing well though Jen but in her words " my ears and tail will be down for ever" ( like a scolded puppy). Some days she's just Squid again, somedays shes really sad and withdrawn and guilty. I try to be consistent and loving and non judgmental while ensuring we at least open discussion regarding whats making us sad.

She NEEDS your help and friendship but I can't force her.

watch this space I guess, but THANKS again for offering {{{{{Jen}}}}}

The hardest thing for me right now is she still considers OM to be a decent man despite facts to the contary...

Even aside from my justifiable prejudice his lies and conflicting behaviours are so aparrant as to be almost funny in another situation ayet Squid just clings to the belieef that it was all true.

" Yeah baby, 3 divorces, three long term partners and countless affairs but you're really special baby ".

"I love you and I'm leaving my GF for you, but this week I am softening the blow for her by taking her on a romantic weeks trip to Menorca"

" GF and I are splitting up, my heart will always be broken for you, BTW we're going to Tunisia to a honeymood suite for a week".

I mean see ? Why can't she wake up and see what she be shovellin' ?

I don't know Bob. It's the toughest one of all, to face the fact you've been "suckered" as Rob says.

That was really what our talk the other night was about. OM, in my case, was a pillar of the community. When he was a teenage boy he was a darned nice and good person. He admitted himself he was "naive" back then. Rob is adamant that OM was a player and so are my friends and my family. Even the reaction from the OM's w was odd. Like she'd heard it before.

So, I guess I'm saying, this is the last struggle I have as well. Even though in my head and in my heart of hearts I know I was "suckered" good and proper.

Jen

Jen I'll tell you a secret buried here in I'ville.

I am GLAD OM is a measurable scumbag. I'm not sure I could cope if he was a lovely decent man who truly fell in love with Squid but guilt and regret caused both him and her to withdraw to their families out of duty.

I'm GLAD he's a wastrel petty criminal with a huge track record of "playing". That make any sense ?

Trouble is I think Squid believes in at least SOME of the above fairy story.

Some days I still want him dead. Somedays I could do it too...
trouble is its so clear that Squid lied to HIM to keep HIM interested in her too.... " I will go anywhere to be wit you" when she wasn't doing anything but buying a half dozen lottery tickets per week....pathetic and sad really when I think about it. she knew she'd have to win the lottery to even come close to recreating her life with ME with HIM.

Must stop, getting sad again now.

Have a GREAT night Jen ! and thanks again ! U got my email addy BTW. Squid uses it too.

[ December 15, 2004, 01:15 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Bob, I know what you mean about burying things in here. It's such a safe place for us all.

I have no doubt that Squid knows really that he was a scumbag. And pillars of the community can still be scumbags - in fact the hypocrisy makes it worse in a way.

I've got to go now too.

And people think we don't MB on Idiotville. I, for one, have never come across such a great bunch of caring supportive people before. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hugs to you Bob, have a great holiday.

Jen

hi idiots,

KiwiJ are you still there? I read your reply to my question about work days ago and here I am continuing the conversation days later. I don't know if I could call my job exciting...yeah, so exciting that I'm once again sitting here in my lab coat posting on MB.
Great that you're on leave soon, I'm also looking forward to Christmas holidays.

Idiotville is MB tonight...

so since we're on the topic, I can totally relate to feeling incredibly embarrassed and awkward when talkign about my A (in my case a ONS). I almost can't recognise the person who did that.

In any case, like you, KiwiJ, I feel like the last year of my life has been one long "growing up" phase that was waaaay overdue. Even my H has commented on how much more maturely I deal with problems and assert myself now. Goodbye CA!!!

Speaking of which...want some buried "treasures?" This isn't about who's right and who's wrong...it's about if I'm wrong, i will stop. Situation: Anybody who followed our story knows I was brought up on an accusation (on a national level) that I was having an affair with the OW. Warped justice? guess that depends on who you ask. I once had a poll about the general public knowing the signs of what an EA really is--I don't think they would understand the dynamics. But then again, maybe it's my character selling people short again. Anyway, after that, it was a direct "instruction" not to converse with anybody but my peers (by my direct boss.) I've been pretty much keeping to myself, especially after this last incident (which I will get to.) So, I have been doing everything in my humanly power (and with the goodness of some "outside forces" as well) to have complete honesty, start making brown feel secure again, and keeping her "safe". Finding that happy place again. Now, even throughout all of the BS at work about the OW, I was speaking with one of my peers (who is female--all of my peers are female) and getting some advice and support from a work front--nothing I hid from brown. I sent her an email the other day telling her of all of the BS at work and my own sit--she is the only one that I trust with knowing all. (She has been out and will be until the new year for an operation.) So, I've also sent brown the emails she has sent me along with my responses--i hide nothing these days. I created this insecurity--it's my job to create the secure atmosphere again. So, brown flips out on me tonihgt saying that i just don't get it, etc etc. I can see her point to a certain extent, however, i have been open and completely honest with brown about my discussions with my peers. i have one friend at my level at work that i can discuss things with (a male), but haven't even spoken with him for a many weeks. You know what? jsut writing all of this i guess i answered my own questions. nothing will EVER be the same, and i have to conform to everything so i can make brown secure. i guess this means, not having to do with NAYBODY else ever again. i made the bed, now sleep in it right? And she does this at work on the phone (which was a huge non-en for me--especially this week when im trying to get things done so i dont have to go in next week.)

I'm just babbling, but i need to get it all out. don't know if any of this is normal or if i should even say a damn thing about anything. i mean, really, what defense do i have with anything? once again, I created this, right?

The meeting. another big confrontation brown and i had today. maybe i shouldnt even talk about this, because we really did work it out and talk it through, but since monday, i knew i've had this meeting. really? the only thing--or primary thing on my mind. brown's trying to talk about this and that and completely dumps on me regarding $$ i needed tongiht for presents and my unit's dinner this week. i really didnt give a [censored] about the whole $$ thing--i was really only concerned with getting through this damn meeting today. but, can i "blame" brown for acting/reacting this way? of course not! it was friday i used the same reason for her to transfer $$ to me so i could G. Once again: i made the bed...

And we were joking and playing with each other all day *after* the meeting--felt more relaxed...than this [censored] comes out. guess i missed a trigger somewhere. i guess, like i said, cant even talk to another woman for the rest of my life, regardless of the circumstances. i guess, like i said, i caused all of this [censored] so i gotta deal with it somehow. I know this is such a pr!ck thing to say, but, all you female posters, stop reading and dont you dare respond.

and i will deal with it and get over it and live with it and do it all with brown. right now, im just reacting. forgive me everyone (brown too) for venting. a few months ago, i would have just let this fester inseide. and a festering wound you cant see is the worst.

anyway, meeting went ok. wont hear a final decision until after Christmas. my own feeling is is (based on my two direct bosses, including the one who "interviewed"me) that it will be ok. i wont lose my job, i wont lose my current pposition, and will get a slap on the wrist--what it will do to my future? don't know. AND this all depends on what *the* boss says--still has to pass her desk. we'll see. can't stand this being over my head. can't stand any of this being over my head anymore. i'm trying. i'm doing my best. i really am. and i only feel like i'm just moving backwards while facing forwrd. this all just really sux right now. looking for some kinda hope, someting to keep me going. im at a stand still right now. i dont like it. i feel all of these stresses, all of this bullsh1t, and no way to release it all.

Ive taken enough of everyones time. sorry--if you even get past the first few sentences. thanks for your thoughts this afternoon--think they really helped. its outta my hands now. some things just aren't in my control. other things that are? i feel like i'm losing grip on everything.

maybe its just all at once all of these mistakes ive made in my life are rearing their ugly heads all at once. can't wait to see what's next. i want to be strong, but feel i'm waivering, faltering. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Hi Liny,

I read all of that. I guess there's not much to say since you answered all of your own questions...

Deep breaths...

Some days are just really hard to take, hey?

hey smur...yeah, they've ust plain sucked lately.

And one thing i dind't mention before now, but, what the heck? i'm on a roll. (And ***NOT*** looking for sympathy--stating faacts.) because of my previous g problem and because of the new move and because my S's have contributed $60 between the two of them over the past 3 months since we've been in here, my girls will have very few Christmas presents this year. i know it's not baout the presents--really, its about the presence--but thisa is the first year my youngest d knows something of what's going on. then again, my g can be traced into every single one of my/our damn problems.

...and i know its the past, but it snever going to go away--there will always be something there that will prevent me/us from moving forward, it seems.

smur (and any other n/s company: gotta take my son to work. second day--let's see how long it'll last--cutting too much into his personal/free/friend/don't-give-a-[censored]-time. have a good night.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> there will always be something there that will prevent me/us from moving forward, it seems.
<hr /></blockquote>Obstacles, yes, but obstacles are there to get around, and we do all get there, eventually. Sounds like you're having a tough time...

This is what believer wrote yesterday

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We have all made mistakes in the PAST. We are here working on making changes and growing so that our futures will be brighter. <hr /></blockquote>Sometimes (like all the time, on the bad days) we need to remind ourselves.

Bye Liny -

Since the idiots are in confessional mode right now, I'm going to reveal my worst character flaws ... pulled up from the depths after six months of IC and lots of introspection ... and apart from the other bad character flaws of CA and not very good communication and problem solving skills:
In the past I was too easily influenced by those around me, I didn't trust my own principles and judgement enough.

It's hit me with horror, in the past few months, that watching an older friend and colleague who I respected very much, have an A and justify it in (what I now realise was) a very foggy way, just 2 months before I went on the fateful work trip where I met OM, was a huge influence on me!!

How sad is that!!
I had an A because she did....

Its good to be able to share with fellow idiots, because, of all the discussions I've had with H, this is one reason I'm not sure whether I could tell him. It sounds just too pathetic. I really want to believe I'm waaaaaaaay past that now.

[ December 15, 2004, 05:01 AM: Message edited by: smur ]

LINY, some parts of life are about surfing, some parts of life are about controlling the waves.

Pick the waves YOU can control and calm them. Surf the rest with Brown and enjoy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{{LINY }}}

" Those aren't pillows !!!!!!! "
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY -

Glad to hear your meeting went as well as could be expected.

I know it seems like you will never get out of this mess, but you will. It is an extremely stressful time of the year. Look at the boards - they're all even fighting over in recovery.

Get your little one a bunch of dollar presents at the dollar store. She'll be fine. I just hate how stressed everyone gets at Christmas. It is supposed to be such a wonderful time of the year, but for most people it isn't. Too many huge expectations.

The one who needs your help now is your wife. I would be upset about the emails too. The financial crap just adds to her insecurity. Cling to each other through this.

Your feeling of everything being down will pass. Brown will start trusting you more. Your boys will get jobs. Hang in there. Lean on this board and your higher power.

KiwiJ. you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr />
I sometimes feel I've been very rude and just disappeared without a good night. <hr /></blockquote>That's ok, I would imagine that happens here with several of us from time to time. (I know that it does with me, at least when I'm at work it does every now and then.)

RH

BP: Off til the 4th? That's great, enjoy it!

KY: Ok, NG's got Robin, not sure who Batman was but are you the Catwoman with all that scratching and clawing. <<<<OOOOWWWWaaaa>>>>

Believer: Hope you're getting over your cold soon.

Morning Mayor, where 'er you may be.

hi RH,

is it morning there... in this part of the world I'm just off to bed.
cya

RH we're off to Florida tomorrow !

With my kids AND my baby. I never DREAMED five months ago that my baby would be with me and loving me for this vacation.

Its a blessing beyond blessings despite all the hurt this year.

Thank you my dear God.

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, Have fun here in Florida. It's only 36 degrees this morning but I promise it will warm up by the time you get here!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Hey Robby ! I was in tampa Xmas 2002 when dereicts were freezin' to death in doorways and oranges were freezin' on trees !

Still had fun but bought some warm stuff ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Its gonna hit 78 in Miami today and 80 in Marathon.

I LOVE Tampa and the pinellas but too daym col' in December to spend Xmas there again.

Cant wait now. This (local) time tomorrow I'll be picking up my hire carfrom alamo and driving for a warm swim. HAHAHAHAHAHA !

Yes, its AM where I'm at.

Nite Smur, sweet dreams.

RH, I'm so CatWoman. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny, you don't have to like it, I see you understand it, now respect it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It's only 36 degrees this morning <hr /></blockquote>Robby, you would think I would laugh at you, and say Ha Ha, but it is only 18 degrees here..

and I have to go out of my snug little home today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Don't worry, my bra is padded, pointing is so rude!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Filter, must get a filter today.

Good morning Idiotville.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Don't worry, my bra is padded, pointing is so rude!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>Morning Queen Jelly Bing!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I wore a padded bra yesterday! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I tucked but still pointed when the wind blew!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Been WAY too long since SF! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Been WAY too long since SF!<hr /></blockquote>For me too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
For me too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>What? 20 minutes?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

You poor thing!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

SF ? Can't even remember the last science fiction book I read ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 SF ? Can't even remember the last science fiction book I read ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>You're right Bob...

You ARE as funny as Liny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LOL !

<blockquote>quote:<hr />SF ? Can't even remember the last science fiction book I read ! <hr /></blockquote>Gateway.

Robby - pointys can be remedied by duct tape. Anything can be fixed with duct tape. I thought all men knew that....I thought it was innate, or genetic or something.

Good mornin' idiots!

Bob,

There's a slogan for Sin City (Las Vegas) that says "What happens in here stays here."

Maybe you can apply that to you and Squid for not thinking about A crap on holiday.

What happens in the UK stays in the UK! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Maybe when you return the memory will be a bit faded.

Enjoy paradise!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 Robby - pointys can be remedied by duct tape. Anything can be fixed with duct tape. I thought all men knew that....I thought it was innate, or genetic or something.
<hr /></blockquote>Thought of that but I'm not a porn star, hence not shaved. Duct tape would certainly be painful to remove! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Maybe Saran wrap?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I've heard that the Amish use saran wrap. (and it's not too effective)

(((SCREAMING)))

MY MENTAL EYE! MY MENTAL EYE!!!!!

Robby - too early in the morning to envision you as a porn star! You did get the pic of you I sent you right? Geez. So much for having a breakfast taco...not even hungry now!

Morning I'ville:
SF: What's that? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
I am reborn. Born again virgin <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Or call me grownover.

ANyone checked out the fogese thread? I posted after I laughed and rolled my eyes for 9 long pages. OOOWWWWW!! my eyes hurt! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Duct tape? Anyone familiar with the Red Green show?

Enjoy paradise!!

I am sure we will Robby. Thanks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

When I get back from Florida I am back for a week then I go to Vegas for a week on our sales kickoff. I will miss my family while I'm there. I always do <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

The Amish have saran wrap ? This is a bizarre statement !

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Anyone familiar with the Red Green show?
<hr /></blockquote>Is that the Canadian comedy show where the guys fix everything with duct tape?

We used to get it on PBS down here, but haven't seen it in years.

breakfast taco

MMMM las Manitas on congress breakfast tacos and breakfast potatoes with a cold hibiscus tea mmmmm.

I MISS Austin ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

[ December 15, 2004, 08:49 AM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
Or call me grownover.
<hr /></blockquote>LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The Amish have saran wrap ? <hr /></blockquote>Depending on the sect of Amish it is. Some are more lax than others.

Yes, it is Canadian. Two things about the show stick in my mind. If you can't be handsome be handy. And duct tape fixes everything.

Oh Ya? I'll order a truck load. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You know, that is not a bad idea. I'll bet I could duct tape WH for a while. Or do a Robby on him and just duct tape the "necessary bits". Or, even all over for the WH's like mine that are "furry". THink you want to run away? Try running while I hold one end as the duct tape AKA known as hair remover. Gee, I'm funny or sick. Not sure which.

Oh, I have another one. Duct taped the OW/OM's car shut. Maybe with them and the WS inside? THat could speed up the "closeness" they so desire.

Hmmm, my mind is racing now. Vroom. Vroom. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Gee, I'm funny or sick. Not sure <hr /></blockquote>BOTH! And I like it (hehe)!

My preference is to hang OW by her hair, then beat her like a pinata.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AH, DD, If I had a face to go with a possible name, I would likely be with you. But, that would have to come AFTER WH's had his hair removal and "necessary bits" adjustment appointment.

His choice his consequences. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh yes Kimmy I remember that one well !

You got away with that IIRC while my "smashing OMs legs with a baseball bat" got me censured...I call that sexism ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The tape and the car...nice one. * strokes chin * nah, wouldn;t work for me. OM is an unemployed sponging wastrel and his car is his GFs. I wouldn't want to inconvenience her in any way... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> His choice his consequences.
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah. But she still gets a huge kick out of torturing me. She's said as much. Biotch. (her not you)

Bob, I didn't know you got censored. It was a fun thread. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Can I feel old for a moment and wallow in self pity? I just realized that in less than a week my birthday will be here. Can I start counting backwards now?

Kimmy, No way. As you can see by my sig, I am as old as DIRT!

I figure I have earned every smile and frown wrinkle and grey hair. Well, the 3 that I have. Plus, you really are as old as you feel. Heck, I am just 29 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You are just a young pup!

Mornin idiots.

To "defend" brown, she wrote me her "response" on letter form. I don't want any A talk so I'll jeust leave it there. [censored]! Well, no A talk for afew more hours--IC before work today.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Some are more lax than others.<hr /></blockquote>I swear de, i thought i read "latex."
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

believer..thanks...one day at a time, right?

padded bras sometimes dont work for brown. yummy. (did i just say that?!?!)

I suppose this would be anopther one of my "problems." (along with everyone here.) And it's been WAY more than 20 minutes!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

see ya on the n/s everyone. have a good day. make sure you stay as funny as i am.

Bob: robby's just jealous! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> and if i don't get a chance to "see" you later--HAVE A GREAT TIME IN FLORIDA!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS MATE!!!
{{{bob/squis/&shrimp}}}

Confused over one thing folks: WHY IN THE WORLD WOULD PRON STARS USE DUCT TAPE?!?!?!?!?

There...more room in iville. Hmmm...killed the thread--well--delayed the thread, i see.

see yalater all.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I swear de, i thought i read "latex."
<hr /></blockquote>Horn dawg.

Squid's doing shopping for our journey. She txted me to ask if theres anything I need. I said no, thanks. She txted back :

" Not even me ? X"

I replied " I am trying not to need you, but it gets harder <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> X "

SHE replied "I want u to need me. I need u. I wont hurt u again. X"

All from the shop floor at Tescos. Wow.

Thats her first admission that she needs me since d-day.

Wow. Not sure how to proceed but its gotta be good.

Its nice to be needed. I felt surplus for a while there, THEN only I knew she needed me. Now she knows herself. Progress huh.

I think Bob's gonna get lucky before his trip.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Every chance kimmy....every chance... if she asks me nicely <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> padded bras sometimes dont work for brown. <hr /></blockquote>Same goes for me, ST loves it too. pervs

F-again, I'm 29 too. Just turned in fact. I feel and look 18 though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> HA!

Holy Cow, I'm a porn star!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
You guys figure it out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wow, lots of info shared today. Obviously I forgot to get my filter while I was in town. Good news, the sun is shining and it is now 25 degrees.

Bob Pure, I hope you and your darling wife have a great Christmas. I will be thinking of you, and missing your mushy posts. All my love.
{{{{{{bob}}}}}} big squeeze, and one lick <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

KY all blessings darl'.

No mush intended, only care

{{{{KY & ST }}}}

oh, but Bob, I love mush. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You are delicious.

Jelly,

You can't be a PRON star (as spelled by LINY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ).

1-you're too tiny (yes up and downstairs)
2-didn't you complain on the other page of not getting sex for quite some time. PORN stars have it daily. And I should know as a former...

[ December 15, 2004, 11:43 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

My 'real' surname starts with an 'O'.
I occasionally get called "Mr. O" by folks who can't be arsed to remember my unusual name.

I ALWAYS reply " Look ! I was young, I needed the money , it was just ONE movie must you ALWAYS remind me of that ???!!!! "

People look bemused. It amuses me at least <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

You guys figure it out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>If I've said it once I've said it a hundred times...

ST, YOU MY FRIEND, ARE A VERY LUCKY MAN!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mr. O, was you working your way through college? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly,

You can't be a PRON star (as spelled by LINY ).

1-you're too tiny (yes up and downstairs)
2-didn't you complain on the other page of not getting sex for quite some time. PORN stars have it daily. And I should know as a former...

<hr /></blockquote>Liny is as bright as funny, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

1. Who says I'm too tiny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
2. That was so not me, and never will be me, have you met my H????

I knew you would get it Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Mr. O, was you working your way through college? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Was you?

LMAO!!

Robby, everybody is lurking but not posting, where is the Sheriff? Who is the Sheriff? And did I spell it right?

She talks like that IRL, too. It's cute as can be, and I figured it was a Northern thang. She's the dearest!

Damn lurkers!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

They must be Idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jelly - You know me, I love to lurk, especially when I'ville is just rolling along happily. It is very comforting. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Damn lurkers!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Bite me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I've got to work sometimes, ya know?!?!?!

Oh PuhLeeeeezzze!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Some of us are lurking cuz we can't spend all day on here, and it takes HOURS to read two days worth of posts!!

Sheesh!! Let me alone so's I can read now, will ya!!!

PS -
Mornin Y'all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That way no arrests have to be made and it saves the town on paper.

And, might I add -

WHO ORDERED THE BLASTED COLD WEATHER????

I had to climb into the attic this morning to get my winter stuff out!!!! Thought I was gonna freeze my little tushie off!!

Told you they were Idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I know, Lemon. It was 29 this morning at my crappy little beach house. With it being on stilts, the floor FELT 29, too! It's supposed to be a high of 60, though.

Robby, I can't post this, but you know what I want to say, don't you???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby, I can't post this, but you know what I want to say, don't you????
<hr /></blockquote>That you are wondermus?

You are.

Why are you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 It was 29 this morning at my crappy little beach house. <hr /></blockquote>Poor girl and her beach house!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Cry me a ****ing river!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But it really is a POS.

It's got termite damage, and the floors are not even. I spilled a pop, and it ran into the corner.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby, I can't post this, but you know what I want to say, don't you???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>No Clue!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Email me and make my day!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> 1. Who says I'm too tiny?
2. That was so not me, and never will be me, have you met my H???? <hr /></blockquote>1. You do. (w/ your LMTLAO)
2. No, but would love to, b/c he sounds like such a cool guy.

Oh, right Robby - Look who's talkin!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I don't do cold weather - I'd like to see real snow once, but that's it - once! I asked Weaver to take some pics and send 'em here, but she rolled her eyes, and said "Southerners!!!" I guess she thought I was joking - oh well!!

Actually, I guess I can say that I did see real snow once - last summer, we were in NV, crossing to CA, around Donovan's Pass - Beautiful area, picked out a couple of places where they can build my next house! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Sad story about the town, though - just can't imagine it snowing in June, and well, I guess that's why I live in FL, right?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />
posted December 15, 2004 12:13 PM
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quote:
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Originally posted by Dealan-de:
It was 29 this morning at my crappy little beach house.
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Poor girl and her beach house!!

Cry me a ****ing river!!

<hr /></blockquote>LMAO

Hey, can I list 3 idiot things ST has done? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BEACH house!!!

Go to Lowe's already!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />No, but would love to, b/c he sounds like such a cool guy. <hr /></blockquote>Great perverts think alike. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NO! It has to be his fess up!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Hey, can I list 3 idiot things ST has done? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Go for it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Go to Lowe's already!!
<hr /></blockquote>Not my house. I've made all the improvements I care to make on it.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> NO! It has to be his fess up!
<hr /></blockquote>Great then, here goes.

1. wore 2 belts to work, I think you all heard that one.

2. Constantly leaves stuff on the top of the wood burning stove and melts it. (today, two beer coolies)

3. every time he leaves the house, he has to come back, he forgets something every single time.

Robby, never mind. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 Oh, right Robby - Look who's talkin!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>What?

I don't live in a beach house!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
Robby, never mind. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Come on Jelly Bing !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 15, 2004, 12:29 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

last time I did you cried like a school girl.

I'm fine, go about being an idiot. I'll just suck up my pain and sacrifice my feelings to spare you any kind of heart ache, after all I am a woman.

RH, you said on top and bottom??????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 last time I did you cried like a school girl.<hr /></blockquote>Boo Hoo!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Why do women have to take everything they own on holiday ? I am packing like three pairs O drawers some shorts and jeans, and Squidis taking a dressless evening strap, ballet shoes, arm boots, a Portuguese national costume, a Smurf costume etc etc

Grr.

AND we have to take 3 suitacses this year. Flippin' kids clothes ar ea sbig as adult ones now !!!

Wat, yeah you, I see you looking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

4. ST stepped out of his truck yesterday with a tray full of truffles (for work, at work) he stepped on ice, and fell right on his butt, and elbow. He only lost a couple of truffles.

5. If I had a dime for all the times he has left his wallet on top of his truck and drove off and lost it, I would be filthy rich.

BTW, I'm just trying to see if he is lurking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

robby, have you checked out Native00's thread. I didn't read it, just the title.

I replied, but it seems every time I mail you, I get kicked off, just you, what is that???

KY: I saw your picture. They looked average sized. So you wouldn't qualify as a P Star. Plus, surely, you're not trying to tell us you video ST and yourself?

OK, not that I can't keep up, but well, guess I'll just go back to lurking!

Right, I'm logging off. Bless you all I'villians. See you in January.Love each other and yourselves 'kay ?

Love

Bob

popopopow - I killed it, I killed it, woohoohoo!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ok, and remember to have enough fun for us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have a great trip Bob!!! Enjoy yourselves - Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!

Hi YL. Love to you.

Enjoy Bob, will be dying to hear from you.

RH, NO I'm not saying that. As if!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby I tried to reply, but it booted me off Yahoo. I'll try again later.

ST is home and wanting my help.

bye for now.

Did you get that garage floor painted? Then, go be helpful.

L8r

Well, I have been trying since 7 am to say good morning and now it is almost noon! My DSL wouldn't work at home and what happens when I get to work? Well..one they expect me to WORK! But now I am exhausted and need a vacation from reading all these pages. My goodness Idiots, get a job! Of course now that I can post, the town is deserted. Heeellloooooo heeelllloooo is there an echo in heeerrrree???

Hey, just wanted to say been long time no SF for me too. Glad I am not alone. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Good morning and afternoon idiots. Bob, Merry Christmas to you and your family. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hi FF! The l8r was just a goodbye to that girl who wasn't really here (KY).

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> 4. ST stepped out of his truck yesterday with a tray full of truffles (for work, at work) he stepped on ice, and fell right on his butt, and elbow. He only lost a couple of truffles<hr /></blockquote>Oh my garsh, poor guy. That reminds me of an idiotic thing I did when I was much younger. I was working at McDonalds and the soft serve sundae machine was empty. So I took the tub in the back to refill it with the liquid that makes the ice cream. Well, normally you take the stuff and fill in at the machine but I thought I would save time and fill the tub right in the walk in refrigerator. So I take a step with this very heavy, full tub and yup slipped. The tub of sticky liquid ice cream dummped all over me! My manager decided it would be funny if I worked the rest of the day like that, so he wouldn't let me change I worked the lunch rush in a hot grill with stick gooey dried up ice cream all over me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Reading all this stuff on the boards lately about character flaws and my recent confession to being a FWS, has caused me to re-examine nearly every relationship I have ever had. Jelly, I think you hit on the head for me when you said you have matured. That is exactly where I feel I finally am. I think in my 30's I was extremely immature when it came to relationships. I never had good life examples and really did not do much self examination. So, my question is do the character flaws go away when you realize what they are, own up to them and stop doing those things?

Hey RH, how are you today? Glad to know the town is not deserted. I am filling in for a department that answers the public lines here so i get to sit at my desk and pretend I am working. I also get to do my I'ville job and answer questions about things I know nothing about! Wow, talk about reality and cyber worlds colliding!

FF,

Thanks for asking. Better than yesterday.

you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> So, my question is do the character flaws go away when you realize what they are, own up to them and stop doing those things? <hr /></blockquote>I don't think the character flaw 'goes away,' but by being aware of it, it is easier to keep under control. I think that is why some people are able to not have A's, because they are aware of that vulnerability.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I don't think the character flaw 'goes away,' but by being aware of it, it is easier to keep under control. I think that is why some people are able to not have A's, because they are aware of that vulnerability <hr /></blockquote>Ok, that makes sense. Our MC asked me last week if I thought I would ever have another A. I told her flat out NO! Why? Because I never stop reminding myself how much damage I did to myself, to my M and children. Not only that I am now aware of the difference between liking a trait or characteristic about another person and being committed to a real relationship. Does that make sense? Whenever I find myself being amused or think another man has a cute quirk, I remind myself that that is all it is. I remind myself on a regular basis what I love about my H, even though it is hard to do some days. So I guess this is part of owning up to my own flaws and dealing with them in a more mature fashion?

Am I just babbling?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Does that make sense? <hr /></blockquote>To me, Yes

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> o I guess this is part of owning up to my own flaws and dealing with them in a more mature fashion? <hr /></blockquote>That is definitely a more mature way of dealing with it. (Good job, keep it up.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Am I just babbling? <hr /></blockquote>I wouldn't use the word babbling, but you can and did. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Anyway, have a great day, I'm leaving work now.

OK...haveta go to he11, but two things....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />ST is home and wanting my help.<hr /></blockquote>ST: you da man!!!! Please tell me your trick!!!

FF-How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?

Have a good nite everyone!

(edited to correct my speloing as apparently RH has chnaged occupations in i-ville to substitute grammar teacher! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 15, 2004, 02:32 PM: Message edited by: LINY ]

Good night Henny err Liny! Need some more jokes later, 'kay?

faith, you did not just encourage Liny to joke did you? DID YOU!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

RH, the floor is painted, but he did that. I did the walls. it looks awesome out there. I tell you more in a bit.

sorry Jelly, but I am desperate for a laugh! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

No word from AW lately? Hope that is a good sign. RIF, you home yet? Hope you are enjoying the time off.

And Liny is FUNNY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> had to get that in while Robby is sleeping on the job. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

(dancing around my desk)

"I got some Bambi jerky...
I got some Bambi jerky..."

NUM!

FF-

Please edit your last post NOW!!!

I miss Liny's jokes like a miss a cold sore!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dealan,

That's what we're getting my H for Xmas!

Dobie

Dobie - Do you think he will want a cold sore for Christmas?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Dobie - Do you think he will want a cold sore for Christmas?

<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO

Robby 13 said <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I miss Liny's jokes like a miss an old friend!!

<hr /></blockquote>

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Dobie - Do you think he will want a cold sore for Christmas? <hr /></blockquote>lol...I'll answer on his behalf and say no.

Starz-

You there?

I have a new target acquisition for you.

Standard contract plus $10k.

Expedite.

Dobie - Are you moving into town or just slumming?

Believer--your LM thread really has me thinking as you have noticed on my earlier posts. This quote from Jelly <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
I had an A because I have character flaws <hr /></blockquote>Really got to me. I love this board y'all really have me digging deep into myself. Hurts and helps all at the same time.

Thanks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

good evening ejits!!!

i don't feel like reading the last oh 50 pages or so ........ so i'll just make up my own stuff .... all the rest of you may or may not reply .........

i really hate work. it seems like today i didn't stop going from the minute i walked in the place, until the 20 minutes past my time to leave. i was just a little helper to everybody. they all think i know something - we all know better - i'm an idiot. i'm very tired and tomorrow i have a meeting and i don't want to go. it's for a job that i "volunteered" for - well exactly my boss "volunteerd" me (again thinking i knew something ... silly fools ... all of them). so anyway, i have to coporate dress for this meeting ... and it's getting so cold up here ... the whole skirt, stockings and blouse thing doesn't sound so good. the only thing i'm loking forward to is that i'll be meeting people that work in an area that i'd like to go to (and their position makes more money without having to go into management <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

well, the phone rang and i've decided i should answer it

Hey freaks.

Who is coming to my performance this weekend...anyone....anyone....??

chirp chirp chirp chirp...

HEY...why DO I HEAR CRICKETS???????

I have my final rehearsal tonight (YAHOO)! I cannot wait to get back to being a slacker on Wednesday nights.

I hate my life. Have I ever mentioned that?

DE- a friggin beach house????? Come on!!!! WHEN ARE YOU HAVING THE PARTY!!! I will NOT BRING OREOS....they are the devil!!!

I've decided to get sick, sloppy, and have a massive bender this coming Friday. My heart is hurting, and nothing heals a broken heart like too much tequilla. Right? SO, who is in???? Anyone, anyone? chirp chirp. THERE ARE THOSE D@MN CRICKETS AGAIN!!! WTF!!

Robby, Saran wrap...sheesh...from what I have heard, a small piece of scotch tape will do the trick (or was that pre-enlargement surgery..sorry, my bad).

KY, like I tell my daughter, you are a good girl, you are special, and Jesus loves you. So, there!!!

YL, hey sis!

Believer, what up? Know of any yaght parties headed to Tampa Bay (and yes, I cannot spell yaht, yaght, yaught, yot, yauht, whatever). Nevermind...see my note below....and previously for that matter...

Starz, how are you?

Love to all the new edjuts and my old friends that are too numbered to count

{{{{{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}}}}}.

Here is a funny question. We are all such creatures of habit and experience. I read a book on relationship physcology (pre-d-day, when all I thought was that eyechart had just fallen out of love with me), and, it basically said we are attracted to people like our parents, to try and undo past hurts. But the problem is, the sheer fact that they are LIKE our parents means two things. 1.) they are likely to repeat the hurt, because they will most likely respond the same way, and 2.) they are NOT responsible, and should not be, for healing your past hurts. Too much responsibility for a relationship, especially if it is happening subconsciously.

So....

How does one win that battle????

Too deep for i-ville? Of maybe perfect...as it sounds idiotic for sure anyway!! Damn psychologists!

Ugh...why can I just not try and "play for the other team?"

It is cold.

KY, did you send down the cold. TAKE IT BACK....NOW!!!!!

ahhhh..shiesta...I killed the thread.

Anyone there...anyone.....

Chirp Chirp Chirp...

I HATE CRICKETS!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Dobie - Are you moving into town or just slumming? <hr /></blockquote>I don't know. Does that make me a freeloader?

Well you sure ain't a renter or buyer. We do have a lot of rules here. But I forget what they are.

Perhaps our resident homeless person?

Hint: I'll hang out anywhere if somebody buys my drinks!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 Perhaps our resident homeless person? <hr /></blockquote>Not allowed!!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Name three non-A idiotic things you have done and GET A JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think you're in. Robby?

1. The power went out while I was reading a book. I sat in the dark for a while, then thought that since I couldn't read anymore I'd put a movie in the VCR to watch.

2. Forgot the punch line to a blonde joke.

3. Walked into a men's room at a bar.

4. Lifelong habit of locking my keys in the car. I made extra sets for emergencies, but that doesn't help when you lock the purse carrying them in there as well.

What sort of work are you looking for? I'm a fairly good guard dog.

Wait, I don't have to post all the stupid stuff I do here, do I? That could take too much time every day!

Welcome Dobie,

Loved the third item. No, if we mentioned every idiotic thing we did every day we would have 3,000 pages by now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Brown - you still on the phone?

Actually, I had an excuse for the third item. My friend was about 5'7" with short reddish-brown hair and I was going to the bathroom with her. Female bonding, ya know. Somehow a guy with the same height and hair got between us and looked just like her. What a strange variation on beer goggles. So I followed him straight in there, then looked around in confusion, wondering why all the men are in the ladies room. And where the heck did the urinals come from?!

My girlfriend got lots of buddy points. She came in and got me.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So I followed him straight in there, then looked around in confusion, wondering why all the men are in the ladies room. And where the heck did the urinals come from?!

<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ROTHFL I love it! I knew there was more than the ladies room was too busy reason! LOL

I think it gave me an obsessive compulsive disorder. I can't walk into a public restroom now without checking the sign at least twice. Sometimes I walk into one that's completely empty and start to doubt myself. I hang there in indecision. I usually go back out and check again.

I can't even imagine how embarrassing that would be if I were sober at the time.

Hey, maybe I should be a restroom attendant here?

Where's the bartender? Hey Mayor we have an idiot that can't find the right restroom without a drink! Can you help her out? While you're at it I'll have one of the cold ones that RIF never claimed.

Bar's Open!!

Drinks on the House!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Smoke 'em if you got 'em!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK OK securities here, oh wait, I didnt sign up for this mess <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> wheres the beer??

Ok third idiot thing done just the other day, must of blocked it out <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Anyway, left work and wsa walking home and put my water bottle full of root beer in my work bag, I have to have a spill proof top because I work with a computer, well, the top it isnt spill proof if you leave the top open I noticed, but it was wet out and thought I splashed a puddle up the back of my legs, started getter wetter and wetter, hmmmm, I thought "how odd?" When I got home the back of my jacket, shirt, and pants were soaked, all I thought was wow, I got myself good. Took my bag off my shoulder and noticed it dripping root beer, the bottle was full and it was now empty, bummer, I just paid a dollar for it.....

Where's F-again?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 Smoke 'em if you got 'em!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I like I'ville already, howdy Mayor!!

[ December 15, 2004, 06:18 PM: Message edited by: Learning The Hard Way ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Took my bag off my shoulder and noticed it dripping root beer, the bottle was full and it was now empty, bummer, I just paid a dollar for it.....

<hr /></blockquote>Oh my gosh, poor this guy a real beer please! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wait a minute - I missed Steve's 2nd thing. Is he trying to sneak in here?

Oh my gosh, poor this guy a real beer please!

quoting myself above...THIS IS ANOTHER REASON I AM AN IDIOT! CAN'T SPELL.

here my second thing, wait, maybe i dont want to show you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

http://www.marriagebuilders.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=37;t=033769;p=213

Hi FF, hi believer, hi Steve,

Has Steve got a job yet??

I got next round, but Im broke so we have to pretend ok? Anyone for poker? I got 6 mil in cash here ready to go....

Hi Smur,

I think Steve is doing security? Well time to leave for home. Can you get pulled over for drinking in I'ville?

Yes smur, I am security, lemme know if you need anything <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
Can you get pulled over for drinking in I'ville? <hr /></blockquote>Not by me. Whos the designated decoy around here anyway?

Sorry, Mister Mayor - I was taking a lunch break - Sniper here reporting for duty. What's the assignment??

hi, Dipit - I'll get back to you right after my duty to the Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Starz, looks like we'll be drinking together at some point, nice to meet you. Sniper huh? might be working together to <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bye FF - I'm not ignoring your post, just thinking it over.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I read a book on relationship physcology and it basically said we are attracted to people like our parents, to try and undo past hurts. But the problem is, the sheer fact that they are LIKE our parents means two things. 1.) they are likely to repeat the hurt, because they will most likely respond the same way, and 2.) they are NOT responsible, and should not be, for healing your past hurts. Too much responsibility for a relationship, especially if it is happening subconsciously.

So....

How does one win that battle????
<hr /></blockquote>I know this was pages and pages ago and also pretty deep for this time of the day, but no one commented so I'm going to.

I read that too.

It sounds initially totally wacko and weird, but I think its true, and if you look into things in your past Rs you can sort of see it happening (or maybe in other people's Rs - its easier to see than in your own).

But its not really that helpful to know, since mostly this is all going on subconciously, and unless you're going to dump your S and start all over again, this time determined NOT to pick someone also based on your subconscious need to right your childhood wrongs....

I guess what I'm saying is, for me I think its better to stick to the day to day reactions that I CAN fix and keep this stuff as kind of interesting background info. But yes, keep in mind not to ask too much of my H - he is not responsible for my self-esteem, for example.

Steve - I like frozen margaritas with salt in a frosty mug. Is this seat taken?

hi starz,

Gotta go and get the day's work started... I'd join you all for a drink but its only 10 in the morning here... drunk before lunchtime...hmmm

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
Is this seat taken? <hr /></blockquote>Nope, slide on up little lady. Im partial to captain and coke myself, but an ice cold beer is real good to!

Never learned to like beer, sorry. But I can handle at least 2 giant margaritas tonight. Where is the dang bartender? Never here when you need one.

Hi, Smur - you could just have a lemonade or something - it's the atmosphere more than the alcohol.

A margarita sounds good! None of those fancy peach ones or anything. I want to taste my tequila.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 And Liny is FUNNY! <hr /></blockquote>Starz,

Need I say more?!?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Learning The Hard Way:
 Im partial to captain and coke myself.<hr /></blockquote>Love the Captain!!

Very good with Diet Coke with Lime. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey everyone. Evening Believer. I am just home from work.

Starz THat frosty mug is not as good as the fishbowl size.

Hey Dobie. Nice to meet you. I LOVE apricot and peach margaritas. THat 'cause I watch my salt intake. HE HE. And it is far healthier, cause you get your daily minimum dose of fruit. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Very nutritious. I am soooo health concious. (COUGH COUGH AS I light another)

DipiT THe author of that book is Harville Hendrix; HOw to get the love you want. It is freaky, because I just drove over an hour both ways to pick it up last night. WH's C recommended it to him. LMAO. Especially as it is meant for couples and he is insisting that he will not EVER reconcile. MAybe that is why he was so testy when I called him last night to say I was getting the book ,too. He was reading it already. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Mind you the book ticked me off. It amkes it sound like everything about your parents that you reall hate is what you look for in a mate!(the positive too but you want your spouse to take the pain away that they felt growing up. OMG I had to put the darn think down before I threw it. THe current sitch we are all in and this author says we are the worst part of S parents! How is that for pressure and even less hope?

ANyway, I am off to do my first CHristmas sgopping. WHich I don't want to do.

So, no passing out and leaving glasses all over the place until I can come back and join y'all. Back in a couple of hours. See ya.

F-again - Hi - I tried to keep things settled down here, but looks like they're off and running.

Sheesh - they really settled down.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 Actually, I had an excuse for the third item. My friend was about 5'7" with short reddish-brown hair and I was going to the bathroom with her. Female bonding, ya know. Somehow a guy with the same height and hair got between us and looked just like her. What a strange variation on beer goggles. So I followed him straight in there, then looked around in confusion, wondering why all the men are in the ladies room. And where the heck did the urinals come from?!

My girlfriend got lots of buddy points. She came in and got me. <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!!

Dobie - you could be trying out for idiot of the year - but you gotta get job! (if you haven't already) and Robby's the mayor - KY is the queen - blah blah blah - oh and welcome to idiotville blah blah blah - i'm the cheer -frickin' - leader (I guess I should change the "blah blah blah" to "rah rah rah yeah right"

I need a drink. Whose tending the bar???? Tell me now, or I'll help myself and put it on the mayor's tab!!!! ........... still waiting ........... waiting still ............. stilling wait ...........stait willing ..... oh what eva!!!!

Brown,

You keep Liny from trying to be funny and you get free drinks for life!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry, guys, got called away by IB to internet shop for his nephews which he was supposed to do last week sometime so I'm bailing him out of trouble with his mom. Why do I do that?

The first margarita was pretty good. Double the tequila on the next one. Now I remember why I don't like bar stools. My legs are too short and when I drink margaritas, I keep falling off the stool. Somebody help me up.

I put them all on your tab .... I still haven't decided what I'm drinking ... the Captain and coke sounded lovely ... Definitely not the Margaritas, I don't drink Ta-kill-ya ... I'm thinking a shot of Jack with a Heinee chaser .... or maybe a Toasted Almond (that's so yummy in the winter weather - it'll warm you a$$ right up)

But why am I trying to decide what to drink?!?! I'll never convince LINY he's not funny - and not with all these idiots encouraging him. I've told you before LINY is funny - Funny - hum not Funny-haha (but I love him anyway!!!)

And how are you tonight Mayor!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Heinee chaser .... <hr /></blockquote>I made myself laugh with that one ... I know that was so Beavis and [censored] and not like me at all. I am an idiot - and I wasn't even tryin' <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

HO HO HO! DOn't go to the stores. Yuck, CHristmas BLECH. WHat a nightmare. BUt we bought DD a beautiful 100% silk dress and sparkly shoes. OMG she looks about 21 not 12. She is so gorgeous. And is a wonderful soul. She is my light and my life. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

We were supposed to get a tree but I can't face it.! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> We will have to wait until Dork gets here Tuesday. THat has always been their tradition to pick out a tree.

Haven't done 1 stick of shopping either. It looks like Scrooge's house right now. Between the packed boxes and the sense that this is not our home anymore, Very difficult to get Chrismassy. Yikes I think I have to come up with some CHristmas SPirit(s)

Just pass over biggest bottle of spiced rum and a straw. I'll have a Diet Vanilla Coke chaser. And keep them coming.

THanks.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Dobie - you could be trying out for idiot of the year - but you gotta get job! <hr /></blockquote>Personally, I thought my "lights out" moment outranked the bathroom fiasco because I was sober at the time of that one.

Looks like there's tough competition here for the job of Village Idiot, but I'm willing to put in my application.

I'm trying to think of good jobs for me. Restroom attendant, dog catcher, animal behaviorist, whatever. How about Vice President? I can be elusive and mysterious.

Hey, I've always wanted to drive a tank! Do ya'll need a tank driver? I'm sure I can figure it out on my own instead of dealing with that pesky training. I could hang out at the city limits and intimidate any smart people who try to come in.

Please don't make me take one of those stupid high school aptitude tests to figure out my career.

Hey F-again the Diet Vanilla coke and spiced rum that sounds yummy too !!!! Who was the wine tester again?!?! I'm so confused about what to drink ... if I drink 'em all I might get drunk!!!!! (Well, duh!!!)

Restroom attendant

LOL!!!

Dobie you'll fit in here just fine - I guess I just called you a fine idiot <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I agree!!

Restroom Attendant it is!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And we need that really fancy stuff... like crushed ice in the urinals!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sweet!!!

Yeah, what is with that mint in the urinals anyways?

Fighting alone:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> DipiT THe author of that book is Harville Hendrix; HOw to get the love you want. It is freaky, because I just drove over an hour both ways to pick it up last night. WH's C recommended it to him. LMAO. Especially as it is meant for couples and he is insisting that he will not EVER reconcile. MAybe that is why he was so testy when I called him last night to say I was getting the book ,too. He was reading it already. <hr /></blockquote>Yep, I know. I read the whole book. At the end, I was just crawled up in a ball, CRYING MY EYES OUT. Because, welllllll, it was so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so true. Seriously. In a creepy. no f'in way, kinda way. And I could see how eyechart (my name for ex) was like my Dad, and how I was so much like his Mom. Seriously. SCARRRRRRRRRRY!!!!! Keep reading it. I really found it to be very insightful, very helpful reading to know myself a little better.

And so, what the hell does one do with that knowledge? Go for people you are NOT attracted to???? Prolly have a better chance of having a lasting, long term relationship with them!!!! I fear repeating patterns in my current, post divorce relationships, and, I do not want to do that.

And Robby, you did not get my idiot joke. "resident" "homeless person." That is a oxymoron, isn't it? Like, "jumbo" "shrimp?" Or is it onomatapeia.

Speaking of 'peia...where is the restroom attendant. I gottttttttttta go.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 15, 2004, 10:19 PM: Message edited by: SerendipiT ]

Sorry my first ever double post!

[ December 15, 2004, 10:29 PM: Message edited by: fightingalone-again ]

Dobie, reading your idiot moments reminded me of mine, too.

Another club? HHMM,? SHould I be worried? Actually I was stone cold sober. Was honestly there to dance. Love to dance. Anyway someone asked me to dance,. SO, this handsome hunk leads the way towards the dance floor. On the way there are about 4 or 5 shallow steps with the lights built in so you can see the stairs in the dark club. Alll the way down the stairs and crowded around the bottom are about 30 or 40 men. With me so far? There I am jammin' to the beat and strolling oh so coolly down the stairs. Doing my blonde hair flip and doing the flirty thing. However, the last stair had no lights <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I went flying forwards in a VERY crowded club. It felt like slow motion, because at the same time I'm thinking OMG this can't be happening. I CAN'T be falling on my face! I was grabbing at all these male bodies trying to stop from hitting the deck. It didn't work! I landed on my hands and knees in front of this huge group of men who just stared as I jumped up and scurried onto the dance floor.

One problem, I was in such agony that I was nauseous and seeing stars. My foot ached so bad. I actually left the club ( which was upstairs) and walked home 5 blocks away. Which was uphill. (Very Frisco like hills) Whimpering all the way and went to bed. Woke up the next day and didn't recognize my foot. I couldn't see my toes at all! And my foot up to past my ankle was black! I had broken my foot across the top. OWW. I knew it hurt.

But, after I got a cast on, my male friends carried me up the stairs the next night so I could dance again. (SHould I say that the cast was plaster and after dancing on it, the next day they had to saw it off and put on a fibreglass one.

OMG, I totally forgot what happened when I went to the hospital for get the cast replaced. NOw I am laughing. It was actually the hospital where my DD25 was born.

Just before she was born, my 1st husband was just putting on the 7th and last coat of varnish on the floor. ANd then he ran down the stairs to rinse out the brush. THen ran back up the stairs to give it a last smooth over. WHen he ran up the stairs I hear this roar and a string of swear words that you would believe.

So, I pop my head and look up the stairs. At the same time I hear F#$ck. Hubby slams the roller attached to the broomstick on the railing. Well, the roller snapped off and split my head open. NOt funny. Turned out my cat sauntered from one end of the room to the window and back with grass and dirt on his paws and left indentation in the still wet varnish. So, I am rushed ot the hospital with a very bloody headwound. THe hospital immediately put me in a wheelshair and tried to get me to maternity. UH DUH! I am bleeding. SO then I had to register and tell them my husband hit a roller on a railing and it hit me in the head. THey weren't listening the wrote <blockquote>quote:<hr />9 month Pregant MRs XXX hit herself on the head with a roller<hr /></blockquote>WTH? Picture that. ME standing there banging my head repeatedly with a paint roller.

Okay that's the background. So, as the admitting clerk is taking all my info I was chatting and telling them this story of the paint roller. and how they got the story wrong. THen this woman asks"How did you break your ankle?" I very flippantly said "Oh, I was break dancing" And then laughed and said I stepped off a poorly lit stair. Well, I am sure you guessed it. THey wrote <blockquote>quote:<hr />Ms. XX broke her ankle while break dancing <hr /></blockquote>"

Okay, break dancing might have happened but honestly, I was over 30 at the time and sure as heck don't look like a teen break dancer. And of course, they didn't correct either incident. Sheesh.

Yup, as I wrote this, I am a card carrying member of I'ville <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 15, 2004, 10:28 PM: Message edited by: fightingalone-again ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SerendipiT:
 Fighting alone:

Speaking of 'peia...where is the restroom attendant. I gottttttttttta go.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Here I am!

I forget, is it the one with the pants or the skirt on the sign? Ah well, it doesn't matter that much, does it?

My first night here and I've sunk this place to the level of potty humor. I'm kind of proud of myself.

Ohhhh...potty humor is welcome in Idiotville.

I gotta:

Drop the kids off at the pool
Take the Cleveland Browns to the Superbowl
Let the dogs out

He he he he he he he he!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Isn't it nice when the hospital really doesn't listen to what happened?

I worked in medical records and saw a great transcription error. A girl came in with Gyn problems.

"Patient started menaces at the age of 13."

I couldn't decide whether it was a typo or just a more honest term.

dipiT,

I actually had to think about those...

Fighting, I am reading your post, and laughing so loud, I pee-ed my pants.

DOH!!!! Dobie, I TOLD YOU I HAD TO GO!!!!!!!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Sounds like the tombstone that said, "I told you I was sick!"

Ummmm... Dobie.

Potty humor is not your strong suit, huh?

Perhaps we should coach you on the tacky, class-less ways of referring to going #2.

I prefer to use at work, after an especially tantalizing meal of chili and hot sauce, after doing my "business in the rest room," to muss up my hair, swing open the door, and scream:

Doooooooooooooo NOT (pause for dramatic effect), GO IN THERE!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dobie, so true. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

And DipiT Is there a restroom attendant? 'Cause it ain't me? I do general clean up and try to keep up with all the dirty glasses. I vote we use disposable ones. Wait a minute. How did I get from Bathroom attendant to dispoables? I mean glasses not diapers. Never mind. I'm blonde. I live in I'ville ALL the time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Fighting, you are an authentic blonde, honey, because well,

DOBIE IS THE RESTROOM ATTENDANT!!!!!!!

Sheesh...

Idiot thing #4 (Robby, perhaps she should be on the city council or something?)

He he he he he... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DipiT and DObie

STOP PLEASE. I am begging you. I read your posts about you had to go and the tombstone one. ANd, I did the snort. YOu know that one where you are trying for a very ladylike chuckle and you end up swallowing your tongue and snorting like a pig.

Gotta hate that!
BTW. My DD just walked by and said you're in I'ville agian aren't you" WIth that 12 yr old condescending know it all attitude. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DipiT Hey I resemble that remark. WHo on city council. Me or Dobie. Is this another blonde moment for me? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-again - Your daughter can probably smell all the booze emanating from this place.

What happened to Steve?
What happened to RIF?
What happened to AW?

Hi, believer: Keep missing you on here.

Booze. Well, I actually decided to treat myself to a real drink rather than a virtual one. I am sipping a Tango Rose - Orange flavoured on ice. But DD is in bed now. When she walked by it must have been those virtual fumes.

How are you? You haven't posted much on how you are lately. Doing Okay?

F-again - Doing fine, thanks. Nothing my WH does upsets me anymore, so not too much to post there, and everything else is A-OK.

Are you recovering from your trauma, or should I say "awakening"?

Wake up idiots!!!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />1. The power went out while I was reading a book. I sat in the dark for a while, then thought that since I couldn't read anymore I'd put a movie in the VCR to watch.<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO!!!!!!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />2. Forgot the punch line to a blonde joke.<hr /></blockquote>And you are.....?.....blonde?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<blockquote>quote:<hr />3. Walked into a men's room at a bar.<hr /></blockquote>I had to think about this one...I mean, I don't know you, don't even think I've read any posts, adn, hoping, just hoping that dobie is a woman!!!

I see you have read my guide to being funny, too?!?!?!

Welcome, dobie!

Robby...WTF are you talking about crushed ice? Methinks the guy efore you just dumped his soda or something. Sheesh!! (And my preference is the bullseye splash guard. Although if you miss, you're f@#$ed. Can you imagine women having a bullseye strapped to the bowl?!?!? HA!

Oh, while we are on the subject, have ta tell you a story that so impressed me.

Brown and I were on our way to Nassau Coliseum to see Billy Joel. We were stopped in bumper to bumper traffic. Not really anywhere to run out on the side and pee. And we were inching--not completely stopped. Can I tell ya? Brown peed into a 7-11 cup perfectly--no spillage or splashing! (And, she filled a damn 20 ounce cup!!)

., you out there? tt? RIF, well, you're relieved from n/s for awhile...anybody? Bob is off to FL...gee...very lonely here at night once again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

welp, only spidey (where the heck has she been?!?!?) and gc are up tonihgt, and i don't think tey're gonna post...so...see ya in the morn!

WOOHOO!! First one in today! MORNIN FOLKS!!

Bad night, but got through.

Ok, did another idiot thing this morning, I put a load of laundry in and washed my paycheck this morning, been waiting for it to!!

brown said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I am an idiot - and I wasn't even tryin' <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'll never convince LINY he's not funny <hr /></blockquote>We'll still love ya.

And LINY, I was fired as Road Commissioner last week, so I'm unemployed this week. Got my pick of jobs...

or is that jbos?

Well, see you tonight as I'm off work to work today.

RH

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH,

WHO fired you? Roads are crap. Let's talk.

Morning anyone else up yet. It's just before 5 here. Last day of work today and off to visit WH tomorrow. Last day for DD at the school she loves tomorrow. Sigh.

I need to pack.

HHMMMM. THis is what I have so far.
1. Duct tape
2. Defogger
3. Armour
4. 2x4
5. Crazy Glue
6. Ear Plugs

What am I missing? Oh ya, clothes. I think I will pack the hottest outfit that I have. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> In a subtle way.

What else?

Morning

RH, I hope you have a great day at work. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I just thought of an Idiot thing I have done.

I locked the keys in my car twice, a week apart, back when I worked the N/S, with the car running, both times.

Dipit, I married my father, but I'm very thankful I didn't marry my mother. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Note to self, I really need to work through some parental issues.

Good Morning Jelly Bing!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Do you know that I smile every time I see you post? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

This marrying your parents crap must be making the rounds. My MC mentioned something about it last week. I scoffed. Don't think it applies to me.

Have a great day everyone! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

DipiT,

Way to go!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Potty humor in Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

You've got to be...

Hold that thought. I need to go grow a tail!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Do you know that I smile every time I see you post?
<hr /></blockquote>ditto

Yay!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

dork

LOL

Now answer it, and all the Q's too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I DID!!

10 minutes ago!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> 2. Forgot the punch line to a blonde joke.
<hr /></blockquote>This one on it's own qualifies you! I already love you! (giggle/snort)

GOOD MORNING, IDIOTS.

Wake UP!!

I had a rental car once for a few days - first day I had it I locked the keys in the car. Called locksmith, came and unlocked car. He left, I shut door to car and locked them again. He had to come twice in about 45 minutes. He decided I was such an idiot he didn't even charge me the second time! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Starz!!!

Did you get your assignment?

Gotta keep these Idiots in line, make an example...

Saying Liny is funny WILL NOT BE TOLERATED!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good morning Idiots! N/S was slow I see even Liny wasn't funny! RH have a good day and thanks for helping me yesterday. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Starz, I think I am supposed to be hiding from you, but that is a funny story! LMAO

Hi Kimmy, how are you?

Morning Jelly, Believer...

Ok, now I have to run to get DS ready for the bus. Rough night sleep wise...but tiny little progress with H. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I will take what I can get, KWIM?

See you all round the 'ville.

FF - don't worry I will fire a warning shot. Then the first time I will use rubber bullets.

However, if this behavior persists. . .

Robby - got it under control.

OMG - I scared them all away .....

Nope not scared!

Gotta go to work now though...

See y'all soon!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ho, Ho, Ho (Not you, Curly)

Couldn't get this like Robby does, but ...

http://www.powerpres.com/xmascard03.html

Mornin' all. Not good. Lemme get the bs out first, then i can not be funny.

Last night/this morning, third day of work for OS. (Starts @ 330am.) So last night when I cam home for lunch (800pm) he was still awake. i asked him and basically demanded that he better go to sleep. (He hadnt slept after his shift ended.) I have been volunteering to drive them (he and his roomate) as it has been bitterly cold out here lately. So 300 rolls around and he calls on his roommates cell (rather than getting up off his [censored] and coming in the house--WTF? why not try to wake everyone up, right? so he says, "I shoulda listened to you dad. i feel like sh1t right now. me and xxx just called in." as quietly as i could, went off on him. brown woke up anyway, mummbled/yelled something, then went back to sleep. 3rd day and he's calling in already!!! this is what we have been dealing with. anyway, 415am...phone rings..."is XXXX there. this is xxxx from xxxx." i told the guy, uh yeah, but he doesnt live here per se. anyway, he told me he called in. guy says that he didnt know anything about that; 3rd day; blah blah blah. so i told him to hold on, go outside bang the sh1t out of the door (shoulda just opened it with my key). i stand there listening to the bs flow from his mouth. bottom line he says he'll be in. (good for this guy, putting it on the line to my s.) so i basically said that he fed me once again a line of sh1t. didnt really say anything after that. cant wait to hear the whole story.

enough of that. so, im working on about 1 hour f real sleep and 3 hours of broken sleep which in my head calcualtes to worse than not sleeping, putting a number on it would equal -6 hours therefore i had -4 hours of sleep last night. so im tired!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I need to pack...I think I will pack the hottest outfit that I have.<hr /></blockquote>does this mean your suitcase will be empty?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />or is that jbos?<hr /></blockquote>rh is our new grammar teacher he in i-ville. heck with the roads.

well, to anybody that wil be leaving for the holiday today and will not be back, have a wonderful, blessed Christmas! know that you/we are all blessed in our own ways. and always remember you have ears hear in i-ville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Liny,

No sleep is the worst. I suffer from insomnia, not as frequently as in the past, but I still struggle with it. It is no fun. It got really bad when I worked the N/S for 3 years.

N/S is just not natural, your body almost rejects it.

LINY -

Don't feel all alone. My son has been working for a surf shop that has been having financial problems. For about the last 3 months, son has accepted surfing stuff in lieu of paycheck.
Finally last Friday, he got a check for $600. for the month. Guess what he did?

Hey ky. the other med my doc gave me (that i HAD TO stop) was trazadone. it worked miracles--if i was having a problem sleeping. not a big advocate of drugs myself, but, this may do you some good if you're really having a hard time with the sleep thing.

oh, and the other thing,...feeling a little bit anxious about tommorrow--my unit's Christmas dinner, in which i will be escorting brown. ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) (OW's sis is one of my employees, dont forget.) but, we'll see. i just dont want her to feel uncomfortable. she belongs there with me, and i cant control what other people may be saying or whispering and i know brown feels insecure like that. i just hope i am not making her uncomfortable--but we did poja and like i said, she belongs there. i dont expect a good time--just to get through it, honestly. maybe brown and i will go out for a few drinks after that--alone! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

a month's worth of beer and smokes/herb?

LINY - He QUIT. Said he is tired of all the crap.
He finally starts getting paid, and quits.

WTF is up with these "kids"?!?!? brown and i were talking over the weekend and of course S's came up. she once said it and it is so true. labelling this generation. we have generation x, the hippies, the yuppies, etc...this generation? "The disposable generation."

doing my best bob imitation....
{shaking head}

I just dont get it!

LINY - Not to worry - he's staying focused - he got up at 6:00AM today. Looking for a job, you think?

No, the waves are expected to be 7 feet high today.

i have done absolutely nothing around the house this week (except a few loads of laundry)...so i gotta go before i start getting ready for hell. Have agood day all!

{shaking head}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The disposable generation."

<hr /></blockquote>Oh, that is a very apt description. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

My OS is 21 and has at least kept his job for 4 years now. He is actually starting to become more responsible. They recently gave him a promotion and he is living up to it. Of course he works where I work and when he got the job I warned him not to f' up on my turf! They really love him. But at home, you would think after all these years that he would remember trash day is on Tuesday? To not walk by the full trash can without emptying it. That showers don't need to be 20 minutes long? Oh and that rent is due on the 1st? We only charge him 100.00 per month but it burns my H up when he "forgets". He is a pretty good kid though. So I guess I shouldn't complain. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Brown and Liny, did you hear about the parents that got so fed up with their kids that they moved out into the driveway in a tent and have gone on strike? They won't do anything in the house or for the kids until they straightne up. Pretty funny, thought of you two. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

evening/morning idiots how r you all??

just got a few moments before I crash - into bed not the car .. lol -

Aussie has been mainly ok but then we've been in the bedroom for about 2 days <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hes having very bad reactions to loud noises. This evening after tea he was sitting in the lounge watching foxtel with a glass in his hand when the neighbour a the rear of us dropped a sheet of metal roofing he was fixing to his patio, like a very big bang, well Aussie just crushed the glass right into his hand like it was a paper cup. Then sat there bleeding like a stuck pig as he likes to say with NO expression on his face.
I got his hand open pulled the broken glass out of his hand and he didn't even flutter an eye just looked at me as I wrapped it up in a tea towel. Drove him around to the local medical centre - thank GOD its late night trading so everything is open, the doc there cleaned it up, put a few stitches in , whats another few after all, took him home. Not a word said the whole trip.
Then not long ago he looked at his hand puzzled and said 'oh sorry'. Not the way I exactly planned the night.
It has to get better, well I hope it does itâ€™s a bit like having a walking time bomb around you.
I just want to wrap him up in cotton wool and keep him safe.
Couldn't do it, failed again I guess. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />
Its hard to watch him in so much turmoil & helpless to do much but be there. The Army psycheâ€™s said to talk to them about mundane things, kids, family that sort of thing. He kind of drifts off into this never never land every now & then .
I suppose it could be worse, He could be going around smashing things like a few of the girls say is happening..

Hes been acting strange around me though, hesitant to touch me to even hug me unless I give him reassurance. Hes wasnâ€™t like that the first night/day . Might be because I told him Iâ€™m pg.

That was sort of funny in a way.
I think he could get into idiot Ville on his response right away.
We were lying down side by side and I looked straight in his eyes and said I had something very important to tell him. I asked him if he remembered the night of the Sgts mess and our almost non stop SF all night? He was very hesitant and said Mmm yes?? Like what are you going to tell me now. SO I said well it appears you really did repeat our honeymoon practices that night more then even you suspected. I got a puzzled â€˜Huh??â€™ Honey, you got me pregnant!!
He just sat up like getting shot out of a gun and said
â€˜**** How did THAT happen??????
Any volunteers who want to explain it to him??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

So whole story, St Johns Worts. No pill ladi da , and X + Y = BABY sweetie..
â€˜****â€™ followed by â€˜Oh **** â€™ then â€™Butâ€™ and
â€™How in Heavens name â€™ then finally â€™****â€™
Hes been a bit funny since then so what can I do? Just let him ride it out. Hug hm, kiss him and the other as he wants â€¦â€¦.. And he sort of wants lots â€¦ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

So all in all, things would not be bad at all if I wasn't worried about these things that may set off whatever it is. PTSD?? not sure, probably.

Ok back to bed, back to Aussie and I'll see how it goes. Confusing though <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

[ December 16, 2004, 10:01 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hey Y'all!

FF - I heard something about that on the radio the other day - somebody called in and said they should've put the kids outside, but someone else called in and said that CPS would have frowned on that...WTH?? So they're allowed to leave them alone in the house, and it's ok??? UGH!!! I did hear them say that the girl has finally done her first load of laundry - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> what is it with the kids today??

Mine are still young (12, 9, 3) but I'm trying to instill in them some guidelines of cleanliness and helpfulness - even from 9yo son - I told him, "Your wife is not gonna be upset with me because you don't know how to help around the house" BUT, even though they (oldest 2) know that certain areas of the house are "their responsibility" they still have to be told ???WHY??? can't they see the trash is full, the sink has dirty dishes, and their nasty clothes are on the main bathroom floor?? OK, vent over, thanks - I needed that!!

Believer - did son quit because he doesn't want to work with the holiday around the corner, or because the employer won't be able to keep paying him?

{{Idiotville}} hope y'all had a good lunch...catch ya soon, LemonDash

Hi AW - prayers for you & H {{AW&A}}

OK...another quick hello...saw that aw posted and had to say HI!!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I just want to wrap him up in cotton wool and keep him safe.
Couldn't do it, failed again I guess. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />
Its hard to watch him in so much turmoil & helpless to do much but be there.<hr /></blockquote>I am not discounting your feelings--please dont get me wrong. But he has been thru SOOOO much. Brain overload. And you can and have been keeping him safe. Dont underestimate yourself. Keep doing what you're doing--keep making it safe...the soft touches, the small talk...you have such a tough job to do--and sounds like you're doing just fine. This isnt you. The turmoil you cant control in his head. alot to take in and im sure he's rewinding and pressing play over and over again with some things. i really cant imagine what he and you are going thru. {{{{a&aw}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hes been acting strange around me though, hesitant to touch me to even hug me unless I give him reassurance. Hes wasnâ€™t like that the first night/day . Might be because I told him Iâ€™m pg.<hr /></blockquote>You keep showing him love and warmth. keep doing what you're doing.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />â€˜**** How did THAT happen??????<hr /></blockquote>send him in!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />So all in all, things would not be bad at all if I wasn't worried about these things that may set off whatever it is. PTSD?? not sure, probably.<hr /></blockquote>i'm no expert but, i am a man. yes, of course avoid things that might set him off...but it may be something we civilians might consider silly. he was there, in it. and a man processes things so differently. and he's got a lot to process. Just keep it making it safe and loving for him. you are a strong grounded woman--you'll be just fine.

i don't remember you saying...is he scheduled to go back or is this permanent? (The reason i ask is it also may have to do with how he is processing things: if he's expected to go back, he may be keeping himself in the mental state of war. just something to keep in mind if you're getting frustrated with his mindset.)

see ya'll later.

[ December 16, 2004, 10:03 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

And about those parents...have definitely thought about it...considering they're in FL and have a more reasonable tmeperature range to work with and we dont (it was 17o last night) it's not an option. kicking *their* asses out--now thqat definitely is an option.

When my H came back from 'Nam many years ago, he had only been home for a few days. He was asleep in a bedroom and a bicycle tire exploded outside the apartment. From a sound sleep he was flat on the floor in a millisecond. It was unbelievable to watch. On another day, I walked in and touched him on the shoulder to wake him up. Before I knew what was happening, he had grabbed me by the arm and thrown me against the wall - upside down.

This is very normal reaction - I can vouch for it. However, within a couple of weeks, my H was pretty normal. It'll be ok. It just takes time.

Hey freaks.

No more potty humor?

DOBIE????? Where are you!!

Robby, GROW A TAIL!!!!!

And, love you edjuts!

AW--I second what Liny said. You are doing all you can to make him safe. Keep doing what you are doing and could be he feels very fragile around you because of the pg. Maybe afraid of hurting the baby right now. Loved the story of his reaction. So good you can laugh. Sending big hugs to you both {{AW/A}}

well, I gotta go float some choco-diles...so, talk to you later!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have fun dipiT

hey ff, dip!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />No more potty humor?<hr /></blockquote>How do you know when your toilet bowl is old?

(It starts having hot flushes!)

PLease ff, don't get me started again!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />well, I gotta go float some choco-diles...<hr /></blockquote>Not very good juxtaposition to ff's post!!! EEEEWWWWWWWWWWWW!

see ff? ya got me started! as funny as i am, i need to stop here, though. gotta get ready for he11.

cya!

{{{dip}}}
(cause I thought ya needed it.)

Thanks, Liny. I needed that chuckle cuz yes I think you are FUNNY! (naner naner thhhbbb Robby) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I've been hiding in the ladies room all day....

Wait? Is that a urinal? OH NO!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Thanks, Liny. I needed that chuckle cuz yes I think you are FUNNY! (naner naner thhhbbb Robby) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Starz,

Ready yet? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OMG, I just realized what concurrant, means!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hi Idiots - Looks like everyone is doing okay today.

YL - I have no idea why son quit. I was so furious, I didn't say a thing. The deal is, this was a start up business, and slowly it is doing better. He worked up to manager. Finally, when the business is starting to make a profit - he quits. When I calm down (3 months from now?), I will talk to him about it.

AW - You are doing just fine. It is not in your power to fix the PTSD. PTSD is a normal reaction to an abnormal situation. My advice is lots of tenderness and SF - you know men - that seems to take care of everything.

Dobie - Welcome, I think you are very funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
Robby...WTF are you talking about crushed ice? Methinks the guy efore you just dumped his soda or something. Sheesh!!<hr /></blockquote>Poor Liny...

NOT funny and doesn't get out much.

Check this out!!

I kinda like these for Idiotville!!!

And let's not forget the Women !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 OMG, I just realized what concurrant, means!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Yeah, I spelled it wrong too!!

Probably not the best word.

Yeah, I can think of another word better fitting. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Spill it!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

****!!!

My buddy just got terminated at work!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Gotta run!!

[ December 16, 2004, 09:52 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Oh no, and right before the holidays. That stinks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Ok well I didnt see anything regarding my third idiot thing, is it acceptable? Should be! lol after talking to payroll today, I have to wait 2 weeks now for a replacement......really sucks with christmas in 1 week!!

ps, my post was on page 226 or 7 I think

That's just wrong Steve! I'm sorry.

Wooza.

Welcome Steve, you Idiot!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I have sent this out every year since we moved here. I made it up one not-so-cold-Christmasy-night. Merry Tex-mas...ahem...I mean CHRISTMAS, Merry Christmas, ya'll.

Coastal Christmas

by ME

On my first Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

A pelican in a palm tree

On my second Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my third Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my fourth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my fifth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

5 GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my sixth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my seventh Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Seven scallop shells, six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my eighth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Eight ferryboat rides, seven scallop shells, six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my ninth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Nine jumbo shrimps, eight ferryboat rides, seven scallop shells, six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my tenth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Ten morning beachwalks, nine jumbo shrimps, eight ferryboat rides, seven scallop shells, six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On my eleventh Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Eleven gulls a'laughing, ten morning beachwalks, nine jumbo shrimps, eight ferryboat rides, seven scallop shells, six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

On the twelfth Coastal Christmas, my true love gave to me:

Twelve crabs for boiling, eleven gulls a'laughing, ten morning beachwalks, nine jumbo shrimps, eight ferryboat rides, seven scallop shells, six dolphins dancing, FIVE GOLDEN SUNSETS...Four Ridley sea turtles, three fishing lures, two manta rays, and a pelican in a palm tree

Robby: It was you who fired me, don't you remember? Thanks. I'm collecting unemployement now, it's not as much as I made before (doing nothing), but...

Ok and since everyone is telling idiot stories lately, here's mine. Last week I had to make feed for the animals. Well, I ran all the corn and grain through and was unloading when I realized I didn't have the screen in it. (Therefore the feed was too coarse and had to be reground. Wasted about an hour and a half redoing it. I was SOO PEEVED!!!)

Jelly: You make me laugh too, but you also make me think too hard (since I don't always get your humor.) Had a great day not at work today. Got the roof to the point where we are ready to put the steel on. Unfortunately, the steel won't get here til next week and it's supposed to snow Sunday. Arrggghhhh.

AW: Sounds like you're doing a wonderful job welcoming Aussie back. Best of luck!

FF: No problem!

YL: Because they're kids.

LINY: I can't believe you told us that Brown story and the LIE (I assume it was on the LIE). Either way if I ever told a NOW story anything close to that, she'd kill me (mentally first and then physically).

[ December 17, 2004, 07:47 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Robby--love the she-inal. ROTFLMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Ok Robby you are funny too.

Hey seriously sorry about your friend. Really sucks to have that happen but especially this time of year.

Steve--welcome Idiot! Sorry 'bout the paycheck. Why do you have to wait two weeks? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hi DipiT!

Welcome to Idiotville, Dobie, if I didn't welcome you before it's because I'm an idiot.

Hi RH, how ya doing today?

RH,

I don't think I fired you.

I think you resigned.

Pretty sure!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Faith. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> How you doin??

RH, you don't get me? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> What's not to get? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Kimmy, that was cute, I sang it all the way to the end.

Chinese tonight, # 17, whatever that is. It's the only thing I will eat there. I'm a very picky eater, it kills my H.

AW, I'm happy your H is home, sounds like you are taking great care of him. {{{{A&AW}}}}

Hi Jelly! Doing pretty good today. Had our office Christmas lunch and it was yummy! Too full to move or work now so hanging out here. Shhh don't tell my boss. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Believer, just posted on your LM thread. Great stuff on there.

Hi Ho!

Hi Ho!!

It's off to IC I go!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FF/LINY: Here's a tip on renting. With all my renters, I make the rent due the 1st, give 3-5 days grace. But then if they pay on or before the 1st I give a discount. Say if rent is $375, they get a $25 discount if paid by close of business on the 1st or earlier. It's amazing how many people now pay no later than the 1st. The other thing, when you tell them something, there has to be consequences and you have to be willing to follow through.

Example: 1st marking period my boy didn't make the honor roll (average all B's). (My two D's both made distinguished honor roll - all A's.) It's not because the boy is stupid, he is lazy, especially when we let him. Well, he has been whining for a PlayStation 2. So I said, make the Distinguised Honor Roll and it's yours. Well, 2 weeks before he says "Dad, what if I mess up in one class, do I still get the PS2?" I said, guess you'll have to wait until next marking period then. W goes online checks to see he has a 74 in one class, A's in the rest. So he was a test the next week, and does well. But his report card is all A's except for one which is an 89. So do you think he got the PS2? Not from me. He has to wait until he gets all A's next time. Couple of people at work called me a hard<<butt>>, but you know what? He learned his lesson and is busting his heiny to make sure he gets all A's next time. If I'd have given in, what lesson would that have taught him? It's all about being consistent (well, maybe not all, but alot).

FF: I'm doing well. I always do better when I'm doing physicall labor (work at home or on farm) instead of mental labor (my day job). And yourself?

Robby: Darn, thought I could fool you. Guess I'll have to give back those unemployment checks before LINY sues my <<butt>>.

Jelly: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> What's not to get? <hr /></blockquote>Sometimes you write stuff and I don't know if its a joke, response to someone else or for real. Like your question the other day about what was your favorite position. I expected it to be something where you bossed people around. And then when you said you were a porn star, I didn't get that either until you explained it. It's nothing critical, just me being an idiot I suppose. Got your email. Thanks. NOW was just saying that she hadn't heard back from you. So I told her what you told me. Made her feel better, then she went for a soak in the tub. Hmmm, maybe I should go peek in on her. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 17, 2004, 07:55 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Jelly: One other thing I didn't get was, what was the reference to "Concurrent"? Was that in response to one of Robby's links?

Robby: I liked the urinals links. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi RH--are you back from peeking in on NOW? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Tell her to pay us a visit now and then, I miss her sense of wacky humor. I am doing pretty well today. I have been continuing to read on this site and get some insight into myself. I continue to use every ounce of patience i have knowing it will take my H a while to get through all this. We had a good night last night and I am learning to appreciate those little efforts he is making. I know having been where he is that it is a herculean effort to be loving when you got bashed in the gut by your S. So to put it in RIF's words, we are doing great. Thanks for asking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

FF: Will do. Already done. Take care and logging out for tonight.

N/S // LINY: You're up in RIF's absence. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yes I think LINY just won the Idiot of the decade .. for telling that pee pee story. J/K The funny thing he was (is) so amazed I was able to do it in the front seat of the car and not get anything on myself and not spill a drop. Just another reason he thinks I'm amazing woman. (Will my talents never cease?!?!?) In my defense ... has anyone ever been to a Billy Joel concert here on Long Island?!?!? It is where "Billy the kid" is from (Oyster Bay, LI(NY). The traffic moves at like 2 inches an hour.

I wait to a Duran Duran Concert and made the mistake of drinking some wine on the way there (a very idiot thing to do). I had no idea - I had never been to a concert before. I had to go to the "potty" so badly. Then I saw the line in the ladies room line (wrapped around the whole Colesium). I had to stump my foot on the floor to keep from just wetting my pants. Then some lady screams, "This little has to go real bad!!!!". And the line parted like the Red Sea and I was pushed to the front and into a stall in like 2 seconds. I swore that would never happen again (and after that I was willing to pee in a coffee cup in the middle of traffic going to the Nassau Colesium) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Not really and idiot thing to do after all). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Whoa Brown, talk about talent. I don't think I could hit the cup.

(B going out to drive car down street and see if she can do what Brown did)

Well, Believer I wasn't driving ... I was on the passager side .... and it's so hard to drive from there!!!

Yikes! You are right. The steering wheel really gets in the way.

I hate when that happens!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hey here's LINY's Horriblescope for today
Cancer: These next few weeks present you with various opportunities to expand your comfortable vision of love into a larger picture. Even if you are already in an intimate relationship, this current transit of Venus in Sagittarius can encourage you to seek ways to put love in action, instead of just feeling it. Donâ€™t fight the lessons that this can bring into your life.

Kewl <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

(I hope I'm gonna be a lucky girl, lucky girl, lucky girl .... lalalalalala)

If you believe in this sorta thang!

Maybe tonight is the night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Leigh,

I want you to be happy.

I will always love you.

Robert

Are you going to explain, Robby?

It was funny (weird) seeing Robert - it's my H's name.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Maybe tonight is the night!<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
(I hope brown can get up in the morning!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Hiya idiots. boy are we slacking on the n/s without rif around!

OK...2 things need explaining...Robby...Has mrs. mayor finally signed onto mb?!?!!?? (Got the red carpet out--just in case <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

And ky--whats up with that whole concurrent thing?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Yikes! You are right. The steering wheel really gets in the way.<hr /></blockquote>B...you really are an idiot, aren't you?!?!?! (I think thats why i like you so much! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

RH...keep at your son...consistency...thats the main thing, and you and now have that going. once they hit the late teens (now) though, it gets a little sticky...they are boy/men--cant decide if they really want to grow up or not. oy.

speaking of which...gotta go drive em to work now...be back in a little bit to see if anybody else is actually up!

Brown and Liny,

I too am Cancer and this is mine for today -

hysical attraction
This influence usually arouses your interest in finding or enjoying a partner and contributes to the physical side of a sexual relationship. But its energy may cause discord, especially if there are hidden tensions in the relationship. A reasonably healthy relationship will have little difficulty during this time. But if your relationship is in trouble, you will probably have arguments and other forms of discord, all arising from unexpressed sexuality. If you are not currently involved in a sexual relationship, you will probably be inordinately attracted to find a partner, without being very discriminating. Therefore this is not the best influence under which to start a relationship, since it may be based only on physical attraction.

Well now, there you go! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> For me this means stay home tonight or I might get myself in trouble. And for you this means - YES!!!! tonight is the night for amore! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning Idiotville!

And yes, LINY, you are correct in that the N/S is slacking without RIF around. (But I don't mind, less pages to catch up on.)

Leigh, does this mean you are lurking?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Welcome, Robby is the Mayor, because he is the biggest Idiot of all. Duh, but you know that.

Good morning everybody.

Liny, (concurrant) an inside joke, but very funny, so you wouldn't have gotten it anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, I see you got edited a half dozen times. Potty mouth!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Justuss, more complaints? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hi idiotsville

are we all happy tonight/today? Hope so.

OK I took Aussie to the Xmas pary today for the regiment. Still had his little plastic wrist thingy on from the hospital and surprise surprise so did a lot of his team that turned up.
Us wives just sort of looked at each other and said 'yep'.
So lots of beer, whiskey, Jim Beam, vodka, red white wine & me with a water & ice, so exciting.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well he got well & truly pissed and I got him to bed a while ago. hope it can do him some good to see his mates and let off some steam.

We have so much to talk over but I feel he can hardly handle waking up in the mornings right now. Its like we are not real but some hell hole in Iraq is. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Just have to keep telling myself, Aw one day at a time , one day at a time.

Ok while sleeping beauty is snoring his head off whats been happening guys?

I heard a whisper that LINY is funny - Monty Python funny. Well I'm waiting for evidence ?????????

ANY EVIDENCE???

WAITING????

And a special hello to some new idiots Dobie, Steve and Leigh who may be lurking...I like lurking.....lol

Oh sorry got very mixed up you actally MEANT lurking didn't you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
My mind was a million miles away, well about 30 feet actually <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Damn all these rushing hormones, I'm gonna have a cool shower, followed by a cold shower, followed by a colder shower.
REPEAT as many times as needed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

KY: Rewritten. Thank you.

AW: I can see where Justuss will be all over your *** (pre-edited to save Justuss some work <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> ).

Oh well, life goes on. Or life's beach and then you die. Whatever (or as Brown says 'whateva' - I like that.)

[ December 17, 2004, 07:56 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And a special hello to some new idiots Dobie, Steve and Leigh who may be lurking...I like lurking.....lol <hr /></blockquote>Thank you! I've actually been an idiot for a very long time, I just hadn't found my way here yet. I think I was an Idiot in Waiting.

EEEK. And a good morning. Is this the NS or the day shift? I am way too wired.

AW, I am saying a prayer for you and Aussie. The life of a military family sucks sometimes doesn't it? <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Be strong.

Okay, where are all the residents if Insane Ville. Need them this morning. I am in MAJOR freak out mode and getting ready for Round 10,000 of the Plan starts this afternoon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Believer, are you around? COuld you have a look at the I quit the Plan A thread and tell me if I am nuts? Oh sorry, I know the answer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I mean, am I missing anything.

In the upcoming Christmas spirit, I need a rum (151 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ) and eggnog. SOmewhere in the world it is after noon, right?

Okay, I am breathing.

You're on European time now, baby!

Okay, make that an EXTRA large one! Morning DObie <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> YOu are one funny I'ville!

At work, yesterday, I was musing abot my life and started to think aobut you and DipiT humour, and brown and believer about the steerin wheel and broke out laughing! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> My boss looked at me like I was an Idiot! UH DUH! And of course there was NO WAY that I could tell him what I was laughing about. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning Idiots -

AW - Hang in there. Things will get better. Just let Aussie gradually get back into things. Is there anything he likes to do? Like hunting kangaroos and hanging them on your line? Maybe that would be good for him.

How are you feeling?

F-again - I'll check it out.

Brown, Nio's a Cancer, too....so hopefully, cool for me, too.

'morning Iville. Only have a minute before getting DS ready for the bus. Welcome Leigh if you are lurking. Just so you get it right...Liny is FUNNY!. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW, sorry things are difficult but I am so thankful you have Aussie home.

Morning to everyone else here in Iville. The pee in the cup story had me laughing outloud at work yesterday. Good thing they were all in party mode anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

FL, how are you this morning? Better I hope, sounds like RG gave you some really helpful insight. Heck, I loved his post and it helped me too.

RH--where did you get get edited???? What did I miss? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Oh Morning Mayor...am I still hiding from Starz? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW - Just so you know, here in the states, pissed means mad, not drunk. We say faced (tho that could mean some dude is getting birthday type lucky <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). I thought A got into an argument at first...then I realized ya'll talk real funny...hehehehe!

I love you, hon, and am insanely happy your man is home! Love him good! AND TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF! You're eating for two, you know?!?! For me, that meant TONS of Mexican food!

Can I get a hurrah for Christmas tamales? I love tamales!!!!!!!!!!! They are God's gift to the masses, imo!

Jim Beam - NUM!

Love to the idiots!

(((RIF - if you're lurking - welcome home to our hero)))

YIKES! I checked out my Virgo horrorscope. I hate it when it is sooo close to the real me!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Mutable Signs know how to go with the flow. They are adaptable and flexible and can change their form of expression to whatever a situation requires. Standing their ground is of little import to Mutable folks. These people would much rather conform to the norm, so long as their doing so will help the greater good. Luckily, Mutable individuals are versatile and find it quite easy to change. Consider them the chameleons of the Zodiac, since they can take on varied personae.

Mutable people are blessed with a tremendous resourcefulness. Talk about making lemonade out of lemons! They know how to squeeze that last drop of juice and make things better in the process. Those influenced by a Mutable Quality in their horoscope also enjoy learning, play fair and are diplomatic and well-liked by others. To their further credit, they are sharp, sympathetic and can see (via a sixth sense?) the essential elements of a situation.

Duty, responsibility and personal growth all contribute to the creation of a fully-realized being. We work for others as well as for ourselves; we are at service to those who need us, including our own being. There will be times when crises of health or faith will stand in the way of our best self. At those times, we must endeavor to heal ourselves (again, the focus of this House is on health) so that we can return to the work of realizing our sum potential, of serving our world.

The Sixth House also addresses the daily dailiness of life: what will I wear today? Do I need a haircut? Has the dog been fed? These simple matters keep our engines humming and enable us to do the more important work of our choosing. It's a patchwork quilt: the ability to serve others in health and through work which is both valuable and fulfilling.

Virgo is the sixth Sign of the Zodiac, to be exact, and that's the way Virgos like it: exacting. Those born under this Sign are forever the butt of jokes for being so picky and critical (and they can be), but their 'attention to detail' is for a reason: to help others. Virgos, more than any other Sign, were born to serve, and it gives them great joy. They are also tailor-made for the job, since they are industrious, methodical and efficient. The sense of duty borne by these folks is considerable, and it ensures that they will always work for the greater good.

Virgo is represented in modern Astrology by the Virgin, although this association should not be taken literally. Rather, Virgos tend to take on some of the qualities of a Virgin, things like modesty and humanity. Some might consider them repressed, although Virgins would argue that it's a noble quality, as opposed to a negative one. Most of all, Virgos enjoy indulging their practical and logical side and poring over their projects to the nth degree. To say these folks are good at fact-finding almost understates the case, since Virgos revel in their exacting (some would argue pedantic) behavior and are a whiz with minutiae. Virgins are an asset in the workplace as they can be counted on to get things right the first time, every time -- and no detail will be overlooked. They are also balanced and fair in their assessments in keeping with the Mutable Quality assigned to this Sign.

<hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr />Today:
Saying that you're in a romantic frame of mind doesn't quite cover it. You're feeling nostalgic, emotional, compassionate and generous -- and if you're with someone you care about, you'll go all out to prove it to them. <hr /></blockquote>NOw that is me! Picky, detail oriented. Always have a plan.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Virgins are an asset in the workplace as they can be counted on to get things right the first time <hr /></blockquote>Ladies and Gentlemen, we have the typo of the day!!!

ROTFLMAO! I didn't even see that! And it was a copy and Paste! Guess I shouldn't suck back that 3rd 151 and eggnog, eh?

Oh, I can see that one. Well, I guess I qualify. As I said in an earlier post to this thread. "SF? What's that? Call me reborn. Virgin that is. ANd MS Grownover."

Whew! A Freudian slip. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi, idiots. Lots of lurkers today - Hi! y'all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Dobie - if you are an Idiot In Waiting that means you are an Iin W to Queen Jelly - cushy job you picked out. You take care of her, you hear? Also, help her find her funny - she said she lost it somewhere. Look under the bed. Or in the urinal.

Robby - where'd you go? Whazzup? or down., whateva'

Had a one hour 20 min. session with Steve this a.m. - Made me late for work for only the 3rd or 4th time in 34 years. But this is more important than work.

I feel uneasy about your Cancer horoscopes. IB is a Cancer. I don't want him to reestablish his physical R with Curly. Not sure if that could mean me. Probably not, since .... you know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
Good thing I don't put much stock in horoscopes.

IB is in another state with S on a hunting trip given to S by a friend for college graduation. So I won't see him for 4 more days. I gave him a lot to think about while he's gone. Sure hope he comes to the right conclusion when he gets back. It's time for him to make a move either right or left. I think he now realizes what he will lose if he goes left. There is NO ONE among our family or friends who will support him if he goes left. He believes that he has burned his bridges behind him and that if we reconcile (which he says he doesn't know if he wants)he can't even live in this county any more due to this A. My job now is to convince him that we can be happy together (again) and that if we reconcile, and I continue to love him and be with him, most people will accept him and we can go on in a similar way to the way we have lived all these years. I must convince him that I can trust him again if we both work at it, and that we can leave this in the past and move forward together. Tough job. I have several days in which to think about my approach. He has several days to think about whether he wants her or to stay and try to save the marriage.

Kind of a tense situation, eh? Anyone with advice is welcome. I'll be hanging around all day.

F-again - I read your thread. I'll have to think about it. You seem to be doing just fine though.

FF: On pages 231 & 232, maybe more, but that's as far back as I went. Then I corrected them. I see that Justuss will be busy on this page several times (AW, DD, etc.). Oh well, guess that's what he/she is paid for.

Hey just a question, since we're unsure if Justuss is male or female, could he/she be a hermaphrodite?

Mornin' Starz. Is it a teacher workday in your county? It is here. Bekah was so excited. To be 8 again....

Email me if you want, I'll talk to you about IB if you need to vent one on one.

Love you!

Hey, Idiots!
I've been away for a few days....had a lot to catch up on around the house with Christmas coming and stuff...didn't mean to IGNORE you all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just got back from the grocery store. As I was leaving, passed OM coming around the corner in his bus....at a stop sign. I swear he had a smirk on his face or something, unless that could pass as a smile? Think we should "tell" on him? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

RH, I hope you're reading because I don't feel like saying this out loud but wanted you to know. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

FF - Thanks for saying I have a wacky sense of humor. Any kind of humor is better than the one LINY has.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby - Never did get back to you on the dream analysis from The Sopranos. Had to ask RH because I don't watch the show, so this is only a guess based on what little I know now...

It sounds to me like this "boss" guy was influenced byt the coach when he was younger, probably looked up to him, and also maybe felt rejected by him. So he's probably torn, wanting to kill the S.O.B for shooting him down, for telling him he'd never amount to anything, but also knowing on some level that he was actually right, maybe even feels some guilt over his life choice to be a mob boss. Maybe the gun breaking and bullets crumbling represent his realization that he is powerless to do anything about someone else's opinion of him? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

KY - Where's my e-mail? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Later!

No, not a workday - I am giving finals today. But then I am off until Jan 3rd. I might do the email thing. I don't feel free to say some things on here.

Thanks

Hello NOW, missed ya.

FA-A, read your post. I think you are on the right track. Wishing you the best and will keep you in my prayers. Let us know how it goes.

See ya idjuts later, gotta go to work

Iville tip of the day (heard this one on our local news)Don't drink and drive....you might spill your drink. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Morning NOW <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
I just noticed your sig.
George Eliot was a fantastic woman! She really had a way with words. I have always admired her individuality and her fight against the mainstream of what was considered an acceptable role for woman.

FA-A...

George Eliot is a WOMAN? Maybe I should find out more about the people I quote before I quote 'em....that's wild!

RH.....are you there?

NOW: Thanks. I've seen that smirk too, makes me want to do something non-MB, but I'm too ____ for that.

FF you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Iville tip of the day (heard this one on our local news)Don't drink and drive....you might spill your drink. <hr /></blockquote>...except for Brown. Bet she wouldn't spill it either way (coming or going). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

yes, how may I help you?

[ December 17, 2004, 09:29 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

RH -

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!

That was seriously funny! Is that possible?

Good one!

NOW

NOW: Yup. HEr real name was Mary Ann Evans.

Another good quote from her is: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> "Marriage, which has been the bourne of so many narratives, is still a great beginning, as it was to Adam and Eve, who kept their honeymoon in Eden, but had their first little one among the thorns and thistles of the wilderness. It is still the beginning of the home epic - the gradual conquest or irremediable loss of that complete union which makes the advancing years as a climax, and age the harvest of sweet memories in common." (from Middlemarch, 1871-72) <hr /></blockquote>Check out this site: http://www.kirjasto.sci.fi/gelliot.htm

Did you get my message? Can you do it? Huh, huh, huh?

Everyone else: No, not that kind of do it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />
I asked her to do me a favor and take some photos of the shed I'm working on...sheesh.

RH and NOW, can I just say how happy I am that you two are here?

Okay, okay....I'm schmaltzy today. Sue me. I love how big Idiotville is getting....and I really like the people!

Jel - gonna make your oreo bon-bons since Zach is coming home Sunday. I also got the stuff to make Reindeer turds (Chex mix covered with chocolate) and haystacks (toasted coconut mixed with chocolate), not to mention the Christmas staples, cut out sugar cookies and spritz cookies. I even bought a turkey breast to cook since I don't have the space to cook a whole turkey.

Okay. Anyone else but me hungry now?

in my best La-la voice (((((BIG HUGS)))))

NOW: Maybe you could pick a man's name for your pen name for that book you're going to write? That would be ironic...picking a man's name, not writing the book you dodo.

Morning DD; Can you send some of that over, please? I am STARVING! Reindeer turds. HHMM I think DD would love those!

RH,

I got your message and maybe I'll do it later. Don't feel like going outside. I want to crawl into my hole every time I see __________.

NOW

DD: I like it when's she's here too. It gives us something else to share. There are times when I feel she's still hiding something, but when she's on here I don't feel that. I don't know why that is. (Kinda weird though, like its a security blanket.)

I also like your recipes (well, at least I like your writing about them). I think it's interesting to see what other people eat and it gives us ideas, though we don't always take them.

Where's Steve this morning? Cleaning rootbeer off his chonies or washing another check?

Know what we're having tonight, RH?

Homemade chicken pot pie. NUM! I even make the crust homemade. SUPER NUM! I'm starving. Is is 5 yet?

RH,

Sometimes I get the feeling you're hiding something from me, too. I have no reason to think that, I just do.

I don't know if I would use a pen name if I ever write a book. That would be like hiding.

Here's something to get you in the mood for Christmas, everyone....some "altered lines from Christmas Carols":

Deck the Halls With Buddy Holly

We Three Kings of Porridge and Tar

On the First Day of Christmas My Tulip Gave to Me

He's makin' a list, chicken and rice

Olive, the other reindeer, you'll go down in listerine

Sleep in Heavenly Peas

Oh, What Fun It Is to ride with one horse, soap, and hay

O Come, Froggy Faithful

Adn what's that line from CCR's song...oh, yeah...

"There's a bathroom on the right".

Maybe someone should tell Brown.

Now

I think it's the nature of the a beast, NOW. I know Nio doesn't trust me fully even tho I tell him nearly everything I can remember <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> .

How about "I'm dreaming of a purple polka-dotted Christmas?" My uncle used to sing that one...he made up lyrics and everything.

Hey De-

RH LOVES chicken Pot Pie, but around here, it isn't actually a "pie"....it's more like a stew with homemade noodles. If you're dutch, that's what ya call REAL pot pie, right RH?

Maybe I should make that Christmas Eve? The kids would hate me.

NOW

De-

I do understand why RH would think that....I want to know what I can do to change that? Am I doing something specifically that looks suspicious? I know the other day I wouldn't tell you my dream. If you want me to, I will. (RH)

NOW

I'M LONLEY!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> it's more like a stew with homemade noodles. If you're dutch, that's what ya call REAL pot pie, right RH?
<hr /></blockquote>Sweetie - them's chicken-n-dumplings!

I know hon. The only thing I think we can all do is be consistant in our behavior and reactions and time will ease the worry.

FL, honey wazzup? You okay?

RH....I'm going to tell you the dream.

Ok, I was driving down the hill (by the store) and OM was in front of me in his tractor. He stopped, turned around, and waved. Then he came to the back of his tractor, which became the front, (stupid) and starts mouthing the words "I love you". I asked if he was serious and first he shook his head yes, then no, then yes.....so I got out of the car (only the door was like a bus door---stupid agaain) and walked back up the hill to tell you. You didn't seem mad, you even seemed a bit cheerful, and you said you were gonna go talk to him, and you were carrying a rifle. That's the end of the dream. Can you see why I didn't want to talk about it? It's like re-living different things. I can't even get away from it in my dreams. It upset me because I thought he was doing this on purpose so that I would HAVE to tell you, knowing that it would be hard to do so. I have thought that before, that he did those stupid little things for that reason.

Anyway, there you have it.

NOW

{{{{{FL}}}}} Good morning. Hope you feel better soon.

NOW/DD: Had to step away for a few minutes...work you know. Yummm, pot pie (dutch of course), but DD, I bet yours is good too.

Yeah, I like the idea of chicken pot pie just to tick off the kids. Hey, they're kids, they'll get over it, plus it would make great leftovers.

NOW: The only thing I can think of is, couple of weeks ago, Greg called on a Saturday and said wrong number and then you never said anything to me. It's like why was it a wrong number? Is your number on his speed dial? Kinda bothered me, but nothing serious. I can't really think of anything else.

FL-

Me too.....but it does help being here with you guys! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

De- yes, that is true....that is probably the hardest thing to deal with.

no, i'm not ok!! i'm trying hard to be ok but i'm definitely not feeling ok.

i have been at my desk for 2 hrs now and have accomplished NOTHING.

i'm lonley and i feel like i am in the middle of the desert and so thirsty. thirsty for attention. we have not spent any fun time with each for so long. i'm lonley!!

DD: No, dumplings are thicker, like an inch or two, but homemade dutch pot pie noodles are about 1/4 inch think kinda of like an overgrown crust but mushy.

NOW -

I really feel for you. It must be very hard to have this guy living by you. I know women have a tendency to want to be nice - the good girl. So you might feel like waving.

The thing is, no matter what you do, gag, fart, sneeze, close your eyes, it will be interpreted by somebody as something that it is not. The very best thing is the passage of time, and working on making RH feel safe.

RH - Hang in there, and realize that your wife is female, and will not do the things that you would do. It is obvious to everyone here that she loves and thinks about only you. Got that?

now, why would you be feeling lonley. you have your H right here. so many BHs here would love to have their wife with my current mindset. mine can't seem to let me in.

i'm not meaning to complain. i know it takes a long time. i know i have to have patience. i know i have dumped a LOT on him. but somedays i just feel like screaming LET ME OUT OF THIS NIGHTMARE!!! and running away. and today is one of those days.

RH,

I don't know why/how he dialed me when he intended to dial someone else. All I know is he said he might want me to make a book for his niece like the one I made for that other girl, and his intention was to call his sister-in-law to ask her what she thought.
I'm sorry I didn't mention it....it's another one of those things that you don't intentionally hide...they just don't seem important. I guess everything I do or say is going to be under a microscope. The only way I feel like I can make you feel safe again is to not talk to any men.

I hate this.

NOW

[ December 17, 2004, 10:21 AM: Message edited by: NotOnlyWords ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> he said he might want me to make a book for his niece like the one I made for that other girl <hr /></blockquote>why in the world would this guy be thinking about asking you to make some sort of book for his niece????

this guy sounds like a total jerk!!! he is so full of himself that he thinks he can act this way. obviously he has zero remorse. RH, i think you should go beat the guy up!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> i'm lonley and i feel like i am in the middle of the desert and so thirsty. thirsty for attention. we have not spent any fun time with each for so long. i'm lonley!!
<hr /></blockquote>Yah. It's been so long I wonder if I remember what to do if I got some affection or (gasp) SF. Of course, I'd totally love to give it a go!

I'm so sorry.

FL-

Whoa!!!! It wasn't OM that asked me to make a book!

OMG!!!!!

NOW

NOW: Thanks for telling me the dream. I know that it is difficult for you. I've been trying not to bring him/OM up since the other week. I guess I've been trying to let you decide whether to tell me about the dreams. I know sometimes you get in those moods, if you tell me its a dream, I'll leave it at that. Just know that I'm here for you. If you want to discuss them, we can; if not, I can live with that. I don't know if that's what I meant by hiding something or not. I know we still have work to do and at least now we know that we can and are willing. I love you for that too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Whoa!!!! It wasn't OM that asked me to make a book!

OMG!!!!!
<hr /></blockquote>OHHHHHHH. opps, my bad! sorry!!!

RH,

I just realized that that phone call probably reminded you of the time OM called and you picked up upstairs and heard HIM say he called the wrong number. I can honestly tell you that I have no idea why OM did that, because I wasn't even expecting him to come over the next day....I never knew when he'd show up, and he hadn't TOLD me he'd be over that day, so that was totally weird to me.

I'm sorry, so sorry. I'm going to crawl into my hole now.

NOW

FL: The guy who asked NOW to make a book is a friend. Not OM. Sorry for the confusion. He's a nice enough guy, not really a threat, just she didn't say anything to me. Like a said, not a big deal, just with the sitch and all it sometimes weighs in.

Believer: you are right. Thanks.

Christmas luncheon, see ya later.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm sorry, so sorry. I'm going to crawl into my hole now.
<hr /></blockquote>Get your tuckus out of the hole right now!!!!!!!!!! You're here, you're gonna get better....it's time to start acting like you're better! The only way to BE worthy is to ACT worthy. And it might just be an act for awhile till you get used to it, but then it'll become habit, then the real thing. So, get your [censored] out of the hole and put your chin up. You are lovely and worthy in my estimation. It's time to live, NOW and any others that think it'll apply. So, take a breath and do it!

((((((FWWs))))))) See the "f"? That means FORMER, not right-now-at-this-moment-or-ever-again. Capice?

(2x4 going back into the closet)

Fa-la-la-la-la! I wonder what RH gets to have for lunch. I'm so hungry. Did I mention that?

Mornin idiots!!!!

Wow--y'all gave me alot to write about!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Did you get my message? Can you do it? Huh, huh, huh? I asked her to do me a favor and take some photos<hr /></blockquote>You are a freak RH!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> (Did ya do it NOW?)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />But if your relationship is in trouble, you will probably have arguments and other forms of discord, all arising from unexpressed sexuality.<hr /></blockquote>funny, w, that we actually had a spat last night before...brown said i was kissing her differently. HUH? i tried explaining im trying to be more passionate--duh. so after she felt like a sapz...guess it worked, though! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

starz...i bleieve that a person really has alot of traits under their signs...its what that person does though.

NOW--i see RH has brainwashed you into thinking im not funny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

f-again. first love in life was a virgin and virgo. (btw, she stayed that way while we dated.) it doesnt surprise me you too are a virgo! fury with a cause! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

dobie & RH: my yoD thinks im crazy, laughin at the computer!!!!!!!

de, did someone say, "Sue me?" did you forget who i am?!?!?!? Btw, i make an awesome shepherds pie--even off-the-boaters loved it. that was a *huge* compliment to me!

believer--please explain, hon, how someone would interpret a fart as to be something other than a fart--please?!?!?!?!

{{{de}}}
{{{fl}}}

NOW--do you need that microscope for other things?!?!??!?!?!? Hehehehe. couldn't resist rh! just kidding of course--i'm the irishman on the board. (De, you know what i'm saying, right?!?!?!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

really, though, i know what you are talking about. just continue to communicate with rh and be open about it all. just in the fact that rh said, "Just know that I am here for you," speaks volumes. aw, you guys are making me all teary-eyed now. (and no--dont forget i CANT be funny and am not trying to be.)

{{{NOW/RH}}}
{stepping away now}

alright guiys and gals...brown sshould be home for lunch any minute and I have some work Christmas shopping to do.

CYA!!!

{{{{idiots}}}}}
!

DE, it sounds like you're in a better "place" today--it really gets to me when you and fl et al aren't in thier happy place here in I-ville.

but....

{{doin the happy dance/charlie brown dance}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> i'm the irishman on the board. (De, you know what i'm saying, right?!?!?!)
<hr /></blockquote>Yessir! Loud and clear it's coming in!

- Kimmy - the girl with the laughing green eyes

Although *ahem* no complaints from brown!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Although *ahem* no complaints from brown!
<hr /></blockquote>That's not what I heard.

(doh! did I write that out loud?)

LINY -

GOOD TO SEE YOU! And no, RH doesn't have me brainwashed....he respects my brains out.

De-

THanks for that.....that's why I got on here this morning, because I was afraid I would go moping around the house just because I thought OM was "smirking" at me.

I KNOW I am a FORMER....oh how I wish RH would really believe that, and believe it will stay that way. This is too agonizing to ever be fool enough to go through again, although right now, it feels like I'll never be done "going through it".

I had a good cry, thinking about what my life would be like if I ever lost RH. Or maybe it was a bad cry. I am willing to stay in my hole if that would make RH feel safe.

Believer....not sure what you meant when you told RH that I am female and wouldn't do the things he would do.....I must be slow today.

Later!

NOW

LINY -

Oh I forgot to say, OM in my situation would DEFINITELY think a fart was "meaningful"....at the very least, he would think I farted just so I could blame him for it.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

NOW

Morning Liny--you crack me up! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy--you made me hungry, haven't had my breakfast yet. I make a mean pot pie too, but alas I am too much of an idiot to make my own crust. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

FL, I understand where you are coming from. My H and I can go days and weeks without really having a convo and SF???What is that, I can't remember. Which leads me to believe some days that H thinks I am a wh*re. He says NO, but when he avoids me physically for weeks it is hard not to think some days. I think in truth he is just trying to get past those d*mned films we BS's play in our heads. So good thing, our MC was telling us to start turning off the TV, get the kids to bed and spend some time together. Guess what? Two nights ago I said to H, let's do it. (no RH, Liny not ahem THAT) Turned off the telly and had a 30 minute chat about our lives, where we are going etc. WOW, this was huge for us and added mega $$$$$ in my love bank. {{{{FL}}}}

RH and NOW, so glad you two can feel safe with each other in Iville. NOW, My H looks at me weird every time I get a wrong # on my cell phone. I think I will start letting him answer it.

Well since I have written a book here I guess I should try to actually WORK!

{{iville}}}

Hey where is that mayor?? Robby, Rooooobbbbbyyyy???? Guess that contract on me has expired Starz. Can't even get a response from Robby when I say that Liny is FUNNY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You're on European time now, baby! <hr /></blockquote>Dobie, 2nd typo of the day---don't you mean, "Your-a-peein'"?????

(Can ya tell brown arrived home for luinch?!?!?)

gotta go, folks!!! try to give a quickie (quick post you freaks!) later--sure brown will be on after he11 and before outr dinner tonight.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Dobie, 2nd typo of the day---don't you mean, "Your-a-peein'"?????

<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I heard a whisper that LINY is funny - Monty Python funny. Well I'm waiting for evidence ?????????

ANY EVIDENCE???

WAITING????
<hr /></blockquote>Aren't we all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy, ST loves chicken pot pie, and homemade crust, of course, is that any other????

We are having pork tenderloin, green bean cassorole, dinner rolls, and stuffing and mashed potatoes tonight. I was hungry while getting groceries. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, today was the first time since dday, March 15, that I went without ST to get groceries. I missed his watching eye.

{{{{{FL}}}}}
and kimmy, my offers still stands. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> hee hee

Now, I'm working on it, you gave me a bunch to think about. BTW, the OM in our world, lives about 2 miles from us, country miles, so not far at all. Luckily we have not seen him in months.

I have to drive by when I take my boy to school, but I usually don't even look, I check to see if there is a SOLD sign up on occasion, but he is completely gone for me. I will not be waving at him if I seen him, I have no desire to play nice. I'm totally indifferent.

Should we send out a search party for the Mayor? I'm a bit worried, last night was IC, maybe he is in a padded room. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

FL & DD - I feel exactly the same. Hungry and thirsty for attention.

RH & NOW - In the dream, with the gun, that wasn't RH - it was me, the town sniper. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Do you want to issue a contract on someone? It's kind of a permanent solution.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> and kimmy, my offers still stands. <hr /></blockquote>I know dearest. You do know if we ever did, we'd both blow up between you and me cooking!

SETTLE DOWN ST!

Starz, can you arrange to have someone strung up by their hair and beaten like a pinata?

Starz, you have been very funny lately, would that be brain freeze, or rita's???

As the town psycho-logist, I absolutely MUST make an observation here......

Some of you seem to be fixated on the potty stage.....I'm gonna need to run some tests, though, to be sure.

Please line up...

One at a time....

And give me a sample.

here's a cup.

Not Brown, she already had her turn.

Starz,

You're hired!!!!!!!!!!

But make sure you get some therapy when the job is accomplished.

NOW

IS this place self serve now? It has been HOURS since I ask for a HUGE 151 with eggnnog. I need it for my upcoming adventure. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hope I'ville doesn't get too messy while I am gone this weekend. Use paper cups.

DOH! FOr drinking. NOTHING Else. I don't want to have to come back and pick up that! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> EEEWWWWW!

Both! Brain freeze from earlier in the week - still there - and I had ritas last night after my last concert. One is a goldfish bowl <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> and one small one. I don't know what I will do tonight. But I guarantee I will do something. I will NOT sit at home and wish IB were here. Will not...will not...will not.....ad nauseam

{{{Starz}}} Glad to see that you had the fishbowl size! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Okay, I'm suckin' back my Christmas cheer. I am outta here as soon as I can drag myself away from this forum.

Keep me in your prayers.

Believer, when if you get a chance, I hope you reply to my WAR post. I willl try and get on from wherever I am. I might need the support. And the advice to keep from using the duct tape, the 2x4, etc. that I packed in my "survival" case <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Prayers coming your way FA-A.

Could someone please pass me some Jack? I need to add a splash or two to my pop.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Dobie, 2nd typo of the day---don't you mean, "Your-a-peein'"?????<hr /></blockquote>I'm trying to decide if a potty pun is a lower type of humor than "pull my finger".

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 IS this place self serve now? It has been HOURS since I ask for a HUGE 151 with eggnnog. I need it for my upcoming adventure. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Here you go! But do you really want to accept a drink from the restroom attendant?

Dobie! WASH YOUR HANDS <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Now, I really am out of here!

Thanks for your prayers

I just tried taking a nap. Because I can. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I was dreaming about the I-ville bar. The barstools was full of a bunch of us girls, we all had drinks and was having a great time. Then in real life, my phone started to ring, and F-again, in the dream said, don't get that, you will wake up. I then woke up, it wasn't really the phone anyways, it was my boy playing his Sonic game.

Sorry to spoil the party girls.

[ December 17, 2004, 12:47 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Morning Idiots,

Robby I'm still wondering what your post meant.

When I said "please explain" I meant "please expand." I hope it's a good thing you're posting about.

Come on Mr Mayor, where are you?

Hi Jelly, how are things going now?

Story about the woman I work with. We've all just moved into the same office together where we will now work with our colleague who is a very nice young man.

"Difficult person" asked what the funny smell in the room was. I laughed and said "It must be N..." Then I said to N, "are you wearing after shave?" He said he had a bit on. DP said "You won't be able to wear that, it'll get in my sinuses."

And people at work wonder why I go downstairs and bang my head repeatedly against the wall. I don't really, but I'd like to.

I thought of an idiot thing I did. At my leaving party at my old job I did press ups on the board room floor wearing my corporate suit and high heels. It's not peeing in a cup in a car but it was pretty stupid. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AW and Aussie - good thoughts from me coming your way across the ditch (and then across Oz to Perth).

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I thought of an idiot thing I did. At my leaving party at my old job I did press ups on the board room floor wearing my corporate suit and high heels. It's not peeing in a cup in a car but it was pretty stupid. <hr /></blockquote>Hey Jen, that picture in my mind is almost as funny as peeing in a cup! STill can't figure that one out, I can't even pee down hill in the great outdoors without getting it on me. I must be an idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
I was dreaming about the I-ville bar. The barstools was full of a bunch of us girls<hr /></blockquote>Ahem, you didnt notice this good looking stud in there to? Oh wait, I mean, you didnt notice me in there to?

Women, its always about the women.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

DD: Nothing special for lunch. Too many people complain. We used to have it catered. They'd complain about when we had scalloped potatoes they wanted au gratin. So we just got 6 ft subs this year, potatoe chips, macoroni salad, potatoe salad, deserts, pickled eggs, stuff like that.

Oh, and a whole bunch of retired folks who worked here came in. So we spend most of the afternoon bull****ting with them and missing the good old days.

Starz: I'd love to take you up on that contract, but I think I can handle it myself, but really I think I've put it in God's hands. See I know this man's family and he'll never ask the good Lord for forgiveness, so we all know where he's heading.

Wow, Iville is in fine form today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FF, I have to tell you something about peeing outdoors.

Last summer on the gulf course I had to pee so bad I knew I couldn't make it back to the clubhouse, so I ducked behind some bushes and peed all over the seat of my pants (yes the were pulled down). Well I was on a league and couldn't leave the game, so I had to borrow my sisters sweatshirt and tie it about my waist for the rest of the game. But first I had to come out of the bushes in front of every one and ask her for it. It was horrible! So I guess I have to take my pants completely off and hang on a tree if I am to pee outside. Can you imagine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Weaver, I love to golf, and I have went on the golf course many times myself. They really need more bathrooms. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen, I'm now a bit worried about Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

How long before we can vote a new Mayor in???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LtHW <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Ahem, you didnt notice this good looking stud in there to? Oh wait, I mean, you didnt notice me in there to?
<hr /></blockquote>Was that you???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

You could have bought us a drink or 10. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
You could have bought us a drink or 10. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Well I tried, I really did, bartender wouldnt take my laundered money, get it haha, laundered money haha, man i kill me sometimes lol

LTHW..

Why would you have laundered money....did you pee on it?

NOW

LTHW, you are funny, kind of like Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NotOnlyWords:
 LTHW..

Why would you have laundered money....did you pee on it?

NOW <hr /></blockquote>No NOW lol, yesterday morning I took the clothes I was wearing the day before and some others and washed them, only problem was, I left my paycheck in my pants <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> hence........laundered money lol

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Last summer on the gulf course I had to pee so bad I knew I couldn't make it back to the clubhouse, so I ducked behind some bushes and peed all over the seat of my pants (yes the were pulled down). Well I was on a league and couldn't leave the game, so I had to borrow my sisters sweatshirt and tie it about my waist for the rest of the game. But first I had to come out of the bushes in front of every one and ask her for it. It was horrible! So I guess I have to take my pants completely off and hang on a tree if I am to pee outside. Can you imagine <hr /></blockquote>ROTHFLMAO Now everyone at work thinks (or maybe knows) there is something wrong with me! I sit here laughing at this box on my desk! Weaver that was hilarious. You ARE an idiot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
hey, i just had a thought...where else in the world can you call someone an idiot and it be taken as a compliment? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Well after pigging out yesterday at our office Christmas party I was a good girl and went to Curves to work out at lunch today and am now drinking my lunch. (a smoothie <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

oh but did I happen to mention the box of See's on my desk <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Did I kill the thread?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

What the heck are "sees"

KY -

I'm not really a golfer. In fact I never even held a club before I joined the league. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I thought what better way to learn than to jump right in.

And I refused to buy clubs until after I played a season. Oh yeah, they all loved me in that league.

"Oh, it's my turn already??? Well quick somebody give me a club then. Are you sure this is the right club? No, I am not going to count my strokes. That is sooooo yuppy, who cares about the score anyway??? I thought we were here to have fun. Hey, where is that bar cart? OH, it's my turn AGAIN? Give me a club someone. Are you SURE this is the right club? I am not going in THERE looking for your stupid ball, give me a break"

Oh yeah they LOVED me on that team. Do you think they'll ask me to join again next summer?

All I really wanted to do was ride around in the cart and get a nice tan. I think next summer I'll go back to the old fashioned way and get a tan in the tanning bed, like normal people. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> What the heck are "sees"

<hr /></blockquote>Chocolate ya idjut!

Weaver, love your style. Joining a golf league to get a tan and ride on the cart! LMAO You got nerve girl! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Chocolate ya idjut!

Oh jeez, I should have known! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Like your style too!

Well I got some decorations and a little girl which needs some tending.

Later...

FF said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> hey, i just had a thought...where else in the world can you call someone an idiot and it be taken as a compliment? <hr /></blockquote>SO TRUE!!!!

See's? Lucky you. My aunt from SF once brought us See's chocolates for Christmas one year. It was heavenly. Very expensive. That's the see's your talkin about, right?

Guess I should read the rest of the thread before jumping in. What an idiot.

Weaver: I hate golf, but loved your golf course story!

Hello Ejjits!!!!

I know we are all so tired of talking about the FWS - FBS - OW - OM - A - R ...but now we've resorted to "P" (and my DH stared the whole thing).

I will now de-thrown myself (no pun intended). I once didn't have a cup to ya know in. I was very drunk (New Year's Eve on the Jax Beach, FL). I had to go so bad and the only place to go was the Sports Bar up the road ... my BF wouldn't take me ... and me being a lady I couldn't ... no I wouldn't go into a bar by myself. My BF's friend's GF said "I'll go with ya". And off we went. I just couldn't make it and said I'd have to duck behind the dunes. She was to keep watch. Well, I did the deed. Problem is ... I was wearing a dress and pantyhose .... Anybody guess what I did or should I say didn't do? Yes, I lifted my dress ... however I forgot I was wearing pantyhose. Explain that to your date ... I went to pee in the Sports bar and come back with no pantyhose on and carrying you shoes ..... Oops! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> (And the GF that was look out, well she convinced me another time to go into the men's room at the Mcdonald's b/c the ladies' line was so long and the men were going in and out so fast. She yelled a "Anybody in here???" and like 10 of us made a dash for it. By the time we got out. The mens' line was getting as long as the Ladies' line and the manager was trying to calm the old ladies down - they were yelling "There's girls in the boys' room!!!!!")

So, I can't always make to the bathroom, I guess I mean to the cup <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> .

(Oh and thanks LINY for sharing this remarkable tale that reinstated "Potty Humor").

Well, changing the subject (and hopefully killing it - with exception to Dobie "the bathroom attendant". Oh and please wash your hands, unless you know where they've been!).

Anyway, I'm off to become a stunning beauty. (Okay I'm gonna try). Tonight is LINY's unit's christmas dinner. I have to admit I'm a little nervous. The OW's sis is in LINY's unit and I'm a little worry OW will make an appearance to maybe "stop in for a drink". I would really have to kill her - but I am prepared. I have her home phone number programed into my cell - I haven't told her H (yet). I am prepared to "dial and tell" - tell him to come get his W and why. (I figure that making the phone call will give me time to calm down and not beat the tar out of the wench). Though I am prepared for the whole shoes coming off ... hold my earrings ... don't make me come over there ***** ... it will be on .. and then some ... if *need* be. (The *need* being me having to whomp her *** <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) (Oops did I say that?) Wish me luck.

I'll be back b/f I go - I may even go in to the building and have my H escort me out.

[ December 18, 2004, 07:43 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Though I am prepared for the whole shoes coming off ... hold my earrings ... don't make me come over there ***** ... it will be on .. and then some ... if *need* be. (The *need* being me having to whomp her *** ) (Oops did I say that?) Wish me luck.

<hr /></blockquote>geez Brown you got ME afraid to show up and I don't even know where! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Yes, RH See's chocolates are the BEST! Yum. So much for my diet.

[ December 18, 2004, 07:44 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Brown, you go tonight and show them your stuff - not literally though! Make us proud. I wanna hear how you were slinking around outshining everyone.

Brown, you go girl!!

It's half way down the page now but the golf stories (not the potty stories) made me think of another idiot thing I did.

I don't play golf either but on a staff weekend away we all played on the 9 hole course attached to the hotel. It was right next to a main road.

The guy who was showing me which club to use was watching my dreadful attempts and by the time we got to the last green he gave me a 7 iron to hit the very short distance to the green.

Well, I whacked the ball, it soared into the air, went for miles, out onto the road and hit a car.

I was jumping up and down, ecstatic with joy at my wonderful shot till the guy helping me said "hitting a car with a golf ball while the ball and car are travelling at high speed is NOT a good thing." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I should add, no one was hurt, the car just kept on going.

While I've been reading and posting I have also been helping myself to the box of chocolates one of the profs gave me yesterday. Ain't Christmas grand?

Come on, Robby, it's not funny any more. WHERE ARE YOU?

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I was jumping up and down, ecstatic with joy at my wonderful shot till the guy helping me said "hitting a car with a golf ball while the ball and car are travelling at high speed is NOT a good thing."

<hr /></blockquote>I see now why I don't play golf. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I am one of those people that hits the tennis ball like I want to hit a homerun in softball. KiwiJ. this was hilarious and so much nicer than potty talk. Dobie, are you hanging out in the men's room again? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have fun y'all I am taking the weekend off from Iville. I need to actually accomplish something this weekend. Luv ya all.

Robbie, hoping your absence is a GOOD thing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

See ya, FF. Have a great weekend. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I was also thinking about AW's post when she said Aussie was pissed. I thought I'd translate some Aussie/Kiwi language into American.

Pissed = drunk
Pissed off = angry
Sh** faced = drunk

And the one that gets all Americans every time they visit England, Australia or NZ and causes HUGE embarrassment to them.

Fanny = women's unmentionable bits (very, very impolite usage and almost as bad as the other very bad word).

Jen

Bye FF. Have a great weekend.

Jen - We say Sh faced too. But when AW said pissed, I thought she meant angry. You'll best be translating so we understand what you're talking about. My friend is married to a New Zealander, and I still have trouble understanding when he starts talking.

Wow!! over 6 1/2 hours and noones posted!!! RIF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HR puff & stuff here! (brown and I are very giddy--sorry!) Dinner went well. brown looked very pretty--liked she belonged there, dagnabit!1 and she did--right on my side!
Went well. dinner went well. one very uneasy at the table--my asst mgr had no clue of what she was saying and brown and i had a good laugh over it--i'll explain 'nother time.

Very exhausted!!! {{doing the happy dance}} On vaca for a week 1/2. Brown & I start shopping tommorrow. girls staying at mom's. getting prepared 4 the noreaster as well--they r now saying all snow and 2 b a douzy (sp).

worried about robby, although brown said she recalls several pages back that he starts new job. (???) PLez chek in mayor!

Cya later all!

Well done, {{{{{LINY & Brown}}}}}

**Justuss : sorry and thanks for the edits - I was feeling very emotional**

Anyhow the whomp *** was not needed after all. I did feel alittle anexious through most of the evening. Kinda like being under a microscope myself, b/c I'd be crazy to think the OW didn't want to know so details about me from her sis and her friend (unless she doesn't care about anything that has to do w/ LINY - I'm not sure about that).

I tried to look beautiful and be graceful and ladylike (I know it was a stretch), but I think I pulled it off. I didn't want to look like a S*** or an old lady (I'm only 37) or an old lady trying to look like a little girl (I know I'm not 16 or even 25). What know what I wore? (so, I'm going tell ya anyway - you don't havfta read it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ). I wore a bright red turle neck sweater that match LINY's tie (wearing a red tie was a nice new thing for LINY - He looked so handsome - lucky girl, lucky girl, lucky girl, lalalala). I had on my ankle length black mole skin skirt with the slit up the back. I had funky black belt with the big buckle (I always loved that still from the 80's - this was my attempt to bring bad the "Big Funky Belts" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> ). I wore my black 4 inch shoes with the ankle straps (also a throw back disco-ish kinda shoe - I think they make your legs look so sexy). My make up was the usual (I didn't look like a clown or a hooker). I never really had problem with make. My hair - hum - well it was a little "big" (for me anyway). I tried to get it to look like the hairdresser did for the wedding I was in - I was pleased with that too (And no Robby you can'y borrow my outfit for Tuesday - and where are you anyway?!?! - we're all worried - ok we hardly noticed - and we're just re-typing what someone else already typed - b/c we're idiots - oooh sorry back to *Me*). I think I done real good! (I fooled them. I looked like .... I smelled like .... I sounded like .... I acted like .... a lady. I must have been a lady .... hahahahaha. They don't know about the whole cup story).

So over all - LINY looked sooooooo handsome. The Toasted Almonds were yummy, yummy, yummy. The Prime Rib just melted in your mouth. The conversation was happy and light (yes, I made small talk with the sis and her friend. The friend can be a little B****. They acted just a little "girlish" and were really "fake". For all their effort - they didn't realize it was "sport" for me - What's that line from 'fried green tomatoes' - "Face it girls! I'm older and I have more insurance!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Been there done that!!!). All and all a lovely evening. We made through (LINY & I) -*Together* (Oh and evening the night with a little SF for good measure <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Today, we'll attempt to do some shopping. MIL is taking the girls over night. So, I'll check in later (hehehehe I always saw that and hardly ever do - sorry)

{{{IDIOT}}} (You too Robby where ever you are????)

(Oh and 1 more thing - why are all you idiots in I-ville when U R @ work ?!?!?!?)

Brown, it sounds like you and LINY looked great and did this *together*. Very cool. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

I bet he was really proud of you and pleased to have you with him.

Jen

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mom just came and took the girls to stay overnight....lots to do...right now we're just maxin' and relaxin'--something we NEVER get to do together!!!!
(I'd put another grin, but I maxed out responding to how proud and good I felt--WE felt!

LINY, that put a great big smile on my face. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{LINY & brown}}}}}

.

.-you sound better in the past few days than you had been doing. Hope all is well with you and yours!

Robby?!?!?! Uh, Mr. Mayor?!?!?!?

Wow, just . and myself and a few tumbleweeds in I-ville the past 24 hours or so.

Last I heard, Robby was talking to his wife (or himself) in Idiotville. I hope that something wonderful happened.

All you all must be out doing some last minute Christmas shopping! It sure is quiet here!

Me, I gave my daughter another lesson in parallel parking. Yuck. I can DO it, but I have trouble teaching it! Well, she goes for the test this Thursday....wish her luck!

LINY and Brown,

Sounds like you are doing really great! I loved Brown's outfit....quite a "looker", isn't she?

Hey, everyone, take care....hope the rest of your weekend goes well!

NOW

Not Xmas shopping, just smokin' in the boys room.

Dobie

Wow...was that a pee by, or was that dobie chiming in to I-ville?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yep, been shopping all day. Not my favorite thing to do, but... it must be done. IB called this morning. I was so excited he called and just chatted away about all kinds of things and then when I stopped talking he was kind of cold and uninterested. I guess he just felt an obligation to call because he felt he should check in just in case there were any problems. When I was so friendly and happy to hear from him I guess it bummed him out. Isn't that what I'm supposed to do in Plan A? It's so discouraging sometimes. Oh, well. He said he wasn't in the mood for Christmas shopping and that the only shopping he had done was his own. (Yeah, I know what he bought her and how much it cost. I know what stores he went to, and I can pretty well guarantee that it wasn't for me, so...) I asked him if he wanted to go early one day this week and shop together like we usually do. He said no, the only shopping he would be doing was his own... God get me through Christmas without losing it completely.

Can't stay on Iville all night tonight. Presents to wrap and Sunday School Lesson to prepare. Nobody's here, anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Robby, where are you? long silence as Stars puts hand around ear to hear better.

I for one have not done ANY Christmas shopping. Kinda lagging this year. Sheesh, then I gotta wrap it. Yikes!

I hate that it becomes a burden. So many people to buy for, so much expense, so much stress, so many activities for the whole month, and then it is all gone in a matter of minutes. Usually I love most of it, but this year my heart's just not in it. Maybe next year will be better.

Maybe it's best to just wait till the last minute, buy some things for people, come home and stuff them in bags and focus on something else. Like food - now there's the real deal!

I notice everyone keeps asking where the mayor is, did Starz try to fulfill her contract on FF and miss and take out the mayor instead? Hmmm, stay tuned, same bat channel, same bat time.....

There is a certain protocol to be followed in issuing a hit. The mayor never gave me final approval on the hit itself and identified target. Therefore... I am locked and loaded but still just on call. Besides I NEVER MISS!!!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

By the way, when I got home tonight IB's and son's dog had brought me an entire dead deer and left it in the front yard. Yuck.

What the heck kind of dog do you have??? A deerhound?

[ December 18, 2004, 08:38 PM: Message edited by: Dobie ]

She is a beautiful, loving black lab who is also a packrat. Brings everything she can get her mouth around into the front yard. We have a yellow lab (both labs actually belong to my son. I also have three registered basset hounds and we have a Jack Russell terrier who doesn't like me or the oldest female bassett. She lives in the pen with the yellow lab.

I actually love the dog very much. Just tired of picking up after her.

Interesting parallel: I actually love my husband very much. Tired of picking up all his **** too.

She's a strong bugger! How far did she haul it? How big is it? Is it still fresh?

You know they call them Retrievers for a reason...

It was a full sized deer. My son's friend came by and said he saw it down by the creek day before yesterday. Someone shot it from the highway, I imagine. Trashy stupid people. Then the buzzards got to it yesterday and today it ended up in my yard. It's gone now - creek is about 300 yards from my house. Yes, she is a strong dog. Of course, what she is doing is true to her breeding. All labs are orally fixated - love to wag things in their mouth. The yellow lab is trained as a hunting dog - to retrieve ducks when they fall in the water. The black lab is gun shy, so she can't be a hunting dog. But she is sweet and loving and eats a lot and loves to ride in the back of the pickup truck.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I for one have not done ANY Christmas shopping.<hr /></blockquote>Ditto over here too. We were supposed to start today, but decided--no *needed* a break from the kids. Got take out TGIF and had a nice quiet night/dinner together after a very loud afternoon. (*ahem*)
I usually do all of the wrapping Christmas Eve.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I notice everyone keeps asking where the mayor is, did Starz try to fulfill her contract on FF and miss and take out the mayor instead? Hmmm, stay tuned, same bat channel, same bat time..... <hr /></blockquote>That is so warped RH. You're bad. (LMAO!!!)

Hey dobie & starz!

Oh, as a side note, tommorrow we start shopping. Really.

Alright I am away for a few days and everyone just vacates the place!!

Robby where oh where are you?

Bob's on holiday in sunny Florida isn't he?

RIF is just so enjoying himself with wife & kids big hugs to them all ((((hugs)))))

well I have a sore [censored] and bruised ego ...LMAO seeing the funny side of last night <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW - remember my story about ending up upside down against the wall? I warned you about touching his shoulder. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH is bad, isn't he? I knew it all along.

Yikes, it's my bedtime. And I've had three glasses of wine, which contribute to my sleepiness. I made my green enchiladas for the church dinner tomorrow - our Christmas dinner at church. The kids will do their little program and it will be fun. Tomorrow morning I will bake 2 sweet potato pies. Yum.

Must wrap the preacher's Christmas gift, too. Better go to bed so I can get up in the morning. I am such a wuss. Can't stay up past 10 pm.

oh going Xmas shopping in 10 mins, truly, really, Sunday trading .....

have to get the Big Book of Names...... pram. cot, clothes, bottles, steriliser, .... this is so unreal.. well the puking isnt

then mobile phone for son, personal dvd - radio for daughter, swimming pool for family - what will it cost me to get Aussie to dig the hole BEFORE Xmas ??? yeah thought so too.... ok above ground then. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ok time to go spend $$$$ ...hey I'm GOOD at that!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Starz

you surely did warn me & after driving around for an hour do I wish I had listen more closely!! Ouch

think anyone will notice if I put a bag of ice back there???

The credit card got hammered AGAIN - and I havent told him about the diff yet - presents lists full - but how do you wrap a pool?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

well I have a clever plan, son & daughter have as much interest in the garden as I do in rap music, less in fact. So I
l'll get Aussie to help me place the sand base and tell them its top dressing and put up the pool up on Xmas eve.

Just like we did a number of years ago for the swing set when they were small tikes.

Of course I do hope THIS time Aussie will control his language as on that ocassion he entertained the neighbours with a delightful display of cursing, bad temper and inepitude hehehe
where as I on the other hand did exactly what he told me to, to shut up and just smiled at the neighbours peering over the fence and laughing their heads off.
MMM see I TOLD you he was a natural for this idiotville thingy..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

As for his job.... do we have a lazy wastrel vacant yet?? Robby rhink you can create this sort of job????

Do him good actually just to do nothing for a little while.

It is 1 degree here today. High today of 10. BURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

Liny, got myself a bunch of that AHEM the last couple of days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DipiT was your concert this weekend? I hope it all went well. Sorry I missed it.

Are we ready to vote for a new Mayor yet? Just kidding, no I'm not, yes I am, no I'm not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Brown, you looked gorgeous, and you definitely gave them something to talk about. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW, I'm done shopping, have been for weeks, with all the gifts wrapped under the tree. All in some kind of gold paper, with bows, and ribbons and bells and beads and rope to make them beautiful.

My tree is completely done with gold ornaments, and cherub angels, I have about 6 really big tree top angels stuffed in it here and there. I have giant bulbs, I have small bulbs in groups of 3, I have harps, and horns, I have gold painted spiral sprigs that stick out of the tree, I have big bows and ribbons, I have strings of beads, anything gold and beautiful. Every branch is covered and most have at least 2 ornaments on it. I LOVE MY TREE!!!

Have a great day everybody, stay warm, or does that just apply to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hey KY!

I have three trees. Yep that's right, three!

A six footer, a five footer and a four footer all grouped together. They are the skinny alpine rustic trees with real wood trunks! And they are decorated with rustic homemade decs.

All rustic for me, and all victorian for you. Cool!

Happy Sunday to you little jelly, and you AW and all the rest. (sorry I didn't read the posts to see who all was on this a.m.) I am always in way too much of a hurry to do the I'ville thing properly.

Weaver, I love the rustic look, that is actually my favorite. I can't wait to get a cabin in the UP some day. I want it to look so rustic, but in a princess sort of way.

Yeah, yeah, you read it right. Some day we will have a cabin up there. It will be great place to VISIT!!!!!

Is it freezing there? I always check your weather too, but missed it this morning.

Rustic in a princess sort of way! You crack me up KY. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yes it is FREEZING today! Last Sunday KY was the most beautiful snowy day. We had those huge snowflakes and it was warm out and everything was perfectly white. We got about 6 inches in one day but it was so breathtakingly beautiful I didn't mind.

Now today it is just plain freezing. No fun at all!

I love the snow Weaver, absolutely love it, I think it is one of the most beautiful natural things that exist.

We only have a ground covering, but the weatherman says it will be a white Christmas.

I hate when it is just bitter nasty cold. The sun is shining, but it is just for looks today.

I love those big fluffy flakes that hang on every branch and the trees are fully covered with inches of snow, nothing more beautiful than that.

Hi Ky weaver all the gang lurking

1 what weaver?????

I mean today it was 94.1 and 40% humidity and you melt outside, never seen 1 of any kind of temp.

Really really meant to ask this, does snow REALLY exist outside of the poles?????

and because LINY has been so slack lately ....

What do Alexander the Great and Kermit the Frog have in common?
Their middle name

What's the easiest way to put a giraffe in a fridge?
By opening the door and putting it in.

How do you put an elephant into a refrigerator?
You open the refrigerator, take out the giraffe, put in the elephant and close the door

The Lion King is hosting an animal conference, all the animals attend, except one. Which animal does not attend?
The elephant. The elephant is in the refrigerator.

There is a river you must cross. But it is filled with crocodiles. How do you manage it?
You swim across -- all the crocodiles are attending the animal conference.

I have SO much more but do I dare post it??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW -

Talking about RAP, I used to feel the same way and then I watched 8 mile (emenems story) and now I kind of like it. I am an Emenem fan now. He came from one of the most brutal areas in Detroit (8 mile) and was white no less. He is brilliant really. Watch that movie (ignore the bad language) and see if you don't start feeling a little different when you listen to RAP. It is a learned appreciation I think. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW, I responded to you on your thread regarding the conversation thing or "lack" of it.

actually it is 1 degrees here where I am at, I'm in the warm part of Michigan, I'm guessing where Weaver is at, it is colder. She lives in the cold part, BFE!

Funny jokes, very Liny like. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny, you do know I adore you, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW, my heart really goes out to you. The trauma the A causes is horrific I can't imagine adding the war to it. I pray for you and your family.

AW, I envy you where you live, but I do like the snow at times.

I love the outfits <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> when I was in my selfish, spend every dime on me mode this fall, I bought a pair of those beautiful sheepskin boots and some brazilian jeans. I love beautiful sweaters, good jeans and my sheepskin boots. I am becomming very vain, but hey so what. Now I want to go somewhere and showoff. Nowhere to go here but the bars, and I refuse to wear my nice clothes to the bar (all that disgusting smoke <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ).

Did you catch that Jelly? disgusting smoke ruining my expensive clothes <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Weaver, I LOVED 8 Mile, great movie.

Love Emenem, find him incredible talented. I only listen to country, but I also enjoy his Rap.

IF you got em smoke em! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Mornin Idiots!!! If I had em, Id smoke em, all I have now is some nasty brown stuff thats all sticky <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> j/k, maybe, guess youll never know <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Anywho, getting worse for me with Christmas here now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> gonna be a bad lonely day today I fear

Also, been looking at morning at moving to Hawaii, always wanted to, if X isnt coming back, Ill be moving there for sure, just need to find a place to live and work, I love that "paradise" feeling you get just being around all that beauty. Now Im in Erie Pa, yuck, to damn cold, only good day for snow is Christmas, after that 80 and sunny is great for me!

Steve, your day is only as bad as you allow it to be.

Hawaii, no kidding? Great choice, I've been there, once for 4 hours, on a lay over going to Australia, didn't see anything but the airport. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Don't smoke, it will kill you. That was me making fun of Robby and Weaver. Although I read that Weaver quit!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> If only Jen would. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Have a great Sunday all. I have to get moving now.

bye, Jelly

Mayor, take your time, we will all be here waiting to support you when you are ready.

{{{robby}}} <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well I cant whinge about my part in this, I did it my fault.
He didnt, did his duty time after time and pays and pays. AND he'll go again and again until one day he wont come back or is moved at 45.

So we dont plan for long term things together just today tomorrow the next day and leave the rest. Its not something you think about much just accept and are grateful for each return no matter what. Its simply life.

Hey I got my bath fixed and I'm going for a quick soak... now the foot rub ... poor fella looks so sorry I'd pull him in clothes and all if our daughter wouldnt get disgusted with us,, spoilsport!! ' Havent you two had enough yet???...nuh wait until youre preggers sweet heart hehehe

now just one more until I get out.........

What's the national sport of Afghanistan?
DUCK!!!

Two goldfish were in their tank.
One turns to the other and says,
"You man the guns, I'll drive."

hehehe well two. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Steve

plan sounds fine, lovely place

(((((Steve)))))

hey if youre around in a hour we can chat... bath time now to soak my aching you know what I sit on... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
bath time now to soak my aching you know what I sit on... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>You have an aching chair?? I hate when that happens <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Ill be around, nothing else to do!! lol

Hi Steve!

Hang in there, play some funky music, make something really good to eat that takes a long time - have a good day in other words.

Well I have to run too, but wanted to say hey!

hi anyone around in good ol idiotville at the moment?

Morning Idiotville!

Think I over did it yesterday, now my good knee is acting bad. It's puffed up like a watermelon. Hope it feels better soon as the steel roofing is coming this week and I need to get that roof on. It's always something.

Jelly/Weaver: Your trees/decorating sound lovely.

Starz: J/K on the "missed" contract. You know, anyone that can go to the woods with one bullet and bring back their trophy is a good shot. (My dad did that once, before I was born. His buddies used to tell that story every year and I got tired of it.)

AW: A pool? lucky you. Wish it was warm on this side of the globe.

gday rh

well its warm alright 11 50 pm and its still 85 and humidity is rising.]
another summer night in Perth <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AW: Lucky, lucky you for the sweet temps. I hate cold. Well, gotta go have a good evening/day.

Weaver said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> make something really good to eat <hr /></blockquote>Was you talking to me? Was YOU, talking to ME?

I just made, Scalloped potatoes and ham, for later, we will have a veggies casserole and rolls to go with, and....

Chocolate chip cookies, I will drizzle chocolate over top of them when they cool,

Peanut butter cookies, I will dip 1/2 of them in chocolate when they cool.

Molasses crinkles and Oatmeal Scotchies

Tomorrow I will make 120 more Oreo Truffles.

Does any of that count as something good? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Time to get a batch out of the oven. YUM

K - What time is dinner? Ill be sure I wash my hands. Havent had a home cooked meal in a very long time <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning everyone. It's 80 degrees in sunny California, with 10 foot high breakers today.

I'm starting to worry about Robby. About to form up a search party. Starz, can I borrow that black lab?

Oh Steve, that breaks my heart. We eat every night at 6:00, I cook every single night except Fridays, we go out then. You are welcome to join us anytime.

Believer, I think he is just reflecting. I'm sure we will hear from him soon.

edited for spelling, had I left it, maybe Robby would post to correct me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 19, 2004, 11:15 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

{{{{{IDIOTS}}}}}
And a special manly one for hard: {{hard}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Think I over did it yesterday, now my good knee is acting bad. <hr /></blockquote>And how is NOW feeling?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Gotta go with RH: weaver and KY, your trees sound beautiful!

Welp, brown and I are off to the stores. AAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!

AW...thanks for filling in for me! (Nobody answered my last one a few days ago: How do you make a clown stop laughing????? (It's REALLY bad, so if I get any bites, I'll give ya'll the answer when we get back!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Liny, got myself a bunch of that AHEM the last couple of days.<hr /></blockquote>This is such a legitimate excuse for not posting for the last few days. You may be excused!

Snow coming tommorrow--YIPPEE!!! (Along with frigid temps-thanks KY * ST!) Possible white Christmas too!

OK all...."cya" later!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> quote:
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And how is NOW feeling?!?!?!? <hr /></blockquote>OMG, this just might qualify as FUNNY!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

BTW - AHEM <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, I'm an Idiot, sorry about your knee. I hope it doesn't slow you down. {{RH}}

Idiotville, I'm working on your Christmas presents. No peaking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />The Marriage Builders Forums will be unavailable beginning approximately 6 pm on Thursday, December 23, 2004. The forums will be closed so that we can perform necessary forum maintenance. While we plan to have them available by 8 am on Friday, December 24, 2004, the forums will remain closed until the maintenance has been completed, and may be up earlier or later than the time and date indicated.
<hr /></blockquote>Can they do that???
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Believer, I am worried about him, too. The black lab and the yellow lab are yours to use - also the three very stupid basset hounds might be of help (They have HUGE noses) but they'd probably get lost they're so dumb and we'd all have to go out looking for the lost dogs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jelly, you're his oldest friend on here. Do you know how to get in touch with him?

CAN they do that? I'll be in withdrawal for Christmas. However, it's just one night. If they said they were closing for the weekend I'd have to take my trusty rifle and ....

Starz -

You can do it sweetie. Yep, it'll be hard. A whole day without MB. Almost worse than quitting smoking.

Speaking of dogs - I have a wonderful pitbull, named Leo. He was a rescue dog. But he is the sweetest dog, ever. He knows all kind of tricks, plus loves our two cats. Ain't dogs great?

starz, I've been in touch with him. He will post soon. He is just taking some time.

We just got rid of our beautiful yellow lab. Gave her away. She was $600.00. We just aren't animal people. I can't even handle touching a dog. She was ALWAYS and outside dog, and she just didn't get the love she deserved.

Now, I miss her something terrible, and I wish we still had her. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Our poor Lilly dog.

Jelly -

Thanks for the update. I have stressed about the mayor.

Now back to dogs. Aren't they great

Jelly- thanks. I was worried.

Believer - I just love dogs. They give love unconditionally. They don't expect anything in return. They are so happy to see you when you come home - you can tell it's the most important moment of their life - when you come walking up the sidewalk. They put their whole body into their love. They don't just wag their tail - the whole body wags. They smile when they see you. They want nothing more than to be with you and perhaps (bliss!!) get their belly rubbed or be patted on the head.

We humans could learn a lot from dogs.

If you love something, set it free. If it comes back to you, it's yours. If it doesn't, it never was. We do not possess anything in this world, least of all other people. We only imagine that we do. Our friends, our lovers, our spouses, even our children are not ours; they belong only to themselves.

Robby - YOU'RE BACK!!! (Starz does happy dance)

But I haven't understood a word you've said for the past 3 days. Did you learn a different language while you were gone? Interpret for those of us who are unilingual, please.

Robby's Back!! Robby's Back!! Robby's Back!!!.....

Sorry for the absence. A lot happened, none of it good.

Thursday night my W, Leigh, told me she wasnâ€™t in love with me anymore and hasnâ€™t been for a long time. She doesnâ€™t think there is any way we can ever have a happy marriage and wants to move towards D.

Sheâ€™s not lurking. I just wanted to express how I feel.

For all you newbies (or those of you who donâ€™t pay attention), when this town was founded I decided that I will retain the official title of Mayor of Idiotville until my W posts. Then we would hold electionsâ€¦

So Iâ€™ve got some good news and some bad newsâ€¦.

The good news is that Iâ€™m back! Thanks for your concern. Iâ€™m loved by idiots and that ainâ€™t so bad! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

The bad news is that your all stuck with me and I will most likely be MAYOR FOR LIFE!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Is there any chance that you could get her to talk to Steve Harley? Just once? She owes it to your child to at least try once.

At this point, it couldn't hurt much to ask, could it?

Hey g&g. After a GREAT saturday, what a ****** Sunday. Not even gonna get into it.

{{robby}}
Glad you're back--but not without good news. I had already spent about 4 million dollars in campaign ads. Certainly can live without $4M as opposed to not being with brown. So sorry, bro.

HOWEVER...There ain't no fat ladies here in i-ville and I certainly don't hear no singin'. (Dog calling, but no singing! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> OOOOOOOWWWWWWHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOO...OW OW...OOOOOOOWWWWWWWWHHHHHHOOOOOOOOO!)
It ain't over yet, Robby.

Gotta get up early with brwon and take her to work. (Already about an inch out there--expecting 4 total. OK--no Irish jokes, alright?!?!!?)

(And KY said I'm "almost" funny!!!!!!!!!!! Any typos RH?)
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Have a great day everyone!

[ December 19, 2004, 11:48 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

{{{{{{{ROBBY}}}}}}}

I'm so sorry. You know what, though? That quote you posted, that's so true, and if you can really live that you believe it, then your W just might end up falling in love with you again.
It seems a common thing, for WS's to say they aren't "in love" anymore. And the problem is we think that it's a necessary ingredient to staying married, especially once you get those feelings for someone other than your spouse. That's a hard one to let go of. I also believe that it's probably as distressing to her as it is to you, and believe it or not, she just may be thinking it's as much for your good as it is for hers.
But I agree with LINY....it ain't over 'til it's over.

IT'S COLD HERE THIS MORNING!!!!!!!

NOW

{{{{{Mayor Robby}}}}}

Not sure I can add anymore to what's been said, know that we're here for you and care for you.

Mother never told me that life would be fair or easy. I find that as I get older, I think life gets harder and more unfair. Hang in there.

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> No peaking. <hr /></blockquote>Is this a voyeuristic expression with sexual connotations or just a typo? Could it be like Robby's "my skirt is too tight so it is falling down" expression. Hmmmmmm?

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

W told me last night she was "not in a hurry" to file... whatever that means... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

It's only 45 degrees here right now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

WTF!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Damn Yankees need to get down here and take your crappy weather back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Robby, I'd be happy to take back 45 deg. weather. It was 1 deg. here this morning. I think Jelly sent it over.

This is only my second December living in Florida. They say your blood thins (its actually your skin) but my gosh it's cold!! We moved here from Ohio. I just looked up our old zip code on weather.com. It's 0 and feels like -9!! We used to be used to it but would most likely die of exposure now!

{{{{Robby}}}

Welcome back mayor, we missed you and were worried about you as you can see from the pages and pages that built up.

Morning Iville. I did not post all weekend (well ok I did lurk once or twice and did post to Pep once) and you certainly were busy people here in Iville.

Ok I have my weekend idiot story. Are you ready? I bought new Christmas lights for the outside of our house, did not like the way my H just threw the old ones up. Spent a good hour on a very rock ladder attaching them to the rain gutter etc. and come to realize...yup started with the wrong end of the strand and can't plug them in!! Female to female don't work ya know. So when my H came home I tried to fix them and fell off a ledge on our porch over a bush and flat on my back on our newly manured lawn! Ouch I landed so hard they heard me inside the house. Lets just say I can barely move my neck today. My H fixed the lights and they do look great though. I walked around all day mumbling what an idiot I am! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

RH, get off me, I'm not your prom date!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The bad news is that your all stuck with me and I will most likely be MAYOR FOR LIFE!!!
<hr /></blockquote>This is the best bad news I have ever heard, from a very selfish perspective. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I went the Market this morning, the very friendly manager told me he let his weiner dog out this morning at 4 am and it was -6. Burr, that had to have been one cold weiner. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby one guess where you can shove your 45 degree weather. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm almost done wrapping your gifts I-ville. Not sure how to wrap that lump of coal for RH though.

Good morning everybody.

A great big hug to you all {{{{{idiotville}}}}}

and a special one for {{{{{robby}}}}

and one giant lick for you all to share as well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I have a headache, I think my hair is too tight.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby one guess where you can shove your 45 degree weather. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>No room there Jelly Bing!!

Been told alot lately that I'm full of ****!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

That reminds me, Have you seen The Bad Santa? We just watched it. A couple of pretty funny, parts in it. LOL parts.

How are you today, and what are you wearing tomorrow?

Today I am confused. Not sure what to do now. Maybe plan B but I need to find a way to expend the energy without building up any hope.

Tomorrow I am wearing my very sexy she-elf costume!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good morning, everyone.

IB and S came home a day early from hunting trip. Major surprise. IB has gone Christmas shopping. I will be finishing my shopping, too, this afternoon, but must take mother to a luncheon today. So I'll be around this a.m.

Yes, Robby, what are you wearing? I'm really partial to the Christmas sweater and red leather miniskirt with the black boots. 'Tis the season, you know.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
Yes, Robby, what are you wearing? I'm really partial to the Christmas sweater and red leather miniskirt with the black boots. 'Tis the season, you know. <hr /></blockquote>Now I'm torn!

I WOULD LOOK DAMN HOTT IN THAT!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I may have to crossdress the entire week!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH, get off me, I'm not your prom date!!! <hr /></blockquote>Huh? Prom date? What was that? (Long story short, I took this one girl to the prom as a junior and then she went to the after prom party with another guy. Next year, I just got drunk.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Not sure how to wrap that lump of coal for RH though. <hr /></blockquote>No wrapping required. Can I have a stick of wood instead? I could carve that into a 2x4 or just throw it in the woodstove...

Robby said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Tomorrow I am wearing my very sexy she-elf costume!! <hr /></blockquote>cool

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now I'm torn!
<hr /></blockquote>lmTao <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH cross off lump of coal, and get 2x4's

Prom, it is so lame in little towns. That was funny that she went with somebody else to the party. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Real ego boost for you, huh?

[ December 20, 2004, 09:28 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Gotta run to "work" for a bit...

See you Idiots soon!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

((((((((((((ROBBY)))))))))))))

Tomorrow I will be old.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Tomorrow I will be old.
<hr /></blockquote>Today, just older than Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kimmy: You're only a month older than Jelly, right.

<<<and that wasn't a question>>>

I'm WAY older than Jelly....but I'm just as cute.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

After today, I'll have a whole week off.

Geez! What am I going to do without my idiots for a whole week. I'll probably go into MB de-tox. Think there's a patch for that?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I went the Market this morning, the very friendly manager told me he let his weiner dog out this morning at 4 am and it was -6. Burr, that had to have been one cold weiner. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Snorting coffee out my nose hurts!

Dobie

My weenie dog HATES to be cold. She'd hold it til her eyes turned yellow before going out and having the cold grass touch her ta-tas.

Not that I blame her. Ow!

Mornin Y'all!

Way too cold for FL - it was 42 when I left to take S to school - I have lived here all my life - my blood/skin whatever - it's all too thin, and there just ain't enough clothes to shake that chill. My hat's off to all of you who take it every year!!

{{Robby}} sorry friend - prayers for you to make the right decision!

(((Idiotville))) OK, well, I'm off to the bank and run some other errands - catch up with y'all later!

PS - Jelly - send some of that stuff down here - the food, I mean, NOT the weather - y'all have sent enough of the cold for one year! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Since my hysto, I've lost about 12-15 lbs - and I look like I've had a tummy tuck, well, more like maybe only one tiny baby, instead of 3 big ones - WOOHOOHOO - go Doc!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> H is happy too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YL, you were so darn thin all ready, you must be a noodle now. OMG

Dobie, morning.

RH, how dare you!!!

Happy birthday tomorrow Kimmy, happy birthday tomorrow to you....

Well, stuff's not ready at accountant's office, and boss decided he'd to go to bank instead, so, I get more time with you guys!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY - yah, not too big, but I've had a "tummy" since I was 13 - well, with the stuff outta the way, it's flat!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> for the first time in well, how many years?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Anyway, can't wait for some warmer weather - but, I can say my jeans and sweaters look awesome now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Happy early birthday, Ms. Kimmy!!

For my Idiotville family, here is your Christmas presents, a tad early, but I'm afraid I might not have the time to hand them out on Christmas.

To:
YL - meat, for your bones
Kiwi - The Patch
Believer - condoms
Brown - bedpan
DipiT - batteries <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Starz - Ice Pick <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
AW - a donut (to sit on)
TT - a reduction
Graycloud - Entry form to a Celebrity look alike contest
LTHW/Steve - Meals on Wheels gift certificate
ST - some Jelly, your favorite flavor
Bob - pedestal
Dobie - catheter
F-again - Swiffer Wet Jet
Robby - 5 Love Languages on tape, and a stuffed frog for Baby Bear
RH - Dr. Ruth's how to tell when your W is making a pass.
Now - Contract for your baskets for the milestone gift basket give away here in Idiotville
RIF - Direct TV package that carries all your favorite shows for life, Bill Dance, Hank Parker, Bassmaster's, and Cricket
FL - Quality time
Kimmy - Round trip tickets to MI for a fun filled weekend with ME! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Weaver - A scanner, and a roll of dimes so you can go play pool. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
Liny - the book, How to be Funny, for Dummies <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Faith - the book, How to know when somebody is Funny, for Dummies <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

For LIT, Spider, Fraggles, Sad, Wanted Out a bumper sticker that reads, once an idiot, always an idiot.

Have a very Merry Christmas to you all,
lots of love, hugs and <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
Jelly Bing

[ December 20, 2004, 11:00 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Jelly, that was so sweet and so funny you made me get all choked up. You thought of such appropriate things for us all you dear, sweet, lovely girl. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Settle down ST (and everyone else).

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Robby}}}}}}}}}}}}}} and that's a full press right up against you hug. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

And big hugs for all the other Idiots.

Jen

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH, how dare you!!! <hr /></blockquote>Now what?

also: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH - a little sister, to pick on <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>One's enough, thank you and no licks there. That's incest.

ROFLMCAO!!!!!!

I see I-ville is in great form today! Much like, YL?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Happy Early Birthday De!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Tomorrow I am wearing my very sexy she-elf costume!!<hr /></blockquote>Robby!!! You never returned that to me from last year. Hussy!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> No peaking. <hr /></blockquote>Is this a voyeuristic expression with sexual connotations or just a typo? Could it be like Robby's "my skirt is too tight so it is falling down" expression. Hmmmmmm? <hr /></blockquote>Isn't that "peeing"? And substitute grammar teacher, wouldn't you know the typos?!?!?

Balmy 8o out this morning--with about 3 inches of snow. Roads were a sheet of ice this morning. Ah...those were the days when I had to "travel" on the world's largest parking lot--the L.I.E.

Needed a good chuckle this morning--thanks everyone.

OK...I'm jealous! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />
<blockquote>quote:<hr />{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Robby}}}}}}}}}}}}}} and that's a full press right up against you hug.<hr /></blockquote>

OK, I'll give you one too but you have to be wearing the she-elf costume. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now what?
<hr /></blockquote>Kimmy, what are you about 1 month older than Jelly? (said, in the most obnoxiously mocking tone I have)

she is an ancient dinosaur for the love of Chocolate, and I'm just a baby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You all ready have a sister? I thought that was why I get bashed, because you were lacking in that area. I'll have to think of something else.

Kiwi, morning, I think you are lovely! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Liny, isn't the snow wonderful? I love to travel on bad roads, call me crazy.
{{HUGS}} because I feel sorry for your non-funny a$$. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> she is an ancient dinosaur for the love of Chocolate, and I'm just a baby. <hr /></blockquote>Fart-knocker.

PPPPPHHHHHPPPPPHHHHPPPPPHHHHPPPPTTTTT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kimmy, happy tomorrow birthday.

Does this mean that tomorrow we get to say happy today birthday??

Jen

You can say it, but I won't be here!

Donkey-shun!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I can't believe that Jelly called Kimmy old...that makes her at least 1/2 old by her own comments. Kimmy, I don't believe her for a minute.

I'm not old. I'm well preserved. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's the salt air.

Guess what I saw this morning? Dolphins. I took my kids to the island to visit my mom, and they were dancing for us while we crossed on the ferry.

Jelly saw snow. Hehe. Guess who won that one?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KIMMY!!!!

From a very sore idiot.

No fair. I haven't seen much of anything today but snow.

Dobie

Um, Robby...Can I borrow that she-elf costume? PLEEEEEAASSSEEE??????

DOESN'T ANYBODY WANT TO KNOW HOW TO MAKE A CLOWN STOP LAUGHING?!?!?!?!?!?

....and pelicans! I saw lots of pelicans. They are cool. Look like pterdactyls in the sky!

Thanks FF!

All this talk of snow and we are having summer heat here. Yesterday we had DD bday party at a miniture golf course and I was wearing shorts and a t-shirt. It was about 87 outside.

Jelly, thanks for the gift. You really put some thought into your gifts. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Maybe Liny will learn to be funnier or I will learn not to laugh. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW-read some of your thread, but need to go back and really read through it. You got some really good responses. Hope you and Aussie are doing well today.

Hand them a tissue and tell them to wipe the smile off their face?

LMAO! I kill me!

Ok Liny, since I seem to be your biggest (err only?) fan...how?

What I really want to see is either one of my son's left hand gloves. He's been wearing my gloves all day and I'm too wimpy to shovel barehanded.

AHHH!!! LMAO!!!! Close, but, no, silly...cut his head off!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly saw snow. Hehe. Guess who won that one? <hr /></blockquote>You did, obviosly. (for you LINY, see I forgot to turn on my spell checker)

[ December 20, 2004, 12:05 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Um, Robby...Can I borrow that she-elf costume? PLEEEEEAASSSEEE??????
<hr /></blockquote>I think you need to read the book Jelly got you for Christmas first!

You may need to read it twice!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I don't read any books whose author is "Anonymous." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh, before the insinuations start flying....I used to work in a book store!

Gotta admit it. Kimmy's answer about the clown was WAY funnier than Liny's.

Can it be? Is it true? Liny isn't funny?

.

The Test

Three men who were lost in the forest were captured by
cannibals. The cannibal king told the prisoners that they could
live if they pass a trial. The first step of the trial was to go
to the forest and get ten pieces of the same kind of fruit. So
all three men went separate ways to gather fruits.

The first one came back and said to the king, "I brought ten
apples." The king then explained the trial to him. "You have to
shove the fruits up your **** without any expression on your
face or you'll be eaten."

The first apple went in... but on the second one he winced out
in pain, so he was killed.

The second one arrived and showed the king ten berries. When the
king explained the trial to him he thought to himself that this
should be easy. 1...2...3...4...5...6...7...8... and on the
ninth berry he burst out in laughter and was killed.

The first guy and the second guy met in heaven. The first one
asked, "Why did you laugh, you almost got away with it?" The
second one replied, "I couldn't help it, I saw the third guy
coming with pineapples." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 20, 2004, 03:20 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Uh oh. I'm losing my posse, one by one. Or is that starz taken em out from the rooftops? (Have ya figured I'm in a pent up, frustrated, where do turn this anger towards kinda mood?)

The Big Test

A few months ago, there was an opening with the CIA for an
assassin. These highly classified positions are hard to fill,
and there's a lot of testing and background checks involved
before you can even be considered for the position.

After sending some applicants through the background checks,
training and testing, they narrowed the possible choices down to
2 men and Starz, but only one position was available.

The day came for the final test to see which person would get
the extremely secretive job. The CIA men administering the test
took one of the men to a large metal door and handed him a gun.
"We must know that you will follow your instructions no matter
what the circumstances," they explained. "Inside this room, you
will find your wife sitting in a chair. Take this gun and kill
her."

The man got a shocked look on his face and said, "You can't be
serious! I could never shoot my own wife!"

"Well," says the CIA man, "you're definitely not the right man
for this job then."

So they bring the second man to the same door and hand him a
gun. "We must know that you will follow instructions no matter
what the circumstances," they explained to the second man.
"Inside you will find your wife sitting in a chair. Take this
gun and kill her."

The second man looked a bit shocked, but nonetheless took the
gun and went in the room. All was quiet for about 5 minutes,
then the door opened. The man came out of the room with tears in
his eyes. "I tried to shoot her, I just couldn't pull the
trigger and shoot my wife. I guess I'm not the right man for the
job."

"No," the CIA man replied, "You don't have what it takes. Take
your wife and go home."

Now they're down to Starz left to test. Again they lead her
to the same door to the same room and hand her the same gun. "We
must be sure that you will follow instructions no matter what
the circumstances, this is your final test. Inside you will find
your husband sitting in a chair. Take this gun and kill him."

Starz took the gun and opened the door. Once the door
closed, the CIA heard the gun start firing. One shot after
another for 13 shots. Then all **** broke loose in the room.
They heard screaming, crashing, banging on the walls. This went
on for several minutes, then all went quiet.

The door opened slowly, and there stood Starz. She wiped the
sweat from her brow and said, "You guys didn't tell me the gun
was loaded with blanks! I had to beat the ******* to death with
the chair!"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 20, 2004, 03:21 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Robby, LMAO.

I've got to go to work now. Counting down the days to time off - yay.

Kimmy, see you when you get back here. Am I an idiot or what? I read you were going but forgot...

Jen

LOL!!!! Bet the chair hurt, eh?

(Off all week. According to some--off ALL the time.)

Mayor: Definitely brought a chuckle to my face. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Bet even Starz laughs at that.

****On another note, looks like Pat will be busy****

Gotta go pay some bills online and do some work around here--it ain't really a "vacation". Who am I trying to kid? Silly me. Have a good day all.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> (Off all week. According to some--off ALL the time.)
<hr /></blockquote>Um...hello? That was soooo very-un-funny.

Blech to you LINY.

Actually, the way I meant it you just agreed with me. I meant "off" in the humorous sense. And, when one has to explain onesself--definitely NOT funny! Hence, I was not trying to be funny cause I knew it would have to be explained. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Have a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> day [edit] you old fart! [end edit]

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 20, 2004, 01:02 PM: Message edited by: LINY ]

BROWN!!!

Would you please muzzle your dh?????

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly, thanks for the gift. <hr /></blockquote>Your very welcome Faith.

You guys have been in, um, form while I napped.

Poor Pat, no time off during the holidays, must edit Idiotville. Can you guys ever filter yourself??? Like ME!!!

They really must get an angel graemlin.

I woke to the drive way dusted with snow. It is all white out there. And I love it. I would take snow over tuna bait any time.

Go take a shower in it. That will make your peeks stand out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ December 20, 2004, 01:13 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Go take a shower in it. That will make your peeks stand out.<hr /></blockquote>A MUZZLE, that is what you get for Christmas, a MUZZLE.

Would that help my knee?

Yeah, I guess it couldn't hurt any worse.

Oh, are you still hurting? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I really am like one of those little dogs today that won't stop yapping. Guess I really do need a muzzle.

Feeling frustrated that I'm going to need to have the other knee scoped and won't be able to get the damn shed done before winter sets in. Uggghhhh.

RH, you having surgery?

I LOVE surgery!! Especially knee surgery!! Scope is no problem. Quick & Easy!! Be sure to ask for the neat cooler system that pumps ice water around your knee. Speeds up recovery time. Should be up and around in less than 3 days.

I'm afraid you'll have to finish that barn after all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Got a doctors appointment for tomorrow. Maybe they'll give me a cortisone shot and I'll be on my way. I can't even bend my knee today and all I did Sat. was stand, walk around and ride on the tractor for a bit. I can only figure I have some loose bodies in there that are getting ground up from all the joint movement.

The left knee is still not right after surgery last June. I walk with a limp, just like an old man. Doc said there was nothing he could do unless I was willing to go with a knee replacement and I'm TOO young for that.

(Well, Jelly, there should be plenty of material up there for the rest of the day...to joke about, you know.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I would take snow over tuna bait any time.

<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> My DD would die if she read that. Big dolphin fan that girl.

Speaking of yapping little dogs, I just saw something I can't figure out. A lady just walked down our snow covered street with a small dog peeking out of her jacket. What's the purpose of this? The dog isn't getting any exercise. Is she taking it out sightseeing? Should I invite her here?

No Dobie, run her weird *** over.

RH, surgery, yikes. You poor old ****. I have some Viaciden and hydrocoden (sp) left over from my kidney stones, want some?

I wont tease you about that, too easy, and I feel bad for you. Want me to come build your barn for you? I'm really good with a hammer.

ST is going to have me out cutting wood on Wed. We have the day off, well I do until the kiddies get off the bus. Anything for him to see me in my Carharts. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You walk with a limp? Did you in High School? At Prom, because that would answer alot of the Q's I had.

Darn it, I said I wasn't going to tease you about it.

Since I started, no I better not.

[ December 20, 2004, 03:58 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Doc said there was nothing he could do unless I was willing to go with a knee replacement and I'm TOO young for that.
<hr /></blockquote>Go for the knee replacement!! I'll film it and we'll make a fortune selling it to the Discovery channel!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jelly will have to be there too. She can try to throw m&m's into the incision!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Anything for him to see me in my Carharts. <hr /></blockquote>What's a carharts?

Happy Birthday Kimmy !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby = north facing end of a southbound horse.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> What's a carharts? <hr /></blockquote>Not sure whether to laugh or cry. And it's not because you're too old or young, but rather too far south to appreciate the warmth of that brand of work clothing.

I've sworn for the last several years I was going to get some (Carharts, that is) and I still haven't.

here's a Carhartt page

and another

for you Kimmy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> ST is going to have me out cutting wood on Wed <hr /></blockquote>Is that what you youngsters call it these days?

RH you have no Carharts??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I have the bibs and the coat, and so does the boys and ST. My boys have some in every size, we are true hicks.

I thought for sure you would have some. I'm shocked. Man, you are getting alot from me for Christmas.

Robby, M&M's in the incision? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Maybe salt, I love pain. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I would love to be there, but like ST always says to me, like when I had babies and my kidney stones and mastitis, nothing I can't take care of in the garage with my vice and some pliers.

Got hurt before it feels good.

Please like he can wait until Wed. It has all ready been 23 hours. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You crack me up. Take care, see ya l8r

when you get me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

See ya'll later. I've decided to follow that crazy woman's example and zip my 85 pound dog into my jacket and carry him around the neighborhood too. If I run into her, I'll try to have a "chicken fight" with the dogs.

I feel weird today.

ROFLMAO - Now I have an ice pick and a chair. That ought to do the trick.

We have Carharts in Texas, too. My guys wear them all the time. And I have Carhart bib overalls for hunting. Just ordered 3 pairs of Carhart jeans for my nephews for Christmas. Should arrive today or tomorrow.

I'm sure everyone is gone for the day, so I can successfully kill this thread now. See y'all later. Finally finished shopping today. I was done yesterday, but IB wanted me to go get a couple more things for someone. So, I went one more day and spent way too much money. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Ho, Ho, Ho (not you this time, Curly)

Hey starz,

Glad you liked the joke!!

I was a bit worried...

Whew!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well, I'm back from visiting WH. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Okay Jelly thank you for the Swiffer wet Jet. I have been surfing the pages so did I miss the signifigance of that one?
Have you been looking at my house <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
Don't do THAT! NO ONE comes here uninvited without at least an hours notice. THey wouldn't be able to get in past the boxes and the junk that I am trying to "declutter"/ BEsides I am on the puter too much. TO heck with the housework I say.

I am bellying up to the bar now. Get outta my way. PLEASE!

FA-A,

Welcome back. How did it go? Saw that you have OW's info. Please don't contact her, it will only bring you heartache and give power to her.

Starz, don't think you killed the thread yet but being the holiday season I think things are slow here. Free drinks on the Mayor!

Heyy FF. I am holding off on that for now. I will contact her family though. Exposure stuff. BUt I will wait until tomorrow to do that. I want to be sure WH is on the ferry home for CHristmas.

I am still undecided on the OW contact. I am in a power position here. SHe is in the military and I have the ammo. If things don't improve I just might have to do that deed. Snake in the grass. SB. Her initials, BTW. Okay, no venting on this thread.
GIMME A HUGE fancy drink. SOmething I haven't had before. Bet you that will stump y'all. I am a connoseur (sp) of fancy drinks

RH, are you off from work? I sent you mail today at your work address, but you didn't reply. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Just joking.

Let us know how your appt. goes.

Hi girls.

I'm getting ready for my daycare party tomorrow, I'm all ready exhausted. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

We are going to friends tomorrow night, and Wed. I'm cooking for a bunch of my family, a last minute thing. Too much to do, and not enough time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

fa,

Here's a gluhwein. Not that obscure, but it's VERY seasonal.

Dobie

How about a Dirty Nipple?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And VENT AWAY!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey there. Jelly, please put me out of my misery. Why the Swiffer? I am obsessing about the reasoining for that. Little minds, ya know.

Dobie: I'll have a Gluhwein because it is German and me too. Well I was born there and came over to Canada at the age of 6.

Robbie: A dirty Nipple? Hmm heard of it but don't know what's in it. Okay, I'll bite. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I did not say that (blush!)Can I have both <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Actually I had a yummy Aliza Mango liquer on the weekend. YUM not too sweet. Not syrupy at all. BUt, I did have a headache the next days OWWW.

Anyone had a rocky mountain bear fkr? OMG THat one will HURT YOU.

Robbie: Sorry about your sitch <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Thanks. This site is the only thing that keeps me going! I am spitting nails right now.

Speaking of which, I think I'll mosey on over to the photosite to see if I can see any of you.
I ant to see if my images fit any of you. That is always a hoot.

AM I a threadkiller? WOW!
Y'all ran away cause I said I was going to see what you looked like didn't you?

Squawk. Squawk. Must be them that Chickens.

hehehehe

Oops and a double poster too.

[ December 20, 2004, 07:40 PM: Message edited by: fightingalone-again ]

I have that Aliza Mango here and we love it. I particularly like to take some frozen tropical fruit and throw it in the blender with the Aliza. Sometimes I add a splash of vodka or rum, depending on my mood. Makes a very yummy smoothie, and I pretend that that fruit makes it a health drink.

We also like to make hot toddies with Barenjaeger, another German liqueur.

Yum, DObie. I will try that. It was a little too strong without something in it. ANd I don't really drink pop unless I have and R&C. So, 7up sounded gross. But fruit. Lots of Vitamin C. VERY healthy.

Yeah, I drink those so I can be a good example for my children.

The Aliza Raspberry is pretty good too.

Dirty Nipple

1 part Kahlua Coffee Liqueur
1 part Sambuca
1 part Bailey's Irish Cream

Layer the ingredients in order - the Bailey's must be on top.

Lucky Bailey's!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Rocky Mountain Bear ****er

1/3 oz Tequila
1/3 oz Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey
1/3 oz Southern Comfort

Pour into shot glass starting with tequila, followed by J.D. and finally Southern. Shoot it.

Serve in: Shot Glass

Hey Idiots! Took down my tree today, really not feeling it, was making me depressed more than anything.

Getting a beer, anybody want one while Im up?

Hard Icey Nipple

3 oz Jagermeister
2 oz Ice 101 Peppermint Schnapps
5 oz Chocolate Milk

Pour the jagermeister, Ice 101 peppermint schnapps and chocolate milk into a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice cubes. Shake well, strain into a highball glass, and serve.

Serve in: Highball Glass

Nipple On Fire

1/3 oz Butterscotch Schnapps
1/3 oz Firewater
1/3 oz Irish Cream

Pour in order into a shot glass; butterscotch, firewater, and float the irish cream.

Serve in: Shot Glass

Lots and lots of nipple drinks!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Better have at least two!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Fuzzy Nipple

1 1/2 oz Smirnoff Vodka
1 1/2 oz DeKuyper Peachtree Schnapps
1 dash Triple Sec
2/3 part Orange Juice

Pour all liquids over ice and shake. Pour into highball glass and garnish with either an orange wheel or a cherry. Can also be made frozen.

Serve in: Highball Glass

Robby, NOw I know why I had such a hard time with the Rocky Mountain Bear ******. My DS27 gave me an OUNCE of each. OMG!

I think we need to chat.

That Icey Nicpple sounds yummy.
What the heck is firewater. Have never seen that in the liquor stores up here.

[ December 21, 2004, 10:03 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

LTH A Hard Icey Nipple, A Gluhwein and a Seabreeze for me and oh WTH a Rocky Mountain Bear ****** for you. DS Size only.

I know how you feel about the tree. I haven't put one up and my DD12 told me today she doesn't want one! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />
I haven't bought presents, I haven'tbaked, I haven't decorated.

BLECH!

[ December 21, 2004, 10:03 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Steve - Sorry to hear you took the tree down. Try to enjoy the season as much as possible. Life does go on.

Jelly - Thanks for the Christmas present. The bright pink, glow in the dark color was a nice touch. That way, at least I can see it coming.

White Russian, please.

LINY. Evening. NOPE no White Russians - the cow croaked. I am the bartender. I volunteered for tonight. Only unique or weird drinks. hehehehe

Hi Idiots,

While we're on the cocktail thing, I have one to add. Theres a special polish vodka called zubrovka that has a sort of yummy cinnamon-y smell and its great with apple juice. Yumm

Hey f-again! OK...weird? How 'bout a That Time of Month, then?

(found it on www.webtender.com.)

LINY here it comes:
Bacardi Limon, Peach schnapps, Malibu rum, Sloe gin, Ice.
A triple in the Christmas spirit. Ho HO HO.

Morning yIdiots!

No, KY, never got your email at work. My blocker must be working <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy Birthday Kimmy!

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy Birthday Kimmy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nice suit! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

believer said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> The bright pink, glow in the dark color was a nice touch. That way, at least I can see it coming.

<hr /></blockquote>LMAO, least I can see it, roflmao <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> No, KY, never got your email at work. My blocker must be working <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Maybe the others will have better luck, I'll just post it here and they can try. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-again, email me. krissam52@yahoo.com

Robby, Kimmy is off, she can't get mail, so your Happy Birthday, (which btw, I never received one) is not noticed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

LTHW - Did you take your tree all down, to put it back up again, so it is perfect??? I've been known to do that too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I'm sorry you are so down in the dumps. {{{LTHW}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby, Kimmy is off, she can't get mail, so your Happy Birthday, (which btw, I never received one) is not noticed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>I KNOW I said Happy Birthday when you turned 29!!

Must not have been this year!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Don't want you to feel left out!!

Happy Birthday Queen Jelly Bing !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

No, you didn't.

You so don't know woman, it doesn't count now, not at all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

HUMPH!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> so your Happy Birthday, (which btw, I never received one) is not noticed. <hr /></blockquote>But I thought it was the intent that mattered?

See I knew that Kimmy is off the rest of the year, but I still wanted to tell the world. And Robby has a big heart, just like me, so, you see ....

blah, blah, blah

<<<<yeah, I can tell you aren't listening anymore, just like my little sister>>>>

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> blah, blah, blah
<hr /></blockquote>You read my mind.

RH, cancel your appt. I just heard on GMA, that acupuncture will heal a knee, or at least diminish the pain. I know we can do that out in the garage.

I'm going to call her in a bit, so I will tell her you two big hearted men send your happy wishes.

What time is your appt.? Can you drive?

Morning everyone. Jelly, you've got mail. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You read my mind.

RH, cancel your appt. I just heard on GMA, that acupuncture will heal a knee, or at least diminish the pain. I know we can do that out in the garage.

I'm going to call her in a bit, so I will tell her you two big hearted men send your happy wishes.

What time is your appt.? Can you drive? <hr /></blockquote>Short read.

Cool, you or ST doing the honors?

Thanks.

Afternoon, and yes.

I've also heard that pain brings on gray hair. I must have had alot of pain in my life. (Also, my grandfather turned gray in one year of his life when he was 36-37. I think that was about the time they lost my dad's brother -he was 2 weeks old.) Does an A count as pain?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Short read.
<hr /></blockquote>Too easy, not funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Cool, you or ST doing the honors?
<hr /></blockquote>ST, I like to watch. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Acuwhat?

Don't listen to her RH!!

You need TKR !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby: It takes a lot to gross me out, but that comes damn close. My knee actually looks cute compared to that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sheesh! I write an email and come back. ANd then my eyes get strained from trying to catch up.

Jelly Just for you.

Is there a cook around? I need some breakfast. Can't keep losing weight. I look like a bone rack. More Halloween than Christmassy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

1 poached egg and some home fried potatoes, and a big doublestrength capucinno, please

Come on over! But you'll have to bring the 'cino. All I have is coffee and an extensive collection of teas. I'm also throwing on some bacon for you.

Actually, I haven't had a poached egg in a while, so I think I'll make myself one.

Robby, my Brother, the egomaniac, is a surgical assistant,( only one step less arrogant than an actual Surgeon. (lemonman) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) he just brought us some pictures of a knee replacement that he did. He was sure to show us his hands in the picture, and tell us, what a great job he did, he even had to tell the surgeon about a mistake he made. Blah, blah, blah. They were nasty pictures.

F-again, I'm a cook. I'll fix you breakfast, I'm starving too. I have to go make dinner, we will be too busy later for me to get it done. Broccoli-chicken-rice casserole. YUM, my boys favorite.

I'll fix you something, while I'm in the kitchen.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Layer the ingredients in order - the Bailey's must be on top.

Lucky Bailey's!!

<hr /></blockquote>LMAO! Robby you are in rare form! But please don't remind me of my lack of of um ahem. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Uh-oh!!

FF thinks I'm funny...

Is that bad?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Is that bad?

Only if you find it encouraging .

You idiots have been way too busy for me to keep up. Robby can you explain your obsession about nipples? Uh then again maybe Justuss will appreciate it if you don't. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RH--good luck with your appointment today.

Steve--sorry you are having a bad time. I understand taking the tree down, I guess ignoring the holiday may be easier. Have you thought about doing some good works during this week? Visiting some shut ins or kids in the hospital? Helping sort toys for the give aways or working at the food bank? Just something to focus on others? I know for me the best way to take my mind off of myself is to remember there is always some that is worse off than me. (I am not by any means discounting your pain) {{{Steve}}} I wish you could come have Christmas with us. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Morning to the rest of Iville. Jelly tell Kimmy happy birthday from me too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Had MC last night. Boy did we have a mutual duh moment at the end. Great way to end our session since our MC is on vacation next week. We have homework to do. Funny cuz it started out being pretty petty and angry, she (our MC) really gets us to see what idiots we are.

love y'll. {{idiotville}}

Yes, mayor I AM encouraging you! I need a laugh and Liny has be so not funny lately. (sorry Liny)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Funny cuz it started out being pretty petty and angry, she (our MC) really gets us to see what idiots we are.
<hr /></blockquote>You mean being here didn't do the trick? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

faith, welcome back from the Darkside.

Liny is so not funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You mean being here didn't do the trick? <hr /></blockquote>well it did for me...but my H still doesn't get it. He thinks I am the idiot! (guess that why I am here)

Yum, bacon, my favourite and someone doing something for me. WOW! THanks all. THat is what I miss the most someone taking care of me for a change. Oh and the hugs and kisses. Okay won't go there. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

I will bring my capucinno and my Tippy Golden Earl Grey tea.

Morning Dobie, LINY Robby FF: How is everyone? Still fighting the fight? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I need the comic relief. Have to make those dread exposure calls before I go to work this morning. Talk about butterflies!

Best of luck on those calls! Drink some nice hot tea to try to keep yourself calm!

f-again, are you calling today?

Try to be matter of fact. Just give it to them straight. I would tell them this is part of your plan, Exposure, and what you hope to get out of it, so they aren't seeing it as just a vindictive move on your part.

Be as honorable as you can.

Jelly. <blockquote>quote:<hr />Try to be matter of fact. Just give it to them straight. I would tell them this is part of your plan, Exposure, and what you hope to get out of it, so they aren't seeing it as just a vindictive move on your part.

Be as honorable as you can. <hr /></blockquote>I am calling the family of OW. And I am calling the chaplain for the ship and sharing both her name and her phone number. Apparently the chaplain has been trying to reach WH. ANd since WH informed me last night that the OW is taking him to the ferry to come over here for Christmas, the chaplain can speak to him and her at the same time.

I am not clear as to what you mean about tell them this is part of my plan. Tell who? OWs family, the chaplain? Both? What? That I plan to contnue to expose? Should I tell OWs family that there can be percussions to her career including loss of it?

Jelly sent you a pic of DD12.

Tell who ever you are exposing to. So they know, it isn't just some jealous wife on a mission of destruction to OW.

Let them know. I'm calling to expose this A, because it is part of my plan to recover my M. The sooner significant people in our lives know, the quicker this A will come to an end and I can start rebuilding my M.

I'm not trying to trash this woman, just trying to remove her from my H.

blah blah blah

Darn, hit that add post before I said that I emailed both WHs mother and S with OWs name, where she lives and that he has been living there part time.

MIL emailed back that she will NEVER support his involvement with another woman. Especially one with children. DD is her only granddaughter and they are very close. She had made the mistake of telling WH that she would support any decision that he made. She meant whether to stay married or not. He took it to mean that it was okay to commit adultery and they would welcome OW. UH DUH.

Last time WH was here he had said they supported him and was oh so smug about it and that they had warned him "to watch his back as I was out to ruin him". So, I sent an email to clear things up between us. I just recently have manged to get to a very good place with my MIL. We had 8 years of avoidance as she kept mistaking me for WHs previous female who took him to the cleaners and got pregos to make sure he paid and paid.All the while abusing and neglecting the kids. 3 of them by different fathers. All of them not living with her.

No opinions, just facts. Good luck to you, not a fun phone call.

I met with OM's wife to apologize to her, I thought I was going to die. We were friends before, during, but sadly not after, of course.

I couldn't go on about my life without giving her a proper apology. She was very gracious and loving, she has forgiven me. I miss my friend, especially this time of year. We did everything together. I'm definitely feeling the consequences these days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm not taking a nap today and you guys all know it, huh, that is why you are not posting. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I sure am feeling sorry for myself today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I here Jelly. Why no nap today? I would jump at the opportunity. I am so tired today. Just can't drum up any enthusiasm for the Christmas. I usually love this day more than anything and it is DD's birthday. What is wrong with me? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Jelly, I am making my triumphant return to I'ville.

Hi!

GC

GC! Welcome back to being an idiot! I know you had some q's on your thread about FWW's. Not sure if my sitch would help you much, but would be glad to try if you want. Pull up to the bar and have a drink on Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

No, nap because I'm too busy, and I have daycare kids today, I can't nap when I have kids other than my own. ST is also on his way home.

GC, welcome back. I got you a Christmas present, did you see it, back a few pages. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Merry Christmas to you.

{{{{Faith}}}} I hope your holidays look up.

{{{{GC}}}} Welcome back

Hey Y'all!

Just when I posted yesterday to say I'd be here a while, boss decides he's NOT doing the errands, and sends me out instead - MEN!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> HmpH!!! And they say women are terrible at making up their minds - DOH!!!

Kimmy - know you won't see it, unless you get back and read a million pages, but - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! anyway!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jelly - you ok? You said no nap, then you stopped posting - are you still hanging around? - DUH!!! (me so blonde sometimes!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) Hi KY!!

GC - welcome back

TO the rest of Idiotville, top o'the day to ya!! Hugs to those who are not in the holiday "spirit" - {{{My I-ville Friends}}}

~LemonDash

[ December 21, 2004, 12:03 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

Hey all!!

I just had a phone interview that went VERY well!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It's for a GREAT position that I would LOVE to do. Quite a step up into management!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I smart!!

Ok, that's the good news...

The "bad" news is that the position is in AZ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

No possibility of W going with me. I'd have to try to come back here every other weekend to see S. That would suck!! But I can't keep doing what I'm doing...

Talked to W about it a little bit. She suggested we talk more it truly turns into a decision...

stay tuned!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Since it's warm and sunny here, I'll take a gin & tonic.

I don't know what to ask the FWW. "What turned you around?" is common, but it's so often children or religion, and my WW has neither.

Maybe she's pregnant, and that's what has her so motivated. It would explain a few things. But I'd think someone would tell me if she were. I'd expect that she'd think that would be one way to get rid of me easy.

Okay, it's freakin' cold. Maybe I should have one a them hot drinks instead. Irish coffees are always welcome...

GC

Wow Robby!! Cool - sortof!

AZ is awesome <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> if you have allergies!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Ever been there?

Jelly, I saw - gracias. I watched "Saving Private Ryan" the other night and thought of you.

GC

I'd love to relocate to the SW some day. Maybe Santa Fe. I hear it's a cool town.

Where in AZ is the job, Robby?

GC

Robby, wow would be great to have a job you love, but could you stand to be so far from your S? Why can't W and S join you?

GC-yes I know it was kids that really turned me around. I knew FOM was not who I wanted to raise my kiddos. I did also realize after spending almost two years in the A that my H was a much better man than FOM. I looked at FOM one day and said wow he has a bad temper, is very self centered, has no career prospects and still acts like a kid. Do I want to give up what I have for THAT??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

So maybe I can help a little after all GC. I think sparrow is a fool. You are a good man. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey YL, How are ya today?

GC join me for a Bailey's and coffee? Anyone else? Don't really feel like working today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Hey fellow idiots. Please check out AW's thread. She needs some encouragement from her fellow Ivillians. (is that a word?)

Robby, on the edge of my seat.

GC, funny, I just watched Bourne Supremacy, and thought of you the entire time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YL, Hi sweety. I'm busy with the little ones.

GC, what turned me around, REALITY!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:
 Where in AZ is the job, Robby?

GC <hr /></blockquote>Scottsdale. Been there. Awesome. It's an extraordinary opportunity.

LOTS of hurdles and complications to get through. I'm trying to just be happy that something good happened to me for a change. It should wear off in about an hour!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm trying to just be happy that something good happened to me for a change. It should wear off in about an hour!! <hr /></blockquote>Our optimistic Mayor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Lots of my family moving to AZ. My cousin just built a Million dollar vacation home there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
Lots of my family moving to AZ. My cousin just built a Million dollar vacation home there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Great!!

I'll need a place to stay!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

they won't even notice. Feel free, I'll see if I can get you a key;.

Hey KY - "Little ones" - yah, my little one got all her nap stuff out (blanket, kinder-mat, and pillow) and said, "Here Mommy, I like blue...(sweet smile and a little pause)...and, don't open the door on my nap today" They're so sweet at this age! I wish I could take a nap with her!

Hey - I'll take a Bailey's and coffee break with ya - I need something to keep me awake - I don't wanna be here either - have only been back to work a couple of weeks, and I'm already burnt out!!! (sigh & shake head) Too much that hasn't been done, too much that's still not being done right, and, I catch the brunt (?sp) of all of it - can I go home now!??!!

Robby - see - good things can happen to all of us! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - Congratulations!!! This may be part of God's plan - something good could be happening here. I will keep my fingers crossed for you!

FF - I think Ivillains may be more correct than Ivillians. We all seem to have some evil tendencies. I know I have LOTS!

Welcome, GC. Glad you're back here where you belong.

Not spending much time lately on the rest of the board. I need cheering up, not bringing down right now.

IB's present just arrived by FedEx. I have it wrapped and under the tree. Wrapping furiously all the stuff I have bought. I like wrapping presents. It's making something pretty. I like that.

Must leave for a while - will be back later. Jelly, I am going to wrap the ice pick and put it under the tree to open Christmas morning. Can hardly wait for IB to ask me "Who gave you that?" Hahahahahahaha.

Hey, where did everybody go? Starz you killed the thread. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Saw this in a card store today "As you age your actions squeak louder than words"

For those men giving up on their m's here are some sure fire pick up lines:

Do you believe in the hereafter? Well, then I guess you know what I'm here after.
Are your legs tired, because you've been running through my mind all day long.
Do you have a Bandaid? Because I just scraped my knee falling for you.
There must be something wrong with my eyes, I can't take them off you.
Girl, you better have a license, cuz you are driving me crazy!
Hey baby, you've got something on your butt: my eyes.

Those are terrible! But I'm giggling anyways.

ok, this stuff is really bad...either Robby or Liny is rubbing off on me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Girls are like pianos. When they're not upright, they're grand."
- Benny Hill.
"A friend is someone who's there when he needs you"
- Anon

"Committee - a group of men who keep minutes and waste hours."
- M. Berle.

"I'm gonna live forever, or die trying."
- Joseph Heller (Catch 22).

"Behind every successful man stands a surprised mother-in-law."
- Hubert Humphrey.

"Trees cause more pollution than automobiles do."
Ronald Reagan

"Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder"
- Anon

"I can see clearly now, the brain has gone"
- Anon

Spit happens (on a baby's bib)

"I am nobody
Nobody is perfect
Therefore, I must be perfect!"
- Anon

"Some people say that one's personality is reflected off of their car... Well, I have no car."
- Anon

Did I kill the thread? Everyone out shopping?

Yup, it's your turn. I killed it earlier.

This thread has a heart of it's own.

There's no killing Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - Good to hear about the job possibility in Arizona. Then you will be right next to California. I would POJA it with your wife though.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 I would POJA it with your wife though. <hr /></blockquote>Believer,

Define this for me.

It's not an IDEAL solution, but it allows me to provide for my S. It would also allow her to quit her second job.

It would be VERY HARD for me to do. Very hard. But I'm willing to do it for him.

and her.

Robby -

What I mean is that you need to discuss this with your wife and get her approval. It would be a huge step to move away from her and your son, unless she was willing to move with you. I would ask her. Your marriage is on shaky ground now.

Important notice:
The Mayor's Office will be closed beginning approximately 6 pm on Thursday, December 23, 2004. The Mayor's Office will be closed so that we can wax the floors. While we plan to reopen the Mayor's Office by 8 am on Friday, December 24, 2004, the Mayor's Office will remain closed until the floors are waxed and the wax has dried, and that may be earlier or later than the time and date indicated.
Thank you for your patience. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Believer,

I have asked her. She is not willing to move. Her parents are building a new house down here and will be moving next fall. Plus, she isn't in love with me anymore.

Is she in agreement with you leaving?

Well I don't have the job yet! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We've talked about it but are holding off on more discussion until I get the job.

Just be sure you get her enthusiastic agreement on it.

Robby, it's such a huge step to take. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Will providing for him compensate for not being there with him? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

At least you and your w are talking about it.

BTW you have got out of Idiotville contractors to wax the floors haven't you? It wasn't going to be the way I was going to spend Christmas Eve. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> On my hands and knees so to speak. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It wasn't going to be the way I was going to spend Christmas Eve. On my hands and knees so to speak.
<hr /></blockquote>I don't know from my perspective it doesn't sound like a bad way to spend Christmas Eve. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

[ December 21, 2004, 08:51 PM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

Hee hee, FF, you ARE funny.

After reading your last jokes I was going to suggest you read Jelly's present to LINY.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm just kidding. They WERE funny in a sort of funny groan sort of way. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Will providing for him compensate for not being there with him? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>NO.

That's what I thought.

It really is a catch 22 for you isn't it? Great new job but probably being miserable a lot of the time while you're doing it.

Robby, I'm like you, I find it hard to give other people advice because ultimately it's your life and your decision.

Just know, we'll all support you whatever you decide to do.

Jen

KiwiJ. thinks I am funny! hee hee

Yes, I know those were groaners but I am a sucker for that Henny Youngman type humor. My H is so cornball and I love him for it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, could this job be a way to bridge into a better job where you live now? Like spend a couple years there and hop to a job back where your W and S are? AZ and FL are soooo far apart. On the upside, we could have a southwest Iville party!

Sorry for your dilemna. Don't know your faith, but right now Robby I would get down on my knees and ask for God's guidance.

Anyone still up in Idiotville? (yawn)

Am too...am too...AM TOOOOOOOO!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Am too...am too...AM TOOOOOOOO!
<hr /></blockquote>Funny??? Crazy????? Awake?????

Hey .! All three of the above!

Hmmm, that's what I also thought. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Where the heck is RIF? I thought he was going to check in with us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

jokes, Liny. Where are the jokes? Did you lose your funny?

'night Jen and Liny, night Iville.

ff--I'd quote your "jokes" again, but even *I* think they were bad! And you called yourself a "follower" and thought I was funny? EGADS!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Weird day today. Got a lot done around the house. Had IC--mainly a bi!ch fest-but obviously needed to get alot out. (And not really about brown at all-all of the outside influences. Brown's sorta been very intorspective today without saying much. Not bad, just not very talkative. I know she's very tired trying to recoup from the weekend still. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Then we made our littlw goody bags for her co-workers and my employees--wish I could do more, but can't. And starz, I'd send my presents over to you, but won't take me more than an hour to wrap this year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Haven't even gotten a tree yet. Gonna go tommorrow. At this point, really don't care if it's a Charlie Brown tree--but my youngest daughter is aware of everything this year and wants to help pick it out. I'll make the best of it. My three girls and me.

On my 6th Mike's and really no effect--I really can't figure my body oout when it somes to alchohol. Only two left--have to start pacing myself [censored] I obviously can't go get more!

f-again--go get em girl. We're behind you. As important, we're behind you trying to save your M.

Robby--same question: <blockquote>quote:<hr />No possibility of W going with me.<hr /></blockquote>Why not? And don't give the BS of your W not loving you. Don't mean to sound harsh, but, come ' on Robby. Email me if ya haveta. Tell me off, tell it like it is--whatever. fitzirishcream@optonline.net. You sound so much like I used to be. Getting down on yourself ain't doin' one bit of good. (You can read between what you're saying.) It's great you found this job perspective and it looks real good. You are too good of a guy to be going through all of this s@it. I guess we all are--all of us want our M's to work. Here I went off on a rant now. See what ya did robby? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Did anyone catch that thread the other day poking fun (or in jest) at idiots? Just curious if anybody else caught it. (And I REALLY don't think it's me being paranoid. Whatever!)

Well, have a good nite all. Well, I guess ., you are the all tonight!

Nite ff. Didnt think u were stillup. thought it was just . and me.

While I'm on a roll (rather than a bagel-R R R), can someone please explain whats up with frnakd?!?!?

AWW Shucks! Too late. Just finally got to the puter. I need some jokes. Funny ones would be best <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ANd a tall something or other - as long as it is alcoholic. Well, I guess I will post an update to my thread.

Check ya later

LINY thanks for the good thoughts. Really need' 'em today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

GC!! Forgot to say, "What's up?" You, too, are a good person. You too, my friend, will one day find someone who deserves you. Whether it is sparrow or not--well...she doesn't deserve you--not now, at very least. Head up, bro!!!!

ah...memory ain't workin so well after six...

liver...then broccolli (Oh stop rh--go ask bush!)...what next...hmmm...monkey brains?...pigs testacles?...YUK!!!!!

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{AW}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Just remember girl: God would not let us suffer through something He knows we can;'t handle. Just another thing to succeed at, AW!!!!!!!!!!

I'm back quickly to say I've gotta go. Rob is home now and I was out with the girls last night I know when I shouldn't push it and spend too much time here.

Just had to say, LINY, I saw your reply to "a poster" (not naming names it tends to get us into trouble round here) and you ARE funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sleep tight Idiots.

.

Hi knuckleheads, and many many thanks, LINY.

Night shift? Ar, being a nightowl is a curse! I have to be up in like six hours, but have no wish to go tuckies. What's a night person to do?

My tree ain't decorated yet either. Doh!

GC

Mornin Idiots!

Doin better today, I am finally ready to let go of X, I dont want it back anymore. I let her know already so we'll see if she follows my no contact rules. I just cant handle the lies anymore, shes lying about everything, even little everyday mundane stuff, I refuse to be treated like this anymore, its all about me now.

Anywho......... whos got the eats? Im HUNGRY!

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />No possibility of W going with me.<hr /></blockquote>Why not? And don't give the BS of your W not loving you. Don't mean to sound harsh, but, come ' on Robby. <hr /></blockquote>Not trying to sound down... just telling it like it is. W doesn't want to be that far away from her family. Her sister, sister's H and S moved down here 6 months after we did. Now her parents have a new house under construction. PLUS she doesn't want to move for M she considers dead.

Again, don't read mopey, just facts. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Did anyone catch that thread the other day poking fun (or in jest) at idiots? Just curious if anybody else caught it. (And I REALLY don't think it's me being paranoid. Whatever!)

<hr /></blockquote>No but I want to! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Where is it?

Mornin hard, robby. "puter havin' a hard time waking up too this mornin. Ah, love 4 hour sleep days! NOT!

Robby, just concerned, thats all. didn't mean to come off soundin like a di@k.

Hard...it truly is amazing what lies can do. (know all about them--former gambler.) now seeing it firsthand what lies do re: my son. dont have any advice/opinions. Just hang in there.

robby email me--i'll give you the thread--really dont feel like creating a war on here though, ok? Probably me just taking things out of context. then again, probably NOT.

bacon, eggs (any way), buttered toasted bagel (NY only though hard), french toast and a big glass of OJ...On the rocks.

Hey hard...thought you were cooking/buying! I'm (for whatevere reason--never eat breakfast) starved this morning!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Robby, just concerned, thats all. didn't mean to come off soundin like a di@k.
<hr /></blockquote>See, this is the problem with things like chat and forums... you can't tell what tone is being used...

I don't think you were sounding like a dork!

Thanks for the concern. We're not at a decision point yet so I'll have plenty of time to wallow!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I dont know if you wnat to talk about it or not--tough--im posting this! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK..here's my take (and I "think" from some others.) I know its been a tough time the past few months with your job sit. I know you've said this is one of mrs. mayor's concerns, ens, whatever. So far so good? if so, NOT understanding why she is choosing NOT to be in the process of not "helping" you find a job, but, supporting you, offering opinions/advice/etc. Got me? This has NOTHING TO DO WITH BEING IN LOVE WITH YOU! I'm confused over what position she is coming from. (Admittedly, dont know too much of your WW's background.) Don't have to in this PARTICULAR situation though. you BOTH have a child. Does she forget that? Does she not want her child to have a DAD daily, not just on the weekends or even less time? And how much of the A is causing her to make decisions or be indecisive?

THIS IS NOT A NONCHALANT DECISION like should I wear the elf suit, the mauve tight-fitting dress or the reindeer antlers (and nothing else)! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> (Was getting too heavy there!)

You're in a tough postion robby. i really dont have advice. just dont want to see you (and her--regardless if either one of you "think" so, you both have this decision to make) make a decision to fill one need, but then chip away at a few others.

We'll be praying for you--whichever way it is (and i really don't know) you *will* know if it is the right one. Pray about it, robby. (Will mrs. mayor pray with you at least? At the very least for this one decision to make?)

Oh, keep forgetting to ask: HOw's your Yankee arctic air down there? (And this coming from a yankee traitor!)

I remember Bob posting just before he left about packing some warm clothes--hope they did! Poor bob and squid and minnows!

Not going to break the rule and edit...but, yes, I know this job hasn't been offered yet. But her avoidance is NOT helping anything. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Robby--the favor is returned! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Morning! Yay 4 hours sleep. A record.

I'm cooking! Special of the days are on the front of the menu. Can you see them?

Coffee anyone?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 dont know too much of your WW's background.

And how much of the A is causing her to make decisions or be indecisive?

Oh, keep forgetting to ask: HOw's your Yankee arctic air down there? (And this coming from a yankee traitor!)

<hr /></blockquote>Three quick things, then I have an interview for a local job at 11. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

W was a WW, but then a BW. WW with a gf so "that is different", NOT!!

I go back and forth between thinking my A was the "final straw" or just being used as an excuse. Just take my word for it. I can't explain my W in such a short amount of time. I DO know that she says she's no longer hurt or angry, which means she is still hurt and angry! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Don't worry about Bob, et all... Winter is over in FL!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It'll be 78 where he is today. They may get some rain over the next few days but I'm sure they'll find something to do indoors!!!

63 here now. High will be 75!!

Gonna have to turn on the A/C in the car!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good luck!!!!

We'll chat more later...get your mail?

Got it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

One quick thing about that...

Everybody is not gonna like everybody. That would be boring and against human nature.

Take Rush Limbaugh and Howard Stern. Both are wildly successful and widely hated at the same time. They calculate HOW to remain so but for most it's natural. Look at the recent elections. Very divisive. Strong feelings on both sides. I take those who disagree with me as a challenge and a compliment!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

'morning...mumble, mumble, yawn... I'll take that coffee please! Not a breakfast person myself.

Robby good luck on the local interview. Hope you get a job that keeps you near your S.

Liny, yes I noticed that thread and just figured it was poking some fun. But hey! we wuvs each other here in Iville right! We give support along with the funnies. Yes, I know my so called jokes werent even up to your level but I am desperate! (same thing I told my H last night but still no ...ahem..you know)Boy I hope the ice breaks soon. How long is a gal supposed to wait?

FA-A, haven't read your thread today. What happened with exposure yesterday?

Steve, why are you giving up? Are you ok?

Jelly must be "chopping wood"...

No wonder she calls her H Shivering Timbers!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Everybody is not gonna like everybody. That would be boring and against human nature.<hr /></blockquote>I agree. However, I think there is more to it. I always talk about me being "above it all", etc, during and shortly after the A. And especially with regards to the gambling. I look up to these three--I really do. Yes, we've had our spats, and falling out. Like it was told to me--there's no face, just words--and there's no use for it. The inference being me. I think for a mamosecond, they think sometimes they are above it--the know all, end all. NOT! They are human, flesh and blood. *THEY* are controlling the words on the computer--not some robot. I have more, but why bore everyone!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Re: Idiotville? If there wasn't an Idiotville, I probably would not be posting and a Triple L: "life-long lurker". This is a safe place: where yes, we use MB principles, but, anything goes. I don't have to worry (necessarily ) of being PC--and I almost think it's unwanted here. It's an escape (don't like using that word anymmore--maybe "break" is better) from the pain of it all. And even still, we show our pain. Not just in the "ordinary" way like on a "regular" thread.

{Stepping off the soap box}

See? You just proved my "anything goes" rule robby!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey ff! (Pretty sad when I'm awake before you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
Robby good luck on the local interview. Hope you get a job that keeps you near your S.
<hr /></blockquote>Thanks!!

It would still be a tough decision. This interview is for a "regular" job not a SUPERFLY YOU 'DA MAN! job!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I could just have more kids!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Extra large mug with 2 handles for FF. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
FF- Was not able to reach anyone! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Christmas is a horrible time to get anything rolling. Everyone is off! Did research the Canadian military regulations online to see how best to phrase a letter to the CO.

If you feel like going back to sleep, read my last post on my 911 OW phone # thread. (Very long post) I would love to hear your thoughts. I was very careful not to agree to not contact OW agian. Which of course is what WH would like. I also told WH that I was going to be staying in MQs around the corner of OW. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I do have friends that live there. Just not close enough for me to stay with. But, a little paranoia should be a cold splash of water on their PA.

Also checking on housing regs to see about a complaint regarding her status with her new roommate and things. Not allowed as far as I can tell.

Hey Robby, I think you da man! Don't need a job to prove that! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny, since you are in a serious mood this am, do you have a minute?

What's up, ff?

Well, since I have to get my kids up I will just go ahead and put it out there. I hope somebody reads it.

I'm tired. This is so hard some days. I work, come home, fix dinner, clean up, feed my DS, etc. My house is usually a wreck and I am always behind. My H for the most part sits on his behind when he is home. He works 6 days a week and the 6th day is a 2nd job we don't really need. Yes the cash is nice but truly I need help! Very little gets done and I spend way too much time alone with my kids. My DS is is getting to big and heavy for me to be doing all this by myself. I take him shopping with me, I take him everywhere with me. My DD is almost 12 and without her I swear I wouldn't survive but I can't put this on a 12 year old! Last night my H went to hang out with his friend that enabled his A. Big triggers for me but I handled it well. However, he comes home and by the time I get the kids to bed he is asleep on the couch again! Ever since my dday he has slept on the couch with the dog at least 1/2 the time. No SF yet and it has been 5 weeks since dday. I have been doing good not LBing him and counseling is going well, but these other issues don't change.

I feel for you, ff. Really. Empathy would be a good word. You see, I played Mr. mom for many years. To make a long story short (if you don't know our background): brown was in a deep depression for many years until she had a nervous breakdown. I didn't have a choice but to take care of the kids. Everything! But I didn't understand everything about depression. Brown kept saying, "It's me. It's not you." But I'm a man, baby! And i took it all personally. And it became resentment towards brown. And when brown finally got better, I just used it as an excuse to escape. (I'm a very good escape artist--on my way of breaking that mold.) Anyway, back to you. I point all of this out as I only realize and understand now of what my Aunt was trying to tell me when she said, "Marriage is never 50/50. But you better make sure it always equals 100%."

You *need* mr. ff's help. Have you sat down with him and really discussed this? It's more than an EN--this is your health at risk.

You could have described me and brown's sit with the above (with a few differences, but same outcome.)

I can't emphasize enough that you need to sit down with him and discuss it. Not in an angry, attacking way; just discuss it presenting the facts.

I hope this helps a little! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You know you are right Liny. It is my health. I look in the mirror and the stress is aging me fast. Couple that with him choosing two OW that are younger and prettier than me and I say yuck when I look at the effect this is all having on me. I think I have learned enough lately to be able to sit down and talk calmly with him. He sees what it is doing to me, how many accidents I have around the house because I am tired, distracted and stressed. It is not good. Yes, this is beyond my EN's, though those are not being met either. I need to figure out a non LB non DJ way of telling him that I need him.

Thanks for listening. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Couple that with him choosing two OW that are younger and prettier than me and I say yuck when I look at the effect this is all having on me.<hr /></blockquote>This is a woman thing. (And *NOT* being condescending in *ANY* way.) It's just, us men don't understand this fully, the impact/pain we give--the insecurity--we give when we have an A. You could be the most popular super model in the world and *still* feel this way because of his As. He needs to learn this--if not, he needs to know this. It's all part of the FWS making the FBS feel safe again. He has no choice. He *NEEDS* to do this!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />He sees what it is doing to me, how many accidents I have around the house because I am tired, distracted and stressed. It is not good.<hr /></blockquote>My first response was gonna be, WTF?!?!? OK...I rethought it....WTF?!?!?!? I'm sorry I donot know where you are at in recovery, so my answer response may seem harsh, but: Is he committed to working on your M? Uh, hello mr. ff--this *IS* part of it! This is his responsibility too! (Motherhood *IS* a full-time job as well!) *AND*, he can earn some major points by helping you! (Throw him a 2x4, will ya? Compliments of LINY!)
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Thanks for listening. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> [/QB]<hr /></blockquote>One thing I've realized, especially after my ego was bruised after posting that I had contact with the OW after I said I was in NC, is that I am not perfect. I am human. And besides my numero uno priority to spending the majority of my time and energy towards brown and my family, if I can, I will offer my take on things to help someone else out. That's why I love I-ville so much! So in other words, "Your welcome!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

LINY said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Re: Idiotville? If there wasn't an Idiotville, I probably would not be posting and a Triple L: "life-long lurker". This is a safe place: where yes, we use MB principles, but, anything goes. I don't have to worry (necessarily ) of being PC--and I almost think it's unwanted here. It's an escape (don't like using that word anymmore--maybe "break" is better) from the pain of it all. And even still, we show our pain. Not just in the "ordinary" way like on a "regular" thread. <hr /></blockquote>SO TRUE! Well said.

Feeling very warm and fuzzy today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Anyway, glad to see you and NOW are working on things! As RIF won't be around for another two weeks or so...
You guys will make it!!!!!!!!! Keep the faith!!

WOW! I've killed quite a few threads today! OK...getting the hint! I'll probably be back later all. Have a great day! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Mmmmm this is AW's Idiotville thread then?

Just wondered why she was laughing at a MB thread ???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Aussie! Finally nice to "meet" you! Welcome to I-ville!!!!! Robby is the Mayor, KY's in charge (but MIA today.)

Welcome "home!"

Welcome Aussie - after months of talking about you, you're finally here!

Mornin Y'all!

Hope everybuddy's having a great day!

A2 - Welcome to Idiotville!! We're pretty relaxed here - lot's of goofy-ness, but well, sometimes you just have to let go of the pain for a while...Anyway, Welcome! Robby's the Mayor, Jelly's the Queen, and the rest of us just play along. Gotta get a job, and no editing - we have hard enough time keeping up with this thread as it is! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Kick off your shoes and sit a spell!

Robby - how'd that interview go? Good job not having it on Tues! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

KY/ST - where have y'all been?

RH, NOW, Liny, Brown, FF, FA-A, AW, et al - HEY!!

KiwiJ. - sleep well, dear! For when you get up - that was good advice to Robby, and I think several of us feel the same way - Prayers that he'll make the right decision - it stinks being between a rock and a hard spot!

~LemonDash - saying HoHoHo, and, anybody got any ideas where I can find my Christmas present? H said if I DO find it, then I really had to be digging - so, that's what I did this morning - still didn't find it - any suggestions?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

PS -
KY - thanks for the Christmas gift - grilled the meat, and had some baked potatoes, green beans, garlic bread and a salad! It was awesome, though I don't think it helped me much - I still look like one of those tall-skinny people - you know the kind that are all legs, great hair, perfect make-up - OH, wait that would be the other me "Angelina J." - and, well, I can dream can't I?? After all, it is Christmas!!

PSS -
Hey Believer - you're up! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Loved your comment about KY's gift to you - LMAO!! See it??!! OMG!!!! I prefer the lights out myself! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey YL!!! You can have my book--I *AM* funny, dagnabit! (funny looking!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi believer long time no talk.

How are you these days?

I'd send you a big hug & a brotherly smooch but I've forgotten how to do that on email...LOL
but consider it sent with many thanks for all that commonsense advice ... got through my think head finally. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> (see can still use the icons)

Hello Liny nice to talk to you on MB. I see that you have been trying to get AW to calm down a bit...... give me ideas I could use them!!

Same thing Believer if you have any ideas...

Just told her to go to bed as she was hardly able to keep her eyes open when she was posting and she says ok just let me make you another cup of coffee or tea, and I'll iron some clothes for you in case you want them in the morning, and...so I picked her up, God shes lost a lot of weight, and carried to bed & before I had even finished giving her a kiss she was asleep!!
Talk about stubborn and over doing it!!

Thanks Liny!! But, I was really hoping somebody would chime in on where they've hidden gifts in the past - it has to be small, cuz I think I was there when he got it - a few weeks ago, kids, my parents, he and I went shopping together - he walked away with S, while D and I were looking for her gift - I was a little edgy, and he was "helping me by removing S from my mood" - well, that was help, but when we were leaving the mall, he ran ahead of me to the car - NEVER does that, then S stood in the doorway, and they both were like "DON'T OPEN THAT DOOR!!" when I walked up - SO, it couldn't have been too big, or I'd have noticed that he was more than "just happy to see me" ya know what I mean - ANYWAY, ...ahem... I HATE surprises - he once surprised me with "just what I wanted" for Christmas - well, it wasn't what "I" wanted, I never even mentioned a necklace - told him I wanted a "real" wedding ring - not just a band - got SO disappointed when it was a necklace in that box and not a ring - SO, I just thought if I can find it now, I'll have more time to adjust to his idea of what I want is - so I can be excited, and not depressed like I was that time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hello Liny nice to talk to you on MB. I see that you have been trying to get AW to calm down a bit...... give me ideas I could use them!!<hr /></blockquote>I've always said that the Lord works in very mysterious ways. Not saying that this is the case, but, this may just be a blessing in disguise. This may calm her a bit.

I like your style, BTW--send the wife to bed--then go on MB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Do that to brown all of the time (but usually don't have to as I work N/S and she's sleeping anyways.)

AW just needs to know that you are committed. She's scared too (although I don't think she'll admit that to you.) You two have *SO MUCH* going for you. You'll do just fine! (And glad believer posted to you. She's got such a way, that believer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

<blockquote>quote:<hr />H said if I DO find it, then I really had to be digging -<hr /></blockquote>He gave you a bone?

HaHaHa - (had a funny reply here, but decided Justuss wouldn't like me anymore, so I deleted it before J could!)

I did ask H if it was out in the backyard with Reuben, and he said "Almost" - so, does that mean it's in the shop, or in his dresser (shop is in the back) (dresser is next to the window where Reuben sleeps)

Did I mention I HATE surprises?!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

A2 - really cool to see you post - almost makes me jealous to see so many couples posting - but alas... It sounds like you two are doing pretty good - congrats!

A2-WELCOME to Iville!! So glad you are home safe and with your lovely AW. We love her and know things are going to be great for you too. Congratulations on the pregnancy. AW really needs you to look after her now. She is trying so hard to be everything for you and I know you can be there for her. A2 she loves you so much. If RIF were here he would say "you are doing great".

Now get a job!!

Your info to FF earlier was so true - Unfortunately, how she is feeling IS a "woman" thing - we tend to think there's something wrong with us, (looks, etc) when it usually has NOTHING to do with that!

FF - are you feeling any better? I got upset with my H just last night for same thing you described - he tends to sit and watch while I'm cleaning - I too have a 12 yoD, and what a God-send she is! I have been honest with her about a lot of things though, and have just plain told her "I need your help! This house cannot run on me alone, because as you can see, I'm loosin it, here!" Then I told her what I need help with - dishes, house cleaning, younger siblings - it's amazing how they'll step in when you tell them to - she's not terribly consistent mind you, but she is seeing that one person can't do it all by themselves - I'm hoping my honesty will help her to not be afraid to ask for help. anyway, just wanted you to know you are not alone...doesn't really make you feel any better, but, well, we're here if you need us!

Yeah Liny its not often I ever get the last word in this house. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Daughter got home finally from her cafe lifestyle funded by ol Dad, but better I know shes there then in some dive of a night club.
18 year old girls are Gods revenge on the young men we were!!

Now I understand you want me to get a job??? What about town beer swilling cricket & football no hoper??? That or a politican, well same thing..heh heh lOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'd tell you a joke but they are all Army ones and too rude for you civies ..lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hmmm...He said it was "small" though, right? Got me...I was gonna say maybe hot tub, or dog, or pool...but he said "almost." Small? Maybe has something to do with dresser? Has to go digging? Is it a thong?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> just wanted you to know you are not alone...doesn't really make you feel any better, but, well, we're here if you need us!

<hr /></blockquote>Thank you YL. Yes it helps to know that my friends here in Iville understand. My DD said to me one day "mom, what would you do without me?" LOL, she is sooo right.

Ok, now I have to run and actually work!

Liny, seriously thank you very much! I really needed to put that out there and well you seemed you receptive this morning. (oops Brown don't get the wrong idea <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) Still think you are funny! (that is for you Robby) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LOL A2!!!! (Can't wait...D11; D3. AAAGGGGHHHH!)

Actually, not a civilian, but not military. So, feel free!

(Just be careful--Pat likes us alot, but gets frustrated with us a lot too with our borderline language!)

FF hi there

Thankyou for those words, I'm starting to think its going to ok... just time and gentle love..though I might have to tie her up to keep her still for a while.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm still kind of getting used to the Pregnant status again..have to admit to having a very unkind thought at first about it all but gave myself a few mental slaps..trusting thing is SO hard. But I'm getting there.

But am happy just not sunk in yet,,,teach me to get smashed at the Sgts mess wont it?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Is it a thong? <hr /></blockquote>Um, No! And, yes I'm sure - we bought those later that night, and he was too...well, don't really know how to explain it, but, woman's intuition - he had not already been in Victoria's Secret before we went in together... But, thanks for askin! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Oh Well, guess I'll have to wait another couple of days to find out!

A2 - we like jokes here in I-ville - it's usually the mods and some of the other MB posters that think our "sense of humor" is a little off color! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> go figure!!!

Oh, and Yes, get a job! We have a couple of politicians, but I don't think anybody's volunteered to be the quarterback yet - we do have a cheerleader, though, but I haven't seen her on in a couple of days - BROWN!!! Where are you??!!

As for the drinking...whatever you said - well, sometimes it seems we have lots of lushes, though, I don't think you can get drunk on virtual drinks, can you? Oh, and we do have a town drunk, already, so, gotta come up with something different! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Let's see - we have a Mayor, Queen, Town Drunk, Sniper, Road Commissioner, School Super, City Manager, Bartender, Psych, and, the list goes on...maybe someone else can help with the roll call....

Umm....Attorney General!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />...we do have a cheerleader, though, but I haven't seen her on in a couple of days - BROWN!!! Where are you??!!<hr /></blockquote>Hehehe...I've been home at night (took the week off), so we've been trying to spend time together...I'll make sure she knows she's missed! (Should be home for lunch any minute now! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

OK...I'll see you all later!

A2 - glad you're getting use to the idea - It is a shocker if you're not expecting it, that's for sure! Oh, but, um, I know it's none of my business, but do you really think you should be tying her up in her present condition? Maybe that should wait until after! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny - YES! Please, tell her we've missed her - she IS the funny one, after all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK, well, guess I need to get back to work - thanks for the TB y'all!!

Aussie - JL addressed the pregnancy and trust thing on your wife's other thread. Check it out - he is sooooooo smart.

It was rather entertaining when AW first found out. She thought she had the flu, and Myrta (here at MB - married to a doctor) suggested that she get a pregnancy test. It went right on by all the rest of us.

As for jobs - you could be the kangaroo hunter - we heard about the tail hanging around your house.

There nothing wrong with Kanga tail over the clothes line, except she complains the blood gets on the drying clothes... sacrifice you amke for having a hunter gatherer as a husband!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What other thread has she got going??? I mean I know she talks a lot ... lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> but where does she have that one???

Hey Aussie!!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now less talky and more job hunting!!

How 'bout being our croc hunter...

Like that Steve Irwin guy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Crikey!!

Ok, Director of Animal Control if you're looking for a good title! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

MEN!

R - I can't believe you came back and not one word about the interview!! SO, how'd it go? you always get some kind of feeling - yah it was good, oops, I knew I should've gotten water instead of that Sam Adams - so,??? Inquiring minds want to know - what was for lunch?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Robby

Croc meats ok, fishy chicken, very nice, but then so are you to them..lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Ok I'll be the local Croc Hunter come hunter gatherer, want to come hunting Robby?? Just have to watch the damn things though because they jump into the boat...I'll give you the hammer to whack them with and I'll use the rifle... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh yeah, the interview!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's back!

WWAAYYY BACK!!!

IT'S...

IT'S.....

A HOME RUN!!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Aussie,

I'd love to go hunting with you!!!

Trained with a bunch of you guys there in the USMC. Good times!!

I plan on going back some day to scuba dive with the Great White Sharks. Some of the dive boats have clear tubes that you get in and I'm told your mind forgets that you're safe!! Bring it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Forget the hammer, I'll take an old rusty spoon!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, this is the job in Fla, right?

If it is, yahoooooooo!

And you know you da man whatever job you do. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hi Aussie, I can't for the life of me remember if I ever posted to you when you were posting on JFO but I read everything you wrote.

As everyone else here has said, we've got to know and love AW a lot and she's kept us laughing and crying the whole time you've been away. (psst.. she sure can spin a yarn.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Aussie - Your wife has a couple threads - one on Just Found Out - started by RIF, called Aussie's wife - How are you?, and one here called Honest Stock Taking.

As you probably know, she has been very busy reading and posting here while you were gone.

By the way, thanks for going. Tell your comrades that the American people thank them too.

Ah no clear tubes over here Robby, just the boats, the sharks and you.

Dont know if I'd go looking for them right now, we've had 3 fatal attacks in the last few weeks & one in about 2 ft of water.
Marine science experts think its the current change that appears to happen every now & then, you get the big mama's coming right into the swimmers beach areas.

I met one once head on, literally. I was swimming on the edge of a reef off Rottnest Island - big holiday place here - with a camera in front of me, took a look through it to take photo and wham hit my head against this big grey thing - thought it was the boat drifting...SHARK ....took a photo of it accidently so I have proof.. it just opened its jaws and slide past me as I about peed my swimming togs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Think that rates as a idiot of a thing to do??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

oops bed time AW woke up & she get up if I dont go.... nite all or is it day there?? Day I think

I think I'll go with Rodney !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

A2 - too cool!! Oh, and you're right, it's day here - so, Nighty-Night!

Robby - yah, Rodney looks much safer, thank you sir! Don't think I could scuba though - have this thing about not being able to breath out of my nose - just compulsive, I guess, but that thing's there to keep extra stuff from getting into your lungs, and well, I just can't breath outta my mouth, so, no tanks and tubes for me - unless we're talking about sunnin! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Interview sounds good, and I hope you get the one that allows you to be home - take it from someone who agreed to one of those "It's good money and we'll make up for all the days gone when I'm home" It's not worth it...Not trying to give advice, just telling you from my shoes, it was harder to trust him being gone, than the security of having $$ here at home.

heheehee - anybody heard that song "I ain't gettin nuthin for Christmas" ?? It's on now, and it is SSSOOOO funny!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />It went right on by all the rest of us.<hr /></blockquote>Hey b...{ahem}...check *MANY* pages back and you will find a post by none other than the non-funny one, saying something to the effect of, "What season is it there? Isn't it summer? And you're getting a cold? Hmmm." To that effect. {patting self on back!}

Robby--Great job, man! Way to go Flor-i-do!

Hello everybody.

Welcome A2, I like a man who is willing to tie his wife up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YL, you are cracking me up today. BTW, I HATE SURPRISES. I'm a total snoop. I will even open up other people's gifts just to see. I'm terrible.

RH, what did the DR. say????

You called it YL, they would never tell us anything, if we didn't beg to hear it.

{{{{faith}}}}

Robby, no wood chopping for me today. I'm a bit under the weather, the cold filtered weather.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />SUPERFLY YOU 'DA MAN! job!!
<hr /></blockquote>It's been said, but I will say it too, you need no job to define you, you are all ready SUPERFLY!!

So much funny stuff, I feel bad not mentioning it. I think maybe Liny even made me laugh.

SERIOUS QUESTION COMING -

Are we, the FWS to have stricter (that's a word) boundaries than our BS???? OR is it an equal standard we need to set for both spouses?

I'll explain if I must, but don't really want to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
Robby--Great job, man! Way to go Flor-i-do! <hr /></blockquote>I don't have it yet!

Decision will be made the week of 1/03. They'd be NUTS to pick anyone else!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby--woohoo!!! You da man!! Stay close to your S, you are needed! Doing a happy Snoopy dance for you. CAn you see it?

A2--I would guess the initial news was quite a shock. It will be so fun to have a little one around though once you get used to the idea. ARe you going to have to go back to Iraq or are you done? Wow, thanks for what you have had to endure for the rest of the free world. We do appreciate it.

YL--thought you were working? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Ok, now I am off to run DS to get his wheelchair adjusted he has grown so much. Then try to make it back to work so someone will THINK I actually do something.

OH and A2, you need two more idiot things. Love the job though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
SERIOUS QUESTION COMING -

Are we, the FWS to have stricter (that's a word) boundaries than our BS???? OR is it an equal standard we need to set for both spouses?
<hr /></blockquote>SERIOUS ANSWER COMING =

Yes, for a while...

I'll explain if I must, but don't really want to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussie2:
.. it just opened its jaws and slide past me as I peed my swimming thong. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

KY said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm a bit under the weather, the cold filtered weather.
--I think maybe Liny even made me laugh. <hr /></blockquote>You must be sick. ST call the doctor.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Are we, the FWS to have stricter (that's a word) boundaries than our BS???? OR is it an equal standard we need to set for both spouses?

I'll explain if I must, but don't really want to. <hr /></blockquote>do you mean should you set stricter boundaries for yourself or for BS?

I think that might be one of those POJA things, at least until both of you are at a point where you feel safe. I know with NOW I have much stricter boundaries with her than I do myself. (But then I've never cross that line.)

FF:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> YL--thought you were working?

<hr /></blockquote>I were...I mean, was...I mean, AM!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> DOH!!! You caught me - just don't tell my boss, OK?? Though I will say - they screwed things in this office up enough while I was gone, and I've gotten 65% of it cleared up in two weeks, I deserve a break!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

KY - OK, as a female, of course I need details! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> BUT, as your friend, I'll answer without them... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I think we ALL need good boundaries - sometimes I think the WS needs more, because they fell once, it'll be easier next time, right? Then I find myself edging closer to "that line" ...so, then I think well, maybe the BS needs more boundaries - they were hurt, they might be more likely to test those lines and "gray" areas to say "Look, I was tempted, and I didn't stray" - BUT in reality, I think it is SO VERY important for BOTH spouses to have good, strong, thought-about-before-it-happens boundaries. Heat of the moment situations can sneak up on either side, specially if somethings a little out of skelter within the relationship. Two, I find that some of the innocent things I use to do, H now raises an eyebrow at, kind-of like "are you gonna pay me back?"

OK, so now that you made ME think, can you tell us what you think?

[ December 23, 2004, 12:31 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

There are other issues that we are dealing with now. Things like her trust for me. Even though I was the one who strayed, she doesn't trust me. I think what she means is she doesn't trust that my care and attention for her will stay as high as it has.

RH - did you mean that since you were not the one who strayed that she doesn't trust that you'll love her the same way? I think my H struggles with that same issue - kindof like I said in that last post - he's afraid I'm gonna try to pay him back.

OK, it's almost 3p - gotta get packed up, wake up the little one, and get on my way home - I'll check back in there, and I expect some answers when I get home, People!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{KY}}

I think the fear of most FWS's is that the m will go back to the "old" m once the dust has settled and everyone's stopped being on their best behaviour. And it was the "old" m that left the way open for boundaries to be dropped.

Our m is completely different now but I remember just after d-day saying to Rob that I couldn't bear it if we ever went back to the stage we were at "before" and he agreed.

It's really a case for always being aware that all marriages need protecting and nurturing all the time (that's courtesy of our wonderful MC).

Jen

Hey freaks!

I am soooooo tired. It is so definitely time for a nap.

Did I mention that it is 76 degrees here today...hmmmm.

Things are going pretty well for me. Am happier, seeing a future. I did not think I would say that anytime soon. Funny how life is...

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Idiotville

Oh yeah, dr appt: Well, I go for an MRI next week. X-rays showed a "Joint mouse." Exactly! What the H is a Joint Mouse. From as best I can tell, it's the doctors way of saying bone chip though she wasn't sure it was a bone chip. The other thing, when she moved my knee around and poked and prodded for pain, she said the joint mouse didn't correspond to where my pain was. So she ordered the MRI for next week, and expects that they'll have to "go in and clean it up" which is kind a what I expected. At least I don't need the cane to get around today (only to beat on NOW with). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (Is that sort of like tying up? Or is it just abuse?)

<<<<Ok, so I won't beat on her jsyk.>>>>

Forget it, I know my answer. Thanks everybody.

[ December 22, 2004, 02:26 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Xmas party at the lab today; drinking started at noon.

Guinness on my desk. Just think, if I telecommuted I could do this all the time...

GC

I wish I could tellecommute too... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YL: I think KiwiJ. covered what I was trying to say. In that she didn't/doesn't/isn't willing to go back to what it was. Neither am I now. I was willing to coexist, taking what I wanted without really giving to the Marriage. Wrong, but that's the point I was and neither of us want that anymore. gotta go too. CYA l8r or tom.

Edit

[ December 22, 2004, 03:14 PM: Message edited by: believer ]

Man - I always miss the good stuff and catch only the edits afterwards!! DI!!!

KiwiJ - well said.

RH - Yah, I got that - just got confused - your post said she didn't trust you even though you were the one who cheated - I thought it was the other way around - but it's really immaterial - the point is this:
We ALL want a better marriage than we had before, and just wish we'd recognized that before we all had to be here!

DipiT!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Well, you said "Merry Christmas" AND you seemed almost "up" in your post - SO, how are things?? Is eyechart coming around, or is he gone for good now?

Believer, thank you. I wasn't comfortable. It was a reminder of how are past was, and I didn't like it. A boundary for me was crossed, and I will make it clear. We talked, but I think specifics need to be mentioned.

YL, I will mail you tomorrow, tonight, I have guessed coming for a pasta dinner. Steve, do you want to come? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DipiT, Merry Christmas.

Hi K! Ill be there with bells on! Love that pasta!

Ok Jelly, I know you have to go but here is my take on it. Since my A I am painfully aware of my own weaknesses and boundaries. No one really has to remind me, but I do know that things I have learned in bible study have reinforced what I already knew. However if my H is uncomfortable with something even if I have not crossed my own boundary I will stop the behavior or whatever it is. Make sense? It is a matter of both partners feeling safe and protected. My H is not there yet with me, I don't always feel safe with him but we are closer to it than before. But I can tell you I will never put either of us through that again especially since I have been a BS twice now. Yucky feeling ya know?

Whatever is going on with you Jelly, be open with him. Don't let your comfort be compromised.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
YL, I will mail you tomorrow, tonight, I have guessed coming for a pasta dinner. <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Guessed coming for dinner!

Whew!!

That was a good one!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey we are dropping too far down the page! I feel a little better since getting my DS wheelchair growth adjustment. Feel like I accomplished something important. H has DD at work with him today. Plan on going home eating something simple and getting some gifts wrapped. The more I accomplish the better off I will be. Wait, let me rephrase that...I will ask H and DD to help me wrap gifts. As long as they are not for them, then why do I make it my job alone? Ok, time for FF to nicely and sweetly get her H to help her.

Thanks again Liny and all the other idiots!~

YL said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH - Yah, I got that - just got confused - your post said she didn't trust you even though you were the one who cheated - I thought it was the other way around - but it's really immaterial - the point is this: <hr /></blockquote>Ok, not what I meant to say, b/c it was her who had the A. Maybe the knee pain is greater than I realized. ??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Or it could be the pain killers?

Hey are we going for post 4,000?

4000?

It'll never happen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Job here vs. job in AZ are not equals.

Lots of k's difference and potential.

We'll see what happens! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - Need more details. How are they not equal?

Much more earnings and management position in AZ.

Hiya idiots. Brown passed out on couch--we did some shoppping, then she cooked me breakfast while I was decorating with the girls. (YUMMY!) Tried filling her in--she's very scared to even read up on everything--hasn't even lurked for a few days.

Anyway...still haven't gotten a tree...we usually wait until the weekend before, but between the $$ thing and everyone literally running out of tress this year...(my Town has an ordinance this year that there would be no roadside stands.)

RH and YL--ya done good (albeit you both are idiots) in giving good explanations to KY. {talking like she's not listening} I hope she and ST are alright.

RH--Am TOO! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (It has absolutely nothing to do with KY having malaria and being delirious--or a cold, whatever.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Lots of k's difference and potential.<hr /></blockquote>I'm an idiot--WTH?--please say in English.

Dip! Real glad to see you're felling good about yourself! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hard--enjoy the pasta, man!

FF--anytime--I know one day you all will help me get through my days too. Oh, that's right--you already do! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

To all other idiots-- <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Well, management has it's own problems.

Also check out the cost of housing in Scottsdale. Like in the Bay Area in California, pay is good, but you can't afford to live there. In the San Diego area, pay is bad, and you can't afford to live there.

Hey everyone. What is with the no drinks stuff? Are we all reformed now?
That is just a plain no no.

Hey RObby you still around? I shared your Nipple recipes at work today. YUM. Just the words, not the drink. Hard to do tech support while sipping. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

So, where are the funny folks? LINY, Jelly? believer,Dobie, Starz? ANyone.

Oops, sorry Robbie, almost forgot you. hehehehe.

I wish I could be funny but I am not. BUt I can clean up. BUt, y'all have to drink first. Wait, I forgot, only dispoasable glasses. Rack 'em up.

F-again - Guess we have to serve drinks to keep all of the idiots interested. I'll take a Bud.

Hey believer nice to see ya. Can you check out my War thread? Long posts but I would appreciate some input.

Bud, sliding down the bar at you. I am in a good mood. So, to celebrate, I will have a crantini. All that Vitamin C you know. Very healthy!

Liny,

Lots of k's difference in pay = lots more $ in pay! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 So, where are the funny folks? LINY, Jelly? believer,Dobie, Starz? ANyone.

Oops, sorry Robbie, almost forgot you. hehehehe.

<hr /></blockquote>starz,

Ready...

Aim......

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NA NA. Missed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I can dodge with the best! You should see me on the dance floor. Hey wait, I am funny. HA HA HA.

I didn't say "Fire!"

And starz doesn't miss!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I don't miss, you're right. Waiting for my orders, but not too long, as it is way past my bedtime.

Do I really have to shoot her? She said I was FUNNY!

Whew, fire away on command starz. You are funny <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> And, I am not in th eleast worried, I have on my sexy new armour. Ain't it cute? Complete with kevlar. Head to toe. Need it for the fight of my life. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Yes, but my special silver sniper bullets penetrate anything. Give it up, sweetums, you're as good as gone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Okay, I surrender. THose silver bullets scare me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

What do I have to do now. Please don't make me grovel for upsetting the mayor, please. Oh RObbie, is that what I need to do? (batting my eyelashes oh so shamelessly)

Okay, crisis averted. I'm going to bed now. Good thing the sniper is a psychologist and expert negotiator, too, isn't it?

Night night.

NIght to you. I am off as well.

Morning Idiotville!

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

67 degrees here already!!

Wow! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

KY: Did you get dumped on last night?

<<<no silly,I mean all that snow. I heard like those west of us got like 2 feet of snow.>>>

Morning Robby,

54 deg here and raining like H E double hockey sticks

Actually a slight drizzle here too.

Where are you?

You don't have to be specific...

GPS coordinates will do!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

right here. Can't you see me?

<<<One state east of where you moved from 2 years ago.>>>

Peeking my head back in. Been down with the flu and sleeping most of the last 18 hours.

California?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good Morning Dobie!!

Flu?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Blech!

Lots of rest, lots of chicken soup!!

Mayor's orders!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hope you're feeling better for Christmas Dobie.

Must be something going around as KY had it yesterday too.

'morning Iville! {{{Dobie}}}Feel better sweetie, that's an order! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> (in her best Mayor voice) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Well, DD and H sat on the floor w/me last night and wrapped gifts while we watch "It's a Wonderful Life". Made everything better for me yesterday! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Found out H is still very angry with me and that is why no SF. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I think we are getting closer though. Oh my gosh I hope so. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I have to keep reminding myself to allow him to move through this in his own way and time.

How's everyone this am? Morning RH, Mayor.

Robby - He lives somewhere that you can have a herd of cows.

MOrning I'ville. MOrning {{{Mr Mayor, Dobie,beleiver, FF,RH }}}

I am very frustrated this morning. I am looking for the darn thread where there is a letter to OW that says soemthing like "So, you think you are different/special...What makes you think he isn't lying to you" GRRR I searched forever last night.

I can't remember where I saw it on the MB site. Does anyone know what I am talking about? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Good morning, idiots. How are we today? IB has been friendly for almost 2 days!! What's up? Hmmmm. Must be Christmas.

We'll see how it goes the rest of the week. Of course, from 6 p.m. tonight until whenever you won't know about it because I won't be able to tell you. Keep your fingers crossed, ok?

Mayor, you need to check into the issuance of governmental property. I think someone has broken into the basement of city hall and made off with the secret bullet proof underwear. Could you check on that, please?

Morning/ evening all.

hope all are feeling well and counting down the hours to Santa!!

A & I spent the morning from 7.00am digging the new pool out and found termite nest. Then 3 hours spraying & inspecting. Well he dug I directed and did a few wheel barrows until he told me off.
Finished off around 1.00pm. He went to the pub, dropped him off on the way, to picking son up from train station.
So glad hes home looks fit and seems happy & ok - damn it all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Aussie is drunk as a lord, and in an annoyingly playful mood with everyone, sigh why fight it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Sons asleep now, daughter watching something on Foxtel - at least its not the 'mens show' which Aussie was watching earlier <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Now jokes have been sadly lacking from Liny lately so I'm sorry all, I just have to, cant help it, its like coffee one sip & I'm gone...

The elves love making up silly jokes. You should hear the laughter in the Workshop! Anywho, here are a few of the elves' favourite jokes about Santa Claus. (Of course, it helps to have an elf's sense of humour to really appreciate them!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Why does Santa always go down the chimney?
Because it soots him!
(that's one of Santa's favourite jokes! *HO! Ho! ho! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where does Santa stay when he's on holidays?
At a Ho-ho-tel!

What does Mrs. Claus sing to Santy on his birthday?
"Freeze a jolly good fellow!"

What do you get if you cross Father Christmas with a duck?
A Christmas Quacker!

An honest politician, a kind lawyer and Santa Claus were walking down the street and saw a $20 bill. Which one picked it up??
Santa! The other two don't exist!

What do you do if Santa Claus gets stuck in your chimney?
Pour Santa flush on him!

What does Santa say to the toys on Christmas Eve?
Okay everyone, sack time!

What do the elves call it when PÃ¨re NoÃ«l claps his hands at the end of a play?
Santapplause!

Why does Santa like to work in his garden?
Because he likes to hoe, hoe, hoe!

What do you call a kitty on the beach on Christmas morning?
Sandy Claws!

Not sure if this is the same thing, but it's pretty close: So Special

Edited to add: Looks like a bad word was edited out of the URL. Replace the stars with the word for a female dog.

[ December 23, 2004, 09:18 AM: Message edited by: Dobie ]

Where's Jelly?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Congrats Dobie!!!!!!!!!!
{throwing streamers}
{throwing confetti}
{blowing into those annoying noise makers that expand and hit you in the face}

4K!!!!

Sorry LINY, Aussieswife got post 4000. How many times do we have to explain this? The first post is marked as #0, then the 2nd post is number 1 and so forth. Therefore post 4000 (by the IP: Logged link) is actually post 4001. Hence, congratulations AW, Jelly will be along to give you more presents.

(Oh well, sorry LINY)

{{{{{LINY}}}}}

<<<edited to add the ? mark, finish the hug for LINY and add the pat on the rump>>> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

[ December 23, 2004, 09:54 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Good MooOOOOOOOORRNINNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN...idiotville.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /><<<One state east of where you moved from 2 years ago.>>><hr /></blockquote>Real good bud of mine in college lived in Shoemakersville. Talk about the sticks! Good guy--haven't spoken to him in about two years.

Alright, to gross everyone out (but I'm really interested), what does a termites nest look like? How big? How many?

Wrapped most of the presents last night. Don't think I did a good job. You know, white men can't wrap. R R R.

Well, gotta go do some laundry now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

No way, my college roommate was from Long Island...is it? Could it be?

No, he was funny...J/K, but he really was from LI

OK...No edits:

Congrats AW!!!!!!!!!!
{throwing streamers (at Dobie)}
{throwing confetti (in RH's gray hair)}
{blowing into those annoying noise makers that expand and hitting Robby in the face}

4K!!!!

Where'd you go to school? He actually moved up-upstate--I always rib him about it though cause he always said he hated NY! Where on LI?

Just like the lotto! Always off by a bit too far!

As we are only a day away from Christmas Eve and obviously two away from Christmas Day, and I am noticing a *LOT* more tension on the site. It truly *IS* disgusting what A's do to a family.

BUT, I think we all need (I know I do) to stop and really, really think about what this season is about--the birth of any Christian's Savior, our Lord--ya know, the Big JC! It's not about *US*. It's about a celebration in knowing we had God deliver His Son to us. To lead us. To guide us. And ultimately, forgive us.

Is everyone up to the challenge? (I believe everyone that posts in Idiotville is Christian, otherwise I don't believe I would be posting this--I do *not* want to insult anybody, as well.) So, are we up to it? Forgiveness? Are we FWS up to forgiving ourselves and moving forward with our M and family? Are FBS up to the challenge and forgiving us that we have created this mess but are willing to work--really work at our M together? Are you BS OK to say, Thank you Lord, for the blessings I do have? Are you--those in limbo--willing to say the same?

Oh, there's so much more I want to say and pray about. I really want to gather you all up and give one big hug! You all have been such a support team for me (and brown.)

Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change,
The courage to change the things I can,
And the wisdom to know the difference.

I needed to share this with all of you. Not preaching; just praying. Really.

Merry Christmas all of you!

Amen LINY. Forgiveness. Let's have one big forgive-athon.

I'm all in favor of the forgive-a-thon. I desperately wish to forgive IB. But I don't think I can forgive until his contact with her stops and he shows some desire to rebuild our M. I have great compassion for his pain, and some slight amount of sympathy for what I believe is his struggle. I wonder if I should be forgiving even before it ends? I think that's more than I can do right now. I think it's enough that I just keep loving him and being patient. I believe there is great hope - so Christmas for me this year is a time of hope. Hope for a restored marriage and the forgiveness that can take place later on. Does that make any sense at all?

I have to go for a while and take my mom to the beauty shop. I probably won't be back to I'ville until it has shut down for the day. So I'll say good night now in case I don't get back. I will save my Christmas wishes for you all until tomorrow, if we're back up by then.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all Idiots and guests of Idiotville. Not sure when I'll be back from holiday vacation, but just wanted to get that out there. I'm sure all you idiots will be busy as well, but much hugs and love to all!

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />But I don't think I can forgive until his contact with her stops and he shows some desire to rebuild our M. I wonder if I should be forgiving even before it ends? <hr /></blockquote>IMHO, I completely agree with you--another thread going about forgiveness. I don't think you can forgive unless you know what his goal is. Is it D? Well yeah, forgive and *you* move on. Is it rebuild (and we all know he absolutely can *NOT* unless he stops)? Then, yeah--can't move forward. Is it him status quo? Heck no!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />I think that's more than I can do right now. I think it's enough that I just keep loving him and being patient.<hr /></blockquote>You got it, starz. This is ALL you can do for the time being--until he stops or you decide enough is enough.
<blockquote>quote:<hr />I believe there is great hope - so Christmas for me this year is a time of hope. Hope for a restored marriage and the forgiveness that can take place later on. Does that make any sense at all?<hr /></blockquote>I usually don't like placing labels (been doing that today though, huh?) but...
All of you BS's out there really, really give me inspiration. You all (brown included) show how much you really are committed and want to move forward and how much you truly love your spouses.

Welp, I probably won't be back either. Rh & NOW--have a great Christmas. Think of it as your first "New" Christmas together with your new life together. Same for me and Brown and ST & KY and AW & A2...It really is a time for hope!

Merry Christmas everyone!

{{{{Idiots}}}}

And before I go...You OK believer? Haven't seen you on much, even outside city limits. Anyhoo, have a great Christmas. You always make the best of your situation and what the good Lord has given you! {{b}}

No edits, but a big DUH!!!!!! for me!

Didn't even see you up there B! (Duh!)

Have a great Christmas!

Morning Idiots,

Time zones being what they are blah, blah, blah it is December 24 here already which makes it Christmas Eve today and Christmas Day tomorrow.

Weird, huh?

We are having the WORST summer since I can't remember when. We usually swim on Christmas Day but it is so cold (16-19 celcius - you'll have to work it out in F, I can't) and so wet, we haven't been able to sit outside.

Idiots, you've kept me going - have a WONDERFUL Christmas all of you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I have a hugely busy day ahead of me, we finished up work yesterday so this is the big shopping day for me - I don't have to cook this year, going to my cousin's, but still have lots of last minute stuff to do.

Love ya all.

Jen

Hey freaks.

I am holding down the fort at work today...and thus, am sending people home early (he he he...no scrooge here).

How are ya guys!

Merry Christmas Idiotville!

Hey .!!!! You and , have a great Christmas!!!!!

Hey Dip!!!! Have a great Christmas!!!!! (And if i don't get off now, I will have accomplished no laundry I said I was going to do!!)

GO DO LAUNDRY DAMNIT!!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny that WAS funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Perhaps H should be : not ,.

Jen

If anything, I should be :!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
He's just fine as ,!

OK OK...dip....I'm going...really....cya all!!!!

Liny...I still see you here...

GO!!!!

Dipiti, I bet he hasn't gone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

While you're here I'd like to wish you a very Merry Christmas too. I hope the new year brings you peace in your life and loads of happiness.

I think H and I should be ;. Very fitting and appropriate. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

ahhhh..thanks!

Love to you and your family!

:-)

Merry Christmas to all you idiots! Big hugs to you all. Liny, I know you are "gone" but I am concerned how serious you are lately. Do I need to buy you a new funny for Christmas? As for the forgiveness...well as a BS I have forgiven my H and he was able to tell me last night that he is committed to working on our M. Biggest leap we have made since my dday. I have gotten much closer to forgiving myself and have finally accepted the forgiveness of God. Progress eh?

RH and NOW love to you both!

AW and Jen, Merry Christmas to you on the other side of world. AW please remember to take it easy and EAT! Love that man of yours too.

Believer, Jelly (where ever you are), Dobie, LTHW, Starz, YL and everyone else Merry Christmas!

Gotta go work, go home and finish up preparations and just enjoy my family and remember to thank God for his Son.

God bless you all.

Oh and DipiT too. Sorry missed you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Update: Perking up from my flu. Had some beef and barley soup because that's what I have on hand and nobody's here to make me chicken soup.

Beef and Barely...hardly what I would classify as a healer, but, warm none the less! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The main quality being that I made it previously, so the only required prep was nuking.

The crew is going to come in here soon to wax the floors! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Much love to all Idiots, the funny and the no-so-funny alike!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I sent each and every one of you Christmas cards. I did the calligraphy myself!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> If you haven't received them yet blame Idiotville's Postmaster!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> {{{{{{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}}}}}} <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH: Who's the PostMaster?

Mayor: No, Who's on first?

RH: What's on first?

Mayor: No, What's on 2ndbase.....

Maybe they're not gonna wax the floors after all!!

How's it going RH?

Where's NOW been? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I thought this place was supposed to be closed by now. What happened?

Told brown just before she was about to sing in, don't bother...
WTH?

cool...can think of some jokes to tell ya!

ff--excellent news! thanks for the concern, just very reflective lately--and trying to keep my stress (turning into anger) at bay.

Anybody out there tonight?

Sheesh Liny, it's me again.

Funny story? We are giving Rob an ipod for Christmas and he came home just as son and I were playing all his CDs through the speakers really loud, just to "try it out".

So now we're all listening to it.

Cool.

Still more Xmas shopping to do. We're going to fight the crowds soon after dinner.

Jen

.!!!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Still more Xmas shopping to do. <hr /></blockquote>AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

I feel for you! I think this is the earliest brown and I have gotten shopping done. Then again, first year we haven't shopped for the boys either. Oh well...repercussion of freeloading! (Actually, Monday I think I will give them their present--a disconnection notice for the cable. One by one--I will make their life a living hell until they wake up. Better than Bob's thought going in my mind over and over again, kicking the crap out of them both.)

*sigh*

Have "fun" shopping!

Gosh my whole sig line was in then.

Can you tell I've had a couple? of wines before posting.

Jen aka .

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Can you tell I've had a couple? of wines before posting.<hr /></blockquote>And you're gonna do more shopping?!?!?!?

Only way to do it!!!!!!!

All we've got to get now is a "stocking filler" for DD because we've already given her a new mobile phone because she broke hers one night out partying and a really nice present for son's girlfriend because she's the sweetest thing on the planet.

I suggested "granny panties" because that's what my MIL used to give me. Bless her heart.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I suggested "granny panties" because that's what my MIL used to give me. Bless her heart.<hr /></blockquote>And I'm so sure your son will just love it too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Heee Hee Liny, why do they say you're not funny?

Actually, what AM I going to get them??????

It's TRUE, my MIL gave me sensible, to the waist, cotton granny panties. Geez, they were comfortable. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

You just brought back a very funny--yet very warm memory(ies) about presents.
My Great great grand Aunts (yes, three G's!!!) always gave us (I'm the baby of six) powder and soap etc. They were the best, though! The look on their faces in giving these gits to us, was so precious, innocent. They meant well, but didn't know. Anyway, I miss them. (They were twins; never married; died at age 96, amonth apart from each other. And now I'm missing my Dad too.)

*sigh*

I could tell you some very very cool stories about them and their lives!

Oh, and in answer to your question: I have no clue! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ahhhhh Christmas.

We went to my Aunt's 90th birthday a couple of weeks ago.

She gave such a cool speech. She said:

"Life is wonderful. Don't just survive it, live it."

I got all teary eyed.

Is this site going to disappear or what?????? We've got floor waxing to do.

Actually, gotta go now. Time to face the crowds.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Liny, I've been thinking about your real name.

Try these ones. Sean or Patrick or Michael? Am I right?

.

Is this like Rumplestiltskin? except it is guess Liny's name? Jen, DD and I braved the crowds tonight. Yuck. Don't want to do that again, but we do have to grocery shop tomorrow.

What happened to the cleaning crew? Mayor are they so efficient we can walk on them while they wax? Who is the post master btw? I am searching my mailbox for Robby's card. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Going to bed. {{Iville}}

Hey ff! Sweet dreams!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Sean or Patrick or Michael? Am I right?<hr /></blockquote>Unless you are one that has received an email from me (and by all means send me an email and I *will* respond), I really don't think you will guess. Very Gaelic. But the three names above? Include Kevin and you have my two brothers' names (not in that order!!!!!) Freaky!

Gonna get some ZZ'z meself. Have fun shopping!

Hi!!!!

Does this mean I'm the first one to walk on the newly waxed floors? My, don't they shine!!

Thank goodness. I've been in withdrawal all day.

Do I get a prize for being first????

Whooooaaaa......WHHOOOOOAAAAAA!!!!!!
{ThumP}

Who do I sue?!?!?!?

Hey Starz!!! Just checking to see if we were back up...guess so! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Off to BIL/SIL...waiting for brown to blow dry hair...(tick-tock-tick-tock....)

Have a great night!

Shuffle board anyone?!?!?!

Hey John, just stopped in to see if anyone is here. Merry Christmas everyone!

Any idea when they got it back up?

No idea, just know that Starz posted about 1/2 hr ago.

Have to finish preparations. I was reading your thread. Enjoy your Christmas with your family. Sounds like you are doing really well with your recovery. Merry Christmas!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Whooooaaaa......WHHOOOOOAAAAAA!!!!!!
{ThumP}

Who do I sue?!?!?!? <hr /></blockquote>You're the AG...

You can't sue! You're city property!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Starz - Hi again. That was kinda hard going through all that withdrawal. I did get my presents wrapped and most of the stuff done for tomorrow.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by john3479:
 Shuffle board anyone?!?!?! <hr /></blockquote>Hey John!!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Are you joining or just passing through?

If you're staying, GET A JOB!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And name three non-A Idiot things you have done in your life!!

Shuffleboard? Great!! You can be our new event coordinator!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Do I get a prize for being first???? <hr /></blockquote>Absolutely!!!

You've won a cup of hot water a day for life. Should help you with your IB situation!

Ok, so the "melting an Ice Berg one cup of hot water at at time" was ark's thought, but it stuck!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sorry - I had to go cook and stuff.

One cup a day in addition to the ice pick Jelly gave me for Christmas should be a big help. I'll start on it right away.

One thing about withdrawal - I have baked 6 pies so far. Of course, my DS has already eaten two of them. These are sweet potato pies to die for. Also asked for a buttermilk pie - I guess he'll eat that one tomorrow before lunch!!!
Yum.

I'm sure everyone else is off doing Christmas stuff. IB and S are upstairs watching a movie - I'm downstairs baking the last pie and watching "I am Sam." Supposed to be a tearjerker. Will do the Christmas thing tomorrow morning. Hope I can get my mother up and bathed and dressed in time to open presents. She can be really slow sometimes. But after all, she's 86 - will be 87 on the 27th. Hope I'm still kicking at that age. IB's mom and one of his brothers will be here in the morning. So it will be pleasant opening packages and sitting by the fireplace. I'm looking forward to it. Hope they all like what I bought them. Especially IB. It would be nice if he could be happy tomorrow.

Well, gotta go for a while. Will check back later, but I bet everybody's gone off looking for mistletoe or something. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'll check back later. If I don't find any of you, Merry Christmas!

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE

good to see you all getting ready for Xmas day outings and visits.

Got back late from shopping last night, got the smoked ham & ducks & crayfish, prawns, fruits, drinks, stocking fillers for nieces & nephews, PC for son, phone & personal cd player + dvd player for daughter, hey have to use my long service pay on something. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

A was weird at the baby shop though. I'd have to say his whole attitude is about the same as a stunned mullet is the way I would describe it. I was just pricing up the various shops but A was picking up various bits & pieces, baby baths & change tables, 2 prams, blankets and so I asked him why was he getting this now, he said donâ€™t we need it?? No honey not until he or she is born, we have lots of time to look around...oh ok then, left the pile in the middle of the shop floor <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Maybe should have just kept quiet and thanked him. Donâ€™t know if I LB'ed there a little bit. Sometime I have to learn to leave well enough alone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Asked Aussie what he would like for Xmas, he looked at me thoughtfully and said really can't think of much I want right now. Really for the kids.
Mmmmm not sure what he was saying but not going to assume much. Heâ€™s always a bit ambivalent about Xmas. I'm really not sure what I can get him either so I got him some beer, the seafood, I was thinking of giving in and getting him a few Cuban cigars but I want him to give up smoking, heâ€™s nearly there only smokes them Xmas, New Year & Easter. I bought him a couple.

Mum said I should rush down & buy a teddy from Victoria's Secrets and let me be his presy....LOL Mum just kills me sometimes <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But it was not a bad idea at all!!

Youâ€™ll just have to guess the outcome of that one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> lol

AW - Glad to see your holiday is going fine. And Cuban cigars! We can't get them here because of the embargo.

Hope you enjoy being with your family and Aussie. I'm so glad he is home for Christmas.

Everyone else - Hope you have a great Christmas.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Youâ€™ll just have to guess the outcome of that one lol

<hr /></blockquote>ummm can't be another baby! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 25, 2004, 12:59 AM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

LOL ff!!!! (Well, trying to stifle it--brown and the babe are sleping down here.)

Merry Christmas everyone!

AW--take it easy hon--just being home with you and your family is I'm sure good enough for him if he said it--stop reading into it, dear!!!! (The pile in the middle of the store? Wish I had the ornaments to do that!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You can't sue! You're city property!!<hr /></blockquote>And you are the mayor...hmmm...Does that make me your *****?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Finally finished wrapping and stuffing the stockings and presents under the tree.

You know a few pages back I was thinking of my Dad? Weird: Brown had said tonight that she was sorry she couldn't be more supportive of me (during her depression) and that if I wanted to talk it's something she'd like. (Dad and her had a deep respect for one another.) Anyway, for whatever reason, really feeling his presence overly so past 24 hours. (He is so looking out for my D's--so many qualities are in them of his--and yo D never met (physically, that is.)

Anyway, have a great day everyone!!!

Welcome john!

Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday baby Jesus...
Happy birthday to you!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 25, 2004, 05:57 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hey!! Where'd the times go?!?!?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday baby Jesus...
Happy birthday to you!
<hr /></blockquote>AMEN!

Freaky...last post didn't show any of the times.

I think we're doing a duet ff! i think everyone's gone off to wait for Santa Claus! (gotta go soon myself--D's will be up in about 4-5 hours!)

AW--my SIL is a dietician. I asked her some q's for your condition. She said instead of liver (yuck)green leafy veggies, lean meat (u need to watch the fat and weight gain with the diabetes) and molasses! She said drink tea with molasses (decaf) in it, loads of iron. She also took supplements for the iron when she was preg. Oh, if you have cereal like Total there, she said eat it as an afternoon snack. She said the morning is the most dangerous time for the blood sugar to rise quickly. She also said to limit milk intake to two glasses per day. Hope you are getting good support from a dietician.

Big hugs to you and Aussie. Please take care of yourself. {{{AW/A2}}}

Merry Christmas, Liny!

Me too Liny. Gotta fill the stockings! CYA!! Ha ha made you laugh!!

hey all
how are you all this wonderful day??

Hey FF NO LIVER Woo Hoo!!!
I'll stick to your SIL diet yum yum green leafy veggies, lean meat and molasses - if I can that of course! Have to look for somehting similar like Total. MANY MANY thanks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

we have been so busy with neices & nephews, our DD & DS, it got to a wopping 100.4 degrees with humidity like Singapore!!
We just about melted but Aussie was busy playing with Mandy's (sister) little boy & girl - 6 & 10 yr old... letting them push him in the pool and then chasing them... he really seems happy today...even if he was up to 3.30am again.

They just finished playing cricket in the backyard - famous in Aust - you just haven't lived if you have never 'got a 100 runs playing cricket in the backyard at Mums' LOL isnt that right smur????? ( Big {{{{{hugs}}}}} to you being so far from home to)

Well dogs have started to howl and winds got very strong so looks like we'll get a few drops if we are lucky.
Just moments ago big storm blew in & its SOOO hot but has started to rain - just not on us yet - thunder very dark, lightening ......pretty rare for this time of the year here.

Well I've got to get back to the kitchen - just popped in to the study to get some peace for a momment ....lol -, ham needs cutting, fruit platter refilled, OJ & mango drink, wine galore except for me - had my allowance of one glass under sisters stern eye and rasied brows - seeesh dont older sisters EVER let go????

Hey sis's husband Johnno just arrived...great chef he had a 700 guest list he was cooking for today been working since 8.00am yesterday non stop poor man. John - yes ANOTHER one - & A have been mates since he was 17 so we do sort of live in each others pocket a bit.
So total Johns for today is John- BIL, John - Aussie, John- dad, John - brother, John - nephew, John - son, John - grand dad, LMAO....must be some sort of family thing do you think???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well have a FANTASTIC day idiots - XXXX kisses XXXX and ((((HUGS)))) to all. Misletoe is everywhere here so its ok. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville,

Merry Christmas to you all, I hope your are all blessed with a stocking full of chocolate. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I got cheese. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> I also got a Cheese shooter. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I hope the holidays are filled with joy here in our pleasant little town. I hope you all enjoyed your presents I got for ya. John you came in late, you get a roll of toilet paper. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Sorry, I don't know anything about you, just your name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Merry Christmas, I love you all!!!!!!!!!!

Queen Jelly Bing

Merry Christmas and a huge Ho HO HO to everyone in I'ville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I have been avoiding coming here for the last couple of days as I try to resolve some of my internal issues.

But, I decided that I needed to let eveyone here know how much I appreciate your advice and support (and the 2 bys) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

My wishes and prayers are for all of you today.

I wish and pray that you all stay strong and true to yourself and your families.

I wish and pray that for those of you on the road to recovery that God shines a light on your struggles and shows you the way home.

I wish and pray that for the WSs that a little light burns away some of the fog in the coming year

I wish and pray that the BSs get the outcome to their situations that they can live with and perhaps get even more that they deserve

I wish and pray the the children remain as innocent,trusting,joyful, and free from the pain as they deserve.

My sincere and heartfelt thank yous and prayers for you all.

Where's the egg nog?

morning Iville. Big miracle in this house. My H went Christmas shopping for the first time in YEARS! I will fill you in later on what he bought. Waiting for the kiddos to wake up and see what Santa brought. Today is also DD's 12 th bday. Love that girl, she is a gem.

Love ya all and Jelly thanks for the gift. Guess I will have to read it since I still think Liny is funny!

May God bless you all with his love, forgiveness, strength and joy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Merry Christmas Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

HO! HO! HO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Merry Christmas Mayor, Idiotville. Merry Christmas Justuss.

I'm having a nice time so far. Got a lot of the cooking done yesterday. Food is in the oven, and just going to enjoy the day today.

My sons opened one of their playstation games last night (they were going to play it, and then wrap it up for this morning). Anyway I went over to say goodnight and the game was on. The language was vile - I asked them what that awful game was, and they both started laughing. Told me that was the game I bought them for Christmas!

Merry Christmas, fellow idiots.

IB and his brother and our S are upstairs watching a movie. All the presents are opened and the paper all cleared away. Christmas dinner (ham, sweet potato casserole, English Peas, Congealed Salad, yeast rolls, and pies, of course, are all eaten. The silver is washed and put away until probably Easter my M and MIL have gone home to take their naps, and I am writing my friends in Idiotville to wish them a happy day. IB seemed to like all his presents. I am glad, as I tried really hard this year. I tried to make it as normal and happy as I could, and I think I was successful. Plan A at its best. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Don't usually post as I read, but I'm going to tonight.

Robby, you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> How's it going RH?

Where's NOW been? <hr /></blockquote>Swellings been going down on the knee, but I still go for an MRI on Tuesday. Was putting up 1/2 the roof on the shed on Friday and I'm still able to walk on it today (used a brace and that was a big help.)

NOW has been getting ready for Christmas. Really out did herself this year and we still haven't seen her side of the family (well, outside of a small squabble with her sister on Christmas Eve). Her family is coming tomorrow (Sun.) and she's doing up all kinds of food...even a chocolate pecan pie (can't wait, yummy). Today went extremely well, other than the kids being too impatient and not being able to follow directions on games and stuff they got. SIMS 2 won't work and a couple of "other games" that I'm going to have to troubleshoot after bit. But all in all, quite nice thank you.

So, Mayor, how was your Christmas? Hope you used a little of what you learned in the 5 love languages book to speak to the W?

LINY said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Does that make me your *****?!?!? <hr /></blockquote>LINY is Robby's *****, LINY is Robby's *****. Maybe you are funny LINY. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

[ December 25, 2004, 05:59 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Oh yeah, sorry folks...Merry Christmas to all!

(ever watch South Park? That one song has been going through my head all day today and even yesterday...Merry freaking Christmas...silly characters.)

RH

This One?

or this one?

Or this one?

Or THIS one? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Geez RH, Justuss got you again! Darn I miss everything and only get to see the edits.

Had a good day. My F, B, SIL and kids this am and H's F and B this afternoon. Plus a friend whose kids are with their mother out of state. Another M that was undone by A's. Good food, H barbq'd the turkey. It was good.

Ok, got my first real gift from him in years. He bought me the softest, prettiest robe, slippers, a scarf and matching gloves. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Merry Christmas Justuss.

Hope all the Idiots are having the best day possible. Mine has very nice. Made tons of food and it all came out good. It feels so good to just relax and have it all done.

Justuss, I almost forgot to get you a present. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

For you, a blindfold. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Pass me a drink, please.

YL, what was underground????

Everybody, what was your best Christmas moment? Please tell.

love Q Jelly

Jelly - ah yes. We can all sit back tonight, go whew, it's over, and have a drink.

Let's see, best moment. I guess just cooking today and feeding the neighbors, friends, my sons, and their friends. We had a very California laid back Christmas. I put the food on the table, and people kinda came and went.

The day was spent eating, watching basketball and football, playing playstation, fishing and surfing. Just an all around nice day.

Hi, everyone. I guess my best Christmas moment was watching IB open all the presents I got him, and how pleased and surprised he was by each one. I bought T Shirts for both S and IB and wrapped them separately. Then tonight they were bargaining and trading them with each other. They both wanted the one with a squirrel holding a baseball bat. It said "Protect Your Nuts." S got one that said "Chicken Ranch" and loved it but it was too small so IB got it too. I ordered another one in a larger size tonight for S. They loved the shirts above all else, I think. Oh, well. Can you spell dysfunctional? We have a weird sense of humor at our house. By the way, for you nonTexans, the Chicken Ranch was the infamous bordello (nice word for it) which was located in La Grange, Texas, and was the subject of an investigation by Marvin Zindler of Channel 13 news back in the early 70's. As a result, the place closed down and they made the musical "Best Little *****house In Texas" and eventually the movie starring Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds. It was a real place with real people and people I knew in college had been there. The newsman, Marvin Zindler, is still on channel 13 in Houston. He's quite old now, but just as obnoxious as ever. In fact, he and my father in law went to college together. Marvin was the drum major of the band. Just bringing you up to date on some Texas History.

Best Christmas moment was getting a present from my H. 2nd would be my DD spending the afternoon with H's estranged F. Very nice. Got DD an electric scooter, she had a blast on it. Beautiful weather today 70's blue skies gorgeous. One of the most laid back and nice days ever. I fall more in love with my H every day. How is that possible?

ok my gift to Liny:

If you walk into a bathroom as an American and if you walk out of the bathroom as an American what are you while in the bathroom?

answer: A European!

FF that was TERRIBLE!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Groooooaaaaannnnn.

Best Christmas moment. Very sophisticated 24 year old daughter bouncing on my cousin's kids' trampoline and doing forward flips.

Other best Christmas moment, tring to unplug Rob from his iPod so we can talk to him. We'd told him what he was getting and he wasn't sure he wanted one and now he won't put it down.

Other best Christmas moment, the whole family singing Bohemian Rhapsody, complete with head banging, on the way to my cousin's.

Starz, we'd even heard of the Chicken Ranch way down here.

Jen

Best moment?

Bah, Humbug!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Come on Robby. What about baby bear - did he like the paper that the gifts came in? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

Topping off my day with a margarita made by me. Sometimes when I find out something else he has done, a margarita or two is the only thing that kills the pain. Such is tonight. Better to drink than the other thing I feel like doing sometimes. But I have been drinking too much lately. Triglycerides are up in latest blood work from doc. Don't want to become an alcoholic as my parents did at about my age, and IB has been one (in my opinion ) for years. So here I am, following in the family footsteps. It's possible that I would be better off without him in the long run. Don't know how I would keep the ranch running, but I guess I'd have to cross that bridge when I come to it.

He obviously has no intention of stopping contact with her. Something severe will have to be done. My lawyer plans to talk to him sometime soon - another friend already has interceded with some cold hard facts. He is so pitiful. And doesn't even know he's pitiful. I will try to do the things Steve has told me to do, but what will I do if they don't work? Dear God, what did I do to deserve this?

He went to church with me last night and took communion. I want so much to keep hoping for the best, but everytime I get to hoping, I get shot down.

Tonight I found this web address on his computer: glothongs.com Go ahead, check it out. None of those were in MY Christmas stocking.

Sorry, I'm just venting here. Sorry to do it on Christmas night. I had a pretty good day. Then I found the website and just fell apart. I think I'll have another margarita and just go to bed.

We are going to Biloxi, Mississippi, with some friends for 4 days on the 28th. We will have a good time, gamble, play, eat, and I will plan A my buttocks off. If nothing else, maybe I will end up with smaller buttocks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just ignore this post. I just needed to vent to friends. You guys have become GREAT friends to me this year. Love you all.

nothing Robby? Come on mayor...how about them newly waxed floors, huh?

Yah, I know Jen pretty bad but I did say it was a gift for Lenny. Guess I should read my book from Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Starz, sorry for the trigger moment. Hope you had a good Christmas anyway.

Starz, Checked out the website. Pretty tacky don't ya think? Oh my gosh where is his head anyway? Up his rearend?

Starz, don't know what else to say but that we're here for you.

Gotta agree with FF, it's pretty dark where IB has his head stuck. (And I didn't look at the website - sounded VERY icky.)

Jen

starz,

Don't apologize... We're here for you 24/7/365. No vacations for Idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Just checked out the link. Not the best thing to find on Christmas.

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Thanks, guys. You are wonderful.

I remember when I went to Europe, I felt like my brain had been cracked open, and knowledge just poured into my head. It was like getting a 2nd college degree in just two weeks.

I wish someone would crack his head open and pour in knowledge. Then the awakening, when it occurred, would be "What have I done? What have I done to my wife? What can I do to fix this?"

I so long for that.

I can crack his head open... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Where can I find liquid knowledge?

I know it's not at Wal-Mart. I looked.

Robby: None of those three songs were it. It was the one that went "Merry Freaking Christmas" over and over and over....

FF: Well, if I got nabbed, then so did LINY. It was the B word. Guess I'm going to start complaining about all the other threads whose posters use words such as these. (Geez, are we back in High School?)

Starz: Sorry to hear about your findings. Maybe he was just looking, but either way it still sucks.

{{{{{Starz}}}}}

B: Best Christmas moment? I'd have to say getting a nice present from my FWW. It was a ~50 year old piece that my Grandfather gave out as advertising for his feed mill. It had his name and the company bio on it. She had it framed. It was a print of a painting, might have had a calendar on it. It's funny, because just 2 or 3 days ago, I was thinking about my grandfather, and thinking that I never think of him. Pretty cool gift!

How is it that she (NOW) knows me so well, but yet two years ago thought that I didn't love her and had maybe even had and A in order to justify her own? Well, maybe that wasn't it, but it sucks to have to go through this to have a better M.

Idiots!!!!

OK By the time this posts it won't be Christmas, but....Merry Christmas!

First, my worst two moments this year: having to watch my boys watch their sisters open the presents--knowing full well they weren't getting anything. Second: At my sister's house during dessert, looking up and seeing a cery young Dad pic staring at me.

Two best? This morning (after opening up gifts) having breakfast with the whole gang. Second: tonight--just me and the girls. Very warm fuzzy feeling. And NOT taking the moments for granted.

Anyhoo...very tired...long day...

YL--what did you get?!?!?!?!?

{{{{starz}}}}
{{{{robby}}}}

And everyone else, too! (You too JU!!!)

See ya'll later! (And all please stay safe travelling!)

Sorry thisn is just a little Boxing Day VENT!!

Aussie is in a lot of pain today.
No not anything to do with the A or our relationship at all its his right leg which was injured in Iraq.

Looks discoloured and swollen but heâ€™s so stubborn. Won't make appointment to see a doc, keeps walking on it, jumping on it- eg over the fence when heâ€™s restless & walks round & around the house .

Mandy - my sis- tried to get him to let her have a look at it, she said it doesnâ€™t look the right shape but he wouldnâ€™t let her at all. Said it would be ok. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

And I hope he comes here & read's this!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

FINALLY got him to take some Ibuprofen - 1000mg dose - should have been enough to knock an elephant down, but no heâ€™s walking or limping at least around with me looking daggers at him, heâ€™s just oblivious to the worry his kids or I or the rest of the family have for him!!

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGGGhhhhh freaking ******* stubborn ******
******* man!!!

There, NOW I feel better and he's agreed to sit down & watch cricket for a few hours with his leg up.

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Christmas is over, New Years is 'a comming!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What's in YOUR wallet?

What can BROWN do for you?

How much software do YOU want to buy?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby: LMAO. I think that same thought everytime I see that stupid UPS commercial. Sorry Brown.

Rah, rah, sis, boom, bah. We love Brown!
Well, that didn't rhyme and I have no rhythm, but then I'm not the cheerleader.

Good morning all! Have a great post Christmas day!

" Hey John!!

Welcome to Idiotville!!

I am the Mayor!!

Are you joining or just passing through?

If you're staying, GET A JOB!!

And name three non-A Idiot things you have done in your life!!

Shuffleboard? Great!! You can be our new event coordinator!! "

Well, I was just passing through, but looks like a job fell on me. lol

Three non A idiot thing I have done in my life?? Only 3?? Wow thats easy.

Falling out of perfectly good airplanes. ( Hey, had to get more money out of Uncle Sam somehow. )

When the cop lets you go because he thinks you are to small to have been controlling the motorcycle at the speeds he clocked you at DONT PULL A WHEELIE AS YOU LEAVE!!!!!!

I walk into burning buildings for a living. Need I say more. ( Why would anyone in their right mind walk into a burning building with a bottle of compressed air on their back? )

[ December 26, 2004, 08:10 AM: Message edited by: john3479 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by john3479:
Three non A idiot thing I have done in my life?? Only 3?? Wow thats easy.

Falling out of perfectly good airplanes. ( Hey, had to get more money out of Uncle Sam somehow. )

When the cop lets you go because he thinks you are to small to have been controlling the motorcycle at the speeds he clocked you at DONT PULL A WHEELIE AS YOU LEAVE!!!!!!

I walk into burning buildings for a living. Need I say more. ( Why would anyone in their right mind walk into a burning building with a bottle of compressed air on their back? ) <hr /></blockquote>Hello John!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok, nice try but Iâ€™m going to take exception to 2 of your items.

While the word falling is intriguing when it comes to getting out of airplanes Iâ€™m pretty sure you meant jumping. I did this in the Marines and as a civilian, GREAT RUSH!! #1 only counts if youâ€™ve done it more than once without a parachute!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

#2, LMAO. This one counts!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

#3 â€“ Youâ€™re a fireman. Firefighters are considered brave for what they do for others so therefore this does not count either!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Try again!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AND NO EDITING!!!

It's a strictly enforced rule around here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ok, I didnt even have the guts to try it once without a chute.

I was HALO qualified. We are doign a jump at Hunter Army Airfield, and the AF load master that was flying with us was retiring. My new company commander had just taken command after spending 3 years at this little village at Bragg that the governtment will deny is there while trying to recruit for it.

The load master was giving us all sorts of crap since he was retiring. Commander pulled me aside and we hatched a plan for revenge. We were the last two out of the craft, stood up side by side each hooked and arm through the load masters arms and ran down the ramp. As we hit the end of the ramp I dropped my ruck and hooked a rescue belt to the LMs LBE and took him for a ride he will never forget. Poor [censored] wet himself, company commander and I lost 1/3 months pay for 3 months, but it was worth it!!

There could have been a loss of rank but battilion commander was laughing so hard he said loss pay was enough!!

[ December 26, 2004, 08:36 AM: Message edited by: john3479 ]

So to add has to be a second post??

Them's the rules!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And you still owe 1 more idiotic thing...

a town not far from where I grew up has alot of limestone cliffs. Also has a railroad bridge over a river. the bridge is about 145 feet above the water.

I was 16 years old. My best friend and I decided we were going to go climbing on the cliffs. Well, we decided that we were going to rapel off the bridge also. Its posted no trespassing but we still tied off and dropped. about half way down we were spotted by the police. We hung there for over an hour and a half trying to wait them out. Guess who won??

Ok, as far as I am concerned, that is truly idiotic. You're in. However, if you become activities director, please understand I do not jump from flying things or climb rocks or cliffs. Just not my thing.

I will, however, provide hot food for when you get down. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning, Robby. IB woke up in a foul mood and will barely speak today. I moved his blanket. Wow. Stone me for sure. I was cleaning up for Christmas and moved it from the couch. Every day's a new world. Up and down, up and down. Running away from home is looking tempting. But not very much.

Well, must get ready for Sunday School. Starting a new study on the lives of the Apostles. See you guys this afternoon, maybe.

Everyone should try jumping out of an airplane at least once. I took my mom for a tamdom jump on her 70th birthday.

Oh No I cant stand it, not ANOTHER John??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
And you also like HALO jumps, & doing stupid things like that ..Aussie is going to like you a lot...
tell me John, do you also pretend you aren't hurt when you are and go do things you shouldn't with injuries anyway??
Don't listen when he asks you if you'd like to have a career full of adventure and travel, you've been there done that by the sounds of it so just say no!! (Unless you have a thing for hot sandy deserts of course) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

MEN <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> !!!!

Been to the hot sandy desert the FIRST time around.

tell me John, do you also pretend you aren't hurt when you are and go do things you shouldn't with injuries anyway??

Define pretend. Define hurt and define stupid. lol

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

For some reason I thought I saw " go do stupid things when you shouldnt. sorry about asking you to define stupid.

Maybe its just what Im use to HEARING. lol

Morning, I'ville. DId everybody survive Christmas? Is there lots to clean up? Or is everyone still recvoering from CHristmas excessive eating and embibing? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi, John. Welcome.

A round of coffees all around. RObby pays.

Well John I see you ARE another one of the adrenalin freaks ...LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AS for stupid.. everything he probably does in SASR, but I dont KNOW becasue he can't tell me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

However the silver lining is that it does keep his tush in fiiiiine shape!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Coffee??? YES PLEASE...... quick before Robby catches me..... ok ok everyone pls make mine the , sigh, DECAFE

Well survived but place a bit messy. most wandered home late today after lots of Black coffee ...MMMnnn come on FA ..just one little one won't hurt the bubs surely???? PLEASE???

Good morning I-ville!!

Welcome John!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Everyone should try jumping out of an airplane at least once. I took my mom for a tamdom jump on her 70th birthday.<hr /></blockquote>OK OK--You already gave us three things!

Starz, hang in there hon. I don't know your complete sit (although I don't know how much more we all need) which is my point: maybe time for a different plan. He's being a total pri@k. Sorry for the harshness of words, but he is what he's doing. Anyway, know that we will be here for you!!!!

RH & Robby--brown's right here--I will "let" her get on--gotta go to TRU to exchange broken parts to the Disney nisey kitchen (or whatever.) Very disappointing when you spend that much money for really flimsy plastic. Oh well.

ff--thanks for the continued support! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Robby: <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

f-again--how'd it go yesterday?

AW--gotta tell a2 to give me some stamina advice! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

OK....Off to the crazy stores--again. Wish me luck!

Hello Idiots,

LINY has been home all week and we've been very busy. (Once again I couldn't take time from work ... LINY didn't have to use all his up having babies. Anyways there's always next year, right?)

I just wanted everybody to know I'm not dead and will just jump in, since I couldn't read up on all the idiot goings-ons.

I miss everyone and wiil try and keep up (well, maybe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ).

Christmas went okay, even though every year I say "I won't rush my kids out on Christmas Day to "do" dinner at my SIL". My poor children don't even really get to enjoy their presents .... not when the SIL wants every one there @ 12:30 for appetizers and Dinner is @ 2:00. I've weighed it out and I don't want to feed everybody either. Besides they would still be wanted to have Dinner @ 2:00 - I think that would be worse. LINY's sister is so strange - called him @ 8:30 AM to tell him about Christmas Dinner - then left message with MIL for "us" to bring something for dessert (we were raised right and never go anywhere empty handed) - then she called at 11:55 PM Christmas Eve to make sure she'd have enough places set and ask if the "baby" was still in a highchair - Sometimes -no all of the time I don't get her (I haven't in 13 years - why start now????). Oooooh next year <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> !!!!!!!!

My family is easy - Christmas Eve - bring meatballs and whatever you'll be drinking. That's it!!!!

Anyway I also hear that RH is trying to "cheer" ... I guess I'll be unemployed here in Idiotville?!?!? I'll just have to be a "kept" woman by LINY (isn't that what retired cheer leaders DO?????)

Brown

Hi Brown - Good to hear from you again. I'm just happy that Christmas is over. We had a nice one though.

John - I think I'll stay with the shuffleboard.

AW - Hang in there girl. It can only get better from here. Let Aussie do his thing to return to "normal" life. Just thank God he is back safe.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by john3479:
 Everyone should try jumping out of an airplane at least once. I took my mom for a tamdom jump on her 70th birthday. <hr /></blockquote>I'm all for that. I took my mother out and we did static line jumps for Mother's Day many years ago. She was only in her 30s at the time, so your mother definitely trumps it.

My poor father worked himself into a panic because we were a few hours late coming home from it. His former USAF soul had to ask, "Why jump out of a perfectly good airplane?" Dad, you didn't see that plane. Perfectly good was a big stretch of the truth.

When I win the lotto, we're going to check out Pamplona. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Peope use to ask me why I jumped out of a perfectly good airplane. My response?

I never once jumped out of a perfectly good airplane. It had an Air Force pilot

ROFL! Perfect! I'll definitely remember that one.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Define pretend. Define hurt and define stupid. lol

<hr /></blockquote>ok John you are an idiot. Welcome to Iville.

I just realized when I read your post FF that I pretty much answered AW question right there didnt I??

I always wanted to jump out of an airplane, but when my DS was born I realized it isn't a very responsible hobby for a parent. Oh well, maybe in another time in my life.

Liny--did you see my present for you on page 273?

AW-hang in there, how is A2's leg? Boy men are stubborn when it comes to being ill or going to the doctor!

Slept til 7:00 this am! Wow, never sleep past 6, must have been exhausted from yesterday. I still have a sink full of dishes and a mess to clean up. I feel like I worked all day, but we did have a good time.

Where is Steve? Steve how did you make it through the holiday??? Thinking of you.

Good to see you post Brown.

Whats having a kid have to do with it?? I took my mom out at 70!!!

John, my youngest DS is disabled. IF something happened to me who would care for him?

Good point. But if you get the chance, take a tandom jump. You will be attached to someone else. Well, to really enjoy it you might have to do two. To much panic first time to really enjoy it.

Welcome, John. Oh, I said that already, didn't I? Well, I am an idiot.

IB just left for town to "return the DVD's". That's fogspeak for "I'm going into town, sit in the parking lot of the DVD store and talk to her on the phone." Or maybe he's going to give her her Christmas present. Who knows? I do know what he gave her for Christmas. At a later date, maybe I'll tell what I know. But for now... He stopped at the barn to pick it up or maybe that was the fornication phone he picked up. It won't work out here, that's why he has to drive into town to call her.

IB's other brother is on his way here to celebrate Christmas tonight. He had to go into town now so he could be back when his brother gets here. He is extremely subdued this afternoon. I am praying that he will end this nightmare soon. I have slight reason to think he might be thinking fairly seriously of breaking it off with her. (Or he might just be getting ready to leave me.) He's been in the office all afternoon doing end of the year bookkeeping and record keeping of our finances. Who knows what that means? Sometimes I get my hopes up because I think he is going through a withdrawal of sorts. Actually, he does that whenever it's been more than 24 hours since he has seen or talked to her. I think she must have been out of town the last couple of days. Probably she's back, she paged him, and he is headed into town to talk to her. God is sending me all kinds of help, but so far I don't see any change much. Well, I am sorry to dampen everyone's day. Maybe he really is going into town just to turn in the DVDs. And maybe there really is a Santa Claus. Right. Check you guys later.

Starz

Sorry your going through this, I know its really hard this time of year.

No Santa?? Im going to have to talk to the Easter Bunny about that one. He was telling me just this morning about some fat guy with deer that tried to run him over when he was out for a jog.

Hes trying to get in shape ya know. He has a long hop coming up soon.

Starz, I know it is hard but can you give yourself a rest from worrying or wondering about what your WH is doing? Just take care of you and be the best Starz you can be. Make yourself happy. When I seriously thought my M was over and I was letting go of my H I felt so much better. I began to feel stronger. Of course it was then that he came back cuz he didn't like being a stranger in his own home.

{{{Starz}}}You are going to be ok.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 When I win the lotto, we're going to check out Pamplona. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Been there, done that!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Higly recommend it!! When you go, you MUST run!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, did your boy have a good Christmas? Was Santa good to him?

FF,

My boy had a great Christmas! Thanks for asking! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And Robby, what about you?????

Where is RIF?

My boy had a great Christmas!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I think Robby is avoiding answering <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 When I win the lotto, we're going to check out Pamplona. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Been there, done that!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Higly recommend it!! When you go, you MUST run!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Is there a different reason for people to go there?

Many just watch...

Don't cop out! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Affording to go is my biggest hurdle. Plus I need to start doing some serious running well in advance. But that's always been on my long list of things I want to do. I have other assorted items still unchecked, such as diving in the Cave of Sleeping Sharks, driving a tank, etc.

Isla Mujeres.

Get a good guide.

It is Mexico, ya know...

Lots of rip-offs!

Flights to Pamplona are running about $825 right now. Charge it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And don't worry about running distance, work on your sprint!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I've been to Isla Mujeres and love it there. Garrafon (sp?) Reef is spectacular.

My credit cards can't even handle that. We'll see what they look like in July.

And I guess being a mother to small children definitely qualifies me as a sprinter.

I'm not familiar with your entire situation...

How many kids?

Spill the good stuff! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I have two awesome kids. My baby girl will be one this week and my son will be seven next month. They're very cute. DS is asleep right now and I'm hoping that baby girl goes to sleep soon so we can sneak up the hill for a couple of sledding runs.

Who is "we?"

And you're going to abandon your children for a sled run? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> j/k

What is snow? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I was going to ask the same question and why do you have to sneak. Can't dd and ds go too? Me too, me too. Haven't seen snow in quite a while. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

What is snow? Where are you people at? Snow is that white stuff outside my window that is piled up about 1 1/2'!

Hey MIF? Are you joining us or just sledding through? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby's the mayor, Jelly is queen and if you want to play you have to name three non A idiot things you have done and get a job!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Happy boxing day idjits! I'm from Wisconsin and I've been told some 'nucks consider us honorary Canadians.

GC

Yep, I plan on abandoning the kids for a few. Our way cool neighbors in the duplex will keep an ear open for them. We is H and I. Trying to get creative on the RC for the critically broke. Plus I was bummed out last year because I couldn't go sledding due to pregnancy.

Ya'll are invited. I'll make hot chocolate for afterwards!

gray - Where I'm from, we consider ya'll cheeseheads. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> But that doesn't stop me from being a Packer fan.

I don't know exactly what spawned it, but I can envision John out there with a JATO unit strapped onto a sled.

Hey, idjuts.

Had a nice evening with IB's brother and wife. One nephew came, too. He is out in the hot tub now with IB. It was fun to be with them. They'll be here tomorrow, too, so my SIL can go with me on the great RETURN expedition. It just figures. I am not the one who didn't get things that fit = but I am the one who returns them. I have no idea what I did with all the sales slips. I know I put them somewhere ---
This job should not be given to an idiot. I lose everything.

Well, gotta go for tonight. Thanks, all, for the hugs.

BTW - I have tried to distance myself from his antics, but I just keep coming back to fret over it again. I really think what I have been doing (exposure, etc.) is working. The pressure is on and driving them further apart, I think. They are finding it almost impossible to be together any more. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I think his grumpiness is often a result of his realizations that he can't keep things as they were. He's going to have to give her up, I think. Every now and then (like tonight) I see a glimmer of the old IB. That makes it worth it to keep going. If I weren't keeping track of his comings and goings, I wouldn't know if I was effective, would I? I feel I must spy some more longer, so when it ends I will know it ended. How else will I be sure? Also, his trip to town today was clearly just a quick errand thing to two stores and then straight back home. If he talked to her at all, it had to be only a voice mail message, because he wasn't there long enough to actually talk to her. (Their conversations range from 15 min. to 2 hours.)

Oh, well, must go now and get towels out for nephew. Busy day tomorrow - exchanging, visiting, and packing to leave on the 28th for trip to Biloxi and the casinos!! My wishes for the next 5 days:

1. Let him not see her or talk to her tomorrow. One day at a time, Sweet Jesus....

2. Let us laugh and have a good time in Biloxi.

3. Let him see us as we used to be - playful and full of fun and a happy married couple.

4. Oh, and let us not lose TOO much money <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Starz, here's hoping.

NOW, we get a summer. Hot and fine today - first time in about 2 months.

Robby, you must have missed my post about baby bear playing with the wrapping paper. They all love that more than the presents.

Jen

BTW hi to John and MIF?.

GC, you let me kill your journal thread. I know I'm a world renowned thread killer but that one always seemed to keep going - until I got hold of it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

Three posts in a row but I keep thinking of stuff I want to say.

John and MIF did you read Idiotville for a while before you decided to drop in? I'm always interested in who the lurkers are.

Jen

Didn't mean to ignore you Kiwi!!

Baby Bear loved the paper.

Even ate a bit! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Really tore into his presents and then tossed them aside to play with the wrapping paper!

Love that kid!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sledding was fun, but the snow was a bit sticky so we couldn't reach warp speed. We did scare the snot out of our neighbors by throwing snowballs at their bedroom window. We also had a snowball fight. Our snow night was definitely a success. Too bad we couldn't have a few dozen bulls and sharks chase us down the slopes to make it more thrilling. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Nobody from here showed up. Didn't you guys get my invitation?

You forgot to send a mapquest! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Glad you had fun...

Sounds cold!!

Cold here too...

Only 63 tomorrow!!

Brrr! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby,

I have a paper eater here too. Thought about just giving her a few boxes of Kleenex for Xmas.

You're the mayor and you can't find me? Yep, it's I-ville.

Dobie, the thought of snow at this time of the year in this part of the world - I laugh, ha!

We do have big sharks though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Speaking of weather etc have you all heard about the terrible earthquake in southern Asia. I know that Anyname and Tummytuck are both in that part of the world and hope they're doing ok.

Jen

I suppose I could ping your IP address and find you that way... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kinda takes the fun out of an invite though! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just follow the smell of hot chocolate.

Geez, Robby, can you do that????

I'll never tell!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

But I've seen it done!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Come on LINY, I can see you lurking.

Don't be shy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Dobie, this is such a rude question on Idiotville where there are no labels like WS and BS, but I've forgotten which you are and I remember you posting ages ago when I was still a lurker and hadn't got the guts to post yet.

Jen

Liny's here?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

**YAWN**

Look at the time!!

Time to hit the sack!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good Night Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LMAO.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

At least Bob's not here so they can't talk on and on about music from the 80s. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen,

FBS, almost two years into recovery. You'd have to go way back for my story. H had multiple A's while deployed, one of which he actually cared about. Classic military attitude of "what she doesn't know won't hurt her". He underestimated my intelligence gathering ability. After confronting him he made a huge 180 in many ways and I think he may be even better than the man I originally fell in love with.

Dobie

Is 30s music ok? I'm on a major Billie Holiday kick today.

Thanks Dobie for sharing, it's sort of one of the things we love about I'ville - no labels, just a lot of support and friendship, BS and WS alike.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 ok my gift to Liny:

If you walk into a bathroom as an American and if you walk out of the bathroom as an American what are you while in the bathroom?

answer: A European! <hr /></blockquote>Shouldn't that be brown's present?!?!?!?

Hiya idiots! Dobie--only got my invite now---hmmmm....how curious I get it after all of tge fun! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

MIF--was that a post-by or what?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />He stopped at the barn to pick it up...<hr /></blockquote>What? A pile of more ********? Some horseshoes for his girlfriend? Why did he go there?!?!?!?
{{{starz}}}
I am not an expert and don't pretend to be, but what kind of plan you got going? Deadlines? Ah, heck...just try and have a goodmtime in Biloxi and leave the blues home. (I'm baaaaaaaack!)

Snow? SNOW? Under a WSW right now--4-8 inches. (Keep the comments to yourselves! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ) Although right now there's about 4-5 inches.

Ho, hum. Back to work tommorrow. (Probably find out about "the" decision this week.)

Robby--and yours must have been pretty good if robby jr's was, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Cya later idiots!

[ December 27, 2004, 09:43 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I love it because the people here make me look smart in comparison. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />**YAWN**<hr /></blockquote>{stuffing fruit cake in Robby's mouth}

And you laugh, .?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dobie, you have NO idea how Liny and Bob go on about their music (punk from the 80s). It goes for pages. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

My H loves 30s music - all the old Blues guys - Robert Johnson, Mississippi someone or other, Blind Willie McTell - he's got them all. And the later guys, John Mayall, Eric Clapton as well.

I think it's time for me to take some aspirin for my bruised shins (smacked them while leaping through the air on the sled) and go to bed. I have my core temp back up and now I'm TIRED!

Night all!

FYI, ., one of my favorite albums is Eric Clapton's, the one he did a few years back of all "old" songs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Is it something I said (or didn't) dobie?!?!?!?

Well, have a good nite! (Glad ya had fun tonite!--but jealous--no good hills on the Island, 'cept on north shore where the glaciers left their deposits.) Wow, I could be so boring sometimes, huh?

Oops, Liny's here and we were talking about him. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yep, Eric Clapton's pretty cool. Needless to say the iPod plays him quite a lot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Dobie I read your remark and thinking Heeeeeyyy, should I be offended? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

.

Well, you COULD be but we never think you are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

2Long, I DON'T believe it!!!!!!

Lurking on I'ville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Jen

Hey ol2! (Boy ., ya really have your eyes open tonight!)

Yep, I saw there were 15 visitors to our little town and one of them is ol' 2long.

Now we've got White Stripes blasting out of the stereo.

We have very broad taste in music. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

.

'night to Iville NS (and lurkers)did we scare MIF? off??? Can't admit to 3 idiot things? I overstuffed the washer tonight and flooded the laundry room. Yep, I am an idiot.

night

Not as bad as the time brown and I lived in Baltimore in a townhouse--next door neighbor filled her dishwasher with laundry soap and (regular) dish detergent. Do I need to tell ya what happened?!?!?!

Nite ff.

Just checked out that site dobie responded to on MIF?'s thread, manhaters.com. The statistics are mindboggling. Then checked out some of the forums as well as ihatewomen.com. ***VERY*** disturbing stuff. Wow. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen, you couldn't kill my thread. It's immortal! Or on life support, not sure.

Love the White Stripes. I was an early adopter with those two.

And a late adopter of The Flaming Lips. A band I always liked but held at arms' length for years, waiting for a time when I couldn't find anything new to get into. And now I've finally allowed them into my world. What a great band.

Even if you're not into them, how can anybody not like "Do You Realize"?

Nighty night,

GC

Hey GC. (Hope your Christmas went OK.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />A band I always liked but held at arms' length for years, waiting for a time when I couldn't find anything new to get into.<hr /></blockquote>Probably a good thing--they are a little insane, so it seems! (But--very good.)

(Most overrated band? Yup...you got it...White Stripes. Yech!)

Watch me get in trouble, LINY.

Speaking of overrated... what do y'all like so much about Eric Clapton?

GC

Well ., even though f-again, gc and ff are still lurking (or never signed off), it seems to be just you and I. And I just realized how late it is! (Checked the snow--about 5-6 inches now.) Anyhoo, have a great nite .! (And anybody else "left"!)

HA! LOL! (and ducking!)

Nite gc!

Oh, and john, will ya clean your car already?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

LINY? You there? I just finished posting on my XMAS from hel!! Just kept trying to keep form being so down in the dumps. I hate that!.

I'm here (still!) I started reading some other threads...then saw yours--I responded. It took a heart-to-heart from brown with mom for her to fully understand this whole g thing. Don't know if it would work. Don't know what her morales are. Sometimes "protecting" a child (like she thinks she is doing) superceds the morales. Warped, but, I think true sometimes.

Hi, LINY. Thanks for responding. I answered. Just really feeling sorry for myself tonight. Ss goes home tomorrow. DD12 is skiing and will go over to live with WH in 2 days. ANd I will be here for at the least next 2 weeks. By myself with no money and just my thoughts. YIKES!

Thank Goodness for MBs, I would be even lower. You said gerth in your response. Do you think I'm fat? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I am 5'9 and about 135. See me turning sideways? Bad joke but I'm am crawling back up.

Wait until the mayor reads this tommorrow!!! I'm rubbing off on you now too!!! (I, of course, think it's a good thing! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

OK...really really gotta go sleepies now. (3am! AAGGHHHH!)

Have (try to) a good nite!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Hehehe!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> DD3 was just laughing in her sleep! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Me too. Good night I'ville. Same time same station tomorrow. God Bless.

G'nite aw! I see you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hope everyone has a great day!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Do you think I'm fat? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I am 5'9 and about 135.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Guess we know who's going to be on the program for the New Year. Just stay focused, you can do it!! All you have to do is lose 1 pound a week in 2005. Keep it up and you'll be at your ideal weight just in time for Christmas!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Understatement of the Year

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Wow, I can be so boring sometimes, huh? <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning Robby, I have decided that I will consider losing MORE than a pound a week in the New Year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Since WH is about 220 pounds and OW weighs at the least 150, I am determined to lose at the very least,150 pounds by Christmas next year! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AM I funny yet?

Corrected spelling only, Honest!

[ December 27, 2004, 07:42 AM: Message edited by: fightingalone-again ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
AM I funny yet?
<hr /></blockquote>Not so much!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

As for your much needed weight loss...

You can do it !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Editing for spelling is not allowed...

Be proud...

Let your inner Idiot shine!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey FAA,

As the Mayor I meet alot of people.

If you want help with your 150 lbs you want to "lose"... I know a guy... who knows a guy... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Weight loss is instant and it stays off!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning Idiotville! Reading 10 pages is tiring. And now I don't remember what I wanted to say. Guess, I'll go work on the shed. Somehow, we missed out on LINY's snow. Did get an email from FIL who said it snowed on the way home (he lives on the eastern half of this state). Oh well, have a great day all.

'morning Iville. Geez NS sloughing off again, eh? Good thing cuz I don't have time to read pages and pages. Hey GC, I think Eric Clapton's early stuff is overrated. Like his more mature work though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Understatement of the Year

quote:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Originally posted by LINY:
Wow, I can be so boring sometimes, huh? <hr /></blockquote>LMAO! (and after the past few days I could stand to lose some of it! Thanks Robby.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 LMAO! (and after the past few days I could stand to lose some of it! Thanks Robby. <hr /></blockquote>Great!

Another candidate for The Mayor's New Year Weight Loss Program!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How tall are you?

Hey robby...where's that emoticon with the middle finger sticking up?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (You remind me too much of my older brother!)

Morning I-ville. Back to work later. (Delayed opening the building for brown, though. She only just left.

Anyway, have a good day everyone! Gotta go find out how much snow we ended up with.

5'5 when I am wearing shoes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Got to get back to Curves and stop eating all the yummy junk in my house. What's the mayors weight loss program?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />What's the mayors weight loss program?<hr /></blockquote>Be afraid...Be VERY afraid!!!!!

Vent in progress: WTF is it with these MIL's?!?!?!?!? I know, my MIL is VERY far from perfect--hell, she was a big conributing factor of why brown was depressed and went though her mental breakdown...BUT, WTF?!?!?!? Enabling affairs?!?!?!? *W*T*F*?!?!!??
Vent over.

Robbby, I LIKE your weight loss program. Does this include Starz? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> He he he. I am not into violence. Too bad, though.

I was thinking of an abra cadabra. Waving my hands and Poof! OW gone forever. Ah, to dream.

Morning LINY. NOt my MIL. I feel sorry for her. I really do. I am not even angry. Just hurt. It must be so hard to deal with a S like WH. And not being able to stop yourself from rescuing him. Even when it hurts him more in the long run.

But that is not problem it is hers. ANd I won't waste my time with her issues. I have enough of my own to deal with.!

Coffee anyone?

evening ...whoops I mean morning for most of you Idjuts in the Northern Hemp.lol
time zones can be confusing sometimes <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

FAA quick gimme a coffee before anyone stops you...MMmm black strong REAL coffee mmmmm what a great smell, freshly ground, earthy bean mix mmmm looking quickly around ..just drop that double cream into it for something different.... now THATS rich. wow really enjoying that!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Is everyone at work over there yet or do you have public holidays likew e do until Wednesday??

AW, here you go. Freshly ground. Is there any other way? I am Canadian so we had Boxing Day yesterdaly like you. And we are all closed until tomorrow as well.

Well FAA the shops are SUPPOSED to be closed but I see Cloes-Myers are open in all the cities and advertising like crazy!!

So much for Public Holidays!!

I guess they must think it is worth it to pay everyone double time to be open.......... I mean is it so hard to stay awaay from all the after Xmas bargains for one more day?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ahhh yes well if I put it THAT way <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> LOL

FAA thanks for the coffee yum yum I LOVE it.....supposed to be giving it up for the baby but hey one every now & then cant hurt can it??..

Of course we dont need to tell my Sis the doctor about it do we...lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 27, 2004, 09:53 AM: Message edited by: aussieswife ]

evening to you AW. Yep, back to work today. I should be there right now but woke up with a migraine so I'm moving slow. Just about to get ready to go. DD already gone to grandma's for the day and DS will go to daycare. How are you feeling? Taking care of yourself I hope.

{{AW}} {{FA-A}}

Hey starz and .: Killed three threads today! Since I am NOT funny, can i be an honorary member of the TKC?!?!?!?

{snatching the coffee away from AW}

Well, gotta write my letter(s) to the boys--laying down the law once again (and for the last time--with deadlines.)

Have a great day idiots!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
What's the mayors weight loss program? <hr /></blockquote>Ok, at 5'5" your medical ideal weight is between 114 & 150. According to all of the womens magazine crap you gals read you should be about 85 lbs...

The Mayor's New Year Weight Loss Program is very strict and very expen$ive!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> But VERY worth it too! Just name your desired weight and time frame and The Mayor's New Year Weight Loss Program will custom tailor a diet and exercise regiment just for you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

If you decide to go with the super dexule model weight of 85 lbs we need to get started right away!!

Step 1...

Start smoking...

All models smoke!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Well, gotta write my letter(s) to the boys--laying down the law once again (and for the last time--with deadlines.)

<hr /></blockquote>When are you going to implement plan BP? Talking to your boys is like talking to fogged out WS. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Did I get enough emoticons in there mayor?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Ok, since I gave up smoking almost 18 years ago I think I will opt for the regular program not the super deluxe. My weight now...ummmm...about 140. Ideal weight? well for my frame I would say about 125. Going to start back at Curves today. I think I have been eating junk food to make up for the lack of SF. Both my H and I are getting too paunch looking these days. Being over 40 doesn't help either.

LIny hand that coffee back buster... Lol

Ah... child talk ...the old one word from me and they do what they want sort of thing?? Boys are worst in the keeping clean the rooms and themselves, girls in accepting restrictions on where & when they can go out.

Just think. I get to do it ALL over again.... I wonder if I'll get it right THIS time?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well I'll be a lot more relaxed this time. No more or else demands when they are older teenagers. Thats like daring them to do it.

BIL has caught on well....boys wont wash, he says let them stink. it will only last until the first girl says something about them smelling...heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Of course Aussie is no saint there either when it comes to being tidy. he undresses as he walks and drops his gear along the way. Never been able to break him of the habit. Muddy boots, BDU's stinky ones of course. Its the ones he has full of ticks and fleas that really annoy me, I mean he could have got it treated at the barracks first you would think??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Oh and speaking of Aussie, that leg of his...he got it looked at today FINALLY.. he has a hairline fracture running from his ankle to his knee and he wonders why it was hurting!!
So plaster or brace for 6 weeks by the look of it unless they want to cut him open and pin it.... quote from the man himself 'not letting any damn F**** Quack take a F***** knife to me unless I'm F****** dying" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
isnt that a very adult attitude I say to myself...oops did I type that out???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW--I can't believe he was walking around on a fracture! Men! (sorry Liny, RH and rest of you men) How are YOU feeling?

Gee, AW, you could write a book about that man of yours. LMAO.

OK, Mr Mayor, I already smoke, so what do I do next on the Mayor's Weight Loss Plan.

FF I'm feeling ok, not puking much except with tomatoes....... saltines seem to work wonders! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

But cramp. it hits me in the morning like on a timer. Left leg and thigh , need more salt I think.

A book on Aussie? Now that would be something. Maybe I could title it 'The self destructive behaviour of reurned soldiers' or 'Are men born this way or what?' heh heh heh sorry guys but.... LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But I do so wish he would go to bed right now. Its 2.40 in the morning and I'm stuffed - thats totally tired - and hes walking on his leg when he should be resting it!!

I wonder if I should just ask him to come and cuddle me in bed for a while? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW--here's one for your man:

A man and a woman are driving down the same road at the same time.
As they pass each other the woman leans out the window, points and yells, â€œPIG! â€

The man immediately leans out his window, shakes his fist and shouts back, â€œWITCH!"

They each continue on their way, and as the man rounds the next corner, he slams into a pig that had wandered into the middle of the road.

If only men would listen

10 Things Men Won't Say

Let's watch Lifetime!
Sex is overrated.
I don't want to go too far on the first date.
Yes, I did notice your sister's breasts are bigger than yours.
There is nothing I like better than crawling into bed with a good book.
I'm glad I don't have a large p*nis.
My hips are too big.
Aw, can't we watch Oprah?
Does this suit make me look fat?
I'll never get tired listening to Celine Dion.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 OK, Mr Mayor, I already smoke, so what do I do next on the Mayor's Weight Loss Plan. <hr /></blockquote>Pay the monthly fee, of course!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How tall are you?

ok one more...I promise this is the last today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Indecent Exposure

A blonde is walking down the street with her blouse open, exposing one of her breasts.
A nearby policeman approaches her and remarks, "Ma'am, are you aware that I could cite you for indecent exposure?"

"Why, officer?" asks the blonde.

"Because your blouse is open and your breast is exposed."

"Oh my goodness," exclaims the blonde, "I left my baby on the bus!"

hehehehehe loves those FF just so 'Liny' LMAO.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well men may be from Mars, but you still cant dip them in batter and deep fry them......though there are times when... LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well FINALLY!! Hes ready for bed.

'Oh its nearly 4.00am shouldnt you be in bed??? You need all the rest you can get you know!'
WTH ??? CAN YOU BELIEVE IT ???

ARGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

now what is it IC said......1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ..........calm girl think of nice still lake ..calm 102 103 104 ... there ok now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Night all ..... no LB's , no Lb's, No LB's......

night AW. Sweet dreams.

Night AW.

FF, STOP, STOP..... ARRRRRGGGGHHHHH.

Robby, I'm 5'5" and I'm not telling what I weigh. During the Infidelity Plan Diet I got so skinny people thought I was seriously ill but I've put on "a bit" since then.

I knew there'd be a catch to the Mayor's Weight Loss Plan and I knew it'd be MONEY.

Jen

Robby, did you get the payment I emailed you? Ready to start the mayors weight loss program. I figure a cyber diet deserves cyber money. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> FF, STOP, STOP..... ARRRRRGGGGHHHHH.

<hr /></blockquote>oh come on Jen...I need some laughs and Liny lost his funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby, I'm 5'5" and I'm not telling what I weigh. During the Infidelity Plan Diet I got so skinny people thought I was seriously ill but I've put on "a bit" since then.

<hr /></blockquote>If I can publicly embarrass myself by giving my weight away then you can too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 I figure a cyber diet deserves cyber money. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Guess again!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

No real, customized, one-of-a-kind diet regiment without REAL money!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Remember...

You get what you pay for...

and you pay for what you get!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

D'ya think Liny ever had his funny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Although, the Biloxi blues thingy WAS quite amusing.

What a good idea - I'll send Robby some cyber money too.

Jen

Paypal is accepted!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
I'll send Robby some cyber money too.
<hr /></blockquote>Serious inquiries only please!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 27, 2004, 02:23 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Robby, Har Hardy Har. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

All right FF, if you insist. I weigh 156 and during the A I weighed 136. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen

Oh my gosh Robby, ROTFLMAO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

shoot Jen, pre A I weighed about 150. I lost 20 lbs during the A and gained at least 10 back. I was doing really good working out at Curves until the Holiday season kicked in last month. Now I am creeping back up the scales.

The Har Hardy Har was for Paypal.

The Ebay thing is HILARIOUS. ROFLMAO. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

FF, I could go on about weight all day.

Oooh, I just thought of something. I was a very skinny teenager and just recently my sister (who is very overweight) accused me of being skinny then so I would get my parents' approval and make her look bad. WTH??? Maybe I was skinny because I spent all my time swimming, sailing, walking, playing tennis etc etc.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen

Sooo....it is your fault she is overweight? Or your fault "mom likes you best"?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Funnily enough, both. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

You know those families where there's a smart one and a pretty one (not saying I'm pretty but you get the picture). That was us. I was always given the impression that I didn't need to be or could ever be as smart (intelligent) as my sister.

Gee, FF, I hate opening this can of worms. It goes very deep.

Back to Robby's weight loss plan. Us conflict avoiders would much rather keep things light. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

That ok Jen. I understand, came from a pretty mixed up family myself. My mom left my F for OM. She has been M'd to him now for over 25 years. Funny thing is the resentment from us kids has never stopped. We try but ugghh what ugliness. And to think I almost followed in her footsteps.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Boy, you can get any kind of junk on Ebay! That's too inventive. I'm beginning to think our Mayor is a ringer and doesn't really belong with us idiots.

Time for another of your terrible jokes I think. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Did you hear about the dyslexic devil worshipper?
He sold his soul to Santa.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What is red and green and goes 100 miles an hour?
A frog in a blender

ok Jen you started it...

A 70-year-old man went to the doctor's for a physical. The doctor ran some tests and said to the man, "Well, everything seems to be in top condition physically, but what about mentally? How is your connection with God?"
And the man answered, "Oh me and God? We have a really tight bond, he's so good to me. Every night when I have to get up to go to the bathroom, he turns on the light for me, and then, when I leave, he turns it back off."

The Doctor was astonished. He called the man's wife and said, "I'd like to speak to you about your husband's connection with God. He claims that every night when he needs to use the restroom, God turns on the light for him and turns it off for him again when he leaves. Is this true?"

And she said, "That idiot, he's been peeing in the refrigerator!"

Hee hee, FF.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Gotta go, see you Idiots later.

Jen

As a counterpoint to ff's.

How about the agnostic dyslexic insomniac?

He stayed up all night wondering if there really was a Dog.

Hey FF and Dobie and I can't forget RObby.

Okay admit it, Only RObby got what I was saying right? I want to lose about 150 pounds. I weigh about 135 and am 5'9". [b]BUT[/b} OW weighs around 150. Get it? HUH? HUH?

Robby that's why you're the mayor. I bow to you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sorry FA-A, I DID get it just forgot to mention it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Yes, I love the mayors diet but my weight was lost once NC started. (good thing too as FOW is pg and gaining weight)

The ebay thing was too clever though!! I can't believe they didn't shut you down. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FA-A you are too thin! Want to go on my holiday weight gain diet?

By the way Starz, I think Robby is taking over your job! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hey FF. I hadn't clicked on the ebay link OMG. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I would love to gain about 10 pounds but that owuld mean I would have to cook for myself and eat. Everything tastes like cardboard. I need a personal chef/nag that will make sure I eat. Hey a new position.

Got any snacks? SOmething spicey sound good. Or maybe beer? It's 2pm here. That is past noon so I'm good. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Robby,

Put a counter on that Ebay auction and see how many hits it gets. Cool.

RH

FF: Ok, thanks for asking. I go for an MRI tomorrow, though it feels much better now (of course).

Ok, N/S here's the baton, catch....

Hello all. Hope everyone is well. I havent gone back and read everything today, whats with the diet?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 By the way Starz, I think Robby is taking over your job! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Are you kidding? Who do you think I would subcontract the job to ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Hey Robby,

Put a counter on that Ebay auction and see how many hits it gets. Cool.

RH <hr /></blockquote>Hey RH,

I changed it but it didn't change!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

WTF???

John, Robby's diet is going to help FA-A lose about 150lbs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Go back a couple pages to his ebay link.

This all makes me think of the dramatic diet I had many years ago when I divorced my first husband. I have no idea how many pounds of disgusting, revolting flesh I lost.

XH - 230 lbs
OW - 150 lbs
OOWs? - ???
1 ton of stress
1/2 ton of disfunction
1/2 ton of fear

The list goes on...

Robby - I tried to bid on the diet - but it was already up to $1,000. Too expensive for me. Actually I wanted it for my WS. Everyone always thinks the BS got fat. But in our case, I am 5'7" and weigh 130. My WH is 6' and weighs in at 260.

Yep you are right. SF got to be a drag. I was like being crushed all of the time.

Im not touching that one believer.

Hey, I wonder, I need to lose about 240 pounds, will it work for me too?

believer,

There aren't any bids... yet!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

$1000 is the minimun bid for The Mayor's New Year Weight Loss Program!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Best New Year's Resolution

I'll laugh my butt off if someone actually bids on it in earnest.

Just click "Buy it now"!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yeah. I'll see if I can get a home equity loan for it.

Let's see, that works out to be about a grand or two for each pound I think I should lose. I'm sitting on some expensive real estate!

Love the diet plan Robby ........LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

As for bidding on it...if someone can sell their granddads ghost for $25,000 then I dont see why not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But I NEED a weight gain diet right now and so does Aussie.

Lets see 5'7 & 128 is way too low for me so I guess the Chocolate plan is for me!!
Swiss choc's followed by Belguim Truffles yummy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
(I'm actually showing quite a bit right now for only 7 weeks.)

Aussie's decided that beer will solve all his issues including weight loss ... not sure about that one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

A man and a woman who have never met before find themselves in the same sleeping carriage of a train.
After the initial embarrassment they both go to sleep, the woman on the top bunk, the man on the lower.
In the middle of the night the woman leans over, wakes the man and says, "I''m sorry to bother you, but I'm awfully cold and I was wondering if you could possibly get me another blanket."
The man leans out and, with a glint in his eye, says, "I''ve got a better idea... just for tonight, let's pretend we''re married."
The woman thinks for a moment. "Not too sure about that, what do you mean?" she nervously asks.

As the tension mounts the man sleepily replies,.............

"Get your own damn blanket!"

hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW,

I'd be happy to give you my five to ten pounds. That's a $10,000 value. I'm the same height as you, so I think it'll look good on you.

Dobie

Hey, Robbie, FF, believer, Dobie, AW is this the night crew already.

RObby you gave me grief cause I edited for spelling and 2 posts later you did! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> That' not fair. WAAAA.

AW, chocolate sounds alomst good. I have the BEST recipe for a Belgian CHocolate Ganache with Pecan Crust and Burnt Caramel sauce that is to die for.

BUt, for me, a lobster tail and drawn lemon butter sounds way better.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 AW, chocolate sounds alomst good. I have the BEST recipe for a Belgian CHocolate Ganache with Pecan Crust and Burnt Caramel sauce that is to die for.

BUt, for me, a lobster tail and drawn lemon butter sounds way better. <hr /></blockquote>I'll have both, thank you.

I didn't edit for spelling...

I edited the link...

That is allowed!

Check the bi-laws!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh my

blushing with embarrassment <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

I had that last night for tea....crayfish in garlic butter, prawns in white wine and pasta and chicken in mamas sauce - though the pasta sauce made me a bit icky - then I had chocolate......... who been telling???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

the crayfish was just so yum, with lots of salt and bit of lime added

Very generous offer dobie.......LOL Ta but no thanks he he he

I'll just have to 'suffer' the chocolates & crayfish, prawns in creamy sauces ohhh its hard but I just gotta do it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Beer, mmmmm. Sierra Nevada has been cheap lately. Had it for dinner!

Just started thinking about New Year's. Not good. It was in one way bigger than Xmas for the sparrow and me, because we didn't celebrate it in the shadow of our parents. We had a party every year, and lots of people always came.

So even if I don't want this divorce, would it be crude for me to throw a kegger when the thing is final?

GC

Hi GC

well my opinion is ...........if it helps make YOU feel better and you have friends around with you to enjoy their company I think its perfectly ok.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

of course I expect a beer if the Baby is born by then and lots of salty nuts and crisps to go with it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> in fact if you have the nuts and crisps now pls email asap heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Crisps? JK.

AW, I want some a them sea bugs you was eatin'.

We can actually get halfway edible ones here in the middle of the continent in these modern times, but cha-ching!

GC

well we pat $10 to $12 for them - about $6 US - & think we are ripped off.

We go down to the fishing boat harbour in Fremantle & buy direct from the boats but you get them everywhere for around the same price.

We also get what we call sea bugs which look like fishy cockroaches but tastes so yummy about half the size of a cray.....love them ..used to get them free once up North when they didn't bother with them..they do now seeing that they run out at $40 a kilo <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Check the bi-laws!! <hr /></blockquote>Me thinks the bylaws are whatever Robby says goes! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW (in her best stern mommy voice)lay off the chocolate! Not good for the baby and the diabetes ya know! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Is Aussie still walking around on his fractured leg? My goodness what a tough nut he is! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

I think I spent too much time here today! Didn't get too much work done and I know there is sink full of dishes...

Seriously though, my H went over to his friends house tonight that enabled his A. Big time trigger for me. He swears he won't be long and it means nothing as far as the A is concerned. I called him when he got there and he did answer his cell. I could here his friend in the background. So I feel ok. Heck when does this stuff go away??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Yikes FF sorry to hear of that trigger.
I couldn't even enter the old office until Aussie came with me and do you think he was happy about that?
As bad as it was for me it must of been horrible for him. But the dear man came anyway <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

the choc's I have are supposed to be ok.....says suitable for diabetic patients on the pack...no sugar and low fat apparently.....but they taste surprisingly ok. Double the price though. From Switzerland - (though I admit I did pinch one normal choc as well)

Yes he is and can't understand why I am annoyed at him for it. Apparently I 'don't understand' and his need to walk it off.
So I am keeping quiet as he grunts and groans until tomorrow when he has to have the either the plaster or leg strut frame clamped on. Odds on for the clamp but if I had my way it would be plaster, so he couldn't move for a while.
So I just keep biting my tongue <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

And I also need all the IC as well you know .. I mean why else would I stay up all night as he wanders around??? He can't understand it!
I mean there NOTHING wrong with him at all don't you know
Ho hum <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Welll before I say something I'll regret here is the other side of MC work.....

After just a few years of marriage, filled with constant arguments, a young man and his wife decided the only way to save their marriage was to try counselling.

When they arrived at the counsellorâ€™s office, the counsellor jumped right in and opened the floor for discussion. "What seems to be the problem?" The wife began talking describing all the wrongs within their marriage.

After 15 minutes of listening to the wife, the counsellor went over to her, picked her up by her shoulders, kissed her passionately for several minutes, and sat her back down. Afterwards, the wife sat there speechless.

He looked over at the husband who was staring in disbelief at what had happened. The counsellor spoke to the husband, "Your wife NEEDS that at least twice a week!"

The husband scratched his head and replied, "I can have her here on Mondays and Thursdays."

LMAO heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

My idiots have made me very proud today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />hehehehehe loves those FF just so 'Liny' LMAO...<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />So even if I don't want this divorce, would it be crude for me to throw a kegger when the thing is final?<hr /></blockquote>Hell ya!!! If oyu want this party and can "handle" it, go for it!!!!

Well, it's almost 4. Wasted my time posting to that boob. Anyway, nite nite all!

oh, Robby...speaking of $$...any word on those jobs yet? (I'll look for yer answers tommorrow.)

Morning I'ville. Anyone else up? Yawn, had my mocha coffee and putting on my armour. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Strange threads, eh? LINY I saw your wasted effort. That one creeps me out!

Well, we're off for Biloxi this a.m. I have written down what page we're on, so I can catch up when I get back. Probably on New Years.

Wish me luck.
Wish me peace.
Wish me no LBs.
Wish me a little love.
Wish me a little fun.
Wish me ....

starz,

Good luck luck.
Hope you find peace.
NO LBs.
Get a little love.
Have a lotta fun!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

praying for ya Starz. Enjoy youself!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We can actually get halfway edible ones here in the middle of the continent in these modern times, but cha-ching!
<hr /></blockquote>Um, hello! You can fish for them yourself! They love hotdogs! I love crawdaddies - and they make fun pets, too!

LMAO!

'morning Iville. Hey Robby and FA-A. coffee? sure make mine a strong one this morning. So what thread was Liny talking about? Curious minds want to know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Had a bit of a painful talk with my H last night. He seemed ok this morning. I hope so. I can't keep all this in, I am at the point where I have to be honest about my feelings hopefully without LB's but there were a couple (sheepishly admitting) <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Hows everyone today? Robby any word on the job in Fl?

Kimmy!!!! You're back! How was your Christmas?? Wow, it is POURING rain here this morning. I can't believe that all night and now this am we are getting torrential rain! This is So. Cal, we dont get rain?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Ok, so I answered my own question. Liny, Weaver and everyone else in idiotville please don't waste any time on that guy. I feel bad that I believed his pain in the beginning and that BP spent hours on him. Yes, I see some changes in him but the guy has problems well beyond what this board can offer. I stopped posting on recovery because he offended me and now I don't feel safe here on GQ for the same reason. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Ok enough seriousness. Liny, jokes please!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Liny, jokes please!
<hr /></blockquote>What? Brown got LINY some funny for Christmas? That is berry, berry good! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin' FF. I don't do coffee, but have my first diet DP of the day (of the week, actually - ds#1 drank all my pop while he was here!)! Cheers!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> What? Brown got LINY some funny for Christmas? That is berry, berry good! <hr /></blockquote>No evidence of such yet, but I keep hoping. After all I am an idiot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ahemm..Mr. Mayor I would like to lodge a complaint! Those idiots that waxed the floors here in Iville didn't do a very good job. I keep getting logged out EVERY time I post!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> Can you get a refund? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

DD, I hope the little rock star, and all the rest, had a fun Xmas.

Okay Kimmy - how about some cheap decorating advice. I have a little bungalow, you know - arts & crafts, oak arches and crowns, all that. I built a bench to go by my front door. Now I need a cheap rug, like 3' x 10'. Something for in front of the door and under the bench for dirty boots (my favorite Sonic Youth song BTW).

GC

GC, what year was your bunaglow built? Our house is 1918 and I just love all the moldings and built-ins in our place. We have been adding on a story addition and the contractor did a lovely job of duplicating all the beautiful craftsman like features on the outside. The finish carpenter is making the moldings on site to match the existing moldings. Love these old houses.

Guy walks into a bar, surrounded by the most beautiful models and stars in the world. The shine from his bling bling is blinding! He walks over to the bar, snaps his fingers, and the ladies take off his fur coat. At the same time, Alittle guy hops from the floor, onto the stool, making his way to the bar counter. Plops himself down right in the middle of the complimentary peanuts and starts gnoshing away. Bartender comes over and the man says, "White Russian ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) for me and drinks are on the house!" The bartender turns away and gets pegged with a few peanuts. Upon returning, bartender says, that'll be $500--guy puts several $100 bills on the bar. While putting all of the drinks on the bar, the little guy starts tipping the drinks over one by one. Bling bling man says, "Ah don't worry. Just keep making more," and gets more $100 bills out. Bartender turns to the man and says, WOW! You are really something! You come in here with..." And the man finishes his sentence, "...The most beautiful women and the most money in the world." Out of nowhere, little guy starts telling everybody to go "F@#$ themselves." Bartender ignores and says to the man, "Wow. How did you manage that?" Bling bling says, "Well, ya see, I found this lantern and the genie granted me three wishes." Bartender says, "Lemme guess...Money, beatufil women...but I can't figure out the third!" Bling bling says, "You mean you haven't figured out the guy in the peanuts is my 12 inch pri@#?!?!?"

GOOD MORNING. IDIOTVILLE!!!!!!!

f-again and ff, you are probably right. He hit a nerve with me though. (Guess he "won." Couldn't resist to get sucked in. I, too, told Bob basically the exact same thing:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Yes, I see some changes in him but the guy has problems well beyond what this board can offer. <hr /></blockquote>BUT, ff, don't let this one guy stop you from posting because of hisignorance.

Anyway, hope you liked my joke.

{{{{de}}}}
How was your Christmas "break"?????

{{{starz}}}
Best wishes to ya. We'll be thinking/praying for you!

Gotta go check the other threads out. And get more coffee! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

A little laugh for my female friends here who know what it's all about:

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The first thing you should know is that hair removal is not my friend. The particular talent of removing unwanted hair has eluded me.. All methods have tricked me with their promises of easy, painless removal - the Epilady, the standard razor, the scissors, the Nair, the EpilStop, and now . . The Wax.

My night began as any other normal weekday night. I came home from work, fixed dinner for my son and we played for a while. I then had the thought that would ring painfully in my mind for the next couple hours: maybe I should use that wax in my medicine cabinet.

I set up my boy with a video and head to the site of my demise, um, I mean bathroom. It was one of those cold wax kits. No melting a clump of hot wax, you just rub the clear strips in your hand, peel them apart, press it on your leg (or wherever) and ignore the frantically rising crescendo of string instruments in the background. No muss, no fuss.

How hard can this be? I mean, I'm not the girly-est of girls but I'm mechanically inclined so maybe I can figure out how this works. You'd think.

So I pull one of the thin strips out. It's two strips facing each other, e stuck together. I'm supposed to rub it in my hand to warm and soften the wax (I'm guessing). I go one better: I pull out the hair dryer and heat the SOB to ten thousand degrees. Cold wax, my a$$.(Oh, how that phrase will come back to haunt me.) I lay the strip across my thigh. I hold the skin around it and pull. OK, so it wasn't the best feeling in the world, but it wasn't bad. I can do this! Hair removal no longer eludes me! I am Sheera, fighter of all wayward body hair and smooth skin extraordinaire!

With my next wax strip, I move north.

After checking on the boy and verifying that he was, in fact, becoming one with Bear and learning all about smells, I sneak into the bathroom for The Ultimate Hair Fighting Championship.

I drop my panties and place one foot on the toilet. Using the same procedure, I then apply the wax strip across the right side on my bikini line, covering the right half of my vagina and stretching up into the inside of the right a$$ cheek. Yeah, it was a long strip.

I inhale deeply. I brace myself. RRRIIIIPPP!!!!

I'm blind! Blind from the pain! Vision returning. Oh crap. I've managed to pull off half an inch of the strip. Another deep breath. And RIIIP! Everything is swirly and tie-dyed? Do I hear crashing drums? OK, coming back to normal again. I want to see my trophy - my wax covered pelt that caused me so much agony. I want to revel in the glory that is my triumph over body hair. I hold the wax strip like an Olympic gold medallist.

But why is there no hair on it? Why is the wax mostly gone? Where could the wax go, if not on the strip?

Slowly, I eased my head down, my foot still perched on the toilet. I see hair - the hair that should be on the strip. I touch. I feel. I am touching wax. I look to the ceiling and silently shout "nooooooo!!" And realize I have just begun living my own personal version of "The Tar Baby."

I peel my fingers off the softest, most sensitive part of my body that is now covered in cold wax and matted hair, and make the next big mistake - up until this point, you'll remember, I've had my foot on the toilet.

I know I need to move, to do something. So I put my foot down on the floor. And then I hear the slamming of the cell door. Vagina? Sealed shut. A$$? Sealed shut. A little voice in my head says "I hope you don't have to **** anytime soon. Your head just might pop off." I penguin walk around the bathroom trying desperately to figure out what I should do next. Hot water! Hot water melts wax! I'll run the hottest water I can stand and get in - the wax should melt and I can gently wipe it away, right?

Wrong. I get in the tub - the water is slightly hotter than is used to torture prisoners of war or sterilize surgical equipment. And I sit.

Now the only thing worse than having your goodies glued together is having them glued together and then glued to the bottom of a tub. In scalding hot water. Which, by the way, does not melt the cold wax.

So now I'm stuck to the tub. I call my friend, C, because she once dropped out of beauty school so surely she has some secret knowledge or trick to get wax off skin. It's never good to start a conversation with "So my [censored] and p***y are stuck to the tub." She doesn't have a trick. She does her best to suppress laughter. She wants to know exactly where the wax is on the a$$ - "Are we talking cheek or hole, here?" she asks. She isn't even trying to hide the giggles now.

I give her the run-down of the entire night. She tells me to call the number on the side of the box, but to have a good cover story for where the wax actually is. "You know that if we were working the help line at XX Wax Co. and somebody called with their entire crack sealed shut we'd just put them on hold then record the conversation for everyone we know. You're going to end up on a radio show or the internet if you tell them the truth. "

While we go through various solutions, I have resorted to scraping the wax off with a razor. Boy, nothing feels better to the girly goodies than covering them in wax, sticking them to a tub in super hot water and THEN dry shaving the sticky wax off!

In the middle of the conversaton (which has inexplicably turned to other subjects!) I find the little, beautiful saving grace that is the lotion provided with wax to remove the excess. I rub some in and start screaming "It's working! It's working!" I get hearty congratulations from C and we hang up.

I successfully remove all the wax and notice, to my dismay, that the hair is still there. So I shaved the damned stuff off. Hell, I was numb by that point anyway. And then I put the box of wax back in my medicine cabinet. Never know when a moustache might start to come in.

Tonight, I attempt hair dying.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> How was your Christmas?? <hr /></blockquote>I want to send a big thank you to all the snow fairies up north, Graycloud, Jelly, RH & NOW, LINY & Brown....everyone who gets to see the white fuzzy stuff that falls from the sky on a regular basis. Thank you so much for sending it to the coast of Texas. Our crappy little beach house by the sea got a foot Christmas Eve and it stayed Christmas day! It was the first time my youngest babies (ages 5 & 8) have seen it IRL! We had to drive north to San Antonio to get out of it (we were going there anyway to visit the inlaws).

- Kimmy

Ok some jokes as Liny is being a bit slack - all from AW's archive by the way so you can't blame me.............

A man left for work one Friday afternoon, but since it was payday, he stayed out the entire weekend partying with the boys and spending his entire pay instead of just going straight home. When he finally appeared at home on Sunday night, he was confronted by a very angry wife and a two-hour tirade befitting his actions. Finally his wife stopped the nagging and simply asked, "How would you like it if you didnâ€™t see me for two or three days?"

The man replied, "That would be fine with me."

Monday went by and he didnâ€™t see his wife. Tuesday and Wednesday came and went with the same results. Come Thursday, the swelling went down just enough that he could see her a little bit out of the corner of his left eye.

hahahaha yeah I resemble that...

Now Dealan-de bit of misunderstanding there AW was talking about ocean crayfish not freshwater or marron, though we love those as well, but the sea crayfish have a truly great flavour. Of course trying to get a taste of anything once AW sets her sight on it right now is a lost cause... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Crikey even the salad is just about all gone.!

All the best to you {{{starz}}},, have bit of all you mentioned ..gotta balance things you know...lol

Liny,

Never argue with a fool - they will drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now I need a cheap rug, like 3' x 10'. Something for in front of the door and under the bench for dirty boots (my favorite Sonic Youth song BTW).
<hr /></blockquote>Sonic Youth - OMGoodness! LMAO!

How about a braided rag rug from Trader Joes or World Market? They aren't that pricy, and are bright and cheery - they also wash in the washer well. They go with any rustic decor, too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 oh, Robby...speaking of $$...any word on those jobs yet? (I'll look for yer answers tommorrow.) <hr /></blockquote>Decision for FL job will be made the week of 1/03...

I'm flying to AZ the second week of Jan.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hey Kimmy

is there really such a thing as white falling stuff in the US?? Never seen there when I visited at all.

Spent a winter in some mountains in a country I deny I was in a little time ago & I been in New Zealand snow fields and Victorian Snowfields in Aust.

Are you sure Liny isnt pulling my leg??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now for more 'Linyism'

A husband and wife were shopping when the wife said, "Darling, its my motherâ€™s birthday tomorrow. What shall we buy for her?

She would like something electric."

The husband replied, "How about a chair?!?"

heh heh heh have to tell MIL that one!!!

Hey GC!

Good to see you again!

I won't offer any decorating advice... Think I'm a bit too contemporary for your tastes.

If you ever decide to go with stainless steel, rusted iron and glass block let me know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Have you met the fokkers?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />is there really such a thing as white falling stuff in the US?? <hr /></blockquote>Yes Aussie, there is fuzzy white stuff that falls from the sky in the US. I loathe and detest it. I keep moving further and further south to get away from it. The last I'd seen it was in Austin, TX in 1989. Damn stuff found me Christmas eve.

My kids loved it, though. I loved that they loved it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Next move: An oil rig in Gulfo de Mexico!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
[QB] <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now I need a cheap rug, like 3' x 10'. Something for in front of the door and under the bench for dirty boots (my favorite Sonic Youth song BTW).
<hr /></blockquote>Sonic Youth - OMGoodness! LMAO!<hr /></blockquote>Cartoon is mine! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Never argue with a fool - they will drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.<hr /></blockquote>Good advice! Like someone used my favorite: Take the shovel out of your hand, or, more to the point, Stop digging!

I have one more post to him--then I will stop. I'll be back!

PS A2--Hop on the LINY train anytime!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 A2--Hop on the LINY train anytime!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I really don't think this is appropriate for a Marriage Building site!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Have you met the fokkers?? <hr /></blockquote>Nuh, I usually call my staff sergeant that and he usually tells me to do it... great understanding don't you think??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Next move: An oil rig in Gulfo de Mexico! <hr /></blockquote>No need to get drastic... just move to Perth Western Australia ... lets see it was 104 today with around 87% humidity and its after midnight and still around 80 or so......and stinking uncomfortable as well.......but the air con is on.

Ah another AW joke... well I HOPE its a joke... because if my Princess is thunkin this way has she got another thought acoming....LOL

A girl has brought her fiance home for dinner. After dinner, the fiance and the girlâ€™s father go into the study for a man to man talk.
"So, what are you doing right now?" asks the father.
"I am a theology scholar," replies the fiance.
"Do you have any plans of employment?"
"I will study and God will provide."
"What about the children?" asks the man.
"God will provide."
"And your house and car?"
"Again, God will provide," says the fiance.
After the talk, the girlâ€™s mother asks the father, "So what did you two talk about?"
The man replies, "He has no plans of employment, but on the other hand, he thinks Iâ€™m God."

OK...for the very first time, I am confused by what robby has said:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />I really don't think this is appropriate for a Marriage Building site!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I was referring to my humour, or, as you would say, "What humour?!?!? LINY funny?!?!!?"

{scratching head}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> OK...for the very first time, I am confused by what robby has said:

quote:
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I really don't think this is appropriate for a Marriage Building site!!
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I was referring to my humour, or, as you would say, "What humour?!?!? LINY funny?!?!!?"

{scratching head}
<hr /></blockquote>Um hello?!?! LINY get your mind out of your head and back into the gutter where it belongs.

You said:

<blockquote>quote:<hr />PS A2--Hop on the LINY train anytime!!!!
<hr /></blockquote>So Robby said:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I really don't think this is appropriate for a Marriage Building site!!
<hr /></blockquote>It was a typical male on male reference....geez! You know, the things you guys say and do with each other to gross the wives out?!?

Get with it budro!

OMG!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

LMAO--embarrasedly!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 It was a typical male on male reference....geez! You know, the things you guys say and do with each other to gross the wives out?!?
<hr /></blockquote>LMAO Kimmy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Do all guys really do that?

Somehow thought I was unique!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kimmy says

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It was a typical male on male reference....geez! You know, the things you guys say and do with each other to gross the wives out?!? <hr /></blockquote>Hey look I would love to gross out the wives as much as the next man - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> - but I have no idea what's this is all about. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I'm very confused <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

My W just called me. For the second time in 2 weeks she has screwed up her finances and wants me to fix it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Not only that, she took the opportunity to bash me about my job sit and blame all of her problems on me!! Again!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

My IC told me I need to stop helping her. I'm allowing her to have the best of both worlds... the benefits of Robby without a committment to the M.

So she bashes and bashes and then has the balls to ask me what I'm going to do about it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I said "Nothing, do it yourself." so she transferred money out of our joint account AFTER informing me it was her money anyway.

It's not. I borrowed $200 from a good friend of mine in Ohio.

She's a user, plain and simple!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />LMAO Kimmy!!

Do all guys really do that?

Somehow thought I was unique!!
<hr /></blockquote>You are unique Robby - just not in that sense.

Poor Aussie. A man's man and he doesn't even know it. Tell me, luv, you've never made sexual innuendos to a buddy to gross out your wife? No? Liar. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Since I'm at work, would you drink a beer for me? I need one today.

Sorry Robby. I'm tired of my user, too. They hoover big time.

- Kimmy

Robby

sounds like you need to open a new non joint account mate.

Sorry to hear about the way you are asked for help.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey look I would love to gross out the wives as much as the next man - - but I have no idea what's this is all about. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I'm very confused<hr /></blockquote>WOW--Someone slower than me today! (sorry A2--you have an excuse, though--it's late for you!)

Robby--time for some MB talk. What is your plan? Yes, you are enabling her (and I know you have robby jr to think about to, but...)
Why do you two still have joint accounts? (I honestly thought it was "past" that point?)

Your whole sit--from your WW's POV, is really warped (and certainly correct me if I'm wrong): One of her biggest EN's is the whole money/job sit, right? So, she's "taking care of" the finances, but f@#$'s em up. Then she asks you for money. What am I missing here? Is this still fog talking?
{Idiot interuption} I just had three cigarettes burning at the same time, without realizing it. What an Idiot!
Now, if it is fog...(follow me), I have a lot of hope for you still. Because it is fog--and can be dissepated (sp). It's really not your wife doing this--she has been "abducted" as WAT says.

{WARNING: heart-to-heart proceeding!:}
Robby, use this site to your benefit and the good people who have been there, done that. I-ville is absolutely wonderful. Don't get me wrong. But you need a plan of action--for your own sanity and to protect that little one of yours. Why not ask this on a thread?

Regardless, ya got us. And I hate to see any Idiot hurting.

{robby}
Manly hug, of course. No train involved! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Anyway, we all can answer you on your thread, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby,

Hang fast, buddy. She's mad as heck at you for not enabling her. I think that's a good thing. A dose of reality is just what she needs.

Dobie

Hey Y'all!!

Robby - sorry it's going this way - I know Plan B is hard with Baby Bear involved, but, have you given it thought yet? I agree with your MC/IC - you are enabling, and she hasn't gotten the full concept of what she "wants" yet. OK, nuf 2x4'n - has your MWLP gotten any hits yet? too cute!

Starz - in case you get to pop back in - Hope it's a great Holiday for you and you get all you've dreamed of!

NG - Great to see you back - congrats on the snow thing - still waiting for it to reach here, praying it doesn't, all the same! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> After 3 hurricanes, the citrus has taken a hard hit already, I'm afraid snow would more than cripple it!

A2 - cute jokes! Oh, and I've heard that there is some of that white stuff here in the US, but I've not seen it either - not up close anyway! - I'm parallel to that oil rig in the Gulf that Kimmy's gonna move to! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW - Oh the foods you must be craving!! Only thing I couldn't eat when preggers was seafood - everything else was fair game! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

FAA, FF, Liny, Brown, RH, NOW, KiwiJ, KY, ST, HEEEY!!!

And, To the rest of Idiotville - hope you all had a great Christmas, and are on the way to a Happy New Year!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Tell me, luv, you've never made sexual innuendos to a buddy to gross out your wife? No? Liar. Since I'm at work, would you drink a beer for me? I need one today. <hr /></blockquote>Kimmy would I EVER do something like that ?? Only when totally off my face heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Happy to have a beer this fine morning for you, or two for that matter ...maybe three <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

OK WAKE UP you sloths

Liny type joke time...

An old couple were sitting on the porch one afternoon rocking in their rocking chairs. All the sudden the old man reaches over and slaps his wife.

She says, "Well what was that for?"

He says, "Thats for 30 years of rotten sex!"

She doesnâ€™t reply and they start rocking again.

All the sudden the old lady reaches up and slaps her husband twice.

He says, "Well what was that for?"

She says, "Thatâ€™s for knowing the difference!"

heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LOL!

OK...Mark me down for another 3 notches in the TKC!

May go in early tonight too....have the mgrs dinner tonight...if my asst mgr comes in, will leave early too--so I get to see my brown! (We are both in withdrawal after last night of me working and after being home for 1.5 weeks!)

Have a good day everyone! (Nite to you A2.)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Your whole sit--from your WW's POV, is really warped (and certainly correct me if I'm wrong): One of her biggest EN's is the whole money/job sit, right? So, she's "taking care of" the finances, but f@#$'s em up. Then she asks you for money. What am I missing here? Is this still fog talking?

...you need a plan of action--for your own sanity and to protect that little one of yours. Why not ask this on a thread?
<hr /></blockquote>Liny, you smoking fool... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

For what has to be at least the 3rd time...

W is not WW...

You are correct, sir. Financial Security seems to be my W's biggest EN. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I have a plan. I'm refining my plan. Working with IC, etc. Rome wasn't built in a day...

My sanity? Hogwash!! Lost it YEARS ago!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Start a thread?

Why would I start a thread when it takes a villiage? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A2--very funny jokes, thank AW for me. A2 you still walking around on that leg? Is the beer your painkiller? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Ok Liny you are on a comeback. More jokes please!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Never argue with a fool - they will drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience<hr /></blockquote>That is a keeper!

Kimmy, snow? wow, we had mid 70's on Christmas. My DD was outside riding her new electric scooter. Now of course we are in torrential rain.

Hey YL!

Robby, I agree with Liny. Use the MB resources and start your own thread. There are some great resources out there even though some slime can ruin it at times.

Liny, yes I know I shouldn't let him scare me off but he was really rude on a couple of posts. You really wrote some good stuff to him though. Hopefully someone will learn from all of this nonsense.

Hey I got em, so I'm smokin 'em!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />For what has to be at least the 3rd time...

W is not WW...<hr /></blockquote>I can't edit, therefore I could not correct my double punch of the "W." Foolowing the bi-laws, sir! (I'd have to sue myself, and that wouldn't be a pretty site!)

And, for the record, it was only once you had to correct me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Ok Liny you are on a comeback. More jokes please! <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I give up!

No disrespect meant Mayor sir. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
Robby, I agree with Liny. Use the MB resources and start your own thread. There are some great resources out there even though some slime can ruin it at times.
<hr /></blockquote>I'll stick with my IC, my supportive friends and Idiotville, thank you.

You guys are all pre-screened and slime-free!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I'll stick with my IC, my supportive friends and Idiotville, thank you.

You guys are all pre-screened and slime-free!!
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah. And our 2x4s are wrapped with nerf. Thwack! I'm ascared of dem other folks out there. A lot of them don't give a whit who they hurt.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 Yeah. And our 2x4s are wrapped with nerf. Thwack! I'm ascared of dem other folks out there. A lot of them don't give a whit who they hurt. <hr /></blockquote>Well said!!

Whack!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Besides, most of us here have had our shots.

Had our shots, been shot at, what's the difference? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yup, this is Idiotville! Glad we could help ya there Mayor Robby! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

W called and apologized for going off on me.

She said she's just frustrated by the whole thing and stressed about money.

I said I can appreciate that but she's not the only one who is frustrated or stressed...

At least she apologized!

Kimmy & YL, welcome back!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, sorry things are bad with you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

LINY, that was such a GOOD post of yours to you know who. I keep getting drawn to that post against my better judgement and it's like banging your head against a wall.

Good morning, to all the other Idiots. Jelly's been gone a while again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> A2--very funny jokes, thank AW for me. A2 you still walking around on that leg? Is the beer your painkiller? <hr /></blockquote>Well FF I always thought AW was a bit funny - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> - but when I say things like that for some reason she throws things at me ??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Well still limping, not much pain and beer kills anything... anyway Doc said the nerves are growing back slowly & thats why its not too painfull. Apparently they have to grow through little pipes within the leg before I can enjoy the return of real pain... ?????

More jokes ...........( how r Ya YL???)

When the husband was lying the wife removed his glasses. "You know, honey," she said sweetly, "Without your glasses you look like the same handsome young man I married."

"Honey," he replied with a grin, "Without my glasses, you still look pretty good too!"
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dobie, OMG I snorted tea out my nose <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I almost died laughing at your waxing incident. I can sooo relate. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

THe first time, I was helping a friend do a bikini wax. She was standing on the bathroom counter when I yanked. After screaming blue murder and falling off the counter,(as I LMAO) we realized that BOTH the wax AND the hair were still there. And me being a true I'ville resident, attempted the same thing on myself MORE THAN ONCE. Sheesh! I never got entirely stuck though.

It's the "will-knots" that got me. You know the clumps of waxy hair that will not go away. Oh and don't try shaving through wax. It doesn't work well. And cuts "down there" are VERY painful.

Robby, opinion please. I think that Dobie should be given a special I'ville medal. Her 3 things PLUS this one are worth at least 10 or the run-of-the-mill I'ville things. What would you suggest?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />W called and apologized for going off on me.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
(And I still meant what I said abouther being in the fog--regardless if she's the BS.)
Yuk! I hate those abbreviations.

Think I'm gonna go in early today...Gotta get ready...C'ya'll later!

WARNING: THE FOLLOWING ARE RE-RUNS FOR DOBIE AND ANYONE ELSE...

Day of Beauty link

Written 4/23/03 titled "Satanic Rituals"

Thought that would grab your attention. Well, you all remember my
post about my day of beauty. I've topped it. I've found you can
enjoy the feeling of being scraped off the ceiling by purchasing and
using your very own home waxing kit. Now. I live where it is
commonplace to visit the beach at least once a week. And I've been
religiously shaving "down there" in preparation for beach season. We
all know that shaving "down there" is awful in itself, what with the
stubblies and razor burn, the very last thing you want to do is bare
that tender skin to salt water (wince). So, I figure, I've squeezed
out 3 babies and survived all of them, I can wax, and I can do it
myself. I am an idiot. A certifiable idiot. I happily purchase the
innocous little box, not yet comprehending the evil it contained. I
innocently enter the bathroom and apply the little strips. Steeling
myself for the quick (I thought) pain, I grab and yank. A primordial
scream erupted, and I was startled to figure out that the scream came
from me. Hot fire made its way down my leg, and up my torso - at the
same time. I could not open my eyes for the pain. Certainly, all of
those wicked little hair were stuck to the strip...I only had one
other side to go. I steel myself and pry my eyes open to look at the
strip which I was certain would be covered with folicles.
Oh.....my......gawd! There were 6 hairs on the damn thing. SIX
friggin hairs. I look down there and I am BLEEDING. What insane,
woman hating, satanic, evil, warped little man thought this torture
up? I couldn't believe it. But do I stop...nope, cause certainly I
did it wrong...or I loosened the other hairs so they'll come off this
time. I reapply the strip (it was reusable, the horrible little box
said) and yank again. Gulls 5 miles away swarmed around the house to
see what was dying.

So the horrid little box is joining the very dusty Epilady on the
shelf (side note: I think the same sick little man invented the
Epilady), that I can't GIVE away and nobody will buy in a garage
sale - heaven knows it's a sin to throw anything away! I'm beginning
to think that I'll wear a shorts style swimsuit. Anyone know if Nair
works?

Now Kimmy, I'd pay to see such Goon Show entertainment like that ..LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well I'd climb over the fence any way....lol

And because Liny's gone early I think its falls on us to keep his funny standards as low as possible....

Once upon a time, there was a man who came home very late and very drunk every night. His wife decided to teach him a lesson, so she dressed up like Satan and hid in the dark to scare him when he got home.
When he finally came stumbling across the lawn, his wife jumped out in front of him and howled like a demon. He just looked at her and slurred, "You don't scare me; I'm married to your sister!"

For who ever cares: Nair DOES work. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy, I care! BUT, (knew that was coming right), I tried that and had a severe immediate reaction. Can we say blisters, uncontollable itching and pain, simultaneously? And it wasn't on my face, either! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Dobie, FA-A and Kimmy, you are KILLING me!! LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The best thing to use "down there" is one of those electric trimmers with the attachments. I swear you cannot hurt yourself and you get a very close trim without the itchiness of shaving. Uhum...ok probably too much information for the guys. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

A2, keep um coming. Yep, I bet when the "feelers" return you are REALLY going to need that beer and then some. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Take care of yourself so you will be in shape to care for the lovely woman of yours. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Robby, glad she apologized. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> And it wasn't on my face, either!
<hr /></blockquote>OY! That is SO not a place to have blisters!!!!!!

Ok, are we close to having Justuss shut us down? ROTFLMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> electric trimmers with the attachments <hr /></blockquote>Ummmmm.... Electric? I could just hear the comments from dh now. I got comments when I told him the batteries ran dead on my electric toothbrush...can you imagine if I plug something in and if he walked in on that?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

my dh is very handy with the trimmers. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh, have ya tried that foam stuff - "Neet" I think - goes on like a mousse, I thought it did pretty good - BUT, it's not really for the "bikini" area - more for all over - like legs - I think they make one for the bikini area, though. MIL tried it, and had a HORRIBLE reaction - she used it on her underarms - said it started to burn, but did she rinse it off??? NO!! She left it on for another 15 minutes!!! Yup, she burned under her arms, her sides, her boobies - all the way down to her navel - poor crazy heffer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Yes, I told her I felt sorry for her, but inside I was LMAO! Even snickered a bit, and she said "Don't you dare" - I tried to control it, but, well, OH WELL!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

THAT'S IT! Can't look at ff and her dh in the eyes if'n we ever meet. Better wear your best shoes, hon!

ROTFLMAO!

I loved the Veet. It's the best and mildest I've used so far.

FF - too funny - I'll have to check out those shoes too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Though I will say, you can have problems with an electric on there - specially if there's a power surge, and the @@@@ blade thingys lock up...UGH! I am an Idiot!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

YL you are wicked! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well Kimmy since we live a few states away, I guess you are safe. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

VEET!!! Yah, that's it -I knew I didn't have the right name!

Thanks K!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> lock up <hr /></blockquote>Dear Lord in Heaven!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm almost crying! OWIE ZOWIE, just the thought......I'd almost rather be in labor.......

LMAO fell off the chair laughing and woke AW up, she had cried herself to sleep earlier and thought I had fallen asleep again and rolled onto the floor... well its only happened a few times for goodness sakes

AW is looking all vulnerable at the moment & I think she needs a shoulder to cry on or hug right now .

{{{{AW}}}

Tell her we love her Aussie.

Aussie, sorry AW is feeling like that. The pregnancy plus everything else has been a lot for her to deal with. Hugs to you both.

FF, I was thinking hmmmm should I share about my DH and the trimmers - then thought no, probably TMI - then YOU said exactly the same thing. Nearly fell out of my chair laughing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Nearly fell out of my chair laughing <hr /></blockquote>Must be some sort of gravitational weirdness going on south of the equator for you guys to be falling out of your chairs.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

thanks all I will..all locked up so I had better hit the pillow as well for a few hours.
be good girls now!!

Ok here is a really trigger full of memories in this joke, you can throw rocks at me tomorrow or whenever <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Relationships go through four stages of sex:
1) Smurf Sex: Having sex until youâ€™re both blue in the face
2) Kitchen Sex: Sex in every room of the house
3) Bedroom Sex: Only having sex in the bedroom
4) Hallway Sex: Passing each other in the hall and saying "Screw you"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> FF, I was thinking hmmmm should I share about my DH and the trimmers - then thought no, probably TMI - then YOU said exactly the same thing. Nearly fell out of my chair laughing <hr /></blockquote>LMAO!! Ok, I knew I liked you for a reason. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

'night Aussie. I think DH and I are on #4 right now. Do we get to go back to #1? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Gee, just got back from IC and saw all the "hairy" posts. Well, just cause I know y'all are not likely to be in my neck of the woods anytime soon, hehehe. I would hate anyone snickering at my I'villeness showing..
I will share that Electric shavers are not a good thing. They Rip! ANd get hot! And get stuck. Heaven help anyone that sweats!

I even tried get ready for this.... a mustache trimmer. Don't go there! No Good, it got stuck. Tried that little thingy they sell on the shopping channel that looks like a nose hair trimmer. Ditto.

I am a fan of laser hair removal but that is mucho dinero. A $100 a treatment and they say it takes about 7 or 8 times. Plus, because I am blonde there is no guarantee that it will work. Didn't know that one until recently. Blond hair reflects the light away. Works best for Snow White complexion, dark hair and light skin.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Dobie, OMG I snorted tea out my nose <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I almost died laughing at your waxing incident. I can sooo relate. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>For the record, that was NOT my story, I just forwarded it here. I related to it a little too well. Good to see that I'm not the only one who did.

Dobie

Kimmy: You're quite welcome for the snow. Anytime. (In fact all the time as far as I'm concerned.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

HeYL! (That's short for Hey, YL how ya doin?)

Jelly has been busy with family and lots of day care kids this week. Plus, ST's bday is coming up, so I hear she is quite busy. But as soon as I say that, I'm sure she'll drop by to whack me one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey RH, Tell Jelly we miss her! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Oh and tell NOW we miss her too. Need some of her straight forward humor injected here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How's the knee? Did you finish your shed? Oh, I am just full of q's aren't I? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jelly said in her last email that she was going to have to make MB time.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hey RH, Tell Jelly we miss her! Oh and tell NOW we miss her too. Need some of her straight forward humor injected here.

How's the knee? Did you finish your shed? Oh, I am just full of q's aren't I? <hr /></blockquote>Will do. I think its time for a Psych appointment. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Had the MRI today. Then they have to send the results to the doctor. I don't have that appointment set up yet. Been wearing a brace today. The shed is getting close to done. We have the roof done and siding on two sides. If the weather holds, might be able to start moving stuff into it this weekend. Who knows.

Well, NOW is playing with the beagle. And she's running around like a banshee (the beagle, not NOW). L8r

Just got this question on my ebay item...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hi there, Please could you explain exactly what this is? Many thanks!<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Suggestions for a response? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just stopping by for a quick read, and saw Robby's last post!! OMG - I think I'm gonna fall on the floor laughing - Hey - did somebody tilt the room???!!!

You actually got a hit and now they need an explanation - ok, well, how about:

It's The Mayor's sure fire way to loose weight. Send me the $$, along with your height and weight, and I'll send you an ideal diet, guaranteed to drop at least 3 lbs. (Doesn't the $$ weigh at least that much?)

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Yah, ok, so THAT was obvious and well, rather Idiotic, but what do you expect - you said in the add "The Mayor of Idiotville" - ok, so, in light of the holiday season, and in my bestest redneck voice...

"Here's Yer Sign!!"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Thanks Robby - you made me laugh!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Well, NOW is playing with the beagle. And she's running around like a banshee (NOW , not the beagle ).<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

uh YL, do you live down under? They seem to have a problem staying in their chairs there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby, how about something like..."guarenteed weight loss for idiots only."

A2 - glad you finally decided to join AW for a little R&R - Oh, and just an FYI, I think my last pregnancy was the hardest one emotionally - I found out I was pregnant just a few days before my dad was killed in a work-related accident. Not the same as an A - but, emotionally tough none-the-less...top that with my attitude that my being pregnant was God's latest joke on YL and that He was probably on the floors of Heaven laughing like a crazy person, and having 2 older children, with no desire for a younger sibling, and well, I was a wreck! I cried more and was more emotional about EVERYTHING during that pregnancy than any of the others. Anyway, said that to say this, just have patience with AW, and love her as much as you can and as much as she'll let you.

{{A2&AW}}

OK - I'm really not trying to keep posting in a row like this, but I can't remember what I was wanting to say!

RH - hope the knee is better soon!

NOW - Let the beagle be and post already, would ya??!!!

FF - Nope, not in the down under, just have this stupid cold, and thanks to the meds, am a little under the stupid cloud, if you know what I mean. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hope you feel better YL. Wow it is POURING outside. I left work about 10 min early and now am glad I did. Lightening and thunder too. Glad to be indoors.

OK, H is trying out the Release program, but honestly, we didn't look it up on the net...do people REALLY check out e-bay for diet programs?? Or is Robby pulling our virtual legs?

I'm not sure even our Mayor is THAT good.

Thanks FF! Not sure where this came from - wasn't really around anybody that was sick, but, I guess it's in the air this time of year, huh? Was odd - I was feeling ok, then within about an hours time, I was feeling yucky, within a couple of hours, it had hit me full force - was odd how it came on so quick.

Well, enough about that - sorry to hear about the rain - we had quite a bit over the Christmas holiday, but looks like sunny skies are on the way - I think they even predidcted it'll be around 74 as a high for tomorrow!

PS - Hey KiwiJ - hope your holiday was a good one! Oh, and I can't imagine snow this time of year either...snicker snicker snicker! Oh how I LOVE Florida!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm not sure even our Mayor is THAT good.
<hr /></blockquote>SSSHHH!!! Don't tell him - he'll swear there's another uprising on the way.

- The peasants are revolting!

- You said it! They stink on ice!

History of the World Part I

Oh no, Robby is going to accuse me of starting another coup. Good thing Starz is on vacation. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 For the record, that was NOT my story, I just forwarded it here. I related to it a little too well. Good to see that I'm not the only one who did.

Dobie <hr /></blockquote>Sure, Sure!

I think it was you for sure!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Whoever it was, it was funny as hell and I LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yeah, Robby, it's hilarious when your nether regions are covered in immovable hot wax that gets stuck on the towels and the sink and the floor. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Which is why I love my little trimmer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Why not get it done in a salon?

I've watched "America's Next Top Model"! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

That's what they did!!

Brazilian wax!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

A Brazilian wax removes everything in your nether regions, front and back, leaving you completely smooth everywhere under your underwear. With a Brazilian wax, you'll never have to worry about "escaping tendrils" again.

Before you commit yourself to this little endeavor, be warned that most women don't find it comfortable. You'll be having hair ripped out from the roots on your most sensitive and intimate regions. Imagine your eyebrow waxing, only three times as long and in an area ten times as sensitive.

Why, you ask, would you do this to yourself? Well, to be honest, the pain isn't all that bad, and the results are undeniable. You'll have a smooth, bump-free bikini area that looks fabulous in a bathing suit or au natural. Plus, you and your partner will probably find it incredibly erotic!

A Brazilian wax is not something you should undertake at home; it's definitely a salon procedure. You'll never be able to reach all the spots and crevices a professional can, and really, wouldn't you rather have somebody else making sure you're perfect?

GRAND OPENING!!

The Mayor's Brazilian Wax Salon!!!

by appointment only!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OMG, don't get Rob started on Brazilians. He's VERY keen for me to have that done.

We do get it done in a salon but it's cheaper and the packaging makes it sound like it's easy to do at home.

Yeah, right!!! is what I say to that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

my ebay question response:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You are bidding on a personalized, comprehensive weight loss plan. Your height and current weight, eating and exercise habits will be analyzed to produce superior results. A virtual personal trainer and intuitionalist will be available to you until you reach your goal.

Warning** This is a very strict diet and exercise regimen. Only those willing to do the hard work should bid.
<hr /></blockquote>

Robby, isn't that response illegal or something?????

Rob would probably sign up to work in your waxing salon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

But I'll pass on the offer, thank you. (very snippily said).

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Robby, isn't that response illegal or something?????
<hr /></blockquote>Why illegal?

For $10k I'd provide all of that!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am trying SOOOOO hard to stifle my laugh and not wake up brown! I have been laughing for 10 minutes, non-stop!

There are just too many things too respond to, but I just had to on these:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Plus, because I am blonde there is no guarantee that it will work. <hr /></blockquote>ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />We do get it done in a salon but it's cheaper and the packaging makes it sound like it's easy to do at home.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

And Robby, send 'em a pack of cigarettes for your guarnteed weight loss!

.--you still up? Have a ? for ya.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:

But I'll pass on the offer, thank you. (very snippily said).
<hr /></blockquote>Snippily??

If somebody buys my weight loss plan I'll send Rob enough $ to pay for your next salon visit. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Robby! You're up late!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Hey Robby! You're up late! <hr /></blockquote>*** Yawn ***

Look at the time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

are you guys STILL up????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby, ROFLMAO. There are just no words to describe how BAD you are!!!!!!!!! And not bad as in good, bad as in BAD!!!

LINY, yep, I'm here. Rob and son are watching the Chronicles of Riddick (yawn, indeed!!!!)

Jen

Yeah, yeah--quit with the fake yawning you. And if you don't stop, me AND A2 will start telling jokes!

Do you guys know where in NY DD is?

Oh, BTW, do I get a bonus prize for the 4300 *AND* 4400 post?!?!?

Good Morning A2,

Ready for a stubby? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nice juxtaposition to the main topic of converstaion today--OMG, robby--I can't believe you just siad that! (Trying to suppress my laughter for fear A2 will kick my [censored]!)
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Ready for a stubby?<hr /></blockquote>

Which, brings me to the question of the day:

What do women call "5-o-clock shadow?"
{trying to keep a straight face!}

And Liny, you do realise that a stubby is a type of beer serving in Australia? But still very good juxtaposition as you say. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You had a question for me? Or were the questions above your questions?

Jen

well its strange you mention a stubby, I mean its so rare for one to be in me hand but one finger typing is abck in force..lol'

What do you mean Liny and I will START to tell more jokes........

becasue once I had a natural blond streak before it went white ..lol (in one day actually)

Once a blonde went to the library to get a book. A few days later, she returns and says to librarian at the counter, "This book was very boring. It had too many characters and too many numbers, so i would like to return it."
The librarian says to the other librarian, "So here is the person who took our phone book!"

All right, why, but I know I'm going to regret this. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

And this better not be the question you want to ask.

.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You had a question for me? Or were the questions above your questions?<hr /></blockquote>I saw you post to DD...do you know where in NY he is?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />All right, why, but I know I'm going to regret this.

And this better not be the question you want to ask.<hr /></blockquote>AHHHHHHHHH! It's contagious--laughing so hard I laughed my [censored] off my chair!!!

It was a serious question!!!! What do you women call "5-o-clock-shadow?"

and I'm TOTALLY ignoring Robbys justepos, jetplane, juxtaposition because I cant spell it at this time of day after a few 'stubbies' og 'og??????' of Boag's draught

Ok, ok I meant "what?".

So.............

And no, I don't know where in NY. He hasn't been back on either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

{tapping foot...waiting for an answer...}

The Mayor's Brazilian Wax Salon!!!

by appointment only!! ............just waiting for the ebay referral so I can buy it for AW lol heh heh heh

How may offers on the weight loss system Rooby??? I mean if you can sell ghosts I see no reason why you cant sell ghost weight loss programs can you??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Three blondes have just finished a jigsaw-puzzle so they decide to celebrate by going out. They walk into a bar chanting, "61 days 61 days!"
The bartender gets curious and walks over to them and asks, "Why are you chanting 61 days?"

One of the three answer, "Because the box said 3-6- years!"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You can tap your foot all you like, I haven't got a clue!!!!!

A2, geez mate, we thought Liny wasn't funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Your jokes are getting more pitiful by the minute. Oh no, hang on, *I* thought Liny was funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussie2:
 How may offers on the weight loss system Rooby??? <hr /></blockquote>None yet! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I raised the minimum bid though...

KiwiJ scared me a bit! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm warning you Liny, I can get VERY scarey. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It better be worth the wait. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 I'm warning you Liny, I can get VERY scarey. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Need that salon visit now, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen says
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> A2, geez mate, we thought Liny wasn't funny. Your jokes are getting more pitiful by the minute. Oh no, hang on, *I* thought Liny was funny. <hr /></blockquote>and most importantly said
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Oh no, hang on, *I* thought Liny was funny. <hr /></blockquote>See I KNEW they all really thought LINYISM jokes were funny!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and not to let you down Jen this time a true story from the files of Aussies holidays in Thailand.......

A woman (initials pay attention to the initials, now have I said who it was, no I haven't) was staying at a hotel and she decided to go sunbathing on the hotel roof. When she laid down to sun her back, her bikini top fell off. She didn't care so much, though, because nobody ever came up to the roof anyway & just removed it out of the way to be comfortable. Which is why she was surprised when she heard footsteps. It was the maitre'd from the restaurant.
"Ma'am," he said, "we were all wondering if you could put your top back on."

"Why? I'm not disturbing anybody."

"Ma'am. You're on the skylight." The scream was heard from one end of the hotal to the other and at dinner time the men in the dining room stood and clapped heh heh heh but I'm not saying who it was as I was threatened...lol
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

The 12 lurkers are all waiting as well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OMG, Aussie, it wasn't AW was it!!!!!!!?????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen

Jen who on earth said AW all I said was 'A Woman' heh heh heh........... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> and if anyone asks thats all they can ever say isn't it ...........LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Night Idiotville!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LMAO, Aussie. That WAS VERY funny.

And I suppose the "woman" in question is fast asleep in bed right now while you're telling her secrets. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Liny, still waiting.........

Jen

Night Robby......keep selling those ghost packs fella lol might have started a new industry .....LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

'night Robby. Don't you want to wait around to hear the answer to Liny's question?

Jen

Of course Jen I'm not completely an idiot - well not all the time <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> - fear & caution is a healthy survival trait..........LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

LMAO!!!!!!!!

I DON'T HAVE AN ANSWER--IT WAS A QUESTION FOR YOU--A WOMAN, WHO *MAY* KNOW THE ANSWER!!!!!!

"A woman..." Hmmm....AW....Hmmm...LMFAO!!!!!!!!!

And why wasn't this disclosed as an idiot thing?!?!?

(Did the maitre de send any tips up?!?!?!?)

OMG--LMAO!---How could that woman *NOT* know she was on a skylight?!?!!??

Nite RobbY!!!!

It's called 5 o'clock shadow because when a man shaves in the morning it takes till 5 o'clock in the evening till the regrowth shows on his face and he needs another shave. (If he's reasonably hairy).

Duh!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> "A woman..." Hmmm....AW....Hmmm...LMFAO!!!!!!!!!
And why wasn't this disclosed as an idiot thing?!?!?
(Did the maitre de send any tips up?!?!?!?)
OMG--LMAO!---How could that woman *NOT* know she was on a skylight?!?!!?? <hr /></blockquote>Well did I make her drink 4 bloody mary's and 2 rum & cola's no I didn't .......... and she thought the black glass was a solar panel, whoops I mean this unknown woman didn't really work it out right away heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and now a LONNNG one..........

Two priests were going to Hawaii on vacation and decided that they would make this a real vacation by not wearing anything that would identify them as clergy. As soon as the plane landed, they headed for a store and bought some really outrageous shorts, shirts, sandals, sunglasses, etc.

The next morning, they went to the beach, dressed in their "tourist" garb and were sitting on beach chairs, enjoying a drink, the sunshine and the scenery when a gorgeous blonde in a tiny bikini came walking straight towards them. They couldn't help but stare and when she passed them, smiled and said, "Good morning Father," "Good morning Father," nodding and addressing each of them individually, then passed on by.

They were both stunned. How in the world did she recognize them as priests? The next day they went back to the store, bought even more outrageous outfits -- so loud, you could hear them before you even saw them -- and again settled on the beach in their chairs to enjoy the sunshine.

After a while, the same gorgeous bikini-ed blonde came walking toward them again. (They were glad they had sunglasses, because their eyes were about to pop out of their heads.) Again, she approached them and greeted them individually: "Good morning, Father," "Good morning Father," and started to walk away.

One of the priests couldn't stand it and said, "Just a minute young lady. Yes, we are priests, and proud of it, but I have to know, how in the world did YOU know?"

"Oh Father, don't you recognize me? I'm Sister Angelica."

Well, that shut everyone up didn't it Aussie? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I have to go now too. I've been on here for hours.

See you tomorrow Idiots.

Jen

ARGH!!!!!

I know what men/women call that scruff on a man's face after several hours...BUT...
What do men/women call that scruff on a woman's "lower extremities"/hoo-hoo/etc.?!?!?
Boy...sorta lost some spunk after explaining what the heck the question was!

'Nite .! Hugs to ya--just because yer you!

Think I'm outa here too, A2. Have a good night man! (Tell AW we miss her!)

Alright you guys! I checked in to see if DD replied and I see pages and pages of drunken nonsense from A2, Liny,Robby and Jen! Jen, how could you lower yourself? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A2, funniest dam* story I ever heard. A woman! LMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Worried about DD. Hope he thought it through.

Love ya all,

'night iville

Hey Robby,

The first question was from me. And since I don't know where you live I can't pick it up. Just bustin on you a little. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH,

You mean the "can I save on shipping" questions. I got a bunch of them. LMAO.

Didn't bother me at all.

Besides....

I sold all the email addresses to penis enlargement spam houses!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

j/k

LINY,

I call it an exfoliator.

Dobie

Just a bump to try and get LINY's question answered:

What do females call their downstairs 5 o'clock shadow?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Just a bump to try and get LINY's question answered:

What do females call their downstairs 5 o'clock shadow? <hr /></blockquote>** Groan **

You really want to encourage him?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

See my answer above.

I LOVE Idiotville. Where else could we be entertained for hours on end talking about shaving and 5 o'clock shadow?

Aussie - Do you have AW tied to the stove or something? She was posting all the time while you were gone.

Dobie,

You call 5 o'clock shadow an exfoliator?

Are you drinking this morning?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What do females call their downstairs 5 o'clock shadow?

My wife calls it VELCRO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Guess I should have thrown a GOOD MORNING in there first.

Morning I'ville. Robby, Dobie, FF.

YAWN... Spent the last hour trying to configure my new cell and online account. What is up with those flippin' phones. I can configure a network yet a phone is driving me nuts! Then when I call the provider for service, they're closed! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Large coffee, please.

I was visiting my friend last night (who just happened to be the person I waxed) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> . When I told her Dobie's story and some of the responses, we were snorting with laughter every time we looked at each other. Her H didn't know what we were laughing at and when he asked we couldn't stop laughing harder.

Sheesh! It is soo good to laugh. I think it release some of those toxic feelings that we all have.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Plus, because I am blonde there is no guarantee that it will work. <hr /></blockquote>Does it count if you think you're blonde...rotflmao!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> How may offers on the weight loss system Rooby??? I mean if you can sell ghosts I see no reason why you cant sell ghost weight loss programs can you???
<hr /></blockquote>LOL! I just asked the mommies if I should ebay myself. I need a new familia.

'morning Iville,

Hows everyone this am? Hung over after last nights funny fest??

Answer to Liny's q: sandpaper (hence Dobie's exfoliator) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Seriously, what does this board do when a member threatens suicide? This is the 2nd one I have seen in recent time. The first one I remember clearly was Laundry Mistress. I don't know if she ever posted again. sigh...

Kimmy, you don't need ebay. I will adopt you and your little mommies. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Course, you will have to stare at my shoes the rest of your life.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Robby, how many questions have you gotten? You are one gutsy guy I will say. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Thank you FF.

Suicide is quite possibly the hardest topic for me to deal with. I tend to be somewhat of a zealot on the subject, so I try to stay away...sometimes I get roped in, though, and share my experience with it.

What can you do online, though? Ultimately, the decision to stay on the face of the planet as a living, loving being or as daisy fodder is up to the person who is threatening it. It is quite possibly the most selfish act a person can do...but then, I totally understand the almost primordial need for the pain to end sometime, somehow.

Geez. Talk about a fence squatter, huh?

Please excuse my mental regurgitation. I'm excessivly depressed and tired.

Suicide hurts more than the victim. Everyone the person touches, loves, cares about is a victim. They will never, ever recover from the act. It will always be a painful scar filled with what ifs and whyfors that not even time will make them forget.

- Kimmy

I know that the beauty of annonymity (sp) on these boards is also very frustrating when something like this happens. We have no idea where he lives so can't even call the police and we will never know what happened to him unless he posts again. It hurts to think someone could throw God's greatest gift of life away. sigh..

Ok, nuff said. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Mornin Y'all.

Kimmy - well said, couldn't have said it better myself.

As for what does the board do - I don't know, but I e-mailed Justuss last night and asked that very question - I'll let you know if Pat responds.

Mornin John - your answer was rather funny - Welcome to Idiotville, you might fit in here rather well!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 Dobie,

You call 5 o'clock shadow an exfoliator?

Are you drinking this morning?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Actually, it works quite well on DH.

Not drinking yet. Should I be?

Hey YL, I emailed Justuss last night too. Bet he/she got a lot of mail last night.

Dalton Dad just checke in and I started a new thread for him. Anyone here willing to help him with a plan for his life? I don't feel too capable at this point myself.

Dobie, how are ya this morning?

FF - I responded on both threads - I hope he stays and gets some help - not only here, but IRL too!

DOBIE!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm pleased to hear that DD is posting. I'll go read it soon.

Back to 5 o'clock shadow. I woke up at 3 this morning and had one of those lightbulb moments. "Liny meant what do WOMEN call their OWN 5 o'clock shadow?" I was almost too frightened to come on this morning to see what sort of an Idiot I was being called.

And Rob said he dreamed all night about Brazilian waxes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen

I'd love to have a B. wax. I'm inherently lazy - that would be what? 10-20 min off every morning's ritual?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

- Kimmy

<blockquote>quote:<hr />My wife calls it VELCRO<hr /></blockquote>DOOHHHHHH! Just got a visual: What if the man has 5-o-clock shadow and is "performing?" I suppose makes for one happy spouse as they'd be stuck together. HA!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I sold all the email addresses to penis enlargement spam houses!!<hr /></blockquote>You are EVIL!!!! LMAO!!!!!

Mornin' I-ville!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />And Rob said he dreamed all night about Brazilian waxes. <hr /></blockquote>In what aspect?!?!?

LINY's on a roll today!!!!

Now, all I-ville needs is some jokes from A2, ff, and f-again and we'll be set for the day! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I think you're right Liny...

Idiotville is overdue for it's first joke of the day!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Liny,

I think I have a hairline fracture in my foot.

If I come up to NY will you set it in a cast for me?

I heard that............. so

How To Shower Like A Woman...
* Take off clothing and place it in sectional laundry hamper according to lights and darks.
* Walk to bathroom wearing long bathrobe. If you see your husband along the way, cover up any exposed flesh and rush to the bathroom.
* Look at your womanly physique in the mirror and stick out your gut so that you can complain and whine even more about how you're getting fat.
* Get in shower. Look for face-cloth, arm-cloth, leg-cloth, long loofah, wide loofah and pumice stone.
* Wash you hair once with Cucumber and Lamprey shampoo with 83 added vitamins.
* Wash your hair again with Cucumber and Lamprey shampoo with 83 added vitamins.
* Condition your hair with Cucumber and Lamprey conditioner enhanced with natural crocus oil & other oils no one has heard of before. Leave on for 15 minutes.
* Wash your face with crushed apricot facial scrub for 10 minutes until red and raw.
* Wash entire rest of body with Ginger Nut and Jaffa Cake body wash. Oh Yum
* Rinse conditioner off of hair (this takes at least 15 minutes as you must make sure that it has all come off).
* Shave armpits and legs. Consider shaving bikini area but decide to get it waxed instead, then change mind & go for electrolysis.
* Scream loudly when your husband flushes the toilet and you lose the water pressure.
* Turn off shower.
* Squeegee off all wet surfaces in the shower. Spray mould spots with Tilex you keep hanging on the shower glass panel.
* Get out of the shower. Dry with towel the size of a small African Country.
* Wrap hair in super-absorbent second towel.
* Check entire body for the remotest sign of a zit. Attack with nails/tweezers if found.
* Return to bedroom wearing bathrobe and towel on head.
* If you see your husband along the way, cover up any exposed flesh and then rush to the bedroom to spend an hour-and-a-half getting dressed. Brush hair 50 times, primping and trying out what looks best for the next 40 minutes

How To Shower Like A Man...
* Take off clothes while walking around the room and leave them where they fall.
* Walk naked to the bathroom. If you see your wife & or her girlfriends along the way, flash her/them making the ''woo, woo'' sound.
* Look at your manly physique in the mirror and suck in your gut to see your pecs. Admire the size of your wiener in the mirror, scratch your balls.
* Get in shower. Don't bother looking for a washcloth. You don't use one. You're a man.
* Wash your face.
* Wash your armpits if you really think they need it
* Crack up at how loud your fart sounds in the shower.
* Wash your privates and surrounding area.
* Wash your [censored], leaving hair on the soap bar.
* Shampoo your hair with whatever is available. Do not use conditioner.
* Make a shampoo Mohawk.
* Pull back shower curtain and look at yourself in the mirror.
* Pee (in the shower or bath or sink).
* Rinse off and get out of the shower. Fail to notice water on the floor because you left the curtain hanging out of the tub when you checked your Mohawk.
* Partially dry off.
* Look at yourself in the mirror, flex muscles .Admire wiener size. Leave shower curtain open and wet mat on the floor.
* Leave bathroom light and fan on.
* Return to the bedroom with towel around your waist. If you pass your wife &/or her girlfriends flash & shout ''Oh yeah, baby!'' and thrust your pelvis at her/them.
* Throw wet towel on the bed. Take two minutes to get dressed. comb hair with fingers on the way out

ha ha ha I wonder who resembles that a lot ????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A2, is that your daily routine? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nursery school teacher says to her class, "Who can use the word 'Definitely' in a sentence?"
First a little girl says "The sky is definitely blue" Teacher says, "Sorry, Amy, but the sky can be gray, or orange..."

Second little boy..."Trees are definitely green" "Sorry, but in the autumn, the trees are brown."

Little Johnny from the back of the class stands up and asks:

"Does a fart have lumps?"

The teacher looks horrified and says..."Johnny! Of course not!!!"

"OK...then I DEFINITELY sh*t my pants..."

How do you know when a blondes been having a bad day?
Shes got a tampon behind her ear, and she's lookin 4 her pencil.

LOL ff!!!!!

Where is everyone today?!?!?!?

Robby, did you get the hairline fracture from kicking my [censored]? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

BTW ff--great job with dalson--you should be proud. Not sure how much help I would have been--didn't want to seem the anatogonist in a very fragile mindset with me being the WS. But, it crossed my mind (if he was close) to even go too his house if he would allow and talk it through. Never got an answer where he is. But, he mentioned something about "a" judge in his county. Most likely, not on LI then and rather, upstate somewhere.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Robby, did you get the hairline fracture from kicking my [censored]? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>No, will you set it?

I'm here.

Thanks Liny, but I didn't do anything but yell for everyone's attention. Somehow I caught his post that is all. That is what happens when I goof on too much. Glad he is ok though.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 I'm here. <hr /></blockquote>And?

Who asked? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Where is everyone today?!?!?!?
<hr /></blockquote>LINY did. A page back at the bottom.

Happy?

FF

you been looking in my window I think he he

AW has been *****ing at me for 18 yrs on that drop em where I take them off thing... think shes given up.

Love the joke LOL see I knew you could drop your standards in humour to this level if you tried....LMAO

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby, did you get the hairline fracture from kicking my [censored]? <hr /></blockquote>Ahhhh lets NOT go there LINY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ROTF LMAO

Chicken magnate Frank Perdue's line, "It takes a tough man to make a tender chicken," sounds much more interesting in Spanish: "It takes a sexually stimulated man to make a chicken affectionate."

I'm turning vegetarian......lol
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<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It takes a sexually stimulated man to make a chicken affectionate."

<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

serious for moment...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You and she can either (1) determine a way to have her needs met within the M; (2) get a D; or (3) convince her to live a life of misery.

<hr /></blockquote>I got this quote from another thread. It hit me like a ton of bricks. I know my H is trying in his own way. MC, bought me gifts for xmas, NC with OW, home more than he used to be etc. But that fact is my needs have not been met in many years. I am trying to express this to him gently because he is devastated that I didn't come to him instead of having an A. I filled out the ENQ but he won't do it. I try to talk to him but I can't make him fill my needs can I? I love him very much, but I am so unhappy. Now he won't have SF with me, won't touch me sexually I only get some hugs and kisses if I initiate them. The rejection from asking for SF and him refusing is killing me. What do I do?

hey did you know that its probably not a good idea to mix Fexofenadine & Pseuodephedrine with Irish Whiskey???????

WHy didn't someone tell me?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> AW looking at me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

How do blondes' braincells die?
Alone.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yeah, Robby...I did! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{waving to de}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />No, will you set it?<hr /></blockquote>I know there's going to be an attempt at a joke here somewhere, but I ain't bitn'!

Sometimes ff, that's all it takes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Off to nap--ema has baby for overnight--she was so excited and just wanted to play in the snow!

Have a good nite everyone!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 I know there's going to be an attempt at a joke here somewhere, but I ain't bitn'!
<hr /></blockquote>Good show old man!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And we all know you are a pro at attempting jokes!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sweet Dreams!

Maybe you're funny in your sleep!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey, I know the signs and I resemble that!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

G'nite/cya after he11/tommorrow everyone!

FF

as a BS I went through this stage too. I literally could not touch AW without feeling sick. It was like yuck dont get near me. Total disgust.

I wasn't angry at the time, more depressed and feeling very much second choice.

HOWEVER, because I was here believer and few others slapped me around a bit - gently - and pushed me to go with AW to the MC sessions.
Oh I didn't want to because it wasn't me that cheated SHE did it ALL, what do I need this for it is all her her her (of course true BUT who could show me how to feel better, work on our M so it wouldn't happen again???)

I dont think I had truly made up my mind to stay back then. I was one moment wantng to forgive and the next kick her tramp a$$ out on the kurb.
She broke it she can damn well fix it I think I said here a number of times!!

I really think IC/MC made the difference and it was good IC/MC as well. Had a heap of baggage from the first tour in 'Stan - A1 [censored] in fact. It didn't matter what caused my PP behaviour it just was and had to be addressed.
No wonder she felt she could not talk to me.

Now do I think I would have done it without IC/MC - perhaps but my guess is I would have failed. It was hard enough with help.

He really needs IC/MC regardless.

Would he talk to any of us BS here do you think??? I'd be willing, sure others would too.

Thanks A2. We are in MC and that has helped him with alot of his issues. He was also the WS 2x's, but my dday is very recent. I appreciate the offer of talking to you. Let me see what he says.

Well, since the thread isn't moving much right now, I'll throw my own little funny in there -

What's the difference between erotic and kinky?

Erotic is when you use a feather, Kinky is when you use the whole chicken!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

WooHooHoo!! I got the first post on page 300!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Where's my prize?

First of all I'd like to thank my darling wonderful husband, without him, I'd have never had the pleasure of meeting all you nice folks here in Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

And, to the Ladies and Gents of Idiotville, I bid you all a Good Night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> First of all I'd like to thank my darling wonderful husband, without him, I'd have never had the pleasure of meeting all you nice folks here in Idiotville! <hr /></blockquote>While it certainly is a pleasure to know these lovely folks, I am sure you could have done without the A part! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Um..your prize is in the mail YL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good try, YL!

Yah, well, Thanks you guys!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ya know, this is Idiotville, afterall!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

My idiot moment today. Son is watching "Mary Poppins" and started talking about the black man on there. I got all ready to give him a PC speech before realizing that he's talking about the chimney sweep.

Ya'd think I'd have learned by now. There have been a hundred mentions of the purple girl, the brown boy, etc over the year and I still freak out over them sometimes.

Maybe I should clarify. He names people according to the colors of their clothing.

Hehehe...That's really cute, Dobie!! I had a similar experience with colorful people...
(edited to add: my son did the same thing)

When my son was about 3 or maybe 4, he invented all these people in his life, his "Uncle John", "Miss Mary", and his "Black Grandpa". He had the most creative stories to tell about these people, but the one he liked the most was Grandpa. He'd tell about how Grandpa picked him up from "school" (daycare) and took him to get a milkshake, or nuggets and fries, etc. And, what was better, he told EVERYBODY about his "Black Grandpa".

Well, this was all well and good, because he also had a purple chicken, and a green girlfriend, so, no big deal. Until...

Bit of history to insert b/c without it, the story doesn't make sense: My dad and I had a bit of a disagreement a few years before my son was born...and he said some things, and I said some things, and he said some things, and we agreed it would be better if we went our seperate ways for a while, so, it took us years to iron it all out...Fast forward to when things are getting better, Dad and I are making REAL progress in re-building our relationship. Add to that, that my Dad's job kept him out of town for a couple of weeks at a time, so we didn't get to see him but about twice a month. OK, so back to the "story"...

We had tried to encourage our son to be a little more realistic with his stories, and give real details, without stiffling his imagination, and thought we were making progress until this special day, when our Son is telling one of his "big fish" stories, about all the things his "friends" and he have been doing. So, we get to my dad's house, get out of the car, and Son runs up to my dad and yells to me "See, I told you I have a black Grandpa, this is him!!"

You could have knocked me over with a feather, and it took several minutes for my dad to shut his mouth. I don't know if my dad ever believed that we weren't saying all sorts of "nasty's" about him behind his back, but, I will say we all get a good laugh out of it now. We were able to figure out that our son had associated the fact that my dad always wore black t-shirts, always wore a black ball-cap, and drove a black pick-up truck, so, Son's way of distinguishing him from his other Grandpa was to call him his "black Grandpa". True enough, when my dad was in town, he did pick the kids up from daycare and take them to McD's - it happened about once a month...Oh, out of the mouths of babes!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ December 29, 2004, 04:18 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

Too funny YL and Dobie, I love the way kids think. They are way too smart the adults in their lives. LOL

Smart is just not the word for it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

My youngest (3yo D) is very different from the other two - and she is smart as a whip! From her early days of talking, you could tell her a sentence, and she'd repeat it, except she'd change the structure of the sentence to be the correct "person".

Our favorite was when we'd run through the house and tell her "nyah, nyah, nyah, you can't catch me"

And she'd return with "nyah, nyah, nyah, I can't catch you"

It was SO funny to hear, and rather true, and that somehow made it funnier -
I thought we'd NEVER get her to repeat the words we were saying...

UGH!!! What are they feeding kids these days??!!!

A young punk gets on a bus and sits down in directly across from an old man.
The young punk has spiked green, purple and orange hair. His clothing is a tattered mix of leather rags. His entire face and body are covered with piercings and his earrings are big, bright red, yellow and green feathers.

The old man stares at the young punk as the bus travels across the city.

Finally, the punk looks across at the old man, and yells, "What are you looking at, old man! Didn't you do anything wild when you were young?"

Without missing a beat, the old man replies, "Yeah. Back when I was very young and in the Navy, I got really drunk in Singapore and had sex with a parrot... I thought you might be my son."

ff,

That's even better than the chicken!

Dobie

This is for A2:

A guy walks into a bar with his dog on a leash the barman says, â€œGeez that's a weird dog: he's stumpy-legged, pink, and doesn't have a tail, but I bet my rottweiler would beat the heck out of it.â€
50 bucks is laid down. Out in the yard the rottweiler gets mauled to pieces.

Another drinker says his pit bull will win but the bet is 100 bucks.

Another trip to the yard and when it's all over there are bits of pit-bull terrier all over the place. The drinker pays up and says, â€œSay what breed is that anyway?â€

The owner says, â€œUntil I cut his tail off and painted it pink it was the same breed as every other alligator.â€

Oddly enough, that made me miss my Rottie.

I've reached a point in MB that I trigger harder over the dog we lost 9 months ago than I do over A stuff. Somehow that seems like a good thing, but I can't explain why.

Not laughing at you, Dobie, just with you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I too do not trigger over A stuff as easily as I use to...I don't understand it either, but THANKYOUGOD!!!!! for it!!

FF - keep 'em going - our own stand-up comic person!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

There's a guy with a Doberman Pinscher and a guy with a Chihuahua. The guy with the Doberman Pinscher says to the guy with a Chihuahua, "Let's go over to that restaurant and get something to eat."

The guy with the Chihuahua says, "We can't go in there. We've got dogs with us." The guy with the Doberman Pinscher says, "Just follow my lead. They walk over to the restaurant, the guy with the Doberman Pinscher puts on a pair of dark glasses, and he starts to walk in. A guy at the door says, "Sorry, mac, no pets allowed."

The guy with the Doberman Pinscher says, "You don't understand. This is my seeing-eye dog." The guy at the door says, "A Doberman Pinscher?" He says, "Yes, they're using them now, they're very good." The guy at the door says, "Come on in." The guy with the Chihuahua figures, "What the heck," so he puts on a pair of dark glasses and starts to walk in.

The guy at the door says, "Sorry, pal, no pets allowed." The guy with the Chihuahua says, "You don't understand. This is my seeing-eye dog." The guy at the door says, "A Chihuahua?" The guy with the Chihuahua says, "You mean they gave me a Chihuahua?"

Thank you, thank you. Glad you enjoyed the show. Sorry about the doggie joke though <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

See you gals later. Gotta run pick up my babies. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ff,

It would be a very strange world if anyone suspected that a Rottweiler joke should be any sort of trigger here. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Dobie

A strange world, indeed!

Though, I am sorry to hear about your pup <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> ...I lost my "Buddy" in Oct, 2001 - we have another dog now, we love him very much, but he'll never be "my guy" like my Buddy was.

I wonder if the puppy triggers are a suppression of A triggers? When Buddy died, I cried like a baby for days, and yelled at God, "You took my dad, why did you have to take my dog too?" I think I was transferring a lot of the pent up emotion I was still carrying from the loss of my dad the previous Jan. to the loss of my puppy.

OK, too serious of a thought for Idiotville, I know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

YL,

Are you hiding out somewhere in my head?

Yeah, his death was a major trigger for me. I had a grand slam of triggers during that time frame. First I had the baby, which was a wonderful event. But H had told the OWs that I'd been a casual friend that he'd gotten pregnant and had to marry as a way of explaining why he was "divorced" and had a child. So this baby was a trigger and a joy at the same time.

Then we had colic. A baby with colic is a major trigger for any sort of trauma you've ever had. There was this feeling that there was something horribly wrong and that I was failing and didn't know what to do to fix it. I cried along with her every night.

Then our first anniversary of D-day hit during the colic.

Then we lost Cerberus (aka Buddy) to cancer. Again, something going terribly wrong that I couldn't do anything about. I made the mistake of repressing the grief when it happened to be strong for the family. It leaked out of me at the strangest times for months. Usually when I was alone, because I still had issues with crying in front of H.

YL, you are frighteningly perceptive.

Aside from the trigger factor, I still mourn every dog I've ever lost. I bond very closely with them and miss each one dearly. The memories are happy, but their absence still echoes in my heart.

Ok, THAT was funny (the "hiding" part)...and, NO I am NOT hiding out in your head...(shaking my head and trying to surpress the laughter, as to not wake up 3yo)

Perceptive - a gift and a curse, I'm afraid. I oh-so-well understand the triggers...they'll get better with time, I can speak from experience on that one. You might still have them, but somehow the pain associated with them eases... A little gross, but I say it's kindof like a scar - I had thyroid surgery a few years back, and have a scar about 8-9" long around my neck...and, although everybody (even the surgeon) has to be "up-close-and-personal" to see it, I see that scar daily (even if others don't), and I always know what happened, but the pain associated with seeing it (i.e. the trigger) I had when it was healing is not the same as what I feel when I see it today. OK, I feel like that didn't make a whole lot of sense, but maybe you'll get the jist of what I was trying to say.

Well, tonight, I've been brave enough to not only jump into Idiotville and post, but I've even ventured out of Idiotville, AND POSTED!!!! I haven't done that in forever...AND,....

Amazingly enough, I even got an "atta-boy" - never thought that would happen...guess we're not all Idiots, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Well, H should be home anytime now, gonna get the rest of the kiddies to bed...talk with you in the morning!

Nighty-Night!

Hey I'ville. I jsut go thome form work. What a day!

ANd Excuse me. Blonde jokes EWWW! One cell? Tampons. EEEEWWW! HHMMPPPH As I stomp away in disgust. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Give the wax back

More blonde jokes FAA??? oh well if YOU insist then I guess I will have to.........
********
How can you tell a blond has been working at a computer?
There is white out all over the screen
***************
A blonde, a brunette and a redhead are stuck on an island.
One day, the three of them are walking along the beach and discover a magic lamp. They rub and rub, and sure enough, out pops a genie.

The genie says, "Since I can only grant three wishes, you may each have one."

The brunette says, "I've been stuck here for years. I miss my family, my husband, and my life. I just want to go home."

POOF! The brunette gets her wish and she is returned to her family.

Then, the red head says, "I've been stuck here for years as well. I miss my family, my husband, and my life. I wish I could go home too."

POOF! The redhead gets her wish and she is returned to her family.

The blonde starts crying uncontrollably.

The genie asks, "My dear, what's the matter?"

The blonde whimpers, "I wish my friends were still here."

A2, you are soooo lucky that you are down under. TAp Tap Tap. ANd I have to let you in on a little secret. When I start tapping my foot and have one hand on my hip, Tap Tap Tap, RUN! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yikes

been taking lessons from AW then ?? heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> or is it a mommy thing????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

of course I get the 'LOOK' as well then the eyes starting flashing .. head spins round heh heh no no ... that was the exorcist wasn't it???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Alright, time to change the flavor:

What's the last thing they heard the redneck say?

Hey y'all, watch this.

ba da dump dump

A2. Yup, just us feisty ones! We're the best you know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, I hate to admit it. But I must be having a "blonde" moment 'cause I have no clue what that means! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

good one RH!

OMG A2 Not the look.

My kids swear that they can feel it in the next city when they screw up. My dd25 says I sit on her shoulder and give her the look when she is about to do something she shouldn't. It keeps her on track! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Heck I have them so "trained" I don't have to be within a 100 kilometers of them! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That's funny, F-Again, because that one really tickled my sense of humour. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good one, RH. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

FF, we both echoed each other. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I hadn't seen your reply to RH when I'd posted.

Jen

Hey Jen, It's the real life that is the funniest, isn't it? Hi FF
Now both of you get the ba da dump dump? I am stiing all alone at my PC and talking out loud and STILL don't get it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

That's the drum roll at the punch line.

Jen

UH DUH!

hehehe

YL, That WAS a very good post! First time I have seen you write about your sitch too. Wow! You are very strong and open, I am impressed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hi Jen and FA-A,

How are ya? I have to jump off for a while so DD can play on disneychannel.com. They have this paper doll type game that she loves.

Talk to you later! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Wifes decription of what NASCAR stands for?

Non

Athletic

Sport

Created

Around

Rednecks

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Is not!!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Aussie, please don't start Robby off on NASCAR, it's one of his favourite things in the whole world. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

How's AW? She hasn't been in Idiotville for a while. BTW she told some great stories about YOU about 4000 posts ago!

Jen

Hi Jen

what a dobber she is!!!

besides I can't remember anything in the past before Xmas and funny enough not much after???

trust me I work for XXXXXXXXX <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

uh A2, translation please...what is a dobber?

You reckon she's a dobber after that story you told last night?

That's when we found out about the roo tail hanging on the line. I wish I could remember the others.

Aussie, is she ok? Are you ok?

Jen

Aha, we talk in a strange, foreign language down here, south of the Equator. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A dobber is a squealer. Or is that British? Trying to dredge up my best Sopranos, Colombo talk here. Someone who spills the beans to authority.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussie2:
 Wifes decription of what NASCAR stands for?

Non

Athletic

Sport

Created

Around

Rednecks

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Is not!!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>There's an implication here that this is somehow a BAD thing?

oh ok, well if you spoke english... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

FF, if Aussie and I really got going you wouldn't understand a word we were saying. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

In my normal "real" life I speak perfectly good, grammatical, mostly "American" English but there's something about Aussie that brings out the larrikin in me.

And a larrikin is an Aussie/Kiwi term for a redneck. LOL.

Jen

Oh forgot to tell you how she is.

well manic is a good description....... stopped her watching the tidal wave thing because of the triggers when the little 6 month old Perth boy was swept away from his mums arms.

So shes been gardening washing, digging, cleaning, until I stopped her, now shes watering... I'll take her shopping soon to get her mind off things.

What a great bowl game...

OSU is kicking the **** out of OSU!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ December 30, 2004, 10:10 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Who are OSU and why are they beating the **** out of another team called OSU?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Jen

[ December 30, 2004, 10:11 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

A2, never let a prego watch the news! I tell you I used to come to work crying every morning during my last pregnancy until the woman I worked with told me to stop watching the news and reading the paper! LOL she couldn't stand it anymore <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

FF, that happened to me as well. I'll always remember when I was pregnant with my son and there was a news item about these orphaned orang utang babies and they had put them in stretch baby suits and they were on the news.

I cried buckets and buckets and buckets. It was terrible. I can sort of laugh about it now but it was so upsetting at the time.

We've just been watching the news on the tsunami and I defy anyone, not just pregnant women, not to cry watching that. It's almost too much to take in. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

[ December 30, 2004, 12:26 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

HI guys and girls.

., I'm assuming you have heard from tt?!?!? How is she? No news from anyname, huh? I really thought there was another MB'er--can't think of the name.

Can't really get into MB tonight. I just hope and pray that everyone--EVERY SINGLE PERSON ON THIS EARTH does not take life for granted. And the stupidity of little miniscule unimportant things. LIFE. LOVE. LIVE!

I've been in a funk all week...and I finally figured it out...(duh)...the impact of this has just, I can't even describe it. Maybe, mourning. Maybe, reflective. Maybe just sorrowful. Probably a combination, and then some. Maybe I'm just getting my period. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (Hey, I'm still in I-ville, right?) And then I read about all of the ****ing stupidity on this site. The stupidity of affairs in general.

I read myrta and stan's "dillemma". You want a dillemma? How about the mother who had the "choice" of letting go of one of her kids to sure death--one was a 5 month old and the other a 2 year old (I think.) The Good Lord had an angel sccop up the 5-year old. And what about *THOSE* scars? The decision will be replayed daily, probably by the minute, in that mother's mind. And the 5-year old? Why did Mommy let go of me? And so it goes...I guess pain is pain, huh?

And amongst the 80,000...there's probably twofold of these decisions we will never know about.

Last time I cried like this was 9/11.

Sorry idiots, just had to get this out. Thanks, once again. Makes my question I was going to ask seem ****ing stupid. I'll save it for a different time.

LINY

<blockquote>quote:<hr />We've just been watching the news on the tsunami and I defy anyone, not just pregnant women, not to cry watching that. It's almost too much to take in.<hr /></blockquote>I only just read this...I agree...add men to that too.

Thanks guys for teh suggestion, I guess he mounting loss of so many poeple is very hard to accept isn't it.
Well we have had it hit close to home as well. Our neighbours come from Aceh in Indonesia and they returned there with their 13 yr old son who my son mentored this year in high school, young Brendon.
The grand parents who live with then have just told us they cannot contact them at all. No one in Indonesia can and they are listed as missing. Thy asked us if we could have our phone listed as a contact number so I said yes. Its 6.53pm here right now and no contact since Boxing Day... thats not good.

So we are cooking for their family right now and I'll do some fried rice - they taught me - its quick and simple and the least I can do.

Hits AW more than ever because of Peter but she isnt crying now just hoping the family are ok.

FAA: Sorry to confuse you with that ending. I wasn't sure how to write it, so I tried saying it outloud and then spelling it. It still didn't seem right, but that's what I went with. Oh well, guess I'm an idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

[ December 30, 2004, 06:36 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We've just been watching the news on the tsunami and I defy anyone, not just pregnant women, not to cry watching that. It's almost too much to take in <hr /></blockquote>I think the worst thing is seeing those parents that survived walking out carrying their dead children. That would suck to high he//. And even worse is all those dead are like "frozen" in the awful position of running or trying to get away. I've never seen so many dead with their arms out or up and their legs bent. It's sickening.

On a side note, I heard this one organization yesterday was saying that this is getting more press than the number one killer over there...malaria. Supposedly, some environmental group has been fighting the governments for years about spraying to ward off malaria and now it supposedly going to get even worse. God help those people.

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A good friend of mine is flying me to Ohio for a New Years party. I'll be leaving this afternoon but I'll check in when/if I can.

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Morning I'ville. I can't watch TV anymore right now. It is too painful. But, it sure puts our tragedies into perspective, doesn't it? At least we are here to fight another day.

It doubly scared me 'cause when WH was at sea, his ship had to outrun 2 tsunamis this summer. One a Category 3 another a category 5 - heading toward each other. I remember the terror of that. And no way to contact the ship and the satellite was down. Even the belts that strapped the crew in wasn't enough. No one slept in their racks for 3 or 4 days. It was in a chair or not at all. And they only got caught in the tail end of it!

Let's change the subject, please. Or at least try. Too much tragedy. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Lets get back Idiocy as we should I agree.....real world s bad enough out there right now.

The CIA had an opening for an assassin. After all of the background checks, interviews, and testing were done there were three finalists â€” two men and one woman. For the final test, the CIA agents took one of the men to a large metal door and handed him a gun.
â€œWe must know that you will follow your instructions, no matter what the circumstances. Inside this room you will find your wife sitting in a chair. You have to kill her.â€ The first man said.â€œYou canâ€™t be serious. I could never shoot my wife,â€

The agent replies, â€œThen youâ€™re not the right man for this job."

The second man was given the same instructions. He took the gun and went into the room. All was quiet for about five minutes. Then the agent came out with tears in his eyes. â€œI tried, but I canâ€™t kill my wife.â€ The agent replies, â€œYou donâ€™t have what it takes. Take your wife and go home.â€

Finally, it was the womanâ€™s turn. Only she was told to kill her husband. She took the gun and went into the room. Shots were heard, one shot after another. They heard screaming, crashing, banging on the walls. After a few minutes, all was quiet. The door opened slowly and there stood the woman. She wiped the sweat from her brow and said, â€œYou guys didnâ€™t tell me the gun was loaded with blanks. So I had to beat him to death with the chair.â€

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Aways knew women were the dealier of the species he he he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 You want a dillemma? How about the mother who had the "choice" of letting go of one of her kids to sure death--one was a 5 month old and the other a 2 year old (I think.) The Good Lord had an angel sccop up the 5-year old. And what about *THOSE* scars? The decision will be replayed daily, probably by the minute, in that mother's mind. And the 5-year old? Why did Mommy let go of me? And so it goes...I guess pain is pain, huh?
<hr /></blockquote>Both kids, Lachie & Blake survived.

His mother handed him (Lachie) to another woman while she protected Blake, the younger of the two.

Penalty on A2...

Repeating a joke already told in Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yeah watched that but then the young woman lost him the poor little guy but he got onto a door floating by... so many lucky tourists when you think of it.

morning Iville,

Wow, no idiocy this morning (except for that joke A2 groan) so much sadness.

The paper hear day before yesterday had a photo on the cover of bodies spread out to be identified. Most were covered but in the middle lay a baby of about 18 months uncovered and sweet as can be. After that I decided I can't read and watch about this tragedy that much. I sent a donation to the red cross yesterday. There just isn't much we can do and it is a very helpless feeling. BTW, I saw TT posting this week. I think she is ok. Have not seen anyname though.

We have some friends from church that live in Sri Lanka. No idea if they survived.

Anyway, I have to run to take DS to therapy this morning. Big hugs to you all. {{{{Iville}}}}

A2 hug that woman of yours for me.

Morning A2 and Robby. Are we the only ones up? It is 0620 here. A2 it is Thursday Dec 30/04. You are next day, right?

I have had my morning coffee. Well 4 cups worth and packed a couple of more boxes to get rady for my move. Then off to work. Went to work after 6 days to find out the other woman was "laid off" and I resigned yesterday as well. Boss unserstood my reasons but is sorry I have to go. He said I could change from part-time to full-time until I leave on the 13th of January. Nice of him. It is so scary not to have a job. THere is no way of knowing if WH will support me without me having to go to his command again. Sigh. Anyway who has some funny jokes? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

A2 no CIA jokes. That woman is way too close to being me. hehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> VERY determined.

Robby are you a computer geek? You have so many links in your posts. Do you have the biggest bookmark library in the world or what?

oh almost forgot...

Robby you are flying from the warmth of FL to the cold of Ohio and we are supposed to be happy for you? I guess that's why you are the Mayor! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Seriously, have a great time. We will certainly miss you. Happy New Year. I wish you peace, joy and love this coming year and to the rest of you idiots too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I know. My point was that he lived...

You still have 2 minutes in the penalty box!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby,

I had to listen to that twice to figure it out. That's too funny!

Dobie

Morning Dobie, FF. How are you today? One day left until the end of this year. Yay! And plans for you?

gotta run, hey Dobie! cya later.

It's a bit early but I don't know how much pc time I'll have in Ohio. I love you all and thank you so much for helping me this year.

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Morning all. It's my baby girl's first birthday today! How the heck did that happen so fast?

No big plans for New Year's here. I usually stay home for it. I always called it Amateur Night. Too many people out there who just don't know the right way to party.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Happy Birthday Dobie's Baby Girl!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

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Yep

Dec 30 Thursday evening & its 11.08pm here nearly one day left.........probably have a New Year Party here or at the dogs ......

We still have over 1000 Australians missing in Thailand so I reckon we can expect a lot more...and I've been put on notice late this afternoon to go to Thailand if we get a request for aid to reassert order in the areas. Lots of looting starting apparently. Worked with their Royal Marines & Special Forces before for some time in earlier years
can't see them letting me go with a crook leg unless its liaison with their CIC - went to school with him - and frankly seen enough dead people for a while.
Starting to get a bit too blaise about it .
doesn't affect me much at all anymore

Thanks Robby!

Mornin Y'all!

Once again, Robby has too much time on his hands!!

BUT, Mr. Mayor, we love you too, and are oh so glad we could be here for you! Have a great time in Ohio - bundle up, your blood's had time to thin-out!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Happy New Year to the rest of Idiotville!! May 2005 be a blessed and happy year for us all!!

Sorry to be short, have lots of errands to run today, and am hoping I can squeeze out of working tomorrow!

Love to you all,
YL aka LemonDash <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

PS - Happy Birthday to Dobie's little one, too!!

Woo Hoo Happy Birthday Dobie's Baby Girl <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Just watch HOW fast it all goes!! One minute I was holding this bright blue eyed little angle in my arms and now we are watching her look at wedding dresses........ sigh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
pity they learn to speak and answer back......LOL you just watch & see Dobie <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Oh and the fav word is NO...heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thanks aussie2. My son is almost seven, so I've learned way too much about "No". There's a book called "No David" by David Shannon that summed up my life with DS perfectly. It's about a little boy who is told NO all day long.

Now I just have to figure out what to get her today. (I'm a procrastinator) I'll probably get her a toy, but I'm betting that she'd prefer a box of tissue, a remote control, my telephone, some cardboard boxes, and a pint of Chunky Monkey. Those are her favorite things.

Adding:

The tragedy seen over there is almost unbelievable at times...those missing are in my thoughts and prayers, as are the family members and friends who are left to pick up the pieces and attempt moving on. Liny (I think?) is right, I haven't felt this saddened over loss of lives since 9/11...the devastation seen to property here, during the 4 hurricanes that hit this summer was nothing in comparison to the hundreds and thousands of lives lost in this horrible turn of nature. God help those people, give them comfort for their grieving souls, amen.

What kind of angle is she?

acute, right, obtuse, straight, reflex? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LOVE the no editing rule!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I love buying things for my kids when little..I always bought my son from age 1 a train set, because he NEEDED one really

Dobie,

Parents (magazine) makes toys. They have cell phones, car keys etc. that all make noise. The cell phone is pretty cool because you can record your voice into it. My S turned 1 in November. He's not fooled by them but plays with them to keep Daddy happy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You can get them at Target.

My MIL got her a little toy cell phone, but you're right, they do know the difference.

And I'm the worst one for getting the kids toys that I like. My inner child is a real whiner.

I like the new sesame st figures that sing & dance but AW won't buy one for me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

So I had to buy some for the new little niece, cutie if I ever saw one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

As the town PR rep, allow me to wax on poetically for a spell....

It is all about love.

I think as human beings we were designed to love. We can get philosophical, spiritual, whatever, but utlimately, isn't that what THIS is all about?

Things taste better when we are in love. Suddenly, we can hear birds chirping. The air just smells cleaner. We have more energy on less sleep. We stand taller. The skylines paint pictures we could not see before. All our favorite songs are on the radio. We start having continuous AWESOME HAIR DAYS! Each morning brings with it a sense of promise and hope and joy.

We see the greater good of humanity, the inherent goodness of people, God's delicate touch of love as He designed the races, faces, smiles of the people around us. We are more patient. Forgiving. Tolerant.

It must be this concept of reaching something bigger than us, yet, so much a part of who we are made to be as human beings, that makes romantic love so compelling.

Parental love is beautiful...I cannot relate to the pain and agony of losing a child. My children make me laugh and give me an awesome sense of purpose. They have been the one thing that have MADE me keep going when I wanted to stop being on this planet. Likewise, being a daughter, I can bask in the love that my parent's so willing share with me. It feels safe to be a loved, blessed child of two wonderful parents.

Friendly-love is fun. I enjoy laughing and playing practical jokes on my friends. They keep my days eventful, and are a great place to seek beauty advice and commiserate about men. And, they work to keep me up when I do not feel like being there, holding me accountable when I don't feel like being accountable.

But romantic love, that soul to soul, heart to heart, mind to mind, body to body connection is something that we as humans can only top with a relationship with our Maker.

Isn't that what we are all here for? Why we are all hurting? Why we are all hoping? Why we are all searching? Why we often are lucky enough to find it.

As an admitted hopeless romantic, I marvel at how my own opinion of romantic love has changed...

The biggest change is that I have lost my perception that when someone gives me their heart, that I am now entitled to act any way I please, because, after all, if they love me, that must mean that they love me UNCONDITIONALLY. I finally have realized that is just not true. I have a commitment to treat them with greater regard, greater delicacy, greater respect, and greater care than I treat any other human being on this earth with. I guess this really applies to all who are dear and near to my heart, but especially as it relates to my mate.

To the REAL Mr. Lucky: I have loved and lost. I have had the terrible, mind-numbing experience of watching my life, family, heart tear apart. But now, I am realizing how blessed I really am. I have learned some lessons that many never have the opportunity to learn. I have learned through hard knocks the things that will enable me to have a happy, long, healthy, passionate, REAL, ever-evolving relationship with you. I will not be lost in a love with you that is cantakerous and slowly dying away, from unmet needs and unhappiness, to eventually peter out, both us left with resentment, buried pain, and an unconscious hope for something, or as we have seen, someONE else. You are lucky enough to have the educated, matured, albeit a little roughed up, but, ultimately, new and improved me.

Here's to love. Here's to life's experiences that will make that love all that much sweeter. Here is to you.

Sniff sniff...and idiotville, I love you too....

That was lovely dipiT.

DipiT: I second Dobie's opinion, but one question, is Mr. Lucky the next guy or still the last guy. Sorry I don't fully remember your situation.

Lucky is NOT eyechart, if that is what you mean.

That's what I meant, and what you said even makes more sense now. Happy New Years to you and all!!

DipiT!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nice to see a founding member of Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OKay...before Imake my first post...if I don't "cya": HAPPY NEW YEAR'S ROBBY!!!

Happy New Year Liny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's ok to quit smoking on Monday!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good morning I-ville! (OOOOppps...it's 12:30--well, DD still woke me up--she kept telling EEma, "I lost Mommy and Daddy." Huh. Don't tell me for a minute that the children don't understand! BUT, rather than getting down, it did just the opposite: I feel warm and tingly (how gay) like I can make a difference. So, that's my outlook in 2005: I can make a good difference in lives!

dip, that *was* beautiful, hon.

Now....

{throwing the yellow flag at A2}
{showing the red card}
{Throwing him in the sin bin}
{guuter ball}
{ya fouled out}
{getting kicked in the grunties}

OK, that last one was uncalled for, but, hey, sure it happens in ARF!!! (anyway, that was starz starring in that joke!)

Haven't heard from brown yet...maybe she's actually working today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'll check in later if I can. If I can't, have a great day/nite everyone!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />It's ok to quit smoking on Monday!! <hr /></blockquote>I'll still have them so I'm smokin' 'em!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 I'll still have them so I'm smokin' 'em! <hr /></blockquote>Don't make me link to Lung Cancer pics!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Don't make me link to Lung Cancer pics!!<hr /></blockquote>Is the mayor becoming PC?!?!?!?

Aussie-if you have to go, remember that you have a bunch of Idiot Angels praying for you. We love you and that woman of yours! Tell her I miss her, okay? She's funner than homemade sin!

Why Ohio Robby???? A you effing stoned or what? The weather is back to normal here (high 70s), and not a moment too soon! Why go where it's colder???

But I hope you have a kickin' time!

- Kimmy

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Is the mayor becoming PC?!?!?!? <hr /></blockquote>Never!!

Political Correctness is a form of censorship!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Justuss,

I just tried to email you 3 times. It was rejected every time so I'm going to post it here. I'm sure you'll see it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Justuss,

I noticed that the word â€œcrapâ€ has been edited recently on the Idiotville thread but much stronger language isnâ€™t reported elsewhere.

I know it is your job to respond to any Reported Posts but isnâ€™t this being abused? The guidelines say to â€œbe sure to use the "Report Post" option if you find a very objectionable post you want the moderators to seeâ€.

Very objectionable, while subjective, seems to be very loosely applied.

Anywayâ€¦

I wanted to take a moment to wish you and your family a very Happy New Year!

Robby13
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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 But I hope you have a kickin' time!

- Kimmy <hr /></blockquote>Thanks Kimmy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'll be back Saturday night.

Quick trip! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown////"Hello Idiots. How is everybody doing today? I only have 2 1/2 hours left of He11 .... Urgh!!! I hope everybody is good for everybody. If I don't get a chance to say it, (b/c LINY hogs the computer!) everybody have a happy, healthy and safe New Year's Eve. Peace out Peeps!!!!!!
Brown"

Hi ids,

I can't think of anything to write, so I'll write...

TURTLE

I'm meeting my potential roommate for the 1st time tonight. Got my house all spiffed up for her; hope we hit it off okay.

GC

I (heart) GC!

You are too cute for color TV!

I also (heart) our DipiT! She's the rockin'-est!

Love you idiots!

Geez. The funk mustve passed. I'm feeling all schmaltzy. How gay.

Where's my JellyBing?

Settle down ST.

Hey GC!!

I hope you have a Happy New Year!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Aardvark!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

HAPPY NEW YEAR Idiots!!!!!!!!!

Time zones being what they are, blah, blah, blah it is already December 31 here.

2005 is going to be the BEST year ever. That's my New Year resolution.

And I've still got 'em but I've GOT to stop smokin' 'em. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yep, Liny, 9/11 was the last time I felt like this too. You & brown, being New Yorkers, must have felt that in a way we can only imagine. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Love to you all, be safe over New Year.

Jen

Dolphish.

Speaking of: Dwh got me a gold dolphish bracelet for Christmas. It matches the dolphish ring he got me a couple of years ago for Valen-hearts day. How sweet, huh?

GC,

ALLIGATOR.

Your new roomie is a "girl". Goodness me. (said like my mother would say it). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

[ December 30, 2004, 12:29 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Kimmy, Jen anyone around this late, well late for me...Hey its December 31 2.32am..... nearly there ...................baby its gotta be a better year!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hey Aussie might have to go AGAIN - to bloody Thailand this time.... though with his leg he should be in bed for 6 weeks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
Well at least no one will be trying to blow his head off there.

Watching all those kids with no parents and parents running around looking for their kids..just had to stop watching its just too upsetting for me. No more. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

NOT ALLIGATORS, JEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Alligators are to me, like suction is to Bob!!!!!!!!!

((((((((((((((severe shuddering....sitting in a corner in the fetal position...rocking back and forth, back and forth, back and forth....plucking eyebrow hairs out one at a time))))))))))))))))

Gators scare the bejeebers out of me. Nio gets called every once in a while out to a "gator in the road" call. He goes out in the patrol car, radios back in and says, "Yep. It's a gator." I told him if I ever find out he steps foot outside his vehicle with a gator, I'd string him up and beat him like a pinata. (shudder)

Did Aussie tell you I lub you, AW? (lub is the way my 5 yo says it)

How are you feeling besides which? Still get rumblies in your tumbly?

Hey, AW, good to see you back.

Heh heh, Kimmy, sorry, I shouldn't laugh but that picture of you rocking and plucking your eyebrows out one by one made me LOL.

Obviously, we don't have anything remotely resembling gators here. ('cept Gatorade LOL) I can't believe you really have gator callouts. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

No he didn't tell me zip.... he's distracted trying to walk WITHOUT his leg brace I'd say freaking MEN <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
but I'm trying to be good ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But thanks sweets thats nice and extra back at ya ...

tummy is a rumblin only when I eat <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

but getting better I think, that saltine trick seems to help a lot.

I really have to read a lot here to find out whats going on around the place.... any good stories I need to read at all ???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh dear, hes falln over.. again...... will that stop him ..no... shaking head in resignation big sigh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Yeah we do. They like the brackish backwaters down here. When he gets called out and finds one, they have Parks and Wildlife come get them and take the back to the preserve. There's one that lives at the Birding Center in Port A (where my mom lives) that's over 9 ft. long. He gives me the willies.

I can handle any other critter....but gators....only good for boots and bags, imo.

I pluck my brows when I'm freaked too. Sparrow said that I pulled on them the entire flight back from Italy. Wonder why!

Hornets are scary too, and mad!

Yep, my roomie is a "girl". I'll try not to fall in love with her. I hope she isn't too purdy.

Sorry, I'm horrible that way - I like purdy women, long as they don't reapply their makeup too often. I got no time for FMRs (frequent makeup reappliers).

GC

I hope she can cook!

My cousin had a guy roommate that was studying to be a chef. He tested out the most amazing recipes at her parties!

Hee hee, GC, isn't that all women????

AW, we LOVED the story Aussie told us about the sunbathing "incident." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

REAL gators out walking - I think I'd be freaked by that as well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen

Hey we have Crocs lots &lots of big crocs who eat tourists and fishermen YUCK

Had a 5 m one hunting some campers not long ago up north - oh thats about 16 feet... can you believe it was circling their camp at night trying to work out which tent the kids were in ???
Bring back croc hunting I say!!!!

what a way to go ,,shuddering ,,,,

rocking and plucking your eyebrows out one by one ????? stuff that!! its the razor now or nothing I haven't got the patience for it now...lol

Gotta go Idiots.

Probably see you later.

Jen

Sunbathing?????

OMG he told you about THAT???

That SOB I'll kill him!!!!!!

OMG <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

OMG

Yeah. (giggle) Sounds like something I woulda done......but then, if it was pre-surgery, the chichis woulda eclipsed the sun...total blackout down below.

No...No...No...AW...It was just "a woman."

{smacking .}

Hey AW!!!!!

Had to go bring brown back to hell, where I wil be headed rather shortly.

Porcupine.

Anyway, hope you all have a great second to and last day of 2004!

Good luck GC! (Want the deatils later!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Cya!

OMG ..I'm so embarrassed still about that... I just wanted to crawl under a table and hide even though I brazened it out...
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Next times he hops by I'll kick his leg you wait... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Geez, AW, you're among the Idiots. We've all done something idiotic. Some of us can't breathe without it.

Kimmy !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Gators need lovin' too!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Sunbathing?????

OMG he told you about THAT???

That SOB I'll kill him!!!!!!

OMG <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

OMG <hr /></blockquote>That'll teach ya for staying away too long!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Is that?...could be, but...No. Definitely...that's a smile.

Look! Two handbags humping!

Chi-ching...Any change?

They need lovin as Luggage <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy you dont undestand.... it was 200 plus people ..... I'm just glad it was the 2nd last day of the trip!!!!

OH damn... I wont need to kick him..I think hes just broken the breakfast table... Looks Like I'm going to have to get his crutches and get the fool to bed... of strike that.. I mean get the man to bed... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

have a great few hours of the second last day of the year my darlings as I think I'm going to be busy with the hero <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

interesting language hes using...... I didn't think that was even POSSIBLE... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />interesting language hes using...... I didn't think that was even POSSIBLE...<hr /></blockquote>You'd be amazed what comes out of our mouths. (Well, obviously not you!)

OK....really gotta go now...like someone's stoppping me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

{{{idiots}}}

AW -

Make him get in bed. And tell him it is someone else's turn to go save the world.

Lot's of Americans are sending money. Maybe they can pay the unemployed people to do the work. Aussie needs to rest up.

Still gonna kill him robby..maybe pillow over the head MMmmmmm

Revenge WILL come count on it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

better go hes 'whining' for the crutches <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

(and hes going to be grumpy as sh*t for failing you know that) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Revenge WILL come count on it.
<hr /></blockquote>It doesn't have to be something hard...just scrub the loo with his toothbrush and call it even.

(where's the devil smiley?)

Well...good afternoon Iville! You all have been very busy today. AW!!!! So good to "see" you! We have missed you. Though your hubby has been entertaining us well as you heard. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Don't worry about that story we all have done idiotic things and the scary part is I still do everyday!

Decided last minute to play hooky and not go to work. Ahhh 4 day weekend.

GC can't wait to hear about your new roomie. A girl??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Have fun Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

night Jen

My son's new computer game is rated for children 5-10 years old and I'm online trying to figure out how the heck to solve one of the sections.

um Dobie, maybe that's why you are in IDIOTVILLE! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Yeah, FF. Scary, huh? A friend asked me to have lunch with him the other day. He was in a bind. His female roomie "accidentally" left her diary sitting out, open, and he saw where it said that she's in loooove with him. Now he has to confront her with his knowledge, tell her no way, and hope that he doesn't have to move.

I wouldn't want that kind of pickle.

"Come and knock on our doooooor..."

GC

Ok, this bites!!!

I missed my flight because someone with my name is on the "Do not Fly" list!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Now I'm scheduled to leave at 7:30 in the morning.

I have to be there at 4:55 am for extra security check-in... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Robby, is your name "Michael Moore?" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

GC

Doesnt that just suck??

One night while working we had a fire call at a prison. Flames showing out a window yet they still had to run everyone through LEIN. I of all people, a part time cop, came back with an officer safety caution.

It doesnt have to be an exact match, just close, so if you have a common name guess what??

Turns out the OSC was for a guy who is 6' 6" 255 pounds and african american. I am 5' 10" 165 and white. lol

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by graycloud:
 Robby, is your name "Michael Moore?" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

GC <hr /></blockquote>LOL!

No, and I'm not obese either!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Afternoon all. Just got home from work. What a nightmare! I am off to post on the DD thread. I can't believe the frickin fog! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

WHere the he!! did DD's F go? THis screwup can't spend 1 frickin' New Year's Eve night with DD without it being my fault!

Okay, make me laugh. ANyone out there?

AWWW. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> No funnies. No drinks. How awful. No jokes, no sniper, no mayor. BLECH!

Okay, I am a thread killer. Sigh, (as I walk away kicking the can).

DRINKS ON THE HOUSE!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - Your name isn't OBL is it?

F-again - I'm here, been reading all the threads but have been busy with work and my property management business. Right now I have been working on the house from H*ll.

Hi, beleiver and RObby. I need a huge drink. No shooters. It is a definite rocky mountaif BFr day. A triple please.

Beleiver, the house from hell? You should have seen this house when we bought it.It was a grow-op. WIth the power cut off and vacant for 4 months after they got busted. THe entire electrical sysetm had to go thorugh inspection because they hacked STRAIGHT into the city's raw power. No breakers or anything! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I have birds in my attic. THe house not me! I had a leak in my roof right over my bed! All fixed of course. But the birds come back every year and birdy doo doo all over the windows from spring until winter. And we won't talk about the teenagers that thought it was their right to walk throughour yard every day, ten times a day, tease my dogs and smoke dope. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
I have birds in my attic. THe house not me! <hr /></blockquote>Sure, sure!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Tweet Tweet! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Rocky Mountain Bear ******

1/3 oz Tequila
1/3 oz Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey
1/3 oz Southern Comfort

Pour into shot glass starting with tequila, followed by J.D. and finally Southern. Shoot it.

I used Patron Silver for the tequila.

Hope you like it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

But it is a shooter!

[ December 31, 2004, 09:44 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Ya, Robby, I know. NOW! When my DS27 bought me 1st one, it was an ounce of each! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> And I shot it. Well, most of it. DUmb move, I am too old for that stuff. Blech, My head did a 360 and my eyes bulged out.

You are the one that made me realize my son was deliberately feeding me triple drinks. Evil Child! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I used to shoot Prairie Fires. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Nuts! Hit the ad insted of hte preview. Prairie Fires AKA Flaming *** wholes

[ December 31, 2004, 09:38 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I have birds in my attic<hr /></blockquote>Bats in the belfy? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

err belfry &%$# rule about editing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

One Friday, two women were sitting and talking. One woman looked up and saw her husband coming down the street with a bunch of flowers in his hand.
She rolled her eyes and said, â€œThere comes the ******* with flowers in his hand. Now he'll expect me to spend the weekend on my back with my legs in the air.â€

Her friend promptly replied, â€œDon't you have a vase?â€

[ December 31, 2004, 09:41 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

So this guy walks into a bar and says, "Gve me two beers."
The bartender obliges him.

The guy looks into his wallet and says, "Give me two more beers."

So the bartender gives him two more beers. The man went on like this until he had put down ten beers, and keeps on going in his wallet and asking for two more beers.

So the bartender asks, "What's in your wallet that you keep looking at?"

So the man opens his wallet and says, "The more I drink, the prettier my wife gets."

FF. Bats in the Belfry? THey were sure driving me nuts this summer. All I could here was this skittering noise over my head while I tried to sleep. Creepy. Yucko. BLECH!
I don't know..... Okay. Yup. Otherwise why would I be here? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yup those flowers would be uncomfortable. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Another hour gone by and no one's posted...skeleton crew tonight. (At hell too--actually got my work done! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

<blockquote>quote:<hr />And we won't talk about the teenagers that thought it was their right to walk throughour yard every day, ten times a day, tease my dogs and smoke dope. <hr /></blockquote>Didn't know my sons walked that far.

Sore subject--once again, brown and I got into it again because of them.

Anyhoo, if i don't see everyone: Happy New Year's! (especially to AW, A2 & .!!!!)

(Believer--good to "see" you!!!!)

FF

taking lessons in humour from Aussie & liny ????......... stress yes thats what it is stress..twists your mind I guess........LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So just because I can Idecide to help some new Moms & dads out by ans all those common questions .........

Q. Should I have a baby after 35?
A. No, 35 children is enough.

Q. When will my baby move?
A. With any luck, right after he/she finishes high school.

Q. How will I know if my vomiting is morning sickness or the flu?
A. If it's the flu, you'll get better.

Q. Since I became pregnant, my breasts, rear-end, and even my feet have grown. Is there anything that gets smaller during pregnancy?
A. Yes, your bladder.

Q. What is the most common pregnancy craving?
A. For men to be the ones who get pregnant.

Q. What is the most reliable method to determine a baby's sex?
A. Childbirth.

Q. The more pregnant I get, the more often strangers smile at me. Why?
A. 'Cause you're fatter than they are.

Q. My wife is five months pregnant and so moody that sometimes she's borderline irrational.
A. So what's your question?

Q. What's the difference between a nine-month pregnant woman and a model?
A. Nothing, if the pregnant woman's husband knows what's good for him. SNIP SNIP

Q. How long is the average woman in labor?
A. Whatever she says, divided by two.

Q. My childbirth instructor says it's not pain I'll feel during labor, but pressure. Is she right?
A. Yes, in the same way that a tornado might be called an air current.

Q. When is the best time to get an epidural?
A. Right after you find out you're pregnant.

Q. Is there any reason I have to be in the delivery room while my wife is in labor?
A. Not unless the word "alimony" means anything to you.

Q. What does it mean when the baby's head is crowning?
A. It means you feel as though not only a crown but the entire throne is trying to make its way out of you.

Dont want to overload you with wisdom on the last day of the year.....hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Q. When is the best time to get an epidural?
A. Right after you find out you're pregnant.<hr /></blockquote>And keep it going til after they move out! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW, told brown at work about that woman on the skylight? (She hasn't even been lurking last few days...)
Well, the looks I got in my office! I thought she was gonna pee in a 7-11 cup!

G'nite all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

PS Hey GC...how'd it go with your "interview?"

She was "frazzled" and postponed 'til tomorrow.

But my friends from CA who wer supposed to leave today got bumped, so I spent some time with them instead.

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I thought she was gonna pee in a 7-11 cup!
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Liny found his funny!

morning Iville! Happy New Year to Jen, A2 and especially a very funny AW! LOL, loved the pg jokes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby should be safely off the ground by now and on his way to brrr...Ohio.

My DS way up half the night barfing. It was a fun night for me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hope everyone has a happy and safe New Year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning Everyone. I have my ginormous latte coffee. How is everyone. Who has plans for tonight? Me, alone contemplating life. Trying to keep an optimistic outlook for the New Year.

OT, I went to www.tarot.com and got my cards read for fun(free after you register). Whoah! It can sure be interpreted to fit my sitch. Even the warnings! Strange but a good diversion.

Hullo I'ville !. Hope you all had a great Christmas !

Just got back fronm Margaritaville and am jet lagged and tired up the wazoo. Thought I'd check in though and say a TRULY happy new Year to all folks here of good heart. May 2005 bring hope, love , joy and SF to all of us !

{{{{I'ville}}}}

Hey FA-A! No plans this evening. Just me and the family at home. Sorry you are alone tonight. My DS is sick so I don't even know if I will stay up til midnight.

My H and I are going through some weird stuff. I think he is having some angry spikes? Hard to deal with but I am hanging in there so far.

Bob, I see you posting out there! Welcome back. How was your holiay in Florida? BTW, very good response to TA.

FA-A, where's my coffee? I am dying here.

Hi F-Again, FF, and Bob and family.

New Years Eve, I'll be cooking stuff for sons, roommates and neighbors. Also usually babysit for couples that want to go out. I don't like to go out New Years Eve - never have - the clubs all overcharge and are too crowded. I think it is highly over rated.

Hey FF!!

10.49pm few hours to the New Year to go ...........all so scary quiet around here.

We were going to the dogs - I mean separately from Aussie & I heheheheh - but someone hurt their leg last night so its swollen to about 3 times the size it should be. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

(Did a very bad thing today - LB do you think???- ..I called his CO and told them his leg was stuffed for 6 weeks - broken etc so he was washed out of any Thailand or assistance work ......yikes did A2 go off at me)

well hes talking to me so we'll see how the temper is later.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hi B, Happy New Year to you! I don't go out either. My H and I don't drink and I worry about drunk drivers on the road. I like to be safe and warm in my house watching movies or watching the ball drop on TV. Bought us some sparkling apple cider to drink and my DD has a friend spending the night.

Hey Bob welcome back...hope the hols were just great!!

Believer how are things with you ???

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Hey FF, Here you go. Extra large and just the way you like it.

Bob, welcome back.

Yes, I am alone. I am seriously looking at all my options for the next year. So I am a tiny bit lonely. But, I need this time to regroup. I am so battered right now that my LB is so low, I might never recover. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Enough serious talk. I am strong. DOwn but not out. Yet. BUt, seriously considering whther I even want WH back. Only thing in his favour is that working things out will be best for DD. NOt for me. I just want a mountain to drop on him. Slowly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi FF, Believer !

Had a lovely holiday in Fla thanks. Very little R talk and the sound of both of us breathing deep and easy as a result abounded !

I spent so much time with my kids that I'm a litle sick of 'em, and them of me which is great !!!!!!!!!

Miami was exciting and great, the keys were varied and peaceful. Lovely.

Lots of work to do still tho'. My expectations from my Marriage are far higher now than before the A. I won't settle for 'pleasantness' any more.

Good holiday though ! I LOVE Florida ! Got a Xmas card from Friend FNCJ too which was lovely !!!!

FAA - there you are I can see you hiding behind that ginormous latte coffee ...how are you..less than 1 hour to go then ...woo hoo a new year!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, I am so glad it went well and your kids had a good time. Sounds like you and Squid did too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I am taking your example and told my H that I do not want our old M back. I want to work on a newer M with us being happy together not tolerating each other. Slow going though cuz he is still recovering from my Dday. Has been in an angry mode the past few days.

HEY AW!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! you here me shouting all the way from California? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning AW and believer. Coffee's on. WHere are the funnies? COmics. UH DUH, the paper AND the funny joke. Funny like AWs pregos stuff. I could sooo relate <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

ok---ive read and kept up with this whole thread...figure its about time i say hello and ask if i can move to I-ville. whenever i need a break from reality i find myself here anyway.

happy new year to the ones celebrating it in a bit!!!

Hi Nikko,

Welcome to Iville! Robby is the Mayor, Jelly is the Queen (Jelly rules shh don't tell Robby). You need to tell us three non A idiotic things you have done and then get a job! I am the part time short order cook and 411 information lady. We have a sharp shooter, activity director, umm boy do I need coffee cuz I can't remember anyone's job this morning. Well...I AM an idiot!

SURE CAN hehehehe

can relate to the angry H mode right now.......... oh well I'll enjoy the new year ven if he doesnt want to..kids are up..oops correction DD is up DS is asleep...I have 1 niece & 1 nephew watching catrtoons on foxtel 10 yes old & 6 yr old determined to see out the new year...35 mins to go

Now jokes for FAA hehehe

Q. Is there anything I should avoid while recovering from childbirth?
A. Yes, pregnancy.

Q. Does pregnancy cause hemorrhoids?
A. Pregnancy causes anything you want to blame it for. (Husbands?? ...... we're working on that one)

Q. Where is the best place to store breast milk?
A. In your breasts.

Q. Is there a safe alternative to breast pumps?
A. Yes, baby lips.

Q. What does it mean when a baby is born with teeth?
A. It means that the baby's mother may want to rethink her plans to nurse.

Q. How does one sanitize nipples?
A. Bathe daily and wear a clean bra. It beats boiling them in a saucepan.

Q. What are the terrible twos?
A. Your breasts after baby stops nursing cold turkey.

Q. What is the best time to wean the baby from nursing? When you see teeth marks?
A. NO. When you FEEL teeth marks.

Q. Do I have to have a baby shower?
A. Not if you change the baby's diaper very quickly.

Q. Our baby was born last week. When will my wife begin to feel and act normal again?
A. When the kids are in the 5th year of their own marriage.

BTW Nikko, if you have kept up with this entire thread you ARE an idiot! LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KNOCK KNOCK FF. It is right in front of you!

You ARE in I'ville. It is extra large, too! Did someone else take it? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Bathe daily and wear a clean bra. It beats boiling them in a saucepan.
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I think AW snuck off with my coffee! AW that is a no no! How's the pg going? Feeling better? Hug that man of yours for us ok? He is a gem. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW! NO coffee for the mother-in-waiting! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> FF a fresh one on the way.

Welcome Nikko - this is our little hideaway from all the stress on this board.

AW - your teeth joke reminded me of something. I nursed my sons until they were 3. I was standing in line at the grocery store one day with my oldest in the grocery cart. He started unbuttoning my blouse and yelled out "Mom - give me a tit." That was the end of his nursing days.

got it thanks FA-A.

Where is Liny this morning? He is usually on here right after I get up. I have 3 sleeping kids in the house and rain outside. H is at work and I am OFF today!! Woo hoo! Been sitting here for an hour snickering at the 'puter in between putting sheets and towels in the washer from DS night last night. Yuck, my jammies, the sheets, two changes of his jammies, towels etc. But fortunately he stopped barfing about 4 am.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Mom - give me a tit." That was the end of his nursing days.

<hr /></blockquote>That is funny b! I nursed DD until she was 19 months old. I weaned her when she started saying "boob". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

ok---get a job......gonna need help with that one.

one of the stupid things ive done...let me see...dont think i can top AW incident on the roof or the waxing incident....(dobie, you had me in tears..lol),

oh ok i got one...there was this ad on e-bay for a diet. sounded so good and i really need a good diet. the last one i was on was very unhealthy(the infidelity diet). i got real sick from that one! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> so anyway i see this add and i think---wow--someone to actually design a diet especially for me...sounds good! i think im gonna go for it!!! i need someone to keep me on track and design a diet just for me....10,000.00 or not---i'll find a way. sell a kid or something....lol

but i never really got a good answer to my questions from the seller.....oh well.....

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ok Nikko.. nice try but the Mayor's diet doesn't count!

AW, YOu are very funny. Welcome nikko. Are you evading the 3 things/

Hey I have a great idea! WHere is that lightbulb emoticon? I would love to see a separate thread with I'ville 3 idiot things for each user. That would be the comic relief for a quick hit. An I'ville application form so to speak. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What do you think? I would even volunteer to put them together. But I think I need a consensus. Mayor, Jelly? Everyone?

Welcome Nikko <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

well you already have ONE idiot thing...keeping uop with this whole thread he he he NOW thats a good one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Now you just need 2 other idiot things <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

New Year's Resolutions

As we all start a new year, it is time again to make those ever so important New Year's Resolutions. I have faithfully made such resolutions in the past, and while I haven't been able to keep all of them, I have tried my best to continue making progress on them year after year.
Following is my revised list of "New Year's Resolutions - 2005 Edition":

Resolution #1 2002: I will try to be a better husband to Marge. 2003: I will not leave Marge. 2004: I will try for a reconciliation with Marge. 2005: I will try to be a better husband to Wanda.

Resolution #2 2002: I will stop looking at other women. 2003: I will not get involved with Wanda. 2004: I will not let Wanda pressure me into another marriage. 2005: I will stop looking at other women.

Resolution #3 2002: I will not let my boss push me around. 2003: I will not let my sadistic boss drive me to the point of suicide. 2004: I will stick up for my rights when my boss bullies me. 2005: I will tell Dr. Hodger and the group about my boss.

Resolution #4 2002: I will read at least 20 good books a year. 2003: I will read at least 10 books a year. 2004: I will read 5 books a year. 2005: I will finish Airport.

Resolution #5 2002: I will not get upset when Charlie and Sam make jokes about my baldness. 2003: I will not get annoyed when Charlie and Sam kid me about my toupee. 2004: I will not lose my temper when they tell the guys I wear a girdle. 2005: I will not speak to Charlie and Sam.

Resolution #6 2002: I will get my weight down below 180. 2003: I will watch my calories until I get below 190. 2004: I will follow my new diet religiously until I get below 200. 2005: I will try to develop a realistic attitude about my weight.

Resolution #7 2002: I will not take a drink before 5:00 p.m. 2003: I will not touch the bottle before noon. 2004: I will not become a "problem drinker". 2005: I will not miss any AA meetings.

Resolution #8 2002: I will not spend my money frivolously. 2003: I will pay off my bank loan promptly. 2004: I will pay off my bank loans promptly. 2005: I will begin making a strong effort to be out of debt by 2006.

Resolution #9 2002: I will see my dentist this year. 2003 I will have my cavities filled this year. 2004: I will have my root canal work done this year. 2005: I will get rid of my denture breath this year.

Resolution #10 2002: I will go to church every Sunday. 2003: I will go to church as often as possible. 2004: I will set aside time each day for prayer and meditation. 2005: I will try to catch the late night sermonette on TV.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!!!

WOO HOO lets hope that for all of us it will be a GOOD year too!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Now how many girls out there can relate to excuses their husbands gave them for not being home for their wedding anniversary â€¦â€¦.my first!!!
More years ago then I want to count when we were not long married - the first year - Aussie was posted to Thailand for a short period and came out of the bush up there after a few weeks dirty smelly and very tired..

Now any normal person would want to get clean & sleep but not him oh no.

So he & his mate grabbed a bottle of Thai whiskey each - skull cracker homemade juice you can buy up there - and started drinking, and drinking, and drinking ..you get the idea..

So they climb on top of the command office roof to hide from the SM who was looking for them and drop down into a watch post set on top of the roof and continue drinking, its getting dark, and so these two heroes decide it would so much fun to set the flares off they found in the watch post.

Aussie flicked one while holding the handle down and threw it over the edge.
Nice big bang opened the nightly entertainment I understand and then they send off some more ...then the whole box.
Laughing their heads off. Nearly totally para I an told the two of them

Now they must of thought everyone was getting to the swing of things as sirens started going off and perimeter lights came on and saw people running all over the placeâ€¦â€¦â€¦â€¦ what a fun pair you would thinkâ€¦

However, what they did was set of warning flares for a insurgency attack and well when the watch officer saw the explosion he added 1 + 5 together and got 2 â€¦â€¦â€¦â€¦. And thatâ€™s why he was 10 days late for our first wedding anniversary â€¦â€¦â€¦â€¦..he was under detention and I sort of wondered if this was the real Aussie ,,sigh more often then not ..until he went to officer training where he was made into a gentlman ... sgt fists must of been pretty sore by the end of it though
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I'm sitting on this plane, eating my dinner, when all of a sudden the captain comes on the loudspeaker and tells us that the plane is about to crash land into the mountains. The next thing I know this woman from the front of the plane jumps up from her seat and starts screaming like a lunatic.
"I can't die today! I WON'T die today! I am twenty-seven years old! I have been on countless dates and no one has ever made me feel like a woman! Please, I don't want to die like this! Is there anyone on this airplane that can make me feel like a woman?"

The entire plane went from hysteria to complete silence. Then, from the back of the plane, someone stood up. He was a dark, tall, well-built, handsome man.

"I can make you feel like a woman," was his reply.

He started walking slowly down the isle to the woman, who was now shaking with anticipation. One by one he started unbuttoning his shirt buttons, revealing his rippling stomach muscles. He quickly took his shirt off, slowly reached for her trembling hand, looked in her eyes and said...

"Iron this!"

ok im thinking.....i have been sick for 2 weeks now and the meds are clouding my mind. give me a bit and i'll come up with two more things.

ok got one....one thanksgiving i actually cooked the turkey with the bag still in it with the innards. i looked in the cabity of the bird when i was washing it out and no bag....i figured they missed putting it in. so i dressed it and cooked it. WHEN THE HELL DID THEY START PUTTING THE INNARDS IN THE NECK CAVITY!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

(IM A CHEF.....THIS WAS REALLY SAD.....)

DOES POSTING IT TWICE COUNT??? lol I REALLY BELONG HERE!!!!

I think I will hang up my short order cook hat and hand it off to you Nikko... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

2005 WOW...DOESN'T IT LOOK STRANGE????

might have to watch it quietly for awhile just to be sure.

Now how will know if he truly loves you??????

When you come over to visit, they start picking up -- they shove underwear under their beds, (theirs and other women's) they move the Playboy centerfold to a less frequented room and they hide dirty dishes in less conspicuous places.

They let you see the remote control. You as a woman will never actually GET to use the remote, so consider a distant viewing of it a positive sign.

They rub your feet for 1-2 minutes before requesting a BJ.

They take one of those Cosmo quiz things without complaining. Although they will resent you for it for LIFE (please make a note of it)

They turn off the computer in order to spend more time with you. If they actually delete the porn mail- you can expect a proposal within weeks.

They use "we" when they used to use "I" ("We can't go out tonight. We're giving me a BJ")

They stop making references to their ex-girlfriends ("I am in love with my ex-girlfriend", "I am stalking my ex-girlfriend" and "Gee- my ex-girlfriend sure gave me a great BJ!")

They don't mind that their parents, pets and children like you better. Their friends will never like you better- they undoubtedly want to sleep with you, but they will never like YOU.

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groan...AW that was not the best way to start the NY. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DS wisdom not mine......lol

cynical isn't she. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

This is more my style............
THE WOMEN'S GUIDE TO MEN'S ENGLISH

"I'm hungry" = I'm hungry

"I'm sleepy" = I'm sleepy

"I'm tired" = I'm tired

"Do you want to go to a movie?" = I'd eventually like to have sex with you

"Can I take you out to dinner?" = I'd eventually like to have sex with you

"Can I call you sometime?" = I'd eventually like to have sex with you

"May I have this dance?" = I'd eventually like to have sex with you

"Nice dress!" = Nice cleavage!

"You look tense, let me give you a massage." = I want to fondle you

"What's wrong?" = I don't see why you are making such a big deal out of this

"What's wrong?" = What meaningless self-inflicted psychological trauma are you going through now?

"What's wrong?" = I guess sex tonight is out of the question

"I'm bored" = Do you want to have sex?

"I love you" = Let's have sex now

"I love you, too" = Okay, I said it...we'd better have sex now!

"Yes, I like the way you cut your hair" = I liked it better before

"Yes, I like the way you cut your hair" = $50 and it doesn't look any different!

"Let's talk" = I am trying to impress you by showing that I am a deep person and maybe then you'd like to have sex with me

"Will you marry me?" = I want to make it illegal for you to have sex with other guys

"I like that one better" (while shopping) = Pick any freakin' dress and let's go home!!!

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got another idiot thing...boy that steaming hot shower helped.....

goes back to the waxing stuff.....i was also a hairdresser/colorist for over 20 yrs....

our shamppooist decided to was herself...yes down there...now you have to keep in mind she only shampooed...was not a licsenced cosmotologist. she had done eyebrows and lip waxing....so really whats thie difference right...just a bigger area. so off she goes at the end of the day, unbeknownst to us what she is going to do...as we are finishing up on the floor we all hear this bloodcurddling scream...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> ....i run in there and she is covered---and i mean covered with wax down there....and yes it is the heated professional kind..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> didnt miss a spot---covered the whole thing--all at once...still not quite sure how she did this but.....after i pick myself off the floor and she is done kicking me for laughing so hard....i stay for 4 hours to help her remove the wax. now at this point you must be saying....wow what a wonderfull thing to do, this isnt idiotic.....but let me finish....i spent 4 hours with a low heated curling iron and wax strips down there, one little section at a time, reheating the wax and removing it. put strip on....rub slowly with iron to heat it up slowly....dont miss and burn her....RIPPPPPP! NEXT SPOT.

4 hours doing this.......only to realize we arent out of the liquid wax remover it is just in the back room!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

ok Nikko, you must be our resident sadist. One more... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

A blonde tried to sell her old car. She was having a lot of problems selling it, because the car had 250,000 miles on it. One day, she told her problem to a brunette she worked with at a salon. The brunette told her, "There is a possibility to make the car easier to sell, but it's not legal." "That doesn't matter," replied the blonde, "if I only can sell the car." "Okay," said the brunette. "Here is the address of a friend of mine. He owns a car repair shop. Tell him I sent you and he will turn the counter in your car back to 50,000 miles. Then it should not be a problem to sell your car." The following weekend, the blonde made the trip to the mechanic. About one month after that, the brunette asked the blonde, "Did you sell your car?" "No," replied the blonde, "why should I? It only has 50,000 miles on it."

Hey Y'all!!

Wow, have you been busy today!!!

Happy New Year AW!!

BOB!!! So very glad to see you post...and that you had a good holiday. I must admit I was abit concerned for you and your family, and have spent a lot of time praying for you the last week or so...I had heard about an auto accident near Orlando, which involved two British families, it did not end well (I know you said you'd be in S. FL, but didn't know if your trip might include a day with Mickey Mouse)...SO, I've been praying ever since that you and your family were spared that tragedy, and I'm so relieved to see you post again!!

To All of Idiotville, have a happy and blessed New Years!! Love and {{Hugs}} to you all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy New Year YL!

{{{IDIOT}}}
(from brown too!)

NIce to be home together!

"I eat pieces of s$it like you for breakfast!"

<blockquote>quote:<hr />OT, I went to www.tarot.com and got my cards read for fun(free after you register). Whoah! It can sure be interpreted to fit my sitch. Even the warnings! Strange but a good diversion.<hr /></blockquote>I know it is just entertainment, but,, wow! This is scary how close/dead on some of the "readings" can be!

BOB!!!!!! Welcome back!

Too much coffee this mornin'...gotta go find a 7-11 cup!

Nikko! Welcome! Dietician, huh? Certainly not chef! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good to see so many idiots! (Really.) Brown and I have had a rough few days.

Posted to edit: And I usually do NOT say this, but, I am so glad 2004 is ending!

Here's to a healthy, happy, proseperous, self-preserving, self-growth, and togetherness--for all in 2005! (It won't be the same without [censored] though!)

Can I edit the above last line?!?!?!?

GOOD MORNING IDIOTS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!

8.30am, January 1 2005 in this neck of the woods.

We didn't stay up to watch it in but were woken at 1.30 this morning by (real) idiots singing "taooo-taaaaaaaooo" at the top of their voices about 3 streets away. @**%$ numbskulls. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hi Nikko, reading this whole thread sure does count you as an Idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

BOB, WELCOME BACK!!!!!!!

Jen (.)

(brown just left the room! (She said if she was sitting she would have fallen off the chair.)

Liny, you may absolutely not edit that last line!!!!

It gave me my first laugh of 2005. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

.

Happy New Year . & , & AW & A2!!!!

YL
Awwww ! I'm touched ! Sorry to hear about any accident of course, 'specially on vacation. So many Brits drive on the 'wrong' side for the first time in Orlando tho' it carnage for tourists there. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I was never closer than a six hour drive from cold, cold Orlando this holiday though ! And no accidents. I must say though I'm not sure an accident wouldn't have improved the looks of our hire car - a pontiac aztek. What a DONKEY lookin' car ! We have the Fiat Multipla in Europe which looks like a pig with back trouble, but the Aztek is a whole new ballgame of ugliness !

* erm not a bad family car for a thousand miles round Florida though! * <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

LINY, darlin' how you doing ? I thought of you and Brown while I was on holiday. Hoped you be OK but the holidays always exascerbates any ambient strife in my experience.

Like you , man, I can't wait to bury 2004 in the sh1t pit it so richly deserves. 2004 tried to kill me but failed. I think I have to wear spurs on 2005....

Squid & I had a perfectly nice, loving holiday but its clearer than ever that we have a bucket of stuff to discuss. Squid wants to put 'it' behind her into a 'never mention again' folder. I can't do that. She has to change some fundamental behaviours of we are to have a good rest-of-our-life.

I've set the bar higher for our M now that it was set before. 'tolerable' don't cut it anymore.

If it wasn't for the kids I honestly think I'd be a lot more forthright in my engagements with Squid.
Anyway....

Must get on with getting over my jetlag so I can fly to Vegas on friday to start it all over again !! ( start of year sales kickoff thing).

Love and care to you and Brown, Liny. Remember anything you can lisft or swing is a suitable 'correction aid' for those Gorillas you have house sitting right now.

I could KILL a Gin and Tonic. May have to go make one. later folks.

Hi Nikko! So good to see you here!

This year I took the innards out of the goose for Christmas. I failed to notice the 12 inch NECK that was still in the body cavity until after we carved it. The dog greatly appreciated his treat.

Off topic, but if anyone ever wants to roast a goose you have GOT to brine it overnight. It made a huge difference. Even the neck was nice and juicy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Dobie

I can see Fraggles lurking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey, Frags, you closed the bar and left about a gazillion pages ago and we've been (sort of) dry in I'ville since then. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Hey Liny, you sleep in this morning? Hi to brown too. Hey Jen! Did I cover every one? Oh Dobie you too.

Hey, FF, Happy New Year to you.

I started a post before where I was going to say HNY to everyone by name in Idiotville but I realised half way through it that I was going to miss people out so I gave it up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

First:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />LINY, darlin' how you doing ?<hr /></blockquote>Does this have anything to do with the "Mr. Clark" comment?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I thought of you and Brown while I was on holiday. Hoped you be OK but the holidays always exascerbates any ambient strife in my experience.
<hr /></blockquote>We've *all* missed you! Yeah, it was a bit stressful. But, we got through it *together*. Funny that you posted today. You know what I dreampt of last night? Royally kicking the s$it out of my oldest son. Ya know the latest? Brown absolutely despises (to be nice) any other hole in face besides God-given ones and earrings. Well guess what he goes and gets yuesterday? A lip ring! (Mind you, he has paid a whopping $90 towards rent since October.) Of course he says his friend bought it for him. Brown was literally going to rip it out. Don't know what stopped her. Guess all of the additional bills it would cause by rushing him to the ER.)
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Like you , man, I can't wait to bury 2004 in the sh1t pit it so richly deserves. 2004 tried to kill me but failed. I think I have to wear spurs on 2005....<hr /></blockquote>AMEN!!!

Great to hear you had a splendid time!

Not gonna quote the rest of what you wrote, but, I hear ya--from the "other side." I understand this *HAS* to be discussed. But like squid, I just want to get on with it. I know I can't though. And, I'm sure she realizes it too.

OK...one more quote...
<blockquote>quote:<hr />I've set the bar higher for our M now that it was set before. 'tolerable' don't cut it anymore.<hr /></blockquote>AMEN to that too! And ya know? I think, from everything you've told us, for the huge progress she's made and what she's been through, Squid probably feels the same way--no, she *does* feel the same way. She may not know how to express it just yet, but. She's there with you, working...*TOGETHER*!

If it wasn't for the kids I honestly think I'd be a lot more forthright in my engagements with Squid.
Anyway....

Sweet dreams to you and yours Bob!

BTW, <blockquote>quote:<hr />Remember anything you can lisft or swing is a suitable 'correction aid' for those Gorillas you have house sitting right now.<hr /></blockquote>Figurative or "real" gorillas?!?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I certainly understand that Jen when I could not for the life of me remember anyone's job here! Happy NY to you! Ok, now I really do have to get something done around here. My house is a disaster zone.

LINY,

Even if it was given to him, he can hock it for rent money, right?

Dobie

Hey ff!....sorta just shut my eyes again and went back to sleep--until brown yelled at the baby for destroying the living room. (I think it was more at me, cause she thought I was awake!)

OK, Idiot question coming up....

Dobie, how do you hock a hole?

(Although I'm sure many of us would like to "hock an a'hole!!!!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

DAGNABIT! There's no "retrieve post" button.

Sounds like I'm a gay prostitute or something!

ROFL! That's so bad! I meant the jewelry.

Dobie

LINY, don't sweat the lip jewellery.

Son had huge ear stud things, nipple rings and he's got tatts on both legs, on his back, front and on his right arm. The face and body jewellery are gone but I guess he's stuck with the tatts for life. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

He doesn't work, as you know, but he's turned into a very reasonable human being. Still drives us nuts by not moving out but there's talk of him moving in with his girlfriend soon.

Your boys are much younger than my son and I'm guessing they'll grow up a lot faster than he has. Yours sound more "typical slacker boys" than my son ever was. My son seemed to have problems that were more than typical teenage problems. He was badly bullied at school when he was about 14 and that seemed to be the real start of his problems. (We moved him away from that school in the end).

Jen

Heh heh Liny, you can't help yourself can you??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Stay AWAY from it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />"typical slacker boys" <hr /></blockquote>{throwing confetti, tooting the whistles, popping the cork, going crazy over here in NY...}

. wins the "Understatement of 2004 award"!!!!!!!

Actually ., it's the fact that brown *specifically has asked/demanded since he was 16 *NOT* to do this. Just yet another thing on the long list of disrespectful things our son(s) have done. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Stay AWAY from it. Ditto

OK...turning the keyboard over to brown...(after she finishes up with Atari.)

Have a great New Year's everyone! I'll be back later! (yes, that was a threat! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

OK...one more question before I go...

What the heck is "it" or did I just not have enough coffee yet?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Sorry, Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

.

Am I an idiot, or what?!?!?!?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Sorry, Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>?????????

"it" is *THE* thread that you can't keep away from. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

Oh....Like I said, though....I'm done. Like I told Bob, probably about two months ago:
He obviously needs help in one way or another.

Anything else I post will be attacking, WHICH I WILL NOT DO, so, I'm done!

Have a great first day of 2005 .!

[ January 04, 2005, 10:11 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Sorry for "minimising" your problems with your boys. I know what it's like to live with that sort of behaviour and it's very trying, to say the least.

Jen

Dredging up my memories of being a semi-slacker as a teenager.

I remember doing a few stupid things and my Dad was the BEST at dealing with them. He didn't snarl or yell or threaten or anything. He'd just get very quiet and sadly tell me how disappointed he was by my decision.

I'd be all geared up to argue or defend myself and it'd completely deflate me. I was a pretty big softie as rebellion went. Perhaps this won't work as well on your son. But if it's important, the method might be worth a shot.

You didn't Jen...just EXTREMELY frustrating...they are at a point where they are the biggest problem in our M. I'm not deflecting here either. It's sad but very true. They are bringing us down--emotionally, financially...it's truly sad what the outcome is playing out to be.

Oh well...brown and I have a plan of action to plan out over the extended weekend.

Yep, Dobie, that's how my father was. Although he blew a valve sometimes!!!!!

I certainly don't recommend Bob's method even though it worked on him.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />He'd just get very quiet and sadly tell me how disappointed he was by my decision.<hr /></blockquote>Dobie, we're beyond that, I'm afraid. Bob's "method" is looking more and more like a reality--not even an option. We'll see what we can come up with over the weekend though.

I know exactly what you mean about the stress in the marriage (added stress which none of us needs right now).

I tend to take my son's side and also do very stupid things like washing his dishes before Rob gets home so we don't have a scene. Every time Rob brings up his "slackerness" I say that he'll get better and he WILL work eventually etc and then we have a fight about it all, or I change the subject so we don't have to face it or discuss it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

.

OK...signing off for now!

Yep, I should go too.

Time to get going with some work around the house. Blecch.

Jen

Believer: Property Management? Kool. The house from ehll, yeah I know that one.

Almost have the shed done. We have one more side to put on and should get it about 1/2 done tomorrow. Not working the whole day (have to watch my new coach work his magic on New Years Day...that's Coach Saban to you Jets knuckleheads).

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

oh great---im comming on and evryone is gone... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

hey rH---will be watching also--pnot really a jets fan....this is a giants household....however i really am a steelers fan!!! shhhh dont tell hubby!

Happy New Years to one and all in and visiting Idiotville!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby should be safely off the ground by now and on his way to brrr...Ohio. <hr /></blockquote>It's supposed to hit 60deg tomorrow. Thanks Robby for bringin' some heat up this way.

Nikko: I won't hold the fact you're a Steelers fan against you. I live in PA but my team is the Dolphins, though the Eagles are a close 2nd. Steerlers? I can take or leave them, doesn't really matter. I'm about 3-4 pages behind trying to get caught up. Will have to stop shortly to take a shower. We're (the W & I) supposed to watch Spiderman2 in a bit.

Welcome Nikko, Robby is the Mayor. (Sorry it took so long for me to welcome you as I didn't get on this morning.)

FF: Have you invited your H here (to MB)? I know that helped NOW and my communications. I was just saying to her this morning that she looks so much better now than she did before and that she "looked happy." She said that she felt content now. So that's a good start.

Oops, somehow I forgot to hit the post button and this message didn't get posted.

Dear Lord - I am 31 pages behind!! Will say hello now and catch up when I have time. Maybe tomorrow.

Well, IB and I went with another couple to Biloxi for 4 days - had a nice time. IB was pleasant, if distant, had a few warm funny moments, everything very "surface" - no depth. He completely avoided my touch - even bumping into each other as we walked. Sat for 2 hours in the theater watching a performance with his hands in his lap. To make sure we didn't make contact, I suppose. But it was more fun than sitting at home not making contact. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

We are supposed to be going to a party tonight. I am dead tired and would rather not, but dare not say so. He thinks I am "no fun any more." So I will go and laugh and smile and be dead on my feet wishing I could go home and to bed. But I guess it will be 1 a.m. before I get to bed.

Ready for a long night. Wonder how he will avoid the kiss at midnight? Hmmmmm.

I really will try to catch up on the thread. But wow! 31 pages!!

In case I don't get to check in again, Happy New Year's, everybody. I am praying for a 180 in 2005. Will pray for all of Idiotville tonight.

Remember, if you drink, don't drive. The Idiotville cops are out in force since the sniper is off duty for the evening.

LINY: You know what you have to do to solve that sitch. Time for some tough love. You can do it man. Now just do it. Give them a date when they have to move out by and then stick to it unless they come up with the rent. And when they don't, kick their ***** out. They'll respect you for it in the end.

[ December 31, 2004, 09:41 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

P.S. - I don't know if you guys know it, but I wear a wig, as I am practically bald. When we came home tonight, I emptied the suitcase and put all the dirty clothes in the washer like a good little housefrau. Real proud of myself. Went looking for my wig to wear to the party tonight. Couldn't find it. Searched everything. Found it in the dryer with all the newly clean clothes. Melted. Now I have no hair to wear Sunday to church or Monday to school. Oh my God.

Well, that was my final idiotic thing for 2004 (I hope). If we had a prize for the top idiot of 2004, would I win? Place? Show?

i agree---am tough loving my 15 yr old right now---it sucks...but its working.

contribute in a meaningful way or pack up....

Hey RH! Yeah got it. It's brown. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> But ya know what? She's at that point too. I'm in the middle of composing some guidelines--deadlines are included. Very feasible.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Almost have the shed done. <hr /></blockquote>First, how big is this shed?!?!?!?
Second, does it have a skylight?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Welcome back starz. Glad you survived.

Nikko...IMHO, like I posted on another thread, I just used LM's sig line. ("Some people just don't get it. They don't get it that they don't get it.")

Welp, brown finally got finished with her "Mappy" game...baby's sleeping...think we're gonna go take our last shower of 2004!

I/we will check in later!

[ January 04, 2005, 09:14 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

starz,

I know it's stressful and probably expensive to replace a wig, but that is SO appropriate for I-ville! Shave the rest of your head, but on a diaper, and go as the New Year's Baby!

Dobie

ROFLMAO!!!!!!! (on that note...!)

starz...you're beauty is from within--you are a great woman (and I know I'm sure that the wig only gives you confidence)....but, when you think about it...how deep/another meaning it was to lose this at the end of the year. Maybe just good things will come in 2005 and maybe your fogged out husband will lose his "surface' as you say and his true colors will come back. Just a thought.

Or, you can do what dobie suggested and say, "Now kiss my *** you fool!"

{{{starz}}}

[ December 31, 2004, 09:43 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I didn't mean to be insensitive...And I will break the rules for you starz! if you'd like me to edit...
...it's just, you are too good for this!

once again...

{{{starz}}}

OK...really I'm outta here fer now.

Oh, and...the Giants?!?!? YECH!!!!

J-E-T-S-JETS-JETS-JETS!!!!!

[ January 04, 2005, 09:16 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

(Think I've killed the thread anyway!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> First, how big is this shed?!?!?!?
Second, does it have a skylight?!?!?! <hr /></blockquote>It's 24x24, two stories and I'm doing the work myself. Today NOW helped me, sometimes I have a neighbor helping me. He brings beer. NOW mentioned today that it seemed like me and her got more done than my helper and I. Wonder why?

Oh, and yes it does have skylights. Well, sort of. The side panels are painted steel (gray). The last top two feet is a change in panel to translucent (which allows the sun in, but you can't see in or out). NOW complimented me today when she said, "I didn't think I'd like that but it looks pretty cool." One of these days I will throw some photos up on my website (if I can find it) and I'll show ya.

Really, I'm just making it really nice because one of these days I'll end up in the dog house (and I'll use the shed instead- I was thinking of putting a wood stove in it, but probably won't because of insurance reasons).

HNY!!!

oh liny--i cant resist.....one more beating before i turn over my new leaf for the new year....wish me luck...

[ January 04, 2005, 10:05 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Starz, yep you win honey! Sorry about the wig. Do you have any fancy scarves? IB is an idiot, oops sorry in this town that's a compliment! Ok, IB has no idea what he is missing out on! Hows that.

RH!!! Say HNY to NOW for me will ya! No, I told A2 I will mention. But the truth is, he knows I hang out here but doesn't know that I post this much. Told him and our MC I am getting some good coaching here. I think my NY resolution is to bring my H here. I wish RIF were here cuz my H could relate to his sitch.

HNY Liny and Brown. Also to anyone else hanging out with us idiots!

Evening all. Happy New Year!. Well 6 1/2 hours away.

WHere the bartender. I want a festive drink! SUggestions?

Well, I just posted to MOrtarman man. And it came to mind that someone told me that I should consider changing my sign in name as I am NOT fighting alone.

I am trying to get it right. ANd the first thign that came to mind is the 3 Furies in Greek Mythology.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />The Erinyes were known as the avengers of wrong. They were perhaps the best known by their Roman name (The Furies). Their numbers varied but there were generally thought to be three furies. The three common names of them were, Alecto, Megaera, and Tisiphone. The Erinyes were very against any crimes that involved bloodshed, particularily those that involved crimes to the family. <hr /></blockquote>So How does Erinyes sound? I like it but it is very non MB PC. I think I will adopt that name in my mind at the very least. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

sounds appropriate for you FA-A.

Hey FF. Thanks. How are you holding up?

Hi FF and F-AA,

Starz, I'm really sorry about your wig. I agree with FF, a nice scarf would look really cool.

RH, you obviously missed the "skylight story" that Aussie told. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

[ January 04, 2005, 10:06 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hi everyone. F-Again, I like your name now.

I'm having a very nice evening watching a bunch of kids. They are so cute. I made pigs in a blanket and they are so impressed. Kids are so fun.

What is the thread that LINY is posting on?

Believer, we'll get in trouble for going against the TOS if we tell you.

We make pigs in blankets here as well. Sausage wrapped in bacon, right??

I don't know if you saw my reply to you on your Tsunami thread. There are 63 New Zealanders still missing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

[ January 04, 2005, 08:45 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

like that huh??? LOL

god i wanna smack him. unfortunately, i know people in real life just like him.

[ January 04, 2005, 08:47 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Yeah, Nikko, it could be that he's just one of "those" sort of guys. There are plenty of them around. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I just can't believe anyone can be so clueless. It just doesn't add up.

Jen

Oh I get it now.

Kiwi -

The house I'm managing belongs to a woman in Japan and her New Zealand husband. He called the other night, and it took me 15 minutes to start understanding him. I have emailed him back and forth a lot and expected him to talk regular English.

Oh coooooome on Believer. We're not that hard to understand. LOL. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where's he from? That could make all the difference LOL.

Jen

I don't know what part of NZ, but I'll ask him.

And seriously, I couldn't understand what he was saying.

Well, you'd be able to understand me. I speak in a flat, nasal voice but I was "privately" educated so I sound almost English. LOL.

I bet he's from Taranaki!!!!! Ha ha, that's a kiwi joke. Sort of like saying someone is a hillbilly. Geez, I'm funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Come on AW, I see you lurking about.

I really do have to stop drinking all this wine. It makes me think I'm funny a la LINY.

Jen

Jen - You ARE funny.

Sheesh - this New Year's Eve is dragging for me. The kids are trying to make it till midnight, but I don't think its gonna happen. The 2 year old might make it - he's excited about being here.

Happy New Year Central Time Zone!!!! (Brown's already passed out--baby didn't make it til 1130 and 11yo D hanging with pops!

Can't wait to read yer post nikko! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

(Someone asked the other day: where is the "throwing-up" emoticon?!?!?!?)

White russians starting to leave the body, being absorbed...little tipsy there for a while!

Ah, nikko....thought it was gonna be juicy...sheesh, ya got to be honest? BORING! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Anyway...believer, ya got some time left...and anybody else...de...who else? Anyway...
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Cya later all!

{{idiots}}

LINY - Good to see you. I gotta stay up until all the kids go to sleep. Three are out now, but I still have an 8 year old, and a 2 year old up. Hopefully they don't outlast me.

hows everyone this morning???

most of the family surviving after ODing on beer and wines .......... me I'm droooling for a coffee...........Guess it will have to be decaf

Believer, the 2 year old is NOT allowed to see the New Year in. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

LINY, I checked out the world clock. Happy New Year to you!!!!! Now we're all on January 1 (except those on the west coast <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Jen

Yes, AW, look after yourself.

Do you find that with this pregnancy you're not allowed a whole lot of stuff that you were allowed with your older kids.

My friend wouldn't eat ham, or shellfish, or cream or anything that I pigged out on when I was pregnant all those years ago. I lived on cheesecake, I was addicted to it.

Jen

Oh shoot, can I edit. I mean cheesecake made with Philly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> not the "man" type cheesecake.

Jen

believer you need a few of the Wiggles tapes for the young ones, I got every one for my nieces an nephews & they work great getting them to dance and then fall down asleep..hahaha best investment in babysitting I ever made!!

AW, you will be talking in a completely foreign language. LOL.

The Wiggles were here a while ago and my friend, the one I mentioned above who had her first baby at 40 and her second at 44, took her kids along. They LOVED it.

Jen

YES Jen are you right

NO processed meats at all!!

No coffee

No Alcohol

no NOTHING

fresh veges and salads and freshly cooked meats, no fat has to be lean, sign no pork crispy skin sobbing

little chocs has to be diabetic only

No sugar

No fats - icecream has to be diabetic as well

THIS IS NO FUN!!!

Why cant MEN be pregnant as well!!! At least they could suffer the same!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi AW - It's still not midnight here in California- another hour and 15 minutes.

Jen - I know the 2 year old should be sleeping - but he doesn't know it. I'm playing some lullabies, but the only one getting sleepy is me. I think I will lay him down with a warm bottle of milk. I know you're not supposed to do that, but this kid may stay up all night.

Help, I am in bad shape. Can you look at my thread I just posted. I am freaked right out.

Hee hee, that's what I tell Rob every time that time of the month rolls round again. I say "you have NO idea what we go through every month." and he smirks and says "yes, I know, great isn't it?"

Jen

well Jen LOL embarrassed blush so did I ..... love the wiggles heh heh it was fun to dance with the litle kids ...did I get strange looks ...lol

Now for 2005 romantic tip for the day.....

Make a pair of dice, one for you and one for your husband. Put different things on each face like, kiss, hug, massage. Then, start rolling!

Of course I wouldn't let the guys get at them lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-AA, I've just posted on your thread but talk to us here if you feel more comfortable.

Jen

Don't worry about that Believer... I think a lot of that is a load of horse droppings...see 2005 New years promise to cut down on bad language due to new baby...

I still get the 6 yrs olds to sleep in our family with a drink and soft music in the back ground, though they all start off saying they are too BIG for it..as they start yawning..LOL

Speaking of kids I have, lets see, 5 here right now eating, yelling, playing - yes dear its ok to scream outsides Uncle Aussies room as loud as you want - no hes not moaning its just thats hes happy to hear you honey..heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

HI. Everyone. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

I can't bear it. Any pain that was directed at me was okay. I'm grown. BUt this? NO way. I am going to go there tomorrow. She will NOT stay with him. I am moving in there. He can get his sorry *** to the *****s house. In fact I am taking his **** and delivering it.

He has crossed my line. That boundary that I warned him about. I will not EVER let him have her again without me or a REAL adult to supervise. EVER.

[ January 01, 2005, 10:04 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

AW - Well - bottle popped into his little mouth, heater running, and lullabies playing. He's fading fast.

F-Again - Oh here you are. I was looking for you on your thread. Sorry all this is happening. It's almost midnight, so he should be back soon - or someone should be back soon. Are you starting to calm down yet?

Hows the little cutie Believer? Sound asleep yet???

FAA yes go for it. That is a boundary no parent should cross.

The poor kid finding out he wasn't taking her with him ,,,oh I'd spit chips..the only silver lining is that OW did not have any interaction with her.

Go get her or move back ...... let the OW meet all is needs.

Now one more thing FAA DOCUMENT this all ok...from your daughter ringing you, her behaviour eg, crying or upset or disgusted whatever it was, to you trying to contact H - if not try right now - then you can give evidence you did that if it comes to it, what the sit was like in the house, how long she is expected or was expected to be like that etc etc...

Helps set up any request for suopervised access.

Angry as you are be COOL in your decision making as much as possible.

hugs ((((((( FAA ))))))))

AW - FINALLY sleeping. I had forgotten those days. Now I'm gonna go to bed.

F-again - Hope you are calming down.

Well its 2005 here in far flung i'ville on Thames.

Happy Nude Year, idiots !

Had a great night's sleep, did absolutely NOTHING to mark the coming of the new year. Feel a bit sad really. So much was stolen from me in 2004 I realise I am still reeling from it.

Sat here I am looking down the possible paths of 2005 - one is hard self-effacing work once again as I work to rebuild our shattered marriage, gently coaxing Squid along where she doesn;t want to go for BOTH our health OR I could take a job I've been offered in Shanghai running a huge part of IBMs business out there and be as selfish as SHE has been.

Its **** being decent sonmetimes. I look at another year of heart-rending recovery coaxing every word, every act of of Squid. * sigh*

Yeah I know I am in a position that 99% of MB ers would DREAM to be in, but recovery's really hard y'know? Not so hard as plan A, but hard nontheless.

L8r folks ! Off to channel skip just because I can while the kids and Squid are in bed ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ January 01, 2005, 10:01 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hey, everyone.I am calm. Dead calm. Not even angry. There are NO words to describe what I am feeling. Not numb. But WH hurt DD for his selfish self-centred reasons. ANd that is not part of any Plan A I can or will live with.

I had earlied posted on this thread about the 3 furies. It describes me:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Erinyes aka Furies These were fierce, winged spirits who avenged wrongs against blood relatives and punish those who escape or defy public justice.

Born from the castrated Uranus's genitals, 3 sisters, goddesses of vengeance and revenge.

Tisiphone -the Avenging, Alecto - the Unceasing Megaera - the Grudging <hr /></blockquote>That sums it up.

Hi Bob

happy new year

well I hope it can be happy anyway.

Very unsure about things right now except we're together and are unlikely to be apart.
Strange place to be.

[ January 01, 2005, 03:59 AM: Message edited by: aussie2 ]

Hey A2. You sound reflective tonight. Happy New Year. You Okay?

Happy New Year! I'm back!

Well, my R&R was wonderful...but short. The family is doing great and it was really special to be able to spend this Christmas with them. Saying goodby for a second time was tough, but hey, only four more monts to go!

Night Beliver.... sorry I missed you...

Hey Bob - How's the new year starting off for you and Squid?

Hi Fighting - Can't remember if I've posted to you or not... but welcome...

Aussie - Man, am I glad that you're finally home!!! You have one awesome wife... don't let her get away! I've been praying for you guys and I know that you two are going to make it... hang in there...

Semper Fi,
RIF

* AW you said Very unsure about things right now except we're together and are unlikely to be apart.
Strange place to be.

I can relate UTTERLY to that. Just a few more reasons to be together than to be apart but not a really compelling argument in either case from a practical perspective.
All blessings darl', I pray you an' your fine man will be fine and united for your new baby !

* RIF Hi mate !!!

SOOO many folks on here wanted you to have a great R&R - so glad you did !!!

As you say only another four months God Willing then you can be back in the bosom of your family. We need you guys to do what you do but MAN its hard on families.
We had a great vacation RIF, Squid and I. We're doing 'OK'. I tink we need the kids out of the way to do some talking though. Well, I do anyways... We're doing pretty well as a couple and a family and I think Squid doesn't want to ever mention or discuss her affair ever again for fear of it upsetting the new pretty comfortable status quo.
Its a shame but thats gotta change. Theres still too much stuff needs discussing.

We'll get there I guess.

All blessings to you as you close out your tour RIF, and glad you're back on here with us mate ! Missed you !!

Hey Bob, Happy New Year. So Shanghai is a possibility. You could join the Asian MB Division. There's a few of us out here. You know, a whole new challenge for you all might be just what you need and martial arts are big business so Squid might be happy too. Glad to see you back. TT

TT I could go tomorrow if I said yes to the Shanghai job. Too much other stuff to consider though.

I sometimes wish I was selfish. I'd have more adventures for sure !

Glad you and yours and all Asian MB folks are safe from harm from that Tsunami. Truly dreadful.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> you obviously missed the "skylight story" that Aussie told <hr /></blockquote>No, I saw it, read it, and thought it was quite funny. Was LINY trying to be funny again? I must have missed that part. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Welcome back RIF (Hopefully, your 4 months will go fast).

Happy New Years TT.

morning all!!!

well i rung in the new year alone....whole family home and i was still alone. hubby asleep, and kids watching a movie together(that alone is a miracle!)

so i was alone and in bed....not all that unusual. i kinda figure its not what i do that night---its what i do with the whole year in front of me. and this is gonna be my year. that i have decided. yay for me!

and liny----can ya believe i got edited for THAT!

Hi Iville

all over the New Year clean ups yet?

Need to start doing some positive things so read some ideas from AW's moms friends website.... said to run a bath for your spouse.

So with my own little twist here it is ....

Buy a decorative small colourful bottle with a cork. Write a nice love letter on a piece of paper with burnt corners. Roll the paper, put it in the bottle, insert the cork and throw it into a bath full of water, essential oils and bubbles. Your darling will be surprised not only by the bath, prepared for her, but also for a lovely letter.

Probably get some credit into the ol bank with that one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

HAPPY NEW YEAR IDIOTVILLE!!!

Everyone MUST have a better year in 2005. That's an order!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I nursed my sons until they were 3. I was standing in line at the grocery store one day with my oldest in the grocery cart. He started unbuttoning my blouse and yelled out "Mom - give me a tit." <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO!!!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by nikko:
 i kinda figure its not what i do that night---its what i do with the whole year in front of me. and this is gonna be my year. that i have decided. yay for me!
<hr /></blockquote>Yay for you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I like this so much I'm going to steal it as my own!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!!!

Well I rung in the new year without my W....

So I was alone and in bed....not unusual and I started thinking. I kinda figure its not what i do tonight---its what I do with the whole year in front of me. And this is gonna be my year!! That is what I have decided.

yay for me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

HNY Robbie. Really.

Highway Robbery Robby...lol Good steal................lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Happy New Year Bob!!

Good to see you again. While I do envy your R, I still appreciate all of the hard work you & Squid have in front of you. I'll keep you in my prayers!!

Did you guys get the mimosas & strawberries I sent over?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Bob,

Are you going to the IEEE/ICCE?

Good morning Iville.

Went to party. Had fun. IB was nice to me. Went home early because he and I were so tired. Before he went to sleep he said Happy New Year, Starz. I said Happy New year, IB. Then a moment went by and I thought "why not?" I turned to him, took his face in my hand, turned his face to me and gave him a kiss and said."Whether you want it or not." He has been nice all morning and has not, I think, been in touch with her. Maybe 2005 will be better for me. I, too, like the quote, Robby. It will be what I make it. I am in control of my life, and this situation, actually. I will be true to myself, and I will be fine, no matter what.

Happy New year, Iville.

hey, hey hey hey......took me a bit to think on that....but if i can slide for a bit on my third stupid thing i'll lend you that thought.....

nice job aussie!

Toot, toot, chugga chugga....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />...I turned to him, took his face in my hand, turned his face to me and gave him a kiss and said."Whether you want it or not."<hr /></blockquote>OK, this is so five minutes ago, but...
YOU GO GIRL!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bittersweet to see ya posting again: good to have ya back, but that menas ya must be "back."

faa-haven't checked out yer thread yet--but, so far, nothing dork has done has surprised me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Oh, and idiots, pat is obviously on a roll in 2005. Let's try and take it easy on her/him, OK?
Ah, **** it! (J/K Pat--HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU, TOO!)

Robby...Repeat after me: "I'm a big brave dog. I'm a big brave dog." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Everyone else, have a great start to the new year. EVERYDAY is the first day of the rest of our lives! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 01, 2005, 11:07 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

And, GC, if you're out there, didya ever have that party?

Morning and HNY to all of you in Iville!! Stayed up to 1:00 with my H. We had a quiet evening watching the ball drop etc. DD and her friend stayed up until 1:00 as well. Popcorn, guacamole and sparkinling apple-grape cider was the agenda. I think my H is past this current angry phase. He was sweet as can be this morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

RIF!!!! I missed you pal! So glad you had a good visit with your family. Been praying earnestly for your safety. I spoke to my H last night about posting here. I am hoping maybe between you, RH and A2 he can get some support through this? Not sure yet if he will be willing but at least I finally mentioned it.

Love ya all Iville!!!

Nikko--YOU got edited? Justuss has been busy eh? HNY Justuss! Gotta check out that thread. Oh and you are NOT off the hook for your third idiot thing.

Robby--HNY! I like your attitude, keep it up.

My H and I toasted for a fresh start. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Wow, I had to read 4 pages to catch up with you idiots. You certainly were busy. I decided to spend my time with my H and not you all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
He is off to work now. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Happy New Year I'ville!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK all you idiots...got some stuff to do around here. Hugs to all of you! And when anybody's feelin' down, for whatever it's worth, know this:
You've made people smile and helped them get through their days a little easier by you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{{IDIOTS}}}

Thanks Liny. Have a good day. Hugs to you and Brown.

Thank you! A very sincere Happy New Year to you and yours, Justuss! For you are the perverbial "pointer" (or ruler, in some!) in an old-fashioned Catholic school! Thanks for keeping us in line. And keeping these boards "safe" for everyone!

LINY

What happened when the soldier went into an enemy bar?
He got bombed.
A Fairy Tale for the Woman of the New Millennium:

Once upon a time, in a land far away, a beautiful, independent, self-assured princess happened upon a frog as she sat contemplating ecological issues on the shores of an unpolluted pond in a verdant meadow near her castle.The frog hopped into the Princess' lap.
"Elegant Lady, I was once a handsome Prince, until an evil witch cast a spell upon me. One kiss from you, however, and I will turn back into the dapper, young Prince that I am! Then, my sweet, we can marry and set up housekeeping in yon castle with my Mother, where you can prepare my meals, clean my clothes, bear my children, and forever feel grateful and happy doing so."
That night, on a repast of lightly sauteed frogs legs seasoned in a white wine and onion cream sauce, she chuckled to herself.
"I don't ***-ing think so."

Daily Agenda for Men and Women

Woman:
Attempt to wake husband. Feed baby. Make breakfast. Change baby. Wake kids. Dress kids. Walk dog. Feed baby. Drive kids to school. Drag husband out of bed. Do laundry. Iron clothes. Clean house. Make husband lunch. Feed and change baby. Clean house again. Walk dog again. Pick up kids. Pick up school stuff. Clean up dog's mess. Make dinner. Call repair man, plumber, electrician, and exterminator. Swat flies. Yell at kids. Put kids to bed. Change baby. Go to Wal-Mart to stand on line for three hours to get one bag of chips for husband. Clean house again. Go to bed. Get up. Comfort baby. Let dog out. Change baby. Let dog in. Get 10 minutes of sleep.
Man:
Sleep. Go to work. Sleep. Drink coffee. Have wife pick up. Watch football and drink beer. Fall asleep. Go to bathroom. Lift one heavy object for begging wife. Go to bed. Yell at wife to feed baby.

FF, they were good. You're getting funnier, girl. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF, great to see you back but as Liny said, if you're back that means you're "back". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

And Bob's busy back posting all over the place as only Bob can. Love ya, Bob. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I thought Justuss was here to say there'd been more complaints or something, but that was very cool Justuss and a Happy New Year to you as well. I do feel sorry for you having to dredge through all the Idiot stuff. I bet you're tempted to join in sometimes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Jen you saying I'm a gobsh1te ? yep ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

( ask your hubby if you need translation! )

Happy 2005 Jen, you lovely lass. U been so much help to me I don;t have the words....

{{{jen}}}

FF- FUNNY - I love the frog one.

RIF - Welcome back to Idiotville. Glad you had a nice time with your family. We missed you very much.

Well, we all made it through to the New Year. Anyone have any resolutions?

B, I think I do have resolutions:

* I will not get drunk again.
* I will try to reorder my priorities thus:

1.God
2.Kids
3.ME (Spiritual, physical, emotional, mental health)
4.Marriage/Squid
5.Everything else

* I will stop overanalyzing everything
* I will stop feeling sorry for myself
* I will not waste so much energy hating OM
* I will try to be happier
* I will get a new job which still pays enough but allows me to LIVE too.

Tougher than they sound.

You got any ?

Hee hee, Bob, Rob has been known to use that expression on more than one occassion. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

New Year's Resolution? Put all this stuff (was going to use another word but would have been edited LOL) behind us once and for all!!!!

Oh, and try to give up smoking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Believer, have you still got the kids there?

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
* I will not get drunk again.
<hr /></blockquote>Ever? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I thought you were English?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey RIF,

I don't care what these other Idiots say...

I'm glad to see you back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I pray your 4 months and a wake up goes fast!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Oh, and try to give up smoking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Do you want to try The Mayor's Guaranteed New Year Stop Smoking Plan? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, ROFLMAOPMP. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have you had any more hits on the Weight Loss Plan? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

No bids but TONS of views and 2 watchers!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Stop Smoking plan is a bit different. You can only buy cigs from me (at $1,000 per pack). If you smoke any others your $ is mine. If not you will be rebated, over time, until you quit. A 20% admin fee applies! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yeah, I'll pass on that one, thanks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I'm waiting to see the Weight Loss Program reported in the world papers as one of those "weird but true" news items. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

RIF I forgot to say its great to have you back, but not for you to be back, because back is bad except when you're back here which is a different back to back there .... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

where am I what was I saying???? well you get what I mean..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

man gotta stop drinking full strength beer & whiskey chasers even if it's a party night.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

NY resolutions? I hate em but here goes:

Like you Bob, put my priorities in order.

1. God
2. marriage
3. kids
4. lose weight/get in shape

Also, get my house organized and figure out my work sitch for once and for all.

* Robby said :

quote:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Originally posted by Bob Pure:
* I will not get drunk again.

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Ever? I thought you were English??

I got in a LOT of trouble being drunk in 2004, remember ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

And I just get maudlin when I am drunk.

I will drink but not get drunk. I need to keep control of my head.

* FF, you need to put yourself in your list of resolutions darl'. Top three I'd say. Really.

Hi all - The kids are FINALLY gone back to their happy parents. Everyone had a fun night out partying.

Believer

I bet you had a great time with the kids though didn't you?

Go on admit it!!!

List of stupid things I have told my team:-

Don't ever be the first, don't ever be the last and don't ever volunteer to do anything. Thats my job.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> FF, you need to put yourself in your list of resolutions darl'. Top three I'd say. Really.
<hr /></blockquote>I know you are right BP. I have a hard time with putting myself anywhere on my priorities. Although I did put lose weight, get in shape? Thanks for pointing that out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Aussie - Yep, I had a GREAT time. For some reason my house has always been the house where all the kids show up. The 2 year old even sneaks over by himself if he can escape his mom's watchful eyes.

I have all the kid friendly stuff - playstation, game cube, soda, plenty of food and comfort. They run to meet me when I come home from work. My kids are grown and now I can spoil the heck out of the little ones.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> For some reason my house has always been the house where all the kids show up. <hr /></blockquote>Believer, this doesn't surprise me one little bit. I think you'd have a houseful of us Idiots if we could all manage it!!!!!

Jen

Yeah love to do that with the little neices and nephews,,fill em up on red cordial and send them home heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK, I realize this part of the world thrives on tourism and they need to keep making money for their economy. But this story just sickens me tourists resume sunbathing

Couldn't they forgo their holiday and help with the clean up? I don't know,just doesn't seem right.

Yep, FF, people never cease to amaze me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

We've had news items of New Zealanders coming back here who were right in the middle of it all and they are too traumatised to even speak about it. Quite a few have stayed on to help.

Yet, there are people over there playing golf and drinking in the bar as though nothing happened. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

robby13 said:

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I've got friends who work there, like Tigger <hr /></blockquote>Robby has friends in high places, like Toon Town! Must have bought his way into Iville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yes, Jen. It is sad that so many can put their blinders on and go right back to their fun.

Explains a lot doesn't it FF. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

When one of your friends is Tigger it sure does make you an Idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

(And you're being naughty FF, he said his friend wasn't Tigger. LOL.)

Jen

That is one of my NY resoltions Jen, to be naughty (in a clean MB way). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

and to learn to spell, LOL

Yeah, "resoltions" - good word. LOL. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

My immediate resolutions are to recover from this hangover and try to figure out how to get replacement light bulbs for my German grandfather clock. In classic idiot style, I lost the burned out ones a few years ago and don't remember what they look like.

doh! That is an idiot thing to do Dobie! LOL Hang over? Haven't had one in years.

Gotta go run errands for a while. Cya Jen and Dobie. Gotta hide from Starz too as I think Robby may take another contract out on me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

As Robby is out of town, I have not yet received a contract on you. You are safe for now.

Quiet day at home. IB upstairs, watching football and stuff.

Me downstairs doing laundry and catching up on the 31 pages I missed while I was gone.

I cooked blackeyed peas and cornbread for lunch. Blackeyed peas are supposed to bring you luck all year long. Cabbage is supposed to bring you money. I didn't have any cabbage, but I need luck more than money, anyway <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I think today will be a good beginning of a new year for me. Don't know what will happen in the next few months, but whatever it is, I will be ok.

Hi Starz - how was the party last night?

Hey I'ville.

Heres an odd thing - I saw an old episode of teh SImpsons on holiday - about when Homer bought Marge a bowling ball for her birthday and she had an EA almost a PA with Jacques the bowling instructor.

Anyone seen it ? I Was SHOCKED at how perfectly it described the creation of a class 2 affair and everyones reactions to it. Wasn't even funny it was so accurate.

I wish my Squid had chosen to drive to the Springfield Niuclear Power plans instead of the OMs flat like Marge did though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Anyone see it ? I was really touched.

Bob,

Oddly enough I was thinking of that episode recently. I haven't had cable tv for two years, but I still remember it. It was pretty accurate.

Dobie

Jet lag is SOOOO much fun !!! 01:20 am now and STILL not sleepy !

No, mustn't pour a whiskey...mustn't pour a whiskey....resist...resist...

lalalal ! * drums fingers * I know, I'll do some expenses !

lalala !

*** BTW Robby, didn't make your Tampa mall, but DID get to Sawgrass Mills. That place is WILD ! A mall that takes 15 mintues to drive across !!!

hyuk hyuk !

Oh and was sat behind two lesbians on the flight home from Miami. THAT took some explaining to my 11YO daughter say next to me !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

No whiskey Bob. How ya doing?

FF I be cool, pretty much thanks ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Gonna have a 'me' day tomorrow. Gym in the morning, and a long prayer walk with my dog; family to Mad O' Rourke's Pie factory for lunch ( honest!) and slob on the sofa watching my team Leicester Tigers plan gloucester on TV in the afternoon. Squids a big rugby fan too so we'll watch that together with a bottle of wine !

Should be nice !

I have learned that nice things to do are STILL nice things to do even though my wife had an affair. For SO LONG afer D-day I kept reminding myself to be miserable. Horse apples !!!

I'll have a nice day tomorrow. The affaor & recovery won't suffer any by me investing in ME a little <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

How are you ?

I gotta go to bed and try to catch some shut eye.

I'll kiss Squid and bless her in her sleep like I do every night and chill out.

Have a good day/night I'ville. I love ya all.

Believer - I posted about the party a couple of pages back. It went well, we left early, IB said Happy New Year, Starz, I said Happy New Year IB and then I thought What the >>>> and reached over, turned his face to me and gave him a kiss and said "Whether you want it or not."

Sure made ME feel better, even if it didn't do a thing for him!

Happy New Year, believer.

Starz - oh - I went back and saw it. Hope this new year will be great for you. You deserve it.

What did you do with your hair?

Bob, that is so weird you mentioned the Simpsons. We were watching the one the other night where Homer nearly has a PA with the country singer.

It got quieter and quieter in the living room and I couldn't believe we were being affected by a cartoon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

Bob - I bet your 11 yr old knew what those two lesbians were up to on the plane! My 9 yr olds would have loved the show!

Good evening everyone!

Bob - I'm right there with you on the jet lag.... 9 hrs to Shannon Ireland, 6 hrs to Kuwait, and 6 more to Afghanistan... I stayed up until 2200L then woke up at 0100, 0300, 0400, and finally got up at 0550... Oh well, a couple more days... and you stay away from that whisky!

Hey FF - I added my e-mail & AIM addressess on your other thread.... look forward to hearing from your H...

Hey Starz - Believer - Jen - Happy New Year!!! Hope you guys have a great year this year...

Oops... Happy New Year TT! you must have hit the send button right before I did!

[ January 01, 2005, 09:05 PM: Message edited by: RIF ]

I'm Home at last!!!

I'm Home at last!!!

Thank GOD ALMIGHTY I'M HOME AT LAST!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hi Robby

hope you are warmer now heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Birds flyin' high you know how I feel
Sun in the sky you know how I feel
Breeze driftin' on by you know how I feel
Its a new dawn, its a new day, its a new life for me
yeah, its a new dawn its a new day its a new life for me ooooooooh
AND I'M FEELING GOOD

Fish in the sea, you know how I feel
River runnin' free you know how I feel
Blossom on the tree you know how I feel
Its a new dawn, its a new day, its a new life for me
And I'm feelin good

Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean donâ€™t you know
Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
Sleepin' peace when day is done that's what I mean
And this old world is a new world and a bold world for me

Stars when you shine you know how I feel
Scent of the crime you know how I feel
Your freedom is mine, and I know how I feel
Its a new dawn, its a new day, its a new life for me

OH I'M FEELING GOOOOOOOOOOOOOD

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby (AKA MLK) - Glad you are back. Hope you had a great time.

Hey jen

I was reading that bit about the Homer cartoon and I know exactly the one you mean.

Isnt it crazy hoe things like this affect you.

Big hugs ((((((((Jen))))))))

It's a new dawn and I'm feeling good!

If you want to hear the song cut & paste the following link. DO NOT copy the "*". I put that in there to fool info-pop. You have to cut & paste to fool tripod.

*http://jdsb310.tripod.com/MusicLibrary/NinaSimoneFeelingGood.wav

Welcome back Mayor! Sounds like you had a good time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, sorry to disappear in the middle of talking to you but my H came home and wanted my attention. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF, thanks very much. I will pass the info on from you lovely gentlemen. Lets hope he takes you up on it.

Starz, did you wear a scarf?

Robbie can hear the guitar from here lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

The mellow (and warmer) happy man he he he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor! Happy New Year!!! How's it going so far? Had a great time at home, and am ready to finish off my last 4 months...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Robbie can hear the guitar from here lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

The mellow (and warmer) happy man he he he <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I thought you weren't supposed to be drinking!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Translate this please!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW - How are things for you tonight? Are you gonna let Aussie get a Harley, or hang another Kanga on the clothesline?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />9 hrs to Shannon Ireland<hr /></blockquote>Woulda went AWOL there RIF!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />NY resolutions?<hr /></blockquote>I always laugh when I see it abbreviated:

1. Get a third middle finger and use it as much as the other two;
2. Change my car horn to an fog horn and use it twice as much--in particular when I'm stuck in bumper to bumper traffic, not moving anywhere;
3. Curse more;
4. Be more rude;
5. There's more of the state than above Manhattan Island?;
6. Speed things up a bit;
7. Hang my pants a little lower off my a$$;
8. Lern how ta spel, ya kno G?--Peeeece!;
9. Put in legislation to make a 25 hour day--I don't work enough;
10. Spend more time in Idiotville!

OK...gonna check out ff's link--I truly am afraid to--the "humanity" that I'm dreading that I'll see is--in defense of all NY'ers, I was just playing--something I didn't see after 9/11. (Sure, with a very few exceptions), but the "togetherness"...makes one wonder what happened in three years....world still has the same problems, if not more. *SIGH*

Robby, I'll translate for you.

Robbie can hear the guitar from here lol

"because AW can hear the guitar to your song from Australia"

The mellow "same meaning surely in the States - meaning laid back and happy" (and warmer) "because you are back in Florida from Ohio" happy "because you sound happy" man "because you are one" he he he "laughing".

That help. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen

BTW Liny you and Robby are the evil twins of Idiotville. Shame on you for those resolutions. LOL.

Jen, you are too funny <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thank you, FF {taking a bow}.

LOL

Jen

I have an OT for my idiot friends...

brown and I love WM (the store, wouldn't be prudent to write out the entire name, but it has a hyphen in the middle, like K-mart.)
Anyway, go every two weeks, even buy our staples/frozen food there. So, we spend over $200 every two weeks (on average.) (We've been doing this for a few years now.) Anyway, we write out checks every time, which of course, needs a driver's license. (Anything over $200 also needs the Manager's approval.) Brown's birthday is in October, and she forgot to renew--so, she's been using her expired license, unbenounced to her. On the 21st, we did our Christmas and regular shopping--just over $600. Well, the cashier got the manager and neither one would OK it. Brown showed her last checkbook, showing all of the checks we wrote, explaining we;ve never bounced, etc. The manager's suggestion? Go to the ATM. Now, the max on an ATM withdrawal is around $400 daily. DUH! She just would not sign for it. Now, there is more to the story, but I'll leave it there for now.

How would all of you have handled it? (Mind you, WM *does* have the best prices around and the other nearest one is sort f out of the way. We still really do enjoy the store.)

Believer and FF and RIF you good man you

how are you tonight ?

enjoying the quiet after all the rushing around and cleaning up.

Well I'm encouraging Aussie to just rest his leg which isnt hard today as Test Cricket is on TV.

Served him Prawns - even peeled them for him - for lunch with lemon and Avocado and slipped in 3 anti inflammatories & 2 very strong pain killers I got from the doc for him... look like horse tablets they are so big ... on the side

Looked disgusted but took them anyway .... so I gave him a big kiss just because and got a big smile...hes a working project right now

Do you not have a check card Liny? I use mine all the time, never write checks anymore. Was your name not on the account? I guess I understand the manager's dilema because it would be his *ss if the check did bounce. (not that a license has ANYTHING to do with a check being good <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> )

I guess that is the idiot version of a non answer.

Hi AW, good to "see" you. Sounds like things are calming down for you two. How are you feeling? Still sick to the tummy?

well NS, it is time for me to sign off so I can sit with my H. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Love ya {{Iville }}

Liny, I never write cheques (he he that's the kiwi spelling) any more either.

Always use my ATM card or credit card.

So..... not much help from me either.

Jen

See ya, FF.

RIF, do you know how good it is to see your name in the Recent Visitors.

The night shift missed you.

Jen

nite nite, ff. Just checked your link. Once again, even the throwing up emoticon won't do this justice for their dispicable, inhumane, unconsciounable (sp) behaviour. Yeah, like motorcycle riding. W T F ?!?!!?!?

Anyway, thanks for your no answer-responses! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Do you not have a check card Liny? I use mine all the time, never write checks anymore. Was your name not on the account?<hr /></blockquote>The check card has a max too. (Which she didn't have anyway.) Our accounts are separate (I really don't have an account anymore) due to the G thing--everyhting is done through her account.

But, what would you do if you had?

[ January 01, 2005, 11:03 PM: Message edited by: LINY ]

I don't know Liny, I just know that bounced cheques are a hugely common occurrence and cost companies a great deal of money. We're in retail (second hand books) and won't take cheques at all.

A lot of stores here won't take cheques anymore unless you've set something up with them first.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
Hey RIF,

I don't care what these other Idiots say...

I'm glad to see you back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I pray your 4 months and a wake up goes fast!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I posted this to you earlies today RIF...

Wake up Old Man!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yes guys bit quieter here, Aussie seems to have made a NY resolution (revolution??? heh heh) to be more responsive or something <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

But still going to bed LATE and getting up early...well I suppose you can't have everything can you?

As for Cheques - NZ & AUST spelling - never use them unless I send a bank chq to someone for a ebay purchase <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Only use debit card or credit card.... ever tried to REFUSE credit????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Robby, I'll translate for you.

Robbie can hear the guitar from here lol

"because AW can hear the guitar to your song from Australia"

The mellow "same meaning surely in the States - meaning laid back and happy" (and warmer) "because you are back in Florida from Ohio" happy "because you sound happy" man "because you are one" he he he "laughing".

That help. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen
<hr /></blockquote>Thanks for the help Kiwi!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I got confused b/c there was no guitar...

yeah that's it. It's Nina Simone. Horns, not guitar.

Maybe Aussies have guitar with everything, kinda like ketchup!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, did you see my translation? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW, you guys are going to be JUST FINE.

Jen

Ooops spoke oo soon

sigh..back to Saltines..... lunch tasted so much better going down then it did coming up... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
BTW Liny you and Robby are the evil twins of Idiotville. <hr /></blockquote>Watch it missy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Well, you are!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oops, we were posting at the same time about the translation. Yep, guitars go with everything in Oz/NZ. Wouldn't be a party without someone getting out the guitar.

Jen

Except Liny is funny...sometimes (needs more jokes) ...... Robby is just funny......LOL heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
BTW Liny you and Robby are the evil twins of Idiotville. <hr /></blockquote>Watch it missy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Where the hell was I? Missed this post! (Will you stop finishing my sentences Robby?)

(looking)

OK all....gotta go put brown to bed...I'll check in more with some OT idiot answers!

Nite all!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Except Liny is funny...sometimes (needs more jokes) ...... Robby is just funny......LOL heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Kiwi!!

translate please!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

things NOT to say if your wife is pregnant...

"I finished the Tim Tam's."

"I sure hope your thighs aren't gonna stay that flabby forever!"

"Well, couldn't they induce labor ? The 25th is the Grand Final (Aussies Rules Football)."

"I'm jealous! Why can't men experience the joy of childbirth?"

"Are your ankles supposed to look like that?"

"Geez, you're awfully puffy looking today."

"Your stomach sticks out almost as much as your a$$!"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey LINY! Happy New Year! How are you and Brown doing? I hope that you guys had a great Christmas...

Hey AW - What the heck is a Tim Tam???

RIF!!

Got a warning for you from Aussie as well but later...(owww you guys)

Tim Tam it's two choc biscuits filled with choc fudge cream and TOTALLY dipped in milk chocolate.

Its so yummy and rich.
But I cant have one because of diabetes...sob <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Now aussies warning is not to EVER drink this because its really .... really .... REALLY BAD.

Aussies says the most horrible drink to be considered a beverage and safely drunk is Khoona. It is drunk by Afghani tribesmen on their wedding night and consists of a small amount of still-warm very recently attained bull
semen.
It is believed to be a potent aphrodisiac.

OH YUCK yuck <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Of course I want know WHY he was drinking it in the first place!!!!!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Bull semen??? Now that just sounds nasty!

I've seen the locals drinking some warm yogurt type drink... but I stay away from the local food as much as possible... Too many of the guys have gotten really sick by eating and drinking the local fare...

RIF

Aussie was living for some months in the Mountains so I guess he saw a lot of those things... like bowl fulls of fried locust's which he told me is eaten....yuck yuck yuck

thats being a bit TOO mucho <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Stick to REAL food like ice cream & chocolates <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

G'day I'ville !

I've eaten some stuff a pig wouldn't lick too. Like honey ants and sheep's eyes.

I wouldn't do bull semen though. I can't even do American country gravy so bull hut butter is RIGHT out ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

im just sitting here thinking...if i married a guy who needed a bull semen aphrodesiac on our wedding night.....boy did i make a wrong choice!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

morning all........

Well Aussie 'claims' after they persuaded him to dip his finger in to taste it and he spewed, they told him what it was ......lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

MMmmmmmmmmm dont know nikko, he got me prego before he left on the last short tour so ???? heh heh yeowww thats just wrong...... slap slap girl I'm just bein' bad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Need another Liny type joke.....

I know a diet to compete with Robby's...

The Non-Stress Diet

This diet is designed to help you cope with stress which normally builds up during the day.

Breakfast
1/2 Grapefruit or 1 orange
1 Slice Whole Wheat Toast, Dry
8 oz. Skim Milk

Lunch
4 oz. Lean Broiled Chicken Breast - no skin
1 cup Steamed Spinach
1 cup Herb Tea
1 Oreo Cookie

Mid-Afternoon Snack
Rest of the Oreos in the bulk 5 lb pack
2 Pints Rocky Road Ice Cream
1 Jar Hot Fudge Sauce - the BIG jar
Nuts, Cherries, Whipped Double Cream

Dinner
Loaves of Garlic Bread with Cheese
Large Sausage, Mushroom & Cheese Pizza
4 Cans or 1 Large Pitcher of Beer
3 Milky Way or Snickers Candy Bars
Rules For This Diet

1. If you eat something, and no one else sees you eat it, it has no calories.
2. When drinking a diet soda while eating a candy bar, the calories in the candy bar are cancelled by the diet soda.
3. When you eat with someone else, calories don't count as long as you don't eat more than they do.
4. Foods used for medicinal purposes NEVER count. Example: hot chocolate, brandy, toast, and Sara Lee Cheesecake.
5. If you fatten up everyone else around you, then you look thinner.
6. Movie-related foods do not have calories because they are part of the entertainment package and not part of one's personal fuel. Example: Milk Duds, Buttered Popcorn, Mints and Chocolate Ã©clairs.
7. Cookie pieces contain no calories. The process of breaking the cookie causes calorie leakage.
8. Late-night snacks have no calories. The refrigerator light is not strong enough for the calories to see their way into the calorie counter.
9. If you are in the process of preparing something, food licked off knives and spoons have no calories. Examples: Peanut Butter on a knife and ice cream on a spoon.
10. Food of the same colour have the same number of calories. Examples are spinach and pistachio ice cream, mushrooms and white chocolate.
11. Chocolate is a universal colouring agent and may be substituted for any other.

Hey AW - Did Aussie say how they got the bull's semen??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Good morning Nikko.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ROTFLMAO

I'll ask him RIF if you like,,,lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Aussie says very bloody carefully....lol heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning Idiotville,

I wish I had been on vacation as an excuse to have not been posting - but the truth be known ... I was too tired to read the pages I've missed, LINY is on (and I can't get near the computer), and then he's been home and I've been preoccupied (sp?) ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ).

Anyway excuses to the side ... I will try to be a good idiot (or not - b/c I just don't know if I can commit <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Well, how has everyone been around here!?!?!

Fill in the blanks (so I don't have to read like 200 pages)

LINY has probably filled you all in about the goings on in our life ... thanks honey, now I don't have too.

I hate that today is Sunday ... That means back to work tomorrow .... That means me and LINY on 2 diffferent shifts ... That means URGH!!!!!

I'll be lurking around the streets of Idiotville ... Don't turn me into The Mayor or Warden ... or the bartender (Did Fraggles ever come back???)

Brown

morning Brown, morning Idiots! (can't count you as an idiot Brown cuz you iz smart enuf to stay away!)

Liny, I would have dropped the matter. Fact is they have a lot to risk to accept a 600.00 check and WM is not exactly a mom and pop store that knows you personally. If they had one of those machines that verifies checks that would be a different matter all together. Boy I am really good at these non answer answers. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

morning riff---welcome back. be safe.

AW--all i can say is better you than me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, if you are worried about posting your email on the boards here is mine. killenme2004-mb@yahoo.com. You can send me your addy that way.

morning Nikko--hey can you share that pork roast recipe? I read about it on another thread. I think someone on the NY thread mentioned it.

** Singing **

I love Khoona in the springtime

I love Khoona in the fall.

I love Khoona in the winter

when it drizzles

I love Khoona in the summer

when it sizzles.

I love Khoona evâ€™ry moment

ev'ry moment of the year

I love Khoona

why

oh why do I love Khoona?

Because my love is near!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

um Robby, care to share why you are so d*mn HAPPY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

yuck Robby

that is so GROSS!!! lol hahahaha <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

well you didn't REALLY think I was going to let him get away with the suntanning story did you???

Morning FF , morning Brown

everyone ready for work tomorrow? ...not me I'm on Long Service Leave paid woo hoo for 26 weeks and then maternity leave for 12 months 10 weeks paid ............. gotta lov the gov employment award !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey kids ... FF I guess I wasn't as smart ... I came back ... the question is - am I visiting or not?

The Check Episode .... I know I've written out hundreds of checks to the store for well over $200 (and since Oct I counted like 4 or 5 - in front of the manager - she just shrugged and started to walk away). We also have spent $1,000.00 in the store over the last 1 1/2 months with moving .... I felt so stupid over the whole thing and the [censored]'t Mng's were "only doing their jobs" - and "they" probably don't know us - but It was Christmas for "God's Sake!!!!". I think the thing that also bothered me was that they would accept a check for under $200 (with the same driver's license????). Almost wanted to go back in and break down the shopping carts to be for $199.00 each purchase (I had aleast 20 checks in the checkbook - I might have gone back and got more stuff - hehehehe). Whateva!!!!

seen that happen at the supermarket Brown.... lady went through 3 different cashers 3 diff cheques - Aust Spelling - which were accepted BUT they would not accept one chq for the overall amount???? crazy stuff <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 um Robby, care to share why you are so d*mn HAPPY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Did you not listen to my song from last night?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW - I think I want to work for "your" Gov't and not mine. I took LWOP (Leave Without Pay) for 8 weeks after our 1st DD and back to work fulltime (we couldn't afford anything else). With our 2nd DD .. I worked until the Friday b/f she was born (by C-section and scheduled) ... I took 4 weeks of ASL (Advanced Sick Leave), 2 weeks of the leave I had accured, and 2 weeks of LWOP. I went back to work FT and had to pay back the ASL (at 4 hours every 2 weeks - roughly worked out to be 1 1/2 years with no Sick Leave accural - and that doesn't mean you don't get sick - that means you get sick and you don't get paid (WLOP).

Brown,

I Hate Wal-Mart
by Dave Lippman

I've always hated Blockbuster
Starbucks, not quite so much
If I'm not boycotting at least 3 oil companies
I start to feel out of touch
I wouldn't be seen near Nordstrom's or any such
And I hate Wal-Mart

I don't like whips, I don't like chains
I don't go choppin up my neighbors' brains
Don't really even like shopping
except at the Flea Mart
And I hate Wal-Mart

Now you may wonder, why all this fuss
If you don't like the plane, take the bus
Well I've found religion, and just between us
I hate Wal-Mart

If you didn't hear the story, here's how it is
Big company sells below cost
Drive mom and pop out of biz
Pretty soon all over the land
One big square store, identical brand
And that's why I hate Wal-Mart

Used to be you could drive around
Stop in at three or four towns
Encounter different sights and sounds
Different if not unique
Different accent, different smell
Different things to buy and sell
Now it's all Taco Bell
I hate Wal-Mart

Roads used to dip and wind
You drive slow, relax your mind
Never knew what you'd find
Round the next bend
Now the freeway goes so straight
It'd go right past the Pearly Gate
I don't feel human, I feel like freight
I hate Wal-Mart

I like to roam, I like to greet
Individuals on the street
You always know the one you meet is
One of a kind
But more and more they seem to be
Reflections of something on TV
When we're all alike, nobody's free
I hate Wal-Mart

I boycott Burger King
I boycott Newt Gingrich
I boycott everything which
I've seen advertised

I used to go out to dinner in a diner
Now they say fast food is finer
But it tastes like fell out of an airliner
It's enough to make you weep

I don't like board games
I don't like brand names
They make inflated claims
They're full of bleep
Everyone I meet is a high-tech dealer
Wants to sell me a digital potato peeler
And I don't like Garrison Keillor cause
He's so white

Turn on my radio dial
Like to hear something new once in a while
But it's the same old crap in a brand new style
It's audio rape
Still I try to pick and choose
Turn the dial but I always lose
They only play the worst rock and roll
And once in a while one little rhythm and blues
And that's why God made tape

Used to be we wore beads and bells
Sewed our own clothes in our own way
Now we all wear uniforms that say
Hard Rock Cafe
We're in a state of sartorial decay
That's why I hate Wal-Mart

If there's a pretty spot they'll pave it over
Put a cloverleaf over a four-leaf clover
Black paint on the White Cliffs of Dover
It never fails
Hope you like this song, thanks a bunch
I could go on, but I gotta go eat lunch
If you didn't like it, I've got a hunch
You work in sales

So grow your own, make your own
Be careful what you own
Develop non-shopping to an art
And whatever you do
Don't shop at Wal-Mart

FF--i have to try and remember which one it is---i'll get back to you.

Good Morning, Mayor????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by nikko:
 FF--i have to try and remember which one it is---i'll get back to you. <hr /></blockquote>???

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ok---found the whole thread....its one orchid started in feb of 2002---topic-recipes. type recipes into search and you should find it---there are somee goodies in there...have fun!

OOPS!!!

Wrong quote...

____________________

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Good Morning, Mayor???? <hr /></blockquote>???

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby's happy I can tell.lol

brown

yeah we are so well off its one reason I dont want to leave, but will change from one Department to another..

Sick Leave is accrued FOREVER eg I have 4 yrs at full pay, I get Long Service Leave of 13 weeks every 7 years AND they transferred my credits from another State here as well so I am due another LSL next year too. have to lov the Union ya ya come on the CSA woo hoo.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
???

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
???

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>WTF does THAT mean?

AW - I have to laugh b/c most Americans think it's grand to work for the Gov't ... b/c of the hours and the pay ... they get their info from the evening news and that's about our congressmen and their salaries and the time they take off. They really don't know what is like for the "average" gov't employee. I get that all the time from our "customers". They don't know *WE* are just like them ... average joes with bills and kids and just trying to make it on an average (or below average) salary.

Sorry about the soapbox.

Didn't you miss me? Or do you even remeber me? I was sadden by your "???".

I'm over it!!!!

And I'd like to say it's really kewl to see all those icons on one page.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 Good Morning, Mayor???? <hr /></blockquote>BROWN!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Howya doing??

I was just confused by your "????"

[ January 02, 2005, 10:08 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

I'm not so good today .... Girl stuff and very cranky (ask LINY). I'm trying my best not to LB.

Heard you had some ups and downs huh?

I hope this New Year is better for all of us .... I don't wanna do 2004 over again ... just not enuff high points <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning {{{I'Ville}}}

I am up and almost awake. I updated about my trip to see WH about NY's fiasco. I survived with just a teensy bit of I'ville showing. Well since it was R related I can't use it here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Where's the coffee? Where's the funnies? Oh, HI RObby didn't see you. hehehe. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We're watching "Franklin" and they were all celebrating the "Arrival of the Beavers!!!!!"

(The epsiode was about the the 1st day of Spring and The Turtles were haveing flooding b/c of the thaw .... then the Beavers show up and everybody was sooooooo happy).

{stealing the keyboard while brown does a load of laundry}

Mornin' I-Villle!

RIF, very good questions you had. Sheesh...the things men will do! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Of course I want know WHY he was drinking it in the first place!!!!!<hr /></blockquote>(AW, he was probably double-triple dared.)

Oh boy...what a mess around here...the part I dislike about after Christmas...Cleaning. Yuk.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by brown:
 We're watching "Franklin" and they were all celebrating the "Arrival of the Beavers!!!!!"

(The epsiode was about the the 1st day of Spring and The Turtles were haveing flooding b/c of the thaw .... then the Beavers show up and everybody was sooooooo happy). <hr /></blockquote>I'm always happy when the beavers show up!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

watch it Mayor or Justuss will getcha. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Ok, maybe I"M the one with the dirty mind. You people are a bad influence on innocent little me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

FF, I got that, too. I am just too much of a lady to comment. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Cough cough as I choke on that big fib! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

what you mean FF no idea hahahahhahaha

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh you dirty minds, you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Gotta help brown out...before kickoff in an hour.

I'll be back! Have a good day everyone!

Hi Brown - good to see you posting again. LINY has kept us well informed and entertained lately.

Robby - Your song about the bull semen made me start gagging and retching. Knock it off.

F-Again - Glad you are back safe. Good job almost controlling yourself.

FF- I missed your story. Will look for it.

AW - Sheesh - hope that little one doesn't come out with horns, hooves, and a tail. Tell Aussie he should be more careful what he puts in his mouth.

Good Morning believer !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Men can just be so GROSS!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

EEEEWWWW! Bull semen, and Nice beaver from Robby. Where is the gag graemlin?

Men! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

FAA

you are such a GOOD mum you really are!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I just bet this is you......

You know you're a mom when...

You count the sprinkles on each kid's cupcake to make sure they're equal.
You want to take out a contract on the kid who broke your child's favourite toy and made him/her cry.
You have time to shave only one leg at a time.
You hide in the bathroom to be alone....do that still
You child throws up, and you catch it....yep done that
Someone else's kid throws up at a party, and you keep eating.... been there
You consider finger paint to be a controlled substance...isn't it?????
You mastered the art of placing large quantities of pancakes and eggs on a plate without anything touching ...and making smiley faces
Your child insists that you read Once Upon a Potty out loud in the lobby of the doctor's office, or, better yet, in the lobby of your husbands work place... and you do it.
You hire a sitter because you haven't been out with your husband in ages, then spend half the night talking about and checking on the kids.
You hope ketchup is a vegetable because it's the only one your child eats...Yeuuu even with Chinese
You cling to the high moral ground on toy weapons, while your child chews his toast into the shape of a gun.... oh yes - sigh
You can't bear the thought of your son's first girlfriend.... NO NO NO leave my baby alone you hussies !!!!
You hate the thought of his wife even more... weeeeel depends on his WIFE
You donate to charities in the hope that your child won't get that disease.
You find yourself cutting your husband's sandwiches into unusual shapes.... yup no crusts either
You fast-forward through the scene when the hunter shoots Bambi's mother...ALWAYS
You use your own saliva to clean your child's face....still do
You obsess when your child clings to you upon parting during his first month at school, then obsess when he skips in without looking back the second time....sob yes I did
You can't bear to give away baby clothes -- it's so final...... still got em
You hear your mother's voice coming out of your mouth when you say, "Not in your good clothes!" or â€œMake sure you wear clean undies in case you have an accident!â€ OMG did I say that out aloud!!!
You stop criticizing the way your mother raised you.
You read that the average five year old asks 437 questions a day and feel proud that your kid is above average.
You say at least once a day, "I'm not cut out for this job", but you know you wouldn't trade it for anything in the world... sigh not ever ever but now we will have a new one to practice on <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yep a mummy (Aust) mommy (US) no doubt

AW -

I love it. And I noticed that I wanted to keep the "hussies" away from my boys, and the "bad boys" away from my girls.

I didn't buy guns for the boys, they made them out of sticks though. Also the boys played "house" different than the girls. The boys set up the house and people on the train track, and then started the train up to send everything flying.

Ah yes memories Believer memories....

my 'darling' little boy used to 'hang' his big sisters dollies because they just wouldn't do as they were told.... I explained gently to him that girls were like that and he had to be very understanding... he got this steely little look in his eyes & said they only understood one thing,,,, the rope.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

So then I DEMANDED he leave her dollies alone.....he thought I was just a 'big sissy' and went off in a huff to blow up his toy soldiers... now he wants to be a soldier...maybe I shoulda let him play with the dollies???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Yep - no matter what - boys are just born different. They can't help it, and no amount of mothering and socialization can change them. Poor things. Thank God I was born female.

Thanks AW. reassurance that I am at least TRYING to be a good Mom helps right now. My older kids tell me often that I am a great Mom. And that is good. DD12 not so much. UH DUH. She is almost a teenager. But I survived the first 3 times aound. And DD12 is a great kid. I like her. Not just love her. BUt I like her. I would want to be her friend if I was the same age. If you know what I mean.

OMG

what if I have another boy... I wanna girl again... I have such a great daughter, even if she did rip me to shreds over the A..... shes 100% behind me now and we talk about SO many things ............ but I'm still not telling Dad about the SF with boyfriend sweety...you do it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hopefully you will have a girl. Then half your problems will be over. Ooooops - Aussie might see your little note to your daughter.

Are you going to find out what it is, AW? Or wait till he/she appears.

Getting back to beavers....

As we leave the city going south we always pass a road called Beaver Road. For 30 years it has been Rob's standing joke to say "Aaaah, my favourite road."

Not long ago we had my mother sitting in the back seat as we left the city and as we passed Beaver Road, Rob and I had to fight to avoid catching each other's eye or we would have lost it. LOL.

Back to polite topics of conversation. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Oh, I forgot AW is on at the moment. Impossible. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

Okay, where is everybody? The streets are empty and all that.

Went to see the Commodores in Biloxi this week. They sang "Night Shift" and I thought of you guys. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

im kinda off and on tonight--hubby is at the giants/dallas cowboys game. so im solo again. i just watched "the clearing", robert redford movie---blech! to much affair stuff! good god, cant even rent a good kidnapping movie!

so evening idiots--i will be on and off.....

Hi all! This is too tiring reading 6-10 pages. Can't remember what all I wanted to say...

LINY: You have mail.

FF: Your email address didn't work. Got the following error message:

"Hi. This is the qmail-send program at yahoo.com.
I'm afraid I wasn't able to deliver your message to the following addresses. This is a permanent error; I've given up. Sorry it didn't work out."

LINY/Brown: I would have used the credit card and then paid that off with the check. hehehe. Well, maybe.

Robby: Welcome back, thanks for bringing the warmth up. It's still warm.

[ January 03, 2005, 06:47 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

KiwiJ: We have lots of roads, counties and towns around here that have the word Beaver in them. A few years back a couple of radio dj's made up this program with all sex towns and stuff. It was funny. There is even a town called Intercourse.

Go ahead Justuss, edit it, we know you want to, but it's the truth.

RH, the funny thing is there aren't and never have been any of the furry, buck toothed little critters in NZ. I think the road may have been named after a Mr Beaver. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I mean it sort of figures that you're going to have place names in the States with "beaver" in them. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Isn't Intercourse in the heart of Amish country?

Good grief, can we change the subject. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

I'm trashed.

**** it...

****!!!

****!!!

[ January 03, 2005, 06:46 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Lovely to see you too, Robby.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Come on, spill...

Jen

spill 2hat?

Why you are trashed and why you are using bad language. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jen

They don't call me tight ***** and tight lipped around here for nothing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, wassup??????

Jen

[ January 03, 2005, 06:47 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Come on Robby you are acting out of character (is that possible?) for the mayor of Idiotville! What's going on wid u?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hey everyone. Had a long day at church today. Then I came home and napped! Wow, haven't done that for a loooong time.

I see you all have been keeping Justuss busy reading here. Is that to distract from the rest of the board?

Oh and thanks RH. I am sure, being an idiot, that I got the addy wrong. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good Evening I'ville. Okay I just posted my new Plan A. I just kill myself! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I am stitting here in I'ville snickering my face off. THank God I am alone.

I will now just sit back quietly and wait for reactions from WH. ROTFLMAO. OMG he will have a fit. HA HA HA.

Robby, I am so funny, I suggest you abdicate right now! Just kidding. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where is your thread F-Again??? Is it the same as before? I'll have to go look.

Robby, you get your butt back here this minute!!!

Jen

Hey, Kiwi. I did an update to the New Year's Eve one. But this one is To Orchid, LMAO. I am still laughing. I guess I must be sick and twisted. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again, you need to do whatever it takes to get him to see sense. I mean that. There is NOTHING like a foggy WS. They (me, when I was one) are on a different planet and working to different rules from everyone else.

I know you're angry and I don't blame you for that for one second but I've seen it here a hundred times. If the anger is too much to get over the chances of recovery are very slim.

Having said that, I'd be bloody angry too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Jen

Hey, Kiwi. I am not angry any more. Honest. I cannot change either what I did or he did. I am actually quite at peace. I have few regrets about any of my actions. I learned a long time ago that you just cannot beat ourself up over your mistakes. You can learn form them and try not to do the make mistake over and over.

I was actually talking about my Plan A with Reverse Babble with Action. I think it is going to freak WH out. ANd that is a good thing. He is a classic c/a couple with MLC and fog. So for his family and friends to be in the same boat as him presents quite the image, doesn't it?

THat's what I am talking about. DId you read the right thread?

F-Again, I read the right one. I think what you are doing is awesome.

As I've said to Starz, who is really going through very much what you are going through except IB is still at home, I feel just GHASTLY that I was on the other side of this.

Although, I am redeemed. My H (Rob) loves me and we are stronger than ever.

Never give up hope, F-Again, you probably don't know my whole story but I was what most people would call irredeemable.

Jen

Robby, I mean it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

You get back here and you tell us what is up with you!!!

Jen

Good evening I'Ville! How's everyone doing?

RIF, Robby's trashed and won't come back on. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Apart from that, just fine and dandy thanks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Seriously, I am, don't know about everyone else.

Jen

yoo hoo... Mr. Mayor? Are you out there?

Glad things are going well for you Jen... looks like the night shift is going to be a little thin this evening...

Thanks Kiwi. I can forgive the infidelity, I think. I don't judge you as you are repentant and working to fix things with your H. I admire that.

I WANT to forgive WH. BUt, don't know if I ever can. I want my pound of flesh so to speak. I NEED him to crawl. I have few illusions left about his character or rather the lack of it. I have judged him as a H and a F and found him sorely lacking. It might not be my place to do that but hey, I am being honest here. Erinyes is my new nickname. That is the name of the 3 Furies. I posted the reference on Dec 31st on this thread.

I have thought long and hard about this. I need to have things settled in my own mind. I have the tiniest flicker of love left. But, I don't know whether I am willing to make it grow or deliberately kill it.

[ January 02, 2005, 10:38 PM: Message edited by: fightingalone-again ]

RIF, you are an oasis of good sense in a desert of idiocy.

Gee, wasn't that poetic. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

It worries me when our Idiots get all peculiar and disappear.

Jelly hasn't been around since before New Years. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Yep, looks like the night shift might be a bit thin. Even Liny and Bob have disappeared. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

F-Again, fixed, things are fixed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I sometimes wonder what would have happened if Rob had found out DURING the A. I was in such a different place then, he would probably be fighting as you are now.

F-Again, until they (the foggy ones) face reality you really do have a battle on your hands.

Jen

Hi Jen - I think Bob is doing some serious thinking... I'm pretty sure that he and Squiddy will work things out...

Hi Fighting - Sorry you are so down... I know how you're feeling. You decide what YOU want with your M, and then do what you think is best. For me, I made the decision to rebuild... it was tough, but looking back, I'm so glad that I didn't just throw everything away like my instincts told me to...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Even Liny and Bob have disappeared. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>I'm here, I'm here! Not for long though...first work week in 2005...YUK!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />They don't call me tight a**ed and tight lipped around here for nothing. <hr /></blockquote>Now who in the world would have the gall to call you *that*??? I'll kick his [censored], I will!

(Evenin' all!)

Hey LINY! Happy New Year!!!!!

Hey RIF!!! Happy New Year to you too!!!

Hope your R&R was great!!!! And the family as well!!!!

Hello and Happy New Year, night shift and snoozing ids alike.

I just watched the "Mouth of Sauron" scene from Return of the King for like the 1000th time. I can't get enough of that creepy Mouth! He sounds like Triumph the Insult Comic Dog.

GC

Liny, I can always rely on you. ROFLMAO. I'll go to my grave saying "someone" thought I was tight *****. LOL

I'm back to **** too, uh work, on the 5th.

Did you see, 12 MONTHS of NC.

I had a lightbulb moment the other day (one of my many). OM was involved with an international company that I'm ideolgically extremely opposed to. Watched a DVD the other night about said company and thought, I could NEVER have entertained a permanent relationship with someone that was involved in a company like that. And I will delete this if the company becomes apparent to anyone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

[ January 03, 2005, 06:08 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hey GC! HNY!!! (Did you reschedule your "interview?")

BTW, absolutely love that dog!

LINY - R&R was great... the family is doing well... two weeks is just too short, but hey, I was glad to have the two weeks so I'm not complaining!

Hey GC - Happy New Year! I hate creepy movies... if I watch one, I'll have nightmares for weeks!

[ January 02, 2005, 11:13 PM: Message edited by: RIF ]

GC, Return of the King, NZ movie I BELIEVE. He he.

Jen

LINY, she came on Friday. I mentioned it on my thread. I doubt she'll move in. I have to go back to the drawing board. I don't want a total stranger living with me, so that means I'll need to cast my net a little wider among my social circle.

GC

Hey Jen - Congratulations on 12 months of NC! Way to go!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Ditto from me, Kiwi!

GC

Sorry to hear that gc...you'll find someone...don't worry...

Uh, ., could it be Playboy LTD?

I know, RIF, I should feel really good but I'm just ashamed that I put us in this situation in the first place. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

Yes, I'm just kidding. Have absolutely no clue? Wal-Mart? (Hehehe.)

{whack}
That was my nerf 4X2 ( <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) .!
Look at the woman and the , and the M you have NOW!!!!!!!!

g'day evening crew

hows ya at today????

SPORTS NEWS

The Rams (8-8) won Jets LOST hehehe & .
Denver (10-6) won the AFC's final wild-card spot, and a trip to Indy for a rematch next Sunday.
But the IMPORTANT news is that Pakistan is all out for 304 and Australia is 3 wickets for 269 in the first innings of the rubber free CRICKET test match in Sydney.

No. Liny, it's not Playboy LTD. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Although, H and I are not averse to watching the odd movie from them when it's showing in a hotel..... wink, wink, nudge nudge. (That was from Benny Hill or Monty Python I think.)

It's a very famous international company that I always had misgivings about when "he" first mentioned it.

Jen

AW, I'm going to be a total downer here. The Sri Lankan cricket team was here and they've gone home. The International Cricket Board was going to fine them $2.5 million for "cancelling" the tour but they've backpedalled on that.

How do you know all this stuff about American sport???? LOL

Jen

Say no more, say no more! (Python--Duh! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

<blockquote>quote:<hr />The Rams (8-8) won Jets LOST hehehe & .<hr /></blockquote>You keep quiet missy, or I'll fly you over some liver!

(Jets still in the playoffs, though. Chad has been sucking more lemon than Donald Trump lately. BUT...my man, Curtis "My Favovorite" Martin--oldest man ever to win rushing title!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />The International Cricket Board was going to fine them $2.5 million...<hr /></blockquote>W T F ??????????

It's true. There were SO many letters to the paper. Like, why don't the cricket board give $2.5m to the aid workers?

They HAVE backed down though. Amazing isn't it?

Jen

Well I have sat TV and we watch sports, sports and sports ll night long because 'someone' doesn't sleep and keeps me awake....
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

the ICB actually looked outside its Gold & Ivory palace windows & thought 'oh they had a tidal wave?? Why didn't someone tell us???" only a week late late and a mile behind the rest of the world.....catching up I see heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jets lost, Jets lost, Jets lost, Jets lost, Jets lost!!! Still think its so false to allow them all these playoffs... either win or loose ya mugs. hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Amazing isn't it?<hr /></blockquote>Unfortunately, no.

You know, though, I thought more and more about ff's link about the tourists back on the beach. MY first instinct was utter and complete digust. But I thought more about it, and, I'm at another impass with myself about what the heck these natives should do. I mean, 3 months out of the year is their income for the *entire* year. Their livelihood is *only* tourism. I don't know. (I mean, don't get me wrong--I think those people sunbathing and making that sandcastle or whatever they were doing have absolutely no conscious.) Maybe sending in their "vacation trip" money as a donation rather than actually going and sunbathing...

psst...hey aw...over here....

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good evening NS. GC, sorry about the potential roomie but I am sure someone will come along.

Mayor, mayor...you didn't even pick up on the Tigger incident. What is going on with you??? And I agree with Jen ?????
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hello RIF, how are things? Are you getting over the jetlag?

Bob, you got some really good responses on your thread. It helped me a lot to read them.

FA-A, my goodness you are one busy gal.

Hey Liny, where are my jokes?

Did I cover everyone? Where is Jelly?? Back to lurk status? Come on out and play Jeeelllyyy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

oooh, sorry missed the prego. Hey AW!

Monty Python is good, the goon show is better, but the best has to be Rowan Atkinson as 'BLACKADDER' ....

As Baldric says "I have a cunning plan Mr B"

if I grind up the tablets in his food he might actually take them and 'praise the Lord' fall asleep..... Dare I? sigh ...no ....rocking little 4 yr old on lap typing wiht one finga playin tickles....

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!aussieswife has just posted #5000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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AW, you need all the "cunning plans" you can get.

Liny, I agree, tourism is what keeps these places going but if you're going to be there with your tourist dollar, at least help out. You can spend your money in the bars and restaurants but you can still help clear up the mess or help people find their loved ones.

Jen

Saw interview with some Aussies and other tourists who said they were staying in the hotels still operating because if they left the local people woulf have no income for between 3 & 6 months.

They had thought about donating the money but were worried that it would 'disappear'.

OK I'm here Liny..........hehe go ahead (whispering Jets lost jets lost)

Hey ff!!!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey Liny, where are my jokes?<hr /></blockquote>Didn't you read my ten "NY Resolutions"?!?!?
That's ten days worth! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I missed it, I missed it, I missed it, I missed it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Party tooters, confetti, awards!!!!!!!!!

That's even better than we did on the "Jelly" thread isn't it?

Where is our Jelly? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You can spend your money in the bars and restaurants but you can still help clear up the mess or help people find their loved ones.<hr /></blockquote>I think that this is the only thing I came up with too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I missed it, I missed it, I missed it, I missed it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>WHAT? My jokes or the 5000th post?!?

Yes, it makes Rob and I angry.

I know I wouldn't have been able to cope, I'd have been frightened and I'd have been on the first plane out of there but a lot of people have stayed on to help. Proud to say that a lot of my countrymen are amongst those helping.

Anyhoo, who the F are the jets anyway???? I mean I wouldn't have a clue. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

Do you tell jokes? Oh, sorry, must have missed them. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

I know the areas quite well as Aussie & I spend time there once a year usually - until this yr obviously (sigh) - you know its Xmas or June July that we go up there & we were seriously thinking about it for Xmas until his deployment to 'clear' our heads etc....... maybe the deployment was a hidden blessing, even with all the ****.

I know a lot of medical and emergency service staff from Perth are staying on and helping, though its gathering forensic material now and burning the bodies as even dry ice can do only so much... well some HAPPY news..they found another baby on a mattress alive & well

[ January 03, 2005, 06:03 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

AW, that's something we can be proud of. When the going gets tough, Aussies and NZers get stuck in.

Jen

They also found a boater underneath his boat--after a week!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Anyhoo, who the F are the jets anyway???? <hr /></blockquote>Please tell me you HAVE heard of Joe Namath, right?

Hey Jen'

the JETS are LOSERS hehehehhehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />AW, that's something we can be proud of. When the going gets tough, Aussies and NZers get stuck in.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
I know the U.S. will finally pull through, but I am embarrassed at the slow response.

OK aw & . (& RIF if you're still around)...need to check out for the night...Have a good one!

Is that the guy who was the actor in Joe & the Volcano?????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Night Liny

.... US can only do so much Liny...what about Saudi money I mean $10 m ????
crikey the shieks would drop more than that at the casinos each night and not miss it!!!

Yes, I have heard of Joe Namath. He used to be in ads in Playboy in the 70s. HA HA HA.

Jen

Hi Nightshift.

Well done on the year in the light Jen !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

A real milestone.

I'm on a bit of a down part of the rollercoaster track as yu can tell <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'll get over it I'm sure.

Hard though. Male pride is a pretty pointless thing. Why can't I just look at the FACTS of today - that squid chose to be with me, loves me and we have every chance of success rather than putting impossible unspoken demands on her, such as that she should at least look at the FACTS of OM to place her affair in context ,to really regret her affair not just its effects ?

I deserve better than being her default choice though Jen. I really do. I am personally recovered enough to realise that now.

Pride in the name of love...great song that was <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Affairs are so foul Jen....they are like emotional Tsunamis: they wash away everything good and just leave **** and tragedy in their wake.

Squid and I had a small R talk last night. I think when the kids are back at school I can open some serious topics up again. I need to know how she feels about her affair now, but I can't ask her with kids all over the place. Our 11YO DD has radar ears for grown up conversations right now and needs to be out of the house before we can talk !

Ah well....better make some coffee....

{{{{jen}}}}

This is a fun little place. Are you accepting new citizens? I am feeling like I could be an idiot. Actually I think I already am. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> And I say that with the utmost respect of myself of course. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tiggy

Welcome to Idiotville Tiggy ! Robby is the mayor and is funny, while LINY is not. Not the mayor and not funny. Is IS a fun little place and also is a place where idiots can bare their souls without the rest of the board throwing in their 2x4s , but don't tell anyone that, 'kay ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Currently cocktail recipes including bull semen are popular here. Do you have any perchance ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Currently cocktail recipes including bull semen are popular here. Do you have any perchance ?

Well that made me laugh thank you very much Mr. Bob. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tiggy

[ January 03, 2005, 01:11 PM: Message edited by: Tiggy ]

Tiggy, can you tell me who wrote this :

Tiggy,

I am so glad we made it through another year together. I love you very much and I want to spend many more years together. I know I don't show it very often but I adore you. I am so lucky to have you as a part of my life. I want to look back on my life and remember all of the good times we had together. I love to be with you because I feel grounded knowing I am with you. Like I have a purpose in life. I know I haven't been the greatest husband in recent years, but I have been trying lately to be the best for you. I want to make this year the best ever. I love you sweetie.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Be happy darl', you are doing FINE.

Bull semen ? I'll never drink baileys again !

I one spent a night with a friend and work colleague in a seedy bar in Vienna with a group of Algerian mercenaries drinking things called 'flatliners'. Tequila, tabasco sauce & gin.

The Tabasco stays between the spirits like a red line.

It took me 2 days to recover. But WHAT a night !

No bull semen as I recall, but plenty of bull ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I know Bob. My husband wrote that. And it makes me sad that he could be so mean tonight. I was mean too though.

Does a fight wipe out that letter? I honestly almost went right over to rip it up and thought better. It is extremely unusual for him to write me anything.

I love him and it hurts when we fight, which is almost never. Maybe we need to learn how to *fight* We just usually get along you know. We are the even keel couple. Not so good I am thinking at the moment. Since, before the affair we didn't fight at all, just like now. Difference is that then we didn't like each other much either.

Sorry I am truly rambling here.
Tiggy

Bob, I have a question. What would you like to hear your wife say that would show that she is remorseful over the affair, not just the fallout?

don't have to answer. I just sometimes ask myself what is it exactly that I am wanting here.

Tig

Ever had a duck fart? That's a popular one here in the land of the Oregon Ducks.

Tiggy

[ January 03, 2005, 03:34 AM: Message edited by: Tiggy ]

Hey Bob,

I am going to finally shovel off and try to go nite nite. You have a good one.

Tiggy

Tig, you asked this great question :
Bob, I have a question. What would you like to hear your wife say that would show that she is remorseful over the affair, not just the fallout?

My answer is :
" I never meant my belittling fog statements, in fact my affair with OM made me realise what a good man and husband you are, and I love you. I am not with you just because I can't have OM, or becuase you give me a comfortable and secure life: I am here because I love you and want to spend my life with you".

Or something like that.

Jen said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Isn't Intercourse in the heart of Amish country? <hr /></blockquote>Yes

FF: you got my address right? I've since removed it.

Morning I'ville.

Bob, Flatliners? Over here in Canada, we have something called a Prairie Fire. AKA Flaming ***whole <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Tequila with Tabasco. Both a Yum and an OMG type of shooter.

Too early for that though. Coffee anyone?

Hi, Tiggy. Welcome. I guess the Mayor isn't around to say that in I'ville you need a job here and relate 3 Non A idiot moments. I am the clean up crew. Starz is the sniper, I think. Bob, I don't know your job. RH? What's yours?

[ January 03, 2005, 05:59 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

LINY: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'll fly you over some liver! <hr /></blockquote>ROFLMAO

Are you dutch also? I can see AW flying over liver as we speak.

Morning {{{Dobie}}} How are you this morning? Coffee?

Welcome to I-ville Tiggy. Robby is the Mayor. As FAA said you need to list three idiotic things you have done in your life (and they must be non Affair related). Once you've done that, you'll need to get a job. I am the road commissioner (hence all the potholes). Starz is our sniper. Jelly is Queen (and assistant mayor) and the town drunk. NOW is the town pyscho -logist, though she hasn't been around for awhile. Fraggles was the bartender on page one, but we haven't seen her since. LINY is the Attorney General and will sue your *** off. Brown is our cheerleader. KiwiJen is ___, Bob Pure is ____. I forget what they are. There's others I'm sure. But you get the gist.

FAA weren't you going to start a thread that compiled the idiotic things we've done?

Have a great 3rd day of 2005 all!

[ January 03, 2005, 06:01 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Whatever happened to the "thin" nightshift? I had to read 5 pages after that comment was made!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hey RH. I was going to. But, I didn't want to do it until I had a consensu or at least a majority vote form the I'ville residents. Did I miss a response to that question. Ya, I know I'm an Idiot.

YOu must have ESP, though. I was just thinking that with the size of I'Ville, that it would really be a howl to read of all the I'things the inmates, err, residents of I'ville have done.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Morning {{{Dobie}}} How are you this morning? Coffee? <hr /></blockquote>Just dropped DS off at school. He seemed excited to be getting back to his friends. I'm hoping today goes smoothly. Changes in his routine tend to make him act up there.

A new thread?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

It's hard enough to keep up with one!!

Besides, the residents of Idiotville seem to flux too much. Some people come and go. Others, the true Idiots, stay! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You do realize there are those on this board that despise us, right? They report any sniffle here to the Mods and put a ton of (off board) pressure on some folks to stay away because they think "real" MBers should be above all thisâ€¦

Just my 2 centsâ€¦

Wellll REElly Robere' ol' toff

I am ABOVE all this.........ROTFLMAO

nah not ....... heh heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Robere' ol' toff
<hr /></blockquote>translate... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor - How's it going this morning?

Hey AW - Has Aussie told you about anymore gross things to eat in Afghanistan that you care to share with us? he he he...

Hey FAA - How are you doing this morning? I wasn't very productive on the night shift... was pretty busy with work today... but looks like Bob and the others made up for me...

Hi Dobie - Don't think I've ever met you... welcome to I-Ville. I'm usually on the night shift and will probably be heading off to bed pretty soon as I'm still dealing with some jet lag...

Robby haven't you EVER watched an old British movie at all????...........

'ol toff' is a term used to describe the 'upper classes'
you know Dukes & Earls and Counts etc etc (sigh before Aussie jumps in NO NOT DUKES OF HAZARD) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!

Hope you're all having a happy new year, and getting things started on the right foot! (or, the left foot, if it suits ya better <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Little thought for the day, and the new year:
Dear Lord, on me bestow
Friends to share the way I go.
~Thomas Curtis Clark

BIG SIGH

I know I should have said NOTHING... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

yes yes yes Aussie that means Robby is like a Duke ... ok now?? .... HAPPY???

yes thats means guys win ok??

Sheez <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

morning Iville! RIF you head off to bed yet? boy the NS was busy! Takes me a while to get caught up. I was telling my H about you ijuts last night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> such as that she should at least look at the FACTS of OM to place her affair in context ,to really regret her affair not just its effects ?
<hr /></blockquote>Bob, can accept that it may take squid a while to admit this? You see there is pride that gets in the way. I am sure in her heart she has already figured this out, but it may take her a while to be able to verbalize it or face herself in the mirror. Us FWS have a hard time looking in the mirror sometimes.

Welcome Tiggy. I am the part time short order cook and 411 info lady. I have a great recipe for spaghetti sauce on the ceiling. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Robby!! Are you back? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Good morning YL! Missed you. How are you?

AW, watch it or you'll give the mayor a big head <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Breakfast in the Mountains consisted of this goat curdy thing that stank and gave him the runs, it was warm and gooy oh yuck

RIF stop encouraging him !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Yuck!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Welcome Tiggy

as you can see us idiots are.. well idiots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm the sports reporter and ONLY report on significant sports like Cricket, Rugby, Tennis, Surfing, Swimming, Soccer, Aussie rules football...and when Liny complains NFL & Basketball & Cricket heh heh heh heh

Hmmm...

Mayor Robby, Duke of Idiotville....

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

There you go AW, see what you did!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <blockquote>quote:<hr />Mayor Robby, Duke of Idiotville....
<hr /></blockquote>

RH, tried to find something to write it down on...but I am an idiot. I will wait until my H is absolutely ready and then ask you again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Robby!! Are you back? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Didn't quite catch up yet, huh ff? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yep, I'm back. It's Mostly Sunny and gonna be 76 here today!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nope not what I mean Mayor sir Duke! I meant are you back from the happy place you were in yesterday? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

76? Wow, we have so much rain lately you would think we lived in Oregon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

AW, that baby they found was a newborn? Wow! The resilance of children.

Those are the GOOD stories FF.... lol

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hmmm...

Mayor Robby, Duke of Idiotville....
<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO hehehehehehe

STOP it Robby ...... you are just encouraging Aussie...and good God he doesn't need it!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Not quite sure exactly what you mean about a happy place... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Am I not supposed to be happy? No fun being glum!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

wasn't that baby amazing???

4 days on the open water...wow

ok, now I see on the news that there were two babies that survived. One a 18 month old on a mattress out to see and the other a newborn. WOW

MMmmmm lets see.......

'Sir Robby the Mayor, Duke of Idiotville,'

has a certain brass ring to it hehehehheheh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh forgot... nited, I mean Knighted, you as well'''''lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ok, so I spent so much time here I have to scramble to get ready for work. {{Iville}}

Talk to you later. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It's Mostly Sunny and gonna be 76 here today!! <hr /></blockquote>Glad to hear it, we will be coming down in Feb. What do I pack? Do you people wear shorts or is it too cold for you? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Happy New Year everybody. I didn't catch up, sorry. I hope all is well with Idiotville.

Jelly!! Welcome back. We certainly missed you, Robby has been out of control and we need you to whip him into shape. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good luck getting caught up. We just surpassed the 5,000 post mark. The NS has been very busy and naughty lately. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

ky hiya

its 11.25pm and 66 here a the moment.
84 tomorrow they say heating up to 100 + in the shade on Thursday

Bikini weather for gals ...for guys thats optional........lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

See ya ff have a good day at work.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Queen Jelly Bing!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

doing happy dance...

Average temp in Tampa Bay is 73 in February. Where in FL are you guys going?

Here?

Give me a few days notice. I'll have to dust!!

Hey girls. Glad to see this place has been hopping. NS, must be Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW, how's the baby? I want her/him. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF, welcome back, how did everything go???

Robby, why do you imply such things about I-ville and its protestors? Do you have details, facts, knowledge, gossip????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ...still dancing!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dancing with all my Duke & Knight crap on is a bit of a challenge...

Sir Robby the Mayor, Duke of Idiotville

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Do you have details, facts, knowledge, gossip???? <hr /></blockquote>Yes, and spies!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Super secret double agent types!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly girl

its unbelieveable...I'm getting so clucky ...looking after the neices and nephews on the hols at the moment and had the 4 yr old in my lap today playing tickle games....did not want to let him go....lol just so cuddly...lol

And boy am I showing already..... a giant in the making I think.

Mmm speaking of which time for my foot rub and fruit snack and milkshake ....... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Holy Wowie Zowie Batman!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly posts and I get a job offer!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

.........focus on good and good will happen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ohhhhhhh, I want a baby... I want a belly, big and round, with my button fully erect. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, do you have any Disney connections? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> It is killing S-cheap ***-T (ST)

This will be our very first vacation that does not involve a fishing boat in 12 years. We have come so far. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 03, 2005, 05:22 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

double post.... sorry...

[ January 03, 2005, 09:53 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Hey Jelly! R&R was GREAT. Two weeks was too short, but hey, at least we got to spend our 18th anniversary and Christmas together as a family.

Sir Duke/Knight Mayor - Hey congrats on the job offer! So does this mean that you're giving up your high paying mayorial duties???

AW - You take care of yourself and go have your snack!

I'm still jet lagged out, so I'm going to clock out until tomorrow... good night everyone!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly posts and I get a job offer!! <hr /></blockquote>I love when it is all about me!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So is this a great offer??? Is this the offer we have all been waiting for? (again, all about me, and I-ville too)

Tell us more, you Mute!!

OH NO...what have I done??????

I've created Robby "Machiavelli" the Iron Duke o I'ville......eeek <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
Robby, do you have any Disney connections? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> It is killing S-cheap ***-T (ST) <hr /></blockquote>I do but tickets are hit & miss. Let me know dates and I'll see what I can do. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 03, 2005, 05:23 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

OH NO...what have I done??????

I've created Robby "Machiavelli" the Duke of I'ville......eeek informers, double agents spies, heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

but it seems a job offer is on the go... woo hoo for Robby.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

The job offer isn't great, but better than I have now. It's here in FL so that's a plus. But it's not management so I'd have to work!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm still going to AZ in a week to interview for the great job there...

FAA: No, I don't think you missed any posts, I just forgot you were looking for consensus or Mayor's approval.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I've created Robby "Machiavelli" the Duke of I'ville......eeek informers, double agents spies, <hr /></blockquote>with connections, He11 he is no Duke, he is the Godfather!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I've created Robby "Machiavelli" the Duke of I'ville......eeek informers, double agents spies, <hr /></blockquote>with connections, He11 he is no Duke, he is the Godfather!!! <hr /></blockquote>Sir Robby the Mayor, Duke of Idiotville

- aka

The Godfather, Don Roberto!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

So, Jelly, what's for lunch?

Let me guess: Ham sandwich, chips and a deli pickle?

I'm having leftover sghetti.

LIVER!

Good morning Idiots!

WRONG!!!!

Sloppy Joe, chips, dill pickle. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

How's my favorite Gimp?

blah yuck Liny

you have mine <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny,

Are you still the Attorney General? My office has received a letter of interest from a potential idiot. Wants to be the District Attorney. There is a difference, right? Anyway if the candidate shows up I suppose he/she would report directly to you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY, YL!!!!

HNY!

Welcome Tiggy...Bob, you're slacking--you never requested 3 idiot things from tiggy!

Welcome tiggy!

Congrats Robby!

AW--no b-ball--football, football, and hockey (ice). <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Welcome to Idiotville Tiggy ! Robby is the mayor and is funny, while LINY is not. <hr /></blockquote>Don't believe them tiggy! I *am* funny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> LIVER!
<hr /></blockquote>Drama King, you are not!

Sure, have him/her report to my office, or I'll sue them too.

OT--FYI--thin mints are a bi@ch to clean up when there half-eaten and squished all over the place.

Hey!! (To all those that waved back) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

KY!! Nice to see you've returned from your vacation! Too long without Idiotville will stump your growth, ya know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> OH, and you asked if Feb is shorts weather - for anybody who's use to 2' of snow in the winter, YES!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

OK Robby, can ya be more specific - did they actually offer the job, and you get to say yah I'll take it, or nope, shove it?? Or is this an interview opp??

Liny - you can keep my part of the liver too (If you were sharing - YUC-Double-K!!

New Year is going well for us, thanks for askin!!

Fine Jelly Queen, fine.

Thanks for asking.

You have mail that you never answered.

Oh, BTW mayor, supposed to be a balmy 60o today!!!

Sorry Rh...never answered either. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Was it the one showing the shed? Cause if it was, I had a visual of AW trying to sunbathe on the side of it like spiderwoman or sumthin!

(Looks good, btw! How far away is it from the house?)

Check out my new year so far...

Yesterday I helped my brother take down a huge tree, cut it up and haul it away. He does this part-time. I didn't want to spend my Sunday this way, but he needed the help, and he waved cash in front of my face.

It was awful, evil work. The opposite of fun. I'm pretty fit, but I'm in agony today.

And I have to go to the dentist.

Is this any way to start '05? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

GC

GC, head up man!! You'll be just fine!!!!

BTW ., I now know what your refernce was a "few" pages ago. (I'm an idiot!)
CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />GC, head up man!! You'll be just fine!!!!<hr /></blockquote>Now, rinse and spit, will ya?!?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
OK Robby, can ya be more specific - did they actually offer the job, and you get to say yah I'll take it, or nope, shove it?? Or is this an interview opp??<hr /></blockquote>I actually got the offer. I'm "thinking about it overnight" and will call tomorrow am to accept. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> robby13 said:

quote:
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Robby has friends in high places, like Toon Town! Must have bought his way into Iville. <hr /></blockquote>Guess you missed this eh Jelly?

Graycloud: Look at it this way, it can only get better from here.

LINY: Yes, probably 50 yards (or 45.72 meters for the nightshift folks).

WOOHOOHOO!!!! Now I'm doin the little happy dance - just imagine Snoopy, and Linus playing the piano...YEAH!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Zoinks!

I heard that Liny!!!

Boy are you in trouble !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Just wait....... until I tell EVERYONE the truth.... Liny REALLY isnt funny <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hehehhehehehe

ok ok ok I admit it... It was the ONLY time I had drunk during the whole trip and I was only a LITTLE BIT BUZZED I mean ..it didn't Look like a skylight it really didn't....

So fixing dink for Aussie Irish Whiskey on ice in beer glass ....his mess calls it a 'wifes leverage' dont get it, never have...what am I missing here guys??????
scratching head ...puzzled

I usually drink something called a Virgin Converter but its obviously worked as I 'm not allowd to drink much alcohol in my condition right now ..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

4 oz Irish Whiskey
2 oz Bailey's Irish Cream
dash Simple Syrup
4 oz Milk
4 dashes Angostura Bitters

Congrats Mayor now TAKE THE JOB! you need to stay close to your S and that is an order! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Congrats Mayor now TAKE THE JOB! you need to stay close to your S and that is an order! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I will accept the job...

But I'm still hoping for the other! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well Robby like we told ya before, you don't need that other job to be da man cuz you is anyway. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I know, I know...

But the AZ is a great career opportunity with a lot more k's in the paycheck.

It would be great for me and for providing for my S. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I bet everybody was ordering breast in the restaraunt that night!

Robby
Wise Aussie saying (half cut and mumbling)

Tird in hand is worth to it in rush????

I think he means bird in the hand is worth 2 in the bush .....

Take this JOB NOW.... You can always go for the second job anyway and take it if you get it!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I bet everybody was ordering breast in the restaraunt that night!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 I will accept the job...

But I'm still hoping for the other! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I will accept the job...

But I'm still hoping for the other! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I bet everybody was ordering breast in the restaraunt that night!

<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Ok, I am totally lost here. Did I miss something???

Yah, so it's a status job, but is status worth not being there with baby bear, not just providing for him?

I know of a dad that was gone a lot when his son was little...he was home on weekends, but gone during the week for job...now, son is almost teen years, and is a bit, well, not so manly. I know there are boys/guys/men out there that are not interested in being mechanically inclined, but this family is not that way - everybody is so redneck, it almost makes you want to toss 'em a beer and run - you know, more of "here's yer sign" than any one person should really have...anyway - Dad now feels like the boy spent too much time with his mom and sisters, and is actually mad at them for not teaching him more "manly" actions as a young child - well, DUH, part time parenting is just a difficult situation -

OK, off my soapbox now...
I really am happy for the opp you'll be accepting in the a.m., and praying for a good decision about the AZ thing! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

ooowwww YOU Liny stamping foot <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm gonna get Aussie for this <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
So fixing dink for Aussie Irish Whiskey on ice in beer glass ....his mess calls it a 'wifes leverage' dont get it, never have...what am I missing here guys??????
scratching head ...puzzled
<hr /></blockquote>It's called Wife's Leverage because it helps you get what you want easier. Get a man a good buzz before you ask him to take out the trash! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I bet everybody was ordering breast in the restaraunt that night!

<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Ok, I am totally lost here. Did I miss something??? <hr /></blockquote>Liny's latest attempt (twice) at being funny...

Don't think it worked either time! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Aussie REALLY embarrassed me FF <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

he told them about something I did a few years ago on holiday .....really gonna get him for that...nappy changes for the first 6 months <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 Yah, so it's a status job, but is status worth not being there with baby bear, not just providing for him?
<hr /></blockquote>I'm not interested in the job because of the status. It would be a springboard for me career-wise. And it's a difference of at least 150k in salary. Baby bear would travel alot and hopefully I could find something equivalent back here after 2 years or so.

It's not a perfect solution... there usually never is one. But I'd be faced with the same decision even if I wasn't heading towards D. If W & I had a perfectly happy M I don't think she'd be willing to move again.

It will be a tough decision but it's one I want the opportunity to make.

OK OK....I'll stop being a boob and won't mention it again...Anyway, who says I was referring to you AW? I mean, any woman could have been sunbathing nude on top of a skylight over looking a restarunt unbenounced to her! I mean, it could have been anyone! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

That guy is too ***** unreal! UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!!

[ January 03, 2005, 03:19 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

FF,

Boobs, er I mean AW went sunbathing on the roof of a restaurant. Topless. She rolled over to sun her back and didn't realize she was lying on a skylight.

The Matre'Di came up to the roof and asked her to move to a second skylight so the other half of the restaurant could enjoy the view! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LOL!!! (Really trying to hold it on, er in though!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 That guy is too ***** unreal! UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>Liny you've said AT LEAST twice that you were done wasting time with the troll. (I'm assuming that's who you're talking about.) Did you get confused about my NEVER argue with a fool quote?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ January 03, 2005, 03:22 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

OK OK....I'll stop being a boob and won't mention it again

OK, Ok, I am really slow but I got it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Poor AW! You guys are awful! AW, I think it calls for poopy diaper changes for a year at least! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I know...I didn't post...just read it though...just amazes me...there's a lot more important issues on MB than noticing how hot girls are at a tanning salon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

...Like...Idiotville! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Arrggggggggg I give up ....... go on get all the boob jokes over with.... I can stand it

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

but I'm never ever going back to that beach let alone the resort ever ever again <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Aussie start getting ready to wipe messy baby bottoms buster!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Did you read FH's response to him a couple days ago? That was the most well written response I have ever seen. But I can see that he came back for more and like some people we won't mention, FH bit again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Liny,

I think there are more than a couple of posters I would characterize as parasites on MB right now. They're getting exactly what they want... attention.

Robby volunteers first!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Did you read FH's response to him a couple days ago? That was the most well written response I have ever seen. But I can see that he came back for more and like some people we won't mention, FH bit again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Yeah, I did and agree. She even wrote again saying to respond to it, basically. And, of course, he hasn't. Robby pegged it--attention.

Server very slow today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />
Well, DD laying down--think I'll take a nap with her and have some heaven before I gotta go to hell! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (She was laughin hysterically in her sleep last night--cutest thing! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

RRRRRR...sh'es not wanting a nap--are those days over?!?!?!? well, gotta go do some stuff around here, then. Talk to ya all later!

It has just taken me 30 minutes to catch up on my Idiotville reading and I was only gone overnight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny, telling a joke twice doesn't make it funnier. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Sir Robby, we'll all pretend you didn't come on here last night in a slightly inebriated state. Great news about the job!!!!!!!!!!

Jelly, we missed you, we missed you, we missed you. I'll make it all about you any time you like. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I also noticed that the poster we like to talk about was lurking in I-ville last night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Last day of holidays today. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Jen

Just for you AW,

How do you make 5 pounds of fat look good?
Put a nipple on it.

Why do they call it the Wonder Bra?
When you take it off you wonder where the boobs went.

What are the small bumps around a woman's nipples for?
It's Braille for "lick here".

What is Pamela Anderson's biggest pet peeve?
Guys never notice her nice [censored].

Have you heard about the 'Sheepdog' bra?
It rounds them up and points them in the right direction.

Hey, don't yell at me... Liny said he was taking a nap!!

Found the restaurant were you went sunbathing...

Thanks to you this is their new signature dish !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 OT--FYI--thin mints are a ***** to clean up when there half-eaten and squished all over the place. <hr /></blockquote>Not if you have a dog. Wanna borrow one?

[ January 03, 2005, 03:14 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I can never understand why they would WANT to come to a site like this in the first place ....I mean if they are some sort of sicko drop over to the various OW sites and get all the nasty nitty gritty boasting details they can want.
Now those places are strange.

I guess I'm just naive and dont understand it. Dumb country girl. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

The Boob Job

There was a woman who was interested in getting a boob job, so she went to her doctor, Dr. Smith and questioned him about implants.
He explained that, before you do anything too serious, there is a method that has worked for a lot of my patients.
Every morning when you wake up rub your boobs and say ''Scoobie doobie doobie, give me bigger boobies.''
She did this faithfully for weeks and noticed one day that they actually were getting bigger, she was very impressed. One morning she woke up, late for work and very rushed. By the time she got on the bus she realized that she forgot to go through her routine.
So standing on the bus, while rubbing her boobs she says ''Scoobie doobie doobie, give me bigger boobies''.
The man standing next to her says, ''You go to Dr. Smith?''
''Yes,'' she said, ''how did you know?''
He replies ''Hickory dickory dock!'' <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LINY - We always told our boys they didn't have to go to sleep, but they had to stay in the bed. It always worked. They felt like they had won because they didn't have to go to sleep, but the minute they got still they fell asleep on their own. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> If they get out of the bed, of course, you have to follow through with punishment, but we only had to do it once with each kid. Naptime, bedtime, always worked.

Robby - amazing. Job offers just pour in to the deserving folks, don't they? Sometimes you have to wait a little, but it happens. Life is good.

Jelly - we've missed you. Seems like a long time....

Must try to work some today. Can't hang out in Idiotville permanently.

ROTFLMAO, Robby is funny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just a sideline - go to boortz.com and go to Neals Nuze - click on the "more" button and scroll down until you get to the picture. Check the guy in the t shirt. These are the people we are helping? Yes, I know, it's only one guy, but there are so many others....

Yeah, criticize America for not responding sooner. I feel great compassion for the hundreds and thousands who have suffered, but I still vividly remember 9/11.

(Starz steps down from soap box)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Robby - amazing. Job offers just pour in to the deserving folks, don't they? Sometimes you have to wait a little, but it happens. Life is good.
<hr /></blockquote>God is in play on this one. Seriously. Start date of job offered isn't until after AZ trip. Just got a call for another FL interview tomorrow. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Starz. Welcome back. A couple of posts back, y'all were talking about a certain poster. I hope it isn't me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Well, I don't think so. But, there area couple of posters lately who scare the bejesus out of me. Suppressed violence, a creepy crawly feeling comes over me. I avoid the threads. But, I had to look after I read the posts here. EEEWW, I want to call the cops. Or something.

I

Double post.

[ January 03, 2005, 01:42 PM: Message edited by: fightingalone-again ]

ARRRRR Robby !!

OMG I just about fell off the chair when that picture came up hehheheheh ..............lol

tender juicy breats indeed...lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Starz. Welcome back. A couple of posts back, y'all were talking about a certain poster. I hope it isn't me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Well, I don't think so. But, there area couple of posters lately who scare the bejesus out of me. Suppressed violence, a creepy crawly feeling comes over me. I avoid the threads. But, I had to look after I read the posts here. EEEWW, I want to call the cops. Or something.

I am a drama Queen from way back. But, Sheesh! I am here to learn and to survive this A.

Sorry, this is too serious for I'ville. I feel like staying right here and not venturing out again. Call me the new resident hermit of I'ville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hey FAA!!

Welcome Back!!

Hey FAA!!

Welcome Back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

HI Robby. THanks.

I don't know but that Welcome Back.... Did you sing that to Welcome Back Kotter theme? I swear I heard that all the way on the West COast of Canada. Whatever happy pills you have, share them, Okay? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey FAA!!

Welcome Back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby! Are you double posting or are you trying to confuse this blonde? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> It's working!

Since you have kids, have you read Jacob Two Two? Welcome Back Welcome Back

HI, HI. Thanks Thanks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey FAA & did Jen sneak in????

nice to 'see' you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I've just about got Aussie to bed but hes being a pain about it.

Made him take the anti inflammatories so far..just need the pain killers now so he doesn't keep me awake like he did all last night... ......oh sorry head nodding <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Somebody stop him <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Jelly usually asks him if he's been to his IC lately.

So Robby, have you been to your IC lately? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

No Happy Pills and no Jacob two two...

Just a new outlook. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Interested?

Sign up for The Mayor's New Year Outlook!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hmmmâ€¦.

robby13 â€˜cuz 13 is my favorite numberâ€¦

Add up the #â€™s in my member number = 13

Todayâ€™s date 1.3â€¦

Coincidence, you decide!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yes, Ohio did something to renew you, for sure. Can I go next time? I need a new outlook. (A Greek God body, blonde curly hair, six pack abs, yep, that'd be a new outlook!!) Actually, I don't care about his hair color. Would prefer that he have some, though. Two baldies just wouldn't work together.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ooh, I've just noticed that the Weight Loss Program has been removed from your sig line. No takers, huh?

AW, has A2 actually DONE anything about getting his leg fixed?

Hi, FAA and Starz. {waving}

Jen

[ January 03, 2005, 01:58 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

robbythirteen also has 13 letters in it.

robbythirteen also has 13 letters in it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> and Kennedy was assinated by two different shooters <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Come on Starz, don't encourage him.

Freaaaky. What can it mean??????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 So Robby, have you been to your IC lately? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>No, why?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> NEVER argue with a fool
<hr /></blockquote>Robby is always right!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, Robby, what is your W's love language???

Sorry, RH, I haven't checked my mail, since the last time I checked my mail. I will get right on it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Could he be related to a former Republican President that recently passed away.

Sorry, RH, I haven't checked my mail, since the last time I checked my mail <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hi, Kiwi. Waving Back at you. Hey everyone, is there a full moon out there today? It is a very strange day. I need a ghost graemlins or a scary one at least.

Woman - A Chemical Analysis

Element: Woman
Symbol: Wo
Discover: Adam
Atomic Mass: Accepted at 118lbs, but known to vary from 90-440lbs/
Occurrences: Copious quantities in all urban areas

Physical Properties:

Surface usually covered in painted film.
Boils at nothing; freezes without known reason.
Melts if given special treatment.
Bitter if incorrectly used.
Found in various states from virgin metal to common ore.
Yields if pressure applied in correct places.

Chemical Properties:

Has great affinity for gold, silver and a range of precious stones.
Absorbs great quantities of expensive substances.
May explode spontaneously without prior warning and for no known reason.
Insoluble in liquids, but activity increases greatly by saturation in alcohol.
Most powerful money reducing agent known to man.

Common Uses:

Highly ornamental, especially in sports cars.
Can be a great aid to relaxation.
Very effective cleaning agent.

Tests:

Pure specimen turns rosy pink when discovered in the natural state.
Turns green when placed beside a better specimen.

Hazards:

Highly dangerous except in experienced hands.
Illegal to possess more than one, although several can be maintained at different locations as long as specimens do not come into direct contact with each other.
Should you experience itching, burning or rash, discontinue use immediately and seek medical treatment.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Freaaaky. What can it mean??????
<hr /></blockquote>It means Robby is a Freak. However, he is my boss and issues all contracts. Locked and loaded, Robby.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Hey, Robby, what is your W's love language???<hr /></blockquote>Don't know...

Don't care....

Closed her Love Bank account. It's been overdrawn for too long!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

well Jen hes got in in a plastic mould support which he clamps on and off - supposed to leave on - uses crutches at least - and has pain killers and anti inflammatories from the doc which he sorta takes.

otherwise like last night he jumps around the bed all night in pain - kept me awake all night - or the cramps hit him and literally throw him off the bed ....so taker is takin' over and he takes the &^%$%& pain killers or I shove then down his .^&%$%^&& ......... now I feel better <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

but hes taking them one way or the other within 10 mins <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Hey, Look! I learned how to do the quote thing!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Well, Idiots I've got to go.

I've been cleaning following the Fly Lady website. If you can get past the hokey, homespun humour it's actually fun to follow.

FF, you were talking about getting your house in order. You should check it out.

Starz, you're downright SCAREY. I forgot Robby has you in his pocket (along with Tigger). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, LMAO at the woman thing - I think. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

AW, I'd take them if you were after me. LOL

Jen

Way to go starz!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

AW,

Tell A2 to take his medicine or you'll get the next refill in suppositories!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Tell A2 to take his medicine or you'll get the next refill in suppositories!! <hr /></blockquote>And Robby will be there to give them to him. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Add up the numbers in my posts = 13 !!

Freaky indeed!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Closed her Love Bank account. It's been overdrawn for too long!! <hr /></blockquote>Then I really hope you get the job in AZ. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ladies - could 13 be ******??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

[ January 03, 2005, 05:12 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hes worse than a 10 yr old I swear!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

well hes taken them so we can go to bed at last... nighty night all have a good day.... see ya tonight, tomorrow ???

oh well you know what I mean.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

gotta run, but I'll check in later tonight. Gee I'm already a page behind (yes, Jelly that *** for you)

[ January 03, 2005, 05:12 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

OMG, Jelly - does that mean ROBBY is the Greek god with sixpack abs and a *********....\

OMG OMG OMG

[ January 03, 2005, 05:13 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

ok, we are gettin way to far down the page. sooo...

A man goes to a restaurant, orders some takeout, and sits down to wait for his food. While he waits, he grabs a handful of peanuts from the bowl on the counter, and as he starts to chew, he hears a voice say, "That's a beautiful tie, is that silk? Very NICE choice!"
Wondering who made the comment, he looks around and doesn't see anyone nearby who could be speaking to him. With a shrug, he pops a few more peanuts into his mouth.

Next he hears the voice say, "Those shoes are stylin', my man. Are they Italian leather? They look GRRREAT!"

He whirls around to again but sees no one near him. He glances nervously around and then at his shoes, which he tucks self-consciously under the stool.

A little freaked out, he grabs another handful of peanuts. This time the voice continues with, "That suit looks FANTASTIC! Is it an Armani? Very nice!"

He immediately calls the waiter over and says, "Look. I keep hearing these voices telling me how great my tie, my shoes, and my suit look - what's up with that? Am I GOING CRAZY??"

"Oh," the waiter nonchalantly replies. "It's just the peanuts."

"The PEANUTS?!?" the astonished man asks, staring at the bowl beside him.

"Yes," replies the waiter, "â€¦they're complimentary."

Some Supermodel Insight

"Sometimes I get lonely, but it's nice to be alone." -Tatjana Patitz
"I can do anything you want me to do so long as I don't have to speak." -Linda Evangelista

"It was kind of boring for me to have to eat. I would know that I had to, and I would." -Kate Moss

"When I model I pretty much go blank. You can't think too much or it doesn't work." -Paulina Porizkova

"I don't even wake up for less than $10,000 a day." -Linda Evangelista

"If I'm making a movie and get hungry, I call time-out and eat some crackers." -Carol Alt

"My husband was just OK looking. I was in labor and I said to him, What if she's ugly? You're ugly.'" -Beverly Johnson

"I love the confidence that makeup gives me." -Tyra Banks

"I would rather exercise than read a newspaper." -Kim Alexis

FF: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Sorry, RH, I haven't checked my mail, since the last time I checked my mail <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>That's just Jelly being an idiot. She doesn't do that much around here so we have to call her on it. She has a tongue that is sharp as a tack (poor ST, bet he has to be careful...for other reasons than listening to her). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> That's just Jelly being an idiot. She doesn't do that much around here so we have to call her on it. She has a tongue that is sharp as a tack (poor ST, bet he has to be careful...for other reasons than listening to her). <hr /></blockquote>LOL, RH <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Remember, it's all about Jelly, except when it's not.

Good evening everyone!

Looks like we've been busy today... including Justuss! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey, I got edited! Sorry, Justuss. I am usually the good one here. Got carried away, I guess.

My very first edit. Wow.

Yeah starz, you got edited for dots... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

13 inch dots!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dots...dots...dots... what's the big deal with the dots? I guess I didn't see the original posts before they were edited...

G'day I'ville !

Its a better day today.

We took teh kids bowling lats night with our best friends and their kids. Squid was in jeans and a sweatshirt. She 'bumped' into me at the bar and showed me a tiny part of her lacy vest and panties. VERY VERY sexy !. She quietly flirted with me all evening then, the minx !
when we got home she was still playing it cool, a teasing me with just flashes on pink lace !

Then later in bed she seduced me like mata hari !

And told me some very very nice things....about thanks and love and trust and blessings and other stuff.
Wow. THATS the way to make a boy feel better !

I am a king today ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Can't get her out of my mind, like when we were kids ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Maybe we will make it after all.....

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Maybe we will make it after all..... <hr /></blockquote>Come on now Bob... I know that you and Squiddy will make it! Glad you had a great time with your family!

RIF, if theres any 'silver lining' to this brown cloud its been our family'ness'. We have never connected as parents and kids quite like we do now. We do LOADS of stuff together with an easy love: an easy coping. Like yesterday, it wasn't a big 'lets do a family duty thing', it was Squid saying " why don;t we take the kids bowling and have a laugh ? Mebbe Andy's kids would want to come too ?". Had a huge laugh together with friends and kids, then piled round nandos for chicken and salad together afterwards. Great !

Its brilliant. I am a better Dad to my kids now that I ever dreamed, and SO BLESSED that I have time to be with them more often now.

Family stuff on holiday was great, and coming back too. And Squid and I are a great parenting team again.

Good stuff, huh ?

Hey Bob - It's GREAT stuff whenever you're able to do fun things as a family!

4 more months... 4 more months... 4 more months...

RIF I thought of you as I posted....I dunno how you uniforms do it I really don't.

Theres more to heroism than risking bullets...

Your family miss you every day I'm sure. And You'll be home in springtime ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Rise & Shine!!

Coffee is ready!!

Extra special decaf with sugar free chocolate cream just for AW... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Mr. Mayor!

Morning Robby .......
decaf is " sigh " ...fine .. I suppose <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
make it a mug

Oh and of course to RIF & Bob and anyone else up or dozong this time...lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning, Robby, RIF, Bob and AW.

AW how did you sleep? When I was pregos with DD, I had the most vivid nightmares and dreams. I usualy woke up more tired than when I went to bed. PLUS I had 9 months of morning sickness. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> THe last time was while I was in labour! I was able to clear a house faster than a fire alarm. I am not a quiet, how should I say this, uhhh "hurler" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> EEEWWWW!!

Robby, I'll have a double strength cappucinno with non fat milk, please. And a cheese bagel with cream cheese if there is one around (not too old).

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Remember, it's all about Jelly, except when it's not. <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
WHEN ISN'T IT??????

WTH, I got edited. If I had said feet, would that have been better???? OUCH!

I see you all took my lead, instead of trying to clean it up, CONFORMIST!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, tongue sharp as a tack? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Speaking of, let's talk MB principles for the on lookers who are skeptics of this thread.

ST's love language is Physical Touch, so last night I touched him in a way you can only pay for with a credit card, because no man has that kind of cash on hand!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey, that is SF, therefore, MB. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How is everybody this morning????

Bob, family time is the best, isn't?

[ January 04, 2005, 07:39 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Morning Jelly. HOw was the holday Season? Well, you don't have to answer that. I can "see" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Double capp non fat coming right up!!

Amd the bagels are always fresh!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Toasted?

Ah, Yes, Robby. Toasted, please. Have you heard from AZ? Can you call them? My prayers include you today.

Has anyone here ever taken tae kwon do or other self-defense courses. How rigorous are they? My NY goal is to do more active things. I am chained to my pc both at work and at home. By choice, of course. So, between the Dragon Boating <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> and the current gym stuff, I need something to round out the activities. Well, maybe Yoga for calmness would be better. BUt, I need to release that anger. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Any suggestions?

F-again, our holidays, very nice, thank you.

Some snags, but nice for the most part. We are making it!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> BUt, I need to release that anger.

Any suggestions?
<hr /></blockquote>Eat chocolate, it will dull the pain. Trust me.

Okay, now this is freaky. I signed up for the free tarot reading and now get my daily horrorscope sent to my email. THis is what I got this morning:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />VIRGO: You have something going on that isn't easy to share with others -- and you might choose to just keep it entirely to yourself. Even if you don't reveal the nature of your deep thoughts now, give yourself permission to explore them. Muster up the courage to go wherever they take you, for there are surprises in the darkness that can lead you back into the light. <hr /></blockquote>And, my previous post was in line with my "deep" thoughts. Sheesh!

I can't believe it said nothing, about eating chocolate to dull the pain. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Morning all, no coffee for me. I enjoy the smell but not the taste. Never learned to like it.

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH, tongue sharp as a tack? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Yes, meaning your have a cutting wit that you apply with your words, the double entendre of ....blah, blah, blah....

Evening AW, BP, RIF.

Morning Mayor, Jelly, FAA, etc.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> (RH's attempt at a yawn, but not red faced or embarrassed)

RH, I don't like coffee either, but I think it smells yummy.

Blah, blah, blah!!!

Why so tired, ST keeping you up too? He has had pneumonia, he coughs, he wheezes, he gets up. I'm exhausted. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I ate a whole box of chocolates since CHristmas. (gift from SS) I might never look at it again. HA! WHo am I kidding?

I have chocolate in my coffee, I have chocolate in my milk and I even eat Nutella, a hazelnut and CHOCOLATE spread on my toast. I make the most awesome Belgian Chocolate Pecan Crust dessert, and my brownies are to die for. I have no room for any more. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BUt, give me some Dutch licorice and I will go nuts. THat is my other weakness. Well one of many. Dutch licorice is salted and very strong. Yum. Definitely an acquired taste.

Happy New Year Idiotians.

Miss me?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> yummy <hr /></blockquote>I used that word like three times yesterday. NOW made me a pecan pie (since she was all that pleased with the chocolate pecan pie she made for Christmas. I liked them both, but the regular pecan pie was/is better. I'm sure it will be gone by today.

Yes.

Kimmy, I was just thinking about you and wondering where you were. Glad to see you.

f-again, I LOVE YOU!!!!!

Hi, Kimmy, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I have been missing you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

RH, you have mail to answer, HELLO, SLACKER!!!

I got your card RH and NOW - it was beautimus!

The day we got your card, it snowed!!!!!!! The last they had snowfall like that here was in the 1800's.

Pecan pie is my absolute fave. I could eat it till my teeth feel hairy!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 I have chocolate in my coffee, I have chocolate in my milk and I even eat Nutella, a hazelnut and CHOCOLATE spread on my toast. <hr /></blockquote>Nutella is incredible! We make fluffernutters with it. It'll put you right into a diabetic coma.

Dobie

KY: I saw that email, but the one from the W takes priority first...sorry.

{{{Jelly}}}, Ditto:
From me to all of you:

Ganache Tart with Pecan Crust & Caramel Sauce

Caramel Sauce:
1/2 c unsalted butter
1 c sugar
1 c whip cream

Melt butter in heavy saucepan over med-low heat. Stir in sugar. Cook until spotted brown on surface and golden brown on bottom,swirling pan occasionally, 15-18 min, do not stir. Meanwhile, bring cream to simmer in saucepan. Remove caramel mixture from heat and gradually whisk in hot cream. Mixture will bubble vigorously. Return
caramel to heat and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Transfer to a bowl and Cool.

Crust:
7 oz. pecans, finely chopped
1/2 c + 2 T sugar
3 1/2 T butter, melted

Combine pecans and sugar in medium bowl. Drizzle butter over and stir to blend. Firmly press into bottom and up the sides of 10 inch tart pan. Place on sheet and bake in 325 degree oven until light brown, about 20 min.

Ganache:
1 lb bittersweet chocolate or semisweet, chopped
2 c whip cream
1 egg yolk
12 whole pecans

Melt chocolate. Stir until smooth. Bring cream to a simmer in heavy saucepan over med heat.
Whisk yolk into warm chocolate. Gradually whisk in cream just until smooth. Strain into pecan crust. Refrigerate until set, about 4 hr.
Re-warm sauce if desired. Remove sides and arrange pecan halves around the edge of tart.

It is VERY rich. So, after I make it, I slice very thin wedges and freeze them individually and take them out when I have a craving. THe caramel sauce is a MUST. So I freeze the sauce in ice cube trays to put out 1 or 1 to heat and drizzle.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The day we got your card, it snowed!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>Glad we could be of service to you.

The weatherman is calling for our first snow tomorrow or Thursday. Yuck. Luckily it's only for an inch but it could be ice too, which is worse.

Hi Kimmy,

i have missed "seeing" you around, Happy New Year!! (i have a hard time keeping up in here, i don't think i am a true blue citizen because of that, well either that or because i am too DEPRESSING for this place!!!)

anyway... HI

FAA: That sounds yummy.

Mornin Y'all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

All this talk of SF and Chocolate and other foods - sheesh!!! How could anybody keep up??

R - I got the idea - sorry you thought I was pressing - Hope it works out for you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Kimmy - of course you were missed - the more the merrier, and the more pages to catch up on later, I say!

KY, et al - I had the most delicious day on Sat (NY) made BBQ ribs, corn on cob, mac-n-cheese, and black-eye peas - followed by banana pudding and the most yummiest chocolate pie I've ever made - was to die for!!! H even liked it, and if it's not a kit-kat or a whatchamacallit, he doesn't like it!!

OK, well, I'll be off - lots of triggers this weekend, and well, it all sortof sucks right now - BUT, we'll get through it - we always do! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Oh, one more thing - just curious about opinions -

For those of you whose S's had Finances/Security as a top EN - do you feel that put extra pressure on you to "perform" - i.e. did you feel that you were now expected to kill yourself in a job only to have to come home and jump hoops to keep up with the M too?

OK, just curious - maybe I explained it ok??

Morning RH and YL. It is Chocolate nirvana.
I have been asked to sell the tarts/pie to friends and to a restaurant for special occasions. Too much work though to do 10 at a time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I only make it a couple of times a year. Christmas and special requests.

{{{FL}}}}

YL, dinner sounded wonderful. Love Ribs, and of course chocolate pie. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok Liny, you have been replaced.... <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Starz, you're downright SCAREY. I forgot Robby has you in his pocket (along with Tigger).

Robby, LMAO at the woman thing - I think.<hr /></blockquote>Jen is FUNNY! You are on a roll! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> am a king today !

Can't get her out of my mind, like when we were kids !

Maybe we will make it after all..... <hr /></blockquote>Woohoo!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You ARE going to make it Bob.

YL, wh has financial support as his #1 EN. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> THat is a real trigger for me. It feels as if working part-time and taking care of house, bills, DD is not enough. AND it makes him sound like he is trying to pimp me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

We have gone through VERY bad times, financially and lost a house. SO, I can see, sort of what he is getting at. BUt cripes, it takes 2 to tango. And finances do not magically get better without work. Okay, enough venting.

Hi FL! Hope you're doing better today. What we're all going through is so hard. If we had half a clue when it was happening, most likely most of us would never have done what we did. Or we would have done things differently so that we wouldn't have to go through this.

And don't worry about keeping up with Idiotville. It's not that important. What is important is that you/we/all get the support we need and we're here for you when needed.

Hugs to you {{{{{FL}}}}}

morning Iville,

boy the NS is hard to keep up with!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Belgian Chocolate Pecan Crust dessert, and my brownies are to die for. <hr /></blockquote>Can you send some my way? I really need some comfort food this morning.

Hey Kimmy, YL, FL, Jelly, RIF, AW, FA-A, RH (hugs to NOW), Bob and where is Liny? Hello out there Brown!

Hope I covered everyone. Bad night last night.

Who got edited for what? Where? How come I miss all the good stuff? Jelly you getting edited is like Nikko getting edited, sheesh!

Ok, REALLY rough night after MC last night. Thinking of starting a thread for myself. Not sure if I want to open myself up for attack though. What are the waters like these days for the WS's?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
R - I got the idea - <hr /></blockquote>R?

R??

I'm reduced to one letter now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I had a title that was a half mile long yesterday and now it's just R??

Sheesh!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, you are such a sweetie.

Faith, why the bad night? {{Faith}}

Hello dayshift !

Just had an end of year work review. Looks like I can build myself a new more family friendly job for 2005 without losing too much cash.

Good news !

Good for you Bob, and they lived happily ever after.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 What are the waters like these days for the WS's? <hr /></blockquote>Full of peril!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Sharks, pirhana, undertow, leopards, evil trolls and rabid elephants!!.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{ff}}}}}

We're all here for you!!

thanks all for the HIs and hugs. i am actually feeling better today. today i just feel like an idiot for being in a bad place the last few days. which is normally how it goes for me. i feel so embarrashed letting depression get to me.

anyway... guess that means it is a good day to post in idiotville. but i promise, NOTHING depressing. i think i still owe you guys another idiot thing that i have done. i'll have to come up with a good one. it always helps to laugh at oneself. although i have to go to this boring mtg first.

FF, i know it is hard sometimes but if you post i will read it and you know you will not get a harsh 2x4 from me. i'll give you a padded one if i think you really need one, but only in a constructive way. remember, you can always choose to filter out any post that will not help you towards your personal goal, but by posting you give yourself the opportunity to recieve help and support. hugs to you.

We had a conversation after MC that led him to tell me once again that he came back for the kids. I thought when he said that before it was fog talk as he was still with XOW at the time. Partly due to my pms I broke down and cried. That got him angry because he said this is not new information, you KNEW that already. I told him it hurts just the same. Anyway that led into me falling asleep watching TV and him getting angry and then a angry convo in bed that led to LB's on both sides. Lots of hurt feelings. But the kicker is he told me he has not decided yet if he is going to stay with me. I KNOW it has only been about 8 weeks since my dday, but I thought we were committed. He told me that before last night that he was. Do you think this was just anger talking?

FF, BS emotions vascillate wildly and we can't control hem at their apexes. With time they swing further but less fast.

It sthe hurt talking. Love him and be patient is my advice. Thats what I'd want to happen.

{{{{FF}}}}

double post sorry

[ January 04, 2005, 09:17 AM: Message edited by: faithful follower ]

Oh, Faith, what a lousy night. LB is no fun, to give or to receive. Did you anything get resovled?

how was the MC session itself? tough??

i would think it was just the stress of all this stuff talking. have you guys had a chance to say hi to each other this morning yet? is there some gesture you can make to let him know you are ok and strong enough to see his emotions and still hold on to hope, faith and love?

FAA - it's not that Finances are the #1 EN for either of us, just that some kind of financial breathing room would be nice - Honestly, I can't get H to take the EN Questionnaire...and I (shamedly) admit I've not read HNHN, but I want to, and have that on my list of things to do soon!

Here's the thing - we have a family picture that has hung on our wall since 12-01...5-02 was first D-day. The pic has been there all this time, and I've dusted it, and admired it, and thought "Wow! we looked so happy there" Well, when I decorated for Christmas, I put the tree in a new place, and (because it's one of those big pics and the tree partially covered the pic, I took it down) I hung our stockings in the place where the pic had been. This past weekend, I was in the office, and something in the pic caught my eye - actually, it was something that wasn't there - my H was not wearing his wedding band...so I looked, REALLY LOOKED at the pic, and NOBODY in the pic really seemed to be happy - H had such a distant look in his eyes, and I just keep thinking - how could I have missed that for all this time? He swears he wasn't entertaining any thoughts of OW at time, and says she hadn't even been in the workplace yet. But, he seems so blank (? not sure if that's the right word or not).

It was during the time that the pic was taken that I was out on maternity leave, and we were seriously entertaining the idea of becoming a one-income family, and could we make it. I wonder if it was too much pressure on him, but he didn't have the brass to tell me. Anyway, his EA was after I quit work (Mar-02) - You see, we've had our fair share of financial struggles - just about the time it looks like were gonna just get ahead, the wind gets knocked out of our sails...I mean, here I was wrapped up in the loss of my dad, a brand new baby, and I was wanting to leave a $55K/yr job ( I don't have any college ed behind my name - where else was I gonna make that kind of $$)...H made a little less than me, but on paper it worked, so I left my job. This weekend, even before I saw the pic, too many things just seemed to be a repeat to the start of 2002 - I'm just going crazy I guess, reading too much into too many things...

I was really just wondering if it made anybody feel like it wasn't worth the fight to make the $$ and save the M, seemingly by theirself? (H has said many times that I was emotionally unavailable when he had the EA - funny thing was, I felt like I was finally awake from the unavailability - I was making it a point to be at home during the day, instead of the 2hr drive to the office, just so we could "rendevous" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> anytime he wanted - SF was becoming a daily, and then some, thing for us...then just when I thought "OK, whew!! I've dodged the bullet - he could have cheated before, and I wouldn't have been able to blame him, but now, there's no reason to." So, here I was feeling safe, and BAM!!! Right between the eyes.

OK, now I'm rambling, and this is way too serious for I'ville, 'specially this early in the a.m.!

Sorry guys! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thanks Bob, that is what I am trying to do but my emotions got away with me. Unfortunately anger flew in both directions because of his A's too. I have been doing so well too.

FL, yes MC was tough cuz he doesn't want to go anymore. Our MC basically told him that because of his issues with being distant and disconnected that either he would need years of IC or we would need years of MC to have a satisfying life. He did not want to hear that!

Did we resolve anything? Only me apologizing and we did kiss/hug before he left this morning. I did learn something from you FL. I asked him last night if everything I have contributed to this M and our children have been erased because of my A and my deception. He said no.

Thanks everyone, I really need the hugs today. Feeling pretty shaky emotionally.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I was really just wondering if it made anybody feel like it wasn't worth the fight to make the $$ and save the M, seemingly by theirself? <hr /></blockquote>YL, we have similar issues. I have little college background but a great job. I am the main breadwinner and my job has the benefits. I want to quit and be home with my disabled DS and spend time with DD before she is grown and gone. DS trust fund would pay me to care for him but it would be a HUGE loss of pay and no insurance. Scares my H and so we are still fighting the losing battle of me being overhwhelmed all the time. {{YL}}

Faith, ST and I have learned, that he needs to be honest with me about his triggers or thoughts, when he comes right out and says what he is feeling or thinking, I can be understanding, if he doesn't, than I'm always on the defensive.

I now, try and hug him, and reassure him I am sorry I have hurt him, and I will never allow something like this to enter our M again.

This always works, we both feel better.

YL, sorry for your triggers. It is so hard to put a finger on exactly what drives a person to cheat. I know that the BS needs answers, but there is so many factors that play apart in it.

Financial stress, unmet needs, character flaws, and the list goes on.

DWH has decided no more contact with the STOW and the children. I'm totally conflicted in how I feel about this. I love those babies, but STOW is a nutcase and she gives me the uber willies. I KNOW we're the only true stability in the children's lives...heck, these past two weeks they were with us was probably the first time mija has been totally lice free since she was a baby (we had two comb out screaming sessions while she was here and I got them all gone!).

But he thinks that it would be better for everyone if NC is established. We'll see.

I could cry, but I'm also relieved.

- Kimmy

FF,

I'm going to translate this for you as I see it. But you've seen all of the names I've been called here...freak, etc, so take it with a grain of salt. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We had a conversation after MC that led him to tell me once again that he came back for the kids.

This sounds to me like a typical man/woman communication breakdown. What was he saying? It's important for you to know that he came back for the kids. They are why he is starting this recovery process. What he didn't say (unless you left it out) was if/when his reason for staying is you. Two totally different things here. I think you wanted to hear something that he may not be ready for yet.

Partly due to my pms I broke down and cried.

Don't use this as an excuse with him going forward. Men don't get to use it, we respect you and naturally give a bit more latitude, when we know.

That got him angry because he said this is not new information, you KNEW that already.

You did know it didn't you? He said he came back for the kids. That may sting a bit, but he's back. Count your blessings.

But the kicker is he told me he has not decided yet if he is going to stay with me. He told me that before last night that he was.

He's got a rationalization for trying in his head. Don't try to change that. He's willing to try for the kids. Eventually that will change. Slowly. He'll stay for you.

Do you think this was just anger talking?

Maybe, and maybe a bit of fear too. If you try to change his rationalizations what is he left with?

Chin up. Listen to the smart people about what to do next. But, IMHO it's not that bad and you can fix it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />
R?

R??

I'm reduced to one letter now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I had a title that was a half mile long yesterday and now it's just R??

Sheesh!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Dear Mr. Robby13, Robbythirteen, Mayor of Idiotville, Sir:

Please accept my sincere apologies for the casual way I addressed you in an earlier post. I'm sure you would see, if the Jelly! thread were still available, that I have/had always addressed you as simply "R" being that I was one of the original Jelly! "residents", and you were the only "R" named character there. Again, please accept my request for forgiveness. In the future, I will be sure to refrain from any sort of relaxed salutation, and will only greet you as stated above, Mr. Robby13, Robbythirteen, Mayor of Idiotville, Sir.

Respectfully,
Yellowline, aka YL aka LemonDash

NOT!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Get over it, dear sir!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> "R" you have been, "R" you will continue to be!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{Kimmy}} What a difficult sitch you have. I know you love those babies. Maybe just you and your DWH backing away for a time can give you some peace and time for true healing in your M?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:

OK, now I'm rambling, and this is way too serious for I'ville, 'specially this early in the a.m.!

Sorry guys! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I'ville? WTF?

j/k!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Don't apologize though. Nothing is ever to serious for Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I have an opinion but feel woozey after my reply to ff. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Let me know if you want to hear it.

And FL is back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

YL, your funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy, bitter sweet. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Faith (Thanks KY, I like that better than FF): NOW told me something shortly after dday. "I'm still here aren't I." At the time, I had trouble with it. I came on MB whining about it, trying to figure it out. Now your H hasn't told you that, but what are his actions. He's still there. So that is half the battle. As long as he's there you have a chance. Use it wisely, as best you can and are able.

{{{{{Faith}}}}}

{{FF}} - sounds like you're in the same boat I am...doesn't make it better or easier, but sometimes makes it more tolerable to know you're not alone, thanks!...as for the MC and last night - I don't usually see a lot of advice from Robby13, but looks like he's pegged this one quite well...listen to him, I think he's onto something there! {{FF}} we're here to listen anytime you need to vent!

FL - ditto for you - vent anytime, It's pretty safe here, and we all do it from time to time! {{FL}}

KY - thanks! I know the triggers are there, and they don't stop...sheesh, I was telling you the same thing just a few weeks ago...guess it's easier to talk it than live it, huh?! Love to you and ST {{KYST}}

Robby - good advice to FF, incase you didn't read my lines to her! {{R}} (didn't want you to feel left out <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Kimmy - I understand your love for those babies...I've been in a similar sitch with my SIL and her kids...I know they'd be better off with me than with their mom and her cheating and the wicked attitudes that go on in their home, but NC ended up being a blessing in disguise - eventually, we got to see them again, and now they come around, just in much smaller doses than before, and I no longer feel responsible - I've done everything I can to try and get them, and I've been sabotaged at everyturn by M/FIL...So, not wanting to, but I've had to turn my back (NC) and said I've done all I can - if they get hurt it's on your hands now. Will pray for you! {{K}}

And, to the rest of Idiotville...just feelin the love today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> {{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

Yes, Robby13 - I do value your opinion...being of the male species, and about the same age, et al, I think you've had a rather odd sense of a lot of the things my H tends to think...and, I can use all of that "male insight" I can get! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> fire away sir, I've got the bullet proof vest on today, I CAN TAKE IT!!!

Robby13 said:
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

GREAT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> now it looks like I'm sucking up - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> Oh, and Don't go there people!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning YL. Being you're an original Jelly, and I don't know how old Robby is, how old is your H?

RH, do you mean how old does Robby look, or how old is he actually? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

YL, oh yeah, you are sooooo sucking up

Good Morning, RH!

? Aren't we all about "that" old?

I'm 29, of course! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Yes, I know you asked about my H, but I'm older than H, so my age is all you get! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh KY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Whatever are you talking about??!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

YL: I was really asking in a roundabout way, how old the Mayor is.

Jelly: I could really care less what he looks like. I'm just being a snoop. And yes, YL is sucking up. I could hear the suction all the way up here.

( Snoop dog signing out for lunch (fried chicken and pecan pie). )

Well, not really (signing out), but I'll be around. I'm just being an idiot NOW.

I know, RH - just pullin yer chain!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Have a bite of fried chicken for me, will ya - I miss the fried foods the most!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm about mid-30's-ish... though I've been told by too many people that I have a "very old soul" WT?? Thanks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Anyway, just remembering back to his original sigline, and I'm thinking mid-30's cover's it for Mr. Mayor - maybe he will tell you...guys aren't as insecure about that as us girls, are they?

SO, how old are you???!!!

YL,

I doubt I can give good advice twice in a row but I'll try... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 Here's the thing - we have a family picture that has hung on our wall since 12-01...5-02 was first D-day. The pic has been there all this time, and I've dusted it, and admired it, and thought "Wow! we looked so happy there"

This past weekend, I was in the office, and something in the pic caught my eye - actually, it was something that wasn't there - my H was not wearing his wedding band...so I looked, REALLY LOOKED at the pic, and NOBODY in the pic really seemed to be happy -

This weekend, even before I saw the pic, too many things just seemed to be a repeat to the start of 2002 - I'm just going crazy I guess, reading too much into too many things...

So, here I was feeling safe, and BAM!!! Right between the eyes.
<hr /></blockquote>Reading too much into things, maybe!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> But why? Lots of triggers... and a brand new one too! One you hadn't discovered before. Things have been going well for you in recovery so what's this?

Doubt. Things are going well and doubt raises it's ugly head. Doubt that makes you second-guess everything around you. Doubt that makes you oompare now to another time you thought things were good.

"If it could happen then...."

Doubt.

From what you've said your H is a new man. Not proud of his past actions. This picture (along with other "little things") has raised the hair on the back of your neck just a bit.

Is it right? Well, it's understandable.

Is it fair?

Let's take your H at his word... that he wasn't thinking about OW. He probably wasn't... in fact I'd dare say he definitely wasn't!! Men aren't as complex as women. We have much more simple minds. The blank look? Not photogenic, thinking about Nascar race/football game/baseball game/ basketball game/ hockey/ pro wrestling that was coming on tv later and trying to figure out if he would make it in time.

Really not more complex than that.

So what do you do now? Well the old picture was pre dday, time to get a new one. A recovery one. But try to let it be his idea... he's a man. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Guess it doesn't really matter how old the mayor is. I figured he'd be smacking me with a 2x4 before now. Oh well.

Guess you're as old as you feel. Lately, I feel old, though I'm only in my early 40's. Age didn't used to mean much to me, but now going through this, with my creaking knees I guess it gets to me a little more. (But, I'll live.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hi Kimmy (waving), and Happy New Year! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 YL: I was really asking in a roundabout way, how old the Mayor is.

Jelly: I could really care less what he looks like but I hope he's cute! <hr /></blockquote>How old am I??

17!!

If I count years the same way Jelly does!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I heard she was 231 years old (in dog years), but I'm in no way calling her a dog. But I remember that it is all about her. So I could be wrong on the age, it might 229. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

J/K

Oh, I wouldn't do 17 again if you paid me!

27, heck ya! 17 with the hornymones and the gawkiness, no way!

DOH!!!! I just realized that's your sigline...NNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! Say it isn't so!!!

Mrs. Robby13 is a very lucky woman, her H is handsome, witty, and can get the senior discount way before his time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH - MAN!!! That's a deep hole you're diggin there man!! Good thing you're the Road Commissioner - you're gonna hafta fix it, ya know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kimmy - NOPE!!! I wouldn't take back 17 or 27 (unless I could take this body with me...I look better today, than I did at either one of those ages) (Oh, and EXPERIENCE - I'd have to be able to take this experience, then, I'd go back to 15, and start over with my old soul!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

KY - I don't think you look a day over 24, sweetie, I don't care what RH says!!

MAN!!! I am the suck-up QUEEN today!! (settle down ST! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

ST and I have been watching our littly one, and we would love to be 3 again, just for a day.

No worries, just fun, security, and lots of love in his little world.

RH - <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Robby is waaaaaaaaaaay older than me, kind of like you, but I think you even have him beat, Grandpa.

YL, (I think)

To answer your Q about AZ.

I fly out there Sunday night and come back Wednesday. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Of course I'm still on the "Do Not Fly" list so I may be late!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Wait a minute, your going to AZ, where is this posted. I really need to read up.

24 <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> It would have been nicer had you said, 18. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Kimmy sounds 10 and looks 24. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Robby is waaaaaaaaaaay older than me, kind of like you, but I think you even have him beat, Grandpa. <hr /></blockquote>So I guess "Truth in Labeling" wasn't one of your New Years resolutions!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What is not true about that????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

so I go out for a few hours & you lot start talking about ages.......I mean whats that????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

P.S. MC was ok if you consider A2 lying back in the couch watching the planes come in as his contribution..no not fair, he grunted a few times, smiled & thought the Police helo was busy..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Closed her Love Bank account. It's been overdrawn for too long!! <hr /></blockquote>Then I really hope you get the job in AZ. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Read up?

You wrote it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Wait a minute, your going to AZ, where is this posted. I really need to read up.
<hr /></blockquote>I thought you said I could stay at your family's house!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW: Talking ages are just an easy way to get Jelly all fired up. Just good natured ribbing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

R- I mean that with the utmost of disrespect, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

What I didn't know is that you are flying there, is this a second interview?

Forget it, you Schmuck!

ok, here is my attempt to catch up since my mtg...

wow, robby, you said some good stuff there... nicely done.

i'm 41 but i'm always told i don't look that old. it's just the long hair, it is almost down to my waist, i'm told old people aren't supposed to have long hair like mine. tough, i'm too busy to get it cut on a regular basis so i just never go <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

i thought robby was in his 20's

Robby - Yah, you hit it again, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> (did I REALLY say that out-loud!!??) There is lots of doubt...not so much with how he's acting, but whether or not I'm doing enough...as I said before - I had recognized what I wasn't doing for our relationship, and was working hard to change it, when, thanks to him NOT being as complex, he was already gone, so seemingly, he didn't even know I was changing for him. Now, I have these days (like the last few) when I feel like what's the point - if I do, he could still leave, and if I don't, I'll drive him away for sure. Nobody is safe, and that just stinks!!

As for the look - you're right, it probably was a football game he was missing and not "her"... it just speaks volumes about what was going on at the time.

As for a new pic - YES! we do need a new one, and we've talked about it off and on for a couple of months now, just haven't put shoes on the words yet. Guess we need to bite the bullet and gitterdone! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

As it is, I'm putting off taking down all the Christmas decorations (they're usually down by sundown on Jan 1), because I don't want to put that pic back up, and I don't know how to tell him. I don't want to hurt him by telling him it reminds me of "those" days - it's a big slap in the face for him, and I don't want to do that.

We both have changed so much - some for the better, some not...ugh! Guess it just goes to show that it's always about the rebuilding - you never really get to a point where your done...you just keep on trying to improve.

OK, I'm a big girl...I can do this...I know!!! I'll break the frame and scratch up the picture...then he'll have to get the idea, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (where's that devil grin when you need it?)

RH didn't take it seriously, anyway below 40 so I'm ok hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

though it would be fun to be 25 with all I know now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, sick and wrong how much you enjoy getting me fired up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> That is not a lick of love! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> neither is that one.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> i thought robby was in his 20's
<hr /></blockquote>BAAAAAAAAAAAAAHAaaa

BAAAAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHHAH

ROTFLMTAO!!!!!!!!!!!

Whew, that was funny.

Robby - No, wasn't me that asked, but thanks for the info...btw, How exactly do you end up on a "do not fly" list?? Man, you must have one POPULAR name...should we start addressing you as Mr. Smith?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh, and Ms. KY - I thought 24 was good - it's responsible, but still young enough to be fun...besides, tell people you have two kids and you're only 18, and they'll be thinking ST robbed the cradle big time...course, we all KNOW he did, but... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

YL,

Just tell him I came over to help you move the picture...

Whoops !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ok, that was a pretty pathetic post...

Faith, (i like that better than FF too) how you doing now? day getting any better?

idiot thing #2 (i think i gave one last time i was trying to post here): every year my daughther and i go camping for a weekend at the girl scout camp. most years we hook up with another mom and her 3 daughters. we have a BLAST. i generally do multiply idiot things during those weekends which keep the girls laughing long after the weekend is even over. here is an example, i hope this makes sense translated into words, it may be one of those you have to be there kind of things... one of the girls was talking about how she was telling a younger girl that you can go spider hunting by putting your flashlight up to the side of you head. that the light will reflect off the eyes and you can see the spiders that way. she did not demonstrate what she meant. i listened and was thoroughly confused. later that day as dusk approached as we were walking down a path, i put the flashlight up to my head and said ok, how does this help?? the girls all fell down laughing. finally one was able to squeek out, you don't have the flashlight directed INTO your head, you have it along your head so the light is directed in front of you. somehow i got the idea that having the light directed into the side of my head was going to make my eyes see spiders easier.

hey YL you should have got rid of all the photos like I did.... deep in the foggy time when it was 'all over' 'we'll never past it' blah blah blah I threw things over the rooms and everywhere and..welll.... trying to find the stuff now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Robby 20's ????????????? oh you MEAN born 1920's right?????? lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

just haven't put shoes on the words yet
I love that! YL can I use that in my sig line?

YL, I thought we was just going on looks, that is why 18. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So, you guys are wearing shorts? Do I need to take a coat? Or will a sweatshirt work? Are you guys still swimming? I know, I really need to get out more.

We will be coming the second week in Feb. We are staying in a condo some place in FL. come find us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Ah, Yes, Robby. Toasted, please. Have you heard from AZ? Can you call them? My prayers include you today.
<hr /></blockquote>Doh !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sorry faa!!

Big interview (second, first was by phone) in a week!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

i really did think robby was in his 20's, isn't he??

and that pathetic post i was referring to was my own, not any of yours, just in case someone was wondering...

Today, I am 43 going on 12. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
Having a 21 y/o S and a 6 y/0 S, I think I am confused about my age. My 21 DS I think is an alien creature as there is NO WAY I am old enough to have given birth to that child! humph

Robby, did you accept the FL job?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
Robby, did you accept the FL job? <hr /></blockquote>Yes. Start date is next week. Interview this afternoon for another FL job.

When it rains, it pours!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Yes. Start date is next week. Interview this afternoon for another FL job. Cool, can't think of anyone more deserving than you Sir Mayor Duke. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ROTFLMAO, FL that is a funny story~! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The Perfect Age for a Woman

(by my former neighbor who worked on cars)

15 is too young
36 is too old and
24 is just right.

This had something to do with the timing of his Volkswagon Beetle. Some type of saying that any guy could easily remember to put the timing back in order.

Now the question is: Just right for what?

How nice it must be to be an I-ville newbie and have all your questions answered, politely, and promptly.

Oh to be a newbie....... sigh!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Serious for a moment...
Robby, thank you so much for putting my head on straight this morning. I love this place. It helps to get a mans perspective. I am doing a little better since I got that off my chest AND I apologized to my H for last night. He seems better too. The road to recovery is paved with boulders. sigh.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> ROTFLMAO, FL that is a funny story~!

<hr /></blockquote>glad you enjoyed it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Soooo Jelly I think thats how Robby is gonna be 20 again........

20 yrs goes to AZ

and 20 yrs to the first FL job

and 20 yrs to the 2nd FL job?????????? heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

but great Robby perhaps a lottery ticket??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

KY said:
So, you guys are wearing shorts? Yup, and yesterday I was in a tank top too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Do I need to take a coat? Or will a sweatshirt work? Just a sweatshirt, or a wind-breaker-type jacket would probably be all you'd need...now, keep in mind, this winter was colder for us than they have been the last few years, but it's in the 70's today!! It could be cool, but, if you want, go to "TBO.com" that's a local (Tampa) station, and their weather reports are rather accurate - just check out their forcast before you leave! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Are you guys still swimming? NO!! Not Me!!! That stopped back in October, when the first cool-front came through - BUT, that's just me - if it's not bath-water-warm, I don't wanna be in it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I know, I really need to get out more. And, you will, you're comin to FL!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We will be coming the second week in Feb. We are staying in a condo some place in FL. come find us.
You have my #, Call me collect when you get here, and we'll have lunch, or dinner, or somethin!

FF said -
just haven't put shoes on the words yet
I love that! YL can I use that in my sig line?

Wow! Did I really say that?? Yah, you can use it if you want....cool!

AW - Somehow, I've managed the urge to torch our house, but I'm afraid this pic is gonna have to go...if only I had a good plan to get it out of Mom's house, and MIL, and Grandmom's <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> that's what I get for sharing, Huh?? Oh well, MIL still has wedding video of H & his first W - after they're divorced 12 years, and we're married 10 years - I'm still a bit p'd about that one - told her if my kids watch it, I'll slap her - she said it cost too much to just throw it away...And, she has the brass to wonder what ever have they done that we don't want to be there all the time!

FL â€“ That WAS funny!! Heeheehee!!

Robby - Great sound fx, but where was the "OH Sh---!!!" afterwards?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 Soooo Jelly I think thats how Robby is gonna be 20 again........

20 yrs goes to AZ

and 20 yrs to the first FL job

and 20 yrs to the 2nd FL job?????????? heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

but great Robby perhaps a lottery ticket??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Somebody please tell me what she's saying!!

Person wanted ad:

Translator for the Mayor Robby, sir Duke of Idiotville. Must be able to translate aussie lingo and NZ lingo into American english. Excellent pay and benefits. All the drinks you want on the Mayor . <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - did you give a proper 2 week notice!!??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Did you tell them you're the Mayor here, and without constant overlooking, the natives will just reek havoc on your little town?

Oh, and I don't know what AW was saying either!! (Sorry)

KY - who you talkin 'bout Willis??!!

DOH!! Stupid Add Reply button!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FF!!

RH - good for what, indeed!!! I guess it goes with the saying "Get 'em young enough to teach 'em what you want 'em to know!"

[ January 04, 2005, 12:16 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Somebody please tell me what she's saying!!
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah, I'll get right on that for you. NOT!!

Bitter in Michigan,
Queen Jelly Bing

FL,

LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What color is that long hair of yours?

Blonde perhaps?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> All the drinks you want to pour on the Mayor <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO

Can't believe you said that Faith after all the Mayor helped you put your head on today.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RH, You are so bad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I just figured out what I made for the year, can you folks say POVERTY???

OMG, I'm glad I'm not doing this for the money, or this would be really sad.

YL, I was talking to R. Just being a brat.

I'm off, bye guys. Have a great day.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Somebody please tell me what she's saying!!
<hr /></blockquote>Yeah, I'll get right on that for you. NOT!!

Bitter in Michigan,
Queen Jelly Bing <hr /></blockquote>What?!?

What did I do?

???

Must be nap time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bye Queen Jelly Bing!! (Waving) See you soon!!

no my hair is black, thank you very much.

italians are NOT blond!!

How would I know you were Italian?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Learning isn't an Italian name!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

oops sorry...A2 and I having argument... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

bye bye Jelly see ya soon... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Is Jelly gone??

Ok, I've got a pic of her and ST.

I think she looks a bit older than 29 !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

ROBBY!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> You should be ashamed, Young Man!! We Idiotville residents pick on people to their face <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> , NOT behind their back!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oh Robby!!!

you are a bad bad man!!! heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

you know Jelly will get you for that!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Does anyone know what happened to Steve? I haven't seen him post in a while.

2'ble

[ January 04, 2005, 01:01 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

Robby, T2M is Italian. Just shortened that's all.

Hey - Faithful - looks good, but - you don't have to put me with it, Dear - use it for yourself, at your will!!

Oh, and, how about "putting shoes on the words" - since you ARE being Faithful now ?? just a thought... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Thanks YL, yes I guess you are right. That is why I changed the sig to Faithful instead of FF. i kinda like what Jelly calls me, feels more like a person. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> putting shoes on the words" - since you ARE being Faithful now ?? just a thought... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Nice touch. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

What do you call a dog with no hind legs and brass genitals?

Ok, how's this YL?

Hey Liny, are you trying to be funny again? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Faithful - It's AWESOME!!! YOU'RE WELCOME!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RH - Thanks!

LINY - a door bell??
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 04, 2005, 01:14 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

Faith or Faithful is SOOOO much better than FF it's really nice <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

SPARKY!

Hey idiots!

Thanks ff {waving}--the only idiot who was concerned! I'm here...having PC problems (and definitely not "political correctness"--no problem with that! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ). Had to hunt down and destroy some viruses..and this server is so darn slow! AND had to catch up on 15 pages: SHEESH!

Bob...great to hear! But, what's wrong with "brown clouds"?!?!?

FAA--brown did kick boxing--absolutely loved it. (Want to get her back into it.)

FL & de!!!1 Glad you enjoyed the snow de! (And oyu, too, amaze me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

YL--"financial breathing room" AMEN!!!!!

Robby--did you want me to sue, YL, btw?

Came home from work early last night...don't think I've yet broken my fever...sorta haveta go in tonight, though...asst mgr in training and i have someone filling in for her..but is really clueless...don't think i can really. have another few minutes to think about it. Definitely won't be breaking a fever in hell!

And stop keeping justuss so busy!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />LINY said:
Thanks ff {waving}--the only idiot who was concerned! <hr /></blockquote>HHMMPPHHHHHH!!!! I guessed too - I was trying to think of the sound as they hit the ground..."door bell" was the only politically correct thing I could say!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />LINY also said:
YL--"financial breathing room" AMEN!!!!!

Robby--did you want me to sue, YL, btw?
<hr /></blockquote>Um, my dear Liny!! I said I wanted some "financial breathing room" - I didn't say I have it!!!

Ya cain't squeeze blood out of a turnip, ya know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

PS - Sue me for what???!!! You have got a fever!!! I've been complementing Robby all day! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Um, my dear Liny!! I said I wanted some "financial breathing room" - I didn't say I have it!!!

Ya cain't squeeze blood out of a turnip, ya know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Silly! I meant amen as it was a prayer for both of us! (I know whatchya mean...first my G thing, now the boys. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )

And sue you for calling robby "R."

Lots of pain and suffering...I think I have a strong case. I mean, have you ever felt how obby feels? What about 13? Huh? Huh?

Liny: DUH!! Sorry - I've been working on last year's payroll, while playing with Idiotville, and UGH!!!! a little brain dead!

yah, I'm surprised Mr. Robby13, Robbythirteen, Mayor of Idiotville, Sir didn't rebut my "apology" letter...oh well, mebbee next time!!

Well, I leave my job around 3pm, so, if I'm gonna be anywhere near on time for son getting off school bus, I've gotta get some end-of-day stuffs done!

I'll see you guys later!!!

Cya Yl.

think i'm gonna go too--everybody else left--no complex i'm gettin or anthing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I mean, have you ever felt how obby feels? What about 13? Huh? Huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby said, <blockquote>quote:<hr />Must be nap time!! <hr /></blockquote>Ding, ding, you win. No kids this week, only after school, I can nap all week long if I want.

Nice pic. Schmuck!!! Was that a bowling alley? We use to bowl, I hated it!!!!!!!! ST is extremely good, of course, he is extremely good at everything he does with NO effort what-so-freaking-ever, I, however, suck.

Liny, um HI, remember me? How is your darling wife? Funny, I know, but other than that.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Lots of pain and suffering...I think I have a strong case. I mean, have you ever felt how obby feels? What about 13? Huh? Huh?
<hr /></blockquote>HAH!!! Surely you jest!! (waving hand as if to say "As If!!")

What about my ellow?? and my ine??? I had to change my whole screen name just so it wouldn't be sad at the end of the day....And, and, and, (sniff, sniff, snorrrrt, sniff, huff) what about my new name??? What about my LemonDash??? No body EVER calls out LemonDash!!! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

obby's sufferring!!! INDEED!!!! Why, Why, I'll COUNTER SUE, yah, that's it, so how about it - are ya up for the challenge???

(OK, really gotta go this time!!! but it was fun whilest it lasted! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Faith, please don't encourage him. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I can nap all week long if I want...I, however, suck.<hr /></blockquote>Wow--didn't even have to respond!

How are you and ST doin?!?!?

Just took my temp (from a new thermometer)--97.4o Guess I'm dead.

Ms. YellowLine/LemonDash:

Oh well! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Sincerely,
LINY
Attorney General, Idiotville

Boy, I must be sick...I'm defending robby.

OK Idiots...Come out, come out wherever you are!

Gotta go..to dreaded hell...Long nbight ahead of me...meeting, have to get prepared for my "review" tommorrow...UGH.

Have a nite all!

6th post in a row...WOW...very disappointed...worse than N/S <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Have a good night Liny, I'm so sorry your sick, and a fever, YUCK. You poor thing.

ST and I are well, thanks.

Hi LINY!

Jelly, that was YL who responded not faith.

And you don't have to tell us anymore about your olympics, you rub it in all the time. (Remember Kimmy doesn't like that.)

Did you get your books done, Jel?

I got 2004 invoicing done for both my teams....they did good, almost $7M in sales. That's great for a first year team, I think!

Hi liny & kimmi and Faith and all the others I missed

just argued the night away with A2 nearly 5 am here ........... going to bed ...sheeze does it get better?????........ hope so................ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Almost Kimmy. I got the hard part done. Now I just have to print out some stuff for my MOMS.

RH, must you alwayssssssssssssssssss correct me? You said you all ready have a younger sis. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Olympics, are you talking to me?

Hey, guys, where is Believer? Is she okay? I haven't caught up on the 100's of posts I missed, did I miss a dramatic exit?

Fried Chicken tonight, thank you Food network for the recipe. Biscuits too, with honey of course, not sure what else yet. ST just sprung this on me, that he wanted it and was willing to go to the store before he came home.

Jelly,

Dinner sounds awesome!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Send me the leftovers!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW, you must be super tired, I hope you sleep well and long. Sorry for your rough night, did you at least get some make-up SF??

(((hugs)))

Oh, Robby you are more than Welcome to come join us. I will keep it hot for you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'll be right over.

Settle down ST. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW honey it must be in the air. We would have been up all night arguing, but I had to back down and let it go. I may be slow but I do eventually catch on. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

yes AW, it does get better!!! i now how hard those long talks can be.

thanks i'ville, it was nice hanging out here today, although i got a bit distracted during the afternoon, i am at work, afterall!!!

feeling stronger and stronger right now. remind me of that when fears/doubts try to take over again!!

bye, i'm going home to hubby now

cya T2M (waving bye)

Where is everybody?

I have been in stupid, boring meetings for 8 hours today and now there's no one to talk to. IB went to fix something at his mother's house and called saying he was going to have a couple beers with DS. So I made myself a couple of margaritas. Why should they be having fun if I am at home with nothing?

I think I will go get in the hot tub. Au naturel. sp? The hot tub is a major trigger for me. Curly and IB spent a blissful evening there last spring and I have trouble getting in it with him. Since he is not home, and I have a very pleasant buzz on, I will go alone. Stupid SOB.

Hope you guys finish your dinner soon and come talk to me. Life is not going well, I think.

Why do I have so much trouble talking to him? Why am I afraid of him so much? I shouldn't be afraid. I am not the one who has done the wrong thing. Steve gave me some instructions on what to say and do before I call him again. I am afraid to start any conversation with IB. Why? I have been married to this man for almost 34 years. Why am I afraid to say anything? It's because for 34 years he has beaten me down verbally. I think I am too tired of this **** to put up with that any longer. I have begun exposing his tactics and he doesn't like it. Thanks to the ADs I am calm and cool and collected and I am able to talk back when I am beaten down (figuratively.) I don't get upset. My problem is that for 34 years I have backed down from every argument, admitted being wrong (even when I wasn't) and tried to keep the peace. Is that what they call conflict avoidance? Slowly but surely, I am speaking up and not backing down all the time. He can't stand it. But tonight he will come home all tanked up on beer. I have had two margaritas, and who knows if I will speak wisely or not? I wish I knew. Oh, well, it has taken me two hours to post this, since I have had numerous phone calls and a visitor, so if it doesn't make sense, be forgiving, will ya? When I began this message, no one had posted since 4:20 this afternoon.

Will it be a LB if I tell him "You're full of **** you dumb b******?" Probably. Maybe I should just go to the hot tub and go to sleep. Safer.

[ January 04, 2005, 07:46 PM: Message edited by: starz ]

Hi Starz! Don't take the PC keyboard in the hot tub with you. It could be a shocking experience.

KY: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> must you alwayssssssssssssssssss correct me <hr /></blockquote>Someone has to since we have such few opportunities <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Why do I ha <hr /></blockquote>So Starz, did you already finish those margaritas? And maybe hit the add button instead of the preview button?

{{{{{Starz}}}}}

Hi all - I have been keeping up with reading here, but barely. I've been working my regular job and on the weekends and after work, working on the house from hell.

After D-day, I started my own property management business, and it is really picking up. The place I am working on I have only been managing since the renters were kicked out. What a mess! They did $25,000. damage (and no, I did not put them in the house). Everything is almost done now, but it has been unreal.

Hope everyone is having a nice New Year so far.

Yeah, RH, I did. Then when I went to edit I got interrupted by 5 phone calls and a visitor. Oops. Better give up posting and just go soak in hot water.

Evening I'Ville! How's everyone doing? I've given up on trying to catch up on all of the posts.... 5-6 pages is just too much!

Sheesh, at least you know how to edit, I don't even know how the heck to do that, so I let those typos be...lol

-Caren

evenng to the North and morning to South ....................dont these time lines get confusing all the time???

whos around here now RIF? Caren?

Hi, Caren. Welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the Mayor. You have to name 3 non A related idiot things you have done. Then you will need a job. Robby is the Mayor and Duke/Prince or something. Jelly is the Queen and the town drunk and something else. We already have a superintendent of potholes - oops I mean streets - and I am the sniper. We have an Attorney General, too, but after two margaritas I don't remember who's who. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

By the way, to edit, click on the icon above your post that looks like a pen and paper. However, if you edit on Idiotville you get fined. It's not allowed. This town really needs a good bartender. But there are lots of other jobs open. Pick one.

Hi AW - How's it going today?

Hi Starz - Hope things are better for you today...

hi ya RIF

how you been ??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey AW - Trying to get over the jet lag and getting settled back in with work... My boss is going on R&R tomorrow so I'm going to be the "big cheese" for a couple of weeks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Probably won't be posting as much as I'll be in a never ending series of meetings!

How are you and Aussie doing? I've been thinking about you guys and wanted to let you know that you're in my prayers...

[ January 04, 2005, 11:43 PM: Message edited by: RIF ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Hi, Caren. Welcome to Idiotville. Robby is the Mayor. You have to name 3 non A related idiot things you have done. Then you will need a job. Robby is the Mayor and Duke/Prince or something. Jelly is the Queen and the town drunk and something else. We already have a superintendent of potholes - oops I mean streets - and I am the sniper. We have an Attorney General, too, but after two margaritas I don't remember who's who. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

By the way, to edit, click on the icon above your post that looks like a pen and paper. However, if you edit on Idiotville you get fined. It's not allowed. (EDIT: LINY Will sue you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) This town really needs a good bartender. But there are lots of other jobs open. Pick one. <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr />They did $25,000. damage <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
Do you need me to sue them b, for old times sake? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Wow, after a very busy morn in I-ville, everybody seemed to pretending to work. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

AW, go to sleep. You too A2!

Hey, RIF, take it easy on the boys! If I don't "see" you, have a good week. Brown not having a few good days, especially today. Keep us in your prayers, OK please? Thanks.

Hi I'ville !

Timezones suck. I only have folks to talk to on here in the afternoon when I'm supposed to be working and in the evening when Squid hates me being on the PC !

Hi I'Ville,

I just want to say Hello to all the folks here, I just want to say I cannot sleep it's 1am in the morning.

Welcome to I'ville Hate Love !

Robby is the mayor !

You need to tell us three idion things about yourself and tell us what job you want to do here ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
( well you don;t really if you don't want - I am the British ambassador and corner shop owner, but the pay is LOUSY in I'ville ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Idiotville is breathing space for idiots to have a laugh and take a break from the grunt and tears of recovering from infidelity. And its a great place to discuss stuff you don;t want responding to by the general board, but don't tell anyone that ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown, I think you've done it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Now just find a way for Liny to keep his fever!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi Robbie !

Que tal, amigo ?

Mornin Y'all!!

(and, for Mr. Pure: Buenos Dias, Como Esta??) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hope y'all are havin a great day so far - I'll catch up with ya later!

~YL

Morning yIdiots.

(just me bean an idjit)

YAWN! Morning I'ville.

Make mine the usual. BTW, Robby, that bagel was awfully cold and hard yesterday. By the time you saw the order I had gone to work all day and came back! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Can we try again? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sheesh! I say that every day in my "real" life. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Getting pretty sick of it.

faa,

Here's a fresh bagel. It's got a bit of pixy dust on it too... guarantee you'll have a better day!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Tha ithela ena cafe medrio parakalo !

Huh and folks Say Americans and Brits don;t speak other languages ! We can order beers and coffee in any language ! LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Thanks {{{Robby}}}

Morning, Bob.

Pixie Dust, eh? Sigh, I'll take anything right now. Just one day a week without some new disaster would be enough to keep me going. Just posted on the control issues thread. Sigh. Sigh. Sigh. Is there ia way to disengage a brain. For an hour even?

Good bagel.

Bob,

Been thinking about you (and YL) alot lately and I've got a question for you...

Sorry if I'm blunt...

You & Squid are now in recovery which was a choice. I wince when I hear about your new pain but I'm also curious:

Since you chose to rebuild your marriage your new pain sort of self-inflicted, but it's still pain. How does it feel? Is it different than the old pain. Duller? Does it give you focus?

I think you (and YL) provide reminders that recovery is a process with it's own ups and downs. That's wonderful perspective for others not in recovery but also only a beginning of sorts.

I guess I'm just trying to say I'm glad you guys are here! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tengo un gato?

Oh, Robby, I love it when you are mushy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I had a dry bowl of Crispex for breakfast, I'm really trying to take off some pounds. Hmmm, maybe I should exercise? Nah, volleyball once a week is enough. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I've been reading The 5 love Languages, finally, and ST said to me last night.

"man you have been loving me a ton lately, I love it."

Dope, I've always loved him, just learned how he feels it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Still trying to figure out my language, I'm very complex, you know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Morning everybody.

Hey FAA

Your sitch is MUCH harder, but during plan A I disengaged by basically seeing everything through a defensive mesh. I sort of realised that people weren't doing things AT me they were just doing them on the floor. I had a choice to accept their actions or not to.

I let my kids inside the bullsh1t filter ut not my FWW, OM or anything bad.

Not denial either - I saw and registered the cr@p but I just didn't let it stick to me. I didn't choose to be hurt by it. Its a bit anaesthatising BUT that a WHOLE lot better than being permanently hurt for a while at least.

Dunno if that makes any sense.. ?

Morning, {{{Jelly}}}
5 Languages of Love? By who?

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm really trying to take off some pounds...you have been loving me a ton lately... <hr /></blockquote>You must have sent me an old photo because you don't look heavy enough to weigh a ton? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I had a dry bowl of Crispex for breakfast, I'm really trying to take off a pound. Hmmm, maybe I should exercise? Nah, volleyball once a week is enough. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> Don't you just hate it when skinny people throw it all in your face!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Ok Jelly, no more jabs from me today.

Maybe you and Robby can discuss the 5 love languages. Oh, that's right, Robby never finished reading it.

So you can figure out ST's language, but not your own. At least has ST figured your language out? Do you feel the love reciprocated? From the little I know you, I think you have a big need to talk and a slightly smaller need for praise (no wait those are Harley's Emotional Needs). Now I forget what the 5 love languages are.

[ January 05, 2005, 07:56 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

The 5 Love Languages, by Gary Chapman

A must read for all couples.

1. Words of Affirmation
2. Quality Time
3. Receiving Gifts
4. Acts of Service
5. Physical Touch

ST, is duh, #5, that was easy. Sometimes men get confused because they naturally have the desire and need for sex, but with ST, it really is touch, and kind, hugs, kisses, hand holding, and SF.

I love mostly by Acts of Service. I LOVE to do for people, so I guess that would be mine, but I'm huge on Quality time too, but I'm not sure if that is because I have been so darn neglected in the past or if that truly does make me feel loved. I know I want his attention, I know I want him to talk to me, I also want him to do special things for me. So I guess I'm both. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Thanks, Bob. I fight my natural reaction to confront any and all danger to me and mine head on. So, everything that I know I need to do (and try to do) is soo counterintuitive that I struggle. That is why my sig line has the teflon in it. I know I need to filter out the crap. Actually the verbal stuff, bothers me a little but the ACTIONS of WH and OW just kill me inside. I am still standing but bleeding a lot. WHat DD is going through makes it so much worse. And since she is over there already, I fear for her even more until I get there.

Hey LINY - I'll be praying for you and Brown... Hey, we all have good and bad days... You hang in there and don't give up!

Hey Bob - Yeah and Afghanistan has some goofy 30 minute difference from all of the other time zones so I'm 30 minutes and however many hours ahead of you... Still fighting the jet lag monster, but it does seem to be getting a bit better...

Welcome H-L! Good to see you.

Morning YL!

Moring Mr. Mayor!

Morning FAA!

Morning all how are you in I'ville today????

Morning RIF. Less than 4 months eh? Are you out then or are you a lifer? Sorry don't know your whole sitch.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Ok Jelly, no more jabs from me today. <hr /></blockquote>I won't hold my breathe. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Robby, I have gained 15 pounds easily in about 6 months. This is not good. I've never weighed more in my life. I have no clothes that fit, and I'm too cheap to go buy me anymore, so it is a problem, that is all I'm saying.

So get off me, your still much heavier than I, and your squishing me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

RIF, yoohooo!!!

RH, I tried to chat it up with Robby13, but he blew me off, harshly!!!

Morning AW, house the baby, did you and A2 make up? I didn't get to read any yet this morning.

F-again, I think this book is great, I think it can save marriages.

Dr. Chapman has a new book out, something like, "Towards a Growing Marriage." I haven't read it yet, though Dr. Chapman has a seminar in the nearby area in a couple of weekends. My sister & her H are going and asked us we wanted to go. Well, we do, but NOW hates to be running around in bad weather, so she's kind of holding off until the last minute to make that decision. (Here's hoping we get to go.)

RH, I am feeling loved, cherished, special, significant, for the first time in my married life, actually, in all my life, (besides what I get from my boys)

He is doing so much for me, so much with me, I'm absolutely feeling loved, I just have to trust his love more, and make it easier for him to love me. Believe it or not, I can be hard to live with . <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The physical part is so hormonal for me, for all woman, I think. I can love him like no other for 2 weeks, then I freeze. He then feels unloved, I still love him, but I just don't show him in his language, because of my "mood" or hormonal shift.

Can anybody help me with that??????? Is there a Doctor in the village? We really need a doctor, with a script pad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Let's recruit one of these newbies. Hell, Caren???

RH, GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And take us too. What a great opportunity. I'll have to check out that book too. My resolution, to read more. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Shall we start a book club??? Anybody, except Robby, anybody. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Book club? As long as you're not fast readers. I started reading Passionate Marriage back around Labor Day and still haven't finished it. It's interesting but the author is so much above me it's not funny.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I've never weighed more in my life. <hr /></blockquote>This isn't a jab, but somehow, I find this hard to believe that you weren't bigger when PG. Didn't you say something about enjoying being that big (or something to that effect).

Morning RIF

Morning/Evening AW

Morning FAA (it is morning where you live right? I don't remember what part of the country you come from, and I'm assuming its the US?)

[ January 05, 2005, 08:34 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Hi FAA - I'm actually a mobilized reservist... spent 11 yrs on active duty and got tired of moving around... I've been deployed more as a reservist than when I was AD.... go figure.

I'm not really a "lifer" but I've got 18 years in so I might as well stick it out until I get 20.

Let's see.... deploying about every two years... Rats <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> , I'll probably have at least one more of these deployments before I can retire... My W will just LOVE that! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey Jelly Bling!! How are you doing this morning?

Hey RH - How goes it with you this morning?

[ January 05, 2005, 08:38 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Morning RH. It is morning. I am in Canada. West Coast. 200 miles north of Seattle or so. God's country <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK, I got that Robby wants a coffee, black, but, sorry - 4 years and an honors course in Spanish, and - well, it's like everything else - Use it or loose it, BABY!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

KY's right, Robby is being a bit sappy this morning!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> But that's ok!!

To answer your question Robby, ie. Is the pain different - better or worse or ?? - I haven't thought about it, but I will...will try to get back to you with an answer!

KY - don't feel bad - my H's language (I think - I need to read that one too!) would be touch...and you'd think I wouldn't have the two weeks on two weeks off thing, now, but somehow, I still do - that's part of our problem of late - he's feeling neglected, and I'm saying how much more can I do and still function with the rest of my life? UGH!!!! MEN!!!!

AW - how's that baby?? Can I borrow him/her when KY gets done? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Hope you and A2 got some resolution yesterday!!

Hey RIF, FAA, Faithful, Believer, Kimmy, LINY, Brown, RH, NOW, Caren (Welcome, btw), et al etal!! (waving, can you see it??)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />It's interesting but the author is so much above me it's not funny.
<hr /></blockquote>Try Dr. Seuss. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF, much better, with your acknowledgement, thanks. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I'm very petty. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RH, I gained 55 lbs with both boys, but that so doesn't count, and yes that was blissful having a belly.

This is soooooo different. Although my belly is still flat, I know have handles all over the rest of me, my arms, OMG, my arms, they are my mothers, my butt, can you say J-LO. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Oh, and my thighs, pretty soon you can call me Sandpaper Sally, from all the rubbing together they will be doing. A woman's perspective of herself, not a lovely thing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I don't know if we made it up as much as he acts like nothing happened.

I think I hit him with too much, the chair the table...no not really just felt like it!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

He was supposed to come to the 11 th week scan but didn't. Not too worried about that.
but now he seems ok & back to normal

You are real purdy, Jel, inside and out!

Morning Lemon! Your post yesterday re NC gave me peace.

Sorry 'bout the hot tub, Starz. I'm thinking you need to upgrade to an Endless Pool so you won't trigger. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning everyone! I missed you RIF!

Bob, hope your bacation was kickin!

Believer! 25K?????? Holy moly...were they pissed at you when they moved?

AW...better this morning? What's for dinner? I'm hummy (hungry, when Little Leo was 3).

Robby...how was Oh-HI-o? Oh. It's noon somewhere....I'll take a Red Draw - please use Shiner.

GC!!! Post darnitall! We love you!

Where's Weaver? I want to go fishin'.

RH, where is NOW? Did you tell her I loved your card?

FF - I'm here lifting you up sweetie. That's what girlfriends are for.

Settle down ST.

FA-A - I think you rock-et! You are doing a bang-up plan A, IMO.

To any I might've missed: POST DARNIT! The more the merrier.

- Kimmy

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I've never weighed more in my life. <hr /></blockquote>Great, more Yankees in Mumu's at The Magic Kingdom!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Get my camera!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I think I hit him with too much, the chair the table... <hr /></blockquote>Your really shouldn't be doing such heavy lifting. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How did the scan turn out? Will you find out what "we" are having? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning Kimmy, guess what we have SNOW!!!! Lots more coming too, I'm so excited. Cross your fingers, my kids could have a snowday by Friday. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ROBBY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have you learned NOTHING??? A woman can poke fun at her flaws all she wants, a girlfriend MAY get away with doing it....but a man is just gunning for a fight he will never win and never be forgiven for if he even accidentally implies any shortcomings....

Geez. I swear we need a men's training course.

But then, I suppose a buzz collar would do the same thing.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good morning ijuts. My DSL is down and I am dial up <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> So, can't catch up just wanted to say good morning and say I HATE SBC!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Kimmy, thanks for the girlfriend remark <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Feeling better today. Stayed off the puter last night for my H.

Hugs to you all {{{Idiots}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Mumu's <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Are you talking about my thong?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
Robby...how was Oh-HI-o? Oh. It's noon somewhere....I'll take a Red Draw - please use Shiner.<hr /></blockquote>The very bestest part of my trip to Ohio was getting to eat at Chipotle !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

None in the Tampa Bay area yet and they won't let you franchise!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Order up, frosted!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RIF, much better, with your acknowledgement, thanks. I'm very petty. <hr /></blockquote>Yes Jelly Bling, you are very pRetty... sorry I missed you, but you hit your send button just a bit faster than I did!

Hey AW - so have you and aussie kissed and made up yet??? That's always my favorite part, kissing and making out... I mean making UP ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Morning Kimmy! Long time no see! Hope all is going well with you!

Hey FF - How are you doing? Dial Up really sucks... we were having problems with our PC while I was on R&R so I didn't even bother trying to log on here...

[ January 05, 2005, 09:03 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Donkey-shun!

Gotta love a bartending mayor.

Kimmy,

I can tease because she is like my little sister...

Apparently little only by age!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 Donkey-shun!

Gotta love a bartending mayor. <hr /></blockquote>I used Clamato picante!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You like? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I can tease because she is like my little sister...

Apparently little only by age!!
<hr /></blockquote>I've decided to put on more pounds, to ensure me winning the brawl that is about to take place on the outskirts of Idiotville.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Geez. I swear we need a men's training course.

But then, I suppose a buzz collar would do the same thing <hr /></blockquote>Can we buy them the ones with the BIG eclectrodes..you know like the electric cattle prongs.hehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Can't tell the sex yet just two big shapes about the same size.
And we can work out a baby sitting arrangement for everyone... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RIF: Work is keeping me busy.

FAA: Canada cool. I visited there once when I was about 3-4. And all I remember is that the water was cold, my ball fell in and some kid threw a rock and hit me in the head.

Free shots Jelly

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I've decided to put on more pounds, to ensure me winning the brawl that is about to take place on the outskirts of Idiotville.
<hr /></blockquote>Remember Jelly Bing, my first comment was that you were skinny... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Maybe if you would jog to the outskirts of Idiotville we wouldn't be having this tiff!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

double post... sorry

[ January 05, 2005, 09:25 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

Robby, thats a good question.

The biggest difference in pain is the lack of fear. I am not scared of losing my old Squid and my old life now, I have already lost them, and I have grieved their loss.

I have a new self-reliant life now and a sullied, damaged, broken Squid. Both are very new and I don't know if I like them yet.

I do not think the hurt is self inflicted as I suspect if I had divorced Squid I'd still be hurting over the same things about now, only worse as I wouldn't have my kids and familar things about me.

Also hope helps. In-affair hurt is desperate while recovery hurt is hopeful.

It still hurts bad, but the rules of my game are now fairer. Yours game is absolutely not fair <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

In defence of myself and others in recovery who moan from time to time, at each milestone your hopes and aspirations and EXPECTATIONS increase.

Five months ago I just wanted Squid to stop screwing OM at any price to me.
A month later I wanted NC to hold fast at any price to me.
A month later I wanted Squid to love me again.
A month later I wanted her to open up and discuss the thingswe ned to discuss.
Now I want Squid to recognise that her A was a horrible polluting thing not a love affair and I want her to take a bigger share on investment into recovery.

And I want each new thing just as earnestly as I simply wanted Squid back in my arms those 6 months ago.

Robbie its not NEARLY as hard for recoverers than it is for you, except we have the possibility of losing it all again.

And hurt still hurts. Hard.

That make any sense ?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 [QUOTE] And we can work out a baby sitting arrangement for everyone... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey AW - Our daughters are 17, 9, & 7 and much too big to hold... I love holding babies so I'll volunteer to help baby sit!!! But I don't change diapers...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Remember Jelly Bing, my first comment was that you were skinny...
<hr /></blockquote>See Robby??? Nothing you can say here will be right. Ijo! It's like trying to train a turnip!

BUZZ...BUZZ!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />my ball fell in and some kid threw a rock and hit me in the head.
<hr /></blockquote>Had you kept your pants on, maybe the kid wouldn't have thrown the rock at you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again, I've been to Canada, beautiful place.

Have I mentioned that this trip to Disney will be the first vacation in 12 years that we have taken without a fishing boat, hence the Canada trip. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Robby, lmTao <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Suess? The kids loved him when they were little. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kimmy: Not sure if I told NOW or not. Alot of times, I'll clip and email her, but forget if I did in this case. In actuality, I made the card, I took the photo and I may have even addressed the envelope. She might have licked the stamp. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

She's been busy with the basket shop. Thinking of shutting it down or moving it in a month or so. Ya know, Christmas rush is over and all. Today she is moving her car back into the garage. Yes, I got the shed done enough to move stuff into it without it mysteriously walking off. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{Faithful}}}}}

[ January 05, 2005, 09:42 AM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Haven't posted here for ages. Feel far too serious at the moment to be an idiot. However, I am staggered at the pace of this thread. You might soon qualify for the Guinness Book of Records. If not, you all definitely qualify for a guinness. Cheers idiots. TT

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Had you kept your pants on, maybe the kid wouldn't have thrown the rock at you. <hr /></blockquote>They were two separate instances (the rock and basketball).

Yeah, RH, but that was funny, don't matter who you are that, was some funny stuff from Jelly.

Toot Toot.

TummyT, Hi there.

You know I think they shut another thread down that was quite long, due to how long it took to boot up.

TT!!

Our infamous over-the-shoulder-boulder-holder Model!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

How 'bout a hug? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{TT}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

TummyTuck is back!!!! TUMMYTUCK IS BACK!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Been praying for you, glad to see you are safe!

Much love to you (and many more prayers!)

{{{TummyTuck}}}

Everyone! Lift up TT!

Hugs TT! You are missed!

Morning, Kimmy. Thanks for the reassurance re the Plan A. Today is my "WTH-am-I-doing-this-for?-Why-should-I-bother-with-Dork-when-things-are-getting-worse-not-better-Day." AKA Pity Party. Nuts! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

I also have to call the military again this morning as I haven't heard a darn thing from their PA enabling chain of command. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

And Hi to anyone else that I missed. It's dimentia setting in. That's what happens when you are as old as dirt! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Anyway, I am ready for my 12th cup of coffee before I go to work. Just black now. Too much milk is not good for me. But chocolate on the side, right Jelly?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Book club? As long as you're not fast readers. I started reading Passionate Marriage back around Labor Day and still haven't finished it. It's interesting but the author is so much above me it's not funny<hr /></blockquote>I am reading Passionate Marriage too. Or should I say "attempting to". It is a tough read mostly due to my short attention span these days. Anyone want to try this one for a book club?

Yes, i am trying to read on dial up. I give up and will slink away to get my kiddos ready.

Thanks for the hug RH, sure need them these days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Can you believe my daughter - 18 yrs - still has her Dr Seuss books???

Ican still remember reading these to her an her brother, the fav was Green Eggs and Ham !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Shes got...
Cat in the Hat
Cat in the Hat Comes Back
Dr. Seuss's ABC
Dr. Seuss's Sleep Book
Fox in Socks
Green Eggs and Ham
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Scrambled Eggs Super!
Sneetches & Other Stories
Great Day for Up!

Hey I'm all set for the newbie...heheheh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> just have to sneak them out of her room... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> But chocolate on the side, right Jelly?
<hr /></blockquote>ALWAYS!!!!

{{{{faith and f-again}}}}

And the rest of you too {{{{i-ville}}}}

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Your greetings just brought a sweet smile to my face after such a sad evening and even though this thread is for fun stuff, I'm going to let it all out here. My 9 yr old had a melt-down. She called me to her room and was lying on her bed crying and it went something like this,
"I'm so sad for all the Tsunami victims and all those children who lost their parents and I wish you were their mum because you're such a nice mum and even though daddy doesn't like you anymore, I do but we can never be a proper family without a daddy. And I don't want you to keep-fit because you're fine just like you are. And I know that daddy is living with someone else because I listened on the telephone. And I don't want to grow up because I'm scared the same thing might happen to me that daddy has done to you"
That was about it. Not an easy night. I promise to lighten up in future. (This was a child who had been told daddy was working away for a while. Kids are definitely not idiots). TT

FAA move over hon... we can party together as my jerk wouldn't come to the scan.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
thought I was ok with it but I'm not!!

need more food and a foot rub and some peace & quiet.
A back rub would be nice too.
want want want I know........ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW: Might be tough getting those books out of DD's room, so you might have to just have her do the reading. Might be a good break for you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW, how funny, I just finished reading Green Eggs and Ham, just this second. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 You know I think they shut another thread down that was quite long, due to how long it took to boot up. <hr /></blockquote>Are you sure??

I think it's still there!!

[[[[[[[[[[ TT & your DD ]]]]]]]]]]]

kids are not stupid. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

TT, that is tough. Poor little thing. She is for sure not an idiot. They see and hear so much more than we realize. {{{{TT}}}} We have told my boy nothing, but I wonder what he knows. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Now that it is out there, are you going to explain things???

AW, it was an important event to you. Did he realize this before and does he know? That way in the future he can be sure to make it to such things, so your feelings don't get hurt.

TT: Kids are so much smarter than what most people give them credit for.

{{{{{TT}}}}}

Hey RH that would be a great solution........ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'll book that in asap hehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Are you sure??

I think it's still there!!
<hr /></blockquote>I'm an Idiot, therefore, not sure of anything, I just throw stuff out there and hope nobody can prove me wrong. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's all crap, everything I say, just crap. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

kyellow - well, hard as it was, we hugged and talked. I shut the door and let her talk and cry and I didn't tell her everything was going to be okay. She knew far more than I realised so I thought I would go with the flow. I reassured her that we both love her, that I am never going to leave her, that she should talk to me more and it's okay to be angry. I told her that I am angry at daddy but I still care about him and she said she's angry too and feels worse when she sees him. God bless all the children suffering their parents' infidelity. What innocent little victims. Makes me ashamed to be a grown up. TT

{{{TT & DD}}}}

Its what WS do to their kids that kills me. I mean Treereichs H has been SO sh1tty to their son it untrue. Now your WH and others....

Almighty God protect the little ones affected by infidelity with your angels. Keep safe and pure their trusting and fragile hearts and surround them with your love to make up for the missing love of the WS parent.

And deliver blessings in abundance to the children of FWS and FBS and their parents as they strive to surround their children in recovered love.

In faith I pray

Amen.

No Jelly I haven't actually said anything yet as I'm not sure this week who's in there..

I get anger, silence , anger, silence, then he drops back into the real world ..been a bit hard to keep up. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Not really sure how stable he is right now, hoping he coming over the hump so to speak <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
That make any sense ? <hr /></blockquote>Perfect sense.

Thank you Bob! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

TT, sounds like you handeled that perfectly. I have tears coming down my face, thinking about the conversation I could have had with my boy. Telling him about my infedelity. Praise God, my H knew it would be the best thing to not do that. I was ready to have the talk with him. I'm very honest with my boy, I give him that respect of not hiding things from him. Maybe when he is a man, I will have that talk with him. Right now I will spare his sweet innocent heart. I'm sorry for your DD's pain. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

AW, you are dealing with so much. One day at a time for sure in your case.

Bob Pure, has anybody told you today how darn sweet you are. What a blessing to this world you are.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> It's all crap, everything I say, just crap <hr /></blockquote>We knew that, but hadn't been calling you on it.

Well, Jelly, looks like JustUss will be looking for you shortly. Oops and now me too.

Kyellow, I'm off to bed. Yes, it was gut-wrenchingly sad and I wish she'd been spared the pain. If you make it through this rollercoaster, why should your son ever have to know? Goodnight.

Jelly, I just had a thought. (Yeah, I know go ahead, I know you want to). But maybe your nickname has been leading your actions and thus the weight gain and the jelly arms.

Maybe you should change your nickname to rockhardabs or flattummy or something? hahaha

Or maybe Jelly Roll!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Um, RH, I think your bum knee is messing with your memory. I recall a post stating, no more jabs from me today Jelly.

You might want to put a rush on that MRI!!!

My abs are fine, it is everything else that is going to Hel1.

Sorry Justuss I forgot we can't say that word, that seems so silly to me. I swear (not on this thread) there is nasty words all over this board, yet we so get picked on. Humph!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

good night TT

Time for lunch. What is everybody having???

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 Time for lunch. What is everybody having??? <hr /></blockquote>Maybe you should try a salad!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I recall a post stating, no more jabs from me today Jelly. <hr /></blockquote>It wasn't meant as a jab. Honest. Did it feel like one? Sorry then. Guess I got carried away trying to be funny. No wait. That couldn't happen as there is no one here who can lift that much. I thought the proposed nicks were uplifting.

(I feel like I'm just digging myself in deeper and will now stop before I do.)

Robby look at you being all witty. Must be pent up sexual frustration feeding your wit.

RH, a jab that is fine, I can handle it old man, bring it, I was just thinking you were a man of your word, my bad, I see you are NOT!!!!

Boys, your turn. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Maybe you should try a salad!! <hr /></blockquote>I opted for Venison sausage a cheese ball, crackers and chocolate milk, that has to healthy in some fashion, right?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Maybe you should try a salad!! <hr /></blockquote>HEY!! Wait a minute!!! I resemble that remark!!

Yah, salad, that's it...how about a Shrimp Cobb, no avocado, no tomato, extra mixed cheese, ranch and italian dressings...Crispers here I come!!

So nice I said it twice~ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 10:58 AM: Message edited by: YL ]

And, thrice ~ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 11:01 AM: Message edited by: YL ]

And, again! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ya know, If it'd stop logging me off while it's trying to send, I'd stop saying it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Yah, there is an echo...and I KNOW you got it the first time!!! SHEESH!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 11:03 AM: Message edited by: YL ]

Okay, YL, we heard you the first time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Boys, did you run and hide?

Is there an echo in here??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

See, it's happening to all of you, too! I can tell, that's why it's

so

quiet

in here....

chirp...

chirp...

cricket noise...

cricket noise...

No salad here, prawns with white wine, garlic, ginger with pasta..love these snacks

boys still running????

Q. How are husbands like lawn mowers?
A. They're hard to get started, they emit noxious odours, and half the time they don't work.

Q. How can you tell when a man is well hung?
A. When you can just barely slip your finger in between his neck and the noose.

Q. How do men define a "50/50" relationship?
A. We cook-they eat; we clean-they dirty; we iron-they wrinkle.

Q. How do men exercise on the beach?
A. By sucking in their stomachs every time they see a bikini.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Can't tell the sex yet just two big shapes about the same size.<hr /></blockquote>Ummmm...HELLO?!?!?! Did I miss something?!?!? Are you referring to...um...TWINS?!?!?!?

Hey everyone...almost dr. time--still haven't broken fever...sux...gotta slow down...pretty hard to do with a 3yo!

TT--first, "Amen" folllowing Bob. Your child has physically and figuratively seen so much for even an adult to comprehend. Prayers to you and her!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey Jelly Bling!!<hr /></blockquote>Is RIF gonna break out into a rap now? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I had a dry bowl of Crispex for breakfast, I'm really trying to take off some pounds. <hr /></blockquote>Maybe if you lay off covering them with chocolate syrup... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Snowing out already...wasn't supposed to start until tonight...yech...be real fun driving tonight...said we weren't supposed to get much, though...got the infamous sea breeze keeping it a degree or two warmer. Oh well...winter is still young!

Hi Liny just keeping up your level of humor so no one forgets <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> He is doing so much for me, so much with me, I'm absolutely feeling loved, I just have to trust his love more, and make it easier for him to love me. Believe it or not, I can be hard to live with <hr /></blockquote>Awesome and gives me so much hope!

Hey ff, aw....
Well???????????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

More Liny-type jokes since he has a fever... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

When Noah built his ark, he had two snakes aboard. When the animals were leaving, he said, "Go forth and multiply."

The snakes didn't move.

"Go forth and multiply!"

They still didn't move.

Noah was yelling by now.

"Go forth and multiply!" "We can't," they answered.

Noah was confused. "Why not?"

"We're adders."

Why is the banana the most popular fruit?
Because of its appeal.

Where do baby apes sleep?
In apricots!

Why did the lady and her attorney seek a scarlet frock as part of a settlement?
Because she wanted a red dress for her grievances.

Two chickens were chatting around the coop. "That big rooster next door made a pass at me!" one exclaimed.

"Really? Did you provoke him?"

"Well, I egged him on a little."

Did you hear about the Swedish guy who found God after rehab?
He was a bjorn-again Christian.

Have you heard about the new corduroy pillows?
They're making headlines!

What's Mary short for?
She's got no legs.

A guy went to a psychiatrist. "Doc," he said, "I keep having these alternating recurring dreams. First I'm a teepee, then I'm a wigwam, then I'm a teepee, and then I'm a wigwam. It's driving me crazy. What's wrong with me?"

The doctor replied, "It's very simple. You're two tents."

Why does a chicken coop have only two doors?
If it had four, it would be a chicken sedan. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Q. How do you get a man to stop biting his nails?
A. Make him wear shoes.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ok, Ok, I am laughing here. AW, answer Liny's question.... twins? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

aw, that was truly disgusting...and robby, those were too good even for me. NOT!!!

OK, maybe I missed something - AW, how far along are you? I was thinking a few months?

Have you guys seen some of the other threads about Amber Frey?

They were Liny... NOT funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

But the review for her book from the New York Post is:

AMBER'S 'GUIDE' ON BEING A LOSER

IT'S enough to make you feel sorry for Scott Peterson. Almost.
Amber Frey, the buck-toothed, baby-voiced massage therapist from Fresno who briefly loved Scott Peterson before she tried nailing him to the wall, will not be ignored.

The woman talented enough to have acquired faith in God, the services of a murderous lover, and a high-powered publisher has added her name to a memoir nearly as slim and shallow as she is.

As a public service, here's a cheat sheet to "Witness For the Prosecution of Scott Peterson." I'll skip over Amber's tedious whining about her life as a single mom and cut to the naughty bits, because this is an important book.

It's a how-to book for losers.

It's an advice rag for re-covering sluts.

And it's chock-full of sage advice and dating tips.

Amber's Dating Tip No. 1: A Mom has Needs, So Plan Ahead.

Even before Amber met Scott on a blind date, pal Shawn considerately planned to watch Amber's baby daughter overnight.

"Just remember that I have to be at work in the morning!" her friend warned before Amber leaped out the door.

Dating Tip 2: You can't be too thin or too easy.

A few hours later, Amber told Scott: "I don't know if I'm ready to be with you." Turns out she was.

Dating Tip 3: After the Binge, Don't Forget the Purge.

There's nothing worse for a budding romance than a wife. Amber was deep in the throes of her . . . whatever with Scott, when she found out his wife, Laci, had disappeared. So she quickly handed every bit of evidence she had about Scott to cops â€” even her shoe scrapings.

"I realize that I wanted to do more than help," Amber writes. "I wanted to purge Scott from my heart and my home."

Dating Tip 4: When Short on Ideas, Shed Clothes.

Oh, yes, the obligatory shots of Amber uncrossing her legs in all their limber glory are well represented in this book.

A smart girl's gotta make a living.

Amber's trite and overactive imagination finds another, unexpected target.

The lofty tome features a "Laci came to me in a dream" sequence â€” only here, Amber transforms the poor, murdered Laci into a kind of ghoul.

Amber writes that on Christmas Eve 2002 â€” the date cops say Laci was murdered â€” a devilish Laci visited her bed.

"In the nightmare, a man with brown hair . . . is tick ling [Amber's daughter] Ayiana," she writes.

"Before long, Ayiana was having trouble breathing."

Then "I saw [Laci] . . . and she was laughing hysterically.

" 'Don't laugh!' I yelled at her. 'Can't you see he's smothering her?!' "

It's a nightmare all right â€” starting when Amber picked up her pen.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 11:52 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Best thing anyone can do is not buy that garbage. Unfortunately, it was the #2 seller yesterday. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Oops sorry for being so long.... just spewing AGAIN..

ok 11 weeks now & it better not be twins,,,, the scan shows two about equal sized shapes which should be head and body ...all is ok and coming along fine says the doc <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

He said when a bit further along he will try to do a 3 d imaging scan for me ..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

think I might stick the scans on Aussies Photo page in Yahoo just for fun. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

you know, I think my Liny level jokes are SO MUCH better than that Amber chic's book......lol
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Q. How do you keep your husband from reading your e-mail?
A. Rename the mail folder "Instruction Manuals."

Q. How does a man show he's planning for the future?
A. He buys two cases of beer instead of one.

Q. How is Colonel Sanders like the typical male?
A. All he's concerned with is legs, breasts and thighs.

Q. What do most men consider a gourmet restaurant?
A. Any place without a drive-up window.

Q. What do you call a handcuffed man?
A. Trustworthy.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That may have been one of the most brutal reviews I have seen for a boof--ever! (Good!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />the scan shows two about equal sized shapes which should be head and body <hr /></blockquote>{lightbulb goes on}
Oh....OK.

hehehhehe Liny

just imagine how its been for me! SOOOOOO much has changed since I was last a breeder ..lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

can't eat this, can't eat that, dont drink coffee, wine 1 glass a week,,,,blah baloney says I!!! but sister is a big bully so I have to be carefull..hehhehe no shes a DARLIN REALLY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> but teasin's fun <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

well my bed bye now... have an offer I cant refuse ..carry to bed, foot rub, then back rub until I'm asleep (he must be feeling a bit guilty) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ( and I bit wary of him carrying me with the leg) but Those who dare win....so

Morning shift had lots to say....where's the split shift these days?!?!?! Please don't tell me you are all actually working? Surely you jest!

Gotta go....see ya'll later.

Don't feel bad Liny, I am as big an idiot as you. I thought she meant twins too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 02:21 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Ok, while the town is quiet I will confess my idiot moment for the day. I dropped off DD and DS at daycare and went back home to switch cars so my H can pick up the kids later. I had to leave the keys on the coffee table for H so I walk up to the front door and start pressing my car unlock button to open the front door! Doh, took me a moment to realize what I did and why the door didn't "magically" open. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby look at you being all witty. Must be pent up sexual frustration feeding your wit.

<hr /></blockquote>Faith, you Idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm glad it gives you hope. I'm really feeling it these days. Always have I guess. We are in such a good place. We are really learning how to live a good life with each other. I love this man, and I want him to know it, every second of everyday.

I love this man, and I want him to know it, every second of everyday.

Mush ! Mush !! And I aint driving huskies ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Lovely. I pray for the day Squid would think like that KY. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Robby look at you being all witty. Must be pent up sexual frustration feeding your wit.
<hr /></blockquote>Coming up on the 1 year mark fast!!

Is black still a shade of blue?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

hi all,

FF, that was funny.

wanted to say hi, there is no way to catch up, if anyone said anything to me 5 pages ago since the last time i posted.... I am not going to see it!!!! you guys are nuts!!!

but i like you all.

now i have to work and when i get back i'm sure 10 new pages will be here and if anyone said anything to me, i'll have missed it again...

i have "lab" (don't ask, it's a nasty work thing) until midnight now, 10hrs!!!

keep smiling all.

oh, and, we are in a pretty good place right now too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> it really is a nice thing. i know it's way to soon for us to not take another dip down sometime (many times i'm sure) but i'm going to try my best to not let it get to me, just ride it out with memories of the up times!!

bye for now

Not meaning to ignore you, Robby, but that quote is what everyone on this web site is praying for. I know I am. I am sincerely happy and proud for you that it is going well for you. It is an inspiration to the rest of us.

oh robby, that is not good!!!

ya know, since i'm no good at reading here, i can't keep up, but i do often wonder, how is it going with you, any reconciling happening??

now i am going to have to be sure to keep reading so i can see your response!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Not meaning to ignore you, Robby, but that quote is what everyone on this web site is praying for. I know I am. I am sincerely happy and proud for you that it is going well for you. It is an inspiration to the rest of us. <hr /></blockquote>Ok, now I'm confused...

I haven't had SF in almost a year and that's inspiration to the rest of you?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

My last post didn't make any sense. This is the quote I was referring to:

I love this man, and I want him to know it, every second of everyday.

I am an idiot

yeah, i was confused about that too!!!

i thought maybe that is because i don't know the status of things with you and the mrs.

W & I are separated and heading towards D. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I've closed her Love Bank account. It's been overdrawn for too long.

I'm working on me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Anyone miss me? <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm posting at work and I DON'T CARE. I'm such a rebel. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am the only person here - we have three buildings for our university Department (old 1890's houses - very beautiful) and I AM THE ONLY PERSON in our department AT WORK TODAY.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Anyone miss me? <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>I missed ya like a cold sore!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

j/k

What time is it there right now?

{{{{{Kiwi}}}}}

Hi, KIWI!! Iam corn fusing everybody on the web site. I think I'll be quiet now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (Fat chance)

i'm very sorry to hear that. not the working on you part, the outlook of divorce. are you sure there is no chance left, are you still trying to show her the new and improved you?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Anyone miss me? <hr /></blockquote>Yes, we all did. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I wasn't confused Starz - probably cos I was reading and not posting.

Anything Idiot's say makes perfect sense to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby right now the time is 9.22am on Thursday, January 6 2005. Ooh, now it's 9.23am....

Happy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OMG, I'm so needy, no one else asks if they've been missed, they just come back.

Oooh, now it's 9.24am.......

Sick of that yet, Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
 are you still trying to show her the new and improved you? <hr /></blockquote>The new and improved me, in reality, isn't that much different than the old, pre-A me. She stopped loving me LONG before I had an A. Unfortunately I chose to have an A instead of persuing D then. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Bad choice.

9.27......

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 9.27...... <hr /></blockquote>LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

That's the funniest you've been in a long time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen, you Rebel, you are so darn funny, I missed you.

Robby I hear the new blue is black. LMAO - BTW
Sorry for your, um, pressure.

FL - hello

Hi Starz, I haven't chatted with you in forever. How's the ice pick working for you???

Jelly, somehow I knew you'd know what I meant!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kiwi,

It's Thursday there? What am I wearing? Does my hair look ok? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'll follow Robby's lead,

Jen, did I make it through the night without eating any cookies??? Am I thinner today??

Robby, bright side, black makes you look thinner. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 02:41 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

LOL, Melody always asked me for the lottery results!!!!

Once I got so confused talking to her about time zones that I thought my head was going to explode. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Hey, Jelly. The ice pick? It works pretty good, but the weather is so darn unpredictable, just like the weather in Texas. One day it's 32 degrees, the next it is 70. One layer melts, and a new one freezes over.

Have to be pretty careful with the ice pick. Don't want to damage any parts I might want to use later. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jelly,

I'm beta testing some new software after my XP SP2 update.

Check your yahoo... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey guys, RH can't post. Let's talk about him. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, can't post, RH can't post, hahahhahaha

This is for Liny....

What do you call a guy no arms no legs in a pile of leaves??? Rustle

What do you call a guy no arms no legs in a lake? Bob

What do you call a guy no arms no legs on your wall???? Art

What do you call a guy no arms no legs on your doorstep? Matt

Robby, got it. I will express via email.

What do you call a guy no arms no legs around your neck???? Ty

I have 8 days in vegas next week on expenses. That means no SF. I can't wait ! I can rest and recover my kundalini !

Aw its bad to joke about SF on his board I know but it IS I'ville after all !

Bizarre, Squid and I are watching a thing called " wife swap" on TV. She's talking about them like we';re perfect and they're really screwed up. I dunno whether to laugh or cry ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Everytime I hear about lack of SF, I always think, "But aren't you the master of your domain?"

Remember that Seinfeld episode? I LMAO!

Bob, I know what you mean, I mean I welcome the Flo, it gives me a break. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OOH, speaking of,

what do you a call a woman, no arms no legs who visits every month??? FLO

My brother and SIL, think we would be great on Wife Swap, they think ST would go into SHOCK!!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Did I bore you all with my goofy, Liny-type jokes??

Jen, did you get busted???

What's for dinner everybody???? I'm starving.

Fish, rice and a salad for us.

I think I need to make some chocolate chip cookies for later, I'm sure I'll be hungry from such a skimpy meal. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ST just got us all excited, he predicts no school for tomorrow.

I LOVE SNOWDAYS!!!!!!!!!!!

He is bringing the snowmobile in to get it gased up and ready. YIPPEE!!!

I love my life.

It's so much more fun when you guys are responding. Not really getting much from just me, yet, I'm still posting. Hmmmm....

Okay, you guys convinced me, I'm off to make and bake some cookies.

Bored in Michigan,
Jelly Bing

You do all realize, that I'm not going to lose weight this way, and it is all your fault, right? We are clear on that, aren't we????

When I can serve Tea and biscuits from my backside, I'll invite you all over. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:

When I can serve Tea and biscuits from my backside, I'll invite you all over. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>See you next week!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

KY: I'll save you from gaining weight. Just mail the cookies to me when you're done.

Fish? You're going to waste away to nothing.

Done baking them, not when you're done eating them.

Geez.

Well * sigh * That 'wife swap' program led to a very deep discussion that led to Squid going to bed in tears despite my best efforts.

Good though I hope.

I had chance to run some fog babble by her which was the last info she gave me regarding her opinion of her affair.

* that OM was a better man than me in every way
* That kids benefit from divorce as OM says it toughens them
* that she had not even said the affaor was a bad thing nor that she regretted it or was sorry for it.

etc etc

Squid says " I shouldn;t have to tell you all that. You should KNOW how I feel."

I Say " But I need to hear you say some of that. I am not psychic, just like you told me a few months ago. I need to hear if you are sorry for your infidelity or not."

She said " you know I'm not the kind of person who can do that. I am a private person.".

I said " you're not the kind of person to have an affair either but all things are possible it seems. I ned to to help me with this to help us recovery . I have done SO MANY things which were against my instinct and personality to try to set our marriage back on a good course, can you not just talk to me ?".

I said I'd miss her and the kids in Vegas next week. She said she missed the kids when she went to Italy with OM in June last year.

I said " you KNOW you haven't said you missed me, right ? I KNEW the EA started there. Is that true ?"

She clammed up and sobbed quietly.

I hugged her said I loved and adored her but I needed to know her current attitude to the affair and to OM and me. I said while she was such a great Mom and good wife & friend to me she was in a safe place to admit anything. Only secrecy could be damaging to us.

She went to bed sobbing. I told her I was sorry that she was saddened by our discussion but that I love her dearly. I'll wait till she's asleep till I go to bed myself.

A much needed discussion but I DO hate dragging up uncomfortable memories and sensations for Squid. I need her to though. I NEED it. WE need it. I am proud of myself for not avoiding this conflict and for debating in a loving but insistent manner.

I love the girl though so very much. VERY much.

Tough night.

I love her enough to make her cry when its is required. You know how hard that is for a gallant man like me? I should have taken this approach years ago and there may not have been an affair.

Honesty, intimacy and love. I PRAY this works.

BTW I am MUCH happier. When I gave the example of babble about OM being a better man than me in every area she shouted " That's CR@P ! I would never have said that ! CR@P !! You only remember what you want to remember me saying. i would NEVER have said that !! ".

Now she DID say that BUT the fact that she so obviously disagrees with that statement now makes me very happy indeed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

[ January 05, 2005, 04:43 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

BTW

Hi Kimmy !!!! Lovely to hear from you !

We had a LOVELY holiday thank you ! Lots of walking in Key West holding hands and playing with the kids together.

Nobody could have looked at us and said we weren't the perfect married couple !

A bit tough since we got back but nothing insurmountable.

I really am getting the hand of this recovery stuff now. just need Squid to grasp the nettle and we'll be cool ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You have a good Holidays darl' ?

Morning all. Bob - you just said "nothing insurmountable". That's much more like old Bob. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> .

I was thinking. I stayed on here (I'ville) till way past midnight my time. Yet when I checked in this morning and caught up, AW and Kiwi had both been posting and it's even later there. Do you both work shifts?

And Robby, I have another job next week - an exam invigilator. It is truly the most boring job in the world. You hand out the papers to the nervous students and then wander around aimlessly up and down the aisles. I do it at my daughter's high school twice a year for A'Levels. The most exciting thing that happens is when someone needs the toilet and you have to accompany them and wait outside!
"Watching, waiting, it's painstaking
Invigilating"
These are the first two lines of a poem I wrote. Like I said, boring - but a bit of extra pocket money. TT

You OK Lah, Gwiloh TT ?
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

i LOVED my Time in singapore !

I'm worried about you TT, you;re so SAD these days. You are far too strong and lovely to be sad for that long and you know it !

I'm doing fine TT. I am starting to realize that Squid and I are sort of recovery litmus paper on here having doen soe well the MB in such a short time, and some folks are made uncomfortable by my posting anything negative.

In truth, this latest sad time was positive. It stirred me into action.

I love Squid to bits and I truly believe she does me too. We'll be OK. Its gonna be hard for Squid though.

Tell me the next three things you plan to do to make you a happy TT. ORDER !! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

short break here, i managed to catch up, only have time to say 2 things...

bob - you are amazing, squid is very lucky. i'm sorry it was a tough night but you should be proud of yourself, keep it up, i just know it will eventually work. my H held on tight to me too, like you are, it took a while but we really are making good progress.

robby - <blockquote>quote:<hr />She stopped loving me LONG before I had an A. Unfortunately I chose to have an A instead of persuing D then. <hr /></blockquote>i don't mean to be tough on you here but this is MB... don't you mean to say you choose to have an A instead of persuing the marriage issues and working them out, finding out what needs you were not meeting, etc. etc., and so i will say again... are you sure there is no hope, have you tried EVERYTHING. (how old are you again???) and don't everyone start joking about his age, i am seriously curious!!!!! of course, i know this is i'ville... back to lab for me now...

Yeah - ok lah! Sad kids make for a sad mum. Just feel like my sparkle is missing a bit. Still, my little girl made her own packed lunch and seemed a lot better this morning.

So - three things. It's my day off work - I do various jobs but the main one is working as a teaching assistant at my daughters' primary school 4 mornings a week. It's great cos I get the holidays. I also do a bit of private English tutoring to some chinese children. Also when it's exam time I do invigilating. The kids here have to take the exams at the same time as UK so they start about 4pm. I do bra-fitting (fitting - not modelling) I could have two heads for that one but as long as the boobs are the right size! People think it sounds glamorous but it's not. It is, however, well-paid but only do it for a total of about 20 days per yr. So, I'm a busy lady but am luckily around in the pm for homework etc. Well, that was too much information, wasn't it.
3 things - am meeting my mate today and going to Fa Yuen St which is full of factory outlets and I hope to pick up a few bargains. She's taking me out for a belated birthday lunch. My WH bought me vouchers for beauty treatments for Xmas at the Peninsula Hotel (HK's Raffles) so I will book something. And now I'm laughing because I think my day sounds quite fab. Lucky me.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I mean I welcome the Flo, it gives me a break. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr />That means no SF. I can't wait ! <hr /></blockquote>Ya know? You guys are pretty warped!

Hey guys...just "woke up" I swear I can't get any rest or sleep...and brown has her IC tonight. Yes, I stayed home. Can't break this fever. Was sweating a bit bvefore, but feel like I'm boiling right now. Anyway...

Have a good nite all....finally started snowing again.

Oh, forgot to mention last night: part of brown's lethargic/reflective/moody behaviour lately (besides her time) has been because she has been feeling that "feeling" again like she had during A. Actually, one of the few times she has been wrong with her instinct. But, how do I do more than even what I'm doing now? It's very frustrating. I suppose time. Time for her to see the trust I'm building; the love I'm showing; the safe haven I'm building. She said yesterday if she still wonders about OW. I said "No," which is the truth, except one thing I was thinking about last week. In regards to the OW, I take my responsibility in the cliche', "Two to tango." And I full responsibility in the damage/pain I have caused brown. HOWEVER, with the "conversation" brown had with her afew months ago and the tidbits I'm hearing, it infuriates me! Bottom line? She "may" have been using me (I know, no duh) as an out or whatever for her M. Turns out, OW is pregnant. (Which both brown and I thought quite possibly could have been BS, as she's already had 2 MC's in the past.) Anyway, if my timeline serves correct, her conception would have been right around the time of the height of our EA. WTF? Don't give a s@it, just gives me yet another piece of concrete evidence of how I was being played. (Adjusting halo.) Yes, j/k. And just shows that the OP does not really give a S@it, for all nay sayers out there--they have their own agenda.

OOK...feel a little better after getting that out. NOT!

Just had some soup--starting to get the chills again. OY!

OK...getting dizzy again (shaddup!)....need to lay down...

Liny, a lick and hug for you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ((funny man))

RH, cookies, what cookies?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Robby, next week? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I'll be sure to hide our lotion. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bob, you did really well. Squid really needs to stop hiding. She needs to face the pain that her actions caused, she needs to realize how far conflict avoidance has damaged your relationship.

You guys are doing, love her, she will get there, with your love. I'm so very proud of you, it is such a priveldge to know you.

Who's the guy no arms, no legs, on Tom Sellecks back???? Harry

Hi all - yikes it is hard to keep up with this thread! I've been busy, busy, busy.

Hope everyone is doing half-way well - remember the weeks after Christmas are usually depressing for many people. Hang in there everyone.

Good evening everyone! I give up on trying to keep up... Hope everyone is having a great evening.

Evening RIF, beleiver and the "lurkers.

Rif, I am soo addicted to this thread. I come home and read everything from the time I went to work to the time I get home. I think I need a life! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

BTW Jelly: I darn near choked when I saw those joke about Rustle and Matt. Those are my favourites. I was going to post them this morning but I was late geting ready for work. So, you beat me!

I also like Elephant jokes and my all time favourites>

Question:WHy do ducks have flat feet?

Pause...

Answer:To stomp out forest fires.

(it's in the timing - wait for it.)

Question: Wyy do elephants have flat feet?

Pause...

Answer: To stomp out burning ducks.

Makes me laugh at the image evry time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, Oh.

Question: What's green and sings?

Answer: Elvis Parsley

Am I as bad/good as LINY yet?

What do you call a one legged woman? Eileen

Ok Jelly is filling in for Liny while he burns up with fever. Liny sorry for Brown's down time. I know that recently I have thought OW was back and had to TRULY examine the entire pic before realizing that my instinct is not 100% correct.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Honesty, intimacy and love. I PRAY this works.
<hr /></blockquote>Me too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Bob, not much to add except you are one heck of a man.

Oh sure, I finally have time to post and the town is vacant. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Bob, hope you enjoy your trip to Lost Wages. Wave to me over here in California! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey how come some people here want a break from SF? It has been about 8 weeks for me now. (sorry Robby, I know you have me beat) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Oh sure, I finally have time to post and the town is vacant. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Hey ff--now you know how it feels!--6 posts the other day in a row. It's like, the idiots get up post, go to work, post, lunchtime--then, WTH? They actually work?

Anyway...just had something to eat--binging for ice cream now...so, have a good noight everyone.

YOO HOO, NIGHT SHIFT, I'M HEEEEEERE!!!!!

LINY, sorry you're not feeling well and sorry brown's down.

Hi, FF, RIF, Believer if you're still around, F-Again if you're still around.

OK, entertain me.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Not those terrible jokes - REAL entertainment!

Jen

Hey .! Figured i'd check in ioone more time b4 signing off...have a good night/mrning!

Great..hmmph - now everyone leaves. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

.

Hi nightlifers how r ya?

Hi, Faith, RIF, Believer, F-Again, Jen if you're all still around

Liny sorry to hear you are sick, & brown big [[[

]]] girl to get your spirits up.
This stuff is ahrd isn't it.

Ooh goody, someone to talk to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AW, I got it that the two shapes were head and body.

He he, I think if it had been twins we'd have just got a post from you going OMG, OMG, OMG, OMG. Right?

Jen

Hi Jen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

my its awfully slow on the server tonight and only us as well!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> welll quality not quantity heh heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

As for twins OMG followed by intense shock treatment lol of God that would be more than a shock hahahaha <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

He he quality not quanitity, I like it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Do you know I always log out before I go poking around in other people's posts cos I'm embarrassed to be seen lurking about. That was just a general FYI, not particularly interesting or important. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How's Aussie doing? He seems to have huge ups and then huge downs doesn't he. I read a lot of his posts before you came here but I still can't remember if I posted back to him. (I was probably logged off and lurking LOL).

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
robby - <blockquote>quote:<hr />She stopped loving me LONG before I had an A. Unfortunately I chose to have an A instead of persuing D then. <hr /></blockquote>i don't mean to be tough on you here but this is MB... don't you mean to say you choose to have an A instead of persuing the marriage issues and working them out, finding out what needs you were not meeting, etc. etc.,<hr /></blockquote>Ok. That's what I meant.

As for hope. I'm sure there is none. As for this being MB, you bring up a good point. My time here may be coming to and end.

As for my age...

I'm

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
Robby, next week? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I'll be sure to hide our lotion. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAOPMPCMD!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Oops, there goes the quality....LOL

Robby, I know you're about 35.

I was really upset by your posts today. They really touched me. Your sitch is so sad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{{{{Robby}}}}

Jen

finally leaving the lab, about to go HOME!! yeah...

but first...

<blockquote>quote:<hr />As for this being MB, you bring up a good point. My time here may be coming to and end.
<hr /></blockquote>ROBBY, in no way shape or form was i saying you should leave here!!!! i only meant, since this is MB, i thought i would try to flame a bit of hope. your sitch is very sad.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Oops, there goes the quality....LOL
I was really upset by your posts today. They really touched me. Your sitch is so sad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{{{{Robby}}}}
<hr /></blockquote>Ok, the quality thing made me LOL!!

I wasn't trying to upset anyone with my posts today, sorry... just trying to update the slackers!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

In all honesty, on "Have you tried Everything?" I've tried as much as I can, or even want to. When I asked my W if our S was a good enough reason to try she said "No". Right then and there something broke. I could literally almost FEEL it. Something broke that can't be fixed.

I almost dread her changing her mind.

I am sad for my S. You can be sad for him too, but not me. I'll be fine.

And I'll take the hug but no leaning back!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

i think i was just called a slacker.

i watched all 3 back to the future movies over new years eve and new years day, those are such good movies!!!

robby, the best you can do is all that is expected of anyone, good things will come to you, that i am sure of. i was just hoping it would come in the form of a restored family.

No, there was no leaning back. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, the last one I gave you was no leaning back either.

You're just fishing for big squishy hugs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I made you laugh twice today. OK, the first laugh was a razzy one, but it was still a laugh. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

nite i'ville

Nite, FL.

I've gotta go too. Rob is home and has been making nachos which is I'm now going to eat.

See you later.

Jen

Good Night!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Night, night Robby.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hullo nightshift !

I have a busy day today - getting ready for Vegas and still with some closedown work to do.

I hope to be on best terms with Squid before I leave tomorrow morning too - she was pretty upset last night, even though it was righteous. I don;t want her to carry a sad memory of me while I am away for 9 days...

..its a bit scary actually, this is my first long business trip since d-day. Will she REALLY keep NC ? Will she miss me for the right reasons ?

Well, its needed 'cos I'll be travelling more again this year. We have to get used to it.

Later folks !

OK, idiot mode !

We bought the kids a Tamagotchi cyber pet each at Christmas. When they were out playing in the pool or on the beach, Squid would take over their duties and joke ther were our grandchildren.

When Squid was busy I'd do the chores, cleaning up doody, entertaining etc.

Now the kids have lost all interest WE CAN'T LET 'EM DIE !!! :oD

They're on the third generations now. Squid texted me at work yesterday to say " the grandkids are OK ! ".

I just cleaned, fed and exercised them, and txted Squid that they're OK and she's a cr@p Grandmother !

Its so funny !

Bloody things... !

..I mean the one is 95 grams which is FAT so I have just been exercising it !

Amazing !!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Bob - All three of my girls each got a Tamagatchi for Christmas too... they played with them for about a day, then the PS2 and other toys were more important so they just let them all die off... he he he...

Hey, I know that you're a bit apprehensive about the traveling... Have you thought of leaving Squid some little love notes around the house where you know that she'll find them after your gone? You could just write some short notes to let her know how much you love her and how much you're going to miss her...

Semper Fi!

RIF, you are mush too. I so like that in a man. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby dramatically said, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> My time here may be coming to and end.
<hr /></blockquote>Mayor,
(I know we are on a first name basis usually, since I am The Queen and above you, however, I'm reminding you of your status here)

So sir, you see this is completely unacceptable, due to your position in this town, and your contractual obligations, your time here will never come to an end.

For the love of chocolate think of me, (everybody, please, think of me.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> What would I do if you are not posting? Laugh more, perhaps, but I would still miss you.

So enough of that nonsense, you have a duty to this messed up idiotic community, if you were to leave, I'm sure we would no longer be idiots.

Therefore, the entire well being of this here Idiotville rests in your hands, you make or break us, actually I do, but I'm just blowing smoke up your [censored], and I seem to be on a roll so why stop now.

So Mayor, you see, you can never leave, it is like an episode of the Twilight Zone. We have you, and we will never let you go.

Please for the welfare of your people, the town that you founded, with my help and direction, of course, stop talking this CRAP!!!

Okay, now back to me, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I swear I made cookies last night, I can't find any this morning. RH, did you take my cookies????

SNOWDAY!!!!!!! My boy actually had school, but I kept him home, to ride the snowmobile with the other kids, they have a 2 hour delay so far, but one of my mom's said her kids can skip too, I'm so influential. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 06, 2005, 06:55 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

RH, you just going to lurk?? Or post???

First my cookies, now this? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Time to poke my voodoo in the knee. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning, Jelly. Morning, RH and lurkers Did you see my post a couple of pages back with MY jokes in response to the jokes you told that were ripped right out of my head? Must have been ESP.

DO we get a vote about Robby? I'ville is a semi democracy, right? Or do we need to have Starz "watch" him as he is about to NOT perform his duty?

Jelly I made chocolate cheese cake mini tarts last night. ANd they seem to have half disappeared when I went to check on them this morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

SO much for my nutritious breakfast <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning Mr Robby, SIR!
Here's your coffee! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Am I sucking up or what?

F-again, scary, our great minds thinking so much alike, and then both of us having disappearing chocolate??? What is going on?

Robby, morning.

Good Morning Idiots....

KY......RH took your cookies....there were crumbs in the bed.

NOW

Yum. Hmmm, emmm, good.

Sorry about lurking. Logged in, then the bigshots came around. Have been too busy to post. kwim?

Love to you all. till L8r

NOW, I knew it, that, that, that RH!!!

How are you? Funnier than RH, I know, but other than that, how are you? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, did you take my chocolate cheesecake tarts, too? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Morning NOW and even RH. Hmmph.

A word of caution: NEVER get between a woman and her chocolate

KY.....I'm ok, I guess. Before Christmas I got too busy to post....thought maybe I should get a job so I would have an excuse to spend more time here...
Then after Christmas...well, New Year's really, I just kind of crashed. Been sort of down and out, not sure why....maybe hormones, maybe the let-down after the holidays. Who knows?
A week or two before Christmas I asked RH what did he REALLY think of me ( I was fishing for compliments) and he told me he thought I was "trapped" inside myself. At the time I didn't really know what that meant, but all of a sudden I actually feel trapped inside myself and I don't know why that is or how to get out!
I know that he told you I as "triggering" last weekend, but I wouldn't say that's what it was....I had told him that the more good I see in him, the more I realize what he has done to "keep" me, the uglier I feel. I almost despise myself.

Other than that, I'm fine.

NOW

FA-A,

I don't know if RH took your tarts....I'll check around here later. Hang on a sec, I think my printer is jammed....now wait, I see something. What's that smell? WTF?????? There's something kinda gooey and brown and...........HEY!!!! It's your chocolate cheescake tart! OOOHH, RH is in SO much trouble now!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I will punish him when he gets home. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

NOW

Crumbs...and she didn't kick me out (of the bed) either <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 06, 2005, 01:27 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I had told him that the more good I see in him, the more I realize what he has done to "keep" me, the uglier I feel. <hr /></blockquote>I understand, but what a grand gesture of love on his part, which means you are so worthy of it. He is good, a very good man, and he does want to keep you. What a blessing, what an honor for you.

You know what that says to me, you are worth it, you are a good woman. NOW, I adore you, through RH's eyes. I find you remarkable, and I'm a cyber friend, I can only imagine his depth of love and adoration for you IRL.

You are special, you are good, let him love you and show you. Feel your worth. Find your significance, don't be trapped.

People, like Water seeks its own level, I happen to think RH's level is quite high, therefore, you are way up their too.

Embrace his goodness, he is with you because you are good as well.

Wasn't me that took the cheesecake tarts. I don't like cheesecake or tarts. You know they put baby spit in cheesecake. It's why I won't eat it (that and the fact I don't like the taste).

KY....
You're so sweet, but the thing is, I don't kow that I should be looking to him or anyone else for my "worth"....I don't want to depend on ANYONE for validation. Yes, it's nice, but it can also get you into trouble, and if by chance it's taken away by the very person who validated you, then what's left?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm a cyber friend...People, like Water seeks its own level, I happen to think RH's level is quite high, therefore, you are way up their too. <hr /></blockquote>Thanks Jelly. That was nice of you to say. And NOW, it is true <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

NOW, I hear that and totally agree, all I'm saying is obviously you are worthy from my perspective because I think so highly of what's his name.

If you can get a man like that, than that says tons about you.

I can tell you all day how I think you are worthy, but you need to tell yourself and feel it within.

Jelly also said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Find your significance, don't be trapped. <hr /></blockquote>I think this is the part where you have to rely on yourself for your significance/worth. I mean it's ok to get some validation from others, but not all. Lead your life, lead your kids, do the best you can, make the best better AND be proud of yourself.

All you can do is all you can do.

You can't do more than that. And as long as you did all that you can, you can be proud of your effort.

Now I'm just rambling, but I do still love you.

KY,

I know you mean well, and your intention is to help me feel better, and I do appreciate that, so what I say next isn't meant to offend you or imply this is what you meant. It is what I "hear" inside myself:

By saying that I am worthy because you think highly of RH, what I "hear" is that I'm only worthy by default, by association. I know I need to believe I am worthy without needing someone to spend all day trying to convince me, but how?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />You know they put baby spit in cheesecake.<hr /></blockquote>Huh? Are you accusing ky of spitting in the cheesecake? That may be grounds for a lwasuit.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />thought maybe I should get a job so I would have an excuse to spend more time here...<hr /></blockquote>now, this is the funniest darn thing I have ever read in I-ville!!!!!! LMFAO!!!!
And RH, time to get those "jaws of life" and untrap now. (Oh, that's deep. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Oh, sorry....mornin' i-ville. still feelin like poop.Still don't think Ive broken fever--one more day limit for me, then dr time. problem is, with D(pia)D can't get any rest. (ie yesterday she was up for 15 hours, no nap; today she was raring to go at 700. like she KNOWS daddy needs rest!)

side note with the weather...didnt get our snow, BUT lots of ice--absolutely beauitful out!

LINY,

When I was a little girl, my sister told me there was baby spit in cheesecake so I wouldn't want to eat any.....more for her! I believed her, and never ever ate cheescake after that until a few years ago. I should thank her, because that stuff is SO fattening....she saved me a lot of calories over the years. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK, so is your sister fat?

I'm working on a reply, hang with me Please.

Liny, we have 5 inches, and it isn't suppose to stop snowing for hours. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

BTW, I love cheesecake.

I was a waitress in a posh tennis club in London a long time ago where the chef used to spit in the soup. Used to think it was funny, now the thought of it makes me gag. TT

LINY,

NO NO NO.....she's, what shall I say, here?....

Voluptuous.

"More" woman than me.

A Cupid.

A Renaissance era nude.

Not fat, no no no.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tummytuck,

ARE YOU SERIOUS? That's horrible! Why did he spit in the soup?????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Okay, let me quote a book, (The 5 Love Languages, by Gary Chapman) because I'm not saying this very well. I should really stick to humor, when will I learn?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

It has been observed that among our basic needs are the need for security, self-worth, and significance. Love, however, interfaces with all of those.

If I feel loved by my S, I can relax, knowing that my lover will do me no ill. I feel secure in his presence. I may face many uncertainties in my vocation. I may have enemies in other areas of my life, but with my S I feel secure.

My sense of self-worth is fed by the fact that my S loves me. After all, if he loves me, I must be worth loving. My parents may have given me negative or mixed messages about my worth, buy my S knows me as an adult and loves me. His love builds my self-esteem.

The need for significance is the emotional force behind much of our behavior. Life is driven by the desire for success. We want our lives to count for something. We have our own idea of what it means to be significant, and we work hard to reach our goals. Feeling loved by a S enhances our sense of significance. We reason, if someone loves me, I must have significance.

When my S lovingly invests time, energy, and effort in me, I believe that I am significant. Without love, I may spend a lifetime in search of significance, self-worth, and security. When I experience love, it impacts all of those needs positively. I am now freed to develop my potential. True love always liberates.

[ January 06, 2005, 08:55 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

KY: Curious, but what book was that from?

LOL, NOW.

Hmmm....pretty good advice, KY.
{handing over the mirror}

DD actually is sleeping, time for me to join her in lala land.

CYa later!

Just for fun...

check out www.cyborgname.com to find out what your name means, as a cyborg/robot.

For example, L.I.N.Y. stands for:

"Lifeform Intended for Nocturnal Yelling.

Do you think he'll be yelling in la-la land???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Goodnight Liny, I hope she sleeps for HOURS!!!

The 5 Love Languages, I will go back and edit it in. I guess I forgot.

KY

Thanks for taking the time to type all that out for me! I will definitely think about what it said. Still not sure I agree with it all, though. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Wish it was snowing here....it's too gloomy and dark because of all the RAIN we're getting! I guess we'll get our turn soon enough....just hoping it holds off until RH gets the snow-blower attached and the shed finished! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

See ya later!

good morning Iville. WElcome back NOW. Has RH been telling you my messages? Missed ya hon! Yes, you are a worthwhile woman. Jelly, you are AWESOME. I should take some of those words you said to NOW and memorize them.

Going to kill DS21 cuz he messed up my DSL big time. I am on dial up again. Getting ready to take DS6 to his therapy this morning and then off to work. Love you all and will try to catch up on the pages later.

{{{NOW}}}

Jelly, now i know why you are QUEEN <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning to RIF, FAA, RH, RIF, NIKKO and anyone else lurking out there.

Oh and Liny, sending antibiotics and chicken soup your way. Feel better sweetie.

FF,

Thanks! (((((FF)))))

Hey, what does that mean at the bottom of your posts:

"putting shoes on the words"???????????????

LINY,

Yeah, feel better soon.....and no spitting in my cheesecake until you're over this! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Okay, RH it's all your fault. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> I had to eat the rest of the cheesecake tarts. THey were tiny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I am not sharing with you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
NOW, LINY, FF and Jelly want some?

FA-A,

Yeah, I'll have some, thank you very much! I ain't afraid of no baby-spit! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NOW

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
 Morning to RIF, FAA, RH, RIF, NIKKO and anyone else lurking out there. <hr /></blockquote>That's two mornings in a row faith!

RIF get's 2, I gets none!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

making an entry in The Mayor's Journal...

i am now-----
N-networked
I-individual
K-keen on
K-killing and
O-observation

that is a little too close to home...LOL

morning i-ville

Nikko,

Do you kill and THEN observe, or do you observe first, then kill?

Hey everyone, if Nikko starts "lurking", watch your back! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

N.O.W. = Networked Obedient Worker

Well, duh, isn't that what a robot's for? LOL

Watch out Starz! Nikko's next in line for your job!

She could be our master spy!

- Kimmy-going-back-to-her-hole-humming-Mission-Impossible-theme-song

Robby,

Hey, uh, ummm....would you like some cheesecake?

NOW

Technician
Hardwired for
Exploration

Mechanical
Android
Yearning for
Observation and
Repair

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin Y'all!!

Wow, Cheesecake - Yah, I'll take some over here too, please - YUMMY!!! I've tried to convince my family that there really is nothing wrong with cheesecake, but the only taker is my son - he'll eat anything mom will...gotta love that kid!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> makes dad so mad - he eat tomatoes, and fried mushrooms, and loves "all that cr--" on his pizza!!! YEAH!!! Looks like his daddy, eats like me - least I did something right! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hope y'all are still doing OK! Can't believe it's after 11a.m. and I'm just getting in here -

NOW, I'm with you - I need another job too, so I'll have more MB time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (PS - I agree with KY...I think it shows an awesome courage for all of us to try and make our M's work after this kind of mountain to scale, and you are no exception to that...find yourself, and find the good in you...we see, you keep looking, and you'll see it too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Hey Mayor - I'm working on your questions from yesterday, I'll post 'em in a bit!
As for this:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> As for hope. I'm sure there is none. As for this being MB, you bring up a good point. My time here may be coming to and end. <hr /></blockquote>Your time is no more coming to an end here than anyone else's. Are you looking at being single for the rest of your life? (I think the next color after black is falling off, right? - least that's what happens when gange-green sets in, right? btw, eewwww!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) So, are there not good life building as well as marriage building lessons here for us all? Yah, I think so too! So, (Starz, steady, hold yer fire for the call) Mr. Mayor, we continue to need/desire/request your insight and feel your more than valuable to our little village. It does, after all, take a village, right? (OK, so I'm not fond of her either, but lets not go there right now!)

To the rest of Idiotville, HEY!!!

PS - Kiwi - just go to your profile and mark "hide from recent visitors" then it wont show you on any thread! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Quote for today:
He who laughs - lasts.
~Wilferd A. Peterson

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NotOnlyWords:
 would you like some cheesecake?
<hr /></blockquote>No cheesecake for me, thank you.

I'm trying to watch my girlish figure! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

My dresses are all a bit tight after the holidays!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jelly, you would want to borrow them?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby,

Does that mean YOU are in need of repair or are you yearning to repair something else???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:
 I think the next color after black is falling off, right? <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

LMAO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby,

Please don't leave MB....it seems to me that MB in general, and Idiotville in particular, has come to be a place to nurture friendships and find love and support for ANYTHING you may face in your life, not just marriage or a lack thereof.....
Having said that, I also know we all gotta do what is best for ourselves, and to those we love we have to give freedom....you'll have our blessing regardless of whether you stay or leave here.

Sorry, got mushy.

NOW

Who said I can't be FUnnY!!!!

Oh, here's mine:

Ytterbium
Lifeform

and/or

Lifelike
Electronic
Machine
Optimized for
Nullification
Digital
Artificial
Sabotage
Humanoid

OK, so I'm great for optimizing nullification, so is that like I don't matter, or I tell others they don't matter - UGH!!! Neither I hope!!

And, "Sabotage Humanoid" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Do you think I DO read too much into things and make my situation worse??!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> OMG, that one could be true! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm not going anywhere...

It was just a thought, not a good one, not my last!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I am getting more and more frustrated with what I call FOGGY BSes elsewhere on the board.

There, I said it.

Robby,

Well, good. And join the club....oh, wait, you already did! It's called IDIOTVILLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You have proven yourself worthy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Not your last good thought or not your last thought?

Dinkus. Think I'd let you leave? You're chained to the mayor's desk. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I didn't even have to borry Jel's cuffs, had my own. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You have proven yourself worthy! <hr /></blockquote>handing NOW the mirror. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, you know "they" read us, with that comment Justuss will be on double duty.

What's a "foggy BS?"
I'm lost on that one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
Been away too long, maybe?

He can't leave, I'll close the thread.

Can you close a thread due to temper tantrum??

Yeah, it was last time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I'm CRAZY with POWER!!!!!

bwaaaahahahahhahahha

wanna know a secret---even worse than me lurking.........

MY HUSBAND SIGNED UP AND IS LURKING!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What "they"?? I think he was talking about me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

After Jelly, it's all about ME, right!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Journeying
Upgraded
Soldier
Trained for
Utility and
Scientific
Sabatoge

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NotOnlyWords:
 What's a "foggy BS?"
<hr /></blockquote>Functional
Organism
Generated for
Galactic
Yelling

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby,

LMAO!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Nikko, and Hubby like to watch, hmmm, that's interesting!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Happy New Year to NCW & RAP!!!

Havenâ€™t seen you in a while but think about you both a lot.

Praying you are doing well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm cool.

Device
Optimized for
Battle and
Intensive
Exploration

Robby - You know we shoot deserters, right?

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> handing NOW the mirror. <hr /></blockquote>You've also passed that mirror around before. What do you mean when you say that?

heeheehee - Just turned around and realized that my little one was peeling the last of the paper off her crayons (I got onto her for that yesterday, cuz they break easier w/o the paper) anyway,

I said "Jessi, why are you peeling the paper from your crayons? I told you yesterday I don't want you to do that."

She said "I have to Mommy! They're hot in their paper!"

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Got a smart one, I do!!!

RH
She means that the statement in quotes applies as much to the person who said it as to whom it was said to....confused yet?

See ya soon! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 Wasn't me that took the cheesecake tarts. I don't like cheesecake or tarts. You know they put baby spit in cheesecake. It's why I won't eat it (that and the fact I don't like the taste). <hr /></blockquote>Here I am thinking, "I share drinks with my one year old, so I ingest baby spit all the time." Then it dawned on me that spit may not be the exact name of the substance.

YL,

That is sooooo cute!!!
Hey, I have to go....I think my crayons are getting hot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 Here I am thinking, "I share drinks with my one year old, so I ingest baby spit all the time." Then it dawned on me that spit may not be the exact name of the substance. <hr /></blockquote>Dobie made a funny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LMAO!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

got it

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> After Jelly, it's all about ME, right!! <hr /></blockquote>Yes, but only briefly, then it is straight back to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, enough about me, what do you think of me???

OH, NOW!! I LOVE that movie, and especially the little people!!

At my old job, when things would get really tense and people would start getting at each other, I'd start singing the Mr. Roger's Neighborhood song...

And whenever I had to go for one of the "big" meetings (I was asst. Construction Mgr, and exec. sec. for the GM) I'd break into "We're off to see the Wizard..." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Silly, but effective~!

Dobie,

Yeah, that's what's called "backwash"....it's much better than spit! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Kyellow,

What do YOU think you think of me????? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Just doing my job. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

NOW, you know that just really confussed all the guys, don't you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

YL,

Yeah!!!! And whenever someone is being a wee bit "nasty", you just softly hum the tune they always play when the wicked witch of the west appears! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Happy New Year to NCW & RAP!!!
<hr /></blockquote>I literally just got off the phone with RAP not more than 30 min ago!! (with just a quick hi to NCW who was there too.) They are doing pretty good. I'll be sure to tell them you mentioned them. i miss them here too. i happen to know their computer at home is back up and running so maybe we will hear from them.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> She said "I have to Mommy! They're hot in their paper!" <hr /></blockquote>taht is ADORABLE!!!!

HI NOW!!

ok, HI to the rest of you too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> NOW, you know that just really confussed all the guys, don't you. [Wink] <hr /></blockquote>That's what I live for. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Dobie - My little ones taught me NOT to share with anyone!!

Even with the older ones - if they want my drink, let me have one last sip, they can have it - after they get it, I don't want it back, sorry!

As for the spitting thing - I once dated a guy that "chef'd" for Golden Coral (this was before they went to mostly buffett style)- he said they use to HATE to re-cook something, and those were the one's they'd spit on - said a steak sizzles more when there's spit on it - all I can say is "YUCK!!!" and, "Yup, that's just the way I like it, no need to send it back, my compliments to the chef!" (even if it is still moo-ing!) I'll eat the rest of my meal, and take it home and cook it myself!! did I say EEEWWWW!!!! yet?!!

YUCK, i am NEVER going to eat at another restraunt for the rest of my life.

that ought to get me to lose this weight i have been not able to lose yet!!

One of my Mom's just called to check on their kids, she said, so did they have school, I said, no and it is a good thing, because all the rest of the kids were going to skip even if they did. She laughed and said, that would have crushed them, I told her, not to worry I all ready made the executive decision to keep them home too. J/K

I told her we are going out to snowmobile, she said, nice to know I pay you to play in the snow.

I LOVE MY JOB!!!!!!

Time to play....

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> NOW said:
YL,

Yeah!!!! And whenever someone is being a wee bit "nasty", you just softly hum the tune they always play when the wicked witch of the west appears!
<hr /></blockquote>You weren't in my office, WERE YOU!!!????!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

The whole Oz thing reminds me of one of the more mortifying moments in my life. I was in a weird mood and humming the Yellow Brick Road song while getting some supplies at work. Walked out of the supply closet and darned near ran over a midget.

Well, KY, now that you've asked....

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I think your the BOMB!!!! THE QUEEN!!!! You ROCK!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Have none of you seen Fight Club??

What, did you think they made all that up?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

i have not seen the fight club. i have seen wizzard of oz

and why isn't anyone talking to me!!!! me, me, me

Dobie,

OMG! Seriously?????

KY,

Lucky, lucky, lucky!!!! How many inches do you have now? And you get to PLAY in it? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I think RH is rubbing off on me.

NO!!! NOT LITERALLY! At least, well, not this minute. Geesh, I better shut up, seeing as how everyone has their mind in the gutter! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FL,

The rest of you skip this post!!

In Fight Club they got jobs as waiters and did really disgusting things to the food.

Good movie but twisted. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The whole Oz thing reminds me of one of the more mortifying moments in my life. I was in a weird mood and humming the Yellow Brick Road song while getting some supplies at work. Walked out of the supply closet and darned near ran over a midget. <hr /></blockquote>LOLPMP

Thanks YL. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dobie back in Sept I was in a wedding, all of us girls were in the bathroom, had waaaaay too much to drink, huge hotel, 7 other receptions going on. One of the girls says to another, OMG, why are you all red, the girl replies, it is an Irish tan, another girl walks out and says, and Oriental tan????? I died laughing and said, does she look Oriental to you??? (she was the whitest girl ever) as I'm speaking, an oriental mother with her two daughters walks in, from one of the other weddings. I DIED!!! What are the odds???

FL -

I have not seen Fight Club either. What is Robby talking about???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> and why isn't anyone talking to me!!!! me, me, me
<hr /></blockquote>FL, get in line sister

NOW, 6 inches.

Oh wait, was you talking snow, or ST??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby, nothing wrong with some extra protein. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

HI Robby, you talking to me??

(i'm afraid everyone thinks i was trying to run you out of i'ville or something and is not talking to me)

well, either that or cuz i vanish too quickly

HI NOW!! did robby say something?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Oh wait, was you talking snow, or ST??? [Embarrassed] [Eek!]
<hr /></blockquote>Ummmm............yes!

Now go play. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Finally - I'm talkin to you - you talkin to me??!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

No, R - haven't seen "Fight Club" (I don't think) - what's it about?

Dobie - that's about as bad as a convo I had with my H a couple weeks ago, on 2-way radio...I'm now paranoid to even talk on it to him...I was going on about how being back at work kindof sucked because of the changes and the extra work, not to mention the end of year stuff...so I finally get done, and he doesn't respond right away, then the phone beeps, and it sounded like he said "Yah" so I said "Alright, I'll talk to you later, Love you, Bye" And my boss's wife says "I love you too, thanks!!" OMG, I could have died - somehow, after I let go of the button, and before H could chime back in, she broke the link, so THANK YOU GOD!!! all she heard was the last "ILY" part, but OH MAN am I chicken to say ANYTHING on it now!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

FL -

Robby who???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by YL:

No, R - haven't seen "Fight Club" (I don't think) - what's it about?
<hr /></blockquote>Plot summary for Fight Club

You're young. You have an easy, well-paid deskjob. You have a condo, Swedish furniture, artistic coffee tables and a fridge full of condiments. Yet you feel emotionally and spiritually empty. You eventually find comfort in going to support groups for lukemia and cancer victims when there's nothing wrong with you until they're hijacked from you by another faker. Then you meet Tyler Durden, a man that shows you that not only can you live without material needs but that self-destruction, the collapse of society and making dynamite from soap might not be such a bad idea either.

[ January 06, 2005, 11:37 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

OH! Sorry I asked! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Sounds like something H would enjoy though -

We watched a 1987 movie last evening "Suspect" - only caught the middle and end, but it seemed like a good movie, even if Cher was in it - at least she had on clothes and did a decent acting job! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

HI YL!!

NOW, i don't know any robby

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
NOW, i don't know any robby <hr /></blockquote>Not any more!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

robby, i thought you were turning black not red.

ok, i admit it, i know a robby. don't know how old he is though.

i have a question for you all, since you are all idiots here, maybe you can help me figure this one out...

Robby â€“
OK, hereâ€™s the post I promisedâ€¦Yesterday, you asked if (implied that) since I (we) chose reconciliation and rebuilding of our marriage, does the new â€œpainâ€ we feel now seem self-inflicted? Well, Iâ€™d have to say that to me, the pain is no more self-inflicted than the pain experienced at child-birthâ€¦I didnâ€™t exactly enter that situation with the idea that hey, this is gonna hurt. However, yah, I guess from some outside-looking-in-point (wherever that point might be?) it may seem self-inflicted. After all, wouldnâ€™t the â€œeasyâ€ thing be to cut all ties and walk away? But, to me, thatâ€™s like saying â€œOK, somebody broke into my house and stole my favorite whatever, so, rather than fight to get it back from them, they can just keep it and Iâ€™ll do without.â€ Thatâ€™s not gonna happen IRL, and it usually doesnâ€™t happen in M either. Is the pain any â€œDullerâ€ or â€œdifferent than the old painâ€? to me, not reallyâ€¦as Bob said yesterday, Pain is pain. Everybody has a different threshold and what I can take you might not be able to and vice-versa. Does it give me a focus, H!!! yah! H and I had a convo on those lines just last night â€“ that sometimes I feel like I have to try twice as hard to make sure he stays â€œinterestedâ€â€¦I told him it puts a lot of pressure on me, because I feel like I have to validate both of usâ€¦Iâ€™m content, but he doesnâ€™t understand how that can beâ€¦go figure!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Anyway, focus? Yes, and it gives us both a goal to keep each other excited and make things new, now knowing that falling could happen to either one of us. (Somehow, H had it that he was "exempt" because his first W cheated on him, so he "knew how it felt" and "would NEVER do that" - be careful what you say "Never" to!!)

As for a new beginning, yah, itâ€™s a new beginning for my sitch â€“ we donâ€™t even try to talk about the last 3-4 years â€“ itâ€™s as though they never happened â€“ we donâ€™t/canâ€™t revisit anything done within that time, because it suddenly floods memories of the Dday this past summer. BUT, I see that easing with timeâ€¦kindof like the way a woman eventually â€œforgetsâ€ the actual pain associated with childbirthâ€¦you donâ€™t forget the event, just the pain involved. And, you donâ€™t really forget the pain, itâ€™s just not as hurtful to remember, does that make sense at all?

Recovery is definitely a process, and it does have itâ€™s own ups and downs, just as you said, but itâ€™s a ride Iâ€™m willing to be on. I donâ€™t blame or look-down-at anyone who is not able or even willing to go this route with meâ€¦as I said, everyone has their own level of what theyâ€™ll take. But, as I said (to LemmonMan the other night), my limit is here, another A would be a deal breaker for meâ€¦and honestly, if that happened, my attitude about this whole statement I just made would change, and suddenly, I probably would say I did it to myself. But, for now, Iâ€™m looking to the positive, taking it one day at a time, and counting my blessings while I go.

Another blessing might would have been to start fresh with someone who knew nothing of the events, a clean slate, if you willâ€¦See what you have to look forward to? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> You already know how to Plan A you tushie off, the next lucky lady will be just that, lucky! And, as for your W, well, whoâ€™s to say it wonâ€™t be her? People change, and (imo) time really does heal all wounds.

SIGH!! OK, enough seriousness for now - didn't you read my quote today? He who laughs - lasts!!!! (PS by Wilferd A. Peterson)

In some weird, sick, twisted way, I think we all need each other! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OK, Finally - I'm game, SHOOT!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
 i have a question for you all, since you are all idiots here, maybe you can help me figure this one out... <hr /></blockquote>Are we supposed to figure out what the question is? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dobie

For those who take life too seriously

1. Save the whales. Collect the whole set.
2. A day without sunshine is like, night.
3. On the other hand, you have different fingers.
4. I just got lost in thought. It was unfamiliar territory.
5. 42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.
6. 99 percent of lawyers give the rest a bad name.
7. I feel like I'm diagonally parked in a parallel universe.
8. Honk if you love peace and quiet.
9. Remember, half the people you know are below average.
10. He who laughs last thinks slowest.
11. Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.
12. The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.
13. Support bacteria. They're the only culture some people have.
14. A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.
15. Change is inevitable, except from vending machines.
16. Get a new car for your spouse. It'll be a great trade!
17. Plan to be spontaneous tomorrow.
18. If you think nobody cares, try missing a couple of payments.
19. How many of you believe in telekinesis? Raise my hand...
20. OK, so what's the speed of dark?
21. How do you tell when you're out of invisible ink?
22. When everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.
23. Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.
24. Everyone has a photographic memory; some just don't have film.
25. If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends?
26. Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines.
27. What happens if you get scared half to death twice?
28. I used to have an open mind but my brains kept falling out.
29. They couldn't repair my brakes, so they made my horn louder.
30. Inside every older person is a younger person wondering "What the hell happened?"

why would a person whose life almost got completely destroyed by the internet think that chatting or playing online could still be ok?

I have opposing theories on that, Finally.

1. Complete and utter denial!

2. I think it's more a matter of behavior than situation. Getting too personal and intimate with people in any context where you have to keep it secret from your spouse is a very bad idea. But the internet itself isn't the problem, it's the behavior. When I consider the multitude of situations that lead to affairs, most of them are hard or impossible to avoid. Work, church, neighbors, etc. The internet just tends to give the illusion of anonymity that tends to make people open up too quickly with strangers. If awareness is in place, good boundaries erected, and complete honesty is practiced with your spouse, the danger of getting involved in an online affair should no longer be an issue.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
 why would a person whose life almost got completely destroyed by the internet think that chatting or playing online could still be ok? <hr /></blockquote>Qualify this first...

Are you counting MB?

no i am not counting MB

Finally said: why would a person whose life almost got completely destroyed by the internet think that chatting or playing online could still be ok?

Maybe because it's not the "internet" that was the thing that was bad, but where within the "internet" they went.

disclaimer: for the purpose of this post, "you" means the wayward person...

Suppose you met OP at work - is "work" now a bad/wrong place to be?

How about if you met them at a restaurant...does that mean you can no longer go out to eat?

Or, what about the ones who met OP at their church/church function - should they no longer go to church?

I think it's all relative...you wouldn't stop working and go on welfare just because you met OP at work - you might change jobs...you might choose other places to have lunch/dinner...you may even find another place of worship...just as you should find other places to be on the internet...you might put up a block for certain sites, you might even totally avoid certain searches all-together, you might even choose to only go to the internet when your S is there to help monitor your behavior.

Basically what I'm saying is that no "place" is safe, yet that doesn't mean that everywhere is "bad" either...Only you know your limits, your boundaries, and your weaknesses...therefore, only you can decide which things should be laid aside, and which can just be modified.

OK, just my opinion...
NEXT!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FL,

I want to give you my opinion but I don't have enough time right now to devote to a thoughtful answer.

Attached, please find your rain check. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'll be back! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yes, I wondered that. Are you counting MB?

Cos I find I think about you guys when I'm not on the computer and I think that's sort of weird because seriously I really don't know any of you at all - you're words on a page and pictures of some of you.

But I feel I know you all very well. My son met some of the people he talked to online and was blown away by how different they were in real life. (Not in a good way).

I'm not meaning to be insenstive BTW FL. I can see how it's only too easy to get to "know" people on line.

Jen

hiya all...dr's appt tomm at 12--not going in 2nite...brown and i had a huge fight over something stupid...dr's office are a bunch of whackos and stupid, nonetheless and robby edited hi post. here's the proof, i am AG, ya know.
<blockquote>quote:<hr />[ January 06, 2005, 11:37 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]<hr /></blockquote>Guess since the thred has ben going so well today, now that im on, i'll kill it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Me too, Kiwi!!!

I deleted it before I hit "add reply", but the last lines of my post was actually this:

"As for me, I'm addicted to this stupid thread!! If anything on the internet could interfere with my marriage, on my part, it would be this site, and the time it (could/can) take away from my S and M."

I too think about the people here, probably too much! I pray for you all! I even tend to feel offended when someone says they don't like "us" here at Idiotville - they don't even know me, so 1. how can they have that opinion?? and b. why do I care?? And, I feel real sadness when someone tells their sitch, or something that happened to them, etc.

And, you are too right, it is easy to open up to a bunch of total strangers...confession - I was really nervous about e-mailing Jelly, because I was afraid she might not be IRL who she is here, and I didn't really want to blow the image I had of her from here, and vice-versa!

Oh such tangled webs we weave!!

BTW - HEY KIWI!!! How'd ya sleep? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's ok LINY I'll kill it for you.

I made the mistake of posting outside I'ville yesterday. I thought it was quite well thought out and meant something but, apparently not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Don't forget that married couples do have fights anyway, that aren't A related or anything related - just the result of 2 people living together.

I'm having real problems with conflict avoidance at the moment. Rob and I have gone back to talking about the weather and work. I tried to say this morning something about him not kissing me during SF and he turned it around to the fact that I wasn't being very affectionate lately and spending all my time on the computer.

So I did my usual flirt with him like mad thing to take his mind off it all and subject was dropped. Not good.

Jen

hi liyn!!

no, i am not counting MB, not at all.

dobie, your posts hits the nail on the head completely.... <blockquote>quote:<hr /> If awareness is in place, good boundaries erected, and complete honesty is practiced with your spouse, the danger of getting involved in an online affair should no longer be an issue.
<hr /></blockquote>i guess my question was a bit off...

why would someone who's marriage was almost completely destroyed due to lies ever act otherwise again?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> not kissing me during SF <hr /></blockquote>i really hate that!!!!

Oh Jen, not to be mean, but that's kind of comical in a coincidental (?sp) way!! H and I have been "discussing" my not wanting a lot of kissing...sorry, I know, too much info, but thought that was just plain odd!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny - don't worry, you won't kill the thread...happens to us all! Hope you feel better soon!

And, I 2nd what Kiwi said, I told my H after the last little tift that it's not normal NOT to have a "heated discussion" at some time or another - after all, if we didn't, then that'd mean someone was doing way too much brown-nosing and that'd be worse on our M.

FL, I wouldn't act that way ever again. My life is now an open book to Rob.

My A sitch was different from most people's here because it wasn't the result of "meeting" someone - it was being approached from someone from my past and I had NO boundaries in place whatsoever for a situation like that.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />i really hate that!!!!
<hr /></blockquote>Not me. But it depends. Sometimes "just cut that sh*t out and get'er done" hits the nail on the head.

(snort)

something must be wrong with me, i can't ever seem to get enough

D-
ME TOO, SISTER, me too!!!

And Jen - some of my BEST friends I've made on the internet. I met The Mommies online 6 years ago! I love them and their children like they are part of my family.

Gosh, we're all replying to about 4 different posts at once. LOL.

This is my last post for a while as I'm going to be late for work if I don't get off the computer soon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

BTW the not kissing is not A related. It's been a pet peeve of mine for YEARS.

Now I've REALLY gotta go. See you all later - although I'd like to just stick around and talk this morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

that talk yesterday about glad when the flow comes because it lets you have a break. i don't even want to break then, i still want to do stuff even if it is just to him.

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i really hate that!!!!

I am a bigger fan of kissing than SF to be honest !But kissing DURING Sf is kinda hard for us, I'm a six footer and Squid is 5'3".

The top of the head is do-able, but lips are too far away without a constricting contortion !

When thoughts of cricket aren;t keeping those "vinegar strokes" at bay, a stop to kiss is a lovely way to stop the saucepan from boiling over. We both LIKE that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

ok, small trigger..OM was a dwarf - a inch taller than squid. I bet THEY kssed during SF. bast@rd.

Yeah but she LOVEs me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Ya. Me too. I thought I was the only deviant. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

You guys are crackin me up!!

I've got to leave, too, gotta get boss's son from school - missed his ride!

Bob - don't despair - H is 6'2, I'm 5'7, not a lot of difference, but it's enough! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

D - I think that, and say that quite often...matter of fact even told him, look, you've never wanted to kiss during before, and now for about 6 mo you want to - it took me 8 years to get use to not doing it...well, we're not doing it, or I'm not doing IT! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> Then I said, would you just shut-up and get busy!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ok, I'll catch up with y'all later, gotta go to hickville to get a check after I drop that kid off!

G'day Y'all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />i still want to do stuff even if it is just to him.<hr /></blockquote>WILL YA TALK TO BROWN, PLEASE?!?!?!

de, ya had me LOL. Like both sides of the coin, though.

FL...gonna try to make sense (which is difficult under normal circumstances...)

Not sure who said, it, but the main thing is the behaviour part of it. However, it might be difficult for me, IMHO, to put myself into a compromising position again, knowing, this is as you say, where the downfall started.

Wow, I actually *can* have short answers! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

DD laying down again--maybe she'll take another nap. Woohoo!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />gotta go to hickville <hr /></blockquote>We actually have a town named Hicksville here on the Island! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

LINY - Go drink a TheraFlu and have Brown pick up some Halls Multiblend with C, Echinacea and Zinc!

I'm never like this. If I miss one day of work, it's alot, so this is the real deal. I really dont know what it is...dont think its the flu cause im not achy...just worn and cant break this fever. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I told her we are going out to snowmobile, she said, nice to know I pay you to play in the snow.

I LOVE MY JOB! <hr /></blockquote>Well, even if it is a poverty type job, at least you love it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Wow, I actually *can* have short, non funny answers! <hr /></blockquote>Yup, that's all I got from all that stuff I just read. Pathetic, I'll admit it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

YL, Jen, FL, Kimmy, I feel so darn attached to you all, the entire gang, I think about you guys all the time. I miss you when you are not here, or I am not, and I pray for you all the time too. Friendship, love, addiction, whatever it is, I'm hooked. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

LINY said dont think its the flu cause im not achy

Men never have colds or the flu LINY. Its always MUCH more serious than that ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hope you feel better soon kidder.

Remember to cough snot in the boys' coke cans. Their illness might cheer you up a bit <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RH, I sooooo don't do this for the money. I seriously wouldn't charge any of my mothers, if ST would let me get away with it.

I love these kids, I don't ever want them to leave my house. The money is for ST, I do this to fill my life with joy, and stay home with my boys and take care of my house and husband.

Dobie said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> What happens if you get scared half to death twice? <hr /></blockquote>Half of one is 0.5

Half of 0.5 is 0.25

Half of 0.25 is 0.125

Ok, see the trend? There will always be a 1/2 left so you can never die.

hahahahahahha

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Men never have colds or the flu LINY. Its always MUCH more serious than that ! <hr /></blockquote>So darn true, LOL, my ST is the WORST!!!

He got soap in his eye one day in the shower, he was screaming, KRIS, my eye, I ran in, he had jumped out, screaming and carrying on, this is what he said, ready,

"I think I have a steal chip in my eye."

Um, no, that would be soap honey. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

YL said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> "As for me, I'm addicted to this stupid thread!! If anything on the internet could interfere with my marriage, on my part, it would be this site, and the time it (could/can) take away from my S and M." <hr /></blockquote>Me too. And work, if that new job comes through? I may only be able to spend evenings here and well, I have to spend time with NOW sometime....

(thinking out loud is not good, luckily I'm at home and only the dog can hear me)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> i still want to do stuff even if it is just to him.

WILL YA TALK TO BROWN, PLEASE?!?!?! <hr /></blockquote>And NOW.

ST and I have a perfect balance, he loves to receive and I love to give. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> We actually have a town named Hicksville here on the Island! <hr /></blockquote>And it's right next to Farmingdale said the sarcastic farmer.

(Actually it is, right?)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Remember to cough snot in the boys' coke cans. Their illness might cheer you up a bit <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Or just spit in their cheesecake!

Really, though, I am not like this, not one to complain. I feel like a big baby the last few days. And I get VERY cranky. Oh well...

Not right next to, but pretty close. Oh, the originality of some people! Make's one wonder--nah, not really--what they were thinking of in PA: Intercourse!

LINY: Hope you're feeling better soon.

Bob: Have a safe trip!

Girls: Keep your hormones to a functional level till the husband gets home or at least is able to give you what you need.

Guess I'll go work on the shed for an hour. At least I'll be out of the rain. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ January 06, 2005, 02:13 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

And when you're finished? Paradise...

ok, I'll make like LINY and say I really have to go now.

L8r

Liny, Liny, Liny - RH and I have already DONE the Intercourse joke. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hee hee I'm at work posting. So shoot me.

I managed to get everyone here talking about SF. I haven't managed that in a LONG time.

Judging by the posts <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I'm going to have to give up my "nympho of Idiotville" title. Not without a fight though girls. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

Hey Ky, you suck! (Was gonna give ya the quote that went along with it, but, uh, duh, you figure it out.! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Have ":fun" rh..just waitin til brown gets home so i can go to sleep.

LINY, ALL men are like "that" when they're sick. Duh!

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> That's two mornings in a row faith!

RIF get's 2, I gets none!!

making an entry in The Mayor's Journal...

<hr /></blockquote>Bowing down to your greatness oh Robby13,Mayor of Idiotville, Sir Robby Duke of Iville (does that make up for it?) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

LOL FF.

RH I read your previous post saying "and NOW" meaning "right this minute" instead of our NOW.

LOL.

Jen

well . and whoever's left...brown wil be home in afew..am so tired...probably calling in in I-ville as well 2nite, so you gotta hold the fort.

Nite all.

Ok, I'm back! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And FL changed her question!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Oh Well!

I'm not know for my advice anyway!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

At least I missed Liny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

** whew!! **

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

DETROIT - The sign on the toilet brush says it best: "Do not use for personal hygiene."

That admonition was the winner of an anti-lawsuit group's contest for the wackiest consumer warning label of the year.

The sponsor, Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch, says the goal is "to reveal how lawsuits, and concern about lawsuits, have created a need for common sense warnings on products."

The $500 first prize went to Ed Gyetvai, of Oldcastle, Ontario, who submitted the toilet-brush label. A $250 second prize went to Matt Johnson, of Naperville, Ill., for a label on a children's scooter that said, "This product moves when used."

A $100 third prize went to Ann Marie Taylor, of Camden, S.C., who submitted a warning from a digital thermometer that said, "Once used rectally, the thermometer should not be used orally."

Quietly sneaking in to edit that perversity, not very quick, because I got kicked off, but luckily nobody has seen it, they are all gone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Who would write such a thing? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

[ January 06, 2005, 03:53 PM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Friendship, love, addiction, whatever it is, I'm hooked.

<hr /></blockquote>me too, Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Faith, where'd you come from?

(looking down, with halo hanging over my innocent little head.)

F.A.I.T.H.F.U.L.: Functional Artificial Infiltration and Troubleshooting Humanoid/Functional Upgraded Lifeform

Guess I am functional since it appears TWICE!

Oh and NOW, my sig line is from something YL said about needed to put shoes on the words. Since I AM faithful now, I am putting shoes on the words.

Hey Jelly,

Trying to read 10 long pages of posts! Haven't had much time to hang here. Really trying to work instead. Loved what you said to NOW this morning. And you call RIF mushy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I have come to think that for people to bear their naked emotional selves as almost everyone on here does takes a level of desperation and/or bravery. Perhaps that is why we all get along so well ?

I cannot imagine not liking an MBer in the flesh so to speak. Some cyber forums are conduits for fantasy, this one truly isn;t.

I can;t think of more that three or four posters here who present a diffrent persona than their own. That emotional nakedness sort of precludes bull.

IF me and Squid recover we'll go on a grand tour of the US meeting special MB friends and thats a promise. And I won't expect to be disappointed.

robby, your advice is still welcomed...

and to those husbands out there that think i should talk to their wives, i know you are just having some fun, but i am kinda bumming here now. why does it seem like my husband is so uninterested????? and this was the case before too. i have to wonder if it is my extra weight and if so, that should be so simple to solve, but i swear i am trying and i'm just not losing any weight! i don't like feeling like he could take it or leave it, or to be more exact, most likely prefers leaving it, until he gets to the point where he physically feels needy. i wish i could figure out how to turn down my desire level.

Faith, I'm a total mush, always!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bob & Squid, I'm preparing your room, right now. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and more importantly, how to not want to stray ever again!!!!!

now do you guys understand what my question was about this morning?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by FinallyLearning-T2M:
[QB
now do you guys understand what my question was about this morning? [/QB]<hr /></blockquote>Now I'm more confused than ever!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

That's okay though... it won't last long...

I've got IC tonight!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

T2M,

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> and more importantly, how to not want to stray ever again!!!!!

now do you guys understand what my question was about this morning <hr /></blockquote>Yes, perfectly. Look you need to give yourself more credit here (or less maybe) your H is probably just going through some stuff internally and is just not wanting to be that close right now. I haven't had SF since my dday almost 8 weeks ago. WHY?? Because my H is still processing his hurt and anger over my deception. We have come close a couple times recently but he keeps saying "not ready yet". Ok so I wait patiently and fine "other" ways to entertain myself. As for the temptation, there I think you need to give yourself some credit. You do have the strength, you have proven that recently. You don't need the attention of someone else to validate you. You can look at T2M in the mirror and be proud.

You know T2M, the main thing I learned from my A was that I have a lot to lose for being selfish. I now can tell when I am letting my fondness for someone get too strong and QUICKLY back off. I know the difference now between admiring someone's qualities or humor and liking them too much. Does that make sense? I have my own radar for my feelings and never really let myself cross those self imposed boundaries. Love ya T2M, please love yourself. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Well, I'm nearly packed and I'm off to get a couple of hours sleep before leavong for the airport for Vegas.

This will be a real test for NC I guess, and for the true strength of our recovery.
I'm leaving some homework for squid ( a chpt of HN/HN and a bit of torn asunder).

I can only pray that God maintain the care he shows them when I'm around in my absence and that He ensures Squid and the kids know I adore them.

Dunno when I'll be online in the next 9 or ten days folks so see you when I see you.

All blessings !

Take care Bob and I will be praying for safe travel for you and for God to protect your family in your absence.

FL said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> and to those husbands out there that think i should talk to their wives, i know you are just having some fun, but i am kinda bumming here now. why does it seem like my husband is so uninterested? <hr /></blockquote>I didn't mean for you to talk to NOW, nor did I mean to do it right now (KiWiJ). I was just wishing that NOW was more like that (more giving during that time of the month). Her response is I can't have any fun then, neither can you. Well, not really but sort of.

FL, I know the times many years ago when we were more active. It would wear me out and make me sore. Now I'm not saying that's the case with your H. I do know that when two spouse's have totally opposite sex drives it makes for more difficulties. The rollercoaster ride complicates things even more. Try to have patience. It takes different times to adjust. And if you get a chance pick up the book 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman. It will help you to learn your H's language.

{{{{{FL}}}}}}

As for not straying? You love your H and you know the hE// you've both been through recently. Focus your energies elsewhere (workouts, reading, doing something to take your mind off it, etc.). Plus, and I know it's not the same, but as Dealen-de said, you are the "Master of your domain." You can always take the situation into your own hands...not trying to be crude, but to show you some options.

Best of luck and hugz to you. And remember, we're here to support you.

faith and RH, thanks, that is exactly the kind of stuff i need to hear right now. RH, i know you were teasing when you said talk to NOW. i don't think soreness is a problem, nor is it about the A's, although maybe that is part of it, i think the real point is i really need to talk to him. not with the intent to ask him to behave differently, but just to get it off my chest. part of it is i just don't really know how he feels about it. i know he does not initiate often, but does he mind when i do ever? would he if i initiated it every night? the hardest part is going to bed and just not knowing what he wants. i was thinking of asking him if we could work out a signal. if he wants to just cuddle, wear something, if he is open to activity don't. is that weird? will the concept rub him the wrong way for any reason. i think just knowing where he is standing each night as we go to bed would be a help. i don't like taking matters into my own hands anymore. i don't mind waiting for good nights. i think the really unsettling part is just not knowing. i mean if too much time passed, i would start to get more impatient, but i could deal with it better if i just knew what he wanted. ok, and if sometimes he was the one to initiate. and if sometimes it included kissing.

i am talking way too much here, i know, but i really need to right now. thanks.

T2M - Hi there! RH is soooooooo right about the opposite sex drive. *WE* knew it so well. I kept saying 'its not you!' and you know what it wasn't him. It was old fashioned 'depression' and the further I got into 'depression' the worse it got. I 'felt' better after some meds and then we were both on different shifts (and this was pre-A). I'd say 'taking matters into your own hands' sounds like a game plan - heck trying doing it right in front of your H (it may inspire him).

Bob - safe trip (I didn't know you were going anywhere, but that's ok).

KY - you mushy?!?!? never - well never too mushy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> How are ya hon?

I'm gonna try a nd be on for a little well tonight. LINY is atying home b/c he's not feeling too good. That's says alot b/c in 13 years the man just doesn't really take off from work b/c he's sick (I'm feeling alittle helpless b/c I can't help him feel better and he's cranky too).

(Robby - I hope IC goes well)

*I'm with the crankiest H ever ever. I can't do anything right for him. I told the girls to go up stairs and let him sleep and now he just went upstairs, came back down sayinfg how he can't get any sleep. URGH!!!!!*

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[ January 06, 2005, 05:32 PM: Message edited by: brown ]

oh yeah, and i do have that book you mentioned. i will DEFINITELY be reading it tonight after kids go to bed, he is going out tonight. he has not had a chance to do that for a while. i have no problem with him going, and i'm certainly NOT going to ask him not to cuz i am feeling a bit shakey. thanks again.

Well I sort of know where you are coming from T2M. My libido is far higher than my H's at this point. I am close to your age so maybe that is why? I would want to every night if he let me. We rarely kiss and he rarely initiates. I finally asked him (this was before dday) if he minded me asking all the time and he said no, he is flattered just not all that interested. Some days that is hard because I get my feelings hurt at times when he turns me down. Lately cuddling is all I get. ASk, don't conflict avoid! He is your H, you should be ok asking. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

hi brown, and thanks to you too. sorry liyn is feeling so yucky. you could always knock him on the head so he "falls asleep". problem solved, he gets his rest, you get some peace. ok, so he may have a bump to deal with in the morning but there is a cost for everything.

maybe i'll be on tonight too. maybe i'll lock myself out of the office so i cannot go anywhere near it. not to avoid MB but to avoid other places.

Hi Brown, sorry about the crank err Liny not feeling well. Good to see you post though.

Oh hope it is not TMI, but that suggestion Brown had T2M? Well that is as far we go these days but it helps to have some intimacy and I know he ummm enjoys it. OMGosh too much info! Is there an emoticon for red faced???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

T2M - believe me I already thought about it and I even offered him a "pill". I really have never seen him like this. (I mean he gets cranky all the time - not from not feeling well)

And I understand about the 'office' too. Hang in there - just talk to us idiots if you have to <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey what's a little talk among us girls (and guys - if they're lurking) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Isn't that how we learn about "things"?!?!? B/c we ... hum .... "talk" ????

T2M,

This quote made me think of you. It is from the book the Search for Signifigance. Can't remember the author.

"Because of Christ and his redemption, I am completely forgiven and fully pleasing to God. I am totally accepted by God."

FL you said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> i was thinking of asking him <hr /></blockquote>I think that's a great idea. I know there are times that I'm afraid to talk to NOW (like the time before X-mas when OM's W called to talk about the waving). I came on here and brought up the question rather than talk to NOW because I didn't want to deal with it.

I know what it's like to get turned down and that sucks. I can't imagine that it's any easier for a spouse of the opposite sex. It's just so ego deflating. I mean before dday, it was so bad that I just took want I wanted because there seemed to be so little given (of course that was a two way street). Give him time and learn to "speak his love language" and I'm sure that you two will make it.

{{{{{FL}}}}}

Hi Brown!

Hi Faith!

Logging out now. Peace to all. I'll check in with you tomorrow.

Ok, you're up Night Shift <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh sure RH say hi and run (hehehehe)

I'm only responsing so you won't kill the thread <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I hope you and NOW are doing good.

Now, where is Mr RIF ... I haven't written to him since he got back (I hope the R&R was wonderful <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Hi Brown - Good to see you here. I miss talking to you, although LINY keeps us updated. Sorry he is feeling so sick - men are a pain in the a when they are sick. We women continue to take care of kids, do the house, etc. Men completely fall apart and whine.

Hey FL - How's it going? I've given up on trying to keep up with all of the new pages...

Hey FF - Hope all is going well with you too!

Brown! Good to see you again... R&R was great! How are you and LINY doing? You guys are going to have good days and 'bad' days... so don't get discouraged!!!

Hey RH - How are you doing this eveing?

Hey Beliver - I'm not a whiner.... at least over here I'm not! But when I'm home and I get sick, I love it when my W babies me... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

hi all, thanks brown, faith and RH for the posts. unfortunately hubby is in a terrible mood, i don't know why, good thing he is going out tonight. i have asked him if i could do anything for him he said no, he said he was just frustrated with his new computer, guess he was trying to do something while i was tutoring. and then the session went late cuz finals is coming and this girl is so behind. i usually tutor her sister, this is only my second time with her. H was not happy i let it go past an hour cuz dinner was delayed. my daughter is in a mega cranky mood too and she does not seem to want me to help her in any way either.

i'm going to go some work now that i brought home from the office. i'm sure i'll be back

RIF -

Glad to hear from you again. Yes, I baby my sons when they are sick, and used to baby WH. What's up with that? Must be a female thing. Glad you had a nice R&R at home. Hopefully the remaining time will go fast.

Hey, where are all of the other night-shifters???

(Didn't want you to be a thread killer Believer! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

I'm here RIF, you big damned hero.

GC

Evening believer, RIF FL2TM.

I HATE January! EVERYBODY is in the dumps. Including me. I am on pins and needles as it is a week til I move back to VIctoria. I have to call the XO on Monday. I called yesterday and of course the military don't think this is a crisis at all so have decided to hurry up and wait until XO returns. He knew about my complaint on the 22 Dec but not urgent enough <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> Sure WH and OW spent NY eve together while DD waited up for WH to arrive home. After he promised he would be home after dinner. Oh yeah, dinner and a party that ended at almost 2 am.

Okay wrong thread. No more venting! Sorry.

Hi everyone. Breathe, Breathe. (Muttering away)

F-Again - Don't worry about bringing this thread down. Everyone is down this time of year anyway.

{{{believer}}} You always get me grounded again. Thanks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I ti shorrible here. I am all alone sitting ina house with no TV as cable is cut off, the phone is off too but I have a cell and my lovely computer so I can at least talk here.

I am achy all over. DOn't know if yu read the my thread where I smacked WH HARD on NY Day when I went over there to confront his behaviour on NY Eve. THat smarmy look just helped me to lose it! SOmething I have NEVER done before. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

But, now, I have HUGE black bruises on my arm from where he restrained me to keep me from punching him again. OWWW! HE didn't hit me. I bruise easily. BUt darn it my arm hurts! So, achy, depressed, tired and can't sleep and DOrk is still a DOrk! And most of all, I miss DD. She calls me every day. BUt, I HATE that she is there in the enabler's house WITH WH. I owuld ask if things could get any worse.But I know they can. AND WILL! Before this is settled. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Is that what it is believer, the time of year?

Gawd, if I wasn't listening to the tape of my band rehearsing the awesome, rocking, amazing tune I'm writing about my divorce, I'd be sadder than a Turkey on Election Day.

GC

Come on everyone, liven up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We are having the worst, worst, worst, worst summer I can remember.

It's cold and it's wet and this is when most people take their summer holidays. We usually go to the beach after work, but not this year, no sirrreeee!!!!

GC, what's up with our weather? Whiiiiinnnnne.

Apart from that, I'm fine. We don't have that apres Christmas slump here because it's our summer but this year, grrrrrrr. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

But really, apart from that I am fine. LOL.

But, I'm keeping safe within the borders of I'ville at the moment - except for posting to Mac, but that's different.

Jen

Morning/Evening Kiwi. It snowed here today. It NEVER snows here. It stays in the mountains like it should. SO I had to drive in the stuff. Yucko!

Okay, where are the joke masters or at least the bartender. Or Starz. I could use her too. Well, better not......

wow, this place is falling apart. whats up with that!!!

hi rif, didn't mean to miss you from before.

i'ld have a drink but i promised H i would never drink again....

F-Again, I'm guessing you want Starz loaded and locked. Or is it you that you want loaded and locked?

Not a very funny one but it's a start... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Liny's whiny and is in bed. Don't know where Robby is - he sometimes shows up on the night shift. RIF's busy ordering his guys around, Believer was here a minute ago, so was GC.

What'll be F-Again? I drink Coruba and Coke myself (I'm staying away from wine - makes me depressed - and drunk).

Pull up a barstool - drinks for Idiotville are on the Mayor.

Jen

FL, you can have a cyberdrink with us. They're non intoxicating. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

After work today I got a sixer of my fav'rit beer... Bell's Two-Hearted Ale, from Kalamazoo.

Kiwi, I have no idea. You have a little El Nino anomaly out there, but are you too far south to really feel it?

GC

Kiwi, what is Coruba? Is it a rum or something. Never heard of it. A dark and dirty sounds good though. Except I think I will have something warm. Blueberry Tea with no whipped cream. Double the Grand Marnier. THat should warm me up a little bit. Brr. Chilled to the bone.

Thanks! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And I am locked, loaded and ready! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

We have little freaking El Nino anomalies every year. LOL.

Must be a big freaking one this year. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What can I get you, GC? Drinks are on the Mayor.

Jen

Yep, Coruba is authentic dark Jamaican Rum. I come from a family of sailors and rum's been my drink since I was a teenager.

I don't drink too much of it, unlike wine, which when the cork's out, I drink the whole bottle.

Double Grand Marnier was it? Coming right up.

Jen

I'd like to pretend it's summer and have a huuuuge gin & tonic, please.

GC

With a twist? On the rocks?

Coming right up.

Hey, I can pretend it's summer too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'm American, so EVERYTHING is on the rocks. And no amount of lime is too much.

Know what makes a g&t kinda special, just once in a while? Not every time, just now and then: a little bit of sugar.

GC

I Love Rum. Spiced is one of my favourites! UH DUH married to a sailor! They don't give them the toddy anymore. BUt I have heard when they got their daily ration. Wasn't that long ago.

GC GIn and tonic? BLECH, I am not too choosy about liquor but gin is one thing that is icky to me. I've had aquavit, Ouzo, Sambucca, Tango Rose, and some red wine. (which I am allergic to) well still have it all and it will stay around forever. I have tangueray that some mistaken person got me. Huge bottle and never been touched. Want it GC? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh gee, F-Again, I forgot about the Navy thing. Sorry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Was he surprised when you slugged him? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen

GC, sugar in a G&T. Hmmm, I don't know. But then I drink rum which IS sugar.

Jen

Kiwi, Yes he was VERY surprised. All 5'9", 137 pounds of me going after 6'3" 240 pounds of him. He was just protecting himself. Good thing he is not a violent man becasue I could have gottenhurt easily. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> I was surprised at myself. I have NEVER hit anyone. ANd, the worst part? I wanted to keep doing it. I actually thought about the baseball bat in the car and got as far as opening the car to get it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Yikes, only when I muttered "no, I won't do it" And WH said "GO ahead" (He couldn't see what I was reaching for) did I come to my senses. I have never been so angry and felt so justified because of what he did to DD. Only the thought of jail kept me sane. Sad, and I took the bat out of the car. NEVER want to get that close to violence again.

f-again, give me all the gin you got! I love the stuff.

When I order G&T in nice, clean bars, they always ask what kind of gin I want, and I steal a line from The Muppet Movie:

"Use your finest, cheapest gin, please."

GC

GC, that was funny. Not QUITE as funny as LINY but funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again, I just posted and it got lost but it'll probably turn up just after I posted this.

I've never been involved with or seen violence either. Rob (my H) is a very gentle non violent person but he still dreams of getting OM right on the nose.

Edited to add: Thank God you didn't get to the baseball bat. I mean that seriously - it would have taken everything to a whole new realm.

Jen

[ January 06, 2005, 10:21 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

GC, It's all yours! Phew one less thing to pack. It is a 40 oz bottle so have fun! BUt it's not th eblue bottle. It's the green one.

Green, blue... if it tastes like a pine cone and makes me shiver, anything else is gravy.

GC

Bob, I can see you lurking.

Now don't you DARE start on about cricket bats. LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How about I pour you a Newcastle Brown? Or a nice glass of New Zealand red? Or white?

Jen

Was I dreaming or listening to the BBC when I heard a story about an amateur cricket team beating the most incredible, impossible-to-beat professional bunch of cricketers ever?

I think it was this week.

I think it actually worked its way into a dream about my wife. Wheeeeee.

GC

An amateur cricket team?? That would be the English. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

No I hadn't heard it.

Jen

evening all!!

could not have been the BEST cricket team because we just beat Pakistan by an innings and 9 wickets.........hehehehehehehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hi Jen Gc Bob FAA all the rest of the crew drinking I see... and all I can have is OJ unsweetened or lemon lime and bitters... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

WARNING: Consumption of alcohol may make you think you are whispering when you are not.

WARNING: Consumption of alcohol may make you think you can logically converse with other members of the opposite sex without spitting.

Hi AW, the nightshift is lurking and not posting, cept for a couple of us. Pikers.

And now I have to go. Rob has been making noises about the time I spend on MB and he'll be home from work soon and I'd like to have dinner cooked and waiting for him for a change.

Jen

Dave Whiner checking in. Wendy? WENDY?!?!!?

OOoohhhh...wait until I tell Bob what you said!

Hiya all. Still feeling blah. And, for the last time: I'M NOT F@#$ING CRANKY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Appt at 12 tommorrow. Which means, gotta drive brown to work in, oh, 6 hours. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Well, Bob, if you check in b4 you go, have a safe flight. We'll be praying for both of you! (And we'll be at JFK--just say the word, bro! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Gonna check some other threwads out. I'll be back to say nitey nite.

I have the day off tomorrow, and I'm rejoicing in not being head-in-my-hands depressed. I stay up!

AW, being where you're from...

They had some snow in Madison, Wisconsin, during the last day. And also, a kangaroo got loose. They found it cowering in some garage or something. Poor little mean kangaroo!

GC

GC Roo's can be nasty when cornered if big enough. Been known to gut and drown cattle dogs ...not that friendly at all.

Did you know there used to be carnivorous Kangaroo??? what an image hehehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Wow cold and snow??? we think its cool when its 60!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It was about 15 today and because it was sunny and not windy, it seemed nice.

If it was 60, I'd be doing the butterfly in Lake Harriet in a Speedo (my exercise plan for next summer - a.k.a. "freedom summer", assuming I'll be divorced by then).

GC

Hey gc..YOU'LL BE OK!!!!!

Just had an idea...I'm asuming you didn't have the NYE party...BUT, what about a mid-winter party at your place? Might do you some good, as well would be a nice break for your guests to get out of the doldrums of winter. Just a thought...

Gotta go now. Try to get back to sleep. head still warm...I absolutely HATE being sick. RRRR!

Have a g'nite/day everyone!

Hey MIDWINTER PARTY GC's place......Woo Hoo
cut a hole in the ice,
jump in,
call 911 for the heart unit hahaha <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ,
drink warm toddy's of 48% alcohol.
BIG fires to get warm by.........

ah seen it on CNN but thats it.......lol

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

closest we get to cold is an ice cream melting in our 'winter' sighhhhhhhhh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Jen - I'm still here... just really busy today.

Hey LINY - How's it going this evening?

Hey AW - You've got mail...

Hey GC - You stay warm, OK?

4 Feb. is midwinter, and it's a Friday. Hm. A kegger sounds about right.

GC

Have the party GC and I'll ship you a bottle of Tanqueray No. 10!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey GC & Mr. Mayor - If you guys are having a party, count me in!!!

A Party? Yay, COunt me in, too! My DD25 is FORCING me out on Saturday night. To go dancing. I LOVE to dance. Well, I used to. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

And my best friend is coming by tonight to make me eat and watch some dvds. If the snow lets up! Gee, I am greatful for friends and family who watch out for you. It is so nice to have someone watch your back in times like this.

Morning RIF. It's 2:47am Friday here. Almost time for my morning coffee.

Morning FAA - Wow, you're up mighty early! It's 1610L here and I've got one more meeting today, then I'm done with all of my meetings for the day.

There are some serious computer addictions going on here. What fun. I'm drinking Baileys tonight if anyone cares to pour me another.

Our children all went to school in casual clothes today instead of uniform but for the privilege had to pay whatever their families could afford towards Unicef's Tsunami fund. We raised HK$75,000 which is, I think, about US$11,000. We are just one little school in Hong Kong. Isn't that awesome? Just thought I'd share that with you all. TT

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Know what makes a g&t kinda special <hr /></blockquote>That it's in every language in the whole Universe?

Sorry. Had a Hitchhikers flashback.

Carry on.

Morning/evening to you idiots, especially you Mayor Robby13. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

GC, love the idea of a midwinter party. May be just the ticket to begin your "new" life.

I cannot keep up with you people these days. Boy a person tries to be responsible and work, take care of their families and they get behind. sigh..

I am too addicted to this place and have forced myself to stay away. I was thinking about Bob's remark yesterday about MB people, especially the Iville residents. I know I like you people. I know I would if I met you in person. He is right, it is hard to be this brutally honest and not show your true self. I moderate an email group for parents of kids like my DS. I have met 6 of them in person and love them like my family. We have shared so much pain and joy together that we consider ourselves family. That is how I feel about you idiots. Ok, stop being mushy Faith.

RIF, how is being the big cheese?

Morning Kimmy, how are you????

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hiya all. Still feeling blah. And, for the last time: I'M NOT F@#$ING CRANKY!
<hr /></blockquote>LOL

So N/S are you feeling green this morning??? Geez, ya drunks.

GC, Pine needles, YUCK!!! I just don't get it. I'm a beer drinking kind of girl all the way.

Hope everybody is well. I have a date with my ST tomorrow night, I'm very excited. No dancing for us, I'm too shy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Dinner without the children, and his charming company, can't wait.

It is 9:45, and I have done nothing yet, usually my day is done by this time. I think I will put it off even longer and go give my 3YO a ride on the snowmobile. Time to play.

RIGGIN FRIGGIN Computer! I had a huge note typed and then a window came up and I closed it. ARRGH It was this one. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

So, morning RIF, TT and Kimmy. And lurkers. RIF I was up early but made myself go back to get a couple of more hours of sleep. SOmewhat successful. YAY!

Well, TT I might join you with a Bailey's tonight. Tommorow, DD25 is taking me out dancing! YAY! I love it.

I am way too old to do it. But WTH I am only mentally a young girl. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It is very strange when DD25 and I dance together. She is drop dead gorgeous, and we dance so much alike we look like mirror images. We get some strange looks from the young pups, though. SHe always introduces me to her club friends as the coolest Mom in the world. How sweet is that? ANyway maybe DS27 and his girlfriend will be there, too. I need some release from all this drama.

Well, I am on my coffee and waiting on my bagel with cream cheese. YOHOO Mayor are you there? KNOCK KNOCK

think I will put it off even longer and go give my 3YO a ride on the snowmobile. Time to play. I am jealous! Morning Jelly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

FA-A, having kids as (I hate to say old) and feeling as young as you do, does it sometimes feel like they just came out of nowhere? Like they are alien creatures that you happen to love a lot? My DS 21 makes me feel that way sometimes. I think some of it is my mind is convinced I am much younger because of my DD12 and DS6. How could I have a child that is 21 with those 2 little ones? I also sometimes think it is because these days we do act much younger than our parents did. I don't know just rambling this morning I guess. Eat and get some sleep young lady! (in my best stern mommy voice)

Mornin all. Think I finally broke my fever. Still, very dizzy though. (Shaddup again.) Now, very chilly, but not feeling so run down. But still feelin like the neighborhood fire hydrant for the local dogs.

OK, maybe against TOS/guidelines/whatever, but is it me (which I actually have thought long about and certainly could be) or are more posters/threads getting more "ridiculuos?" It's actually an important question, cause I do not want to feel like I'm above it all again--don't want to go there. But some of this is just completely unbelieveable--in the literal sense.

Anyway, that was my mini-vent. This post has actually taken me about 30 mins to write, and in the meantime, feel like i"m burnin again. I hate this s@it!

Have a great weekend everyone. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Go back to bed Liny! Sorry you are still sick, I can't stand being sick and as a mom I would be up and doing my normal routine anyway. Yes, I agree with some of the posts out there. I choose not to respond to most and read incredulously.

Feel better. Did you get the chicken soup I sent you through the internet cloud?

{{{Morning FF}}} I have a very good relationship with all my kids. And yes, it is very weird with my older 2. I keep having to stop myself from thinking they are my good friends. I have to still be a Mom to them sometimes. DOes that make sense?

We always have such a good time together. And they are always there for me and I for them. THey confide in me things that they NEVER tell their Father. ANd, yes, I sometimes think where did those gorgeous creatures come from? WOW! Plus having a DD12, they are both brother and sister and father and mother and friends to her. Can't get any better.

Yes, I think this generation is much "younger" thinking than my parents. I always swore, I would never be like my mother and father. THey still have no clue what life is like today for me or for my kids. Everything is black and white and no what-ifs. And if you don't talk about it, it will go away. Sheesh! THat is so bogus!

ANd, I did get some sleep. And I am forcing myself to eat. I know I cannot afford to lose any more weight. Crumbs, I am hovering at 130 and I am TALL!

But, Jelly has given me the answer.... Chocolate! Lots of calories in that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Did you get the chicken soup I sent you through the internet cloud?<hr /></blockquote>NO, damnit!
Think one of my sons signed for the fedex delivery and ate it themselves--ya know how brown and i are/ Starving them and all. God forbid they should get up off their asses and work for some food! (That was vent #2 and the day is so young!)

Reminds me of that song that's been out for a little bit by Bowling for Soup. Every line, I'm like, "Hey. Backoff buddy--that was me 20 years ago!"

I think the world went wacky and moved us to Seattle when we weren't looking. Rain again for next 4 days! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Haven't they ever heard of the song It never Rains in Southern California? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Liny, I really have to thank you and Brown. Your sitch with your sons has made me so thankful for my DS21. He is a bit of a pain, but he really is a good kid. He is loving to his brother and sister, will jump if I need him and is gainfully employed and going to college. So he is a bit self centered, forgetful etc. Those are pretty normal for a 21 y/o. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Fighting lady - enjoy your night out dancing. I love dancing. Had a couple of great nights out before Xmas but it's all gone sadly quiet. It is so good for the soul. TT

Poor Liny, still feverish. I'm sorry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Haven't made it outside yet.

Yes, Faith, you have much to be jealous of. This 3 YO of mine, is such a joy, I can't stop smiling with him around. He is the funniest, happiest kid ever. I adore him, I could eat him with a fork, I find him so delicious.

Morning LINY. I totally agree with you about those posts. Are they kidding? I refuse to read that garbage. Most of us are here to try and repair a broken R and then there oare the +r00!!$ that waste everyone's time by tyring to validate their sick behaviour or throw a monkey wrench into everyone's goals. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I hang out in I'ville to stay away from those threads. SOme of them just plain scare me and others are like WTH? A lovefest with a pro? PULEEEAASE. SHould I edit that last remark out?

ENough venting. I need to get ready to shovel my driveway! Whoopty Doo.

Another round of coffee for eveyone.

See you idiots later. Liny, feel better dear. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Another round of coffee for eveyone.
<hr /></blockquote>Um...thanks...but can we make mine a diet cherry banilla dr. pepper instead????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

morning i'ville, i'm in lab again, since 6am and will be here till 6pm. i just snuck out for a sec back to my office to say hi to you all.

i have not done anything stupid yet. this is good. i am so glad it is friday!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Um...thanks...but can we make mine a diet cherry banilla dr. pepper instead????<hr /></blockquote>Sounds like something a pg woman would ask for!
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

LINY - GET THOSE LOZENGES! Geez! I'm gonna have to turn mommy on your sorry butt!

And take a bath. Water as warm as you can stand it....it'll make the achies go away for awhile.

TheraFlu isn't just for flu, either! GET SOME! It helps, I swear!

Brown, you need to nail his [censored] to bed after his bath. I feel for ya, chica! Sick men are such a drag! (BROWN)

No bud, I took the cure....I know what causes that (pg) and fixed those puppies good! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Now I'm strictly a playground, not a baby maker.

Too bad OW didn't pass her basic biology classes tho................. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

OK...Whiny LINY comin' out. Let's break this down:

<blockquote>quote:<hr />LINY - GET THOSE LOZENGES! Geez! I'm gonna have to turn mommy on your sorry butt!<hr /></blockquote>No problem with the throat, which is confusing me as to what the heck I have.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />And take a bath. Water as warm as you can stand it....it'll make the achies go away for awhile.<hr /></blockquote>Would love to. But, WHEN?!?!?!!? (Not too achy either. {scratching head}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />TheraFlu isn't just for flu, either! GET SOME! It helps, I swear!<hr /></blockquote>But, have no clue of what I really have. Usually I'm great with pegging sickness, broken bones, etc. Have no clue this time.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Brown, you need to nail his [censored] to bed after his bath.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I feel for ya, chica! Sick men are such a drag! (BROWN) <hr /></blockquote>I'm tellin ya, I'm not your stereotypical man when I admit that I'm sick. I can't remember the last time I felt this shi^^y for this long. And I certainly can't remember when I've called in sick two days in a row.

PS had to hide in my 3yo bed yestareday--every othe room was full of noise. (That's another thing. I don't think I have ear infections--no pain--BUT, the noise level is tremendous in the past week. Very sensaitive. I guess I''ll find out in a little over an hour. But, this dr group also deals with herbal medicine, acupuncture, etc. I';m the type when I ask for a specific medicine, just give it to me damnit! (Will change one of my AD's too--the one he thought was so great gave me nightmares immediately and knocked my [censored] out--cant have that with a 3yo. I requested lexapro--just prescibe it damnit. Just like yesterday: had to tell the receptionist: "What don't you understand? I want an appointment tommorrow. Not today. Tommorrow. How many times Do I have to ask? And don't tell me to call back tommorrow to 'see if you can fit me in.' I need an appointment. What time should I come in tommorrow?!?"

OK...I suppose that was rant # 3!!!!

Gotta go get ready.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now I'm strictly a playground, not a baby maker.<hr /></blockquote>LMFAO!!!!!!!

The lines you come up with sometimes!!!!! Let's see...we have the slide...the sit and spin...the boingy horse...the zip-a-dee-doo-dah-line...oh, we could go on! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

have a great weekend de

I know some won't want to hear this, but here goes:

This post has been dominating the top of the list for too long now, it has transformed into a chat session, and is discouraging to those of us hoping to get some input on our issues. I understand the need to chat and vent, and discuss non-MB things, but couldn't we move this thread to another forum?

I'm sure there are many posting here that have great advice & support for those of us that are new to this, how about a helping hand?

TYIA

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Hosea_2004:
 I know some won't want to hear this, but here goes:

This post has been dominating the top of the list for too long now, it has transformed into a chat session, and is discouraging to those of us hoping to get some input on our issues. I understand the need to chat and vent, and discuss non-MB things, but couldn't we move this thread to another forum?

I'm sure there are many posting here that have great advice & support for those of us that are new to this, how about a helping hand?

TYIA <hr /></blockquote>I think General Questions is the most appropriate forum for this thread. Just out of curiosity, where would you put it?

As for it "dominating the top of the list"... surely you know how to scroll.

Hosea,
I respect you for your concerns and voicing them publicly. Not many have actually done that--publicly. However, I am concerned over that this thread spends too much time at the top comment. Why would this concern you? Like the other threads that you "disapprove of" just ignore it if you don't feel it is worthy of your time.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />...and is discouraging to those of us hoping to get some input on our issues.<hr /></blockquote>Please explain how this is discouraging to "other posters". As I said, if you do not like a thread, don't post to it. I'm not sure how this is affecting your issues. Please explain.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I understand the need to chat and vent, and discuss non-MB things, but couldn't we move this thread to another forum?<hr /></blockquote>FYI, yes, we use this thread to get away and "vent", HOWEVER, we DO use MB principles as the rest of the threads and forums should. Are we "edgy" at times? Certainly. But we all "Idiots" have experienced or are experiencing some sort of indfidelity (on both "sides") and use this thread for a multiple of reasons--MB principles definitely included. (I would suggest reading the past few days, for example.)

I'm still confused over the fact why you would want this thread to move to another forum. We are a conglomerate of different infidelity situations, practice MB principles, support one another, and find this thread to be a "safe escape."

As for supporting other threads/posters? Click on the MB name, then recent posts. You will see, we all ask for and attempt to help the others outside of "IDIOTVILLE."

I appreciate you publicly voicing your concerns, but am very confused as to "why."

You are certainly welcome to "join" us at anytime.

LINY

OK idiots...really got to go now...will check in for some responses (Yes, you too hosea!) after i get back.

CYA!

From Dr. Halrley. <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Marriage BuildersÂ® Forum - Here you have an opportunity to ask questions, and receive answers, not from me or my staff, but from other visitors who have learned my concepts and want to support you in your effort to improve your marriage. <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr /> and is discouraging to those of us hoping to get some input on our issues.
<hr /></blockquote>How could this possible discourage you or anybody???? We are living, we are living with infidelity, right here, candid, honest, truthful living. We are supporting each other through a time when our hearts are breaking. We are encouraging each other, we are advising each other, we are crying with each other, we are laughing with each other, we are SUPPORTING each other, and we also rejoice with each other for the break throughs we are making.

You are welcome to take up a residency here, you will find love, friendship and support like you wouldn't believe, we are all people here who understand the full effects of the pain of infidelity. We might chose a different way to make our way through this, but it should not be looked at as discouraging!!!

Discouraging - would be the last word I would every chose to describe what Idiotville is.

Queen of all Idiots, Jelly Bing

[ January 07, 2005, 10:37 AM: Message edited by: kyellow4 ]

Hey LINY....feel better soon, please!

Hosea....

I don't know what to say except this:

If it weren't for this thread, right here, I would NOT still be checking into MB AT ALL! I am helped immensely by being here. My BS and I have come a long way in recovery, but not so long that I don't still feel raw when I read the fresh pain of others. Coming to the Idiotville thread kind of stabilizes me, and also keeps me "on my toes", so to speak. Kind of a gentle reminder of what BS and I have been through, not one that beats me over the head. I need this to stay "accountable". I often don't know what to say to some posters, but I do read and learn from them.

I also don't understand how this thread is discouraging to others. I promise to keep an open mind if you care to explain. Meanwhile, you are welcome here!

Take care,

NOW

LINY - The lozenges are Vitamin C, Echinacea and zinc. Not just for sore throats....for bolstering your immune system so you can fight off this buggwuggie. I swear they work!

Hosea - You know, if you read back on any of the pages, but yeah. We have fun. We also support each other, give out input, and reach out if we need a shoulder. So what if we're friends and all chummy and schmaltzy? When your soul been shattered into a bagillion, magillion pieces, you tend to grow a fondness for those that help you superglue yourself back together.

- Kimmy

Liny is at the Dr's office...

I called in and suggested they check his prostate! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Out of concern for his health, of course.

Get well soon Liny!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You are wicked bad, Robby!

That's why I like ya! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh, I see we're in trouble again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

That's probably the opinion of a lot of people but I wonder how many people actually read what we write to each other. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Maybe we could move to "Resolving Conflict" because that's what we do best.

LINY, I hope the doc finds out what's wrong and it's not too bad.

Jen

I'm Back! Well, I never left. THe darn snow is so thick here I can't get out to the road. So, I get to pack some more boxes and hang out here instead. Yay!.

Ick! Snow! Stay toasty!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 Oh, I see we're in trouble again. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

That's probably the opinion of a lot of people but I wonder how many people actually read what we write to each other. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Maybe we could move to "Resolving Conflict" because that's what we do best.
<hr /></blockquote>Wanna really drive 'em nuts?

Make it a private thread with controlled access!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Everybody would have to get permission to join, or lurk!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK, I can see that my post was not taken with the intent I had given it, and I ALSO see that what I originally saw in this post was ASLO inaccurate.

<slices off some humble pie>

When I said "discouraging" I didn't mean this thread, or the messages in here, I meant when I see this post constantly at the top, and I see other posts sit for hours sometimes with 1 or 2 ore fewer replies, my first impression is discouragement.

After reading some of the last few days, I can DEFINATELY see that this thread does have a valid place here. <takes big bite of pie>

I agree that we all need something to keep us from going nuts, and if this serves that purpose for just one of us, then I will NOT complain. <another bite of pie>

I'm not sure yet if I am ready for IDIOTVILLE, but you never know. I can tell you this, as I finish off crumbs from pie, if & when I am ready, I know I will feel right at home, cause even though I just LB'd this thread, nobody here LB'd me back, and that is worth it's weight in gold right now.

THANKS
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey Y'all!

Hope everybody's having a good, trigger free day! Haven't had time to do much catching up, but will try to read more than the last 2 pages!

Edited to add:
I was on the phone and hadn't hit add reply, so I missed Hosea's last post at 1:18...however, the following is still my opinion, and hope it welcomes you (Hosea) to continue to post here, as that is my intent! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hosea - I appreciate your concern that this thread might be nothing more than a chat-type-room, and would not have a place here on MB. I also understand that at this time, that is your opinion and you are most definitely entitled to that opinion. I was not familiar with your name and situation, so I looked you up, and found that you were formerly "Chuck" - just wanted to tell you that I've read your posts, and the posts of the persons you have responding to you...in my opinion, you are getting help from some of the best, and I honestly have not been around as long as them and don't feel I can/could/would add anything to the advice they've given! Orchid has been a member since Jan2001, and with over 10K posts, I'd say she's probably got more experience here with the MB principles than just about anybody...and she is awesome with the "reverse babble" stuff that you need to keep you going through all this stuff we're all facing. And, Ark has been here since Sep2001 - you won't find much more straight-forward, in-your-face advice than what you'll get from Ark...and I say that with utmost respect for both of them. You've also gotten some good advice from Believer, who is a regular to this site, and she's been through quite a bit herself.

I guess what I am trying to say is that I hope you are basing your opinion of this thread, and the people - yes real lives going through this same A-stuff as you - by what you've read IN this thread, and not by what some of the others are saying ABOUT this thread.

No, the laughter approach is not for everyone, but the Bible says in Psalms 5:11 "But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee. " For me personally, I love the Lord, and am so glad that I am a Christian going through this - I know that if no one else is there to be my strength and my peace, Christ is... through this whole mess having joy has not been easy, and there are days when I feel defeated, but I thank God everyday for this site (MB) and even more for this thread...yah, it's silly at times, but sometimes we all need a break.

Again, and in closing, I thank you for being honest with your feelings and for letting us know publicly how you feel. And, more so, I would encourage you to come back to this thread, to vent here, and yes, to laugh here...there are some great people here, who have been hurt by other posters on other threads, and save for this one, they would not be at MB anylonger...though their advice is not as seasoned as some, it's still good advice. I also think that in time (you are very new to MB) you too will not be feeling that hurt that goes along with the brand new wound your spouse has just inflicted on you, and maybe then you will me more in need of a laugh every now and again.

Peace and Prayers for your situation...God Bless,
~YL

- - - - - - - - - - - -
He who laughs, lasts.
~Wilferd A. Peterson

[ January 07, 2005, 12:25 PM: Message edited by: YL ]

Hosea,

I understand what you meant....and you know what? I'm gonna try to be more responsive to others on the forum. I have seen some posts sit and sit, like you said. I read them, but lots of times I just really feel unqualified to help.
Anyway, there is a reason this is called "Idiotville" ... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> And why we all belong! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

It's just really nice to know there's a place you can go where you are accepted, mistakes, warts and all!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Now

(((((((HOSEA)))))) (that's an Idiotville hug!)

Hosea,
Glad you responded back and it wasn't a "post-n-run."
I really do respect you for two things: Being on MB to begin with and 2) publicly voicing your concerns here. Many posters dislike our thread (and to a certain extent, I do understand why.) They email/hit the alert moderator button (or whatever it is) and never voice why But you, my/our new friend, have done this in the open forum--takes guts to do that, to express what you feel when you are in a minority--which is really what Idiotville is about.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />When I said "discouraging" I didn't mean this thread, or the messages in here, I meant when I see this post constantly at the top, and I see other posts sit for hours sometimes with 1 or 2 ore fewer replies, my first impression is discouragement.<hr /></blockquote>Personally, for me, this bothers me too. Without getting into the nuts and bolts of it, I was one (along with believer) who used to be the welcoming committee to MB. However, I myself went into a relapse of sorts and rekindled contact. I had no place in encouraging people and offering my opinions when I, myself, was being a hypocite.

I have come so far in 6 months and 2 months of "real" recovery, that when I do see a thread just sitting there with a big "0" next to replies, I feel comfortable enoough where I am--WHO I am--that I can again venture out of Idiotville again and welcome these MB'ers who need someone to listen to them, whatever side of the fence. I'm at that stage where I feel comfortable enough where I can give an opinion and not be a hypocrite. But it took time--time to recover, and the non-judgemental support of my fellow idiots. (This is NOT to say other MB'ers were not supportive; however, in my situation, I broke alot of trust here too--on top of what I've done to my W and family.)

But, my Idiot friends helped me gain my confidences back. Let me vent. Let me say what was on my mind. Gave me shoulders to lean on. Gave me direction (yeah, believe it or not!) I say all of these (and then some) in the past tense, but it is in the present as well.

You--or ANYBODY--else is certainly welcome in I-ville. Yes we are eggshell-not white. (Except for Robby--he loves mauve!)

Again, just speaking for me now, I'm glad you voiced your concerns. We have some moaning in the background and have allowed us to "defend" ourselves, our thread, our Idiotville.

And our doors are certainly open!

Psst...hey Robby...

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dr. said Type A flu--didn't know there were different types. Apprently, type A has fewer sysmptoms, but still the flu. UGH! Thanks de for the suggestion, but he put me on biaxim (sp). And I got my lexapro instead of that trazodone.

Gotta go in work for an hour or two though. *HAVE* to get a few things done. But I'll ride home with brown.

Oh, and one more thing:

You Idiots are absolutely great! (My turn to get all mushy.)

I really don't have to say anything to substantiate that--just read your replies to Hosea. You guys and gals are really great--thank you!!!!!!!

OK, that's all the mush I can muster up for now!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm not sure yet if I am ready for IDIOTVILLE, but you never know. I can tell you this, as I finish off crumbs from pie, if & when I am ready, I know I will feel right at home, cause even though I just LB'd this thread, nobody here LB'd me back, and that is worth it's weight in gold right now <hr /></blockquote>Hosea--you are welcome here anytime. I do try to reply to threads that I see are not getting much activity. In fact that is the main thing I look for before reading a thread. If someone is getting a lot of replies, I assume that someone more brillian than I (is that possible <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )j/k has already responded. As you have admitted, we do apply MB prinicpals here and most of us do help out other threads and posters. It is simply a safe place to be ourselves without getting attacked. I do so appreciate that you would express your feelings outloud. I wish you the best and hope you will make Idiotville your second home in the future.

God bless you.

Oh, if you do stay Hosea (or just passing through)...

DON'T EAT THE CHESSECAKE! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Hosea_2004:
I'm not sure yet if I am ready for IDIOTVILLE<hr /></blockquote>Ok, you're qualified!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Come on in, the water's fine!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LINY,

Really glad to hear you have an answer for that "mystery" illness! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

And that you're getting something to help you get better! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

RH called in "sick" today....Dr. says he has "wabbit flu". <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Haven't seen him since 10:00! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

OK, so I have been too busy at work to catch up, but have read the rest of this page and wanted to say:

Liny's feelin better! Liny's feelin better!!
Glad to hear it, and glad you FINALLY went to the Dr.!!! Maybe now, Brown can get some peace and quiet! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> j/k of course...

Hosea - thanks again for your honesty, and as the others have said, you are welcome here anytime...

{{{I'ville}}} have a great day Y'all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY! Tapping my foot. THere WAS nothing wrong with the cheesecakes. (I even wiped the baby spit off just for RH) AND, I shared. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

DIdn't you get any?

Once I heard babyspit and cheesecake in the same sentence.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Gotta go for now...have a great day/weekend everyone! Gotta dstop in at work, pcik up RX's, and have a lovely weekend with my girls! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and one more thing:

J-E-T-S-JETS-JETS-JETS!!!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Once I heard babyspit and cheesecake in the same sentence.... [Razz] <hr /></blockquote>LINY,

I think that was your fever talking.
Here, have some cheesecake! Come on, just a little! It's PPPPPPPPPPPPPretty good! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> J-E-T-S-JETS-JETS-JETS!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>Who? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Liny, it sounded like the flu and I'm pleased you've got something for it and hope you feel better real soon.

And that's all the mush you're going to get from me today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hosea, I can see you becoming a stalwart of Idiotville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I do sometimes post outside and have done a great deal in the past. I have to be quite careful who I post to as I'm the FWW and not everyone wants to hear from me, especially as there are a lot of new people on here who don't know me. People (outside and inside Idiotville) who have been around a while have been wonderful and supportive and continue to be wonderful and supportive to me.

I also became the best thread killer on MB and it put me off a bit. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

[ January 07, 2005, 01:42 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> <slices off some humble pie>
<hr /></blockquote>Did somebody say PIE???? YUMMY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I feel like a proud mama/Queen, I love the responses, I love the reply from quite possibly our new "town baker" you guys move me!!!!!!!!

RH, hope you feel better soon, Liny, glad you are feeling better.

Time to check the other threads, because I ventured out today myself, I wonder if I killed them, because I have a thing for that too Kiwi, actually, not so much killing them as everybody seems to completely IGNORE my posts. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Maybe I won't check the threads. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Afternoon/Evening Kiwi. HOw are things down your way? OT (is there such a thing?) NZ is on my places to visit before I croak. (and OZ)Long before LOR became a hit. But, when I saw LOR, it was like being home (here) the scenery is breath taking. So, you never know, if the big D happens with me, I might just take a sabbatical with DD and visit your country.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> J-E-T-S-JETS-JETS-JETS!!!!!!! <hr /></blockquote>Sounds like Liny sneezing into a tissue I think..... yep pretty sure......lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Young Jen WHAT ARE YOU DO UP SO LATE???? or is it early??? lets see ..... oh about 8.55am not 3.55am like here hehehhehe dumb blond giggles
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Anyway hi to everyone else!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW, what are you doing up????

Shouldn't that baby be resting????

Waving hi to AW!! Now go get some sleep!

Jelly, it is funny you mention no one responding to you cuz I responded to a thread BECAUSE you posted on it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Gotta run, cya later alligators.

Well I've been playing PC games with Aussie as per the docs recommendation... they reckon they are having great results from getting the guys to play games on computers, especially violent games to help with PTSD........ dont ask me why apparently it works.......the US shipped a whole lot in recently as well...
So I went & got him ROME - total war and hes been playing a guy in Germany since 9 hours ago,,,oh hum.... and I've been awake trying to madly find how to do things for him ...you know like direction finding on a car rally...lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />
but I've just about had it, hes saved it and stalked off muttering hehe so bed must be close!! I hope <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I see. That is odd therapy, but I hope it works, for both your sakes.

Faith, I did notice you posted, you kept me alive. Thank you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

AW, I can see that would work. It's actually a very good idea - getting rid of all the pent up emotion and anger.

Jell, I had a post all ready about being ignored then DD rang and knocked me off the net. Note to self - get broadband at home.

It isn't the thread killing that bothers me, it's spending the time thinking out a reply then having it ignored.

FF, hi and bye.

BTW, Jelly, I saw what you wrote and edited a few gazillion pages ago. ROFLMAO. Talking about "that" was what nearly got me kicked off MB all that time ago. LOL.

Jen

OOh and hi F-Again. I've never been to the States either, oh heck, you're Canadian aren't you? and it's always been one of my dreams too. Ever since I read the Little House on the Prairie books, Little Women, Anne of Green Cables (Canada), watched Rawhide and Bonanza - gosh there's nothing in there set in the 20th century LOL.

Jen

NOW, WTH is "rabbit flu".

Oh how I wish I was as witty as some of you guys. That one is just BEGGING for a smart remark from one of us. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Although I am starting to see RH with a little fluffy tail and cute little bunny ears. OMG, that picture is so fuuuuunnnnny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

well Jelly & Jen it did seem a bit from the left field to me BUT I was about ready to try anything believe me I was!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Hi FAA!! Hi Faith <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well I can say I have no broken glasses tonight, no coffee tables kicked over, all has been peaceful........ no alcohol, no dark looks or moody silences...........

Oops just had to delete that sentence.. I sort of referred to a creche for him & his guys to give us a wives rest.... lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> oh well I'll explain it to him

ok all locked up !!
smiley face on A2 so we're off to bed ..sunrise .... can't expect miracles the first night I suppose. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

now all I need is my wired up body to relax so I can sleep...... those Natrilix SR tabs looking inviting but I'm not allowed anything without the Sisters ok worse luck.

(How bad is it using SF for a sleep inducer tire body & mind out?? that LBing at all???) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

night all c ya tomorrow probably [[[hugs to you all]]]

See ya, AW. You know it horrifies me that these guys are going through this. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

And of course you wives are going through to it too.

Yes, I'd recommend SF as part of the cure. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Best stress reliever in the world.

Jen

You guys almost killed me with all the SF talk this week. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Remind me again what it's like... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Remind me again what it's like...
<hr /></blockquote>I will when I get some................ <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Robby, you can fine me if you like for this edit but I was just downright insensitive to you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

[ January 07, 2005, 03:24 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

And this one, because it makes no sense now after editing the last one.

Jen

[ January 07, 2005, 03:25 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> BTW, Jelly, I saw what you wrote and edited a few gazillion pages ago. ROFLMAO. Talking about "that" was what nearly got me kicked off MB all that time ago. LOL.
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Aren't you working? No today is Saturday, right? I missed your edit, I'm guessing I would have liked it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby maybe you should go for a ride in your car, my 3 YO said to me the other day, when we was driving crazy and fast, up and down some hills, Mama that tickles my penis, I like it.

Find a real hilly road, maybe that will do the trick. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hurry up and read, I feel I should edit.

AW, definitely not an LB to use SF to sleep. Benefits for all I say! Oh and my H many times in the past has used that excuse. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Wish he would now. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

OOOOOOH Faith, do you want to cuddle?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I kidnapped one of my daycare girls for the night. We are getting pizza and going to take a night time ride on the sleds. Yippee.

I have a headache from laughing so darn hard at the kids. I had them full of snow and upside down and they still wouldn't let go of the taboggan. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey everyone. See me waving. I was just on another thread and I started to smile. (Whoah! things must be looking up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )Someone was referring to an old movie called SHE. I think it was just Just J. The line they quoted was "She who must be obeyed" I laughed out loud. I remember that line from a British semi-drama callled Rumpole of the Bailey. My then H now WH, made me a red brass sign with those words on it. I used to have it in my office at work. And that sums me up pretty darn well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Once I get a notion to do someting... WATCH OUT! Get with the plan or I will roll over you on my way to get to the goal/prize/whatever.

LA LA LA. Drinks on me! For everyone. SOmething Chocolate for Jelly. Hey Jelly have you ever had a chocolate beer? Darn it's good. Not too sweet but definitely chocolatey (I know you like beer and chocolate) It is European but I can't remember where from. VERY high alcohol content, too. about 9 or 10%.

TTFN Townsfolk!

I'm going home. Work kicked my ever lovin' [censored] this week.

BTW: Flying Dog Ale - blech! Tastes like the nappy looking dog on the label hiked his leg and peed directly into the bottle. I'd use the rest of 'em to soak brats in, but I'm afraid it'd turn the meat..........................

:-(~

Two thumbs down Townsfolk! Just a review from your local beer taster.

FAA said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I owuld ask if things could get any worse.But I know they can. AND WILL! Before this is settled. <hr /></blockquote>My grandmother used to have this quote she'd tell her kids and grandkids when they got bummed out.

"There's nothing so bad that it couldn't be worse, until the day you ride in the Hurst."

(Not sure I got the spelling right on the hurst/coffin carrying car.)

Hi guys, real downer I'm sorry and I won't be back on today. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

My son has just been told that one of his best friends, his partner and their 2 yo were killed in a car accident last night.

I want to leave our phone line free for him to get and make calls and I just want to be with him till he goes to see his other friends.

Life freaking sucks sometimes, doesn't it. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Jen

It's hearse.

And there is a very cute kid's book called "It could be worse."

Very funny!

God, now I feel awful - I didn't realise what you were all talking about and I've come on with that ghastly news.

See you later Idiots.

Send prayers our way for their families.

Jen

Jen,

I know you are gone, but just wanted to tell you I will be praying for your DS and his friends family. Very sorry for the loss.

Kiwi, I am so sorry. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> Prayers go to you.

RH, and Kimmy Hi.

Still here but getting very weepy.

Thank you very much guys.

I'm really going now, so please don't let this be a downer.

The idiots have to keep being idiots and it won't be insensitive if you all keep going. I NEED you to keep being idiots today.

Jen

LINY said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> But still feelin like the neighborhood fire hydrant for the local dogs. <hr /></blockquote>Doesn't someone on here treat you like that every day? Oh look, she's being nice to you today. And it only took you being sick for three days.

RIF: Thanks for asking. Tired this evening. Spent all day hunting with some buddies. We got our limit and it was one of the best days hunting ever.

FL: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> i have not done anything stupid yet. <hr /></blockquote>You can get through this. Patience, girl, patience. As RIF often says, you and your H will make it through this difficult time and recover.

{{{{{FL}}}}}

Kimmy (I still haven't found an abbreviation for you that I like since you switched your name. Do you have a preference?) said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I know what causes that (pg) and fixed those puppies good! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Now I'm strictly a playground, not a baby maker. <hr /></blockquote>ROTFLMAO. [[You already knew this, but you are funny girl.]]

Hey RH...that had me rollin too! Thread's goin along, la la la, and out from left field de throws somethin like that in.!!!!!!!!!

And, thank you for noticing!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Doesn't someone on here treat you like that every day? <hr /></blockquote>Ho, hum. Woe is me!

But seriously....

{{{{{.}}}}}

Extra prayers for you and your son and their family.

Have a great weekend everyone.

Hello, Idiots. Long time no see.

Sorry I've been gone so much this week. New semester starting - tons and tons of work to do to get started again. I feel like I'm already 2 weeks behind and it's only been a week. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Logged in a few times this week but it was so full of SF this week <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> that I started feeling kinda gloomy and didn't hang around. You would all laugh if you knew how long it's been. Oh, well. If MB works for me, maybe my future will be bright. "My future's so bright I got to wear shades!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

A quick word to Hosea if you're still here - I started on MB last summer - late June, I think. I had just discovered proof of A at that time. I was a complete basket case about to go off the deep end. I tried posting to get help. I really needed advice. Many really nice people talked to me (YL was one of the first) and others I have learned to admire greatly. But there were also several who immediately advised me to go to plan B. I hadn't even learned Plan A yet! And every time I post, that sort of happens. It was back during the summer that I discovered the Jelly thread. These people had problems as bad or worse than mine, but they were surviving through their sense of humor. And that's kind of me - I am able to laugh even when things are their darkest - and I've been through some times darker than black in my life. So when I felt sad I read the Jelly thread. I always left feeling better. Finally I got the courage to post - I thought maybe it was a private club, sort of, but they welcomed me and gave me a job!! When we had to move to Idiotville (long story, don't ask) we picked up where we left off and have become really close friends. This group is special because we welcome others like us. We call ourselves idiots because we have all done idiotic things. We were probably idiots in our relationships with our spouses, too, that's why we find ourselves in a web site dedicated to infidelity. I frequently post to newcomers, especially if no one answers them right away. There are some really smart and insightful people on MB who can help people. They have helped me often. But mostly I post here because when I am upset enough to vent, they understand me here and beat me only with nerf 2 x 4s. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
So come on back, let these guys cheer you up on a bad day, and on days you feel like it, you can be an idiot, too.

{{{starz}}}

(I already said "Goodnite" but didn't want you thinking ya killed another thread! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Have a *great* weekedn!)

Hi Starz,

Missed ya! I know what you mean about the SF thread, but pssst ya know what??? I kinda felt like I GOT some by reading that thread. Shhh...don't tell anyone that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I know it has not been as long for me as it has for you and Robby, I acknowledge that. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

And right up front I LOVE SF. Did you hear me. Sigh.

Hi, Starz, Welcome Back. FF hi to you 2. Was it on this thread that I said just call me grownover? BAV for born-again-virgin. Sigh...

Starz, a big flaming drink for you today. Live dangerously..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey FA-A, BAV that is funny! We used to say things like that back in my more wild single days. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Getting ready to leave work. Probably will not be on tonight. Have a good evening/morning. Handing over to NS.

AW/A2 get some SF eerrrr sleep!

Hi, back, guys. I'm leaving too, for the evening. Just asked IB to take me somewhere, buy me a margarita and some nachos and let loose a little on Friday night. So I'll check in tomorrow a.m.

Try not to write another 10 pages tonight. My eyes are crossed just from catching up today! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />
That's not exactly a crossed-eye icon, but it's as close as I could get.

That's what I get for responding to something 8-9 pages ago. Sorry KiwiJ. We will pray for the best for your son's friends. Take care.

Ahh, home again. I can't deal with the posts out there today! I posted to get some input from miltary spouses. SIgh, now I will hide out here.

RIF you on yet? Mortarman? Maybe just maybe you have some experience as to what i can expect or how to go about this. I REALLY don't want to kill WHs career. BUt I will if I don't get some results. SIGH. Not out of vindictiveness. Just to get a chance to work on this R without the OW and WH seeing each other all day every day and then going on deployments together while I sit here alone.! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

{{{{{Jen&S}}}}}

{{{{{starz}}}}}

very well said!!

{{{{{faa}}}}}

Hi {{{{Robby}}}} Extra hugs for you today. Bad couple of days for you? How is the job sitch? How did it go in AZ?

I am freezing my a$$ off here. I should never say we don't get snow here. I jinxed it! We have aobut 6 inches. BRRRR!

A spanish coffee for me or a Blueberry Tea. Just to take the chill off! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I go to AZ on Sunday.

Get back on Wednesday.

Really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, WANT THIS JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi again everyone,

Well, I needed to do something practical for my son as I can't make him feel any better so I drove him to his g/fs work, we picked her up, then I drove them to their other friend's place where they can all be together and work through it themselves in the best way they can.

Then I looked up the updated online version of our newspaper and wished I hadn't because there was the clinical, newspaper version of the accident.

Anyway, I'm fine, but it's horrible when this sort of thing happens and you can't do anything to "make it better". I tell you, your kids are your kids for life, doesn't matter how old they get.

Thanks for the thoughts, everyone.

F-Again, I saw you got a very good reply from mgm.

Jen

Robby, are you suuuuuuuure you want this job. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Really.

I hope you get it. You'll work the other stuff out.

Jen

[ January 07, 2005, 08:50 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

Hi all. Robby, I will pray that you get that job.

Jen - Sorry to hear of the tragedy.

Hey FAA - I don't really have any practical experience... I think that by notifying his C of C that you have a good chance of getting one of them reassigned, thus ending the opportunity for them to be together...

Hey Mr. Mayor - Good luck on your job... I'll be praying for you!

Hey Jen - your sons friends family are in my prayers...

Hey RH are you still on?

Hey Believer... how's it going this evening?

[ January 07, 2005, 09:58 PM: Message edited by: RIF ]

THanks RIF. Kiwi, yes, mgm is a doll. She gives great advice. Well, all of you guys do. {{{{I'ville and MB}}}}}
I can't even count the number of times y'all have pulled me back from the brink. Of despair, rage and everything in betwee,. I just cannot imagine getting through this without all of you. YOu are ALL my ANGELS.

Okay enough mush stuff. Makes me want to cry in my beer with gratitude. Sniff.

Kiwi, you are so right about children. I tell my kids all the time that they will always be my babies. Even when they are 103!

Fighting...are you referring to my posts?? I'm am so offended....my posts are deep and very meaningful, Doesn't the title Reindeer Games make you want to reply your @ss off?? And what about my "Whiskey Lullaby" song post, that was the best....LMAO

I have nothing of value to say tonight....but I am laughing...and that can't be a bad thing.

-Caren

Caren, I have no clue what you are referring to. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

thanks RH. i don't know what is wrong with me, how can i be having these thoughts <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

to make it worse my H is in a terrible mood, says he just feels really bad, physically. i would have to guess it is just about the drinking he did last night. i just wish when he felt bad he would let me comfort him. the best i could do for him was put a blanket on him and keep the house quite so he could nap. didn't really seem to help though. i'll try offering a back rub when he comes to bed and then just hope for a better tommorow.

jen, i am very sorry about the news. hugs to you and your family.

Sorry fighting, that was my lame attempt at humor.....didn't mean anything by it, just bored, trying to be funny (Emphasis on the word trying) LOL Sorry

-Caren

Evenin all. "nother night in paradise Feel like I'm just going to break the fever and WHAM! get the chills. Been this way all week. And brown's triggers--all week too. Really dont know what else I can do. Doesnt help when shes got her period. Anyway, prob wont be on tommorrow, so Robby--GOOD LUCK!!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />It's hearse.

And there is a very cute kid's book called "It could be worse."

Very funny!<hr /></blockquote>Could this be Maurice Snedak? He's a bit of a whcko. Had a graveyard radio show called "The Night Kitchen", after of course, "In the Night Kitchen."

Hugs to all. Leans to all that need it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Nite all.

Hi idiots,

got a minute or two only. Hey Caren maybe you shoudl take lessons from Liny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Good to see you posting. Hope you are feeling better.
Hey RIF! We seem to be on opposite shifts lately. Having fun with all the meetings?

Robby if you really want this job, then ok I hope you get it. I just have such a hard time seeing you move away from baby bear. Well, you will work out the best for you all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Caren, don't worry. I read your thread at first and thought, good heavens, what are you saying, then I read it again and saw what you meant.

I'm sure F-Again will realise what you meant.

What a day it's been on Idiotville today!

Jen

LINY, I'm sure brown will be absolutely thrilled to bits that you've just shared with the whole free world that she has her period.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Would you like me to have a word with her about what you'd like her to do now. Heh heh evil cackle. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

That could be worse book is awfully cute...my kids have it. It's kinda twisted though, all the things that happen to the Grandpa in that book LMAO

My WH called tonight to tell my DD10 goodnight (way earlier than bedtime cuz he's going out) I swear to you he calls me just to tell me he's going out....I just said "Tell your Dad I said 'Have fun and be careful'" Try to get a rise out of me will you....mwah ha ha it's not going to happen.

-Caren

Hey LINY - Hope you get to feeling better... and I hope Brown doesn't whack you for telling us all about "that time of the month" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hey FF - Got out of one meeting and I have another one in a couple more minutes...

Hey Jen - How's the weather down there? We've got sunny skies, high today is supposed to be in the mid 50's...

RIF, you must have missed my post about our terrible summer. LOL.

Funnily enough today the sun was out and it got quite warm.

Thank you again everyone for your thoughts and prayers for my son's friends' families.

I thought I was up to posting on I-ville tonight but I don't think I am just now.

As F-Again said, you are my angels. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Love ya all.

Jen

Okay....did you guys all go out and get lives? sheesh!!!

I've been talking to myself all night on here LMAO

-Caren

Hey Caren - I'm still here... just got out of one meeting and am getting ready for another... Bob's traveling so he won't be on... I think I saw LINY and AW around here somewhere...

Morning. Anyone around, NOW?

Hi fighting no your not alone -just wandering around -trying to find myself.

Hi, Realtor. Me, too! What a journey, eh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Realtor!

Welcome to Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I am the Mayor!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Do you know the rules?

no I do not know the rules -what are they ?

{{{Robby!}}} Is the strangeness over, yet? I thought I was going to have to leave I'ville for good last night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Coffee? Bagel?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by realtor:
 no I do not know the rules -what are they ? <hr /></blockquote>You must tell us three non-A related idiot things you have done....

AND GET A JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 {{{Robby!}}} Is the strangeness over, yet? I thought I was going to have to leave I'ville for good last night! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Coffee? Bagel? <hr /></blockquote>I'm a bit confused over what happened last night. Let's settle it with arbitration. I'll be the judge.

Now faa, tell me your side of the story! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Okay, if we are alone. I will tell you but I WILL have to delete what I say, Okay?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Ok here I go -does laundry count ? I have solved some problems that came up with my job -I am working hard again instead of sitting on my a__s - I have decided to think about my needs not H. and am doing so. I have planned to go meet my sons plane when he flys back from Iraq -getting hard time for H about this one. but who cares what he says. I am here in MB. Ok Ok so maybe that is not enough or the righ stuff but I am learning..Ok so be patient with me.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 08, 2005, 07:55 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

realtor,

Alright you're new so I'll go easy...

THAT SUCKED!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

j/k

non-A means non affair, and a couple of those were too close.

I'll give you partial credit for #1...

NOT!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, you got mail. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good morning FAA! I'm all done with my meetings for the day.... thank goodness tomorrow is Sunday! Are you getting coffe for everyone? If so, I'll take mine with two sugars and lots of cream...

Welcome Realtor - I'm the city engineer and I work on the night shift.... By buddy Bob is off traveling and KiwiJ and AussiesWife are usually on during the evenings as well...

Howdy Mr. Mayor - How's it going today?

Morning RIF. Here is comes! Gee, you seem awfully busy with meetings these days. Is that good or bad? I alwys find that meeting take time away from doing "real" work. AND the meetings generate even more things to do. So, you usually end up with twice as many things to do in the same number of hours! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby, you are one funny Dude. I had to reply to that one. LMAO. Raw....

Morning from cold, rainy Las Vegas !!!! *Fanfarrrreeee !!! *

After a mere 27 hours door to door journey my poor jet lagged butt has managed only five hours of shut eyebefore waking me up !!

Just read the 18,167 pages of I'ville that develped in the last day !!!!!

Re English Cricket,Jen, yes its very very humiliating <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Re Hosea : When you post outside on the boards you offer it up for expert dissection and review. In I'ville its just like telling your mates, getting some sympathy and chicken soup for the soul.

It just adds more value when ao many I'ville stalwarts are so caring and experienced that they are HUGE help as well as uplifting and sympathetic.

More heart-opening takes place on here than anywhere else on the boards IME. Sometimes when I post up on the GQ2 board I feel a bit beat-up afterwards. I never do in I'ville.

Finally regarding folks replying to other folks requests on GQ2, well some days I am strong enough to help others and some days I'm not. When I'm not its too traumatic to play at helping out so I don't. That make any sense ? We're all walking wounded on here, and sometimes ( most times?) the 'lifers' add th emost value anyway.

All blessings.

* LINY, hope you feel better

* Jen, The loss of those young lives is a universal tragedy. Makes me guity for being sorry for myself 'cos I'm away from my family. And I'll see then in seven days.

All blessings to their loved ones, and peace to your hearts.

* I'ville

I'm missing Squid like I did when we were nineteen and first dating ! I so love her.

I left her the " dialtone affaor" chapter from " Tprn Asunder" and the " surviving infidelity" chapter from "HN/HN" to read as home work while I am away.

And she agreed to read theM !!!!!!!!
BRILLIANT !

She said 'books are crap' but said " we'd probably be divorced now without SAA, and thats the truth.

Called them just before, kids are fine, Squid is missing me !!!!!!!!!! WHOO HOOO!! Its lovely to be misse dby my Baby. AND the hotel isn;t triggering me this time.
Oddly...I have no fear of NC being broken while I am away either. Partly because theres nothing I can do about an dPARTLY I have been cogitating on some of Squid's responses in the last couple of days.I am CERTAIN she rerest the A, and is seeing OM for the person he is now.

And she can see how much I love her. She TXTed me and said " who's gonna kiss the rim of my wine glass while you're away ? I love you". ( I always kiss the rim of her glass when I pour her some wine...I never knew she noticed !).

Later folks, battery running down on my laptop !

Love to all.

((((I'ville}}}}

Mornin Idiots!

CORRECTION: brown's period is over!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

BOB!!!!!! Glad you made it safely.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />And she agreed to read theM !!!!!!!!
BRILLIANT !<hr /></blockquote>Sliding a guiness to squid! (Who cares what time it is!!!)

Welcome realtor!

Have a great weekend all!

Brown,

I heard:

Itâ€™s Arts and Crafts Week at Panty Camp!

Youâ€™re Rebooting the Ovarian Operating System.

Youâ€™re Saddling Old Rusty.

Itâ€™s Game Day for the Crimson Tide.

Youâ€™re Trolling for Vampires.

Thereâ€™s been a Massacre at the Y.

Youâ€™re Playing Banjo in Sgt. Zygote's Ragtime Band.

You got A Dishonorable Discharge from the Uterine Navy.

Miss Scarlett's Come Home to Tara.

Youâ€™re Taking Carrie to the Prom.

Youâ€™re Feelin' Menstru-riffic!

Panty Shields Up, Captain!

Clean-Up in Aisle One!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning, Bob. So you're on the same side of the pond as us, eh? Actually, closer to me than to RObby. About an hour or so northwest by plane. Bet you're counting the minutes til you get back home. YOur recovery is an inspiration to me and it gives me a little bit of hope.

Take care.

I'm sure that will sit well with the ladies Robby! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

what a way to start the morning...eeewwwww...but funny! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

morning all.......glad you made it safe bob.

LINY <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Sit well? <hr /></blockquote>Are you trying to make a funny? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

bump - just heard our wedding song on radio on my way to office almost ran off the road -cried like a baby. Haven't heard it in years. God I loved that song..during move south lost the cd glad I lost it feeling like I have lost myself and my life m-where the hell am I. Can someone please find me. Thsi si sooooooo hard.....

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> And I didn't even realize it!!!!

First of all, YUCK! to working on a Saturday (unless your MB name fits your "real" occupation, then I can understand.
Second, YOU WILL MAKE IT!!!!!!! I don't know any of your sit, but, realtor, you will be OK, OK?
Third, what was your wedding song?

song was My endless love - can't remember who sings it now -mind is blank - goes like this two hearts beating as one -my endless love.. yes I am a realtor but think it best to call it a dfay -eyes are all swollen and red -don't look so hot

brown just asked, "You on already?" (Almost like another dreaded question one can ask a male! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Actually, never signed off last night as....well.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Realtor-chin up--you will be OK!!!!!

I/we will check in later!

Morning nikko. Is this a joke day? I HOPE so!

LINY, I am working today, too. SOftware testing and documentation. OMG help me to stay awake!Have to make up for the day I lost yesterday when I couldn't get out of the driveway. Otherwise not enough money to get back to the same city as WH on Wednesday or THursday. I am on serious countdown now. BLECH! Dread and anticipation both in almost equal parts.

Deep breaths, small prayer, a quick fresher-upper in the boudou (sp!?!) and head up--YOU WILL BE OK! OK? I'll check into your other posts later--we'll help you as best you can.

f-again--you too hon. YOU WILL BE OK! Only on my first cup o hoe myself. Need to take my meds now--all of a sudden this morning I'm coughing too. I HATE BEING SICK!

Hang in there gals!

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!! CAN I PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE break the rules and edit one little letter in my last post?!?!?!?!?!?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

NO WAY! I love it just the way it is!

Awwww FA-A, don;t say that ! It make me feel bad about posting bad stuff between Squid and me !!

I honestly think sometimes that the reason God didn;t let my Sitch get as bad as , say, yours is that I couldn't 've handled it. Your resilince staggers ame. Your faith humbles me.

You are an inspiration to me.

{{{FA-A}}}

LINY, NO WAY! You leave it alone! I laughed for the first time today. Here's your 2nd cup of "hoe" ROTFLMAO <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby,

Good luck on the job. I have a plan. Pick a time and all of us Idiots will send good thoughts, prayers, karma waves, and whatever in your direction.

I think if we all focus hard, we can accomplish something. You'll forget your wallet at home, get locked in the airport bathroom, or go through the interview with your fly down.

Morning DObie. I am still laughing at that funny LINY just pulled. (Tears streaming down my face from laughter for a change)

Bob, Thank you. I do have faith. In me and what I am trying to accomplish. And I learn every day from your honesty about your struggles. Not just the good stuff. It is a barometer for me. Okay enough mush stuff. Back to laughing [b]WITH[/b} LINY.

Dobie, you are sooooo bad! (I love it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

Ok, really going now...cya all!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 I think if we all focus hard, we can accomplish something. You'll forget your wallet at home, get locked in the airport bathroom, or go through the interview with your fly down. <hr /></blockquote>So will you be praying these things happen or don't happen!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Dobie, I agree. We can all say prayers and send good thoughts to Robby. To get locked in the bathroom forget his wallet AND go to the interview with his fly down. (Unless of course he really wants the job, then I guess we will have to direct the prayers to his competition, right) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> We have to make sure to get the right time zone though, because otherwise the prayers will affect so many travellers, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Can you just picture that? Mass hysteria in washrooms all around the world. Mass arrests for um, err, exposure. etc.

In case there is any confusion on the subject.

I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I really want this job!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OKay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> OKay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> OKay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> OKay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> OKay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> OKay <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jacob Two Two

Good Morning all.

RIF: I believe I was gone till you posted. I came on and was reading about 13 pages, I'd post a reply and then the last page would update. Then I get to the last page and Kiwi had just come on said about her son's friends accident. I felt so insensitive {{{KiwiJ}}}. So from now on I'll read all the pages, then reply.

Caren/Realtor: Welcome to I'ville. I didn't notice where anyone welcomed Caren.

Realtor I just went and read some your posts. {{{{{Realtor}}}}} Hang with us/MB and we'll help each other through these trying times.

Caren, if you didn't get the rules from Robby/Mayor. You need to give us 3 idiotic non-A related things you've done ANd get a job.

Robby is the Mayor, Jelly (Kyellow4) is the Queen/ town drunk, RIF is the city engineer, I'm commissioner of roads, Starz is our sniper, Believer is the warden, either Faithful Again or FightingAlone Again is our 411 information person, Fraggles was our bartender (but Robby took over that job as well), NotOnlyWords is the town psychologist, today I forget what Bob Pure is. Oh there's too many to remember. Help?

Bob Pure said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I honestly think sometimes that the reason God didn;t let my Sitch get as bad as , say, yours is that I couldn't 've handled it. Your resilince staggers ame. Your faith humbles me. <hr /></blockquote>Bob, I said something like this to my FWW shortly after dday. He gives us what we can handle. Sometimes, it may not seem that way, but it's true.

Actually, my plan is for us to work on him getting the job. But it's the nature of us Idiots to have things gone awry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

fighting,

I got to your post too late to read it, but feel free to email me at EDITED if you need a military spouse to talk to. Put your MB name on the title line, 'cause that's my email that I use for stuff that might collect SPAM and I don't want it buried with all the junk.

Dobie

Edited to keep my email from the SPAM harvesters.

[ January 08, 2005, 09:50 AM: Message edited by: Dobie ]

RH, Morning. So, true. I don't call it my resilience, though. I call it my determination to do everything in my power to save this marriage. Without losing myself. That is the proviso for me. And the other big one for me, is DD. Of course. WH is walking a VERY fine line and slipping daily on that one. So far, she seems to be handling it. BUt when I get there I will be able to tell better. I am trying to make lemonade out of lemons! Sometimes it works but if you forget the sweetener, it still is sour as he!!.

Hi Realtor, your wedding song was by Lionel Ritchie and Diana Ross. Just in case you ever want to buy it again. TT

Robby---You have mail. To make it easier, just respond here, unless no, then I'll be un-lazy and check my mail.

Dobie you have mail! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Ok, checking out till later. (Real football is coming on shortly.) Take care idiots.

Oh and btw, and there's no prizes today for whoever gets to page 400 first or post 6000. The mayor told me in an email, that the I-ville budget is severely cramped (or was that Brown)? or something like that. Maybe it was the queen....god save the queen.

L8r/RH

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />that the I-ville budget is severely cramped (or was that Brown)? <hr /></blockquote>Out goes the coffee!!!
ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!!

Brown's a gonna kill me if she refreshes herself on the last few pages!!!!

Gotta go myself...Mom picking up the girls to stay overnight...brown and I have sopme cleaning to do, shopping, then some football to watch!

Have agreat weekend everyone!

RH hope that helped <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby best of luck! Be safe!

TT thank you I really want to get that album -will buy it today. I am proud of myself -staying here at office has kept me stronger -especially with all of your advice here -thank-you . Almost got lost in my thought back to reality. I plan on talking to WH tomorrow while at his Dad's and I am going to be very clear with him on his bullying and demands - I will not tolerate this behavior any further. This started a year ago and has made me feel like a small child again -my Mother was like this and abusive physicall and verbaly - it was like sinking into old long forgotton habits. WOW what a memory -to think I would ever slide back to that -and my exhusband was the same way -to think I wsa allowing my H to treat me this way. No more I am back and see myself and what haas taken place. No wonder i have felt so bad. I could bang my head against the wall. Thank-you MB and my friends here...Bless you

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Almost got lost in my thought back to reality.<hr /></blockquote>Don't minimize your pain realtor--it's all very real. But it's also OK--you'll get through it!
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> No more I am back and see myself and what haas taken place. No wonder i have felt so bad. I could bang my head against the wall. <hr /></blockquote>Use your energy to go sell some houses! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
Really, don't beat yourself up over this. Whatever "side of the fence" you are on, we *ALL* have to learn. Way to go on your outlook! YOU WILL BE OK!

Realtor,

Yeah, what Liny said!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Holy cow has hell frozen over?!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

May need a new house in AZ soon.

Where are you?

I realize I can make it with or without him -I am the stronger in this relationship. I want to love him I really do its just that I do not like him or what he has done -he is deep in the fog. Although I think the A was already over that it had run its course. I still have not exposed the A but plan on it when he goes to MC with me - I will have the e-mail letters in a envelope for us to mail together on our way home. If he wants this marriage to work then he will mail them to OW H. If not then time for plan B. I will not live this way any more -he is either with me or not -not both. another question I need to ask but am afraid of the answer. My H jumped up in the middle of a move last Tuesday and said he was going to wash the house. We live with mildew here in the south. It was 4pm and I thought it strange for him to start at that time, but he said the wind finally stooped and I have to work the rest of the week. After 15 minutes he came running into the house into the shower -said I got the pool bleach on my privates. He only had it on the tip of his you know what and a little above his belt. I thought this was strange. He had a red rash and now as of last night blisters. Says it no longer hurts since Thurs am. Could this be herpes ? He did not have sex Tues am like we usually do when he has a day off. I am embaressed to have to ask but I have no knowlege of sex diseases..Stiil inocent at my age <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Thank you for the welcome...okay so 3 idiotic non A related things and a job? I have a job already...LMAO

I'll have to think about the 3 things though (I'm sure it won't take very long).

-Caren

realtor,

What does your women's intuition tell you about the "pool bleach?"

Before I found MB I downloaded an ebook by Katie Coston called "How to Gain Forgiveness and Respect After Your Affair." One of the steps she recommended was to go get tested for everything and then share the results with your S. The idea being that they would then have one less thing to worry about, knowing. It was really hard, it sucked but I did it.

Anyway, I don't know how you would get pool bleach, or any other corosive agent, near your genitals. Story sounds a bit suspect to me.

I live in Ohio and we get a lot of ice/snow in the winter, one time I was cleaning off my car, it had a thick coating of ice....so I'm warming it up and trying to scrape it, and I notice there is also a layer of ice on my headlights, so I'm trying to scrape that off too....then I got the brilliant idea to "TAP" the headlight to break the ice......it did indeed break the ice, as well as the headlight LMAO

2 more? Sheesh, I'm having trouble with this...I'm sure I've done tons of idiotic things, I just can't remember them...LMAO

-Caren

Ahh the old chlorine on the genitals, huh? I don't think that would blister anything....I mean you'd seriously have to leave it on there for a while for it to make it blister, unless his skin is crazy sensitive.

I have a pool, and I've spilled chlorine on myself a million times, and I'm a red-head with pretty sensitive skin, and I've never blistered...granted, I have never spilled it on my privates, that might sting a little LOL (Oh I'm sorry, I DON'T have a pool....my WH has the pool, I moved out)

I would be at least suspicious. Oh hey can I just SAY I spilled chlorine on my unmentionables and use it as one of my idiotic things?? LOL

-Caren

Actually, pool bleach is supposed to be quite a bit stronger than household bleach, so I think it's plausable. Particularly if it's on his stomach. I don't think any STDs would cause blisters there.

Here's my obvious question. Was there bleach on his clothing? If that area of his clothing got messed up, it makes it much more likely.

Oh who knows...I'm cynical, so you can discount 90% of what I say LOL

I read Realtors post to say that the chlorine got on his stomach and *****, not that was where the blisters were.

It's possible, the way she described it seemed sort of staged to me though.

-Caren

Welcome Caren and Realtor. Now get a job. Everyone in Idiotville has to work - no slackers.

Hmmmm - the bleach story sounds shakey to me. I think you CAN get herpes on your stomach, legs, etc.

Idiotic thing #2

Ah ha!!! I thought of another one. My sister and I took our kids bowling. At the time the kids were pretty young, so we got bumpers in the gutters so they wouldn't get gutter balls. Well my youngest daughter threw her bowling ball and it rolled about 2 feet down the lane and then just stuck there against the bumper, so I decided to go get it, not thinking that they OIL the stupid lanes.....I took one step out there, flew off my feet and landed hard on the ground.....My sister just about peed her pants laughing at me.

-Caren

Ohhh an idiotville job....gotcha.

What positions are open?

-Caren

Let's see - we have a mayor, a queen and loose woman, a engineer, a street super, a warden, a cook/exterminator, a party organizer and cleaner upper, an information woman, an educator/sniper, security, an attorney general, a cheerleader, a psychologist, a sportscaster - help me someone!

We need a bartender - they keep quitting (losts of drinking, and no tips)

Hi guys & gal

been reading the 'pool bleach' story LMAO
because Aussie got some on him on Xmas eve when he put the pool up for us all.
He mixed the 4 X normal strength chorine as was recommended & dissolved it into a bucket - again as directed - then went to pour it into the pool and of course poured it all over his front because he wouldn'e let me do for him hehehe... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

black shorts & blue T shirt turned white in big streaks in about 3 to 4 mins BUT it didn't burn his skin that I could see, just made him look a dill.......heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

robby---i downloaded that book and would love to discuss it with someone who actually read it----their thoughts and such. hubby hasnt actually read it yet so i havent heard anything from him....at his rate i will be 70 before he is done....

wanna share......

You're asking Robby?!?!? Tack on another 10 years to that 70!

hey---he brought it up.......

so no other ws's read it......dying to hear a ws's view on it

Book? What book? I wanna read a book!!!!

Can I run a prositution ring in idiotville?? LMAO Okay just kidding....trying to think of a non boring job.

-Caren

Caren - Only if you have both male and females. I think you could be our madam. I'll have to check with LINY - the AG, and Robby.

nikko,

Read it twice, cover2cover. We can discuss here or by email.

Your choice.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well things look a bit slow so its tme for a LINY 'did you know'...........

Hershey's Kisses are called that because the machine that makes them looks like it's kissing the conveyor belt.

If a statue in the park of a person on a horse has both front legs in the air, the person died in battle; if the horse has one front leg in the air, the person died as a result of wounds received in battle; if the horse has all four legs on the ground, the person died of natural causes.,,usually ...NAGGING..
ROTFLMAO hahahahahha <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW nikko,

You didn't read it, did you?

it was 100% pure pool bleach -very harsh- I do have to be honest

Robby - waiting for a proclamation from you and LINY - can I'ville have a madam?

I mean I hear that "Pimpin' ain't easy" but I think I'm up for the challenge...LMAO

-Caren

P.S. OMG tell me what book you're talking about Pllleeeeaasssseee

-

The Languages of Love.

Well that only took me about an hour to catch up. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

This thing moves at the speed of light.

Hmmmm, if I'm fast I might make the 6000th. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

BTW, morning all. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

oh I thought it was this one that Robby was speaking about

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Before I found MB I downloaded an ebook by **edit**. One of the steps she recommended was to go get tested for everything and then share the results with your S. The idea being that they would then have one less thing to worry about, knowing. It was really hard, it sucked but I did it.
<hr /></blockquote>see it shows how closely I was paying attention doesn't it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

AW said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hershey's Kisses are called that because the machine that makes them looks like it's kissing the conveyor belt. <hr /></blockquote>When I was a kid, we'd go to camp, conventions and different things. Us kids from PA would take Hershey's kisses and give them away. Called them PA Kisses, now if the girl was good looking and you were quick enough you could plant one on her before she was ready and it still counted as a PA kiss. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Robby - waiting for a proclamation from you and LINY - can I'ville have a madam? <hr /></blockquote>Two things...

1. NO. There are enough anti-Idiots already. Prostitution has been brought up on other threads and it gets ugly fast. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

B. and Liny? I'll forgive the typo! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ January 08, 2005, 12:56 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Hi Jen how are you??

Just finished painting the TV room & hallway - 2.50am here. Was WAY toooo hot to do today so had to wait until tonight.

Aussie chose this soft lemon colour, it really sets the decor off to finish our Mediterranean
look in Kitchen, breakfast, TV & entertainment rooms...suits the lifestyle here. It actually looks a very soft lime gold colour under lights.... Mmmm I wonder if I can get him to switch careers from Army to home improvements???

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Hey talk about calm waters.... plays a few hours of his games and NO probs all day <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey guys, how are you?

aussieswife does it again. Didn't she have like post 5000 or something? Oh well, no prizes this week just the glory of a job well done. Congratulations AW.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
see it shows how closely I was paying attention doesn't it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Very good AW!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

You get to go to the head of the class!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And take your interior designer Hubby with you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi, AW & Jell, don't want to go back over old news but things aren't so good in our house. My son got some very bad news yesterday which I mentioned about umpteen pages ago.

Robby, you wrote 1. and then B. I found that incredibly funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Who got the 6,000th post? I can never figure it out.

QUEEN JELLY BING!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

What are you doing here on the weekend?

Snowed in? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I decided to compile a list of my own. And since it's not complete and I'm an idiot, I need your help.

The list is a list of Idiotville jobs and workers. I have a few citizens who I don't remember what they do and a few jobs that probably go with them. Can anyone help me out and match the jobs to who they go to and those that don't have jobs, tell me what their titles are. Plus, there could be some mistakes that need corrected. Here's the list, have at it:

Robby13 is the Mayor
Jelly (Kyellow4) is the queen
KiwiJ is the loose woman
RIF is the city engineer
RecoveringH is the Road Commissioner
believer is the warden (and self proclaimed Posse leader; which after the Jelly thread was closed, Hurricane Ivan hit and she went to look for all the citizens of Idiotville and bring them to this thread <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
Starz is the educator/sniper, security,
LINY is the attorney general
Brown is the cheerleader
NotOnlyWords is the town psychologist
Aussieswife is the sportscaster (and generally comments on things Australian)
Tummytuck is the bra sizer
JustUss is the censor
Fraggles is/was the bartender
Bob Pure is the Ambassador

Faithful Follower
FightingAlone Again
Dealen-de (formerly NiosGirl)
Aussie2
nikko
realtor
CarenMc
Dobie

____ is the cook/exterminator
____ is the party organizer and cleaner upper
____ is an 411 information woman

OH RH, you guys will DO ANYTHING to get akiss wont you???
lol heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hi Jelly how are you this fine night/day..I'm just about to pack it in and grab some sleep....
Aussie is just cleaning up the paint rollers

We only ordered Pizza for tea at 11.45pm which I promptly threw up ... I'm starving I want real food..ice cream, choclate, ice cream, sob <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jelly has mail (but it's not important).

Well done, RH. How did you remember them all?????

And you are a very nice man, RH, it wasn't insensitive at all to have missed my post and keep on posting. It happens around here when things move so fast. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

Oh, guys, I can barely move, serious pain.

I'm too old to be riding a snowmobile. No, I don't think it was the snowmobile, it was the sled I was on with the kids, being tossed around like a ragdoll should only be done in the bedroom.

Oh, my back, butt, abs, arms, legs....

Gearing up to go out on a date with my ST.

I wanna work at the useless information booth.

-Caren

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Jelly has mail (but it's not important). <hr /></blockquote>OH RH, you don't realize how pathetic my life is, any mail is important to me, especially from you kind sir.

Jen, sorry to hear about your sons friend, very sad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

AW, how's my baby, I mean your baby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Partially from believer's one post and partially because I was on the welcoming committee while LINY was sick. You know the Mayor runs a tight ship around here. Some of us have to pull double duty (like the Mayor pouring drinks and serving breakfast)...

Thanks Jen! But it was what I felt at the instant I saw my post right after your post. Guess that's partially why this is Idiotville.

Lovyall (pronounciation Love Ya All)
RH

Aussie2 = Slacker, street type, beer swilling, no hoper

ROTFLMAO hahahhahahhahahahhahahahhaha

YIKEs
that so & so just dropped 2 ice cubes down my back....!!! just because hes a no hoper...hehehehhe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

REVENGE WILL BE SWEET in a very loving MB way of course <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jelly said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm too old to be... <hr /></blockquote>and
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> ...especially from you kind sir. <hr /></blockquote>And now I know you're not feeling well. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> ...being tossed around like a ragdoll... <hr /></blockquote>Hope you're feeling better Soon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I have to go guys. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

F-again, I'm leaving on a real sour note. I want to know what went on this morning, or was that yesterday morning???

Rule #1, YOU CANT EDIT!!!!!

You guys are killing me.

RH, sorry I don't have time to answer, I have to go get pretty. That should set you up for something funny to say. BRING IT!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Have a great Saturday everybody.

Robby, I posted on the weekends, you guys just all ignore me when I do, so it is short lived. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
 I have to go get pretty. <hr /></blockquote>Well you woke up this morning so that's taken care of. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[QUOTE] [CORRECTION: brown's period is over!!! /QUOTE]

Oh, Liny, Liny, Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

bye family

OH the baby is fine , growing and GROWING and making my clothes look small already...hehehhe but all growing well and giving me some very STRANGE cravings.......... marinated artechokes oh yum yum with peppers and fresh oregano slllurrrp

Mmm thinking of which .......... add some big anchovey fillets with a bit of olive oil...

unfortunately it tastes so much better going down than coming up ,,, but you cant make an omlete without breaking some eggs can you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Don't forget my job! I'm the confused restroom attendant!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> RH, sorry I don't have time to answer, I have to go get pretty. That should set you up for something funny to say. BRING IT!!! <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

How do you go get something you already have?

Caren: I think someone already has the 411 information job. I just can't remember who. We'll think of something tacky for you. Tell us little bit about yourself. You said your from Ohio, right? Robby used to be from there. Maybe you could be the Mayor's assistant? Nah, we can do better than that.

Well, I need to go too. I want to get the mower/ tractor ready for snow (or at least take off the mower deck so it will be easier to attach the snow blower when needed).

L8r idjits,
RH

Realtor,

I don't think you said whether there was proof of bleach on his clothing, or maybe I missed it. But if he did, I'd vote for it being an accident. I can't imagine any man who had herpes or any other pre-existing sores on that area deliberatly spilling a caustic substance on there for any reason.

Dobie

Now, I'm really sounding like LINY, saying I have to go and keep posting. Guess I know what he's going through when he's here. Nah, that's not it.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm the confused restroom attendant <hr /></blockquote>Dobie, how could I forget this? I must be an idiot.

RH,

That's ok. I was smoking in the boys room again and you forgot about me.

Dobie

The job for Caren is right here -
I'ville's Public Relations Officer for our present Administration releasing all sorts of useles polices and information like .......

The Mayor - He does not have a beer gut; he has developed a LIQUID GRAIN STORAGE FACILITY.

and as for Liny the AG well..

He does not get lost; he DISCOVERS ALTERNATIVE DESTINATIONS

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I polled my husband. (What fun!) He said that he wouldn't pour bleach on himself under that circumstance for 50 million. He's trying to imagine a sum of money that would make it worth his while.

I'm not pregnant, but that sounds REALLY good!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
 OH the baby is fine , growing and GROWING and making my clothes look small already...hehehhe but all growing well and giving me some very STRANGE cravings.......... marinated artechokes oh yum yum with peppers and fresh oregano slllurrrp
<hr /></blockquote>

Well off to bed all

Big hugs to everyone <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

DipiT is the Public Relations Officer.

and KiwiJ is Madam President of the City Council.

FL used to be Chief Counsel on the Jelly thread.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 Realtor,

I don't think you said whether there was proof of bleach on his clothing, or maybe I missed it. But if he did, I'd vote for it being an accident. I can't imagine any man who had herpes or any other pre-existing sores on that area deliberatly spilling a caustic substance on there for any reason.

Dobie <hr /></blockquote>Ok, Did he or did he not have bleach spilled on his clothing. I think if he DID NOT then it's possibly a cover story. ie no bleach was spilled. Got it?

Easy enough to tell if pool bleach would cause blisters. Read the label.

He did not pour bleach on himself -Dobie - although I wish I had - clean up anything he amy have had. This was an accident or so he says. I am going to llok him in the eye -which one I do not know and ask him flat out. I know when he is lying which is most of the time.He gets nervous and will not look me straight in the eye,somtimes he twitches if I get to pushy -sounds like the time to get pushy is now. Maybe I'll be holding that 3 gal bottle of bleach when I ask!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> That ought to make him confess.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> WE shall see -he called and wants to stay home and not go to his Dad's until Monday. If nothing else these last two years - I have taken care of me -I look great - gone down 6 sizes in clothes -guys are hitting on me -even though I could care less. Who wants a man after all of this -maybe just his spare parts <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I feel I look fantastic -new clothes ,hair, amkeup -spending my $$$ on me for a change sure feels good. Going to see my son when he returns in March from Iraq. H thinks thats a crazy idea. Won't even tell you what he said about that -cuz it doesn't matter I'm going to see him when he arrives. You guys are great Love to all. I feel stonger and better than I have in 2 years. Thanks

im back----i needed to take a nap...lol

here would be fine mayor sir.....and yeah i kinda read it...why not...no else in this house was gonna. i figure three years out and what the heck.

so what did you think of it?

and for the record-----i wanna be head chef!

Even if he cleaned it up, the clothing should be pretty trashed. Strong bleach would have caused a lot of damage. I guess my point is that if there was bleach on that area of his body, he probably didn't have a pre-existing rash. If he pretended to have gotten bleach on himself, that's where the concern would be.

wheeew---good god i thought i killed another one!! thanks dobie

crap now im last again....uh oh........

Well, good afternoon idiots! 10 pages of reading to catch up with you busy non-workers. Liny, if I were brown you may be waiting a while for some recreational activities.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

RH, I am the 411 information lady. (whew clears that up) and part time short order cook

Been off working on class I taught for the women at our church this morning. Phew, glad that is behind me.

Jelly you are already pretty darlin'! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby, praying for your interview.

Hello to Dobie, FA-A, Jen, AW, A2, RIF, Nikko and big idiot welcome to Realtor and hello again to Caren.

Oh um Realtor, have you been tested???

Afternoon I'Ville.I am the clean-up person who voted for disposable cups and plates, cause it was way too messy in I'ville. All that carousing, doncha know? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oops, I forgot. Jelly, I did NOT edit in I'Ville. ASked first and then took it offline. All taken care of. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sorry about the owie parts. Me too. Had to shovel that awful stuff yesterday and my shoulders are begging for mercy today!

Hi, everyone else. See me waving? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

LOL Dobie

LINY so Brown is your wife I take it? Why the heck do you call her Brown? I'm sure she'd be tickled pink to know that you announced that her 'Aunt Flo' is now gone LMAO

Yeah, so my name is Caren (You probably already figured that out) I'll be 37 on the 22nd of this month. I've been married for 9 years, together with WH for 12 (not counting the 4 months we've been separated). I have 3 kids...all girls, their ages are 19, 13 and 10. Only the youngest is biologically my husband's.

I was going to school for nursing, but haven't gone for the last 2 quarters, because of the emotional turmoil...can't concentrate.

I work at a hospital as a Patient Care Tech. I work on the trauma floor, so it's never boring, and we are a 'Level 1' trauma center, which means we get all the gnarly stuff...it's pretty cool.

I've lost like 20 lbs on the 'Your husband's cheating on you' plan, so I weigh like 120, I'm 5'6" and a 1/2 (Don't forget the 1/2), auburn hair. I'm the reason for the saying dynamite comes in small packages.....LOL.

I don't really have any hobbies, I need to get me one of those.

I am currently plan Aing my husband. Have no solid evidence of the affair, but plenty of circumstancial. WH totally denies any type of affair, says he just doesn't want to be married anymore.

I hacked into my WH cell phone account, then got all ballistic on Christmas Eve and threw the print outs in his face, so...ummmm he changed the password. I also hacked the OW's cell account, but shhhhhhhh....I don't think that's legal.

Was hospitalized for suicidal thoughts, currently off work on temp. leave. I'm on an Anti-D (Zoloft) but it's not working...and yes, I've been on it about 3 months. Also on Xanax for anxiety and Ambien to sleep. (Never had any of these problems prior to D-Day).

WH and I have been separated for 4 months (I think I mentioned that once), I only started plan A about a week ago....before that I was just thrashing around in pain.

That's about it. I'm all screwed up...LOL

-Caren

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm all screwed up <hr /></blockquote>No Caren, YOU are not the one who is screwed up.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by nikko:
 here would be fine mayor sir.....and yeah i kinda read it...why not<hr /></blockquote>A special note:
This book was written for the partner who had an affairâ€”if thatâ€™s not you, then please give this book to your spouse and do not read it; it wasnâ€™t written for you. If you want your partner to undo the damage they did by having an affair, then youâ€™re going to have to give them the opportunity to do itâ€”on their own. I know the pain that you feel right nowâ€”and I know how hard it might be for you to put this book down. But who can tell your spouse how to soothe your pain better than a person who has also experienced it? No one. Please give me some time alone with your spouseâ€”and do not read this book.

i know you probanly arent familiar with my sitch so ill try to be simple.....aint friggin gonna happen no way no how.......he hasnt done one follow up to one thing hes promised at all....lol

i read the book and wanted input from ws's as to if they thought it was helpful. there is so much written for the bs's but this is intended for the ws. maybe it could help others and i never saw it recommended. thats why i am asking.

i have no more real hope for my marriage...its been so long and ive lost so much additional trust, faith and respect for him since d-day. so i figured it may help someone else. but i wanted ws's opinion before i started really recommending it around.

any thoughts??

FAA said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> See me waving? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>I see your tongue waving

Caren: Brown is LINY's wife.

NOW is my W.

Shivering Timbers is Jelly's H.

Robby: Caren is still looking for a job here in I-ville. Any suggestions? (Maybe our TNT sales person?)

[ January 08, 2005, 04:18 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

see---this is why i didnt post much here---im a thread killer!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ok its sat night---im alone drinking kool-aid reading computer and alone.....i knew i would kill this if i came here.......where the heck is everyone.

I have to go get pretty now.

I'm still here. I have no life. I spent the day pulling toilets, and taking them out in the yard to snake them (in the rain). But did have success. I got two balls, a eyeliner pencil, some change and a plastic boat out of them. Now they work.

Hoboys, this conference is boring !!!

A few drinks with old friends at the Irish bar tonight in the 'new york new york' hotel.

Lovely txt from Squid at bedtime ( for her). She does love me you know.

I hope she does her homework ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I have to go get NOW. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

What am I saying?

NOW: Hmmm, all you did was put on some chapstick.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I have to go get pretty now. <hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

How do you go get something you already have?

Oh, I see put some chapstick on to keep those luscious lips soft for me.

Get a room you two!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Bob!!

Make sure to stop by the Dragon Pit!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Robby, if I don't "see" you again before you go to AZ, I really, really, really, really, really, really, really hope the interview goes well and you get the job.

I also really, really, really hope you don't get locked in the bathroom and go through the interview with your fly undone.

Now, remember the woman I was on the interview panel for.

These are the rules:

When they ask you anything just nod and say "yes." Don't elaborate or expand in any way.

When they ask if you have any questions ask about pay and leave.

If you do that, you're a shoe in. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

OOh, I forgot she was wearing some sort of weird fur lined boots and a weird hand knitted sweater.

That look is a MUST.

Jen

I quite like talking to myself.

I have very intelligent conversations.

Ha aha ha ha ha.

Jen

Funny Kiwi!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

JETS! JETS! JETS! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Mr. Mayor - I'm reporting in for nightshift duty... Glad the jets won...

**** the Jets...

Just trying to make Liny happy!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey LINY - So are you happy that the Jets won? Has Brown let you back in the house yet??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning I'ville! Good Luck RObby!

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks faa!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby's Checklist:
1. Keys
2. Tickets
3. Beware of Bathrooms
4. Laptop
5. Zip! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

SMILE!

Can one of you very kind idiots just summarise the bleach story. I went back about 9 pages and still never got to the start of it. PRETTY PLEASE. It sounds intriguing. TT

Can I say....

J-E-T-S-JETS-JETS-JETS!

Had to get that out...Gotta catch up now--I see we have been all busy last two days! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I got two balls, a eyeliner pencil, some change and a plastic boat out of them. Now they work.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hehehe.

Good morning I-ville. Lots of Christmas clean-up to do. The wise men have come and gone...Until next year!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />We only ordered Pizza for tea at 11.45pm which I promptly threw up ... I'm starving I want real food..<hr /></blockquote>Well, I would think Australian pizza (actually, *ANY* pizza) outside of Italy and NY must suck!

Dobie, have fun polling today!

Robby, once again, best wishes to ya. We'll be praying. Do whatchya got to do, then leave it in His hands! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Have a good day everyone!

Hey tt! Bleach story....Realtor's WH supposedly spilled bleach on himself and genital areas--he has a rash there. (This part is still unclear to me, so maybe realtor can fill in the rest.) Still not sure if his clothes were ruined or not. He is insisting that it was an accident; realtor does not believe him (and why should she? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )

A2 enjoys getting bleach spilled on him and dobie's H would spill bleach on himself, if he were polled.

Did I get that right?

Morning Iville,

How are you today Liny? YOu sound back to "normal"??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I prayed for you last night Robby and will continue to do so. Jen, how is your son's friend? Sending prayers your way too. Bob, praying still for your Squid while you are away. Sounds like you are doing well. Very wet in Vegas right now, eh? I assume you are getting our rain as it passes through her. Feel like I am living in friggin' Seattle! Where's the coffee?

B, that is such a funny pic in my of you cleaning out toilets in your yard. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We are about to go buy plastic containers and move stuff from our wet basement into plastic. 2.5 years in this house and we still haven't unpacked. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Oh and we are going to buy a new mattress for our bed <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Says to me that my H IS committed to staying. Did I happend to say how much I love him??

Caren and FAA, not really my business but I believe there was a major misunderstanding of humor between the two of you. Hope you can both move on. FAA, are you getting ready to move? How is DD12 doing?

Hugs to you all {{{iville}}}

Any of you see this before?

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Hey ff...Thanks for asking...(everyone else too!)

Yeah, fever finally broke, still feeling nausea at times. (I really think that is because I started lexapro.) But, not "ho-hum"--starting to get some energy back and need it today--Mom has the girls so this is ideal "clean-up" day

Have "fun" unpacking/repacking!

Yeah...You can only use 8 emoticons.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Morning FF and LINY. Coffee's on. FF did you have a flood? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Oh Liny, I am on lexapro. The first week was pretty bizarre but after that I felt much better. Very few side effects. The nausea will pass soon. The worst for me was I had trouble sleeping for a couple days and I also had a couple days of this really strange feeling of clarity. Not in a good way, but like all my faults were amplified and right in front of me. Thankfully that passed too.

FF did you have a flood? We have had massive amounts of rain recently. So much so that the ground is saturated and is leaking into our basement. My H has the ground covered in plastic and trying to divert it away from the house but there is so much it gets in there anyway. Thanks for the coffee FAA <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

hi faith, Fightin, liny and all who are in the I'ville tonight

how are you all.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Mornin' f-again. Need to refresh my cup!

ff...I'm also taking wellbutrin...I'm told the combo really works well, especially with my G thing. (OK, that doesn't sound good!) I was on trazadone (by suggestion from my quack, even though I requested lex) and not only did it kick the crap out of me (which I can't have--not with the 3yo) but also gave me VIVID nightmares.

OK...really gotta go...have a great day gals!

Hey AW! Get some sleep. (Yeah, you too A2--looking over her shoulder! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> Where have you been, man?!?!?)

Hey ff, just read your response to hosea: <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Cya!

Morning all. It is raining here too. Has been raining for a week. And it is coooolllllllld, 55 degrees.

Hi believer

55 IS COLD we are 68 and cloudy, very tropical like sticky night but cooler tonight than all the last 10 days... getting hotter this week though...expect 100+ in the shade again.

Aussie has been busy palying games, I've been busy painting walls & getting Aussie to help me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW - Sounds like the games are helping him. What kind of games are they? My sons have a playstation 2, and have all kinds of crazy games.

well he has vice city, something about Japanese warlords, ROME - total war, and heaps of games belonging to our son as well......then he has PC games too........
TAlk about second childhood hehehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm always separating the two fighting over who was going to play first now .....LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

But he seems SO relaxed after - is well worth it, just getting away into a fantasy land seems to help a lot.
And our sex life has gone WAYYYYYYY up haha <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

As the Doc explained it to me what it does is act as a buffer and stress reliever and allows him to come back into OUR world. Apparently he picked it up on a US Army blog site where a comment was made like 'it helps me get rid of stress' by a player to a doctor in the Marines and it has gone on from there.

He says they have imported a whole swag of games into Iraq & Stan for the troops to buy & use on supplied PCS & PS2 etc.

Speaking of which he has just won his game so wants to celebrate,,,,so have to go <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

have a great day all

AW- I'm very interested in this. When I worked with the casualties from Fallujah, I took lots of games to the hospital. But I didn't take the violent ones, thinking that wouldn't be good for them.

But I can see where game playing might help. Men are so strange.

RIF and A2, cna you check out this thread? They are just starting into recovery and he will be deployed to Afghanistan in March. Understandably she is concerned if they can recover while he is gone 12 to 18 months. frozen1229 thread

Thank you.

b, are you in So. Cal too?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by robby13:
 Hey Bob!!

Make sure to stop by the Dragon Pit!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Where/what?? sounds interesting !

Awww....just talked to my Squiddy: she's gottn a kidney infection while I'm away. Had to happen while I'n not there to help out with the kids wouldn't it ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

She feels awful. Awww.

Still, life goes on, right ? :oD

Its a miracle - nothing less - that my Squid is back, and loving me. A miracle.

Wish me luck!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob:

New York-New York Hotel & Casino is proud to announce the opening of the new Asian "Dragon Pit" gaming area. The Dragon Pit features Mini-Baccarat, Three Card Poker games, Pai Gow Poker and Sic Bo. The games feature all-new designs developed around the Dragon Pit theme.

Robby, God Speed you sucess, mate.

I was in NY NY last night s it happens in the times square bar ( dualling pianos etc).

Fine time, got back at four with my ears ringing off th evolume and my voice like lee marvin offa the cigar smoke ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Once again, GOOD LUCK ROBBY!

Bob, brown got very insulted that you went to "NY NY" and didn't visit us! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Had to explain to her the hotel in Vegas!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />she's gottn a kidney infection while I'm away. <hr /></blockquote>Probably the damn FL water kicking in!

Sorry to hear...well, gotta go...lots of R talk today (and other family stuff. Don't know the full story.)

This A stuff really sucks. That's my sommentary for today. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Have a good weekend all!

How many of you lose your 'log-in' just as you are about to post and then by the time you sort it out you've forgotten what it was you wanted to say. If I didn't keep losing mine, I'd be up there with Starfish and Kam in that top five poster spot!!

Anyway Liny, just checking in very quickly before I get ready for work. Thanks for filling me in on the bleach story. That is a classic. I assume Realtor's WH now has brassy yellow pubic hair as well as the rash. Sometimes, if the bleach is too strong, the hair can even turn green! So, if he was naked with the bleach, the hair will be a dead giveaway, if not, his clothes should have white patches all over the crotch area (from the bleach - not the Monica Lewinsky kind). Bizarre.

And finally, Bob, I just had a flashback to the Film "Love Actually". Have you seen it. I love it when Colin the English man goes to the States and purely because of his English accent, has the girls flocking all over him. Do people really get excited about English accents over there because, if they do, I might have to head over!! Sorry to hear about Mrs Pure and her kidneys but being rough justice perhaps. (Did that thought cross your mind or am I just horrible). TT

Hi TT. I lose my login all the time. I have learned to copy my reply then login again and the paste my original thoughts without losing them all the time. Has saved me tons of time.

Hey FF - I'm checking out Frozen 1229's thread now...

Hey Bob - When are you heading back? Glad to see "Positive Bob" again!

Hey AW & A2 - How are things down under? Still nice and chilly here...

Hey Mr. Mayor - Good luck on the job interview!!!

LINY - How's it going?

Hey TT - I sometimes get logged off right after I post... not sure why it happens...

Hope everyone is having a good evening.... I'll be in and out on the night shift this evening (still have tons of meetings to go to today!)

Hi, all - went shopping today. Shoe shopping. A girl can't have too many, you know. And bought some new, smaller pants. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Hope I continue to lose some more. weight, not pants.

IB in a nasty mood when I came home. Combative. Maybe he had a fight with Curly? Hope hope hope hope <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Just caught up on the ten pages I had missed. Wish there were a faster way to do that.

Okay, we seem to have a lot of newcomers that need jobs. Perhaps we need a list of potential jobs that are available. I'll start.

Personnel director
Professional surfer
Undertaker
Bookstore owner
Editor
Stewardess
Pilot
Moving van driver
Cruise director
Liquor store owner
News broadcaster
Elephant trainer
Computer repairperson/network administrator
Lightbulbscrewerinner

OK - your turn.

i can do the elephant training---gotten pretty good after living with one in the room for over 3 years.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

i still wanna be the head chef though.....

Hey Starz - How are you doing this evening? With all of the coffee and drinks here in I-ville, I think we need someone in charge of washing all of the dishes! Any volunteers???

Most of the women in I'ville are in favor of disposable dishes and utensils. I know I am. This is our little fantasy world, isn't it? Expense is no object, after all. And we don't have to worry about protecting the environment because there isn't one!

Life is good.

Great point Starz! I'm all for disposable dishes...

If someone volunteers as liquor store owner they need to deliver. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How's it going RIF, Starz & Nikko? Muddy flood in our basement yuck. My H is still down there finishing up. Got most of it done. I sure wish this rain would stop. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm off now to take a bath and go to bed. Must go back to work in a.m. Yuk.

Good night, all.

(You too, Justuss. By the way, good save on that Interview thread. What was that all about?)
Weird people outside of Idiotville. I'll just stay here where it's safe. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

BTW, Robby,

I really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really hope your interview goes well and they offer you the sky, moon and starz!!

RIF, Thanks for replying to Frozn1229. You are such a blessing to have at MB. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Gotta get stuff done. Kids go back to school tomorrow. {{{Robby}}} for your interview.

Be safe all.

hi, anyone around?

oh well, nite i'ville

TT you said :And finally, Bob, I just had a flashback to the Film "Love Actually". Have you seen it. I love it when Colin the English man goes to the States and purely because of his English accent, has the girls flocking all over him. Do people really get excited about English accents over there because, if they do, I might have to head over!! Sorry to hear about Mrs Pure and her kidneys but being rough justice perhaps. (Did that thought cross your mind or am I just horrible). TT

With my midlands accent I am mistaken for Ausstralian by most Americans TT ! US folks expect Brits to speak like London/SE folks I think !.

There was a lass in the pub last nite I had to fight off with a stick. Bloody conventions are basically shagging fests aren't they ?

Thing is with this girl, my saying " I am a happily married man, here, look at this picture of my wife and kids in my wallet" just made her think I was even lovlier.

* sigh *

I am a bit of a miserable bugger at this event I must admit. Not getting drunk and not flirting, that basically excludes me from everything but work ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

...and yes you were just being horrible...poor Squid isn't well at all. I don't think back ache and the trots is God's vengeance upon her ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I've taken note of what Hosea said about none of us posting outside I-ville (except you, Bob, LOL, you're our notable exception and you never kill a thread). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I feel so vulnerable outside our little town but so many people have told me in the past that I've helped them that I'm willing to give it a shot.

Jen

Yep, pretty much why I don't bother. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> Not you guys, I hasten to add.

I'm still a bit emotionally charged after our awful weekend. Two young lives and a baby's life just snuffed out. It just makes everything else seem so unimportant. I'm not really in a very good place to post here at the moment.

Sorry, what a downer I'm being. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

He FL - I'm here... kindof off and on between meetings though...

Bob - How's it going??? When are you getting back home?

Jen - Whaddaya mean nobody else posts outside of I-Ville??? I've got posts all over GQII and JFO... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Yes you do RIF and we'd be a lot poorer for it if you didn't. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You're one of the nicest posters on MB and you always speak to people's hearts. {{{{RIF}}}}

I was just coming back on to I-ville to delete my downer posts but I saw you'd replied so I'll leave them there.

They'll soon get swept along and be a hundred pages back before we know it.

I always remember after Believer's "confession" to us she was willing the thread to gather speed so her posts would be lost. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

See you Idiots. Gotta go now.

Jen

Hey Jen - I'm sorry that you are feeling down... I've been praying for that young family... it's very sad. You always give great insight to those BS that are hurting so much... so I do hope that you will continue to post outside of I-Ville....

BTW, seems like I've been the "thread killer" around here lately! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Morning Idiotville!

Almost 4 hours since the last post. Whew, might even be able to give some folks time to ketchup.

yuk, yuk, yuk

Ok, ok, I'll stop being a hot dog or other..... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Good morning Idiotville.

Hey RH, I'm all ketched-uped. I saw you and Robby were both nice to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dobie said, I polled my husband. Me Too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

((((((Caren)))))) Just read your sit. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Faith, you have my favorite job here in I-Ville. The 411 lady, who knows nothing about nothing, or is that everything??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

F-again,. knowing you didn't edit,
doesn't make me any less curious. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Yeah, Liny's fever broke and the JETS WON!!!!!! Love the Jets, I'm jumping on that band wagon. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

For the love of chocolate, when is DRobbie's interview, I haven't prayed for him yet, or wished him well. Darn it!!!!!!!!!!! Quick somebody give me his phone #. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, love dualling pianos. So glad your Squid is loving you, not surprised at all!!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey, we don't have an Elvis impersonator, or do we???

Nikko, an elephant trainer sounds perfect, do you know we have named our I-ville elephant Peanut, he is a big fat b______! The mayor has went on many hunts, it was back on our Jelly thread, very, very comical. Out of control comical.

StarZ, all disposable stuff??? What will your anal retentive friend Jelly do then????? I'm way to busy to have nothing at all to clean. Very concerned!!!

Robby in case you are still around, I wish you the best of luck on your interview.

You can do this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Saying a prayer for you right now.

P.S.
Don't forget your fly, and a breathe mint!!

Hey RH - thanks for keeping up the thread! (I hate it when I'm a thread killer!)

Jelly, Jelly, Jelly - I'm so crushed that you forgot to mention me... and I worked so hard on the night shift too... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

OK - I'm over being crushed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Hope you have a great day today Jelly! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF, mate !!!. I'm doing much better thanks !.

I am learning that when I have a 'burden' to do something unpleasant that I need to do it makes me miserable until I do it. I REALLY REALLY needed to challenge Squid to do more 'recovery' work not just 'life support' stuff. I stuffed it all over the holiday season but one I had that talk ( even though it made my baby cry <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> ) I felt much better, like a boil had been lanced.

I should learn that when I have a burden to do stuff like that I should just do it, not stuff it.

I leave Vegas on Saturday, getting home Sunday lunchtime. I'm doing better than I hoped, I'm missing Squid but I'm not worried she is contacting OM, and I thought I would.

I thought about you earlier, I dunno how you do those huge seperations, NOT from a 'worry' perspective but from a 'not ENJOYING your baby and your kids' perspective.

Another three and a half months mate and you'll be there, just in time for spring !!

* KY, I still suspect Squid when she says sh loves me a little. After all she told that reptile the same words a few months ago so the currency of the phrase from her is cheapened a litle if I am honest BUT she behaves as if she loves me too, so thats gotta be good. Time will heal that in me, I know.

BORING day scheduled today, sat on my @ss on hard seats for six hours or so. I may buy a cushion !!

LOL!

* Jen, I know you feel exposed posting outside I'vile and ', not really sure why. Noodle has a problem with all WS/OPs, and had a pop at you a few weeks back BUT while her words were true, you KNEW that already.

BS ususally do hate OPs. Maybe thats the outer ripples of healing that needs to happen. FBS/FWS have to reconcile then together must face the others affected by the A outside the epicentre maybe.
I know Squid feels everyone who knows thinks shes a tramp and that I am crazy to take her back. Thats not acually true but it's how she feels.

Not saying you do Jen, just that you can hold your head up high here. Like somebody posts every month or so on the boards " it snot our sins that define us but our reaction to them'. You have reconciled with Rob and God , helped countelss broken hearts on here ( me included) and over time you will forgive yourself completely.

Stinging BS's might throw righteous rocks occasionally, but that don't mean you can't dodge 'em <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> .

Also sometimes when a simple truth is posted up, some people dunno what to respond. It doesn't mean the post wasn't welcomed or useful, just that nobody could argue with it.

I hope you can post on the wider boards sometime jen.

And yes, I go through phases - when I feel down or weak I feel hypocritical posting up encouragement to others. Also its a bit of a burden being a benchmark of plan A success sometimes. It feels I betray some desperate followers of my story when I moan about some small thing that is big to me.

Thats why I go though phases of NOT posting, like the past six weeks or so prior to this week.

Love yer Jen

{{{{{{jen}}}}}}

DEA

Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Interview is tomorrow at 11:30 am AZ time. Followed by 5 more. Should be done by 6. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jelly, the bar glasses will always need washing. Just can't drink margaritas out of styrofoam. The salt will not stick to the edge. (I've tried it) Of course, that is really the bartender's job, but since we don't have one ...

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown - need a chant here -

Go, Robby! Go Robby, go robby,gorobby gorobby...

RIF, Good morning RIF, you sweet sensitive fisherman you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> fisherman <hr /></blockquote>Just wondering where a fisherman goes to catch fish in the desert?

(and no this isn't a joke, at least not on my part)

morning Iville! {{{Jen}}} Sorry you are feeling down. Seeing a young life lost really is hard. I post outside of Iville too. I try to be open about being a FWS but I am a BS too. I have gotten beat up once or twice but figure hey i don't know them and they don't know me. I know the pain of being a BS and it is very hurtful. I have seen some of your posts Jen and they are very helpful and thoughtful. You and Jelly have been tremendously helpful to me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Big hugs to you RIF so far away from your family and protecting the world. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby prayers for you. God will let you know if this is the right sitch for you. PRAY before you go to the interview.

Ok, anyone else I missed {{{Iville}}}

Oh, and hi to Bob in Las Vegas. You are a good man Bob. Squid is a very lucky woman.

Since I can't afford to be fined by editing I am ***waving at RH*** say hi to NOW for me!

RH, did I imply RIF is fishing in the desert??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Kimmy (I still haven't found an abbreviation for you that I like since you switched your name. Do you have a preference?) <hr /></blockquote>Kimmy is fine. I like it a lot, in fact.

Starz - I was thinking of you on my way home Friday night - how we didn't hear much from you last week, so I sent up a flare prayer for you b/c I missed you. ((((STARZ)))

Robby - I crossed EVERYTHING for you - fingers, toes, legs....um, I even crossed myself for good measure! Good luck!

Jen, I love you hon.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Could this be Maurice Snedak? <hr /></blockquote>I don't think so...and I love him!

There a quite a few "out there" kids books that I adore: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - is a fav. The Fart Book is another.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hi fighting no your not alone -just wandering around -trying to find myself.
<hr /></blockquote>My eldest has a t-shirt that says: Try not to let your mind wander, it's too little to be out by itself.

Morning Faithful, will pass the hi to NOW.

Morning Kimmy (almost put Dealan, just to throw you off)

KY:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> did I imply RIF is fishing in the desert? <hr /></blockquote>No. Just not sure where you got that RIF was a fisherman, probably from a conversation that I missed? Anyway, I wasn't sure if you mean he fished in the mid east or if he was a fisher of men (biblical reference) or what?

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning Kimmy. How are you today darling???

You look great, I can sense it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Sure is pretty out here!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Had a heated conversation with W Saturday night. Asked her what she really thought about AZ job. She said "Well, you'll never see S."

D is going to be ugly.

Custody uglier. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

{{{{{JEN}}}}}

I understand completely. However, you are a "wise head" as far as I'm concerned, so keep posting. There are those, who will only ever see us as a WS. Shame on them, but forgive them, they know not what they do.

Where is Bob when I need his quote??????

{{{{{Robby & little bear}}}}}

Tell my RICH cousin I said Hello. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Sure you'll see your son, you can come visit us anytime you want, why do you think we are coming to FL?? Mickey?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kyellow4:
why do you think we are coming to FL?? Mickey?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Yes, Mickey!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey, Kimmy - long time no MB.

How's the Texas coast this fine day? Yesterday was pretty. Thanks for the welcome, by the way. Last week was a killer, workwise.

Robby, are you documenting everything? You need to sit down and document everything she has done. (and said) If you were to get this job, the $ would allow you to travel back and forth to spend a great deal of time with S. Get a lawyer. Get joint custody. If you have to make her look bad in court, so be it. She is not blameless in all this either, from what I gather. Stick up for yourself. Above all, stick up for your son!! He deserves to spend time with you.

Stars once again steps down from soapbox.

Starz,

I'm documenting everything but it doesn't help as much as you would think. The mud will probably fly, but I won't throw first. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> If she starts it I'll finish it.

Talking to a lawyer this week.

She just thinks he won't be able to spend time out here because she doesn't want him to.

Duh! Lots of stuff I don't want going on. It's life. Deal with it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Yes, Mickey!! <hr /></blockquote>WRONG!!!!!!

We plan on adoptnapping!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Starz, everytime I'm in the car singing my lungs out to My Baby Takes the Morning Train, or whatever I chose that day, I think of you, and how much better you sing than and I, and for a moment, I wish to be. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> If only I could sing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Um Hello LINY - I'm the crunchy, granola, hippy type person!

Adding...

It goes to show the massive fallout that occurs at the end of a M, with or without an A to overheat emotions. Financially it will be me against her parents. That really sucks on so many levels. I love them and hate the hard road they'll be on as well.

Jelly & Jen & whoever else-

I honestly don't know who on here is a WS or a BS. It doesn't matter to me. (I can remember a few, but mostly I forget.) You see, I don't think of any of you that way. I just think of you all as my friends. We are all dealing with the same amount of pain and problems, no matter which side of the fence we are on.

I sincerely hope that when I rant about Curly it doesn't offend anyone on here. If you knew her, you wouldn't like her either!!

I'm just glad I have my Idiotville friends. No matter what the letters are.

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 Um Hello LINY - I'm the crunchy, granola, hippy type person! <hr /></blockquote>You forgot tree-huggie trekkie!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning I'ville:
FIrst, Jelly you have mail <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> . Second, Jelly I am the one that wants everything disposable. I got tired of all the margarita glasses coffee and beer mugs lying around. I am part of the clean-up crew. And it was pretty bad! I am really into the save-a-tree mentality. So for me to request disposable, wekk you get the idea.
Morning RObby, everything crossed up here for you too, Makes it hard to walk though <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning Starz. GLad you are back.

RH, See me waving back? Kimmy, hi there. Bob, RF, RIF, {{{kiwi}}} Hang in there.

Coffee, anyone? As if I need it. I have that call to the CO to make this morning. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Practising like crazy to not sound like a vengeful flake of a wife. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Give me a root canal without freezing over this one. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

We will not be using disposable cups, plates etc. in Idiotville. We will use glasswear, very expensive glasswear. We're growing fast enough to have a huge cleanup crew. Deal with it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Mornin' I'ville.

starz, you had some really good posts today!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Um Hello LINY - I'm the crunchy, granola, hippy type person!<hr /></blockquote>And....? (Already knew that, silly!)

Methinks the fisherman came up in the list starz provided of vacant occupations. (Although I do like the fisherman analogy and RIF!)

Speaking of that list...
Cross out EDITOR--no editing!
UNDERTAKER--no killing allowed (It's in the fine print of the bi-laws.)
And LIGHTBULBSCREWERINNER--don't need any lightbulbs in Iditville!

Hey Robby! How's AZ been?

Rough nite brown and I had--had to sit the boys down one last time--and Bob, it took every ounce of my strength not to jump across the table and kick the s#it out of my youngest son--we'll see what this week brings. Plan B ends 1/31/05--then it's Plan GTFO.

Have a good week everyone.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I sincerely hope that when I rant about Curly it doesn't offend anyone on here. If you knew her, you wouldn't like her either!!
<hr /></blockquote>Nope Curly is a _____ <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks Starz, didn't mean anybody in my safe little community of Idiots.

F-again, I replied. Try leaving your emotions out of it, just give the facts.

Morning all. Good luck Robby and F-Again. My roof leaked last night there was so much rain. I'm staying home from work to fix it and dry everything out.

Hey Bob! great to hear from you! Glad things are going well for you and Squiddy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Morning Mr. Mayor - How'd the interview go??? (sorry for the bummer with the W.... You are in my prayers...)

Hey Starz - I second the margaritas from a styrofoam cup!!! Gotta have REAL glasses! So we DO need a dishwasher!!!

Hey Jelly Bling! How are you doing this AM? I keep waiting for it to rain chocolate over here, but all we seem to get is dust...

Hey RH - No fish here.... 3.5 more months and I'll be heading back to the lake... should just catch the tail end of the spawn at Toledo Bend...

Hey FF - Your posts outside of I-ville are always great... Oh, and thanks for the big hug <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Kimmy!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> How's it going? I haven't seen you around much lately... but then again, I'm on the night shift and miss most of the 'regulars'...

FAA - Good morning! Is the coffe ready yet? Good luck with calling the CO... you're in my prayers too...

Morning Believer!!! You beat me in hitting the "send" button again! Sorry for all the rain, but hey, a day off is a day off... even if you have to work around the house, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ January 10, 2005, 09:46 AM: Message edited by: RIF ]

bummer Believer, looks like you folks have a mess on your hands. Hope clean up is easy.

I've missed you, I'm on, your not, your on, I'm not. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by RIF:
 Hey Jelly Bling!<hr /></blockquote>Bing!! Bing!!

Jelly Bing!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> You forgot tree-huggie trekkie!!
<hr /></blockquote>And comic book collector!

LINY - you'd listed everyone's jobs - those are mine!

Silly Mr. Mayor... I know it's Jelly Bing <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

But I like Jelly Bling .... Hey Jelly, which do you prefer??? Please do tell and I'll use that from now on... I promise! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

There goes RIF pimpin' out KY again!

Hehehe de!

Really gotta do some things around here before back to hell. (Still have a splitting headache.)

Have a good day all!

Robby: <blockquote>quote:<hr />Deal with it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>WAA, All this clean up is cutting into my RNs. Carousing, err, socializing, is up there on my ENs. Who else is on clean-up? HHHMMM? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Thanks RIF. I am so dreading this. Of course, it will take me hours to get through. And I am sure he will say he hasn't had time to look into it. YADA and all the usual military delay tactics/BS. And I have to go to work which means I won't be able to talk while there and I don't get off until after CO goes home. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

There goes RIF pimpin' out KY again!

Hehehe de!

Really gotta do some things around here before back to hell. (Still have a splitting headache.)

Have a good day all!

I prefer individuality. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

From Robby, Jelly Bing

From RIF, Jelly Bling

LINY -

1

2

3..... Quit pushing the button!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> There goes RIF pimpin' out KY again!

Hehehe de!
<hr /></blockquote>Hey LINY... Didn't Brown whack you with a 2x4 after all of those "that time of the month" posts???

Now Jelly is going to go after you! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey, on a more "serious" note, how are you and Brown doing???

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 WAA, All this clean up is cutting into my RNs. Carousing, err, socializing, is up there on my ENs. Who else is on clean-up? HHHMMM? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>It's your department. You're in charge. I'll budget you for a staff of 5. Now get crackin'!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Now, how the heck did that happen?!?!?!?! Triple post with a post in between! RRRRR!

OK, cya all.

Robby said <blockquote>quote:<hr /> Lots of stuff I don't want going on. It's life. Deal with it.<hr /></blockquote>Have I told you lately how much I admire your outlook on life. I know you are hurting, yet your not letting misery take over.

We have both seen that happen on here, it isn't pretty. You have much to be proud of.

RIF, Let Liny go, he owes me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where is Brown, I miss her?

Starz, excellent post:

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I honestly don't know who on here is a WS or a BS. It doesn't matter to me. (I can remember a few, but mostly I forget.) You see, I don't think of any of you that way. I just think of you all as my friends. We are all dealing with the same amount of pain and problems, no matter which side of the fence we are on. <hr /></blockquote>I think that's the key to I-ville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Hey LINY... Didn't Brown whack you with a 2x4 after all of those "that time of the month" posts??? <hr /></blockquote>She was a little embarrassed, but, she's over it. Hey, I know her cycle better than she does: only been wrong twice in the past 13 years! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> (And boy, were they the bestest "miscalculations" we have ever made! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Latest and greatest <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> from my life:

Dwh had a job interview in SAT Friday, then he was going to go have lunch with his brother.

When he got home, I asked how everything went, how his brother was, you know the usual. Small talk ensued. Cut to about an hour later, and I dunno why, but I asked if he went by to see the kids. Turns out he did.

Okay. I lost it. He couldn't understand why I lost it...kept saying, "You're mad at me because I went to see my kids?????" I said, "No, I'm mad at you because you didn't tell me a) you were going to see the kids; b) you didn't mention you'd seen the kids when you got home; and c) I'm sick and tired of this rollercoaster - first you say contact, then you say no contact, then you say contact?!?!" WTF????

I blew up! I went to our room, got his suitcase, and began packing his sh*t up. Told him I will no longer live on a emotional rollercoaster, that I refuse to be tossed and turned at his every whim...you all know. He said he wasn't going. Okay. I told him I want him out - that night. I don't want to see him or talk to him, that if he wants me, he needs to fix himself. He couldn't get it through his head that my blow up wasn't because of seeing the kids it was all those points I listed. Idiot!

So I sat him down and laid it all out these are what I expect from you from here on out, and if you can't live with them pack your stuff and go:

1. Tell me whenever you come into contact with "that person" - every time, and do so before I ask for it.
2. No lying - ever
3. No keeping ANYTHING from me - ever
4. Quit sleeping on the edge of the bed
5. Love me back!

Long story short, he agreed to all of them and knows one broken item means a suitcase on the lawn.

After that, our weekend was nice. We lazed around all weekend, I made ribs Saturday night and home made pizza last night. After I put the pies in the oven, I kissed him in the kitchen, which lead to....ahem....other things. By the time we were done, so were the pies. I joked with him that I was the ultimate chick - give good lovin, then afterwards fixed him a cocktail and some great 'za!

He is such an idiot sometimes! I swear!

{{{de}}}
(no leaning--don't worry!) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Ok, this is Idiotville...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> margaritas from a styrofoam cup!!! Gotta have REAL glasses! So we DO need a dishwasher!!! <hr /></blockquote>I'm going to designate some electrons from the Office of Road's budget.

From now on, I suggest drinking out of an electronic cup.

You know, save an electron, recycle your email (or MB posts). <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

yuk, yuk, yuk

I vote for real glasses. We only have to pretend to clean them online. And from the number of daytime posts we get here, I suspect we have quite a few members who are good at pretending to work. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Dobie

I prefer Waterford. Perhaps e-Waterford stems?

Dobie - Hehe. I think you're right. I stayed home today to fix the leak in the roof and clean up. So far, I've had 2 cups of coffee, some Mexican sweet bread, fed the wild birds, and posted here.

Morning Idiots, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Thanks for all making me feel so much better. You guys are the best. Big smoochie hugs for you all. And thanks, RIF, for being my ear last night.

Time to up the medication I think. LOL. BTW since the doc changed me from Paxil to Ciprimil I'm SO much better.

Starz, I'm with Jelly on this one. I think Curly is a _________ too. LOL.

Robby, sorry about your w's attitude. All of us here know how you feel about baby bear and I'm sure your w does too which makes her attitude even worse. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jelly, great minds think alike. When (was it Caren?) wanted to be elephant minder I thought immediately of Peanut and Nippy and Billy. Comical? It was the funniest thing I'd ever read. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK, from now on you'll see my name all over the board, posting away in a frenzy. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

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[ January 10, 2005, 03:16 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Starz, since Jel and Jen are such (bwak, b-b-bwak) chickens, I'll say it out loud:

I think Curly is a slime-sucking, demon infested, trampy, nasty, icky, disgusting kooze.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I hope someday she'll see the error of her ways and repent, but I won't hold my breath as I'm rather fond of air.

Kimmy

ROFLMAO

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen,

Who is "he?"

Jen,

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[ January 10, 2005, 03:21 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

******EDIT******
Jen

[ January 10, 2005, 03:22 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Kimmy, YOU are an AWESOME woman!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Starz, I agree with the rest. I loved your post, yes here in Iville our tags of WS/BS are LOST and never to be found. That is why I find this place a refuge. It can be ugly out there.

Ok, guilty as charged. I will wash the dishes, I am supposed to be working and where am I?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hi Faith! (Say hi to those shoes for me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

NOW was here this morning, lurking, but never responded. Said she didn't feel up to it today.

(Sort of like sometimes when she's tired but won't nap, because she thinks its wasting time. Well, of course it is, but isn't that one of the things that makes it so nice?)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Hi Faith! (Say hi to those shoes for me <hr /></blockquote>Waving hi back to RH. YOu made me laugh, kind of reminded me of Nancy Sinatra singing "those boots are made for walking...." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Tell NOW that posting in Iville and naps are never a waste of time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Both will recharge your energy and make you smile.

FF - por que "awesome woman"??? I'm have a blonde moment.

Jen (I mean Jen, not RH) - would that be that ashat (to quote my dearling, Bob) that I've replied to? I hope I never run into him irl...he'd def. get a size 7 up his rear!

- Kimmy

[ January 10, 2005, 01:28 PM: Message edited by: Dealan-de ]

FF - por que "awesome woman"??? I'm have a blonde moment. Kimmy, I am talking about the way you handled your DWH.

Kimmy: I knew you didn't mean me. I finally figured it out. Emailed LINY to verify, but haven't heard back yet. I don't have your email at work or I'd send it to you too.

It's about time he's been "handled." LMAO!

You should've seen the look on his face when he figured out I was serious as a heart attack about him leaving.

Trip to SAT: $60 in gas
Lunch with brother: $40
Look on dwh's face when I tell him to get out because he omitted "one little detail" regarding his trip and I had to ASK about it: Priceless!

I'm ROFLMAO 2!!!

Thanks, girls, I needed that!

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[ January 10, 2005, 03:25 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

RH - **edit**

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Trip to SAT: $60 in gas <hr /></blockquote>My first response, Holy S_ _ _! You live further from there than I expected. But then Texas is big, gas may be up too or was he using that old Texas truck that gets 5 mpg?

Your priceless analogy was just that, priceless!

That's a trip both ways. Not $60 each way. Gas is at $1.72 (I filled up this morning).

Ugghhhh, dang computer systems at work. Been fighting with it all day. Slow as molasses! Hasn't helped that I-ville has been slow today. Must be b/c Robby's in the air or on the way to AZ.

Kimmy, you have mail (forward it to Starz if you wish, I don't have her email at work either). It would be nice if I could transfer my files between home and work on this stupid palm pilot. (Hey, maybe that would be a good use for a jump drive-always wondered what they'd be good for.)

Hi idjits. My best pal at work says I'm cranky. Can I hang here anyway?

GC

Kimmy, you know you WILL sort Nio out eventually. I just knows it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

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[ January 10, 2005, 05:23 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

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[ January 10, 2005, 05:24 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hi all again. Well, not making too much progress on roof leak. It is still leaking. The rain won't stop. But I have had a nice lunch, with a glass of wine.

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[ January 10, 2005, 05:25 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Jen are you posting at work AGAIN??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I've read some of his post. UGH!!!!!!!!!!

I can't believe Liny wasted so much great energy there, and now are you too. I'm off to check.

I know Jen, ***EDIT******* <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

[ January 10, 2005, 05:25 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Careful, Jen, mods're gonna getchya.

Kimmy, good work. He can either complain that you're too demanding and go pound sand, or he can get with the program.

Let's see, treated to a drink, a meal, and nookie? That hasn't happened to me... let's see... ever!

GC

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
I thought immediately of Peanut and Nippy and Billy. Comical? It was the funniest thing I'd ever read. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>Now that's a compliment!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thank you!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

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Subject closed from me now.

Yes, Jell, I'm posting from work. I'm SOOO bad. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

[ January 10, 2005, 05:27 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

ok,ok since SOME of us are not in on the joke..can you enlighten us?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

GC: No problem. Question for you. My DD's both got guitars for Christmas. What's the best way for them to learn how to play? Haven't found anyone locally that gives lessons. They do have a DVD and haven't really played around much with it or the guitars.

KiwI: I know what you mean, but with as many posts as he has, he's probably real. I had this employee one time and he didn't listen either. It got to the point where we had to let him go. I would say that he's not a good listener and probably doesn't have the handle on his sitch that he thinks he does. And because of that many on here have trouble posting to him.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I would say that he's not a good listener and probably doesn't have the handle on his sitch that he thinks he does. And because of that many on here have trouble posting to him.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Posts <hr /></blockquote>I agree with your summation RH, my prob with it is that it takes a lot of time and energy and then nothing seems to get through. Can be very frustrating. But, as I told Liny the wisdom in the responses are valuable for others.

Yes, GC you can hang here...but don't be surprised or offended if someone tries to cheer you up or get you drunk (or both <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Let's see, treated to a drink, a meal, and nookie?

Well, it was in order:

Wild Monkey Dancin
Followed by:

Cocktail,
Then:

Homemade pizza

I told Nio I am like that old joke:

What's the definition of the perfect woman?

One that'll do you good, then turn into a pizza and a six pack.

- Kimmy

RH - start them on chords. There are good videos that help them learn to start with. I teach 6 - 9 weeks of chords, then note reading. Coming back from Christmas, I do about 3 weeks of barre chords, power chords, and then spend 12 weeks on tablature. Music stores have access to all videos and books. Private lessons are a good idea.

Scuse me for butting in - but I have taught guitar for 15 years. Have 3 classes now. (That's when I get to be on MB -- during guitar class. Since it's self paced, they come to me when they're ready to move on. Lots of computer time. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> ) Also - please buy a $15 electronic tuner for the sake of your sanity!!!

FF, do you mean the Peanut, Nippy, Billy joke?

It sort of defies explanation and will sound completely unfunny if I try to explain it.

It involved lot's of ascii pictures and Robby's soundbites. The mods told us it was a complete waste of bandwidth.

Peanut was the elephant, Nippy was a very loud mouse and Billy was a (homosexual?) goat.

The key players were Robby, Jelly, YL, Kimmy and Dipiti. It went for pages and pages.

Jen

Starz, it was about that time I think you started lurking and laughing.

Jen

I agree with starz, but I would add one other thing.

In addition to learning chords, learning to play single notes is important for many styles of music.

The first thing I teach people is a simple 12-bar blues shuffle, all downpicked.

Or, if there's a song they like with something similar, that's even better.

I've been thinking about starting to give lessons again. I could use the extra cash.

GC

Yep, that's just after I came here. It was way too funny for words.

Robby, you on that plane yet? Get a move on. Remember, you need two extra hours to get on the plane because of your name.

Well, well, well. It's about time for everybody here to leave except for me. (It's about this time of day every day.)

Poor lonesome star. It's tough being a star, people keep mooning you.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
It was way too funny for words.

Robby, you on that plane yet? <hr /></blockquote>Thanks starz!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I really wish we had the old thread to get the story for anyone who didn't get to read it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I flew in to AZ last night. Checked in 4 hours early and then went back home and packed. It worked out great!!

Interviews are all tomorrow. I fly home Wednesday.

I flew in to AZ last night. Checked in 4 hours early and then went back home and packed. It worked out great!! Sounds like a real idiot way to do things. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Ohhh....that's real confidence - going a day before the interview to scope out the town and find a place to live!

Have a margarita on me tonight! And we will be thinking about you tomorrow and praying for you to get what you want.

Good luck. And blessings.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> The mods told us it was a complete waste of bandwidth.
<hr /></blockquote>Jen, did they really. How'd I miss that, or was it that I ignored it?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I think that was one of the basis for the many, many, many complaints that Idiotville receives on an hourly basis!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
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Right back atcha! LOL!!

It's those darn planets, you know? Their momma galaxies didn't teach them any manners. Planet Uranus is the worst!

Hey Starz, trying to kill the thread? LOL,j/k.

Robby: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I flew in to AZ last night. Checked in 4 hours early and then went back home and packed. It worked out great!! <hr /></blockquote>Is this like your skirt falling down because it was too tight?

Evening everyone! Wow - Justuss has been really busy! I go to sleep and look what happens. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> ..

Hellooooooooooo!!!!
Anybody out there??????

I see the girls were keeping Pat busy today ... oh how I miss you all.

I know alls I've been doin' is post-bys. I'm sorry. I haven't had too much time and when LINY is home (even when he's sick) I really prefer to spend time with him - no offense.

And I hate to come to Idiotville when I'm feelin' kinda down. I don't really know if I could put it into words anyhow. I'm having a rough time of it and I know LINY's sick of the R talks (and so am I ..... but I don't know how to get passed all this .... I don't know if I can get passed it ... I keep hoping and trying <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Well, I have to go set up the VCR to tape "Medium" for LINY. It's another draw back about working nightshift. (Biggest draw back I miss my LINY very much and want to spend more time with him). But someone told me today we have another 3 day weekend coming up. Fed holiday Monday - Happy Birthday Martin (RIP).

And for the record it's taken me an hour to write this post (no I'm not that slow ... I had to pick up LINY from work for dinner, so he can have the car to get home).

Brown

Hi RIF how are you tonight???

Hi {{Brown}}, sorry you are feeling down. (hey that I'a poet and didn't know it) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Seriously, this IS the place to come if you are feeling blue. Anything in particular? I had a few moments today, but got through it. We are skipping MC tonight. No babysitter. Can't say I am really sorry, I was not looking forward to more days of H being grumpy.

Hi RIF

Oh my garsh, I got edited! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I'm having a rough time of it and I know LINY's sick of the R talks (and so am I ..... but I don't know how to get passed all this .... I don't know if I can get passed it ... I keep hoping and trying )
<hr /></blockquote>Hey Brown - we all feel like we "can't" do this sometimes.... but trust me... you and LINY CAN DO THIS ... You don't have to rebuild everything in one day... take little baby steps.... celebrate your sucesses... learn from your mistakes... and work on yourself and your M every chance you get...

I'm praying for you guys.... hang in there, it does get better!

Evening I'ville. I'm home. Well, home here in I'ville and home in my house that might be sold. Yay! 3 days until I am in Victoria. Me, my dog, my computer and my clothes. No home, just DD over there and the Dork. Sigh. I can just see this rollercoaster going off track a time or ten.

HI, RObby! Kept everything crossed for ya <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey FF - Yeah, you and Jen must have been really baaaaaad girls!!! How are you doing this evening?

Hey FAA - How did it go with the CO today??

Hi, RIF. THanks for asking. COuldn't get through. I knew that would happen. One brow phone for 300 crew members. THen I had to be at work. But, tomorrow, I am going in late so I get to worry myself to death for another night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

10 more weeks or so for you, right?

Hi FF - yes you did get **EDITED** (hehehe) I remember the 1st time I got **EDITED**. Of all people I was writitng to it was Bob and we both got busted over his dog's bowel troubles (hehehehe) - Bob if you're out there - how it the dog anyway!?!?!?.

RIF - yes please and thank you - keep praying for us. I know in my heart we can get through this. It's just some rough times, ya know?

F-again - how's it going??

FAA - Well, you hang in there and keep trying... When are they due back in port? I actually haven't started counting weeks yet... gotta keep my game face on until we're actually out of here...

Hey Brown - Yep, I know all about the rough times... You and LINY are GOING to make it... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

{{{brown}}} Blech about sums it up for me, too. My dog is sicky-poos as well. But, since the message were all deleted by th etime I read, I don't know if you were really talking about dogs.

I am moving in 3 days. I couldn't contact the CO. DOrk is a Dork. My DD sounds sad. ANd I am now homeless and jobless and going to move to try to work things out with a bonehead. What can I say. I need a 2x4. Not sure if it is for a weapon or just to smack myself to stop whining. Probably both. Other than that, life is grand.

RIF, They've been alongside since before Christmas. Which is one of the most frustrating things. EVERY day WH and the OW get to go to work together, and go home together. And, I get to obsess about how powerless I am at this stage. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

Of course starting Thursday, I informed WH that DD and I will pick him up after work. ANd Friday as well. AND Saturday SS will joing DD, WH and me to go visit SIL. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Sunday, I asked WH to pick an activity for the family. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

NOW I get to PLAN A for real. EVERY frickin' day, I will be there at the gate, waiting for the DOrk. I was going to drive him in the mornings as well but logistically that is not possible. But, you never know that might be coming soon, too.

WH is now on a much shorter leash, so to speak. He cannot hide from me and I fully intend to "help" him remember what a family unit looks like. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

FAA - Well, I hope things work out for you and your family... Good luck when you talk with the CO... I do hope that he'll do the right thing... and separate your H and the OW...

F-again - yes CO's can be very helpful. I spoke to my ex's CO while he was still in bootcamp over a child support issue. He said, "Miss are you absolutely sure this enlistedman is the child's father?". I said, "Yes, sir". He said, "Will we need any ... Hum ... tests?". I said, "No, sir". He said, "Thank you and be assured Mr. ******** will sign the papers. Do you have any questions?" I said, "No, sir". A week later I got a letter from him stating what his "findings" were and the paperwork was being processed from FT Knox to Fla.

Good luck F-Again and God bless

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[ January 11, 2005, 07:29 AM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Robby? What's wrong? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

[ January 10, 2005, 11:12 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hello Mayor,

I was just coming on to say goodnight ... is everything okey dokey?

Whose lurking????

It's not me tonight. I actually posted (more than once)

Well, I'll say goodnight now ... but I'll be back tomorrow hahahahahaha <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (my bestest evil laugh).

(Oh and honey (AKA LINY) I think you were very funny tonight. You made me smile and LOL alot - Thanks!)

Oh and Robby are still in AZ? How's it going?

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[ January 10, 2005, 11:13 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

AHHHH! I thought so. I kind of feel sorry for them. THey must feel so left out. They remind me of a kid that sees a bunch of other kids playing. He REALLY wants to join but can't get up the nerve to ask. So instead, he tears down their fort or ruins their fun in some way. SAD.

After my experience a few days ago, I am far more worried about the "tone" of things.

Would it be worth investigating how we would go about getting a private board going? I have seen that mentioned somewhere.

Well - the ladies are being bad today. What's up with that?

Hi Brown - It always seems like I miss you. Hang in there. You know what they say, recovery isn't for cowards. It's supposed to be the hardest part, not that I would know.

Hope everyone is doing okay tonight - still wet here.

Ooooooooooh!

They just don't get it. This thread works b/c you can't talk about our situations 24 and 7 and not get depressed over it. Even when we are depressed over, one of our "neighbors" comes and brings us an apple pie or cool beer (b/c that's what neighbors do - we talked about each other behind each other's backs too <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> - j/k).

I feel safe here b/c I know that everybody knows why *WE* are all here - *WE* can't dwell on it. And *WE* are all kinds - male - female - WW - BW - WH - BH and Idiots all the same.

Give me a "I"!
Give me a "D"!
Give me another "I"!
We have 2 "I"'s!
Give me an "O"!
Ooooh!
Give me a "T"!
A cup of tea would be lovely right now!
Give me a "S"!

And what do ya have?

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Well, answer me!!!

Okay be a bunch of Idiots!!!!

Go Team!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 Hope everyone is doing okay tonight - still wet here. <hr /></blockquote>Look out!!!

Don Juan is in town!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Believer - Helloooooooo

I'm geting silly and really need sleep it's mid-night here another 40 minutes and LINY will be home.

Stay dry or just try (Ha I'm a poet, I'm a poet too!)

(I'm trying the bestest I can!!!!)

Brown Rah! Rah! Rah! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Yay, Idiots! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Brown, you're the BEST cheerleader.

We weren't being bad, honest. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I knew I was going too far talking about someone else when I know it's against the rules, but I was mad.

Next time I'll do the right thing and report it properly.

F-Again, I've just read your reply to GC. Every female MBer has used some version of the word "cute" when talking about GC, but yours was the best yet.

GC, if you're listening - your self confidence has obviously been so knocked around you can't even see what a great catch you'd be for ANY young woman out there. And I'm not just talking about your good looks - it's what a genuinely nice guy you come across as.

You will find real happiness and it will be with someone worthy of you. I don't doubt it for a minute.

Jen

[ January 11, 2005, 12:41 AM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

My goodness!!! What the hell happened here tonight?!?!?!?!? (Will have to check my email--hint hint.)

I was lurking on some other posts and haven't "found" anything yet. Although, I'm safely assuming at least one of the threads.

I have to sort whatever went on today. ., you still around where you can fill me in? RIF?

LINY, FF and I were talking about another poster, but without naming him, which I know is against the rules. I don't think I'll be edited for saying it's the one you have trouble keeping away from.

We got edited, which didn't surprise me really.

That's all that happened.

.

Hey, if I e-mail you does that mean I get to find out if it's Seamus, or Declan or Diarmid or Ciarin.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I'd need to be clear that brown reads your e-mails. I have a bit of a rule about e-mailing male MBers. Meaning, I don't (e-mail them).

Your e-mail address is about 50 billion pages back.

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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 ...you still around where you can fill me in? RIF? <hr /></blockquote>I don't have a clue as to what was going on... How's it going LINY?

Yes ., brown has all access to everything nowadays--the way we both want it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> It's **edit**. Then you can really laugh at my name--you're certainly on the right page!

Hey RIF...hope things are well for you...I'm "glad" brown and I are on the baby rollercoaster, as opposed to some of the monsters we've both read about. Sorta keeps things in perspective. And in no way am I diminishing brown's feelings--that was one of my major problems in our M, just that, so much more pain out there than ours; the "big picture" like I always told my boys.

I hope I didn't just "waste" 2 hours with that post I just wrote. Oh well. We'll see.

Waaaay past my bedtime. Brown will be up in less than an hour! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Nite/mornin all!

Hey LINY - Glad to see that things are OK with you and Brown... Nighty Night

Good morning Idiotville.

Liny, I love your name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Morning Jelly Bling Bling! How are you doing this morning?

Morning RIF, another sleepless night for me. I'm very tired. Oh, I can't say sleepless, I had at least 4 hours last night. Probably twice what poor Liny gets. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Oh, I'm also hungry. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Blueberry bagel anybody, and forget the coffee, I need hot chocolate.

How are you doing RIF??? What is it that you do that you can be on the computer?? Short, small words, and pictures would be nice, remember, I'm an idiot.

Jelly BLING!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

morning RIF & Jelly

how are you today/tonight??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hi people ! Greetings from rainy Las Vegas !

Hey Mama, how are you feeling???

Mr. Bob, how's it?? How is Squid feeling?

How are you surviving wild Vegas?

Hi KY !

I'm surviving vegas but am getting an unusual reputation for being a bit of a party pooper !

I have sort of been a 'life and soul of the party' person in the past, and took best advantage of events like this. Now however, I do not tolerate infidelity or drunk flirting so I remove myself from situations where that happens, I have a resoluion not to get drunk again, so I'm not up all night drinking as I was in the past.

So I'm not exactly having a riot ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Squid's missing me which is lovely. She sent me a txt mesage before she went to bed last night. It read
" Goodnight, sweetheart. I really do love you, you know. We CAN do this XX".

That melted me a little <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I arranged for a big ol' bouquet of flowers to be delivered hom today for her.

She's not been well : she had a kidney infection for a few days, but thats much better now.

I wonder if she has done her homework i.e. red those chapters of the books I left? I'll find out when I get home. Don;t want to talk about in the snatches of conversation we manage right now.

She hurt me SO bad, KY but I truly love the woman. I really do.

I was hit on by a pretty colleage yesterday and it was SO easy to make a joke of it, stop it and carry on just because I adore Squid so much. I had worried I might feel "permission" to have an affair myself but I don't have even a slight temptation to.

I really hope we'll recover.

Hey Bob ......raining heh???.....send some here please...anything to cool down.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Mamma's well Jelly ...just very very tried but sleepless........ need lots of hot chocolate to get me through the work day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I hate work, I wanna be a SAHM again please please please.... social interaction is great but how can you stay interested for 7 1/2 hours a day is BEYOND me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hi AW !!!

Squid was gonna see her friend's new baby last night but chose not to go as she had this kidney infection thing. She loves babies almost as much as I do so it must have killed her !

Re the work thing, the secret is nobody actually DOES stay interested for 7.5 hours ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Being pregnant in a hot summer is very tough, I remember from Squid carrying Katie, our eldest.
Pink ice cream and red jelly worked for her if I remember correctly ! That and lemonade floats ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I love work. I do various bitty jobs in HK and I swear having a job to get up for 4 mornings a week has kept me sane and occupied with all the personal drama going on in my life. But I loved being a SAHM when my girls were little. TT

Hi TT ! Hope all is cool with U ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

My Squid hates being a SAHM so much she had an affair <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Bob

good to see you so up and confident because YOU are doing well and I'm really happy for both of you.

Keep up the good work Bob you'll get there I'm sure. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Good Morning Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Got a question for you... pay attention Bob! I need your read on something corporate. Last night at 6:52 local time the manager that is coordinating my interviews called and added a seventh senior manager to the schedule. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> WTF!?!

I took it as a good sign, meaning the hiring manager is already comfortable with me and wants to knock out as many of the formal introductions as possible.

Think I'm on track??

I'm not a corporate person, but it sounds like a good thing to me. Good luck, once again, Robby. May the force be with you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I really hope we'll recover.
<hr /></blockquote>Unnnhhhh?!?! Hello Bob! Duh! Have you looked at your relationship lately? You ARE recovering! You just say things like the above because you're in the middle of it. People like me who are on the outside looking in see what a blessing you two are for each other.

Poor Squids....tell her that Kimmy says to drink lots of cranberry juice (yuck!) and take it easy. Kidney infections hoover big time!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I took it as a good sign, meaning the hiring manager is already comfortable with me and wants to knock out as many of the formal introductions as possible.
<hr /></blockquote>Having been in the corporate forum for over 15 years now, that is an EXCELLENT sign!

Mucho grande good luck, Senor Robby!

Robby, depending on the interview process, I will only draft in all the managers affected by a take-on if I am actually PROPOSING to them that I take on a candidate.

If I'm not sure I'll interview a candidate with HR only.

If I have a 'feeling' about a candidate I'll draft in the department head thay'll be working for OR an influencer from that department so that my 'feeling' can be backed up by a practitioner.

It makes the signing off process easier inside in my company.

In summary, kiddo, it sounds very promising ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Kimmy said Unnnhhhh?!?! Hello Bob! Duh! Have you looked at your relationship lately? You ARE recovering! You just say things like the above because you're in the middle of it. People like me who are on the outside looking in see what a blessing you two are for each other.

Yep, we're recoverING, no doubt !

I love her more than I ever have in my life now kimmy. Where'd THAT come from huh ?

Squid was THRILLED and mushy with the flowers I sent her by the way. Sent me a mushy txt. I sent one back. Now I wanna lick sweat off her neck * sigh * when do I get back home ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby, it means they think You Da Man!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

AW, LOL, I could never focus for 8 hours either. I'm like the kids I watch, we all have ADD.

Bob, as Kimmy said, you are in recovery. The flowers, great touch. I was telling ST about your email. He is so hurt by any kind of infedelity. It is like DDAY all over again. He could never be in Vegas like that, watching what you are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> I'm glad you are staying strong, meaning, not letting your mind go crazy worrying about contact.

BTW, that is why ST doesn't post anymore, it hurts him to hear about and be apart of something that has to do with infedelity. I have heard him just like your Squid has hurt you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

As far as the young ladies throwing themselves at your feet, I'm sure you have lots of practice blowing them off. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now I wanna lick sweat off her neck <hr /></blockquote>lmTao

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Now I wanna lick sweat off her neck * sigh * when do I get back home ?
<hr /></blockquote>Okay. You're setting Nio up to be taken advantage of tonight whether he wants it or not...so QUIET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've got 8 hrs here at work!!!!!!

Sounds really positive Robby......good luck <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm doing interviews now and it is SOOOO hard to pay attention for 1 hourly periods. Private enterprise is lucky that way, you just interview the one or two who are right up there and competitive.

You have to be so fair and equal and when you have a big list of people to interview its not an easy job to remember and compare the knowledge and skills of each applicant.

And I use psychologists as well to evaluate the applicants...... and thank God for the contract worker who takes short hand and types it up for me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Kris, I'm really not crazy over NC. If Squid wants to contact OM she will, but she'd have to be crazy to throw away what we've rebuilt, don't you think ?

Re. all the infidelity in vegas it seems everyone is shagging everyone in my company and its OK. I'm not making a moral judgment on them I just wince as I know the pain that would result if any of the spouses found out.

It says something about our recovery I gues that I am so satisified in my M that I wouldn't take advantage of a quickie or a revenge affair despite our recent problems.

To be faior though, I didn't ever do that before either. I guess I must have a 'mindless fidelity' button fitted <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
I hope I didn't just "waste" 2 hours with that post I just wrote. Oh well. We'll see. <hr /></blockquote>Liny,

I don't think you wasted your time... you may just be surprised where your (and other) responses end up. Many sites like MB have gotten under the skin of some of the "opposite" sites. I've seen some blog activity that suggests that they want to expose certain hypocrisies and radical views. (Not that your reply contained either)

I posted something about this several days ago but edited because I'm not sure if MB forums are being targeted.

bob said,
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> In summary, kiddo, it sounds very promising ! <hr /></blockquote>BAAAAAAAAAHAAAAAAAAA

Robby, look, Bob called you kiddo.

One of us really needs to tell these people how old you are, who's it going to be, me or you??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning, RObby,Jelly, Kimmy, AW, Bob, RIF, TT, Starz.

Robby, that is good news. I Love interviews. IS that dopey or what? Well, it depends on the org. I love it when they ask me to take temperament and personality tests. My inquiring minds loves new stuff! Sure has made me see what will make me happy in a job. Good Luck

A Coffee mocha and a bagel for me please. 1 1/2 hours until the "call", <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> 1 1/2 sleeps until I move. (Note to self: Remember to BREATHE!)

f-again, morning. I thought the call was yesterday, did I miss something?

I call everybody 'kiddo' or '**** 'regardless of age, gende or pottiness ! Its a sign of advancing years I guess ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

oops ! I wrote "c0ck" short for "**** sparrow" in English collquial speech ! It means a perky little sweetehart, like a male sparrow ! Not , erm, a man handle. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Yeah. You're a doddering fool, Bob! NOT!

Geez! You're only 3 years older than me....don't make me an oldster! I'm way to hip for that!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now I wanna lick sweat off her neck * sigh * when do I get back home ? <hr /></blockquote>Alright Bob

just STOP that right now or I will have to have a cold shower AGAIN!! (hey I thought I wouldn't be feeling like this until the 2nd Trimester STARTED) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob, or anybody for that matter, can call me "kiddo" anytime. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob,

It must be tough, nevertheless, to be in Sin City this early into recovery. While I'm sure this isn't your first business trip you must have a new, fresh perspective on all the debauchery you find yourself surrounded by. In the past it was probably just background noise, something you were barely aware of and not interested in. Now, while you still don't want to partake, I wonder if the same activity is as obvious and obnoxious as the slot machines.

{{{{{Bob}}}}}

Jelly, It was supposed to be yesterday. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> BUT, there is one frickin' phone on the brow. FOr over 200 people. And, I don't have the "direct" line as yet. So, after spending over half an hour hitting redial, and getting a busy signal, I had to go to work at 8:30PST. Can't make that call from work! And I don't get home until around 5pm and they are off at 4pm. This morning, I will be home as I have a mover coming to give me an estimate. So I will be home until 10am or so. YAY! Needless to say I am on Tenterhooks now. ANother day to worry myself to death. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Hey "KIDDO" your baby's giving me gas!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Q. What are the terrible twos?
A. Your breasts after baby stops nursing cold turkey.

Tell u what kimmy, I dressed up "cazh but smart" to go out in vegas the other night and I looked GOOD !. OK the goatee and temples are a little grey but well trimmed and I only have one chin these days ! A tan off my Christmas holiday, big shoulders and arms off my training and a proper waist off my infidelity diet. Decent trousers courtesy of Squids taste and Gap outlet in Sawgrass mills. REAL nice shirt. And the sadness I've had in my eyes for months seems to have gone.

heck even I fancy me ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Its not bad being forty when you look and feel good huh ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Squid stands no chance when I get home. She'll be wiping chest hairs off her boobs in no time <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

hyuk !

Hey Y'all!! Long time no talk to, 'eh!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well, way too busy with end of year/beginning of year stuff, so (sigh) I probably won't be here too much the next couple of weeks!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Robby - if they're bringing in lots of people, sounds good...I only did that when I was ready to hire and didn't want any flack for my choice - wanted EVERYONE to know what I great candidate I thought we were getting!!! Kind of like showing off the merchandise! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Bob - Your "recovering" sounds great from where I'm sitting - keep up the good work!

To the rest of I'ville, chins up you guys...love and hugs to you all.

OH, before I go - I read this yesterday, though I can't remember who said it...I'll have to find it again, cuz she deserves lots of credit for this, pretty good, imho! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

"The world is round, and the place that seemed like the end, may very well have been the beginning."

OK, Happy Tuesday Idiotville!
YL ~LemonDash

Robby thats insightful. The debauchery is absolutely brazen. People discussing their hookers over breakfast when they know each others wives.

People who work together banging each other in sequence. I even know the spouses of a couple of them. My head spins with it.

Imagine how hard it is for Squid, who REALLY love sme again now to know I am here in Vegas on expenses , looking good with women everywhere.

( I saw a neon saying 'loose slots' - himmmm I think they meant the slot machines <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Its all good, I miss my baby, she misses me and I carry a stick out with me to fight off the girls.

Thanks for your care , Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> heck even I fancy me ! <hr /></blockquote>LOL, and I won't quote the rest...you are too funny Mr. Bob Pure.

Robby13, mayor sir, you are da man!! Knock em at the interview.

Jen, I didn't think we were being that bad. Sorry Justuss. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Liny, AW, YL, Jelly, RIF, FAA (you crack me up, you love interviews?), Kimmy, RH and anyone else love you all. Can't keep up with you these days.

err meant knock em dead

Morning FF !!. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Funny in particular as I am sat here in my hotel room in my 'hogs breath saloon, key west' tee shirt and my undershorts ! A real george Clooney ! NOT !! LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-again, um, um, um, sorry I asked. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Robby insightfully said,
It must be tough, nevertheless, to be in Sin City this early into recovery. While I'm sure this isn't your first business trip you must have a new, fresh perspective on all the debauchery you find yourself surrounded by. In the past it was probably just background noise, something you were barely aware of and not interested in. Now, while you still don't want to partake, I wonder if the same activity is as obvious and obnoxious as the slot machines.

WOW, AZ agrees with you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

AW - you made me smile, not sure if it was the "kiddo" or the "your" baby.

goatee - hubba hubba, love when ST has one. LOVE IT!!!!! Makes me squeal with delight.

Hi YL, we will miss you.

What is this thing you all talk about, WORK, interviews, hiring????? Just can't follow. Ooh, almost napOclock. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Morning FF !!. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Funny in particular as I am sat here in my hotel room in my 'hogs breath saloon, key west' tee shirt and my undershorts ! A real george Clooney ! NOT !! LOL ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Well kids <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> gotta get ready for work. Jelly that is when you get dressed, leave the house and post on Iville all day. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Cya later gators.

Do people ever consider themselves 'recovered' or after an affair are people always 'in recovery'. Just wondered. TT

Just spoke to my mum. She always sounds like she's on the verge of tears whenever I speak to her. I think she feels so helpless because I live so far away. I love my mum dearly but she always manages to get me wound up. I feel like she doesn't want to talk about anything other than Peter's affair. A's have such terrible repercussions for the parents/grandparents too.

On a lighter note, last week my youngest twin let the cat out of the bag (in a very dramatic fashion) that she knew all about her dad's girlfriend. So I decided to have a heart to heart with her twin sister (who is my 'tricky' child) tonight. So we lay down on the bed.

Me: "How do you feel about daddy not living at home at the moment. Does it upset you at all" .

Twin: "Sometimes it does, sometimes it doesn't"

She then scrunched up her eyes and her face started to contort. I thought she was going to cry and said, "Oh I don't want to upset you. Are you going to cry?"

"No", she said, "I'm trying to hold back my fart".

What a star! TT

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Well kids gotta get ready for work. Jelly that is when you get dressed, leave the house and post on Iville all day. Cya later gators.
<hr /></blockquote>LOL

You guys really are Idiots, I do that, and I don't leave the house, or get dressed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Yeah Robby, Knock em, that should get ya the job.

LOL

LOL @your daughter TT !

Stunning !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

TT

LOLPMPROF

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

She's a little turd actually. Decided we'd have the serious talk another day! I couldn't stop smiling after she said that and it's still making me grin now!

Mornin' peeps!

You all make me smile! (And when I start the day pretty good like this--even with only 3 hours of sleep--I just wait for something bad to happen. It seems inevitable, the way our lives have gone the past few years.)

Tonight my D has a concert at school. And I won't be able to go. Mainly because of last week. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

We have always "just gotten by" in our years together. We want more. We should have more. We're both tired of struggling.

Well, it's really good to hear everyone "up" on the boards!

YL, we'll miss you lurking! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (I didn't catch why? Is everything OK?) Hugs to ya hon.

Bob, I agree with de's analysis: DUH!?!?!?!?!?!?!

Robby sounds great...agree with all of the others (even though I've been a public servant for all of my life -3 years.)

Thanks ky--wish i could take credit for it! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

And RIF:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Morning Jelly Bling Bling! <hr /></blockquote>The laugh you got out of me when I read this--gets me every time. (Your name has now been extended to G-RIF!--So don't be surprised if I just start calling you G!)

Jelly - I get the LOL but the PMPROF? Help

Hello LINY old bean !

Nice to see you up and about ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

WOW! I post about what's gon on in the previous 3 pages and I'm a page behind!

Pi$$ my Pants, roll on floor

it was really funny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LINY, most of those three pages were me singing " sharp dressed man" to myself in the mirror and the MB girls pointing and laughing ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thank you (is the jelly because of the KY?)

Bob! Damn, you've been up for a while this morn! (And isn't it funny? When you got your head on straight, knowin what you want, hope in your eyes, and the love of your life feelin' the same, THEN these women start coming out of the woodwork? Means you have the "aura" back--it's a great thing!)

And, it's amazing how an A effects both sides of the coin here: yeah, I'm sure you have noticed your peers' behaviour in the past, but it is so amplified now. I feel the same: like WTF? I guess it's a good thing--the senses are again in full swing.

Bob - stop looking at yourself in the mirror. Hey why don't you do something outrageous - like get a tattoo or wax or something. Give Squid a surprise when she next undresses you. By the way, you might have to go very easy on her with a kidney infection. Perhaps you'll have to take matters into hand!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />the senses are again in full swing.<hr /></blockquote>Then again, the only sense that worked when I had my head up my [censored] was smell. EEEEEEWWWWWWWW!

(Was that narciccistic (sp) of me to quote myself?)

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Thank you (is the jelly because of the KY?)
<hr /></blockquote>DING DING DING, you win a prize!! Show her what she won, Bob.

I did not give myself the name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Yeah! Get a tat!

Or go to one of the sex shops in LAV. They've got awesome outfits!

bob, we are laughing with you, not at you.

Yeah, get a tatto.

TT, shame on you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

You're right there LINY mate.

Telling 'em 'no' seems to inflame thei rpassions further but [serious head on] how flattering is it to be seduced by a woman who is out looking for such ?

The lass from Sunday night certainly ended up with someone else, so its hardly indicative of anything meaningful is it ?

Ah well. Must concentrate on not being a miserable git while I am here <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

A tattoo??

I say you get her a $500 chip from your favorite casino, one you want to stay in. Give her the chip and tell her you'll gamble together when you hit your next recovery milestone!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Oh Robby, that's the SWEETEST!

You're a mush head, too. Admit it....

(sigh)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Or go to one of the sex shops in LAV.<hr /></blockquote>OMG! Just got a visual (that will be hard to get out of my head today--thanks de!) of Bob in leather and chains gripping a whip with a mask of Zorro.

(Hehehe. Reminds me of when I showed up at brown's house when we were dating on Valentine's day--showed up with flowers and a trench coat on. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> )

Do not mention Valentines Day - UGH!

That would be rather romantic robby--I'm impressed! (But I'd haveta think of something other than a chip. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )

Sorry for the delay--had to dress Barbie. Even I had probelms getting her damn dress on--but, image is nothing to girls, right? NOT!

Sorry tt. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

LINY - did you know that they have Barbies out now with easy to dress outfits, specially for little girls?

Ask me Barbie questions anyday - if I don't know the answer, I know where to go to find it out.

Barbie is my fav!

(and another thing I collect)

Oh TT, it is fast approaching too. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Liny, why did Barbie have her clothes off???

Kimmy, you collect everything, me just Elvis memorbilia.

Last year I actually took Squid a $5 chip from the Venetian and said " we can use it when we go together"

A lot of fricking good THAT did <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Mebbe I should've taken the $500 one ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

and LOL at you lot ! Behave !!

I might skive off my dull meeting this morning and do some shopping for the Boblets.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 That would be rather romantic robby--I'm impressed! (But I'd haveta think of something other than a chip. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> )
<hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Tummytuck:
Do not mention Valentines Day - UGH!<hr /></blockquote>Wow, two triggers in a row. We need a new rule in Idiotville... NO TRIGGERS!!!

Ah, if it were only that easy! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Bob,

With the current exchange rate a $500 chip shouldn't cost you more than 17 GBP!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It was a trigger but I need to prepare myself because the shops will be full of it soon. I keep losing my log-in now so I'm off to bed but I will leave you with a thought that should make you all realise how lucky you are. Life deals us a bad hand at times but things could always be worse.

I work in a school in HK as a teaching assistant. Yesterday, all the international schools here had a photo sent through to them of a little caucasion boy, maybe around 3 yrs old, who has been orphaned by the Tsunami. He is in a hospital bed in Phuket, full of scars and bandages on a drip and NOBODY yet has come forward to say they know who this little chap is. He looks sooo sad. He is possibly scandanavian and it is possible that all his family, including grandparents, were killed. What an incredibly lucky boy to have survived but what dreadful circumstances to find himself in. God bless that little boy and I hope someone, somewhere recognises the photo. Good night. TT

Actually, three Robby:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Last year I actually took Squid a $5 chip from the Venetian and said " we can use it when we go together"

A lot of fricking good THAT did <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote> <blockquote>quote:<hr />Liny, why did Barbie have her clothes off???<hr /></blockquote>My yoD is a nature girl! She's only liking clothes now.

[ January 11, 2005, 10:53 AM: Message edited by: numb2 ]

See? What did I say? The day starts off real well, and BAM! Emril shows up. (Any smiles?)

Morning, Idjits,

LINY, I'm going to e-mail you just to find out your name.

Bob, I bet you did look just like George Clooney. (sigh)

Everyone else, I just can't keep up.

TT, you asked what recovery looks like (or something like that). I was thinking of starting a new topic and then you asked.

My topic was going to be called Laughter in the Home = Recovery.

It's when I noticed, and my son noticed too, and commented on it, that we were laughing all the time again. It's been a feature of our marriage for 30 years. I play straight man to Rob's funny guy. It's noticing how many people are in "recovery" but there's no joy.

We have the joy back. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

Hey .!

Welcome numb! Are you hear to stay, or just drivin through?

Bob, I bet you did look just like George Clooney

Jen I didn't even look like ROSEMARY Clooney ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

If laughter in the home is recovery, then we have some of that ! Squid is so funny !

LMAO!!!!!

I really believe that, Bob. It's not recovery if everyone's serious and watching each other for slip ups all the time. We just don't do that any more.

Rosemary Clooney. LMAO.

Jen

Numb, that cracked me up, not sure if you are serious or joking, but I still laughed, I'm for sure an Idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bob Pure, look at how funny you are today.

I love George Clooney!!!

Jen, so glad your laughing. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Don't tell me everyone's gone back to working?!?!?

Brown will be home for lunch soon--haven't done anything around the house--again. And naked Barbies all over. I'll check in before hell.

Have a good day everyone!

Geez, LINY, get those Barbie's dressed.

You and brown have mail. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Don't tell me everyone's gone back to working?!?!?
<hr /></blockquote>There is that word again, work??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

I hope you all are compensated some how for your time. I surely wouldn't leave the house day after day to provide a service for somebody without getting, say money or something like that.

Have a great day Liny. Time for my nap folks. Life is rough.

Geez, busy all morning and I come back to 6 pages of ...well, idiots. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I thought after yesterday's light day, maybe today would be as well. Doesn't look like you missed me. That's ok, I'll be fine. Actually I am. NOW made me lunch today. Cool! It was a chicken wrapz. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> (And not the pun related kind, it was an actual wrap with chicken strips, tomatoes, mayo, yummy!

Spend all lunch catching up, only to have revert back to work <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />
L8r

Nitey nite, ky.

. ...no mail!?!?!?!?

I'll check in a little bit--server is VERY slow today, maybe my PC.

I'm not working. And I'm barely cleaning the house.

I have an I'ville habit that I hope others can relate to. I've realized that when I play games on the computer, I actually lean over to try to "see" around objects. I love my flat screen, but it's not THAT good.

Then I caught H doing the same thing.

Someone tell me that we're not the only ones who do this.

Dobie, LMAO.

I don't play games on the computer but I'm sure I've seen my son do that. LOL

Liny, don't forget my e-mail has to travel right across the world. Hee hee hee.

Jell, what I get paid hardly makes it worth leaving the house. I do it for the LOVE of my job. (yeah, right)

Jen

Ok, getting ready to go to my interviews...

Pray for me...

Wish me luck....

and keep everything crossed!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Good luck, Robby!

Hey, knock 'em dead, bro--then you could be prez! Had to get some LINY humopur in there somehow!

No luck involved, bro--you're there for a reason.

Yeah, a prayer could help though, huh?

I'll be looking after hell to see how it went!

Just before I go to sleep Robby... go get them!!!

Things NOT to say at Job Interviews-

"What is it that you people do at this company?"

"Why aren't you in a more interesting business?"

"What are the zodiac signs of all the board members?"

"Why do you want references?"

"Do I have to dress for the next interview?"

"I know this is off the subject, but will you marry me?"

"Will the company move my rock collection from California to Maryland?"

"Will the company pay to relocate my horse?"

"Does your health insurance cover pets?"

"Would it be a problem if I'm angry most of the time?"

"Does your company have a policy regarding concealed weapons?"

"Do you think the company would be willing to lower my pay?"

"Why am I here?"

I have no difficulty in starting or holding my bowel movement.

At times I have the strong urge to do something harmful or shocking.

I feel uneasy indoors.

Sometimes I feel like smashing things.

I get excited very easily.

Once a week, I usually feel hot all over.

I am fascinated by fire.

People are always watching me.

Almost everyone is guilty of bad sexual conduct.

I must admit that I am a pretty fair talker.

I never get hungry.

If the pay was right, I'd travel with the carnival.

I would have been more successful if nobody would have snitched on me.

I think I'm going to throw-up....no not part of the list thats just me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good luck, Bruvva.

Too funny, AW!

Go get 'em, Robby. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Funny, AW. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny, my e-mail hasn't bounced back or anything so it must still be travelling across cyberspace. It was very short, it should be there by now. LOL.

Jen

Liny, why did Barbie have her clothes off??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Ok, I have been sitting here for fifteen minutes snickering at my computer and hoping nobody notices. You idiots are on a roll today. Waving hi to RH. Robby praying for ya hon. By the way Robby, you have had some sweet thoughtful posts lately. Maybe you are healing?

TT, I hate Vday and we are in recovery! My H has never liked the pressure these dumb "holidays" bring. I just don't expect anything anymore. Your dd story made me laugh!

Maybe I'll fly a paper airplane over to .. {sticking wet finger in the air} OK...there goes--bet it beats your email.

SHEESH!

Hi, FF, did you know that Believer jinxed California during the hurricane season in Florida, by inviting everyone to Cal, because "no bad weather ever happens in California - it's always calm."

So.Cal even made it onto OUR news last night.

LOL

Jen

And like I jinxed us here by saying "It NEVER snows here...." <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

I still think the Northerners sent it to me to get back at me.

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> So.Cal even made it onto OUR news last night.

<hr /></blockquote>Wow, our weather made it on international news?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Yeah, sad stories especially the big mud slide. One of our local stations happened to be there interviewing people about a mud slide in the same area 9 years ago and caught this one on camera! It was powerful. Still 21 people missing. Then the poor mom that let go of her 2 year olds hand during a rescue. Now they are talking about bringing homicide charges against her cuz she went arounda a barrier to cross the water. Too much sadness and this does not compare to the tsunami. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Kimmy, you know GC does "something" with snow - it was probably him.

FF, yes it was the mud slide they showed. The weather seems to be doing weird things everywhere.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I still think the Northerners sent it to me to get back at me.<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
And a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> for your sons!

Yeah. I KNOW it was him! In his Christmas card he wrote that he'd save me a snowball....instead he decided to send us the whole damn cold front!

Check this out. People are nuts:

Texas Snow

Brown!!!!!!! Tell LINY to quit licking me. I'm starting to smell like spit!

Love the "vacuum sealed" for $65.00--WTF?!?!?!?!?

Makes robby's diet seem like a good idea!

WOOF!

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> WOOF!
<hr /></blockquote><img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Oh, NOW I get it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

There's another one winging it's way across the world now. You'll be so disappointed when you do get it. It's two sentences. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

See ya, Idiots, I've got to go to work.

I can't do AOL at work, Liny, so I'll check in later on the N/S.

Jen

Awww! LINY? You got the woofies? Beano should work on that.

- Kimmy, at who's house gas and farts are called woofies

Then I guess I should say, "Excuse me!"

Any Idiots know a thing or two about Dalton Dad? He's over in In Recovery again--created a new thread to see if anybody can help him--he hasn't posted for four days, then posts something like this. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

faithful follower...you around?!?!?!?

Well if you can sell snow on ebay, especially YELOOW snow <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> you can sell anything.

Liny, thanks for the notification about Dalton Dad. I responded to the thread on IR board.

Am I missing something here? I know *** has done this before, but he was on the road--day by day--to being stable with himself; he doesn't post for four days (weekend with the ***** I can only assume); then starts another suicide post like he did last time. Yes, maybe I am overreacting; maybe I comletely missed something during one of his threads; maybe it's me just trying to save the world again. ****edit******. And everybody just seems to be going about their business. Am I missing something here? Or is it because--God forbid I am a damn human trying to recover who slipped back into contact with the OW and is now doing everything possible to fix what I've done--I have that black mark against me so my threads are ignored?

Needed to vent...maybe I am just missing something. Once again, I hope he gets through today and finds the professional help he really needs.

I gotta go. See yall later. Thanks for once again listening to one of my ******** rants.

[ January 11, 2005, 03:12 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Liny,

I think this is the only safe place he has to reach out. Yes, it probably was the weekend that set him back. Some people have more trouble than others getting their emotions in control. You did a good thing and yes, I too go through days where I try to save the world. We are all human and have an enormous capacity for love and compassion. God bless you big hearted Liny. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I know you helped him out big time, last time. Thanks.

Ya know what pisses me off ff? (And, what do I know?--maybe it's just he hasnt gotten alot of responses YET--but the fact we here in idiotville are accused of living in our own world, not practicing MB principles, not "helping" others (just recently, right Hosea?!?!?) and people forget that there are FLESH AND BLOOD BEHIND EVERY ****ING KEYSTROKE ANYONE MAKES. Yeah, and there are the trolls and "bad" people. But come on, now. We're all ****ing human.

As starz would say, stepping off my soap box.

I really gotta go. Thanks ff. And all you idiots. It's times like these I would be just talking to the walls and not posting on MB.

Hugs to you idiots.

Maybe I'm the one who just doesn't get it.

I think you "get it" just fine, LINY. All we can do is try to help sometimes. Lot's of things are (as Donald Rumsfeld would say) "above our pay grade." Love that statement.

See ya Liny. BTW, you DO get it. That, I think, is the problem. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well, I've just posted to him as well. The events of last weekend put a lot of things into perspective for me.

I sorta get a bit mad. My son is going to the funeral today. There will be 3 coffins and one of them will be a little white one.

I don't know how he's going to get through it but all his friends will be there and I know they'll all support each other.

Jen

BTW, I updated my thread on the IR board. I am taking a chance and getting my feet wet over there after getting burned before. I guess I will see if I am invisible or not. I changed it to "I feel loved"

Jen, thanks for responding to DD's thread.

Oh Jen, such a difficult time. Your S will never forget it and hopefully he will treasure life more because of it. My bf had her first S (one month older than my OS)die of poisoning. He was 22 months old and she recovered but it almost killed her to go through that much pain. Hugs to you and your DS.

Jen <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

How very sad. i wish my faith would allow me to think of that young family together in paradise, but all I can think of is the tragedy right now.

Love to your son. He WILL mourn and grieve and move on. He must know is not disrespectful to avoid 'adopting' this tragedy as his own.

The best testament to their friendship is for him to embrace the rest of his life, not have their needless tragedy use 'happy' cycles of his future life forever.

I learned this when I lost a friend many years ago. All blessings.

On a completely different track, four japanese Elvises have just walked past me, one of them a woman.

Only in Vegas... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LOL, Bob that is funny. Female japanese Elvis! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FF, "uh-huh" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Bob,

Since you are the King of Plan A (at least in idiotville) I have some questions for you. I'm going to post these questions and then leave work. Will look for your responses in about an hour when I get home.

In Plan A, is it good enough to be pleasant and "be myself" or should I be trying harder to be bubbly and happy?

Should I be saying anything to him about the A? I/We do not talk about it at all. When we do, it is a very serious sit-down you know what. When I don't say anything, I think he thinks "she's okay with it - I'm fooling her big time."

I know I should be using When statements like "When you talk to me in that tone of voice it makes me feel like I am stupid." Did you use these statements? Did they do any good?

Is it ok for me to ask him if he has broken contact with her? I am pretty sure he has not. Should I ask, or just leave it be?

Should I be letting him see how hurt and unhappy I am? The ADs kind of block most of my feelings and I tend not to react as happy or sad. Just kind of blah.Could your W tell you were unhappy?

Do I let him know when he is lying? I tend to not say anything.

Is it a bad thing for me to let him know I don't trust him? I simply try not to talk about it. (Avoidance)

If you would rather not post it here, I can send you my e mail address, but I am so afraid I am not doing a good enough Plan A. Should I be bringing him little goodies and gifts? I have always kind of done this. What about touching? He never touches me and I would love to touch him. Is that a good thing or would it just drive him farther away?

Sorry to introduce such a serious topic here in Idiotville, but while we are all waiting for Robby's report, I may as well ask now. Maybe I need to read SAA again. I may be missing something. Thanks, Bob.

Sorry to introduce such a serious topic here in Idiotville, but while we are all waiting for Robby's report, I may as well ask now. Don't be sorry, we support each other here.

Dunno if I am king of anything Starz, but I can offer an opinion till Ark^^ ( expert!!) reads this !:

In Plan A, is it good enough to be pleasant and "be myself" or should I be trying harder to be bubbly and happy?

An interesting question. Plan A is not an 'act' so you should not 'pretend' to be something you are not. When I was sad I said I was sad but I did not hang around Squid to cry or sulk. I went to the gym insted ususally, or into my ofice to post here an get strength. No emotional outburts in plan A remember.

Any changes you make to your behaviour to meet his ENs should be sustaianable. I haven't dropped any of the changes I made during plan A. They're just 'me' now. Any unnatural changes would have been left by the wayside by now.

Should I be saying anything to him about the A? I/We do not talk about it at all. When we do, it is a very serious sit-down you know what. When I don't say anything, I think he thinks "she's okay with it - I'm fooling her big time."

Another biggie. I wanted to talk about the A all the time but Squid wanted to deny/forget. I did say to Squid 'sometime we will need to discuss these things, when we are both ready'.
Now and then R talk would come up, please don;t press too hard then else as FNCJ taught me, FWS can feel 'interrogated' and clam up further.

I am pretty sure no caring FWS thinks the A doesn't bother the BS. More like they can't face it or themselves yet. In truth there will be plenty of time for R talk as you drop your defences after a while. I pushed Squid a tiny bit early I think, but she is opening up now and working harder on ME and out R than before. DO not wory what he thinks about your coping with the A. I have not yet read any WS that trivialises the effects of an A on a BS.

I know I should be using When statements like "When you talk to me in that tone of voice it makes me feel like I am stupid." Did you use these statements? Did they do any good?

statements like that are magical. They allow you to say exactly what you feel without allowing the FSW to screw it up and throw it back at ya ! Think about them first and do not follow them up with lovebusting justification. Everything from your point of view. When you us ethat tone when FWS is trying to make you LB it is most effective. I still say controversial stuff in that manner to Squid. It is a respectful way to convey painful or difficult issues.

Is it ok for me to ask him if he has broken contact with her? I am pretty sure he has not. Should I ask, or just leave it be?
It is MANDATORY that you ask. "When you do not assure me that you have stopped all contact with OW, it makes me feel that you are still incontact, and this makes me feel very sad, and worried".

Expect him to be angry however you ask the question because either :
a) he's in contact
b) he feels bad you don't trust him

Deal with that anger without lovebusting. Hard this plan A stuff innit ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Should I be letting him see how hurt and unhappy I am? The ADs kind of block most of my feelings and I tend not to react as happy or sad. Just kind of blah.Could your W tell you were unhappy?

yes I told her when I was unhappy but I NEVER wallowed in it in front of her. I got down the gym or took the kids out when the 'black dog' struck. As we rebuilt our R a little I would ask Squid " I feel sad thinking about the affair, can I have a hug to make me feel better please?". This validated her as lovable and loved by me. And it helped retsore intimacy between us. Truth and facts, kindly presented are not lovebusters. Do NOT cry & mope infront of him however.

Do I let him know when he is lying? I tend to not say anything.

Is it a bad thing for me to let him know I don't trust him? I simply try not to talk about it. (Avoidance)

All FWS hate the fact that we BS don;t trust them anymore AND with very good cause. they HATE it. Its embarassing to be 'accountable' like a remand prisoner after years of utter trust. But when Squid spat at me who she was calling on her mobile or who she was meeting for lunch, I would answer " thank you for helping me to trust you again. I want to trust you again, your openness really helps that process". I even joked occasionally "look, Squid, when you call the dog, the dog doesn't come because even HE doesn;t belive you after these last four months ! " She laughed. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Should I be bringing him little goodies and gifts? I have always kind of done this.
If you feel like it. Do not expect anything back immediately though. Squid tells me he thought my early flowers and stuff were bribes. I did candle baths and dinners instead after a while which went down very well. Its not plan A to buy gifts or not.

What about touching? He never touches me and I would love to touch him. Is that a good thing or would it just drive him farther away? Now I believe that resumption of physical intimacy must come from the FWS. I told Squid that I missed feeling her touch and her kiss, but that it was OK.

Backing off all physical affection and ILYs drove rher crazy and she seduced me big style after fifteen weeks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> If he doesn't welcome your touch, know that it is probably not revusion of YOU but unworthiness of HIM in his mind.

Sorry to introduce such a serious topic here in Idiotville, but while we are all waiting for Robby's report, I may as well ask now. Maybe I need to read SAA again. I may be missing something. Thanks, Bob.

de nada ! Ask Ark ^^ to repost her magnificent plan A thread. its fifty times my meagre efforts here. All blessings.

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"Things you'll never hear a woman say: 'My, what an attractive scr*tum!' Patricia Arquette

"And God said: "Let there be Satan, so people don't blame everything on me. And let there be lawyers, so people don't blame everything on Satan." George Burns

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"Hockey is a sport for white men. Basketball is a sport for black men. Golf is a sport for white men dressed like black pimps." Tiger Woods

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"Instead of getting married again, I'm going to find a woman I don't like and just give her a house." Rod Stewart., aging cover band singer

LOL faith ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I sent Squid a 'goodnight' txt and she replied :
"our beds too big without you baby. I miss you. I love you.I wish U were home with us XXXX"

I am very touched. Its almost six months to the day since d-day for us and I never dreamed my Squid would ever have been SO loving towards me again.

WOW its been a hard six months. I can hardly remember the man I was then; the life I lived then.

My baby loves me again though. Scary thing is soon I must close the distance I maintain between us: let her inside my heart so she can hurt me dreadfully again if she chooses.

Thats the next milestone.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

PAGING KY !!!!

You HAVE TO look at this internet card my Katie sent me ( 11 YO DD) !!!

Check out the picture !! LOL !
Choccy fun card !

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

[ January 11, 2005, 06:52 PM: Message edited by: Bob Pure ]

Whew!!

What a day!!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and......... how did it go??????

Com eon big teaser, how d'y a think the interviews went ?? !!!!!

$*@$&%@(%@$_&!!_&#$&_!#$

Good Evening everyone. Well it is he!! incarnate over here. BUt WTH, give me a beer.

{{{{{faa}}}}}

I hit it out of the freaking park!! Did real good. They want me to stay over, have meetings with four additional people tomorrow and meet the hiring manager from CA on Thursday.

Is that good?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

More later, going to celebrate!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Bob, very cute card. Your DD reminds me of my Katy. She is 12. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Mr. Mayor...weeelll.... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

FAA-whats up? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Is that good?? Woo hoo! Guess that is good news, LOL <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FF, I am sooo frustrated I am freaking out. I just posted a new thread with huge trepidation after my last experience. But, I have no clue where to go from where I am to a Plan A when the DOrk is being, well a DOrk. ANd now he is frickin' brainwashing our DD! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> DD is so confused and stuck in the middle and Now I am the bad guy. AND my former friends are enabling WH's adultery <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> AND I can't move DD until I have aperment residence. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

{{{FAA}}} So sorry for your frustration. Kind of like mine, I think.

Thanks, Bob, for the answers. I have read ark's post several times (even saved it to the computer) but I wanted to see how you did things. I try and try but I can't tell yet if it is having the desired effect. I think something is working, though, at least a little bit because he is spending less and less time talking to her. (A cool down, maybe?) Mood swings even greater than usual. Even my S said he sees a change in him recently. Hope,hope,hope. Hence the increased feeling of need to do a terrific plan A. But thanks for answering my specific questions.

ROBBY!!!! WAY TO GO, DUDE!!! Anxious to hear more whenever you have time. Way cool. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Good on you Robby. Can I uncross everything now? I feel like a pretzel. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again - Hang in there. This will take some time.

Robby - Keep on keeping on and don't go out and celebrate just yet. It would be cool if you get the job in AZ. Hopefully your wife will come around.

Good evening everyone! Wow, we've been busy...

Mr. Mayor - Congratulations on the great interview... now go and close that deal!

Hey FF - Funny, funny, funny! How are you doing this evening?

Hey Bob - Glad you and Squiddy are doing well. How many more days until you head home? You stay away from those show girls out there, OK?

Hey Nikko - How's it going?

FAA - Hang in there... Orchid gave you some great ideas on your other thread... just relax and take some time out for yourself...

Hey Starz - It's hard work, but you're getting some great advice from Bob... take it slow, be patient, but most of all, be honest with your H...

THanks so much, RIF, {{{Believer}}}, always a sympathetic ear., ****STARZ**** (I had to give you more stars <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I know it will take time. I am just chomping on the bit because I am sitting here so far away from DD and hearing this bs and helpless to counteract it right now. 2 Sleeps and counting.

I so wish I could push things. But I know that is totally wrong because that is what I want to do so it is wrong, right? Well you know what I mean. Be counterintuitive. Use Orchid's RB. Gee, I need some lines.

Hey Believer! You did it to me again... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> I'm just going to say "Hey" to you everytime I get on 'cause you always seem to get in a post right before I do! Hope all is going well for you this eveing...

Thanks, guys. I have been patient, and all that. Honesty is harder because it's usually impossible to begin a conversation with him. But I am trying. It's just been so long now (going on 8 months since I found absolute proof) and I guess I think that I am not doing a good enough Plan A or I would see more results. But I guess not. That's why I asked Bob about his Plan A. Just wanted another opinion on some details.

Okay, Robby, you've celebrated enough. Now, more details, please ....

IB had a meeting tonight and is now at the bar with someone. (Not Curly, just a friend, probably.) So I think I will go indulge in the hot tub while he's not here.
Will check back in a few minutes.

Evening/morning all! RIF, can you read my update on IR so I don't feel ignored? Pouting and feeling invisible here. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Doing good here guys even though my H just went to visit his enabling friend. You know why I am ok? Cuz he loves me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FAA-your DD is going to be ok. She just needs her mom. You will be there soon hon.

RIF -
What's up with no fishing holes in Afghanistan? Yikes! We Americans expect good benefits for our warfighters. I'm going to write to President Bush and insist that he arrange for a lake there, stocked with trout, bluegill, bass and catfish. Maybe a few salmon too.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by believer:
 RIF -
What's up with no fishing holes in Afghanistan? Yikes! <hr /></blockquote>There was an article on Bassmaster about fishing in Iraq... I've seen some lakes when we've flown around, but haven't been able to just stop and go fishing... he he he.... Well, only a couple more months and I'll be back on Toledo Bend... and then the bass better watch out!

He FF - I'll check out your thread..... I've got a ton of meetings again today, but will make it a point to stop by. BTW, what's IR???

BTW, what's IR??? sorry, In Recovery board. Thanks RIF. Ok, done feeling ignored. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Hey FF - Your post on the IR board is at the top of the page! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

RIF, you are a sweet man. Thanks so much. STill trying to encourage my man to email you. Maybe soon.

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Idiots,

I've just seen OM. We bumped into each other at our local shops.

We did talk. I needed to know that he and his w are doing ok after Rob told his w and they are. I needed to know that she doesn't hate me and she doesn't. I will tell Rob I saw him and he is going to tell his w that he saw me. They now have a policy of radical honesty and they don't even know about MB. His w was going to call me, not to yell or call me names, she just wanted some answers. I said, tell her I would have told her that he was never going to leave and he said, she knows that.

As to how I feel after this - glad I got some loose ends sorted (that they are fine and together), glad they seem to be following MB principles without knowing about MB.

Is it back to first day of NC? Nothing like it. I'm waiting for Rob to get home and I can't wait to see him. He really is the only man that matters.

Well, guys, what's your take on this.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
Okay, Robby, you've celebrated enough. Now, more details, please ....
<hr /></blockquote>Ok, I'm back!!

Went to dinner with a friend of mine to celebrate. No drinks, until just now!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> He's Palestinian, went to a place called The Persian Room. Had to shower and wash my clothes when we got back!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Like I said earlier, interviews went very well. The guy who will be my boss was very helpful. Every time I said something he liked he'd say "Oh! you've got to mention that to XXXX, the hiring manager!!" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Have a small background hurdle to disclose tomorrow on the phone and then the big interview with his boss on Thursday!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

For Pete's sake Robby, READ MY POST.

Jen

Kiwi,

Don't worry about it. You did great!!

Next!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

No I didn't. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> It's been a freaking YEAR.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 For Pete's sake Robby, READ MY POST.

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Me, me, me!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Patience is you're most endearing quality Kiwi!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

double!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ January 11, 2005, 11:34 PM: Message edited by: robby13 ]

Robby,

I'm so pleased your interview went so well. Seriously, I am.

Thank you for the laugh. Geez, I needed it. I also need the bottle of wine I've just opened and drunk two glasses of very quickly. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And now, back to me.

Did I really do OK? I have to tell Rob now and I'm dreading it, but not. Boy, have I had a dose of perspective and reality lately.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Jen

You're dreading it because you're not 100% certain about his reaction. It's no different than anything else, except for the raw emotions in this particular situation.

Explain it and he will understand and respect you for it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks Robby.

OM was wearing horrible shoes. Rob never wears horrible shoes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
OM was wearing horrible shoes. Rob never wears horrible shoes. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
<hr /></blockquote>LOL!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby, my goodness wisdom looks good on you, much better than your tight skirt. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen, sounds like you handled things very well. Even if it hurts Rob a little, you guys are strong you will be ok. Wow, one year and you are so in love with your H. How awesome is that? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Rob has just got home.

See you guys, wish me luck.

Jen

luck <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Good luck, Jen. All's well! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

All is well. I've just told him. Didn't take long LOL as I'm back here now.

He was quiet and a bit "funny" but he said I knew you'd bump into him eventually. Anyway, after dinner we'll talk more.

Jen

{{{Jen}}} I have your back! GRRRRRR!!! See me in Bulldog stance. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

F-Again, and everyone.

Thank God we're (Rob and I) are so together that this was a blip. A very unsettling blip but it tied up the loose ends and I can only thank God that I have the right man who comes home to me every night.

Shoot, if only everyone would realise that NC is the answer.

F-Again and Starz, they (you're H's) are chasing unreality and rainbows and utter, total CRAP.

Jen

{{{.}}}

Posted to you in public. Going back and forth on whether I was going to say something or not, but, well, here goes...I know you edited your post, the first one. But, you didn't edit the title. We all know that some will be offended; Orchid, the sweetie that she is, just took it in stride. I don't know--with the state that your mind is in--if you had realized whether or not you left the title intentionally or not. Now, the real question is...

Do you care? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> (BTW, haven't checked my email yet tonight, but did before I left for hell--NG.)

{handing starz the soapbox again}
Dang starz, just put it up on eBay already! I'll buy it! Although, the TX snow has my first bid!

Justuss...sorry you had to edit...not sure of why you edited where you did--it was a battle cry for DD--the battle to choose life. I really thought you would have edited a different part of my post. (Well, now you probably will! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> ) I know you can't "respond" publicly, just wanted to apologize and explain.

Robby, great news bro! Can't wait to hear the update!

<img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> RIF didn't say hi to me tonight! (What's doin' RIF????--just think of it as only weeks left--not months! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> )

Bob--what a long way you and squid have come. Way to go man!

everyoone else--thanks!

THanks, Jen. I so needed to hear that tonight. I had my EXH - my first one <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> Who I am still very close to tell me that I needed to move on for my sake and DD as WH has and our M is OVER! THen my IC told me that I was in the anger stage of my grief and that I would move on when I was ready. He idn't say not to try or to hope. THank God! BUt, he did say I needed to get to the point where I was empowered and di not let WHs actions control me. UH DUH! He also said that I needed to "listen with my third ear" <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> That is, hear the things behind what people say. e.g. If someone says "trust me" or "I need a woman in my life" to RUN! Well, that I know. He also said to look at other possible red flags such as their relationships with their parents. He said that he wants me to work on empowerment, closure and control over myself only and no one else. All good thoughts and I am trying. BUt, boy is that stuff HARD! I am up for it! I NEVER want to be here again!

Well you know what I mean. Y'all are my friends.

Hey f-again!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />"listen with my third ear" <hr /></blockquote>And right now, your WH is thinking with his third leg!

LINY! STOP THAT! RObby might be listening! SSSHHH That was so pathetically tragically funny. I hurt myself laughing. OOOOWWWWWWW!

Hi rif !

I'm home on Sunday !

Oddly a waitress from Ellis Island casino hit on me tonight ! Saying 'I am flattered but I am a happily married man, so can I just get my drinks order plese ?' seems to be a bad thing to say! it makes thenm try harder !!

I'll get home virgo intacto don't worry !

fa-a - thanks for what you said on my journal the other day!

This is my good night post. I'm not much use as an idiot. I can't seem to find all these wonderful scrappy skirmishes that seem to be going on lately.

Yawn. Gotta get up in like 5 hrs. Doh!

GC

Wait, bob. You're in the NYNY hotel right? Get some of that NY attitude: Why didn't you just b@tch slap her and say, "Where's my drink?"

DISCLAIMER: for anybody lurking, this is a JOKE. You know? Just kidding? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> The play on the stereotypical NY attitude? Ah forget it...

Ah, GC, you ARE an idiot! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Nite man.

Liny, DID the paper plane ever make it.

Sheesh, I've had far too much wine and the stupid, frickin' keyboard won't work.

Bob, I think I've disappointed you. I'm sorry. People here who see the "recovered" Jen have NO idea what Rob and I went through.

Jen

HI liny !

No tonight we werein the Ellis Island casino and micro brewery.
Lots of old trans-ams in the car park, if you catch my drift <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Bob, I think I've disappointed you.

Never DARE say that to me again ! You are my HEROINE and you know it !!!!!

I love you enough to speak freely with you. Tonight would be my nightmare. For you two it was closure. Thats why you have recovery Jen. Because you two have not been scare dto do what works for YOU !. I remember you saying that your midnight shouting matches had been amongst the most progressive talks you had when MB says ' no LBS'.

I listened. I will learn from you rlatest escapade in the same way Jen. I am a different man no than I was 6 months ago. I will be dfferent again in another six months. Will I be as cool as Rob ? maybe. but without the sexy accent <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I love you, I learn from you, I thank God for you.

NEVER DARE say stuff like that to me again, kay ????

Kay, Bob.

Taking my little drunken tail between my legs and going to talk to the only man that matters.

Thanks, guys, I knew you'd all come through for me.

What a freakin' week.

Thank God, "difficult woman" is on vacation this week.

I couldn't cope. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Jen

the only man that matters.

Its a lucky man who is the centre of his wife's world, Jen.

I pray will b the centre of Squids someday.

{{{jen}}}

Well, I'ville, I'm knackered, missing my Squid and my kids dreadfully, tired of Vegas and ready for bed.

Bless you all ( particularly Jen and family at this hard time). See you in the morning all.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 the only man that matters.

Its a lucky man who is the centre of his wife's world, Jen.

I pray will b the centre of Squids someday.

{{{jen}}} <hr /></blockquote>Hi Bob,

I've never posted to you before, but I just want to take this opportunity to tell you how much I admire you and how much you deserve to be the centre of Squid's world. I have followed your situation for a while and feel so inadequate in my own efforts. But you inspire me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Thank you.

Suzanne

Why, Bob? When you can sleep in those bloody seminars? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Peace, man. (And rememeber--you are your children's hero, becoming squid's hero again, and many of us here on MB. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> )

Wel Susutimes 2 and LINY, you made me cry.

Six foot hairy one eighty pound beast in tears.

Thank you for your kindness. I have feet of clay I assure you.

But I'll take kudos tonight 'cos I'm lonely , sad and a bit frightened.

Thanks

{{{both}}}

and all blessings to you

Hey LINY - How are you doing this evening? I've been popping in and out between meetings... so I'm not able to keep up especially when Mr. Mayor and Jen fill up two whole pages! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hey Bob - You stay away from those cute waitresses!

Hey Jen - I posted on your other thread... You did good <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey Suzanne - Welcome to I-Ville. Robby is the mayor and you have to have a job. Membership "dues" are telling us all three idiotic things that you've done that aren't affair related...

If I missed anyone... here's a big "HI" to everyone I missed!!! Hope you're all having a great evening/early morning/day where ever you are!

I pray for the day that--well, that we are out of recovery and back to living--living to our fullest and the best we all can be to one another.

It must be my time of month--my emotions have been so extreme today. Don't know whether to cry, be angry, be alone...all I know, is that I wish I hadn't learned the hard way. But I did. And I', trying every day to show brown my girls and myself what a "real man" is.

*SIGH*

., still no mail. I know you've had some wine, but here it is again in caps: FITZIRISHCREAM@OPTONLINE.NET

Gotta go all. Not sure how much more my emotions can take tonight. But, at least it's ending on a positive note. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Nite all. (And susu, you're very welcome to visit Idiotville anytime. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> )

Hey RIF--good to see you're keepin' busy adn the boys in line! My emotions have been all over the place today. Maybe a god night's sleep will help--and the fact brown and I have three days this wekend and not just two.

Good nite!

Hey Suzanne - Welcome to I-Ville. Robby is the mayor and you have to have a job. Membership "dues" are telling us all three idiotic things that you've done that aren't affair related...

Okay, Wow, I didn't realize there were "dues" but I am sure I can come up with at least three idiotic things I have done. I actually posted one on another thread the other day. My brother was visiting me and when I took him to the airport to go home we stopped at Denny's for breakfast. He looked at me and said, "Did you know your shirt is on inside out?" I looked down and, sure enough!! So I went to the bathroom to put it right. I went into a stall, changed the shirt and came out and looked in the mirror. I did and double take and thought, "Why are there urinals in here?" Yep, I was in the men's restroom--in a very crowded restaurant. You should have seen the looks I got when I came out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Let's see...Two nights ago I put water on for tea around 11:30 pm. The next morning around 8:00, my brother asked me if I had water on for tea. "Yeah" Well, the teapot didn't survive.

It's hard to think of a third incident that is non-affair related. The only other thing I can think of right now is when I killed my daughters' betta fish(es). I cleaned one bowl and refilled it. Five minutes later I looked and the fish was floating. But I had also cleaned the other daughter's fish bowl and it looked okay. A couple of minutes later it was dead too. Hmmmm, I still don't know how I managed that. I had done it numerous times before. But it really did make me feel idiotic. I guess that means I don't get the job of fish bowl cleaner in Idiotville <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So can I be the belly button lint collector or is that position already taken?

Thanks all.

Suzanne

[ January 12, 2005, 02:38 AM: Message edited by: SuSutimes2 ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:

Nite all. (And susu, you're very welcome to visit Idiotville anytime. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) <hr /></blockquote>Thank you LINY. It was a nice place to visit so I guess I decided to emigrate. Such a nice break from the usual place of residence.

Take care all. So, do you have a Welcome Wagon lady? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Suzanne

Susutimes, you can be our belly button lint cleaner any time. It's the one job that's vacant funnily enough.

Susu, the whole thing about Idiotville is that we're idiots, but we're here for each other any time day or night. We're here for anyone in need.

What a day.

Gosh, just had "ahem" as well.

Rob and I are so good it's dangerous. I mean good "recovered". (blushing).

Jen

Thanks Jen,

I appreciate your insights so much. This site and the people on it have been a Godsend for me. I am going to try to get some sleep, something I have been not doing enough of lately.

I am so glad to read about your recovery. It gives me such a hope. Thank you for your openness.

Suzanne

Hey Suzanne - I think having your shirt on backwards, and then going into the men's room would count for two separate events... so the teapot and beta fish slaughter would give you a grand total of 4 idiodic things! Good Job!!! BTW, did you happen to put any de-chlorinator stuff in the water before you put the Beta's in there??? Most fish don't like plain old tap water with lots of chlorine in it... he he he...

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Gosh, just had "ahem" as well.

Rob and I are so good it's dangerous. I mean good "recovered". (blushing).

Jen <hr /></blockquote>Sure Jen... rub it in for those of us that have to wait a couple of months for SF... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> I'm glad that things ahem..."worked out" for you guys... Rob must be a really special guy...

Hey Bob -you'll be home on Sunday!!!! So we all expect to see lots of "ahem"s from you when you get back <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Good Morning all you I'ville slackabeds ...sleeping your way through your lovely cooooold mornings ......LOL heh heh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Its a coool 81 right now, bright & sunny , sea breeze - we call it the Fremantle Doctor has arrived - and there is a CRICKET match on!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning AW! How are you and A2 doing? And just who are you calling a slackabed??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hi ya RIF

I was busy getting dinner ready - Roast Pork - crispy skin and vegs ....... cant believe that boy of mine eats so much,,he must have hallow legs. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

A2 is ok playing with young neighbours kid, though he should be resting his leg..silly bugger is playing chasing with the 5 yr old in the street......crikey I feel so old with all the young families aroung here......you know the ave age here is 29???
WTH is that!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey AW - I know the feeling. I'll be 42 in 3 more days <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I see all of these young soldiers around here and sometimes I just feel so old...

Hey, tell Aussie to give us all a fishing report from his trip...

Just getting rusty 'Mommy' skills in order and reading you a Dr Seuss poem just for YOU RIF... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

I love my job. I love my pay.
I love it more and more each day
I love my boss he is the best
I love his boss and all the rest

I love my barracks and its location. I hate to have to go on vacation.
I love my furniture so drab and green and pile of paper that grows each day
I think my job is really swell, thereâ€™s nothing else I love so well
I love to work among my peers, I love their leers and jeers and sneers
I love my computer and its software, I hug it often though it wonâ€™t care
I love each program and its file, Iâ€™d love them more if they worked awhile

I am happy to be here, I am. I am.
Iâ€™m the happiest of the Army I am
I love this work. I love these chores
I love the meetings with deadly bores

I love my job - Iâ€™ll say it again - I even love those friendly men
Those friendly men whoâ€™ve come today, in clean white coats to take me away!!!!

FOTFLMAO lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks AW!!! that was too funny!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussieswife:
..silly bugger is playing chasing with the 5 yr old in the street......\<hr /></blockquote>You guys have streets!?! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Of Robby we have streets.....I mean where would we ride the Kangaroo's and tie them up if we didn't have a street or two?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Its the darn shoot outs and drunken Roo riders who are a real Nuisance you know!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

MORNING I'Ville! One more sleep and then off to battle in the City of Dorkdom with an uncertain Plan A. BLECH! AND I still have to contact the CO. Triple BLECH! GAG! NUTS! I am depressing myself.

Coffee??

Hi, Mr Robby Mayor! You Rock! {{{AW}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I hit it out of the freaking park!! Did real good. They want me to stay over, have meetings with four additional people tomorrow and meet the hiring manager from CA on Thursday.
<hr /></blockquote>OMI!!!!!!!!!! I am so proud of you Robster!!! You are the bomb-digginest!

Bob, I've been meaning to ask you, is your dd a Catherine? I LOVE the name Catherine. Bekah was going to be Rebekah Catherine, but Nio liked Rebekah Elizabeth better. Katy is such a sweet name, too.

Robby is THE man!!!

So happy for you Robby that is just so GOOD!!

I sure hope it all works out just fabulous for you <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thought for the next 10 minutes

If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends?

Gosh, just had "ahem" as well. Gosh, Jen now I am jealous! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Glad it went well. You and Rob are really incredible. I also admire that you went "public" with your cry for help.

Waving hi to AW. Say hi to A2 for me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Morning/evening RIF, Bob, Kimmy, Mr. Mayor, etc. (sorry if I missed anyone)

Welcome SuSu, you are truly an idiot. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Loved the skirt thing and you rate up there with Dobie on the bathroom incident. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Gotta run now that I almost caught up. DS has a bus to catch. {{{Iville}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Its a coool 81 right now, bright & sunny , sea breeze <hr /></blockquote>Taint rubbin' it in here. It's going to be a high of 84 today. The sea was whitecapping on the way over, and I was feeling blue thinking I'll miss my daily drive/bird/fisherman watch when we move back to SAT. I saw no less than 5 egrets on the way over. Not that they're really special or unique...but they are pretty in flight.

(sniff) I really like it here.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />It's going to be a high of 84 today.<hr /></blockquote>And a chance of snow showers. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Mornin' I'ville!

I think yesterday was just an out of body experience...doesn't help with very sleep on the tail end of the flu...starting to feel it in my throat now....RRRRRGGGGHHHHH.

Isn't it great to have such wonderful weather??

Its so dreamy kinda time, we can go for late night walks, well hops in A2's case......lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />
fishing, cricket matches, swimming but not in ocean at night too many whitepointers <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

ok I am here, so here goes:

I always promised myself, long before I ever considered M, that I would only do it ONE TIME.

So now, I am faced with a dilema, Do I break my lifelong promise to myself, if recovery is impossible, or do I live alone for the rest of my life? This is a painful realization that I just might have to make that decision, and things are looking more & more like I will.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by SuSutimes2:
 My brother was visiting me and when I took him to the airport to go home we stopped at Denny's for breakfast. He looked at me and said, "Did you know your shirt is on inside out?" I looked down and, sure enough!! So I went to the bathroom to put it right. I went into a stall, changed the shirt and came out and looked in the mirror. I did and double take and thought, "Why are there urinals in here?" Yep, I was in the men's restroom--in a very crowded restaurant. You should have seen the looks I got when I came out.<hr /></blockquote>The bad news is that you trumped my bathroom story. The good news is that I've met a bigger bathroom idiot than myself. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> I'd offer you a job working with me as a restroom attendant, but I have high standards and I don't want you hanging out in there with me wearing a shirt that's inside out.

Welcome to I'ville!

Dobie

Hosea, since your dday was so recent I think it is premature to think this way. JMHO. But I do believe if D ends up being the result of your sitch that you can learn a lot from MB and by the changes you implement in yourself, you could have a wonderful M in the future with another MRS. Hosea. I do think though that people with young children should wait until the kids are up and out. Yours are not that young so you would not be alone that long. Ok you asked. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Hang in there, it is still early for you.

Hosea,

SLOW DOWN!!! It's way too early for you to start worrying about that yet! Take life in steps and don't skip any.

Dobie

* YAAAAAAAAWWWWWNNNNNNN! * Mornin' I'ville.

Greetings from boring , debauched , freezing las Vegas !

Kimmy asked :Bob, I've been meaning to ask you, is your dd a Catherine? I LOVE the name Catherine. Bekah was going to be Rebekah Catherine, but Nio liked Rebekah Elizabeth better. Katy is such a sweet name, too.

Katherine Grace, AKA known as Katie Grace; Katie, Katie diggler or Dig.

GOD I miss my kids.

RIF I dunno how you do it br'a. The free world is glad that you CAN, but I dunno how. {{{RIF}}}

I miss Squid too, and not because of suspcion, butout of love. Never thought that would happen <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I've wanted to tale this slowly since day 1, WW is the one that is placing me in the middle of the Daytona 500. I want a pit stop so badly I can't stand it.

WHOA NEEEEEELLLLLLIE!

Take a hold of your reins man! Why think that far in the future? You're still married now! I know some of your story and NO WS looks like they'll ever break the fog. You need to concentrate on the hear and now for you, and the future of only your children.

BTW:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />I always promised myself, long before I ever considered M, that I would only do it ONE TIME.<hr /></blockquote>This "promise" you made to "yourself" IMHO is null and void; one can't make a promise to ONESSELF with other people's influences. The "promise"/marriage you have is not deterioting by your doing, if my understanding is correct.

Anyway, stop thinking so far ahead.

Who's got the coffee brewing today?

morning everyone.....welcome hosea and sus! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

just caught up....you all have been busy. lol

got a lot going on.....hubby is finally on anti d's and getting help.....we are three yrs since dday....i wish he would come here and talk to you all....he is a very depressed ws. he really needs someone to show him the light at the end of the tunnel and i know it cant be me to educate him. he needs encouragement and enlightenment.....anyway.

morning all

morning Liny and Nikko. Liny got the coffee going since FAA is falling down on the job. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Gotta run and get DD to school.

Hosea, you still owe us three non A idiotic things and get a job!!!

LINY I truly wish I had !!! Theres no dam' coffemaking facilities in these hotel rooms !!!

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

* YAAAAAAAAWWWWWNNNNNNN! *

(welllll...yawning is contagious! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> )

Morning everyone I haven'y addressed yet!

nikko....send him to I-ville...it's "safe" and there are some of us FWH {raising hand} around. But most importantly, as starz noted, she has no clue "who is who." Anyway, have him look over your shoulder a few times....just a thought....(If not, you could always tie him to the desk chair, plant him in front of the PC, and you type for him!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Theres no dam' coffemaking facilities in these hotel rooms !!!<hr /></blockquote>If I'm ever in Vegas, remind me NEVER to go to the NYNY. OMG!!!! No coffeemakers?!?!? What? They can't afford one? Do they supply a tap in ech room though?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

I live on coffee!

I'm staying in Bally's but NONE of the strip hotels have coffeemakers. They have Spanish speaking people bring you cofee for $9 a cup if you call room service.

RIP OFF !!!!

Bob
thats just BARBARIC...no tea making facilities....I mean where are you???? France????? LOL hehehehehhehehehe <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

(yes I know the city of sin)

I think this says it all.........

Support bacteria - they're the only culture some people have.

WTF?!?!?!? Ah...but it does all make sense, really: Why would they want gamblers to be alert and awake?!?!?!? (Hence, why I asked you half serious: "Do they have a tap in each room?") It really wouldn't surprise me!!!!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Hosea_2004:
I always promised myself, long before I ever considered M, that I would only do it ONE TIME.

So now, I am faced with a dilema, Do I break my lifelong promise to myself, if recovery is impossible, or do I live alone for the rest of my life? This is a painful realization that I just might have to make that decision, and things are looking more & more like I will. <hr /></blockquote>I too think it's too early to know what your future holds, but I want to answer your question. Being here, on MB, will change you. You will be a different Hosea, more like a Hose-B! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Since you will have changed your past "promises" cannot apply, by default. It's an idealist promise and one we all hope and pray for, but cannot guarantee. What if your W got hit by a bus? Would you feel you would have to be alone for the rest of your life? I think not. Go watch Braveheart. Dude loved two chicks in the same movie but not by his own choice. First love was taken away, just as yours may be.

liny--thanks for the advice....i was kinda hoping to get him here....i think meeting you and some of the other fws here would help him tremendously. and the part of tying him up and forcing him......been tossing that idea around for three years...lol <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

he needs hope and guidance....and fun! i know he can get it here. i also know he wont be sent running...the main board has scared me lately.

Bob,

See, you're responding all wrong if you want to get rid of these women. Telling them that you're married just makes some of them think "What a nice, loyal guy!" and they're more attracted.

Next time, belch loudly, scratch your personal area vigorously, then pick your nose and wipe it on her apron. I guarantee she'll back off.

I've had men see my wedding ring and pursue me. I enthusiastically tell them that my divorce is almost final, but I'm looking for a new husband to take care of me and my six children. Then I ask how much money he makes. Works every time.

Dobie

Bob,

Call the concierge. They will bring you a coffee machine.

nikko, if it helps any, most of us also have exhanged email addresses--except .--still waiting for her paper airplane. Anyway, it's just another option, if you'd like. I think this--being in Idiotville is a great start for him though. Maybe print some of the 400 pages and show him?

LOL dobie! (but, true!)

Hey robby, when's your interview/meeting today?

Actually, I have been told that in Vegas they don't put coffee pots in the room because they want you to get up and go downstairs to the casino as soon as possible. When we were there, there was no coffee pot. But there was a starbuck's downstairs! Way cool. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> But I like coffee in bed better. Every morning of my adult life, IB has brought me coffee in bed. (Except for the day after I exposed. Boy, was he mad.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby - good luck again today.

Everybody else - I can't possibly remember everybody. I am sorry, but I am an idiot. Welcome Susu- the bathroom one was a double, as I see it. Only one more necessary. (Well, not really, but we love to read about other idiots.)

Good morning, all.

Dobie belch loudly, scratch your personal area vigorously, then pick your nose and wipe it on her apron. I guarantee she'll back off.
I fixed all that in plan A <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Robby, tried that, no can do.

Mornin' starz!
{waving}

I agree that the bathroom story was great, but it was not a "double" as it was one continuous act.

We have high standards here in Idiotville!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> WW is the one that is placing me in the middle of the Daytona 500. I want a pit stop so badly I can't stand it.
<hr /></blockquote>Geez dude. Who is SHE to be calling all the shots? Take your pit stop. We all have to take a break, and since SHE'S not taking care of YOU, you need to step up and take care of yourself. Believe me...no one else is gonna. Take those reins and wheel that stage coach over to the Rest Area.

I was PISSED when I figured out Nio wasn't taking care of me and didn't notice I was on overload. I don't mean that fun pissed that AW, A2, Jen and Bob talk about <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> I mean severly hot-under-the-collar-fixin'-ta-explode-pissed! I was HIGHLY IRATE once I got on anti-d's and figured out that rat-you-know-what wasn't playing in my sandbox even after all the h-e-double-hockey-sticks he put me through. But someone had to take care of ME! So I did!

Your ww isn't gonna make a pit stop till she slams into a wall. You gotta do it for yourself and your babies.

Take our Bob for example....dang! That boy was a puddle when he came here. I remember a midnight jaunt across a field in his car....but you know what he did? He pulled himself up, pulled his kids up, and BECAME A BEACON to his dearling Squiddy. He HAD to do it for himself. Squids wasn't doing it. He took his kids bowling, he took them for walks, and tho she didn't go with them, he offered her the opportunity to go. So she sat, and she, sat, and she sat, sat, sat, sat. And she saw that Bob wasn't a puddleglumkins, that he was making LIFE happen for his kids, and that life was offered to her! IT TOOK TIME - lots of it. It took the patience of Job (honestly, I don't know how he did it sometimes), and it took faith.

My dear Jen told me Monday that she thinks that Nio'll come around. I hope so. Being a beacon sometimes hoovers big time. I've been doing this a depressingly long time, but in my defense I didn't find this site till way after dday. I am beginning to see a light through the fog. Sometimes the light is just the knowledge that I'll be okay regardless (I would've never thought that), but a lot of the time now it's the light of a healing marriage.

(((Hosea)))

- Kimmy

Look at you - acting all managerial already!!! LOL

{{{{Hosea}}}}}

Welcome to I-ville. Can you clarify something for me? As part of your promise to yourself, was the one marriage really just a promise that you would never step out or did that also include the possibility that if your W stepped out on you, you would never remarry?

I only ask because that may make a difference in how you should look at this. However, I also agree with the others on here that it is way too early to even be looking that far ahead. All it will do is depress yourself and you've got enough to think about without that. As Deal said, work on yourself, be there for your kids and offer the opportunity to join you to your WW. That's all you can do right now (besides Plan A'ing her). Good luck!

Hey RH!

Edited to say: nevermind.

[ January 12, 2005, 10:34 AM: Message edited by: LINY ]

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
So she sat, and she, sat, and she sat, sat, sat, sat. <hr /></blockquote>Have you been reading "Once Upon a Potty"?

"...And all she could do was a little woofie."

Recovering H: The promise was regardless of the reason. I know it may sound too restrictive, but that is what I promised.

I agree it is way too soon, I'm just trying to deal emotionally with the train wreck I am strapped to right now.

Way to go robby. Good man.

GC

Kimmy, thats about the best summary of my last six months I could imagine. Getting on with a happy life, offering to include misery-@rse if she wants, but go doing it anyway until she felt like not sulking and not banging OM any more.

How ON EARTH did I manage that through all that poison ? Man I look back now....

Well, no need to look back now is there <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Nio's crazy, man. He must be {{{{dealan de}}}}

No. Dr. Suess.

LINY,

Is that what the girl's version says? I don't have that one yet.

I'm so please when I recognized the reference to literature. I feel so cultured.

Dobie

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Nio's crazy, man. He must be {{{{dealan de}}}}
<hr /></blockquote>Thanks Bob. He is nuts. But he's MY nut.

I don't have that Seuss book. Which one is it?

Yertle the Turtle.

GC - turtle, turtle.

Why does children's literature seem SO appropriate here? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Cause Nio thought he was king of it all. He was king of mulberry bush and a cow. But when Yertle the Turtle king lifted his hand, and Yertle the turtle kin gave the command - I SNEEZED!!!!!!!!

Da*n It!

Hey idiots, help me name my band's album.

The album is a big backlog of stuff we've been playing for years. It's a bit of a drag in that sense, because you always like your new stuff best, and the old stuff has lost most of its charm.

Anyway, some of the songs have a "swampy" feel to them, so the singer and I want to call it "Swampy". But the drummer and bass player, who have different sensibilities, want to call it "Boats in the Living Room", which is a line from one of our songs about a stoner who tells the same story over and over.

I think BITLR is too cutesy. The guys just don't seem to get it.

The bass player, seeking a compromise, came up with "Wild Wings and Swampy Things", which is the name of some kind of wildlife refuge in Australia. Also too cutesy for me.

Any thoughts? That song, by the way, about the stoner, is called "Tortoise".

GC

Kimmy, write a children's book NOW.

GC

Tortugas?

That was from Suess.

The mommies want me to write a Erma Bombeck type book on observations I've made over the years.

GC, "Deliverance" ? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

more seriously " gumbo limbo". Its the "tourist tree" from the swamps of Florida. The bark goes red and peels like germans do.

Acually a pic of that on the cover with a carving in it would be ACE too ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

GC: first thing that came to mind? Cold Front.

Cypress Dreams?

Swamp Haze?

Floating Forest?
Forest Afloat?

Turtle t**ds? (Just kidding)

Hi LINY! I didn't realize that the post after the hi was to me. I thot it was a general call out to I-ville. I did read thru the thread. Not much to offer, though FL stopped in and posted. I think that's her best bet. FL would be a very good support for her.

Hang in there Hosea! You going to stick around here for awhile? (Meaning become a citizen or just a guest, you're welcome either way, but Robby may be ....)

I wanna know where the woofie comment came from. <pout>

I have Yertle. Just hadn't realized that the Potty book had the same reference to sat and sat and sat...

For us, no?

Oh, my baby, when you're older
Maybe then you'll understand
You have angels that stands around you shoulders
'Cause at times in life you need a loving hand

Oh, my baby, when you're prayin'
Leave your burden by my door
You have Jesus standing by your bedside
To keep you calm, keep you safe,
Away from harm

Worry not my daughters,
Worry not my sons
Child, when life don't seem worth livin'
Come to Jesus and let Him hold you in His arms

Oh, my baby, when you're cryin'
Never hide your face from me
I've conquered hell and driven out the demons
I have come with a life to set you free

Worry not my daughters,
Worry not my sons
Child, when life don't seem worth livin'
Come to Jesus and let Him hold you in His arms

Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Oh, my baby, when you're dying
Believe the healing of His hand
Here in Heaven we will wait for your arrival
Here in Heaven you will finally understand
Here in Heaven we will wait for your arrival
Here in Heaven you will finally understand

Worry not my daughters,
Worry not my sons
Child, when life don't seem worth livin'
Come to Jesus and let Him hold you in His arms

I'm singing it now.

Kimmy, I knew that. I've just been meaning to tell you to write one, and the line reminded me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

GC

woofie comment came from

In our casa woofies are farts. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

GC,

For your album's name....how about

Back Bog or Back to the Bog....or Bogged Down...

Can we get copies???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Woofie=flatulation (in de's house)

Guess I'm gonna hafta put a clothespin on my nose today.

I'd guessed what one was. Although I have no personal experience with such things. I was wondering what children's book it came from. I thought maybe Prudence let one in the girl version of Unce Upon a Potty.

Gotta go, all. Brown will be home in a few...and I don't think I'll have a sitter for my IC today--therefore, he is going to drop me. Whatever. I've had it hitting my head against the wall.

See you all later.

LINY, one problem at a time, friend. You look at them all together and they assemble in front f you and fight you like a transformer.

One at a time. How long since you gambled ? See you getting ONE licked ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> How long since NC ? SEE ? you getting THAT licked too ! Now just get them lazy @ss boys contributing and ALL your biggies will have 'progressing' stamped on them !.

{{{{manly hug, not even SLIGHTLY camp, oh no, not me }}}}

Liny said:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />I've had it hitting my head against the wall. <hr /></blockquote>What do you mean by that? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Figures, I just got here and you take off! <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Later.

LINY,

I don't know how much I'd rely on an IC who needs a sitter.

Dobie

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dobie:
 LINY,

I don't know how much I'd rely on an IC who needs a sitter.

Dobie <hr /></blockquote>LMAO!!

Liny needs the sitter, not the IC!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

GC,

What's the name of your band? Can really suggest an albumn name without it?

Fusia Flotsam if you don't want to say... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Well, idjits I'm back. With a slight headache....

Rob said when he came in and saw half the bottle gone he knew immediately there was something up.

Robby, you are going to get this job. You really, really are. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Liny, I'll try sending another paper plane later - I've got to go to work now.

All you other wonderful Idiots. As usual, you were all there when you were needed. I got up in the middle of the night and changed the title to my other thread. Talk about drunken ravings! I wasn't even aware how awful the topic title sounded to everyone else till Liny pointed it out. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Now back to woofies everyone. We call them bottom noises in our house from when my son was very little and said "my bottom made a noise." LOL

Jen

Jen my kids are currently obsessed with very loud farts and burps !

Kids are horrid ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Kids are horrid !
<hr /></blockquote>It's learned behavior, Bob! (giggle/snort)

Is anyone still here? FL, you around?

Hey there, FF.....I'm here! Got on before lunch but had to log off for a while....RH usually calls me at the end of his lunch break. ANyway, I'm back....seems quiet and slow here today.

How are you? RH told me you said to say "HI"....I appreciated that, very much! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I'm still here.

I was thinking about the woofies. My H and kids called them frogs. They would go brrrt and then look around and say "frogs" as though there were frogs in the car with us. Took me several months to catch on. Duh

Hi NOW. Having kind of a down time today. I guess I was on such a high yesterday that the only way to go was down. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" /> My H and I had a bit of a misunderstanding this morning and I find he gets so defensive, then I get defensive and we don't get our points across. He says things and then walks out to go to work, leaving me hurt and confused. Then he gets angry cuz I call him at work and want to talk it out. I can't say this to him,but geez he made all sorts of time to talk to xOW during the day but why can't he talk to me? If I say that to him it will just make things worse. sigh...guess I just needed someone to listen.

Starz,

Hi! "frogs", you say? Hmmmm....will have to remember that one....I like it!

Not exactly the same thing, but when i was a little girl, every time my grandfather burped he would blame it on someone. I t seemed to me he blamed everyone but me, so dork that I was, I complained because I WANTED him to blame me! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />
My grandmother would always just say to him,

"get any on ya?"

Ewwwwwwwwwwwwwww!

I'm here, Faith. I'm TRYING not to work.

Maybe it is just my cycle, but I am feeling so sad today. Ok, I need to separate myself from this. I let my H's moods affect me too much. Come on guys talk me through this.

Hi FF!!!

Me too....having a sort of "down" day. I swear, if we don't soon get some sun here, I'm moving! I don't really know if that's it or not.
Getting defensive....yep, that's definitely a hindrance to solving something, isn't it? It's so common and oh, so easy to do when problems crop up. It's a "defense mechanism" ....but it doesn't work very well. It's something that's very difficult to overcome because it is basically a "knee-jerk" reaction that has become a habit. So, you are aware of it, and that's GOOD! It will take some work, but you can change that, slowly, maybe....but surely! Sometimes, when I got that way with RH, later I would tell him I was sorry for getting defensive. Then he would say sorry, too, then we'd be able to really talk.
RH is so amazing.....I read here a lot, listening to other BS's rant on and on and I am sooooooo fortunate that RH isn't that way. I feel like an idiot for actually believing at one time that he could never develop sensitivity and compassion. I was gloriously wrong!

Thanks NOW, can I blame it on the moon? LOL
I am trying to listen to him. He gets mad because I don't ask him if he can talk when I call. So I called a few minutes ago and said are you busy can you talk and he said no can't talk. Ok, maybe that is a start. I just want to talk and apologize for being defensive. I think some of it is a trigger. He went to his friends house last night and this guy enabled the last A for him. I hate it when he goes over there! Anyway, one foot in front of the other...

FF,

I know....RH seemed to follow my moods for a long time after D-day. even now at times, whenever I feel sad or upset, he gets really "scared" and starts to think it has to do with OM. It must be so hard for you....I can only imagine, and that's probably not near what you're actually going through.
A lot of my defensiveness after D-day came from guilt and also feeling that I could not ever ever do anything to make up for what I had done, thinking RH would ALWAYS hold it against me, etc....and probably most of all, from the fact I hadn't truly forgiven myself. When I finally decided to stop beating myself up, I was a lot less defensive towards RH. It's hard to forgive yourself, and believe you deserve frogiveness as a WS.

*** aw shucks ***

I got back early dear. I was reading Faith's posts and was going to send her some good vibes and now I'm all embarrassed.

{{{{{Faith}}}}}

{{{{{NOW}}}}}

See you in an hour.

It's hard to forgive yourself, and believe you deserve frogiveness as a WS. Very true. We are both WS/BS which can cause a lot of confusion. My A was a long time ago, but he just found out about 8 weeks ago. His were both in the last 4 years and the most recent one was 2004 with an OC expected next month. So I try not to think that his changes in behavior means he is back in contact and just have to realize that he is still assimilating what he learned about me recently. I have to expect he will be distant and angry at times. I am working on myself. Oh somedays though I just want to cry.

gotta go.

takes forever to shut these dinosaur pc's down.

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

FF,

I suppose he probably goes over to his friend's house because he feels "accepted" there. He may not feel accepted "as is" by you, and I'm not saying that is your fault at all or that you don't accept him. A lot of what a BS perceives is really just internal dialogue. What I mean is, you may not be doing anything to cause the defensiveness, but he is telling himself that to protect himself from the guilt feelings he has. Does that make sense?
I had told RH early on that I was uncomfortable around him. Because I had had hurt him deeply and that isn't much fun to see. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> It's easier to be around someone you haven't hurt....see?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I let my H's moods affect me too much<hr /></blockquote>Well, you recognize that you're getting defensive, too, so that's good. Now circumvent it.

On Oprah after the show last night they had a bunch of h's that dressed up as women for a week. One guy said he finally figured it out that men are more often linear in their thinking, while women think about everything all at once. Your dh walking out the door = him now thinking about work, not the tiff. Whereas, you, me and the rest of the female populace dwells on it all day and it festers and simmers till we jump on those guys when they get home (or in your case, you can't wait and you call him). You've got to recognize that he's not thinking about it right now, more than likely, and he has to realize that you are.

Capice?

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I had told RH early on that I was uncomfortable around him <hr /></blockquote>Which hurt in its own right. JL said something recently, that it is Determination that helps M's recover. I think that is so true FF. One think, I don't know if you know. We (NOW &I) aren't dealing with both of us having A's. Though I think that I was probably pretty close to having one. It's probably been easier to deal with our situation b/c there was only one A to deal with. I hate even thinking that this would be harder.

Really have to go now. I-ville Luv to all.

FF,

Ha! I embarrassed RH!

Oh, FF.....that is so much to deal with <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> But believe this, please....everything will be all right. Yes, it takes time to assimilate all that has happened, and new things to learn to assimilate seem to keep cropping up, don't they? It's a process and it's growth....those aren't "bad" things. I wouldn't try to fight the sadness you experience. I allowed myself to really feel the pain, but would tell myself that "this too shall pass"....told myself there IS a light at the end of that tunnel, even though I couldn't see it.
And as we were both determined to work things out, the pain wasn't really scary. it was just....pain.

(((((((((FF))))))))))))))

You've got to recognize that he's not thinking about it right now, more than likely, and he has to realize that you are. That is exactly what he said to me, Kimmy! He said "you assume I still thinking about it because you are and I forgot about it the minute I walked out the door." So it really becomes my issue doesn't it? Even though he throws something out at me and leaves?

Thank you NOW and RH for the hugs. You are right, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I think I will take my sorry self down to Curves and work off some of this winter bulge. Maybe by then I will feel better.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />So it really becomes my issue doesn't it? Even though he throws something out at me and leaves? <hr /></blockquote>FF, I wouldn't put it that way...well, ok, so maybe it IS your issue, but if you NEED to talk it out, then I would hope he understands that and is willing to help.

FF,

I'd come with you if I could....we have a curves nearby but I never went. I wonder if my MIL would give me her membership? She never uses it.

I hope it helps! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Thanks again for listening. I do miss you being here. That is why I always tell RH to tell you hi for me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Ok, gonna go pump up my adrenaline and take care of ME.

{{NOW}} Thanks. You too Kimmie (who should be working) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I go to Curves, too. Maybe we could franchise a Curves for Idiotville. We don't have one of those yet.

Actually, it's both your problems. If you are having a misunderstanding, he throws out a zinger, then he hits the bricks and f'gitsaboutit, then you're left with a feeling of unsettlement all day. Conversely, you've got to let your feelings be known, then drop it. Otherwise it becomes a neverending orobourus.

- Kimmy

ok, i know i come and go too much here... and i don't know if i even ever gave you all 3 idiot things. i only recall saying two...

but....

for anyone who knows me and my story (and if you have time, cuz it got kinda long), care to read and respond to my head is spinning. i would appreciate it.

and Robby, i hope that interview is going well. i really really really hope you get that job!!!

well now i took some time to read the last few pages here.

FF, i'm sorry i didn't see your posts sooner!! you sure got some great responses though <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> are you feeling better now?

{{{FF}}}

i've killed it!!!

You didn't kill it - I'm the threadkiller. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Been outside making sure all the kiddos get on the bus and GO AWAY!!!

Actually, it's both your problems. If you are having a misunderstanding, he throws out a zinger, then he hits the bricks and f'gitsaboutit, then you're left with a feeling of unsettlement all day. Conversely, you've got to let your feelings be known, then drop it. Otherwise it becomes a neverending orobourus. Well, he did call me back while I was working out. Kimmy I told him what you said about he walks out and forgets and I am left with these feelings. Anyway, he did acknowledge my feelings (yah)and we worked out the issue he "stuck" me with this morning. Whew...and we have a "date" Friday night. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> You idiots are the best. Thanks for walking me through it. I am such an idiot sometimes! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

FF <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> have fun on your date!!

FL, I just responded on your post. Probably made no sense since I am out of sorts today.

Ok, really idiotic thing today. Gents, please scroll past this one. Ladies only. I went to work this morning and forget to bring any err...supplies with me. Fortunately I am wearing dark colored, stain resistant pants. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Oh Faith! I know the feeling. At my job in SAT, they supplied the supplies. I can't tell you how many times I've been caught here at work and have to drive to Eckerds.

Funny, tho: When I first went to work at my old job, I mentioned to one of the secretaries that the machine in the ladies room was broken. She said, what? It doesn't give you your....And I said not that, it's just open and takes the money and spits it out, I don't want to steal....She laughed her butt off for days on that one.

So I'm a bit naive....

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by faithful follower:
Ladies only. I went to work this morning and forget to bring any err...supplies with me. Fortunately I am wearing dark colored, stain resistant pants. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Same thing happened to me yesterday!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You shouldn't have worn that tight skirt to your interview. It shows too much. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

How'd it go today? Huh? Huh? Huh? (starz panting for information)

You shouldn't have worn that tight skirt to your interview. It shows too much. Ah, and just yesterday your intelligence and sensitivity were showing. Today just your <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hugs Robby, howja do? Inquiring minds want to know. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Went very, very well. I had lunch with two people who are not in the decision-making mode but would would closely with MY new position. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Got some scoop, inside stuff that others would pc over... nothing bad, just unglossed "matters that need immediate attention."

Final interview was scheduled for 3:30 tomorrow but he could only give me 30 mins. I talk too much for that so they moved it to 5! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Other that that not too much going on. W called. "Cannot be suppportive of this because you want to have S some of the time." Can't think about that right now, told her that... she LB'd, I remained above the fray. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Disclosed what I perceived to be a background hurdle, it wasn't, I'm relieved!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

W called. "Cannot be suppportive of this because you want to have S some of the time." Can't think about that right now, told her that... she LB'd, I remained above the fray

I don't think she will have much choice. Are you going for joint custody? Good for you for staying above the LB. proud of ya <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Awesome. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Fingers, arms, legs crossed for you, but it's so hard to walk that way.

Girls, I didn't join your conversation because the GOOD thing about being 55 is .... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{ff}}}}}

I think everything has been covered, sounds like your better. I think you and your H should add Men are from Mars Women are Freaks to your required reading list!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

{{{{{fl}}}}}

You've been following a disturbing trend of posting serious topics off of Idiotville. Many of you apologize for bringing heavy topics here. Please take a moment and pull *******************************EDIT***** <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

[ January 12, 2005, 05:12 PM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

If she was unwilling to support you before, what's different about her being unwilling now? Yes, Mrs. Robby, the child is HIS too. Live with it. You made the decision to move and end the M, so live with your choice. You were unsupportive when he had no job, so now he has a greatone. Who needs your support? Are you jealous, perhaps?

Stars ends conversation by walking away from Mrs. Robby.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by starz:
 Yes, Mrs. Robby, the child is HIS too. Live with it. You made the decision to move and end the M, so live with your choice. You were unsupportive when he had no job, so now he has a greatone. Who needs your support? Are you jealous, perhaps?

Stars ends conversation by walking away from Mrs. Robby. <hr /></blockquote>You just made me so happy and cared for that I almost cried!!!

Thank you!!

{{{{{starz}}}}}

Ok, I did cry...

...but just a very little!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You're Welcome. and loved. and cared for by a lot of us.

Robby, we all love you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Want another full body hug, huh, huh?

Liny, I've sent another paper plane from work. I can access work e-mails from home so I'll keep checking. Hope it got to you.

.

[ January 12, 2005, 06:37 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ]

[ January 12, 2005, 06:37 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ] What happened to the no editing rule?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Evening I'VIlle. One more sleep til I move. Yay!/YUK? WHo knows? SLide over a tall one. Wait that's me who is supporsed to fill 'er up..

WHo wants what?
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
Wait I remember. ***STARZ*** Margarita, right, Robby, Beer? Jen, a dark and dirty.

I want the goldfish bowl sized margarita, please, with lots of salt. Charge it to the mayor - he's going to have a new job making lots more money. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

FF, I made myself exempt from the no editing rule.

I mean, seriously, what is Robby really going to do about it? Fine me in cybermoney? I laugh. Ha! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

LOL.

I only edited out a sentence that didn't add anything and looked a bit silly.

Jen <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

**Starz** Right here complete with a HUGE Umbrella <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Of course Robby is playing. Otherwise I would have to sue him for pain and suffering. Sound like you and me both were walking around for 3 days with our legs, eyes and arms crossed. HHHMMMPPPHH <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

OOOPS Paying not Playing. WHich reminds me.

Shout out for LINY:

A "hoe" for you. Oh wait, I think it was supposed to be joe, right? SNICKER

Is the umbrella pink? I am particularly fond of the pink ones.

***Starz*** Of course. Very genteel. But, it is hard to drink with your pinky(ies) out given the size of the fishbowl. (hehehe, I tried)

Not if you use both hands!!

I'm going to go for a while - make myself a real one and just sit for a while. IB has gone to a meeting, so no stress just now. Just me and Jose (Cuervo)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by KiwiJ.:
 FF, I made myself exempt from the no editing rule.

I mean, seriously, what is Robby really going to do about it? Fine me in cybermoney? I laugh. Ha! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<hr /></blockquote>How quickly you Kiwis forget!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

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Faith said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> we have a "date" Friday night <hr /></blockquote>Cool! So do we, should we meet you 1/2 way?

We're taking the idea from Jelly & ST (and now maybe you guys).

Good evening everyone! I'm reporting in for my night shift duty.... so no drinks for me <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> (and there's that pesky General Order Number 1 over here, so I guess I'll just have to wait until I get home!)

How's everyone doing? I'm trying to catch up on the 10 plus pages and probably won't make it today as I've got a ton of meetings again today...

Faith said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> [ January 12, 2005, 06:37 PM: Message edited by: KiwiJ. ] What happened to the no editing rule? <hr /></blockquote>Ask Justuss. Sometimes I don't post here after Justuss comes flying through. It reminds me of college. I had all these friends who were troublemakers. (Somehow, I was able to stay out of the fray, can you say NOW.) But anyhow, I can't tell you how many times I got called to the Dean's Office. You know, guilt by association. That's what it was then. Guess I'm a guilty idiot too.

Hey Justuss, ****************EDIT****************
to you to. J/K

hahahahahaha

[ January 12, 2005, 08:14 PM: Message edited by: Recovering H ]

Robby, ROFLMAO.

RH, were you here when I compared the Idiots to the bad kids sitting down the back of the class with Robby as our ringleader. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

I can't believe you made Justuss edit you. That is so not like you. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Cool! So do we, should we meet you 1/2 way?

<hr /></blockquote>Sure, you name the place! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Oh, you edited yourself.

Silly me. Is my face red. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Jen

So Kiwi, are you going to tell us what that sentence was or shall I deploy the fleet?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

It was nothing. I said "mush, mush, mush" which made it sound like I was being sarcastic when I said we all love you and I wasn't being. (Sarcastic that is).

Geez. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Jen

I just wanted to post an updated list of Idiotville employees? The only one I'm missing is YL's job title. (Sorry Lemondash.)

robby13 is the Mayor
Jelly (kyellow4) is the queen
KiwiJ. is Madam President of the City Council and the loose woman
RIF is the city engineer
RecoveringH is the Road Commissioner
believer is the warden (and self proclaimed Posse leader; which after the Jelly thread was closed, Hurricane Ivan hit and she went to look for all the citizens of Idiotville and bring them to this thread <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
starz is the educator/sniper, security,
LINY is the attorney general
Brown is the cheerleader
NotOnlyWords is the town psychologist
aussieswife is the sportscaster (and generally comments on things Australian)
Tummytuck is the bra sizer
JustUss is the censor
Fraggles is/was the bartender
Bob Pure is the Ambassador
Dobie is the confused restroom attendant
SerenDipiT is the Public Relations Officer
Faithful Follower is the 411 information lady
Fightingalone-again is the party organizer and clean up person
Dealan-de (formerly NiosGirl)
Aussie2 is the Slacker, street type, beer swilling, no hoper
nikko is the head chef
YL (aka Lemondash)
FinallyLearning â€“ T2M is Chief Counsel on the Jelly thread.

Recent visitors on the waiting list for citizenship to Idiotville:
realtor
CarenMc
Hosea_2004

The following is a potential list of unfilled positions:
Gym owner
Personnel director
Professional athlete
Undertaker
Bookstore owner
Editor
Stewardess
Pilot
Moving van driver
Cruise director
Liquor store owner
Broadcaster
Elephant trainer
Computer person
Lightbulbscrewerinner - removed from list by Mayor

Ok, so I'm not the personnel director, but I'm paving the way for a more productive Idiotville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

Faith: Say Kansas City or St. Louis sound good for dinner? Say we meet there about 7:30 (their time)? I heard theres a great steak house in one of those cities.

Jen: I can't believe you fell for that. And posted it. We love you dear, you seem like you're having a better day/evening today/tonight.

Ok, so I'm not the personnel director, but I'm paving the way for a more productive Idiotville. Productive?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> I thought we were just a bunch of idiots running around with our heads up our ****'s

Hmmm, looks like I don't have a title for Kimmy either. Must be the idiot in me.

Well, I think I'm going to log off for the night. I'm sure the oldest D is waiting for her boyfriend to call. (Dang dad anyhow.) <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Always wanted to see KC. My H's fav football team afterall. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Steakhouse, sounds great! Make mine a filet mignon with baked potato and don't forget dessert! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Gotta run ijuts. I worked late today to make up for leaving early tomorrow. My sweetie (who is still a little grumpy, maybe it is HIS cycle hmmm) is taking care of the kiddos. Gonna go give him a hug. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Love ya all!!!!! (mush, mush) that was for Jen. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> just a bunch of idiots <hr /></blockquote>yes we are <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Why do BS keep reminding ourselves of past hurts? WHY ?

WHY do I keep thinking of my baby wiggling about on that dirty old wastrels penis, telling him she loves him, stroking his hair, kissing him on the lips during sex (he's a short [censored] so its possible). Telling him what cr@p husband I am when hes an unemployed serial womaniser...

Its been six months since their last meeting, we're doing pretty well in recovery and summoning those images is entirely devoid of any purpose other than making me feel sad when I should be happy.

WHY do we keep summoning those pictures ? Are we stupid? is it self flagellation ?

* sigh *

Squid screwed him twice, but I relive it sometimes ten times a day. How stupid is that? * shakes head *

Anyway, back to idiot stuff !

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Bob Pure:
 Why do BS keep reminding ourselves of past hurts? WHY ? <hr /></blockquote>Hey Bob - You're going to have these thoughts pop up from time to time... when they pop up, you need to take that thought captive and give it to the Lord...

When you sit a ruminate on them, you just open the door for more pain. You can't stop the thoughts from popping up, but you CAN chose to give them to God...

Semper Fi... Now back to idiodic stuff <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

first, i'm confused, did justuss really have to edit robby or did robby only make it look that way. regardless, is it illegal to post serious topics off of idiotville?? i'm such a confused person!!!

second, good luck tommorow with the second interviewing robby.

third, hi everyone and bye, cuz i'm logging off now too.

ff, hope all is well.

finally, RH, i am the idiotville math teacher!! thank you very much <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

bob, i am so sorry for you pain. it really does sicken me to think about how much might be going on in my H's head. i cringed while reading your responses to Jen today too. and to what my post might have done to you internally. i hope nothing bad.

it is hard for me to keep up, but last i recall, your trip was going fairly well, you were not worried about NC being broken. i'm not sure if you are home yet or not. i thought that $500 chip idea was an excellent one. did you do anything like that. i hope you are able to one-day no longer have such awful thoughts and internal images.

Night FL...

Bob - How are you doing? Triggers really suck, but don't let them keep you down. Squiddy loves you... and you guys are going to make it!!!!

Where are all of the other night shifters??? AW...??? Jen....???

RIF, I know....I know.... Jesus doesn't want me to remember sin for ever. Satan does. We're recovering so well all thar pipsqueak can do is send a demon of rememberence to tap me on the shoulder and make sure I don't forget the cause of my pain.

I have to give it to God. I must. Thanks br'a <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

FLT2M

You never hurt me. FWS are my solace and guides. you guys have helped me get inside my squids head when she has been closed like a clam and helped me do the right thing. I PRAY Squid will be one of you one day - fully repented and recovered.

I wonder sometimes if FWS truly realise the hurt they cause BS though. After all while its active the A is a source of extreme pleasure to WS but a source of unimaginable sorrow to BS.

It made ME, Bob Pure, senior bloke, rugby player and family man fill myself with wine and pills and drive my sports car into a tree in my abyssal despair , hoping to die. THATS how it hits us.

I am amazed at how 'together' I am now, but theres still pain. I pray not for ever though. Don't say my baby has made me sad for ever <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

My neighbor found out her dog could hardly hear so she took it to the veterinarian. He found the problem was hair in it's ears and cleaned both ears and the dog could hear fine. The vet told the lady if she wanted to keep this from reoccurring she should go to the store and get some "Nair" hair remover and rub in it's ears once a month. The lady goes to the drug store and gets some "Nair" hair remover. At the register the druggist tells her "If you're going to use this under your arms don't use deodorant for a few days." The lady says "I'm not using it under my arms." The druggist says "If you're using it on your legs don't shave for a couple of days." The lady says "I'm not using it on my legs either, and if you must know I'm using it on my schnauzer." The druggist says "Stay off your bicycle for a week.
badoom CHING ! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

BTW FL-T2M, I'm not doing the chip thing.

Squid has carried a sports injury for a year now wher eher knuckles on her left hand have swollen. She can't get her wedding ring on. She tried every week to put it on , bless her, but it won;t fit.

I'm gonna buy her a new wedding band with diamonds in, one size bigger than her current wedding ring.

* oh and no, I'm not worried about NC. Strange that. I am actually truing not to love her too much, need her, or be too intimate with her until I am CERTAIN she won't hurt me again.

Infidelity is ****. It makes people do what they don;t want to do.

[ January 13, 2005, 07:04 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

hullo nightshift

GC - getting ready for the deep winter freeze

Bob, I feel partially responsible for how bad you feel right now.

It was harder telling you guys about seeing the OM than it was telling Rob.

It's also hard for you because you're sitting in a hotel room far from home and I don't think you'd be dwelling on this as much if you had Squiddy sitting right in front of you.

{{{{Bob}}}}

Talking about 6 months ago, who was it who said "If this isn't fixed in 3 weeks I'm finished with it." and who was the FWS who gently pointed out to you that 2 years might be nearer the mark. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Bob, you've come such a long way and you two are doing great.

So are Rob and I.

Jen

GC, how are ya?

We have a summer now, we have a summer now. Yippeeee. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Jen

One more thing Bob, keep those jokes coming.

That's all us Idiots know and understand. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> j/k

Oh, and one more thing Bob.

6-7 months marks a bad time in recovery. The reasons are usually given that you're doing great and the BS thinks "things are looking good now but why the heck did I have to go through this in the first place." It's often accompanied by anger.

People used to talk about the dreaded 6 month mark a lot on the board but they don't so much any more.

Jen

Ooooh, and hi RIF. (waving).

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Infidelity is ****. It makes people do what they don;t want to do.<hr /></blockquote>SCREAMING this at the top of my lungs! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

Hi "all."

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Now circumvent it.<hr /></blockquote>de, this sounds very painful.

What a ******day, week, month, year so far. Overwhelmed is a good word.

[ January 13, 2005, 07:06 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

I wanna move someplace warmer. We'll barely crack 0F for several days here. The cold is just coming down from Canada right now. Yeeeesh!

Maybe if I lose my house I should put my stuff in storage, quit my job, and move to NZ.

I'm sure they could use a good computer modeling dude for something or other down there, right?

GC

GC, we sure could use you and you don't need a Green Card either. Just a spotless background which I think you've probably got. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I know Liny's name, I know Liny's name, tra la la la, I know Liny's name. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jen

I'm clean as a whistle, Jen.

Though I do hang around with rogueish music people sometimes.

GC

Yeah, well GC, there are quite a few of those here.

You should visit us - I think you'd like it here.

Heck, you should ALL visit us. I'd love it.

Jen

Liny, don't know why my work e-mail worked and the AOL didn't. Go figure.

Gotta go guys.

Sober tonight. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Does anyone else wake up in the morning and think OMG what did I post last night or is that just me?

Jen

I'm pretty sober tonight myself. Night Jen.

If I can get my finances straight some day, a trip to another hemisphere will definitely be in order.

GC

Nite .

<blockquote>quote:<hr />I think its because the server is all the way around on the other side of the world in the Nothern Hemisphere...........

I mean even your toilet water goes around the wrong way !!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Thanks, AW--really needed this tonight!

Wow...that was pretty freaky, GC!

Hey Bob - Glad to see that you're OK... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey GC - How are you doing? How cold is it there? We've got rain and mixed snow... pretty miserable weather here...

Hey Jen - (waving right back at you!)

Hey LINY - How's it going??? Have you and Brown kissed and made up yet?

Oh what the hey, I'm back.

Son has bad chest pains tonight and I think they're stress related so he and Rob are watching our dvd of Band of Brothers to try and relax. I know, I know it's not a very relaxing thing to watch but they both enjoy it.

The funeral was very tough on my son. The young man who died was a national level skateboarder and they showed a video of him skating. Unusual at a funeral but I thought it was a nice thing to do. It was also a burial not a cremation which made it even tougher.

Liny, what ARE you on about in the post above this one? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" />

Yes, your toilet water does go the other way.

Jen

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 I just wanted to post an updated list of Idiotville employees? The only one I'm missing is YL's job title. (Sorry Lemondash.)

robby13 is the Mayor
Jelly (kyellow4) is the queen
KiwiJ. is Madam President of the City Council and the loose woman
RIF is the city engineer
RecoveringH is the Road Commissioner
believer is the warden (and self proclaimed Posse leader; which after the Jelly thread was closed, Hurricane Ivan hit and she went to look for all the citizens of Idiotville and bring them to this thread <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />
starz is the educator/sniper, security,
LINY is the attorney general
Brown is the cheerleader
NotOnlyWords is the town psychologist
aussieswife is the sportscaster (and generally comments on things Australian)
Tummytuck is the bra sizer
JustUss is the censor
Fraggles is/was the bartender
Bob Pure is the Ambassador
Dobie is the confused restroom attendant
SerenDipiT is the Public Relations Officer
Faithful Follower is the 411 information lady
Fightingalone-again is the party organizer and clean up person
Dealan-de (formerly NiosGirl)
Aussie2 is the Slacker, street type, beer swilling, no hoper
nikko is the head chef
YL (aka Lemondash)
FinallyLearning â€“ T2M is Chief Counsel on the Jelly thread.

Recent visitors on the waiting list for citizenship to Idiotville:
realtor
CarenMc
Hosea_2004

The following is a potential list of unfilled positions:
Gym owner
Personnel director
Professional athlete
Undertaker
Bookstore owner
Editor
Stewardess
Pilot
Moving van driver
Cruise director
Liquor store owner
Broadcaster
Elephant trainer
Computer person
Lightbulbscrewerinner - removed from list by Mayor

Ok, so I'm not the personnel director, but I'm paving the way for a more productive Idiotville. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>Okay, okay, I know I am new here but a belly button lint collector is a heck of an important position--not to be forgotten. Can you imagine all those little circular wads of umbilical orifice stuff accumulating and occluding the streets of Idiotville? Very important! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Liny, what ARE you on about in the post above this one?<hr /></blockquote>REad GC's post then mine--we posted at the same time!
Well, see what 1 beer and a lack of sleep combined with a ton of stress; knead and sprinkle with the ******** I have provided having an A and you have one ******up LINY. Lightweight LINY.

Nite all.

[ January 13, 2005, 07:03 AM: Message edited by: Justuss ]

Hey susu.
{waving}
Nite susu.
{waving}

Going to make sure you have job security here in I-ville. Nitey nite.

Nighty Night LINY...

NIte RIF--thought you were in meetings...pray for us please. Don't mean to be so forward, but we really need it. Thanks as always.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 NIte RIF--thought you were in meetings...pray for us please. Don't mean to be so forward, but we really need it. Thanks as always. <hr /></blockquote>You got it... You and Brown are always on my prayer list... Hang in there, OK?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 Hey susu.
{waving}
Nite susu.
{waving}

Going to make sure you have job security here in I-ville. Nitey nite. <hr /></blockquote>Hi LINY, waving to you too. Boy I could sure use job security in some aspect of my life <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> . Thank you. Nitey nite to you too. Sleep tight, Loose sleeping is what got most of us here in the first place <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

And how are you this morning RIF? Are you still here? Hope all is well with you.

Hey Suzanne - I'm still here... got another meeting in 30 minutes... How are you doing this evening?

Hi RIF,

Oops, sorry I missed you. By the time I posted this you are probably already in another meeting. Where are you BTW? In another time zone obviously, but where? Anyway, I am doing okay this evening (morning). Ativan is my new best friend. Really takes the edge off, doesn't help my sleeping much though.

Thanks for asking. Take care. I amd going to go to bed and try to sleep. Nite all!!!!

Suzanne

Moring, I'ville <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

Well, today is the day. In 5 hours, I leave to move back to Victoria. Still no go as far as contacting the CO/XO. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> BUt, I talked to someone and they said that it is not unusual for the ship to investigate first. THen contact the non-military person. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> Of course, I will still contact them but I will wait until next week, I think. THat way, it will be enough time for them to have started. Heck, I might do it tomorrow. WTH! At least it won't be long distance.

AAHH! I am stressed to the max! For the first time since 2nd D-Day, I will be in the same city as the Dork! Add DDs confusion and anger, and I see a really rough road ahead. NUTS! I thought I was prepared for this but obviously not. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

And, in a couple of hours, I have to disconnect the computer to move it with me. Serious withdrawal for 12 hours or so.

Okay enough serious stuff. Robby, you back home yet? When will the decision be announced? Coffee's on.

bob said: <blockquote>quote:<hr /> all while its active the A is a source of extreme pleasure to WS <hr /></blockquote>I think you're making a generalization here Bob based on some things squiddy said a long time ago. Remember she was in the fog at the time. Until she is able to truthfully talk to you, you may never know. NOW tells me that she has thoughts that have gone back and forth from good to bad. So until you get to the point where squid opens up more and tells all, you may never know. In the mean time, when these thoughts hit, pray to God that he releases you from satan's grip.

Best of luck mate, you'll be home soon.

OMG: I just read my personal horrorscope!
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Typically, you know when to quit, for even though you can be quite logical, youâ€™re not one to go down fighting a losing battle. This time, however, you may not want to let go. You have a glimmer of hope and you really believe the sky is going to open and everything will work out perfectly. Well, it may not be perfect, but you can still surprise them all with your original tactics. <hr /></blockquote>That is so close to the truth! Or is it denial? Guess it depends on who you listen to, right? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Morning all!

FAA: Good luck! You can do this. Try to relax (I know that's not easy), but if you can calm yourself down it will help you get through this. Post when you can. hugz2u {{{{{Fightingaa}}}}}

Su: Welcome aboard. RIF is deployed somewhere in the middle east. He returns home in about 8-9 weeks. He's our rock.

Hi Suzanne - I'm in Afghanistan...we're 9.5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard time and 10.5 hours ahead of Central Standard Time... Makes for some really weird hours <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Hey FAA - Good luck with your move and your situation... you're in my prayers...

Hey RH - How's it going?

Morning, RH. Relax? What is that? That is like asking me to quit drinking coffee! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

But, me being the eternal optimist at heart; I find that the more I dread the situation and force myself to face it, the less things come as a surprise. Does that make sense? It is rarely as bad as I picture it. Maybe I have an overactive imagination for picturing the worst scenario first.

Hi, Su. RIF you still around?

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Recovering H:
 He returns home in about 8-9 weeks. <hr /></blockquote>Oh how I WISH !!!! 3.5 more months to go... but hey, I got to be home for my 18th wedding anniversary and for Christmas... so I'm not complaining. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

Hey FAA - I'm still here... done with all my meetings for the day and just hanging out in the office... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

FAA: Don't read those horoscopes. They're so generic that they're bound to get something right. You're above that. Now hang in there.

I LOVE those horoscopes. Generic or not, they are entetaining to me. I don't take as as the be-all end-all. But, as in this case, it does describe my sitch. I am fighting a battle. I know that the outcome is very likely to not be what I hope or desire. BUT, I do have a few, well, lots of surprises left in me. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So, I take it as a "go get 'em Tiger" kind of encouragement thing. Not as good as MB by any means. BUt, I will take encouragement and validation where I can get them.

THanks, RIF. I know in my heart of hearts, even in the depths of my sorrow, that I am doing the right thing. ANd I know that no matter the outcome, I will survive and be a better, and wiser, person for this. Just wish I didn't have to learn life lessons this way. <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> "go get 'em Tiger" <hr /></blockquote>Well, if you're looking at it that way, then ok.

Now go get 'em Tiger!

bob, thanks for the kind words. no need to apologize for anything you said either. as far as the stmt you made about the A being intense pleasure for the FWS. not true in my case either. i can elaborate if you want.

hi everyone else, i have to get kids up and off to school now...

Bob, <blockquote>quote:<hr /> I wonder sometimes if FWS truly realise the hurt they cause BS though. <hr /></blockquote>I really don't like this statement. Of course we can't feel your pain, but we see it. I'm not a monster, I'm sympathetic and caring, and I know I have hurt my H, and I hate that I did. It is hard to breath knowing you messed up so bad, knowing you have hurt somebody, the love of your life, to such a depth.

This statement just makes me feel like I'm not truly forgiven. It makes me feel that the BS wants me to always feel sinful.

I don't want to carry this sin for the rest of my life, I don't want my ST to feel this deep pain for the rest of his life. I want to learn and move on. I don't want to be caught here, in this world of infidelity for the rest of our years.

I have seen the pain. Bob, really, what is worse, feeling the pain, or causing the pain????

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Please, don't feel bad for your post, I adore you, JMPOV.

KY

Morning {{{Jelly}}}! On countdown for me and procrastinating about tearing down the computer.

MPOV on this? IF, WH ever realizes what he has done and how he hurt US, I can forgive him. Trust is another thing that has to be rebuilt. AND IMO, you have regret, empathy, and understanding AND are working on rebuilding. That is the operative word here, Jelly. You WANT to make things better. AND you are WORKING to make it happen. So, what more is there? IMO, nothing. Most of life's lessons are hard won. AND that makes you appreciate something you either lost or almost lost.

Hang in there. We love you!

* Jen - nothing you have ever said has caused me to be sad. I posted up my 'picture' feelings because that all I seem to think about when I'm alone in my hotel room. And it IS a stupid think to think about, I can't change it and only needless pain comes from it.

And you're right - I gave it three months to plan B, then three months to somehing else then... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

A new BS can't imagine feeling so terrible for year s, I NEEDED to have a shorter term checkpoint. Now I'm not thinking in that way.

You are not responsible for my current sadness, Jen, I am. {{{{jen}}}}

* Recovering H said :
I think you're making a generalization here Bob based on some things squiddy said a long time ago. Remember she was in the fog at the time. Until she is able to truthfully talk to you, you may never know. NOW tells me that she has thoughts that have gone back and forth from good to bad. So until you get to the point where squid opens up more and tells all, you may never know. In the mean time, when these thoughts hit, pray to God that he releases you from satan's grip.

So you think infidels don't enjoy being in an affair at the time VERY MUCH indeed ? If not why do they do it? SAA says the feelings of love, enjoyment even SF are unbelievably intense. Even though FWS come to regret it, that surely does not remove the fact that it was a source of pleasure to them at one time ? Like a recovered junkie - they HATE heroin and regret taking it but that doesn't mean the high wasn't pleasurable.

* fl-T2M - I would like to hear why your did not enjoy your afair but..really...I don't. It would hurt you, hurt me and I have alreadypulluted I'ville's happy today. Thanks for the offer though, appreciated <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

* KY, not my intention at all darl'. I should not have generalised. I should have said " I do not think Squid realises the depth of hurt she caused me". Not FWS generally. You know for sure the damage done, AND you have taken ALL STEPS To put it right !

Squid ain't yet.

Sorry I posted those words, I might have known they'd hurt some of my most treasured friends <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Sorry <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

Its just that....I've gotten used to living with Godzilla in my living room, but sometimes I notivce he's there and I panic, right ?

{{{{{FWS friends}}}}} sorry if I made you sad <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Please, don't feel bad for your post, I adore you, JMPOV.
<hr /></blockquote>

I generally have the most inaccurate horoscopes possible. H was deployed for a year and I constantly got horoscopes telling me about all the romance I'd have that night and travel. I'd go months without leaving a 30 mile radius of my home.

I have better luck using the magic phrase on fortune cookies.

Su,

Belly button lint collecting is a hobby, not a job. We'd have to make you the Belly Button Lint Museum Director or some sort of scientist for it to be an occupation.

Dobie

Morning Dobie. The fortune cookies for me are as close to the mark as the horoscopes are for you. THings like "you are venerated for your ancient wisdom" WTH? Ancient? Yes, I got that in a cookie. My kids still tease me about that one!

Bob,

You know how when a child doesn't get enough attention from his parents they tend to "act out", misbehave, or whatever.....the reason they do so is because even negative attention is better than none at all. Does that answer for you why a FWW can have an affair even though it does NOT always or even frequently provide intense pleasure? And you said yourself that the thoughts you have are pointless and painful, so why do you allow them?

What I have noticed is that you are focusing SO MUCH on wanting your wife come to realize the pain she has caused you. I don't think that is productive. I can tell you firsthand that when RH was doing that same thing, I either shut down or backed away. It only felt like he was attempting to punish me continuously. When he backed off from doing that, THAT is when I was able to see what it had done to him.

Also, it does not make ME feel any better when people "bad-mouth" the OM because I realize I was in the same category. Whenever I hear bad things said about the OM/OW I "hear" that about myself.

All these things tend to give us mixed messages....as FWWs.

NOW

Hey Bob mate how r you going right now??

sound a bit down lately, hey dont give it up now.. its getting there you know!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

How are the rest of idiots these days?? more idiotic than usual perhaps???

AW has planted her butt in front of the idiot box watching cricket - Aust Vs Pakistan - she shouldn't bother we'll thrash them ..I know because I have $200 bucks riding on the outcome <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

and she'll hate eating rice and tuna for the next week if I loose ,,,,,hehehheheh <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Morning!

Funny

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by fightingalone-again:
 Okay enough serious stuff. Robby, you back home yet? When will the decision be announced? <hr /></blockquote>Good Morning Idiotville!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

So, my job is not serious, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> I have a meeting this morning with an area president and a 5 pm interview with the decision maker. KEEP EVERYTHING CROSSED!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I hope the decision comes quickly. I'm supposed to start my new job at my current company next Tuesday. I'd hate to start and then quit. Not professional. Wouldn't feel good about it.

I'm going to push, err, nudge (gently) for a quick, err timely decision!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Kimmy. Love the Baby Queen!

Robby, no comment. Have a coffee. Seriously! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Geeese Robby

can I uncross everything now???

My eyes sre stsrting to water!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

(hey good news I hear on the job front AND a big move perhaps as well?)

(ding)

NOW: You have mail.

Robster, I totally agree with EVERYTHING that Starz said regarding your W. I was thinking of her when I was driving home last night.

There are people in this world that if you screw up once think they are owed watching you suffer and be unhappy forever. Your poor wife sounds like she's one of them. She doesn't want you, but she doesn't want you to move on. Didn't you know you are supposed to sit around in your chonies pining after her forever??? Silly Mayor, you're not behaving according to plan!

Sorry, chica, you can't have it both ways....

BTW: I'm proud of you, my friend! You really are a good guy.

faa,

That is SO funny combined with the magic phrase.

I'm far enough in recovery that I had to laugh about H one day. We always share what our fortune cookies say. Once, he took one look at his and turned pale, then refused to read it to me. I couldn't help peeking at it when I cleared the table. "A past love will come back into your life." It should probably have been a trigger, but his reaction to it really warmed my heart.

Dobie

Robby,

I'm with de on that one! And good luck with your meetings today!

RH.....logging off....

Hey A2, long time no see!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{A2}}}}}

(I just looove Australian men!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

Hope you leg is better and your thumbs aren't too sore!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Big job is a commin'!! I can smell it!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

May need to add a new job in Idiotville if I get it though: The Mayor's Ego Wrangler! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> That puppy CAN'T be allowed to run amuck!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> I wanna move someplace warmer. <hr /></blockquote>You are welcome in Texas, anytime GC! You'd love Austin!

All the idjits are welcome here, imo. I'm sure Starz feels the same!

I was out late last night and had a whole day off MB. Was quite proud of myself but then I come back and feel like I've missed out on loads of stuff.

KiwiJ - something major must have been going on yesterday for you (noted a comment about half a bottle gone). Hope you're ok.

BobP - I think you are a treasure. You make me smile. One minute you are torturing yourself with images of Squid and OM and next you're getting her a new wedding band. Well, this is my useless advice. I think it is too soon. Just wait until the pain has eased a bit. It's obviously still so fresh in your mind and it is still only a matter of months. You are reclaiming your marriage bit by bit but you are an impatient man.

And to the belly button lint person - mine's an outty so I don't get that stuff. TT

Legs not too bad, more a bleeding nuisance than anything - bleeding as in replacement swear word not blood <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> -
AW told me I had to turn my language down with a new baby as she didn't want HIM (heh heh) learning his 'first' word is not allowed in polite society <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> keh???

I say F*** anywhere I am....lol - thats 'fool' for you with dirty minds !!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I hesitate to ask, .... but what about my thumbs??????
Did I say something when I was full as a boot????
I dont remember anything about thumbs except almost sticking one up my butt out of fear jumping out of a helo on a line drop in Stan one night.........???? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Dealan-de:
 Didn't you know you are supposed to sit around in your chonies pining after her forever??? Silly Mayor, you're not behaving according to plan!

Sorry, chica, you can't have it both ways....

<hr /></blockquote>LOL!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Thanks De, Now, Kiwi & all!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

{{{{{Idiotville}}}}}

W is also a classic cake-eater. Wants everything her way all the time.

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by aussie2:
 I hesitate to ask, .... but what about my thumbs??????
<hr /></blockquote>AW said you've been playing a lot of PC games... can be hard on the digits!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Idiots, I had 3 hours invigilating an exam today. Dead boring, not allowed to read a book even. So I wrote a poem and want to share it with you because no one in the whole world would probably understand more the thoughts that were going through my head at the time. I dedicate it to my MB friends.

"No"

A broken promise, a changed life
No special meaning in being your wife
Your beautiful girls so trusting and sweet
Young lives altered so you could go out and cheat

I cared for you but forgot to dote
You edged away from my touch
No talking, no intimacy, so remote
My happy spirit you tried to crush

You let someone into your head
You let someone fester in your heart
You let someone into our bed
You let someone tear us apart

So you felt disillusioned and unhappy
And blamed it all on me
And hatched a plan, the Great Escape
Full of lies, deceit and adultery

You could have, should have turned around
Just simply backed away
"No" would have saved so many tears
"No" was the right thing to say. TT

Yeah, we ALL want things our own way all the time....'cept we don't all EXPECT it! Thinking I was "entitled", that's what got me in trouble! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

{{{{{{ROBBY}}}}}}}}
Hail to the Mayor!

Dealan -Absolutely agree. Move to heaven - live with us down here.

Robby - I will have to uncross everything for a moment and go to the bathroom - hope that's ok. Also, Mayor's Ego Wrangler - that is pretty much handled already by Jelly. BTW - Where is she?

Next portion for Bob - don't read if you would be hurt by it - no intention to hurt my friends in any way.

Bob- My questions re Plan A the other day were directly related to this topic. I have been so stoic and hidden my pain (except for two occasions in a year) that I don't know if IB is truly aware of my pain. I have tried to hide it because I felt that in Plan A that would be counterproductive. That he would not see me as a happy, upbeat person who is going on with her life. (I'm trying, I'm trying). I haven't shown happy, exactly, but content and calm going on with my life. In my situation, the A is still very much alive, the fog is very thick, and although they are not meeting physically any more, they are still in daily contact, I believe. My pain is enormous, but I don't know how (I guess) to let him see my pain, so he begins to be aware of it. I guess I think somehow that Plan A involves hiding it - not letting it show. Maybe I'm wrong. I've been looking for my copy of SAA for two days - I have misplaced it somewhere. I have no desire to hurt him - I guess I feel that letting him see the enormity of my pain would hurt him very much. At least I would hope that he cares enough to hurt. It's questionable right now.

Starz,

I could see RH's pain....he didn't try to hide it. But neither did he lash out at me because of it. Somehow he just felt the pain without really BLAMING me for it. What stands out for me is how he could be so nice to me while feeling all that pain.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Did anyone else get a "Fatal Error" recently when trying to access Idiotville? I did. We definitely need a FEMA director. Need a disaster recovery plan, a contingency committee, etc!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Robby,

YEAH! I got that too! WTH??? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Robby, I got the same thing. TIme to start I'ville Part Deux?

Fatal error: Allowed memory size of 8388608 bytes exhausted (tried to allocate 883 bytes) in /www/marriage/html/forum/ultimatebb.php on line 267 Um, our we going to be forced to close down Iville??? What will I do? Where will I go? No where else in the world accepts us idiots like this town. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

Can't catch up right now, gotta get to work. Hopefully I can get in and read up on y'all.

Hugs

Yep, me too. I knew someday someone besides IB would consider me a fatal error. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" /> What do we do now?

First of all, don't panic.

REMAIN CALM!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We will get through this together!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

If something happens anybody can start a new, temporary Idiotville. But we will need the queen to start a permanent replacement.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Let's just go about our lives as usual, everything is going to be OK.!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Fatal error: Allowed memory size of 8388608 bytes exhausted (tried to allocate 883 bytes) in /www/marriage/html/forum/ultimatebb.php on line 267

Highway Commissioner here, all the roads are open, there has been no earthquake, no tsunamis.

And I'm (Alexander Haig) in charge here. Nothing to worry about, everybody keep going about your business. Everything is fine and dandy, sweet as candy.

Perception is reality.
<img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

I just submitted a poem worthy of a Nobel Prize and now it's going to be shut-down. Not fair.

Can't they just get rid of the first 1 million pages - surely nobody goes back to the start. TT

Mornin all.

Yeah, same messsage.

tt--you know, the whole class got every answer right? (Hehe--j/k--love poetry--good poem.)

F-again--we'll be thinking of you on your move...deep breaths!

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Also, it does not make ME feel any better when people "bad-mouth" the OM because I realize I was in the same category.<hr /></blockquote>IMHO here...I understand what you are saying...HOWEVER, when you generalize like that, you are not taking into consideration (possibly) where the person who is referring to the OP is at their recovery, if they are. You are transfering those words into where you and RH are--you guys are at a different place. Make sense?
I now completely understand what the stages are: I'm finally at the stage to see what this OW is really about, and, I just don't care. Went through all different types of feelings..but, I just don't care. Hmmph.

Robby--best wishes tonight, bro!

Starz: Up to the roof tops, if there's any looting, shoot to kill.

No, wait, I don't think there are any stores in Idiotville.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

yeah Robby

been playing heaps of games just for fun but need a break I think.......... I'm starting to dream in Latin!!!

Alea iacta est <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

Well, she's gotta protect dobie in the restroom...you never know who just might steal a big mint!

And I'm still in charge

bob, please do NOT apologize for your posting!!! it has actually had a big benefit for me. just like you say reading the posts of FWSs help you. reading posts of BHs really help me. YOU are not the cause of anyone else's pain here. you did not go off and try to purposely say hurtful things to be mean. you were showing your perspective and that is why it is so helpful.

i certainly will not sit here and tell you there was NO pleasure of any type ever during all of this. thre was emotional and physical pleasure at times. however, i had to work hard to ignore the "ugly" facts in order to get the pleasure and it was impossible to do that much. then for me, as i got to hating myself more and more for what i was doing and yet feeling so very trapped in the addictivness part of it, i let OM treat me worse and worse. the best way i can describe it is to say i encouraged him to treat me as an object. because that is all i felt like.

people do things to cause pain to themselves. when emotional pain gets too intense in my head, i will dig my nails into my skin or scratch my arm till it bleeds. (actually i USED to do those things, not anymore!!!)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />What stands out for me is how he could be so nice to me while feeling all that pain.
<hr /></blockquote>ditto for me and it is amazing.

i am getting the same errors... you guys are all so funny!!!

Fatal error: Allowed memory size of 8388608 bytes exhausted (tried to allocate 1242 bytes) in /www/marriage/html/forum/ultimatebb.php on line 267

I got the same message....

Yeah...I really think we should start Idiotville II or something...I see Robby set up a refugee camp JIC, but...if anything needs to be saved, I would start doing it now!

TT, it was a great poem. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Don't worry... I just saved Idiotville through page 446 on hard drive. I've been doing this periodically ever since the Jelly thread was ripped away from us!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

There's some great stuff here and I enjoy going back and reading through some of our "adventures' from time to time!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

OK...going out on a limb here...

As Robby has everything saved--if anyone needs or wants to get something or even a copy or whatever--can we take a vote to shut down I-ville ourselves before we are told to? Of course, where is the queen when we need her?!?!? And of course, we would need to vote on a name of our new province...

Just a proposal, from the AG's office.

Yep got same message!!

hey Bob

dont feel bad about what you post...AW never takes it as anything other than the OP you were dealing with..... and I always intrepreted it that way too

I mean the things I say about OM are about OUR OM not anyone else here...... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" />

In the past 60 minutes, 25 people have visited IDIOTVILLE
aussie2, robby13, LINY, FinallyLearning-T2M, RIF, Recovering H, DanigirlinVA, NotOnlyWords, legato, starz, faithful follower, fightingalone-again, Dobie, tummytuck, and 11 guests.

Wow! Lots of peeps here today!! Hello all! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Fatal errors are probably being caused by the lurkers, err "guests" reporting us to the Mods!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I never took it that way, either....but how different are we, really?

I'm outta here.

Hey A2!!! Just realized that was you posting!!!

OK, ready for some LINY humour for possibly the last time?....
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THIS REALLY BYTES!!!!!

Somebody find Queen Jelly !! She has been missing for 2 days! The Queen is needed by her people. I think Idiotville2 is the best name - Or Idiotvillage? Idiotburg? (Sounds too much like Iceberg - oy veh)

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 OK...going out on a limb here...

As Robby has everything saved--if anyone needs or wants to get something or even a copy or whatever--can we take a vote to shut down I-ville ourselves before we are told to? Of course, where is the queen when we need her?!?!? And of course, we would need to vote on a name of our new province...

Just a proposal, from the AG's office. <hr /></blockquote>First you're not funny now this?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

And what makes you think Idiotville is a democracy?

We have a Queen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Gotta love the weather forecast for tommorrow:
Morning thunderstorms, high of 60; afternoon snow showers, low of 20. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 OK, ready for some LINY humour for possibly the last time?....

<hr /></blockquote>And now we have a Drama Queen!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Again...

Don't Panic!!

Remain Calm!!!

IF we need to start a new thread it will still be called Idiotville.

I can remove the "refugee camp" portion of the thread title and WE WILL SURVIVE!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Liny

got LOTS of YOUR jokes right here.....

Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder...so

Todays Oxymoron is ...... Microsoft Works

24 hours in a day ... 24 beers in a carton ...coincidence?

Hey Robby, you need to save your next post for 'ol2! BTW, congrats on 6700--possibly the last significant post on I-ville.

I'm out for a bit peeps.

My tribute to 2long...

Since this is my 2222 post.

2long,

Just a quick note to let you know how much I appreciate you on MB. I follow what you post and consider myself wiser for it. Sometimes I try to argue (silently) with your logic but I usually lose! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Recently you entertained the thought of leaving MB. I'm glad you've come to your senses as your insights are quite invaluable.

{{{{{2long}}}}}

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by LINY:
 BTW, congrats on 6700--possibly the last significant post on I-ville. <hr /></blockquote>Drama Queen!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I'm posting this on AW's request for all us men. I'm not sure whats she's on about but wanting to keep the peace and be a real SNAG - Sensitive New Aged Guy - here it is........

The Real Man Test

1. Alien beings from a highly advanced society visit the Earth, and you are the first human they encounter. As a token of intergalactic friendship, they present you with a small but incredibly sophisticated device that is capable of curing all disease, providing an infinite supply of clean energy, wiping out hunger and poverty, and permanently eliminating oppression and violence all over the entire Earth. You decide to:
A. Present it to the Prime Minister of Australia..
B. Present it to the Secretary General of the United Nations.
C. Take it apart.
2. As you grow older, what lost quality of your youthful life do you miss the most?
A. Innocence.
B. Idealism.
C. Drinking 5 beers before you need to go to WC.
3. When is it okay to kiss another male?
A. When you wish to display simple and pure affection without regard for narrow-minded social conventions.
B. When he is the pope. (Not on the lips.)
C. When he is your brother and you are Al Pacino and this is the only really sportsmanlike way to let him know that, for business reasons, you have to have him killed.
4. What about hugging another male?
A. If heâ€™s your father and at least one of you has a fatal disease.
B. If youâ€™re performing the Heimlich maneuver. (And even in this case, you should repeatedly shout: "I am just dislodging food trapped in this maleâ€™s trachea! I am not in any way aroused!"
C. If youâ€™re a professional soccer player and a teammate scores to win the World Cup, you may hug him provided that:
1. He is legally within the Penalty area,
2. Both of you are wearing protective cups, and
3. You also pound him fraternally with your fist hard enough to cause fractures.
4, Most of us blokes still think you are gender confused anyway
5. Complete this sentence: A funeral is a good time to...
A. ...remember the deceased and console his loved ones.
B. ...reflect upon the fleeting transience of earthly life.
C. ...tell the joke about the guy who has Alzheimerâ€™s disease and cancer.
6. In your opinion, the ideal pet is:
A. A cat.
B. A dog.
C. A dog that eats cats.
7. You have been seeing a woman for several years. She is attractive and intelligent, and you always enjoy being with her. One leisurely Sunday afternoon the two of you are taking it easy-youâ€™re watching a cricket game; sheâ€™s reading the papers-when she suddenly, out of the clear blue sky, tells you that she thinks she really loves you, but she can no longer bear the uncertainty of not knowing where your relationship is going. She says sheâ€™s not asking whether you want to get married; only whether you believe that you have some kind of future together. What do you say?
A. That you sincerely believe the two of you do have a future, but you donâ€™t want to rush it.
B. That although you also have strong feelings for her, you cannot honestly say that youâ€™ll be ready anytime soon to make a lasting commitment, and you donâ€™t want to hurt her by holding out false hope.
C. That you cannot believe the Umpire called a not out with that last catch.
8. Okay, so you have decided that you truly love a woman and you want to spend the rest of your life with her - sharing the joys and the sorrows, the triumphs and the tragedies, and all the adventures and opportunities that the world has to offer, come what may. How do you tell her?
A. You take her to a nice restaurant and tell her after dinner.
B. You take her for a walk on a moonlit beach, and you say her name, and when she turns to you, with the sea breeze blowing her hair and the stars in her eyes, you tell her.
C. Tell her what?
9. One weekday morning your wife wakes up feeling ill and asks you to get your three children ready for school. Your first question to her is:
A. "Do they need to eat or anything?"
B. "Theyâ€™re in school already?"
C. "There are three of them?"
10. When is it okay to throw away a set of veteran underwear?
A. When it has turned the colour of a dead whale and developed new holes so large that youâ€™re not sure which ones were originally intended for your legs.
B. When it is down to eight loosely connected underwear molecules and has to be handled with tweezers.
C. It is never okay to throw away veteran underwear. A real guy checks the garbage regularly in case somebody-and we are not naming names, but this would be his wife-is quietly trying to discard his underwear, which she is frankly jealous of, because the guy seems to have a more intimate relationship with it than with her.
11. What, in your opinion, is the most reasonable explanation for the fact that Moses led the Israelites all over the place for forty years before they finally got to the Promised Land?
A. He was being tested.
B. He wanted them to really appreciate the Promised Land when they finally got there.
C. He refused to ask for directions because he was a REAL man!!
12. What is the human raceâ€™s single greatest achievement?
A. Democracy.
B. Religion.
C. Remote control.

How to Score...
Give yourself one point for every time you picked answer "C."
A real guy would score at least 10 on this test.
Give yourself a bonus 5 points for knowing the Alzheimerâ€™s joke.

Getting the fatal error more and more now.

Feel free to move to the refugee camp if the problem persists. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

At least now we know our limits!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Here's the link:

http://www.marriagebuilders.com/forum/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=37;t=035771

Now THAT'S funny RH!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

We may not be able to see the link if the fatal error becomes permanent!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Was just trying to get the last post, so I could say that I killed it.

<img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Where's starz when ya need her?!?!? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

WOW! Look at this! I think you all have just posted way to much and MB doesn't know how to handle all the chatter <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

You sure have a way of keeping things fun though!
Danielle

Hey Dani! Welcome to Idiotville!
Robby is the Mayor KY is queen, and I'm the Drama Queen! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You know things are bad when Liny calls himself a drama queen. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" />

KY, mayor-ya got mail.

Cya all later.

A2, so good to see you post! Waving to all the idiots as we go down with the ship. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Hmmm, either really slow cuz FF killed it or.

OR NOT!!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

gotcha RH <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

(Tag)
You're it.

(running away fast...for a gimp)

(bang)

Did I kill it? huh, huh, huh?

nope not yet <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="images/icons/shocked.gif" />

*hands on hips*..so where are new residents supposed to post, here or II? hmmm??

btw..I just got another error trying to get to this last page..

Aislinn..arghh you are killing my chances at killing this thread. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="images/icons/blush.gif" />

Road Commissioner checking in. Sorry for the detour. This road has been closed and will be under construction for the foreseable future. Any additional postings will be dealt with by town security/sniper---> Starz <img border="0" title="" alt="[Mad]" src="images/icons/mad.gif" />

hiding from starz... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

FF: You've been hiding from Starz alot on this thread....hmmm.

You wanna hold the flagger paddle? No? then get to work!

Isn't it time to clean up those empties?

are you guys done yet????

Jelly,

IDIOTVILLE has been saved to hard disk.

You can delete if you wish. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

almost

Cut it out RH. I'm trying to move my office!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> does RH always get the last word in at home or does he just come here to do it? <hr /></blockquote>NOW said no. But I don't think so.

Are we going to do this all night?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

I wasn't planning to stay up all night, I was just waiting for your flight back to Florida.

Not leaving until tomorrow!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Hey Idiots - What Up? I've been out with the search dogs looking for lost Idiots. I check in here, and you all are having a great big party!

The dogs and I are tired. Anybody got a drink?

By the way, are we here or are we there?

Ok. Good luck and have a safe trip. The road commissioner and census taker will be alert in your absence.

(I'm green with envy <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" /> )

We're over there, just Robby and I trying to get this place cleaned up before we close it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Roll Eyes]" src="images/icons/rolleyes.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="images/icons/cool.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

You can have the last post, RH!!

It seems important to you!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="images/icons/tongue.gif" />

Besides, I just got a GREAT JOB!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

Bye, bye IDIOTVILLE!!!

Huagghhruah !!! Arrrghhh !!!

BACK FROM THE DEAD - IDIOTVILLE !!!

(Where's the mayor?)

(koff koff)

WELCOME TO IDIOTVILLE!!!

I AM THE MAYOR!!!!

I'm home!

I'm the 411 operator who knows nothing.

Yaaaah !!!

We're back !

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What is everyone doing on Black Friday?

OK. I will start. I am cooking.

Yeah, Thanksgiving was yesterday, but traditional comfort food is doughy, fattening, and full of oil.

So the holiday tradition here is morning of Black Friday I cook up a big mess of something I call "Cajun Eggs". It is a layered dish of yummy goodness.

Layer one: Red Beans and Rice cooked with Spicy Sausage.
Layer two: Pepper Jack Cheese
Layer three: Black beans. Two cans cooked with one cup of chopped jalapenos.
Layer four: 3 eggs over medium.

Top with a generous portion of Satan's Ghost pepper sauce. Garnish with fresh cut avocado to lull everyone into a false sense of security.

WOOOOOO HOOOOOOO !!!

(Don't think the boys friends are too happy. Milk's almost gone).

Ok. New game.

Lay on floor. Groan. Trace your digestive tract with a sharpie. Color coding of the various involved organs optional, but appreciated.

(We are all gonna die from the radioactive debris from the comet ISON, anyway. So WTH, ya know?

Originally Posted by NCWalker

What is everyone doing on Black Friday?

Taking my kids roller skating

We are visiting family so hanging with them. That sounds so yummy, NC.

Sniper here. Reporting for duty. (Looking around carefully.)

Turkey enchiladas verdes here. Hola from Tejas!

HELLO IDJITS!!!! HAPPY THANKSGIVING! COOK REPORTING FOR DUTY! I had a houseful of boys yesterday.....so i'm late to the party as usual!!!lol

Dealan De.
I guess the Dr Oz meatless diet didn't stick?

Originally Posted by NCWalker

What is everyone doing on Black Friday?

Howdy y'all!!! What I did on BF was drive home from my momma's in Amarillo with my sister. We stopped at every Starbucks on the way home too!!

Hello all you idjits!!! how the time has flown. Hopefully you are all doing well in health and family. I was told to come looking for you guys and was it a surprise!!

I can't believe it..... IDIOTVILLE is back. Just because I was distracted for a few years with daily life turmoils ........... hubby, Mikes kindy, then school, work and suddenly you are all back!!!

I thought black Friday was Friday 13th? or is that only a UK and ex colonies type of thing? Perhaps I am just confused because its Sunday and I am tired.

Don't know which but Hubby and I went out to dinner tonight it was lovely, live music, pavlova, roast turkey, ham, beef and more veges and salads you could poke a stick at. Did I mention pavlova? 2 pieces..... totally guilty and not caring lol

Hubby eats strange things ... he had roast potato pieces in herbs with... wait for it..... chocolate cake. It must of been good because he had three serves..... and I didn't have to cook
or wash up. Spoiled rotten and loving it.

right now I'm off to bed as I have work tomorrow. Love to all of you Guys and Gals

AW!! Black Friday is the shopping day on the day after Thanksgiving. Give Aussie my love and tell your DD thanks for getting you back here.

It's back, but on shaky legs. Not nearly the level of crazy I was expecting.

Y'all seem right proper.

if we are all right proper then something is wrong!!!! lol

Hey AW!!!! my best to aussie and a squeeze to mikey!!!

It's so good to see many of you on here. You all were a huge part of maintaining my sanity some years back. There were some on MB who didn't think we belonged here, and really resented us, but I can truthfully say that although I participated in other threads that were certainly helpful, there were times that my friends in Idiotville were all that held me together. And many of us have stayed in contact and remained friends after all this time! Love you all.

And, for the record, I read all the books, and did counseling with Steve. Idiotville still was my sanity.

Morning Dear Idjits

I have been sending out a few emails apologising for being a poor respondent in the last few years as I am prone to forget my own head if its not sewn or screwed on, so this year I thought I would be clever and send out a very early MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone, none of that short cut "Xmas" mind you but a full MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!!!!!!

Most of you have just had your summer, while down here in the Southern Hemisphere we are just beginning ours. I do hope you have all had a pleasant summer and got to do all the things you promised yourself while knee deep in snow and rain last winter. I do love summer here, though our winters are really mild in any event.

My old Mum, I and DD had a night of catch up of who where what and why the other week to see where people were and trying match addresses. You will be pleased to know, or perhaps surprised, that I actually found all the cards from last year, the ones I forgot to post to anyone at all. Yes hopeless!! I even found the card I was to hand to Mum and Dad. Sorry. Then I found I was supposed to send THIS years out by last Thursday.

I plead insanity and stress for last year. This year its not so much stress, actually I'm, to use an American term, just PERKY as ever I could be. (Is that an American term or have I just been watching too much TV?)

My children, well except for one, are home for the season and New Years even if they spend it out with friends and all night parties or whatever the young ones get up to these days. I or Jack drive them to the various locations and pick them up or if its too late they taxi home and put it on my cab charge. Generous of them. However its better than drink driving or taking a lift from someone who is in a state. And to be honest if I can bribe them to stay here I will LOL (Bad Mummy)

Jack is at home a lot of the time and I don't question when he's not, he may tell me and THEN I would worry. My oldest son is taking some well earned leave and won't be going back to the sandpit in all likelihood as far as anyone here can guess. He and his fiancee are FINALLY discussing the big day Yippee!!

DD and SIL have had a tumultuous 18 months however he has healed and for better or worse is back on operations.

Michael is just a darling. When Jack is away he comes up to me and gives me a hug and tells me "Its Ok Mummy, Daddy WILL be ok." I am starting to wonder whom is parenting whom here. As everywhere, life goes on mostly quietly and with joy and love, bill paying, working, long hours....... but lets not be get too negative lol

How are you all and your families? All doing OK and well I hope? Please let us know, pretty please?

Again I do pray all are happy and well especially as we enter the Christmas period and wish to spend time with your family and friends. Be safe, take care and have a happy wonderful holiday period.

Now, before I forget again.......

MERRY CHRISTMAS
with love and care

AW, Aussie & Michael