ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Don't Allow A Good Thing To Die - 8/23/2009 I noticed, including myself, that members enjoy Magazine. We enjoy venting our opinions, although we expect disagreements. Please, all lets not allow it to die via of using as a means to vent to other members of their ill feelings. I feel like I'm chastising my . Disagree if must, post your comments, what Magazine is meant. But, please put your juvenile personality to ... 5 response(s), 8 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Vacationing Again - 8/22/2009 I thought I heard that The First Family just returned from vacation (Grand Canyon). Ms. Obama's causing a debate with her wearing shorts. Now The First Family is headed for MA (Kennedy Country). One of the news programs this morning was criticizing the venue that was chosen for the family. Myself I see nothing negative concerning MA. My objection is another vacation. ... 1 response(s), 9 votes
ChardinLady 80 F 30  questions	Do You Like This Joke? - 8/22/2009 A frog goes into a bank and approaches the teller. He can see from her nameplate that her name is Patricia Whack. 'Miss Whack, 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 ... 4 response(s), 5 votes
c3c5 63  questions	"Throw mama from the train". More on "fortunate his wife has cancer" by ssalcon - 8/22/2009 "Throw mama from the train . . . A kiss A kiss." Wrapped in a song. Works. But in SFF "Perhaps, John is fortunate that his wife has cancer."? Don't think so. [cl] "Why didn't you READ what the woman wrote? She did notsay he was fortunate..... She said, "Perhaps.......from HIS position."" Well, I suppose we all can add any words we want to make it sound how we think it should be. ... 13 response(s), 13 votes
ChardinLady 80 F 30  questions	What Happened to The Article and Blog On the Movie "Inglourious Basterds"....Pitt's New Venture? - 8/21/2009 It was good..........the critics here dissed it....and that's a guarantee that it's at least three or four stars. May buy the DVD just to hear Pitt and his Tennessee drawl. It's war, though, and there is blood. But it's an entertaining movie. Gonna watch it? 3 response(s), 6 votes
ChardinLady 80 F 30  questions	Inglorious Bastards-----Pitt's New Movie - 8/21/2009 Ya'll it was great! Of course, the local critic dissed it.....which was a sure signal it would be good. It had an ending based on fantasy.......what would have been the desires of many in that situation......but it was GOOD. Now, be aware, it is a war movie.........and there is BLOOD. I may just buy this one on DVD....if for no other reason than to hear Pitt with that Tennessee ... 0 response(s), 3 votes
ChardinLady 80 F 30  questions	What The Old Preacher Found - 8/21/2009 An old country preacher had a teenage , and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession. Like many young men his age, the boy didn't really know what he wanted to do, and he didn't seem too concerned about it. One day, while the boy was away at school, his father decided to try an experiment. He went into the boy's room and placed on his study table four ... 1 response(s), 4 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Addition to Article Titled.....The Good Wife - 8/21/2009 The news told yesterday that John Edward's mistress has had his . Will more come forth from mistress of politicians? I'm not walking in Ms. Edward's shoes but damn don't understand her staying married. Perhaps, John is fortunate that his wife has cancer and refuses dealing with his infidelity. My admiration for S.Carolina's first lady is extended. She is not standing ... 2 response(s), 12 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Very Emotional - 8/19/2009 I teared up when the ladies walked down the gangplank to freedom. It would have been a tragedy if two young woman reporters served 12yrs of hard labor for a minor offense. Causes me to wonder why our borders easily crossed. I also wonder if they hadn't had Bill Clinton on their side, would their future be bleaker? Hillary was not involved, thought ... 1 response(s), 12 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Shorts In Public - 8/19/2009 The first family (Mr.&Ms. Obama/) touring the Grand Canyon. Oh my, Ms. Obama had on shorts. She caused a big debate in US. Should a public figure wear shorts in public? For those who claim it is disrespectful, I say, get a life. If a woman can appear on television (which is as public as you can get) with her breasts exposed, why ... 5 response(s), 15 votes
c3c5 63  questions	Heard some of it went missing. Offering deleted data from classa's Adoption post. - 8/18/2009 Offering deleted data from classa's Adoption post. Heard some of it went missing. Not sure what, so offering what I wrote/ responded to. =========================== Like a lot of stories posted in the magazine. This is another of questionable 'fact'. They seem to have a dilemma that the authors think we as members should be a Biblical judge and offer a means to rectify or alter the ... 5 response(s), 12 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	The Good Wife - 8/18/2009 A local TV channel on the East coast of US is boasting of a new program in the Fall titled "The Good Wife." The primary subject of the program is male politician's who stray from marriage and the wives suffer. When Hillary forgave her husband I understood as knew she wanted a political career. Why she lost her temper when asked what her ... 2 response(s), 10 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	Why is it ? - 8/18/2009 Why is it .... if you cross the North Korean border illegally you get 12 years hard labor ... but, if you cross the U.S. border illegally you get a driver's license, a Social Security card, welfare, food stamps, and free health care? Whose bright idea was this???? 8 response(s), 8 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Adoption - 8/16/2009 [COLOR An African American woman gives birth to a . She is unable to leave her drug life, therefore leaves her in a box at local dumpster. The is almost killed via garbage truck if men had not heard the cries of the . The is nursed at local hospital and lives. The nurse that attended the falls in love with his big brown eyes (she is ... 6 response(s), 14 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	What do you think of Captain Jim Hill's letter to Senator Barbara Boxer? - 8/14/2009 Someone sent me this letter written by Jim Hill to Senator Barbara Boxer of California, and I thought the letter was very thought-provoking. Almost everyone who holds a position of power these days has an elitist attitude and does not seem to care very much about the future of his country, or about the poor or even the middle class. Our country, which once was a real Democracy, has turned into a ... 9 response(s), 6 votes
bigblock 77 M 251  questions	are they brain dead or what - 8/12/2009 i am speaking about our senators and members of congress. they are being told in numbers that the american people dont want single-payer health care. yet these people seem bound and determined to cram it down our throats. what is it going to take a ton of bricks falling on their collective heads. i know if i were a member of either of these two enmity's i would back off. i would get tired of ... 5 response(s), 12 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	How can I buy tickets to Barbra Streisand's upcoming concert? - 8/11/2009 I was wondering how I can purchase tickets to Barbra Streisand's upcoming concert in New York City. If I'm not mistaken, the concert will take place at Madison Square Garden on October 9. Does anyone who lives in or near New York City know if there are any tickets still available, where I might purchase the tickets, and how much they would cost? Any info would be greatly ... 5 response(s), 2 votes
frenchsalsa2 76 F 271  questions	How is Norma ? - 8/8/2009 (Oh this is so priceless I had to share) A sweet grandmother telephoned St. Joseph 's Hospital. She timidly asked, 'Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?' The operator said, 'I'll be glad to help, dear. What's the name and room number?' The grandmother in her weak, tremulous voice said, 'Norma Findlay, Room 302.' The operator replied, 'Let me ... 6 response(s), 7 votes
bigblock 77 M 251  questions	spell checker - 8/7/2009 is it just me or is the spell checker inoperative? i have done spelled some words wrong and it stil underlines them but when you check them the checker always says done. as you can see i spelled still wrong and it would not show it on the checker. 4 response(s), 1 vote
bigblock 77 M 251  questions	double talk - 8/5/2009 ray la hood the transportation secretary in the obama administration was on msnbc with andrea mitchell talking about cash for clunkers. he stated "its good for america its good for car buyers" he also went on to say that 80% of the vehicles being traded in are trucks and suvs " these are gas guzzlers, we are helping the climate, we are helping the economy". he was on later in the day with chris ... 2 response(s), 9 votes
frenchsalsa2 76 F 271  questions	Did you know David Meadows (one American's view)? - 8/3/2009 I received this in an email today that I wanted to share with all of you. I’m sorry if it’s a bit long for reading but should give some of you a little insight. I was very moved by it: One American's view: David Meadows is a retired US Navy Captain and the author of numerous books and articles on military subjects. This message was on the U.S. Military website. You will ... 1 response(s), 4 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	What has been the most life-changing experience you ever had? - 7/30/2009 Hi, Friends, The most life-changing experience I have ever had occurred just four months ago. Up until then, I almost took life and happiness for granted, and I didn't have to worry about loneliness, money or even about standing on my own two feet. I was happily married, and even in pretty good financial straits. Suddenly, in February of this year, my whole world ... 11 response(s), 7 votes
bigblock 77 M 251  questions	more on health care - 7/26/2009 i did some research on medical care after genie posted her problems. the national average salary for a hospital staff nurse is 59, 000 dollars per year. a lpn has a average salary of 38, 000 dollars per year. now just think how many staff nurses and lpns the hospital has on their payroll, this dont even take into account the rest of the workers. i bet these people are just like you and me, they ... 5 response(s), 7 votes
starwomyn 70 F 376  questions	Would You Have A Beer with the President? - 7/26/2009 So the President insults a Police Officer because his Friend gets insulted by an encounter with the Police. Nobody likes being perceived as a criminal no matter what color they are. I remember being stopped by a Nevada Trooper and having to take the Soberity Test. I actually found it more humorous than insulting and thought it would be a great story at a 12 Step Meeting. ... 6 response(s), 9 votes
ClassA 83 F 204  questions	Curious To Know How U Would Handle - 7/26/2009 Since I reached the age of 50 I've been diagnosed with glaucoma in both eyes. It was never suggested to me that surgery would resolve. It has become to the stages that I recently had surgery in both eyes to remove cataracts/glaucoma. Surgery in the right eye was not successful. My doctor now is in the process of preventing the glaucoma becoming worse in the ... 5 response(s), 12 votes
karinpepita 109 F 62  questions	HOW IS THAT DONE????? - 7/25/2009 One of the members accused me of not being very nice (geeee, now here is a newsflash!!!!) actually he said that had given him a 4, when I voted on his pictures, since I am not a member anymore I can't go into that part of sff (see, I am Innocent), but I was wondering how are you really able to see who voted and what their vote was... 8 response(s), 7 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	What's up with this kind of a response? - 7/25/2009 Hi Friends, I was instant messaging with a highly intelligent man yesterday and today, and I thought he was a reasonable person. I don't want to give out names because it's not as though he stood me up or anything like that, but I asked him for a photo of himself and he ignored my requests. Then, he asked me for my phone number, and I told him that, at this stage of our correspondence, I ... 26 response(s), 10 votes
frenchsalsa2 76 F 271  questions	Why do we dream? - 7/24/2009 "Dreams are the touchstones of our characters." - Henry David Thoreau I was reading an article about dreams and while it was quite interesting, it was also a little laughable. Apparently some researchers suggest that dreams serve no real purpose, while other believe that dreaming is essential to mental, emotional and physical well-being. I agree with the latter. I understand that ... 6 response(s), 8 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	What do you think about the current health care system in the US? - 7/23/2009 Hi Friends, Today, I received quite a shock when I opened my mail. I just found out that my insurance company would only pay for 1/3 of recent hospital costs which I incurred during my 16 day stay in a hospital's crisis center right after my husband killed himself. My insurance company claims to pay 80% of hospital bills, but apparently they have a cap on the cost of room and ... 19 response(s), 6 votes
genie1moose 77 F 56  questions	I have two questions regarding navigating this site - 7/21/2009 1. If I want to INITIATE an instant message to someone who is online, how do I do this? In Yahoo instant messenger, you just add people to your friends list, when you see that one of your friends is online, you just click on their name and send a message. But, it seems to work differently here. I get instant messages from some people on this site and sometimes I want to reciprocate and initiate ... 7 response(s), 7 votes