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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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#83,821 ·
Evening, John. All goes well here. Up early with the doxies so I can feed them, let them outside and then get to grading by 6AM or so. Staying close to home and a bathroom, and just finished my 4th liter of water. Nothing so far. We shall see.
So all has been good to go, eh!! ;)

A mild and very bright and sunny late-afternoon here, a fine early-fall day. And not too much for me to do in the kitchen. I've captured leftovers from the past couple of days, added a little 'new' to the mix, and put it all together as a sort of casserole, and the microwave will do the work for me. Will add a little fresh fruit on the side.

The second to last episode of 'Monarch of the Glen', and the last episode of 'As Time Goes By' scheduled for viewing after dinner. Will miss the latter - it has been an especially fun and rewarding view!! (will do it again this winter!!)

Cheers.
 
#83,822 ·
So all has been good to go, eh!! ;)

A mild and very bright and sunny late-afternoon here, a fine early-fall day. And not too much for me to do in the kitchen. I've captured leftovers from the past couple of days, added a little 'new' to the mix, and put it all together as a sort of casserole, and the microwave will do the work for me. Will add a little fresh fruit on the side.

The second to last episode of 'Monarch of the Glen', and the last episode of 'As Time Goes By' scheduled for viewing after dinner. Will miss the latter - it has been an especially fun and rewarding view!! (will do it again this winter!!)

Cheers.
Well, "good to go" yes ................ but nothing yet. We shall see.
 
#83,823 ·
Guess it is time to call it a night. See you all at the TGIF Breakfast. Paix, mes amis.
 
#83,824 ·
Morning all. Thought I would do some early morning star gazing. It is still very dark, and the stars are all out. So, I shall only start the coffee for now. Later .............
 
#83,825 ·
Morning Marc, happy star gazing. Very dark here too, but no time for my scope as duty calls. Today's SAP video is about a smart cop, a mini clip on loading chairs in a truck and 'the real reason men love breasts'.

Our grandson's cat, always kept indoors and now 13 years old slipped outside Wednesday evening and has not been seen since. The family is pretty upset, so I ran a couple of pics of him on SAP today in the hopes it might help find him. We're keeping our fingers crossed that he will return on his own.
 
#83,826 ·
Good Morning All

Thanks for the coffee Marc, a hot cup on a cool morning is really appreciated.

It's just 11.5° at the moment, up from 5.5° at dawn. EC predicts a high of 17°

Makes working outside a touch nippy, but really not unpleasant.

So how are you Marc? Still limited to just water? hopefully you can get back to a real brew soon, I'm sure a few pints of Rickards Red would get things moving. I know it works for me - I'm just like the bunny, going & going & going..
 
#83,827 ·
Morning Marc, Don et al. How are you feeling Marc? Hopefully better.
Just finished watching the last of PAN AM, on netflix... I thought that series deserved better than 1 season. Watched Elementary last night on CBS, I'm kind of thinking it will be a limited engagement ..... not anywhere close to Sherlock.
 
#83,828 ·
Morning Marc, happy star gazing. Very dark here too, but no time for my scope as duty calls. Today's SAP video is about a smart cop, a mini clip on loading chairs in a truck and 'the real reason men love breasts'.

Our grandson's cat, always kept indoors and now 13 years old slipped outside Wednesday evening and has not been seen since. The family is pretty upset, so I ran a couple of pics of him on SAP today in the hopes it might help find him. We're keeping our fingers crossed that he will return on his own.
Sorry to hear about your grandson's cat, Don. Gus got loose last week just before he went to Regina, and luckily, a neighbor realized that he was one of ours and alerted me to where he was.
 
#83,829 ·
Good Morning All

Thanks for the coffee Marc, a hot cup on a cool morning is really appreciated.

It's just 11.5° at the moment, up from 5.5° at dawn. EC predicts a high of 17°

Makes working outside a touch nippy, but really not unpleasant.

So how are you Marc? Still limited to just water? hopefully you can get back to a real brew soon, I'm sure a few pints of Rickards Red would get things moving. I know it works for me - I'm just like the bunny, going & going & going..
Afternoon, Bill. Very sunny and 17C out back just now at about 2PM. Yes, I am still limited to just water. I am to drink 3-4 liters in a day ............ every day ........... and will have to drink at least 2 liters for the rest of my life. Still, it could be worse. We shall see.

How are you today, mon ami?
 
#83,830 ·
Morning Marc, Don et al. How are you feeling Marc? Hopefully better.
Just finished watching the last of PAN AM, on netflix... I thought that series deserved better than 1 season. Watched Elementary last night on CBS, I'm kind of thinking it will be a limited engagement ..... not anywhere close to Sherlock.
Afternoon, Rp. I am feeling fine except for the wait and the constant watering (both in and out). So, I stick close to home. :D

How are you and Tovah and MayBelle today?
 
#83,831 ·
Afternoon all. A mostly-overcast, warm morning here, could see some rain showers later, but not holding my breath, haven't seen anything significant in rain for a good many weeks. But will change sometime soon - heh, we're located on Canada's "wet coast", eh!! (a temperate rain forest) A quite quiet day so far for us .. some walking, some shopping, and etc. Will relax and putter away the afternoon, with some balcony time to watch whatever comes our way weather-wise, and enjoy a cool one or two.

It's Friday, so thoughts drift a little towards Saturday, and our get together with daughter, for some chit-chat and dim sum (yum!!). I keep a copy of the restaurant's dim sum menu here, and usually select the offerings before we go - it saves a little time when we actually get there.

Hope the day's treating everyone well.
 
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Afternoon, John. Not a cloud in the sky here, with 16C temps as we approach 5PM. Was out with the doxies doing yard work all afternoon, and I missed 4PM High Tea. Still nothing has passed, so I shall have to pass on anything alcoholic.

Deborah is in Calgary by now. She and her sister and brothers will be spreading her dad's ashes in a place he loved in rural AB.

Nearer, My God, to Thee (Bethany) ? Choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford - YouTube

Nearer My God To Thee - André Rieu - YouTube
 
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#83,835 ·
good afternoon everyone, finally have some time to relax, sorry that I haven't been around much September is such a busy time for me getting the schedule ready for the students. Hope that you are all having a great day and a great month.
 
#83,836 ·
Marc ...... I made a similar trip from Halifax to Vancouver, many years ago now, to do the same with my Father's remains. I contributed 'Deep Peace' - Judy Collins with Richard Stoltzman - to the service held for him (from the album 'Innervoices').
Here's the music via a video -
Deep Peace.wmv - YouTube
We were in Calgary last month for his service. This scattering of the ashes is just for his children.

Beautiful music, mon ami. Merci. Paix.
 
#83,837 ·
good afternoon everyone, finally have some time to relax, sorry that I haven't been around much September is such a busy time for me getting the schedule ready for the students. Hope that you are all having a great day and a great month.
Welcome home, Kim. Glad you have returned. Might I offer you a complimenary cup of coffee??? Paix, mon amie.
 
#83,839 ·
Hope you are lat least feeling better Marc, - that's a lot of water to deal with each day, are you sure you can't mix a little something with it?

End of todays outdoor activities here, climbing up and down a ladder wears me down more than it used to.

Had a nice glass of wine and an early supper, now to wander through the web for a while.

TTFN
 
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