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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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BP dropped to very low. They got me back up to 95 on 53, but that was as good as it got. Now back to 125 on 74 today.
Do they know what could have caused such a drop?
 
#89,422 ·
No golf for me, but brother sure enjoyed years of it. Jean's doing pretty good Marc ... with much more 'up' time these days. I'm sure her 'up' time today would have included a little outside walking ... but with our present strong & cool wind conditions ... she's better off stayin 'in' .. maybe a little tomorrow. But we're definitely planning to do the 'threesome' thing for dim sum this Saturday morning. :)
Good to hear, John. Give Jean my best.

My wife and I have our own complete set of golf clubs, compliments of her sister and her brother-in-law. When they got customized clubs they thought we might want them, so they shipped them to us. So, now all I need is the time to enjoy this sport. We shall see.
 
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Good to hear, John. Give Jean my best.

My wife and I have our own complete set of golf clubs, compliments of her sister and her brother-in-law. When they got customized clubs they thought we might want them, so they shipped them to us. So, now all I need is the time to enjoy this sport. We shall see.
Thanks Marc ... will do. You'll have that golf time soon ... and be able to get out on the greens. My Mom & Dad had their own sets, and enjoyed the sport together for a while ... I just never got into it.
 
#89,424 ·
Thanks Marc ... will do. You'll have that golf time soon ... and be able to get out on the greens. My Mom & Dad had their own sets, and enjoyed the sport together for a while ... I just never got into it.
I like to play golf, but I just don't know how. I actually enjoy playing it than watching it on TV. The golf course is just across the Lunenburg harbor Nova Scotia Webcams - Lunenburg | South Shore
On the right you can see the Bluenose II. We are about a 12 block walk from that spot. However, getting to the golf course with a bag full of clubs will mean taking the car to get there. :D
 
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I like to play golf, but I just don't know how. I actually enjoy playing it than watching it on TV. The golf course is just across the Lunenburg harbor Nova Scotia Webcams - Lunenburg | South Shore
On the right you can see the Bluenose II. We are about a 12 block walk from that spot. However, getting to the golf course with a bag full of clubs will mean taking the car to get there. :D
Looks good Marc .... is that you counting the days to then that I hear!! ;):D
 
#89,426 ·
Looks good Marc .... is that you counting the days to then that I hear!! ;):D
Well, we are hoping to sell our home here in St.John's next May or so. We will then move everything out to Lunenburg then. I have been told that I could continue working at MUN until Dec. 31st, teaching online from Lunenburg. If I can't do this, I shall retire on Aug.31st. We shall see. Still, by next summer we could be out golfing there in Lunenburg.
 
#89,429 ·
In keeping with your Science Jokes

What did the astronaut say after eating his first meal on the moon?

"The food was good, but the place lacked atmosphere."

Rimshot please :D
Good one, Bill. :clap:

How are you today, mon ami?
 
#89,430 ·
If they allow memberships, you could both join (couple's rate) and just leave your clubs there. ;)
Never thought of that, John. Good idea. Deborah is more interested in going to the various dog shows all over NS/NB/PEI, so I might be going alone. I hope to take up bike riding once again. We shall see.

How are you today, mon ami?
 
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Good Afternoon All

I'm fine Marc - thanks for asking.

It's close to 5:00 here and I'm taking a few minutes off from cleaning up the mess in my small workshop. Should start supper soon.

I imagine you will be quite busy getting the house ready if you intend to put it on the market next month. Planning on having a few Yard Sales? or will you rent a sea container and take all your treasures with you?

I'll bet you'll discover a few forgotten goodies while clearing things out!
 
#89,432 ·
Good Afternoon All

I'm fine Marc - thanks for asking.

It's close to 5:00 here and I'm taking a few minutes off from cleaning up the mess in my small workshop. Should start supper soon.

I imagine you will be quite busy getting the house ready if you intend to put it on the market next month. Planning on having a few Yard Sales? or will you rent a sea container and take all your treasures with you?

I'll bet you'll discover a few forgotten goodies while clearing things out!
Bill, that would be next May, not next month. Yes, we hope to have some yard sales comes the summer of this year. I shall sell my snowblower after next winter.
 
#89,433 ·
Time to call it a night. See you all at the TGIF Breakfast tomorrow. Paix, mes amis.

Hopefully, folks like Don and Jean, et al, will be feeling somewhat better tomorrow.
 
#89,434 ·
Morning Marc, a bad day for me yesterday. Was rushed to ER at 6:00 a.m. with heart complications. Endured 9 hours of treatment before I was stable enough to be released. Ann and Crystal spent the entire day with me in CCU, so no fun for them either. Very weak today so have to take it easy before I begin a battery of tests a week from today. SAP did not get updated until late afternoon, but am back on track and today's issue is up.
Don I am so sorry that you went through that yesterday. I will think of you in my prayers for a full recovery. I am glad that you were not alone.
 
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Good Night All, hope you're all tucked safely in your bed.
We're waiting to see what Mother Nature drops on us tonight.

Opps! Sorry Marc, I goofed! Next May!

Well if you have anywhere near as much stuff (ie Junk) as I do, it will take a year to clear it all out. You might want to hang onto that blower - I think they do have a bit of snow in Lunenburg - just with a different accent. :D

TTFN
 
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Good Night All, hope you're all tucked safely in your bed.
We're waiting to see what Mother Nature drops on us tonight.

Opps! Sorry Marc, I goofed! Next May!

Well if you have anywhere near as much stuff (ie Junk) as I do, it will take a year to clear it all out. You might want to hang onto that blower - I think they do have a bit of snow in Lunenburg - just with a different accent. :D

TTFN
Yes, a year at least. Lunenburg gets about 4 feet of snow each year on average. St.John's gets three times that amount and in huge dumpings at times (e.g., 50-75cm with drifts over a meter). Lunenburg has received this once in the past decade (during White Juan). I checked to see what they got on webcam every snow day, and knew that this could be done by hand with ergonomic shovels. If I get too old or frail to do it by hand I shall get a snowblower there. So, problem solved. There are a few buyers already lined up to buy my blower.
 
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I'd agree about not selling that snow blower, unless Marc's looking into purchasing a new and improved later model. ;)
I see no reason to pay for shipping a large snowblower when it won't be needed there for more than once or twice a year at most. I am physically fit enough now to take on whatever Nature throws at us, and when I can't do it, I shall get one there. :)
 
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Woke up to the doxies whining to go outside. I did not realize that we had about an inch of snow overnight, and they actually like to play in this sort of snow. So, off everyone went as I got their breakfast ready ............. then back inside to eat and then back outside to play. Just like kids. Now everyone is back in their beds and I am brewing some fresh coffee. Our TGIF Breakfast shall come a bit later.
 
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Morning Marc. SAP is done and so is tomorrow. Don't miss Steve Martin as the Great Flydini from a 1962 Carson Show. Strange ache in my legs last night and is still there this morning although not as bad. Methinks too much bed time in the past few days. Must try and get out for a wee walk today, but other than that, The masters is my priority.
 
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