Gregory Morrow wrote:
> Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
>
>> "Terry Pulliam Burd" > wrote in message
>>> I was going for "self-deprecating," but appear to have missed by a
>>> mile.
>> More than a mile. No matter how hard you try, the money just has to come
>> out.
>>
>>
>>
>>> Jimmy Choo *purse* dammit! And let's not be dissin' the purse - that
>>> was 1/3 of my Christmas bonus and I'd do it again in a heartbeat <g>
>>>
>> That would be your choice; "things" come and go. When you get older you
> may
>> find what is truly important in life. You may find out what truly
> impresses
>> people.
>
>
> Boy, you must be on *very* intimate terms with Terry to know where her
> *every* penny goes, Ed! Should we tell her husband, ya think...!!!???
>
> <chuckle>
>
>

You only have to read it here - from her.

-dk

Gloria P > wrote in
:

> dsi1 wrote:
>> ChattyCathy wrote:
>>
>>> I get the distinct impression that Jimmy Choo handbags don't seem to
>>> appeal to you, which of course, is your prerogative. FWIW, I
>>> probably wouldn't rush out and buy one either - I'm not much into
>>> handbags. But... surely there must be *something* you've bought (or
>>> would like to buy if you could afford it) that others may think is a
>>> total waste of money (and sense)?
>>> For example, when I bought my 5 (US) quart Le Creuset dutch oven, my
>>> DS took one look at it and said, "You paid THAT MUCH for a POT? Are
>>> you NUTS?" I replied, "If you can pay THAT MUCH for a set of sticks
>>> to whack a little white ball around with, I think I am entitled to
>>> my pot." Funny, he hasn't mentioned my 'pot' since, and I don't
>>> bring up his 'golfing addiction'. Keeps the peace.
>>
>> Your hubby responds well to irrefutable logic. Still, I think you're
>> both nuts. You could have pooled your money together and bought a
>> wooden box with strings. Think about it - could money be put to more
>> perfect use? I don't think so. :-)
>
>
> A coffin? What are the strings for? Besides, they'd need two....
>
> gloria p

A piano?

Saerah

On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 02:20:58 GMT, sarah gray >
wrote:

>Gloria P > wrote in
:
>
snippage
>>
>>
>> A coffin? What are the strings for? Besides, they'd need two....
>>
>> gloria p
>
>A piano?
>
>Saerah

Hey Saerah, nice to see you again. How's your gourmet in residence?
I'll bet she's really growing.

koko
There is no love more sincere than the love of food
George Bernard Shaw
www.kokoscorner.typepad.com
updated 8/09

dsi1 wrote:

> ChattyCathy wrote:
>>
>> For example, when I bought my 5 (US) quart Le Creuset dutch oven, my
>> DS took one look at it and said, "You paid THAT MUCH for a POT? Are
>> you NUTS?" I replied, "If you can pay THAT MUCH for a set of sticks
>> to whack a little white ball around with, I think I am entitled to my
>> pot." Funny, he hasn't mentioned my 'pot' since, and I don't bring up
>> his 'golfing addiction'. Keeps the peace.
>
> Your hubby responds well to irrefutable logic. Still, I think you're
> both nuts. You could have pooled your money together and bought a
> wooden box with strings. Think about it - could money be put to more
> perfect use? I don't think so. :-)

Actually, I was referring to my Dear Son buying golf clubs (not my
hubby) - thank heavens. <veg>. Hubby had no qualms about the price of
the 'pot' because a) it was my 'birthday present', and b) he always
jokes that he gets the benefit from it too... and when he buys
expensive DIY equipment, you won't hear any complaints from me either -
because he does all sorts of stuff done around the house with it that
wouldn't have been possible without it.

As for buying a box with strings - neither of us can play a note, so
that wouldn't be likely around here. ;-)
--
Cheers
Chatty Cathy

Egg tastes better when it's not on your face...

koko > wrote in
:

> On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 02:20:58 GMT, sarah gray >
> wrote:
>
>>Gloria P > wrote in
m:
>>
> snippage
>>>
>>>
>>> A coffin? What are the strings for? Besides, they'd need two....
>>>
>>> gloria p
>>
>>A piano?
>>
>>Saerah
>
> Hey Saerah, nice to see you again. How's your gourmet in residence?
> I'll bet she's really growing.
>

Nice to see you too! I had been too busy for usenet, and when I came
back realized my isp no longer carried binary groups. I'm sad to not see
pictures of awesome food every day and wish I had kept up with abf. It
took me a while to read through the old threads on here, also.

Ellie and I are doing well. Tell me about the growing part... she was
visiting her dad for a month and grew at least an inch and gained 5
pounds! (he and his family are total fast food/hamburger helper people,
though, so the weight gain did not surprise me...)

She has commissioned me to make her coney dog chili with beef heart. I
am the luckiest mom-who-likes-to-cook in the world

Saerah

blake murphy wrote:

> On Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:51:58 +0200, ChattyCathy wrote:
>
>> Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> Enjoy your Dutch oven. IMO, a better investment than the sticks.
>>
>> I do enjoy having it immensely. If you're ever in this 'neck of the
>> woods' I'll be happy to cook a meal for you using my DO. And yes, DS
>> is welcome to his sticks ;-)
>
> i'd rather visit you and your dutch oven than your husband and his
> golf
> clubs. (unless we could smoke a joint on the course and then come
> home to dinner.)
>
> your pal,
> blake

Like I said in another post - Dear Son is the golfer not the hubby
(thank goodness for small mercies). You're welcome for a meal anytime
too, but you'll have to BYOJ, I'm afraid.
--
Cheers
Chatty Cathy

Egg tastes better when it's not on your face...

sarah gray wrote:

> Nice to see you too! I had been too busy for usenet, and when I came
> back realized my isp no longer carried binary groups. I'm sad to not see
> pictures of awesome food every day and wish I had kept up with abf. It

So use a news feed that carries binaries.


--
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ChattyCathy wrote:

> blake murphy wrote:
>
>> On Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:51:58 +0200, ChattyCathy wrote:
>>
>>> Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
>>>
>>>>
>>>> Enjoy your Dutch oven. IMO, a better investment than the sticks.
>>>
>>> I do enjoy having it immensely. If you're ever in this 'neck of the
>>> woods' I'll be happy to cook a meal for you using my DO. And yes, DS
>>> is welcome to his sticks ;-)
>>
>> i'd rather visit you and your dutch oven than your husband and his
>> golf
>> clubs. (unless we could smoke a joint on the course and then come
>> home to dinner.)
>>
>> your pal,
>> blake
>
> Like I said in another post - Dear Son is the golfer not the hubby
> (thank goodness for small mercies). You're welcome for a meal anytime
> too, but you'll have to BYOJ, I'm afraid.

Your son may be interested in this feature of a golf course near a net
friend of mine. Trained divot replacers. Saves on yer back!

http://www.pbase.com/tony_cooper/image/101424286

If you tip well, they'll also find your bad lies in the rough.


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Blinky the Shark > wrote in
news
> sarah gray wrote:
>
>> Nice to see you too! I had been too busy for usenet, and when I came
>> back realized my isp no longer carried binary groups. I'm sad to not
>> see pictures of awesome food every day and wish I had kept up with
>> abf. It
>
> So use a news feed that carries binaries.
>
>

sadly, that requires money, and I'm pretty broke atm

Saerah

sarah gray wrote:

> Blinky the Shark > wrote in
> news >
>> sarah gray wrote:
>>
>>> Nice to see you too! I had been too busy for usenet, and when I came
>>> back realized my isp no longer carried binary groups. I'm sad to not
>>> see pictures of awesome food every day and wish I had kept up with
>>> abf. It
>>
>> So use a news feed that carries binaries.
>
> sadly, that requires money, and I'm pretty broke atm

Teranews does binaries (as well as text) groups. And it has a free
account except for a $4 (US) set-up fee. That's it. Four bucks, once.

http://www.teranews.com/


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Blinky the Shark > wrote in
news
> sarah gray wrote:
>
>> Blinky the Shark > wrote in
>> news >>
>>> sarah gray wrote:
>>>
>>>> Nice to see you too! I had been too busy for usenet, and when I
came
>>>> back realized my isp no longer carried binary groups. I'm sad to
not
>>>> see pictures of awesome food every day and wish I had kept up with
>>>> abf. It
>>>
>>> So use a news feed that carries binaries.
>>
>> sadly, that requires money, and I'm pretty broke atm
>
> Teranews does binaries (as well as text) groups. And it has a free
> account except for a $4 (US) set-up fee. That's it. Four bucks,
once.
>
> http://www.teranews.com/
>
>

yeah, even that will have to wait till I get paid..
day camp is costing me more than I budgeted for :<

ChattyCathy wrote:

> Actually, I was referring to my Dear Son buying golf clubs (not my
> hubby) - thank heavens. <veg>. Hubby had no qualms about the price of
> the 'pot' because a) it was my 'birthday present', and b) he always
> jokes that he gets the benefit from it too... and when he buys
> expensive DIY equipment, you won't hear any complaints from me either -
> because he does all sorts of stuff done around the house with it that
> wouldn't have been possible without it.

To me a DS is a portable game system but what the heck, I took a stab at
it. I assumed it meant darling spouse. :-)

Husbands enjoy fixing stuff about the house - make sure you make a big
deal about how clever he is. I myself fixed the washer today but have
yet to receive the accolades I so richly deserve. Looks like I'll have
to bring up the washer during breakfast...

>
> As for buying a box with strings - neither of us can play a note, so
> that wouldn't be likely around here. ;-)

dsi1 wrote:

> Husbands enjoy fixing stuff about the house - make sure you make a big
> deal about how clever he is. I myself fixed the washer today but have
> yet to receive the accolades I so richly deserve. Looks like I'll have
> to bring up the washer during breakfast...

Well, I'm impressed! Does that count?

nancy

On Aug 9, 12:28 pm, "cybercat" > wrote:
> "maxine in ri" > wrote in ...
>
>
>
> > On Aug 8, 10:09 pm, Terry Pulliam Burd > wrote:
> >> On Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:57:47 -0400, "cybercat" >
> >> fired up random neurons and synapses to opine:
>
> >> >You can spend locally and support the economy without wasting money.
> >> >Someone
> >> >needs to tell this stupid bitch that this is just not cute. It's just
> >> >not.
>
> >> My, my, this certainly seems to have gotten your panties in a wad. Why
> >> do you care whether I choose to waste or conserve my money? It's my
> >> money, I earn it and I have enough of it to indulge myself upon
> >> occasion. I was attempting a self-deprecating post regarding a "retail
> >> therapy" outing at BB&B.
>
> >> Get. A. Grip.
>
> >> Terry "Squeaks" Pulliam Burd
>
> > Maybe it was the Green Monster rearing it's ugly head?
>
> You usually show better sense, Maxine.

Sure, and I donate to a number of what I believe are good causes, but
I don't mention it here (usually) because it's not particularly on-
topic
(unless it happens to be a challenge to fill up the food banks before
back-to-school, or donating goods to the shelter so people can set
up homes when they are able to afford someplace else to sleep).

Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
(whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
$1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd) so why
crab about what a Jerk you think she was? What's the point?

OB Food:
There was an article in the NYTImes this weekend about people
who are planting oaks and hazelnut trees innoculated with
truffle spores, who consider their agricultural venture a 5-6 year
investement before they see a return. At "only" $2700 a pound
for the fungi, I wonder if they would grow here in New England
on my backyard full of oaks....

maxine in ri

On Aug 9, 6:41 pm, Gloria P > wrote:
> dsi1 wrote:
> > ChattyCathy wrote:
>
> >> I get the distinct impression that Jimmy Choo handbags don't seem to
> >> appeal to you, which of course, is your prerogative. FWIW, I probably
> >> wouldn't rush out and buy one either - I'm not much into handbags.
> >> But... surely there must be *something* you've bought (or would like to
> >> buy if you could afford it) that others may think is a total waste of
> >> money (and sense)?
> >> For example, when I bought my 5 (US) quart Le Creuset dutch oven, my DS
> >> took one look at it and said, "You paid THAT MUCH for a POT? Are you
> >> NUTS?" I replied, "If you can pay THAT MUCH for a set of sticks to
> >> whack a little white ball around with, I think I am entitled to my
> >> pot." Funny, he hasn't mentioned my 'pot' since, and I don't bring up
> >> his 'golfing addiction'. Keeps the peace.
>
> > Your hubby responds well to irrefutable logic. Still, I think you're
> > both nuts. You could have pooled your money together and bought a wooden
> > box with strings. Think about it - could money be put to more perfect
> > use? I don't think so. :-)
>
> A coffin? What are the strings for? Besides, they'd need two....
>
> gloria p

Depends. My DH came with a lute, and recently he's decided to try
and
repair it....Ebony fingerboard:$$$. Strings:$. Time spent repairing
cracks
in soundboard:$$$$$. Strings, frets, nuts (yes, the first two broke):$
$.
Time practicing, playing, and making real music:$0.00.

We all have our sinkholes and moneypits.

maxine in ri

maxine in ri wrote:
>
> OB Food:
> There was an article in the NYTImes this weekend about people
> who are planting oaks and hazelnut trees innoculated with
> truffle spores, who consider their agricultural venture a 5-6 year
> investement before they see a return. At "only" $2700 a pound
> for the fungi, I wonder if they would grow here in New England
> on my backyard full of oaks....
>
> maxine in ri



So skip the planting and just buy the innoculant for treatment!

Friends in Westerly, RI bought a big old Victorian house with a
huge old black walnut tree in the back yard. They were "saving"
the tree to sell for its wood to fund some special expenditure.
Unfortunately, before they were ready,it was downed in a hurricane
and discovered to be badly rotted inside.

Moral: You can't depend on Mother Nature!
:-(

gloria p

"maxine in ri" > wrote :
>>
>> > Maybe it was the Green Monster rearing it's ugly head?
>>
>> You usually show better sense, Maxine.
>
> Sure, and I donate to a number of what I believe are good causes, but
> I don't mention it here (usually) because it's not particularly on-
> topic
> (unless it happens to be a challenge to fill up the food banks before
> back-to-school, or donating goods to the shelter so people can set
> up homes when they are able to afford someplace else to sleep).
>
> Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
> (whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
> $1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd) so why
> crab about what a Jerk you think she was?

Can you READ? It is not the expense, it is the admission that she knew
things there are overpriced and the display of this waste. It's disgusting.

>What's the point?

The point is, it's revolting. I am actually embarrassed for Terry because
somehow she thinks this is just adorable behavior.

Here's a promise: if she stops posting things that nauseate me, I am likely
to stop voicing my disgust.

And since you once again pointedly missed the point, **** you. Pick better
battles.




** Posted from http://www.teranews.com **

"cybercat" > wrote in
:

>
> "maxine in ri" > wrote :
>>>
>>> > Maybe it was the Green Monster rearing it's ugly head?
>>>
>>> You usually show better sense, Maxine.
>>
>> Sure, and I donate to a number of what I believe are good causes, but
>> I don't mention it here (usually) because it's not particularly on-
>> topic
>> (unless it happens to be a challenge to fill up the food banks before
>> back-to-school, or donating goods to the shelter so people can set
>> up homes when they are able to afford someplace else to sleep).
>>
>> Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
>> (whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
>> $1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd) so why
>> crab about what a Jerk you think she was?
>
> Can you READ? It is not the expense, it is the admission that she knew
> things there are overpriced and the display of this waste. It's
> disgusting.
>

As if your attitude is not? At least Shldon is knowledgeable and often
on-topic and humorous (if also obnoxious)

>>What's the point?
>
> The point is, it's revolting. I am actually embarrassed for Terry
> because somehow she thinks this is just adorable behavior.
>

Just replace that with "cybercat" and think about it for a second.

> Here's a promise: if she stops posting things that nauseate me, I am
> likely to stop voicing my disgust.
>

Ah, irony.

> And since you once again pointedly missed the point, **** you. Pick
> better battles.

Oh shut up and learn how to ****ing cook already. Obviously, $600 is no
big deal for Terry. Good on her. Like you never buy things impulsively
and semi-regret it later? She can obviously afford it, or she wouldn't
find it funny. I found it a lot more interesting than some of the
"recipes" and "food" you brag about.

Saerah

"sarah gray" > wrote in message
. 102...
> "cybercat" > wrote in
> :
>
>>
>> "maxine in ri" > wrote :
>>>>
>>>> > Maybe it was the Green Monster rearing it's ugly head?
>>>>
>>>> You usually show better sense, Maxine.
>>>
>>> Sure, and I donate to a number of what I believe are good causes, but
>>> I don't mention it here (usually) because it's not particularly on-
>>> topic
>>> (unless it happens to be a challenge to fill up the food banks before
>>> back-to-school, or donating goods to the shelter so people can set
>>> up homes when they are able to afford someplace else to sleep).
>>>
>>> Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
>>> (whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
>>> $1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd) so why
>>> crab about what a Jerk you think she was?
>>
>> Can you READ? It is not the expense, it is the admission that she knew
>> things there are overpriced and the display of this waste. It's
>> disgusting.
>>
>
> As if your attitude is not? At least Shldon is knowledgeable and often
> on-topic and humorous (if also obnoxious)
>
>>>What's the point?
>>
>> The point is, it's revolting. I am actually embarrassed for Terry
>> because somehow she thinks this is just adorable behavior.
>>
>
> Just replace that with "cybercat" and think about it for a second.
>
>> Here's a promise: if she stops posting things that nauseate me, I am
>> likely to stop voicing my disgust.
>>
>
> Ah, irony.
>
>> And since you once again pointedly missed the point, **** you. Pick
>> better battles.
>
> Oh shut up and learn how to ****ing cook already. Obviously, $600 is no
> big deal for Terry. Good on her. Like you never buy things impulsively
> and semi-regret it later? She can obviously afford it, or she wouldn't
> find it funny. I found it a lot more interesting than some of the
> "recipes" and "food" you brag about.
>
> Saerah

Thanks for your input. Looks good on you. Really good.

"sarah gray" > wrote in message
. 102...
> "cybercat" > wrote in
> :
>
>>
>> "maxine in ri" > wrote :
>>>>
>>>> > Maybe it was the Green Monster rearing it's ugly head?
>>>>
>>>> You usually show better sense, Maxine.
>>>
>>> Sure, and I donate to a number of what I believe are good causes, but
>>> I don't mention it here (usually) because it's not particularly on-
>>> topic
>>> (unless it happens to be a challenge to fill up the food banks before
>>> back-to-school, or donating goods to the shelter so people can set
>>> up homes when they are able to afford someplace else to sleep).
>>>
>>> Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
>>> (whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
>>> $1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd) so why
>>> crab about what a Jerk you think she was?
>>
>> Can you READ? It is not the expense, it is the admission that she knew
>> things there are overpriced and the display of this waste. It's
>> disgusting.
>>
>
> As if your attitude is not? At least Shldon is knowledgeable and often
> on-topic and humorous (if also obnoxious)
>
>>>What's the point?
>>
>> The point is, it's revolting. I am actually embarrassed for Terry
>> because somehow she thinks this is just adorable behavior.
>>
>
> Just replace that with "cybercat" and think about it for a second.
>
>> Here's a promise: if she stops posting things that nauseate me, I am
>> likely to stop voicing my disgust.
>>
>
> Ah, irony.
>
>> And since you once again pointedly missed the point, **** you. Pick
>> better battles.
>
> Oh shut up and learn how to ****ing cook already. Obviously, $600 is no
> big deal for Terry. Good on her. Like you never buy things impulsively
> and semi-regret it later? She can obviously afford it, or she wouldn't
> find it funny. I found it a lot more interesting than some of the
> "recipes" and "food" you brag about.
>

Okay, okay. I'll send you the $4.95 for teranews access. All you had to do
was ask.

lol

"cybercat" > wrote in
:

>
> Okay, okay. I'll send you the $4.95 for teranews access. All you had
> to do was ask.
>
> lol
>
>
>

Notice that I'm broke, but not bitching about other's good fortune.

Saerah

"sarah gray" > wrote in message
. 102...
> "cybercat" > wrote in
> :
>
>>
>> Okay, okay. I'll send you the $4.95 for teranews access. All you had
>> to do was ask.
>>
>> lol
>>
>>
>>
>
> Notice that I'm broke, but not bitching about other's good fortune.
>

What I notice is that you are defending a twit who has less money than most
people who post here but thinks it is just precious to display the fact that
she wastes what she has and considers it "therapy," when there are people
who live around the corner from her who can't feed their kids and are losing
everything.

Are you hoping what you see as a "wealthy" person might toss you a crumb if
you defend her?

You are more sickening than Terry is.

Most of the people who find these displays the most disgusting are people
who could buy and sell a goddamned paralegal.

You're an idiot.

"cybercat" > wrote in
:

>
> "sarah gray" > wrote in message
> . 102...
>> "cybercat" > wrote in
>> :
>>
>>>
>>> Okay, okay. I'll send you the $4.95 for teranews access. All you had
>>> to do was ask.
>>>
>>> lol
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>> Notice that I'm broke, but not bitching about other's good fortune.
>>
>
> What I notice is that you are defending a twit who has less money than
> most people who post here but thinks it is just precious to display
> the fact that she wastes what she has and considers it "therapy," when
> there are people who live around the corner from her who can't feed
> their kids and are losing everything.
>

Are *you* volunteering at a food bank?
And what about the starving children in Asia?
I mean, hell, people in this newsgroup talk all the time about
ingredients and equipment that cost a pretty penny; how is this
different?

> Are you hoping what you see as a "wealthy" person might toss you a
> crumb if you defend her?
>

Um, no. But now that you mention it, hey Terry, wanna pay for my
teranews subscription?
(hint: I'm joking)


> You are more sickening than Terry is.
>
> Most of the people who find these displays the most disgusting are
> people who could buy and sell a goddamned paralegal.
>

Is this where you want people to think you are an heiress or something?
I too, wish I could dump a bunch of cash on random stuff, but I am not
wishing ill on anyone who can. It's not like she lost a bunch of money
at the roulette wheel. From what I can remember, she bought a bunch of
fairly useful stuff, if somewhat overpriced.

> You're an idiot.

Bon mot after bon mot! I wish I was as witty as you are!

Saerah

"sarah gray" > wrote
>> You're an idiot.
>
> Bon mot after bon mot! I wish I was as witty as you are!
>

If I were you I would work on basic reasoning skills and perhaps making a
living. But that's just me.

"cybercat" > wrote in
:

>
> "sarah gray" > wrote
>>> You're an idiot.
>>
>> Bon mot after bon mot! I wish I was as witty as you are!
>>
>
> If I were you I would work on basic reasoning skills and perhaps
> making a living. But that's just me.
>
>
>

I get by. I underestimated the (considerable!) expense of putting my
daughter in day camp this summer. I suppose it's my fault I'm being
****ed over by the Friend of the Court?

Whatever, patches.

Saerah

"sarah gray" > wrote in message
. 102...
> "cybercat" > wrote in
> :
>
>>
>> "sarah gray" > wrote
>>>> You're an idiot.
>>>
>>> Bon mot after bon mot! I wish I was as witty as you are!
>>>
>>
>> If I were you I would work on basic reasoning skills and perhaps
>> making a living. But that's just me.
>>
>>
>>
>
> I get by. I underestimated the (considerable!) expense of putting my
> daughter in day camp this summer. I suppose it's my fault I'm being
> ****ed over by the Friend of the Court?

No, no, dear, of course not. Nothing is ever your fault. I particularly
admire the causes you espouse, in the form of those you choose to defend and
the nature of their action. I would suggest that in the time it took you to
take nearly 600 pictures of the unamazing dishes you created you might have
found the time to generate a little income, but that of course is just a
suggestion.

>
> Whatever, patches.

Now this is just precious. Did you learn it at the Greg Morrow school of
Argument Losing?

>
> Saerah

Pathetically pretentious. Your name is Sarah, like half the other women in
the world. And you are perfectly unique just like everybody else.

"cybercat" > wrote in
:

>
> "sarah gray" > wrote in message
> . 102...
>> "cybercat" > wrote in
>> :
>>
>>>
>>> "sarah gray" > wrote
>>>>> You're an idiot.
>>>>
>>>> Bon mot after bon mot! I wish I was as witty as you are!
>>>>
>>>
>>> If I were you I would work on basic reasoning skills and perhaps
>>> making a living. But that's just me.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>> I get by. I underestimated the (considerable!) expense of putting my
>> daughter in day camp this summer. I suppose it's my fault I'm being
>> ****ed over by the Friend of the Court?
>
> No, no, dear, of course not. Nothing is ever your fault. I
> particularly admire the causes you espouse, in the form of those you
> choose to defend and the nature of their action. I would suggest that
> in the time it took you to take nearly 600 pictures of the unamazing
> dishes you created you might have found the time to generate a little
> income, but that of course is just a suggestion.
>

I never said they were "amazing". I certainly wouldn't post recipes for
what amounts to cribbing Sandra Lee and act as if it was.

And seeing as I work 40 hours a week at a job that provides me with free
healthcare on top of a paycheck, I'm not sure how you think I'm not
"generating income". When you are the sole support of a small child,
that doesn't go so far.

>>
>> Whatever, patches.
>
> Now this is just precious. Did you learn it at the Greg Morrow school
> of Argument Losing?
>

Why yes! I'm not only the spokesperson, I'm also a client!

>>
>> Saerah
>
> Pathetically pretentious. Your name is Sarah, like half the other
> women in the world. And you are perfectly unique just like everybody
> else.

Dude, thats the name I use online, stemming froma typo I used to
constantly make. At least I'm not such an asshole that I'm afraid to use
my real name.

Sa(e)rah

Nancy Young wrote:
> dsi1 wrote:
>
>> Husbands enjoy fixing stuff about the house - make sure you make a big
>> deal about how clever he is. I myself fixed the washer today but have
>> yet to receive the accolades I so richly deserve. Looks like I'll have
>> to bring up the washer during breakfast...
>
> Well, I'm impressed! Does that count?

I'm not sure - that's a complex question. :-)

I'm an old dude but find that I can still be of some use around here by
repairing the appliances. This should appeal to guys who in their
younger days, did car repairs. It uses the same skill set but has the
advantage of not having to work out in the elements and it will usually
only take an hour or two to complete. My last repair was replacing the
switch that stops the spin cycle if the lid is opened. The job was
complicated by the vinyl sheathed connector being fused together.
**snore** This should keep me feeling useful for a few days... :-)

>
> nancy

maxine in ri wrote:

>
> Depends. My DH came with a lute, and recently he's decided to try
> and
> repair it....Ebony fingerboard:$$$. Strings:$. Time spent repairing
> cracks
> in soundboard:$$$$$. Strings, frets, nuts (yes, the first two broke):$
> $.
> Time practicing, playing, and making real music:$0.00.
>
> We all have our sinkholes and moneypits.
>
> maxine in ri

Being a guitarist, I like to kid the guys that choose to play those
monsters. But the truth is that I used to hang around a shop that made
guitars and lutes when I was a kid and have much respect and admiration
for the folks that will go that lonely route. One thing's for sure -
they're certainly an odd bunch... :-)

On Aug 10, 6:22 pm, dsi1 > wrote:
> Nancy Young wrote:
> > dsi1 wrote:
>
> >> Husbands enjoy fixing stuff about the house - make sure you make a big
> >> deal about how clever he is. I myself fixed the washer today but have
> >> yet to receive the accolades I so richly deserve. Looks like I'll have
> >> to bring up the washer during breakfast...
>
> > Well, I'm impressed! Does that count?
>
> I'm not sure - that's a complex question. :-)
>
> I'm an old dude but find that I can still be of some use around here by
> repairing the appliances. This should appeal to guys who in their
> younger days, did car repairs. It uses the same skill set but has the
> advantage of not having to work out in the elements and it will usually
> only take an hour or two to complete. My last repair was replacing the
> switch that stops the spin cycle if the lid is opened. The job was
> complicated by the vinyl sheathed connector being fused together.
> **snore** This should keep me feeling useful for a few days... :-)

I used to do that sort of repair. Then I got a husband<g>. Before
the wedding, I would unfreeze pipes, replace plumbing fixtures,
rewire appliances, etc. For some reason, he now looks upon it
as his sole provinence, and since he wants to spend his time on
it, who am I to complain<g>.

maxine in ri

On Aug 10, 6:33 pm, dsi1 > wrote:
> maxine in ri wrote:
>
> > Depends. My DH came with a lute, and recently he's decided to try
> > and
> > repair it....Ebony fingerboard:$$$. Strings:$. Time spent repairing
> > cracks
> > in soundboard:$$$$$. Strings, frets, nuts (yes, the first two broke):$
> > $.
> > Time practicing, playing, and making real music:$0.00.
>
> > We all have our sinkholes and moneypits.
>
> > maxine in ri
>
> Being a guitarist, I like to kid the guys that choose to play those
> monsters. But the truth is that I used to hang around a shop that made
> guitars and lutes when I was a kid and have much respect and admiration
> for the folks that will go that lonely route. One thing's for sure -
> they're certainly an odd bunch... :-)

Amen to that! Come September, I'll get the piano tuned up again, and
maybe he'll start playing that again, and forget that stringed
abyss<G>

maxine in ri

maxine in ri wrote:
> On Aug 10, 6:33 pm, dsi1 > wrote:
>> maxine in ri wrote:
>>
>>> Depends. My DH came with a lute, and recently he's decided to try
>>> and
>>> repair it....Ebony fingerboard:$$$. Strings:$. Time spent repairing
>>> cracks
>>> in soundboard:$$$$$. Strings, frets, nuts (yes, the first two broke):$
>>> $.
>>> Time practicing, playing, and making real music:$0.00.
>>> We all have our sinkholes and moneypits.
>>> maxine in ri
>> Being a guitarist, I like to kid the guys that choose to play those
>> monsters. But the truth is that I used to hang around a shop that made
>> guitars and lutes when I was a kid and have much respect and admiration
>> for the folks that will go that lonely route. One thing's for sure -
>> they're certainly an odd bunch... :-)
>
> Amen to that! Come September, I'll get the piano tuned up again, and
> maybe he'll start playing that again, and forget that stringed
> abyss<G>

I'll pray for you... :-)

>
> maxine in ri

dsi1 wrote:
> Nancy Young wrote:
>> dsi1 wrote:
>>
>>> Husbands enjoy fixing stuff about the house - make sure you make a
>>> big deal about how clever he is. I myself fixed the washer today
>>> but have yet to receive the accolades I so richly deserve. Looks
>>> like I'll have to bring up the washer during breakfast...
>>
>> Well, I'm impressed! Does that count?
>
> I'm not sure - that's a complex question. :-)
>
> I'm an old dude but find that I can still be of some use around here
> by repairing the appliances. This should appeal to guys who in their
> younger days, did car repairs. It uses the same skill set but has the
> advantage of not having to work out in the elements and it will
> usually only take an hour or two to complete.

And if you need something while you're fixing them, you're not
stuck without a ride to the parts store! Yes, I see what you mean.
(laugh)

> My last repair was
> replacing the switch that stops the spin cycle if the lid is opened.
> The job was complicated by the vinyl sheathed connector being fused
> together. **snore** This should keep me feeling useful for a few
> days... :-)

And you saved the price of a new washer. It's all good.

nancy

Nancy Young wrote:
> dsi1 wrote:
>> Nancy Young wrote:
>>> dsi1 wrote:
>>>
>>>> Husbands enjoy fixing stuff about the house - make sure you make a
>>>> big deal about how clever he is. I myself fixed the washer today
>>>> but have yet to receive the accolades I so richly deserve. Looks
>>>> like I'll have to bring up the washer during breakfast...
>>>
>>> Well, I'm impressed! Does that count?
>>
>> I'm not sure - that's a complex question. :-)
>>
>> I'm an old dude but find that I can still be of some use around here
>> by repairing the appliances. This should appeal to guys who in their
>> younger days, did car repairs. It uses the same skill set but has the
>> advantage of not having to work out in the elements and it will
>> usually only take an hour or two to complete.
>
> And if you need something while you're fixing them, you're not
> stuck without a ride to the parts store! Yes, I see what you mean.
> (laugh

I don't care for driving much anymore and the 10 miles to the parts
store seemed like a lot of trouble so I ordered the parts on my computer
and it got to my office in 3 days. Saved $23 too. :-)

>
>> My last repair was
>> replacing the switch that stops the spin cycle if the lid is opened.
>> The job was complicated by the vinyl sheathed connector being fused
>> together. **snore** This should keep me feeling useful for a few
>> days... :-)
>
> And you saved the price of a new washer. It's all good.

The truth is that most any washer or dryer or other major appliance can
be fixed because the replacement parts are easily available. The main
question is how long can you stand living with that old machine. OTOH,
those new-fangled Siemens or LG washers and other foreign brands might
make getting parts a problem.

My ability to repair cars caused some aggravation for my long-suffering
wife. My favorite cars were rusty beaters but I dug them for their solid
drivetrains and because I could jump in them and go anywhere with little
fuss. :-)

>
> nancy

On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:37:38 -0700 (PDT), maxine in ri
> wrote:


>Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
>(whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
>$1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd)

Yeah...like I must spend hundreds of $$$ on cookbooks. And kitchen
equipment, gadgets, cookware....you name it...

If I can get it cheaper, I do...but I like quality....so in many cases
I am willing to spend the bigger bucks. And if you put the two
together (like Surfas) I can go really nuts.

A lot of folks think my purchases are over the top..or just too much.
But who cares...it is my money, and I choose to spend it on my
"addictions".

Christine

On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:49:10 -0400, "cybercat" >
wrote:


>What I notice is that you are defending a twit who has less money than most
>people who post here

Uh, I don't think so. Squeaks is well paid, and she is married to a
well paid lawyer. They have the money to afford whatever they want
to buy....

They have a lovely condo in Laguna Niguel...and held a lovely cook-in
there about 2 years ago.

Pictures from said cook-in (minus the one that Terry won't let me
post...LOL)

http://www.recfoodcooking.com/cookins/show.html?id=8

http://community.webshots.com/album/551758712iXpAtW

http://www.kdbarto.org/Cookin/2006%2...ty)/index.html

Squeaks has been a valuable contributor here in rfc for years and
years. And many of us have met her in person...and found her to be a
very genuine, and generous person. I am proud to call her a friend.

Christine

"Christine Dabney" > wrote in message
...
> On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:49:10 -0400, "cybercat" >
> wrote:
>
>
>>What I notice is that you are defending a twit who has less money than
>>most
>>people who post here
>
> Uh, I don't think so. Squeaks is well paid, and she is married to a
> well paid lawyer. They have the money to afford whatever they want
> to buy....
>
> They have a lovely condo in Laguna Niguel...and held a lovely cook-in
> there about 2 years ago.
>
> Pictures from said cook-in (minus the one that Terry won't let me
> post...LOL)
>
> http://www.recfoodcooking.com/cookins/show.html?id=8
>
> http://community.webshots.com/album/551758712iXpAtW
>
> http://www.kdbarto.org/Cookin/2006%2...ty)/index.html
>
> Squeaks has been a valuable contributor here in rfc for years and
> years. And many of us have met her in person...and found her to be a
> very genuine, and generous person. I am proud to call her a friend.
>

Good for you. None of the above changes my original objection to the post
she made that started this thread. Bad content, bad form, and those of you
who have not let her know that her "gosh aren't I cute" posts of this nature
are not at all cute have done her a great disservice.

You don't get that it matters not how much money she has or does not have.
It's her constant display of her insipid values that disgusts me.

I think less of you now as well. I clearly gave you a lot more credit than
you were due for years. Ugh.

"Christine Dabney" > wrote in message
news
> On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:37:38 -0700 (PDT), maxine in ri
> > wrote:
>
>
>>Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
>>(whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
>>$1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd)
>
> Yeah...like I must spend hundreds of $$$ on cookbooks. And kitchen
> equipment, gadgets, cookware....you name it...
>
> If I can get it cheaper, I do...but I like quality....so in many cases
> I am willing to spend the bigger bucks. And if you put the two
> together (like Surfas) I can go really nuts.
>
> A lot of folks think my purchases are over the top..or just too much.
> But who cares...it is my money, and I choose to spend it on my
> "addictions".
>

Really. Who cares. You must be so proud.

"Christine Dabney" > wrote in message
news
> On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:37:38 -0700 (PDT), maxine in ri
> > wrote:
>
>
>>Everyone has their breakpoint of what they consider fun spending,
>>(whether it's $1 for an item at a yard sale or flea market, or
>>$1000 for some bauble that you or I would find absurd)
>
> Yeah...like I must spend hundreds of $$$ on cookbooks. And kitchen
> equipment, gadgets, cookware....you name it...
>
> If I can get it cheaper, I do...but I like quality....so in many cases
> I am willing to spend the bigger bucks. And if you put the two
> together (like Surfas) I can go really nuts.

Do you spend more than you need to for anything, perhaps much more, then
think it is just adorable to broadcast it?

One of you miserable cut-outs should have let your good buddy Terry know how
disgusting these posts really are.

I'll take the credit for doing it. I live to serve.

"Christine Dabney" > wrote in message
...
> On Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:49:10 -0400, "cybercat" >
> wrote:
>
>
>>What I notice is that you are defending a twit who has less money than
>>most
>>people who post here
>
> Uh, I don't think so. Squeaks is well paid, and she is married to a
> well paid lawyer. They have the money to afford whatever they want
> to buy....


Upon a moment's extra thought, I just have to say that your assumptions are
just amazing. Really funny. Oh my goodness, a LAWYER and a paralegal? And
both "well-paid?" Well my goodness that must be a BUNCH of money.

Meanwhile, what I have said over and over again is still true: my objection
to the original post has nothing to do with how much money the OP makes, has
to spend, etc. It is the nature of the post itself--like so many she makes,
it is all about LOOK AT ME LOOK AT ME I AM SO CUTE HERE ARE THE NAME BRANDS
OF MY CLOTHES AND HOW MUCH I SPENT AT "FILL IN THE BLANK" average retail
sponge. "Stop me before I shop again," indeed.

Those of you who have encouraged this kind of display have done this
50-year-old adolescent a disservice. I surely will not repeat your mistake.

As for you ... I do appreciate your staunch defense of your dear friend.
Your dear friend. Really I do.

The post was still, like may of hers, bad form, stupid content, and
indicative of the kind of slimy personality that I find completely
repulsive.

This of course must mean that I am green with envy and that I cannot go and
drop $500 at an insipidly average retail store. I bet everyone who gags at
Terry Pulliam Byrd's "Aren't I just the cutest thing in a middle-aged skin
and a _______ suit you have ever seen" posts are just the same. Green with
envy, in a much lower economic bracket, and much less educated than a
*choke* paralegal.

You got me there.

Have a great day. Perhaps that might make up for some of your, uh, problems.

And thanks so much for sharing.