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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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#84,421 ·
Morning everyone. Still too dark to see what's happening outside, but its about 4C and overcast, according to what I can see here. Time for a coffee and peak at the local newspaper, a snack/breakfast, before heading out for a morning walk.
Hoping to see the mountains today. They got a good dusting of snow yesterday, and looked beautiful last evening when we were out for an early-evening walk. Want to get down to the waterfront this morning for a better look. Time will tell whether it will be clear enough.
Enjoy your day all.
Afternoon, John. Enjoy your stroll.
 
#84,422 ·
Good Morning All

Working on my second cup of coffee before heading outside. I'll make more if anyone wants one.

The grass is growing again, needs cutting very soon or I'll have to bale it.
The ground is almost completely hidden under all the leaves, rake them up today, and a fresh batch blows in tomorrow.

EC is predicting a great day for us here, sunny with a high of 17°, (slightly different than Don's temp). I suspect we'll pay for this later. Just glad I don't have to plow any of that white stuff yet..
Afternoon, Bill. I assume that I too shall be cutting the grass once I get back to St. John's.
 
#84,423 ·
Good morning everyone.

Have moved most of my belongings into storage, and moved myself and the cats into my parents' place. Since my office is also at my parents place, my commute is now 2 flights of stairs.
Afternoon, Sonal. Don't get caught in any traffic jams on your morning "commute" to work. :D
 
#84,424 ·
Morning all. Don I remember the first time I lived in Edmonton. It was July 1st and there was snow falling ( REALLY!!!! ) I phoned my parents who lived in Ontario and asked what they were doing ... having a BBQ and swimming was their reply .... me, just watching snow fall on the corner of Jasper and 101st ( I think it was 101st )..... left Edmonton for Ontario one month later.

Am running out of WMBB coffee, and thing close Marc, need a few cups this morning.
Afternoon, RP. We have some of your special stash of WMBB so your wish is our command. Enjoy.
 
#84,426 ·
There's a nice coffee and breakfast place on the way in to work. It's called "the kitchen." Has a very homey, do-it-yourself vibe to the place. :D
Yes, I know that spot well on my commute as well. Must be a Canadian franchise.
 
#84,428 ·
There's a nice coffee and breakfast place on the way in to work. It's called "the kitchen." Has a very homey, do-it-yourself vibe to the place. :D
Yes I think I know that place as well. My fav is still Second Cup, but there are some nice coffee shops out there.

Marc, I'll take a double of WMBB if you please and thank you.
 
#84,429 ·
Yes I think I know that place as well. My fav is still Second Cup, but there are some nice coffee shops out there.

Marc, I'll take a double of WMBB if you please and thank you.
Coming right up, Rp.
 
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Here is one of our doxies, Bridget, who is now owned by neighbors who live two doors down from us. They are trying to teach her some French, since she will not learn German.

She is conjugating French verbs: "J'ai faim. Je mange. Je suis fatigué. Je dorme. J'ai faim. ..."
 
#84,432 ·
Very talented doxie there Marc, very cultured.

Unfortunately our cats don't speak French, instead they are working on teaching me "cat".

Right now we are focusing on "Open the door" & "Fresh kibble in the bowl"
(no Please or Thank You from these two, although they do decorate the front walk with assorted parts from various small game).

The female is adept at "Keyboarding", the message generally is "Pick me up and Pet Me".

I'm afraid I'm in for a long training program..
 
#84,434 ·
Very talented doxie there Marc, very cultured.

Unfortunately our cats don't speak French, instead they are working on teaching me "cat".

Right now we are focusing on "Open the door" & "Fresh kibble in the bowl"
(no Please or Thank You from these two, although they do decorate the front walk with assorted parts from various small game).

The female is adept at "Keyboarding", the message generally is "Pick me up and Pet Me".

I'm afraid I'm in for a long training program..
Yes, she is very smart.:D
 
#84,435 ·
Looks like the first true winter storm is about to arrive. Temp has been very gradually dropping since last night. Now -5°C no plus stuff today.

The fire is all laid in and will soon get the match.
 
#84,437 ·
Looks like the first true winter storm is about to arrive. Temp has been very gradually dropping since last night. Now -5°C no plus stuff today.

The fire is all laid in and will soon get the match.
Bonne chance, mon ami. Stay warm and safe.
 
#84,438 ·
Whoops! That darn Oldtimers disease kicked in again! :eek:
Did you not get your AAADD shot this year???

Age Activated Attention Deficit Disorder

(AAADD)

Recently, I was diagnosed with AAADD: Age Activated
Attention Deficit Disorder. This is how it manifests:

I decided to wash my car. As I started toward the
garage, I spotted the mail on the hall table.

I should go through the mail before I wash the car.

I lay the car keys on the table, put the junk mail in
the trash can under the table, and notice that the
trash can is full.

So, I put the bills back on the table and take out
the trash first.

Since I'm going to be near the mailbox when I take
out the trash anyway, I might as well pay the bills
first.

I see my checkbook on the table, but there is only
one check left. My extra checks are in my desk in the
study, so I go to my desk, where I find the bottle of
juice that I had been drinking.

I'm going to look for my checks, but first I need to
push the juice aside so that I don't accidentally
knock it over.

But the juice is getting warm, and should be put in
the refrigerator to keep it cold.

Heading toward the kitchen with the juice, a vase of
flowers on the counter catches my eye. They need to be
watered.

I set the juice down on the counter, and find my
reading glasses, for which I've been searching all
morning

I had better put them back on my desk, but first I'm
going to water the flowers.

I set the glasses back down on the counter, fill a
container with water, and suddenly spot the TV remote.

Someone left it on the kitchen table. Tonight when we
sit down to watch TV, we will be looking for the
remote, but nobody will remember that it's on the
kitchen table.

I should put it back in the den where it belongs, but
first I'll water the flowers.

I splash some water on the flowers, but most of it
spills on the floor. So, I put the remote back down on
the table, and get some towels to wipe up the spill.

Then I head down the hall trying to remember what I
was planning to do.

At the end of the day:

the car isn't washed,

the bills aren't paid,

there is a warm bottle of juice sitting on the
counter,

the flowers aren't watered,

there is still only one check in my checkbook,

I can't find the remote,

I can't find my glasses,

and I don't remember what I did with the car keys.

I'm trying to figure out why nothing got done today;
it's quite baffling because I know I was busy all
day long, and I'm really tired.

I know this is a serious problem, and I'll try to get
some help for it, but first I'll check my e-mail.

Do me a favor, will you? Forward this message to
whomever you think might enjoy it, because I don't
remember who I've already sent it to.
 
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