FreeSpeech for 11-28-07

Tue, 11/27/2007 - 4:27pm
By: The Citizen

I’m lamenting having to deal with the antics of Harold Logsdon for two more years. I felt like weeping for our city at the last council meeting. It’s the crooked leading the blind. Hollis Harris was part of a group backing our mayor and many of us believed them. Sorry, Hollis, I’m not listening to you again in the state house race. While I admire your accomplishments in the business world, I truly think you’re wasting your social community capital on a guy like Matt Ramsey. Whether you like Steve Brown or not, he’s honest, effective and the best of the bunch.

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Oh, my, Hollis Harris, the fried chicken eating good old boy, is putting his greasy hand behind the Matt Ramsey kid in the House race. You know what they say, where there’s smoke, there’s Hollis Harris. I might have to vote Democrat.

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Qualifying for the late Dan Lakly’s legislative seat ended last week. Many Fayette political observers, however, generally do not consider an election campaign season to have officially begun until Trey Hoffman writes a letter to the editor in The Citizen smearing the Democratic candidate. Now that Mr. Hoffman has delivered his oh-so-predictable hatchet job, the candidates may begin to campaign in earnest.

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Political campaign signs that appear on properties next to “For Sale” signs on the same property always give me a chuckle. You know the ones I am talking about — the mini billboards that appear on large undeveloped commercial property. Like the ones sprouting up next to bulldozers by lawyer Ramsey. The owners typically have no clue the sign is there. It is the real estate broker that puts them up. Exactly what is the candidate doing to get these big signs posted by the developers, brokers and agents?

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Would someone please tear down those obnoxious billboards at The Avenue?

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The only downside about widening Ga. Highway 74 is that we can look forward to another couple of miles with drivers plodding along in the fast lane. I know if you question these left lane drivers they will say that they are driving the speed limit and therefore they are doing nothing wrong. George Carlin once said, “Everyone who drives slower than you is an idiot, and everyone who drives faster than you is a maniac.” I don’t support speeding through town; however, I do know that there is a universal rule which says slower traffic should move to the right. If you are not passing anyone and people are passing you on the right, you need to move over. The idiots and the maniacs may not be the problem; perhaps YOU are the problem. The world must be an interesting place to left lane drivers; it is full of colorful objects and shiny things.

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I spent Friday after Thanksgiving strolling about the local markets and watching the shoppers. This is supposed to be the busiest shopping day of the year. Aside from a few extra bargain hunters I did not see much difference in the crowd of shoppers one would see on any other Friday. I took special note of how people paid for their purchases. From Wal-Mart to Kroger’s to the gas pumps and the liquor stores, it was credit cards almost exclusively. What are people going to do in this country when the credit runs out as it is certain to do in the near future? More and more people are defaulting on the huge credit card balances they have run up just trying to live. People are earning less and paying more every day. Every jump in prices at the gas pump means a jump in the price of groceries and all other consumer goods. Our economy is in deep trouble in spite of the propaganda our government puts out.

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Apparently the Kroger Company isn’t really interested in keeping people coming to the little Kroger in PTC. A week ago I stopped there to buy a bottle of wine for a dinner party; I bought some fairly expensive wine. At the party, when the wine was opened, it had turned to vinegar. Apparently it had been on the shelf at the Kroger long past its time. Imagine how embarrassed I was. I took the wine back the next day with the receipt, expecting to receive at least an apology or better yet, a credit or another bottle of wine. Instead, I was berated for not having noticed the small sign in the wine department saying “no refunds,” which they said was a federal law (it isn’t) and which they claim even applies to spoiled product. I was told if I didn’t like it, I could take it up with the winery. Believe me, it will be a cold day before I darken their door again, and I hope others avoid buying their questionable wine, since they won’t stand by it. Obviously, they don’t care whether people shop at their Kroger store.

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To the driver of the white Oldsmobile (Ga. tag ending in TRX) who threw garbage from your car on Monday morning while traveling down Braelinn Road about 7:20 a.m., your full tag number has been reported to the PTC police for littering. You never know who is watching — it may be a citizen sick and tired of your type.

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The amount of trash on the cart paths is intolerable. The PTC Council keeps asking for more taxes, but I can’t see what we are getting in return. Numerous calls to City Hall are ignored. We need to go back to the time when local government would respond when you asked them to.

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I am a SMHS football parent as well and I have to agree with the upset parents about not having a JV football team. I have a soon-to-be player. I do not question the coach’s integrity; however, I disagree with not having a JV team. I was told that sophomores and juniors play on the JV team, so if that is the case, I’m sure that there were plenty of kids. In regards to expressing disappointment with the coach, many parents fear that their child will be singled out and never get a chance if a parent approaches a coach. At a minimum they could have played some JV games since after all he did play some freshman as sophomores and juniors sat and watched at the end of the season. Bottom line: just made a wrong decision for the kids.

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To the Wildcat fans who traveled to Thomasville to support our team, thank you. It really meant a lot having such a great show of support. Wildcat fans, you are the greatest. And for the band members and cheerleaders who chose to make the trip thank you as well. Wildcats, thank you for a great football season. You gave us all something to look forward to on Friday night. We are very proud of you and all that you have accomplished this year. Winning the first playoff game in school history and playing a great game last Friday night. The Yellow Jacket fans and players said you are an awesome football team. Of course all of us Wildcat fans already knew that. Seniors, thank you for a magical season; we are going to miss you. 2007 Wildcats, we love you. It is great to be a Wildcat.

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Thank you to the anonymous family who delivered the beautiful flowers to my elderly mom, someone you didn’t even know, at Piedmont Fayette Hospital on Nov. 17. Your thoughtfulness definitely warmed her heart and ours, too.

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In response to “fluorescent blue house,” you’re absolutely right. This house has been looking quite poorly since before we bought it two years ago. We purchased it knowing that it was a fixer-upper, and we are currently in the process of doing just that — fixing it up to serve as our home. If you look at fluorescent blue with the right attitude, you may see the progress we are making. The house is now freshly painted with one color instead of having a yellow garage and gray house. You may think it looks worse every time you drive by, but I urge you to look at the progress we’ve made and are making. We are not just going to let this house sit and become more run down. We’ve only contracted the house painting; everything else we have done ourselves. Isn’t that amazing, that so much work has been accomplished in such a short amount of time by so few people, people who work 60-80 hour weeks and have an infant to care for? You may not like the color of our home, but it’s ours. Our subdivision is not a covenanted one; if you are unhappy then you have the freedom to move. You’re right on another count: this is not Clayton County. Their citizens tend to be quick to place anonymous calls to the cops, stalk people who offend them, and write editorials that may or may not be read by the people they‘re aimed at. Fayette County citizens talk to their neighbors. Since the editorial was published we’ve had three neighbors stop and give us support. Several more have shown support and kindness to us in passing. A few neighbors have helped us with yard work. Before the editorial we had several people tell us how happy they were to see someone working on this former HUD home, including county officials. We love our neighbors and feel sorry that you are so unhappy. It seems only a select few are unhappy with us. Please forgive us for offending you with our home, but it is our home and we will improve it as we see fit.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:31pm.

How's the book going?
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Submitted by McDonoughDawg on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 1:11pm.

That everyone's been talking about for a few weeks. Inquiring minds want to know.

And about the Wine being returned to Kroger, it is a State Law in Georgia, all Alcohol sales are Final.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 6:52am.

I have to drive to Piedmont Hospital on Peachtree Street north side. Any helpful hints other than leave early for a 0900 appointment?
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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 6:56am.

Wish I could help . . .but leaving early is the only suggestion I have. There are back roads and ways I sometimes travel, but everyone else has caught on to those back streets too! Ah, the joys of driving in Atlanta. Good luck! Hope all is well.


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 1:31pm.

This morning a lady was running around in the middle of Peachtree Street trying to get a squirrel off the road as cars were trying to get around her. What a sight and boy did she tied up traffic. What the &*^%#@& was she thinking!!!

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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:10pm.

Like I said, the drive is a booger every day. All kinds of street characters . . .especially around some of the shelters I pass. Or how about on some of the long entrance ramps, where they now have traffic lights at the expressway, and the panhandlers line up around the curve, because you are a captive audience, because you will have to stop. Now, ain't you glad you just have to go to the airport!! Oh how I wish executive assistants were paid well south of 285 . . .

Hope the kid is OK.


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:08pm.

Thanks!!! The good news is surgery is not needed. The caveat is he must never get fat like his old man otherwise he will have problems.

Oh Boy!!!! My most favorite show is on - Judge Judy. I got to go.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:56pm.

This wasn't a poor person trying to catch a meal. This was a professional looking person neatly groomed, dressed very nicely with a Gucci bag in one hand, and papers in the other. Could it be a liberal tree hugger?
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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:01pm.

Oh puuullllease, now that's funny!! Well she had to be some sort of animal lover . . .sometimes I just shake my head . . .all I can say is bless her heart.

Have you been around long enough to remember the Birdman on Peachtree? He used to stand just past Piedmont Hospital at a traffic light in front of a likker store. I thought perhaps you had run across his sister today! LOL!


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:14pm.

Sorry. The only birdman I heard about lived in a federal vacation resort in San Francisco Bay - Alcatraz Island.
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Submitted by hutch866 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:14pm.

Mama hutch feels exactly the same as you. She commutes to the Federal Reserve building everyday.

I yam what I yam...Popeye


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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:55pm.

If there were a reasonable alternative, I would certainly use it, the drive becomes more stressful every day, I'd love to leave the driving to someone else.

Does your Hutchette drive? I would always tell my daughter, "it's not you I'm worried about, it's all those ^%@&*^% people out there, please be careful".

Tell Mama I'll send good thoughts her way!!


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Submitted by hutch866 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:36pm.

The hutchette is 15 now but hasn't been to get her permit yet, I'm hoping to put it off as long as possible.

I yam what I yam...Popeye


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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:59pm.

Man, I certainly understand what you are saying. Well, she's gonna need Daddy to take her out and show her how it's done. And a good ride around 285 might help too, to show her how it's NOT done.


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 3:42pm.

It will not be long before the hutchette is drving.
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Submitted by hutch866 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 4:23pm.

I don't know if you remember about 7 years ago when school started and there were about 8 or 10 high school kids killed in the first week of school, one of those parents was a very good friend of mine that I grew up with and that had to be the hardest funeral I've ever been to. Since then I have been dreading the day I have to watch her back out of the driveway and drive away, so be it right or wrong I'm going to put that day off for as long as I can, for in my heart I'll never be ready for that day.

I yam what I yam...Popeye


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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Wed, 12/05/2007 - 7:52am.

I think there are many parents who can understand and agree with what you are saying. It is so very hard to let them go . . .just keep on praying.


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 4:33pm.

I understand your feelings completely.


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Submitted by hutch866 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:09pm.

If she had waited a minute or two, someone would have hit it and then she could have caught it with no problem.

I yam what I yam...Popeye


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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:12pm.

That's not a very nice thing to say - funny though! LOL!


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Submitted by hutch866 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:16pm.

You've caught the essence of me in just ten words.

I yam what I yam...Popeye


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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:50pm.

You do have a unique way of looking at things. . .and it provides yuks for some of us, thanks!


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:02am.

We are leaving in a few minutes. That should get us there in time. It's for my son. He as a little disk trouble in his lower back.
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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:07am.

Wave as you drive by North Avenue! Hope all goes well for your kiddo!


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Submitted by Cyclist on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 5:52pm.

Back to my cryptic message.
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Submitted by muddle on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:01am.

Yes?

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That was not made by the hands of man.


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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:05am.

Did you receive.
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Submitted by muddle on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:10am.

"Do...not...seek...the...treasure!"

"We...thought...you...was..a..TOAD!"

My "personnel" accomplishments? Hmmmm..... (Jeopardy tune plays in background....)

We are fellow employees? Colleagues?
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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 8:16pm.

How about this.

Keep your personal accomplishments gaurded.

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Submitted by muddle on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 8:19pm.

OK.

I'm still working on the Zuma Beach thing.

I'm rather dense and muddle-headed and need help.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 8:23pm.

Have a nice night.
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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:12am.

Did you get it?
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Submitted by muddle on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 7:32am.

Well, what have I gathered about cyclist from various blogs?

* Male?

* Cyclist

* Church attender

* Sound guy (as in, works with audio, etc in church)?

* Mandolin?

* "Reverse mohawk"?

* Married w/kids

* Piedmont hospital

Do we have one more thing in common, namely, a recent concern over the health of a loved one?

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Submitted by Davids mom on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 8:57am.

I’m so glad you asked me to answer from ‘my’ perspective rather than a historical perspective. In my studies and experience I have observed that all of the worlds major religions have a basic concept that ‘we’ call the Golden Rule. (Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you.) In some societies this appears to be interpreted as - Do unto others as has been done unto you. When I use the word ‘radical’, I’m referring to this interpretation of ‘radical’.

favoring drastic political, economic, or social reforms: radical ideas; radical and anarchistic ideologues.

The Nazi’s were radical Germans; the members of the KKK were radical Christians; those who slaughtered thousands in Rwanda were ‘radical’ Africans; the government of the Japanese people during WWII was ‘radical; the Crusaders were radical Christians. History and experience has taught me that not all Germans followed the Nazi creed; not all white Americans followed the creed or actions of the KKK; not all Africans solve their problems by slaughtering fellow humans; not all Japanese were warmongers and wanted to control the world; not all Christians support the killing of those opposed to their philosophy.

When the ‘radical’s have been dealt with judiciously, it has been my experience that those who are moderate in their beliefs can exist ‘side-by-side’. There are basic differences between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The actions of the terrorists (cowards) in engaging in the killing of innocents to instill fear throughout the world is ‘radical’ in my opinion – and does not represent all Islamic believers.

I felt that the treatment of Japanese Americans during WWII by our government was radical. I lived through the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII – and their return to their homes after the war. It was not an easy time for them or ‘other’ Americans. German and Italian Americans seemed to blend in on the streets of our cities and small towns. Japanese Americans stood out like sore thumbs. . . and were the targets of the hate and rage that many Americans felt towards the Japanese. I don’t remember any specific lessons that were taught in our schools to assist with the return of the Japanese citizens. I do remember my parents and church members stressing that the newly returned members of our community were not our enemy – but fellow citizens. Our government has since apologized for this action .

I think this was my first lesson in realizing that labeling an entire group as my enemy will not always represent the truth of a situation of conflict. I hope that churches and ‘parents’ are teaching that those who are resorting to terrorist activities are ‘radical’ cowards – and do not represent an entire religion or philosophy.

I do understand the necessity to be ever vigilant of individuals and radical organizations that would use drastic means to enforce their beliefs on others – or to control others. The ‘radical’ Christians, Jews, and Muslims must be brought to justice so that the moderates of our planet can exist.

Cyclist – there are those who would point out to me that those who study our history and expansion would consider the settling of the America’s and the expansion of the United States ‘radical’. Believe me, I’m not an admirer of our ‘Manifest Destiny’ policy or the fight for ‘states rights’ that included the keeping of humans as property. When others review our history – they may see aspects of radicalism in our democracy. I would hope that the emergence of radicalism creates a need for the majority of mankind to join together in creating a system of existing harmoniously on this planet earth. My experience leads me to believe that democracy is an excellent system for mankind to exist side by side harmoniously – but it is a system that does not evolve ‘overnight’. We Americans are still working out implementing the wonderful words of our Constitution.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 12:52pm.

Thank you for responding. Back to your originating post, what do you think made the Muslims radical?

Radical Muslim Post
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Submitted by Davids mom on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 1:28pm.

To pinpoint the action or cause of radicalism is difficult. As I review all acts by radicals - possibly the cause of despicable actions is fear of being controlled by another; the desire to be in complete control of a population, economy, etc.; a need to feel superior - and weed out those who are considered inferior. The history of the Middle East goes back to exhibiting 'radical' reaction even in Biblical times. The radical clerics of Islam are pretty similar to the radical ministers associated with the KKK. I consider these actions nonsensical - therefore it is difficult for me to make sense out of nonsense. I hope this answers your concern about my perspective of why Muslims become radical. I guess what I'm saying is not only Muslims exhibit radical behavior. When in college (in the old days) I had Persian, Syrian, Sudanese, and Lebanese friends. Even in the late 50's - some had 'radical' ideas regarding the United States. Most of these friends would be perceived as 'people of color' while in the states - and were not always treated with American 'grace'. Some became leaders in their own countries - and were not always supportive of western or American foreign policy towards their countries. The current clerics are about my age - so if they had the opportunity for exposure to American education - it may not have been a positive experience for them. Why do you think the Muslim radicals are exhibiting such hate towards the western world?

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Submitted by Cyclist on Tue, 12/04/2007 - 2:50pm.

It think there has been some disappointments in the region particularly of the expectations of socio-economic conditions after the colonial years. There are some in that region that are living in squalor while others are living in luxury. I suspect that this is somewhat of a sore spot that can be manipulated by not so "caring" individuals for their own agendas.

I would also add that the period of colonial rule has not been forgotten. Great Britain and France, in particular, are not favored by many there. Both countries after viewed with suspicion after the terms of Sykes-Picot Agreement was leaked by the Soviet Union. That has not been forgotten.

It's interesting to note that the US was viewed favorably after WWII as a liberator in the region. This can be illustrated by the meeting of FDR and Ibn Saud (Saudi King) and the subsequent correspondence between them. FDR understood the need of respect which was most appreciated by Ibn Saud (on the other hand Winston Churchill was a complete louse).

To sum it all up, there are a few in the region that are beating the drums and sowing seeds of discontent for there own agenda and using religion as a vehicle to deliver it. And has fate has it, that's where the oil is.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 12:53pm.

Did you know today is Monday? How's Git today? I bet he is peering at you right now. He's so tall that he can view over cube walls. Smiling
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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 1:41pm.

Hey there! Yup, it certainly is Monday, and I'm present and accounted for.

Git is fine, you know he was out of town for a bit, then had all that birthday celebrating to do . . .with his girls.

Shoot he does not have to look over cube walls, he's got the entire place under surveillance, heavy-duty surveillance. Who knew you could put those itty bitty cameras and microphones so many places! You actually think he's gonna get up outta his chair to spy . . .naw. Bless his heart . . . it's one of those man things!


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Submitted by Cyclist on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 1:59pm.

I'm out of here. Got to get to the store to buy fixn's for tonight's dinner and get some medicine for this &^$@! cold and fever.
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Submitted by eodnnaenaj1 on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 3:24pm.

Sorry to hear you are under the weather, seems you are passing it around at your house. Perhaps you could just set up a buffet of medicines for the holidays!

Ah, I really like the looks of that ring . . .so glad Mrs. Cy has you so very well trained, that you seem to help out quite a bit around the house. Especially after I had to crawl under the house to change the air filter . . .man I know that was a lot of yuks for the neighbors!!! LOL!


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Submitted by Cyclist on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 3:38pm.

It's called multi-tasking. I think you women are blessed with that ability.

I plan on downing a bottle of medicine as this usually does the trick. This cold has been with me for a while and just when I think I got it beat - wham!! I sure hope I didn't pass it to Git.

Well like I said, give me a shout when your Ferrari need attention.

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Submitted by Cyclist on Fri, 11/30/2007 - 7:35pm.

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Submitted by Gagirl on Thu, 11/29/2007 - 3:58pm.

To the writer who is so concerned about how people pay for their purchases, did you ever consider that some of those cards you saw swiped may have been debit cards?? Debit cards draw directly from a checking account. This is how I choose to pay for most of my purchases and it's a lot quicker to do so than standing there writing a check. I agree that a lot of people live way beyond their means and that is the reason for so many defaults on home mortgages, which has hurt us all because it effects our economy. I'm just asking you to not be so hasty with your judgment when you see someone using a card to pay, it may just be a debit card!

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