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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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Morning all. The Christmas dinner was great, and the family we had over left a few hours ago. Just as we finished cleaning up, a few neighbors dropped in with a bottle of Baileys and one of Grand Marnier. They just left, so it was a grand Christmas Day.

Sadly, some here are off for Boxing Day sales which began less than an hour ago.
 
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Guess it is time to call it a night ............... or morning. See you all tomorrow. Paix, mes amis.
 
#86,123 ·
Morning all. How about Boxing Day Brunch in Bed today?
 
#86,127 ·
Morning ye all and hope you all had a Merry Christmas!
Aaaah now I can relax after all this madness the last few months. :eek: Not! Wife's 50th birthday January 28th :eek:
Oh well, at least we got the Samsung 55" LED and a soundbar online on Christmas Eve so no line ups for us (which I wouldn't do anyway).
 
#86,128 ·
Morning, Don. That sort of Boxing Day event is acceptable, since there are no huge crowds.
 
#86,129 ·
Morning all. No Boxing Day sales for me either. We had a great Christmas day, and looking forward to more of the same today -- will enjoy the day with a little more good food and cheer. Have a great day everyone!
A wise plan, John. Same to you and your wife. Paix, mon ami.
 
#86,130 ·
Morning ye all and hope you all had a Merry Christmas!
Aaaah now I can relax after all this madness the last few months. :eek: Not! Wife's 50th birthday January 28th :eek:
Oh well, at least we got the Samsung 55" LED and a soundbar online on Christmas Eve so no line ups for us (which I wouldn't do anyway).
Morning, Todd. My wife's birthday is in March so I have a bit of time to shop after the madness. Of course, for #50, you have to get the right thing. Bonne chance, mon ami.
 
#86,131 ·
Good Day All

I hope you had a great Christmas with friends and family. Our children were home and we had a wonderful traditional Turkey supper.

Just enough snow to turn the landscape white (EC is predicting 5 to 10 cm more tonight). A tad cool & gray, but otherwise a very pleasant time.

It's a good day today to sit quietly and appreciate our good fortune ( and maybe sample a beverage or two) :D
 
#86,132 ·
Good Day All

I hope you had a great Christmas with friends and family. Our children were home and we had a wonderful traditional Turkey supper.

Just enough snow to turn the landscape white (EC is predicting 5 to 10 cm more tonight). A tad cool & gray, but otherwise a very pleasant time.

It's a good day today to sit quietly and appreciate our good fortune ( and maybe sample a beverage or two) :D
Afternoon, Bill. That sounds like a fine idea. Hope this finds you well and relaxed. Paix, mon ami.
 
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Hope ye are well me friends.
I'm sick with stuffy nose, cough, headache and a slight fever.
This is not what I asked Santa for!
 

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#86,134 ·
Hello Shang,

It sounds and looks like many have had a nice holiday season so far. I've cooked two large dinners in a row (with help) and now today I am looking forward to no cooking and only eating leftovers. So far today I've enjoyed cheesies, coffee (with Bailey's), homemade perogies, natcho chips and jube jubes. How's that for an interesting diet?


Caman- nice pictures. Looks like you were cooking and feasting as well.

Don - Amarone - Very nice wine, as I'm sure you know.

Hope everyone else is having a nice, relaxing day today as well.
 
#86,135 ·
Morning all, no Boxing Day shopping for me, although a couple of buddies and I may venture out to a new pub in town to try out the Celtic music and atmosphere. A mini clip today of a load of live beef being overturned as a truck rolls on SAP and little else but some humour and Christmas lights.
Don: The GIF on SAP = Extreme Cow tipping!

Caman - Oh No! Get better soon.
 
#86,136 ·
Hope ye are well me friends.
I'm sick with stuffy nose, cough, headache and a slight fever.
This s not what I asked Santa for!
Sorry to hear that you are sick, Caman. Hopefully, it shall not be long lasting. Good luck, my friend.
 
#86,137 ·
Hello Shang,

It sounds and looks like many have had a nice holiday season so far. I've cooked two large dinners in a row (with help) and now today I am looking forward to no cooking and only eating leftovers. So far today I've enjoyed cheesies, coffee (with Bailey's), homemade perogies, natcho chips and jube jubes. How's that for an interesting diet?

Hope everyone else is having a nice, relaxing day today as well.
Afternoon, Kim. Yes, an interesting diet indeed. :eek::D
 
#86,138 ·
Time for 4PM High Tea and we have some freshly baked Christmas cookies and date squares, compliments of my neighbors for whom I snow blow their driveways.
 
#86,139 ·
Afternoon/evening everyone. We just came inside from an enjoyable and good-sized "cheer" break out on the balcony - it was fun watching the changing sky conditions - the weather just doesn't seem to know what to do today!!

Some good leftovers from our Christmas dinner to enjoy today -- no turkey, but we stuffed a large butternut squash (with a rice & sausage dressing, laced with a little wine), and close to half of it is left to re-heat and enjoy today - yeah!! I will add 'my' lemon, honey, garlic, and cormeal chicken breasts, and some apple sauce (with mandarin orange and banana) .... and we'll be set to go.

But first a little more cheer, eh!!
 
#86,140 ·
Evening all. Just got back from having dinner at the home of someone else ................ and thus, no cleaning up.
 
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