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In that it appears that the Monster Thread has died a quiet but noble death, I propose that this thread take it's place. Hopefully, it shall contain all that was good about the Monster Thread -- a thread of peace and tranquility, of humor/humour, wit, satire,and silliness. It was an oasis from all the troubling news that is all too real in the world "beyond the horizon". It provided all who came a cool drink of water and a momentary respite.

Personally, the Monster Thread was a place where I could wish you all a peaceful good night, or greet you with a smile and a cup of freshly brewed coffee.

We cannot recreate the Monster Thread, just like it is not possible to recreate the original Woodstock. It is something that just happened, with no overt plan, no rhyme or reason. Yet, in my honest and sincere opinion, it served a valuable purpose for our community. Friendships were made in this thread, and only concerns and worries were lost, albeit momentarily.

Thus, I propose that this thread inherit all the good qualities of the Monster Thread, and, as the Phoenix before it, rise out of the ashes of technological "flames". I would also propose that the Shangri-la clubhouse have no leader (sorry Kosh for your one-term in office postion). Let it be free to wander where it might go, free from the talk of more serious and relevant matters that have their open debates in all the other threads.

RIP Monster Thread. You were of, by and for the people of ehMacLand.

In the words of William Wordsworth

"What though the radiance which was once so bright
Be now for ever taken from my sight,
Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower;

We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in what remains behind;
In the primal sympathy
Which having been must ever be."

[ February 15, 2004, 08:58 AM: Message edited by: Dr.G. ]
 
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#82,741 ·
Great pics, Don. I love to see classic cars at their finest.
 
#82,742 ·
Afternoon all. Just returned from the birthday lunch. A bit of a surprise when we arrived at the restaurant though -- it had a new name, and owners. But we much-enjoyed it. Everything we ordered was well-prepared, and freshly-prepared to order, and we sure ate well. The birthday boy was very pleased!! A few leftover rolls, for a snack later.

A little balcony time soon, to enjoy some of the lovely afternoon we have on the go here, before the sun gets around and heats it up too much!!

Cheers!
Good to hear, John.

Deborah and I just finished a back deck BBQ and some red wine. Paix, mon ami.
 
#82,743 ·
Good to hear, John.

Deborah and I just finished a back deck BBQ and some red wine. Paix, mon ami.
Sounds good Marc. Jean and I have done a little of the red wine thing as well - outside on the balcony for a while, but inside now, it's just too hot out there in the full sun!!
Not much planned for dinner for us, we're still rather full and satisfied from lunch. Just some fresh fruit salad and the leftover sushi (just a few California rolls) will do it for us. A break from regular kitchen duties for me!! ;)
 
#82,744 ·
Sounds good Marc. Jean and I have done a little of the red wine thing as well - outside on the balcony for a while, but inside now, it's just too hot out there in the full sun!!
Not much planned for dinner for us, we're still rather full and satisfied from lunch. Just some fresh fruit salad and the leftover sushi (just a few California rolls) will do it for us. A break from regular kitchen duties for me!! ;)
Sounds good as well, John. Have a fine evening.
 
#82,745 ·
10PM here and I am pooped, so I shall pull the pin. See you all at Sunday Brunch. Paix, mes amis.
 
#82,746 ·
Morning everyone. Another nice day in store for us here at 24° in the sunshine. I got SAP up early as I want to watch the finish of the third round of the PGA championship, rained out yesterday. It begins at 8:00 eastern so will have time to do tomorrow's issue as well.

Today on SAP, lots of pics, Euler's Disk, (pronounced like "Oiler's Disk") a spin and observe the hypnotic display of light and continually changing sound. The movement seems to go forever in our video. Staying cool at the air show and The Most Unfortunate Town Name.
 
#82,747 ·
Morning, Don. We were invited out for brunch this morning, so now I guess I have to make Sunday Brunch for the rest of the Shang crew. Enjoy.
 
#82,748 ·
Morning all. A lazy morning here .. seem a bit sapped of energy - blaming such on the very hot evening and night. The apartment really got warm yesterday, making sleep rather uncomfortable, and certainly not restful. Looking to about the same today, but this time we'll try to fend off the warmth a little earlier than we did yesterday - but suspect it'll definitely be a 3-4 fan day later, once the sun comes around!!

Enjoyed looking at the old cars Don ... especially the "woodies" .. they brought back some fond memories!!

Happy Sunday everyone - hope the day treats you all well.
 
#82,749 ·
Afternoon, John. 20C with sunshine and no wind. Will be a fan night tonight here as well.
 
#82,756 ·
had coffee then had dinner and now to sit down and relax again - glad that you could join me John
Enjoy your evening Kim. It's heading on to 4:30pm here, and I've just started our dinner -- it's a one pot (large steam pot) meal for us this eve - meat and veggies, with a fresh fruit salad on the side. A 'cooler' approach for a warm day -- I did the prep in the kitchen when it was cool(er), and now the cooking, when the kitchen is warm, can be pretty well unattended. (while we enjoy a little more wine!!)

Some evening tv-via-dvd viewing for us (we're into some British tv stuff) ....

Hope your evening has treated you well!!!!
 
#82,757 ·
7:38 here, now in End-of-weekend-mode.

Relaxed supper out on the deck, watch the clouds pass in review
Rain finished for the day, birds flocking to the bush for the evening
now a cool breeze cleans the air

Quiet supper, burgers with BBQ'd zucchini & mushrooms with greek spices & parmesan cheese topping, accompanied with a nice bottle of Ontario red

Just let the day fade to dark
 
#82,758 ·
Evening, Kim, John and Bill. Just got back from a surprise birthday party for a friend, so wine has been the beverage of the evening. Still, coffee shall be ready tomorrow morning.
 
#82,759 ·
McIlroy now at -9, two strokes ahead of second place Ian Poulter who shot six birdies in the first seven holes. This is gonna be a barn burner!
Don, good to see John Daly up in the top 20 (he tied for 18th) and Tiger below the top 10. :clap:
 
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