Archive through December 17, 2003
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Archive through December 17, 2003
Lkunkel | Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 05:48 pm     Hi folks. I just got home from a memorial service for a 17YO boy. His father requested that we please ask all other parents and grandparents to remind their children to drive slowly and to be buckled up. And that, while they might think that they are invincible, they are truly only flesh and blood, and will die if their 2 ton vehicle crashes into and through a building. So, I am passing on his request. |
Sillycalimomma | Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 07:56 pm     Oh wow.....that is awful. I hate when loved ones are lost, I hate when they are lost over sensless acts that could have been prevented.....and I hate when they are lost during this time of year. I am always a safe driver, very curtious (although I admit I was not always) I am sorry to hear about this and I will certainly remind all I know..... |
Sillycalimomma | Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 07:56 pm     I am still a "newbie" around these areas, but I had a thought today {scary I know) I was thinking that life has some pretty funny moments in them and it would be nice to have an area to post these maybe. Like a "I almost wet my pants today when..." and then we share.... i.e..... Today my 6 year old daughter and my 5 year old nephew were in a bit of a "tiff". They were going back and forth with the "Whatever" saying while holding their hands up to show a W. Then my nephew held up his fingers in a L and said "Loser!" Well.....not to be outdone my daughter quickly yelled "Loser!" Back...unfortunatly when she did this instead of putting up an L with her fingers she put both of her hands up and made a frame around her face. Therefore implying that yes in fact she was the "loser"..... I don't know if that description makes sense, but if you had seen this you too would have almost wet your pants with laughter! |
Jeep | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 05:38 am     TGIF! And it's pay day here, too! An added bonus. I will have to get out and spend my money fast before the rotten weather gets here Saturday night and Sunday. More snow! Funny story, Silly! The favorite one here at the office is when the boss, all decked out in a new suit, came out of the bathroom with a toilet paper trail behind him. Not hooked to his shoe, but out of the back of his pants. About 6 feet worth. He walked the entire length of the office to the front and stood there talking to the UPS man. We were all rolling on the floor! The UPS man had to tell him. His response: I wondered where that went to! His face was red all day. |
Zules | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 06:02 am     Lkunkel, a sobering message to drivers of any age. Thanks for passing the Father's message along. Applause for Tabby for the best comeback line of the day! Sillycali, I almost spit my coffee out picturing your little girl with her hands framed around her face. Hilarious! Jeep - ROFL! That is tooooooo funny! |
Ladytex | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 07:59 am     Mornin' all! TGIF!! |
Reader234 | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 08:07 am     ladyt, concerning above weather post, being a transplanted Chicagoan, from this nearby chicagoan I think the time has come to say.... PFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFfffffffffffffffffffttttttt!! btw way, its -4 degrees F today!! PS< it does belong in Chicago in December, and with the sun shining the only thing missing is SNOW!! just sayin!!
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Urgrace | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 09:44 am     Zules, then your blonde friend doesn't work in a morgue huh? Silly, cute story and it's all right to start that new thread yourself. Just back out of this particular thread then scroll to the bottom in the topic area where it says Create a new conversation Jeep, it sounds like no one likes your boss. We would have teased my boss endlessly! Reader, that is why Ladytex and I live in Texas. I happen to live just south of the snow line, too. |
Zules | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 10:47 am     Okay, so I just went to the store and bought a whole bunch of stuff for a party I'm having tomorrow. Upon leaving, I park the cart so I don't have to bring it all the way back. I instead carry all the bags to my car....almost. One freakin' bag crashes to the ground and wouldn't you just know it, all the breakables are in the same bag. EVERYTHING broke. I just had to stand amid the mess and laugh. So now the parking lot is going to smell of a mixture of wine, beer, olives and honey! |
Pamy | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 11:11 am     LK..thanks for passing that on, especially during this season where people might be tempted to drink and drive. My heart goes out to that family. |
Lkunkel | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 11:59 am     Silly, Zules, and Pamy: He kept saying that everytime anyone asked if there was anything that that person could do for him. So, I figured that offering it here was appropriate. While not to get graphic, the scene was so bad that they had trouble distinguishing the two boys. I'm creating gift bags to drop off secretly around Christmas for the boys 2 younger sisters. They both love my homemade cocoa mix, so I'm making up some of that, and trying to think of other comforting things to put in a bag for a 14YO and a 5/6YO. |
Reader234 | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 12:28 pm     So sweet Lkunkel, about the bags. I'm having a hard time with my 14yr old too, I would like to caution people about gift cards. Buyer Beware kinda thing... on the back of the cards it has an expiration date (1-6 months) well, if its a 1 month card, and you try and use it, they charge you for it!! One place had a $2.50 for each month you DIDNT use the dang card. I found this out after the card said I owed the freaking store $2.50!! Also, with the cards when you buy them, Best Buy is notorious for screwing you over. You think you've purchased a $25 card, but they dont scan it into the card correctly so the card shows a balance of nothing!! And if you are giving it as a gift to someone they may not tell you the card has a zero balance, now, your receipt will show the card # and that you indeed paid for it, so you get to haul back to the store with proof the card should show a $25 amount. Also, those cards if they get near a magnetic strip (as in a check out lane or airports have them too sometimes) they will wipe out the balance on the card. I'm back to cash! Or if I know my son would like a CD, I'll buy what I "think" he might like, and ask for a gift receipt, and wrap both up, that way he can take it back, and use the cash, ro exchange it... |
Sillycalimomma | Friday, December 12, 2003 - 12:45 pm     Lkunkel-That is just breaking my heart.That family is certainly in my thoughts. I hope that those little girls can have a moment of happiness on Christmas. Your compassion will help to bring that I am sure. They are certainly in my thoughts and prayers I unfortunately know how hard this will be for them. |
Mocha | Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 11:19 am     Sunday came way too fast. Wayyy too fast. |
Ladytex | Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 04:41 pm     I'm definitely NOT ready for work in the morning ... sigh ... |
Ladytex | Monday, December 15, 2003 - 06:29 am     Mornin' all! 4 1/2 days til my break! I think I can manage to put up with these people this week with that in mind, lol ... |
Oregonfire | Monday, December 15, 2003 - 07:30 am     Hello: A quick question: I'm to be driving to Canada from Michigan to get some Lasik surgery. Do I have to have a passport? Mine's expired I believe. Thanks! |
Draheid | Monday, December 15, 2003 - 07:43 am     From the US Department of State website:CANADA - Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID required. Minors (under 16) traveling alone or in someone else’s custody must present written authorization, signed before a notary, from the parent(s) or guardian. Visas are not required. Canadian immigration officials at ports of entry will issue persons planning to stay longer than 180 days a visitor’s record. Anyone with a criminal record (including a DWI charge) should contact the Canadian Embassy or nearest Consulate General before travel. U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid passport. For student or business travel, check with the Canadian Embassy, 501 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20001 (202/682-1740) or nearest Consulate General: CA (213/346-2701), MI (313/567-2085), NY (212/596-1700 or 716/858-9501), or WA (206/443-1375). Internet: www.canadianembassy.org |
Juju2bigdog | Monday, December 15, 2003 - 10:18 am     Oregonfire, living near Canada, we go there somewhat frequently (WA state, not MI though). Used to be just a U.S. drivers license was fine, but after 9/11 they got a lot stricter. For no hassles whatsoever, passport is best and easiest. They COULD if they wanted insist on birth certificate and drivers license, and we had them almost do that with one of our passengers one time post 9/11. He settled for us (with our passports) vouching for the passenger. IF you happen to have a certified copy of your birth certificate (and it is just a good idea to always have one of those), take it with you if you don't renew your passport. Of course, a passport is always a good thing to have. Just had another thought, they might let you in with the expired passport, just as proof of citizenship. |
Ladytex | Tuesday, December 16, 2003 - 07:15 am     Mornin' all! You ever notice how much food turns up in the workplace the week before Christmas Holiday? |
Eliz87 | Tuesday, December 16, 2003 - 07:25 am     mmm hmmm...That's one thing I miss about working!! |
Juju2bigdog | Tuesday, December 16, 2003 - 08:42 am     Me too, Eliz. And it never ceased to amaze me how a plate of free food at work could magically draw people from all over the place like flies. |
Weinermr | Tuesday, December 16, 2003 - 08:58 am     We've had food at work since Thanksgiving. Potlucks, cookies, gift baskets, fruit, desserts, all kinds of good stuff. |
Julieboo | Tuesday, December 16, 2003 - 10:05 am     The grass is always greener... When I worked (after I had a child) I always wanted to be home with him. Well now I am, and I get reminicent about the "good old days" at work. I miss how there was always food and goodies around the holidays. I also miss people decorating cubicles on birthdays and going out to lunch, talking about certain TV shows, etc. Well, right now it is almost noon, I am in my pajamas, my son is watching "It's the Easter Beagle Charlie Brown," there is a sink full of dishes to be done and laundry to be put away. Not to mention the tons of other possible things to be accomplished like organizing the junk drawer, christmas cards, wrapping presents, organizing photo albums, heck I have yet to put my wedding pix in an album! (Will be 5 years next month!!!) The point is a year or so ago, that was my dream, to be at home, doing dishes, but I guess it was just kind of a romantic notion. The reality is that doing dishes is not very fun and they are never ending. My son is a handful, he already gave up on his video and is chasing the poor dogs around, so I better go rescue them... |
Ladytex | Wednesday, December 17, 2003 - 07:08 am     Mornin' y'all! I am stuffed already!! One lady brought me a plate with eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits, and a brownie for breakfast ... sigh ...k, I'm ready for a nap now |
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