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jspudotoole

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Msg: 57 (view)

HST! Posted: 8/5/2009 12:06:41 AM
I for one have signed the paper towards the protest against the HST. And its great to see that the crowds are growing everyday showing just how much British Columbians hate this plan

jspudotoole

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Jackass Mountain Fire. Is ot out yet? Posted: 8/5/2009 12:03:55 AM
I believe that the costs are up 3 to somewhere between 6 and 10 mill a day now.

jspudotoole

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Hot enough for ya? Posted: 8/5/2009 12:01:49 AM
After the winter that I, and many others in my situation had to go through in 08/09, I will, and am always willing to go through the amount of heat that the sun throws my way so far this summer. Bring it on! But I will admitt that the cooler, more normal temps that have started to come our way, and the fact that I for some reason decided to buy an air conditioner earlier this has made things much nicer to deal with lately. And rain in the not too distant future for southern BC, which will (I hope) will help with the fires that are going on in our beautiful province right now.

jspudotoole

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Tanning beds Posted: 8/4/2009 11:48:12 PM
I used to always go to the tanning beds a couple of weeks before heading off to someplace tropical to get my body/skin used to what is yet to come as far as the hot sun that I will be getting is concerned. However, after the most recent report on tanning beds and certain cancers, I won't be doing that anymore. I will just get as much natural sun exposure as possible before heading off on my future vacations.

jspudotoole

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One liner profiles Posted: 8/4/2009 11:43:54 PM
Now, now you two ^^^^^! claws in please. LOL. When I go fishing, my intro line is not much more then two or three lines. But they are usually enough to have them go to my profile read and pic. This is where I have a fairly good amount of current pic and info for many to at least respond, even if they feel that we wouldn't be a match. I very much like it when woman takes the time to send me a short note to let me know that they interested or not, because they are at least giving me the time that I gave them in showing interest.

jspudotoole

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Mini Burger Night July 21 and 28 2009 At The Robin Hood Pub In Surrey BC Canada,V3W-2N8 Posted: 7/28/2009 2:49:22 PM
Due to the high heat I just can't see myself taking two buses and two skytrains to get out there for this one. Hope everyone can stay cool in this heat and has a great time tonight. I'm staying home in my air conditioned unit. Maybe next tuesday, k? Spud.

jspudotoole

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Disabilities?! Posted: 7/27/2009 4:16:36 PM
40 and still going strong with my spinabifida. It has its downfalls like infections of the bladder/kidneys and such but that has never stopped me from doing the things that I love like camping, swimming, wheelchair basketball, (however slower it may be.) Going camping on Thursday to Monday up at some of the Upper Coquahalla Lakes with many POF/Facebook friends that I have met over the last three plus years. Its posted BCBears site so have a looky, and if you can make it, please do,.............the more the marrier.

jspudotoole

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Learning Disabilities Posted: 5/31/2009 1:46:07 AM
In many cases the disability that some people may have is in many ways stronger or weaker depending on the individuals perspective of said disability. The more positive outlook that you can have over such things (and they largely very) can and in most cases do have an impact on how not only you, but how others see you with said disability. The less one makes of their own disabiltiy, the better the chances other will see it as a turn off or obsticle for themselves in how they view you. My personal example: three years ago when I joined POF I was very nervious about the idea of perfect strangers wanting to be interested in involveing me in outdoor camping situations. But thankfully for me most, if not all the peeps involved in any of the camping situations that have come up over the past three years have come across to me personally in a way that had me feeling completely capable of doing and participating in anything and everything they may, or want to do during that or any other camping trip. And in my experience that has given me the camping bug rug back in my personal live. In large part because of how others see me, and what they feel they could help me particapate in AND my own personal outlook at my drive and determination to do those very same things with the people involved. And for that I will always be thankfull for. Thank you to all of my camping POF Buddies.

jspudotoole

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Would you wear a specific ring that was designed for singles only to wear? Posted: 5/31/2009 1:33:32 AM
I love rings for all things and reasons. And with that idea in mind and the fact that men and women wear rings to signify that they are engaged/married. I think that men/women whereing a ring that signifies that they are single would work for me. But I believe it is a personal choice. Spud

jspudotoole

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What do you like most about being single ? Posted: 5/31/2009 12:07:47 AM
I like the time and freedom to do whatever/whenever. However, I'm ok with the idea of shareing my life with someone specail again these days. I have gained many great friends through this site, but still looking for that specail someone. In the meantime, I have learned well how to value my alone time.

jspudotoole

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Happiness... does it find you? Posted: 5/26/2009 10:46:17 PM
I find happiness in many things and many ways farelly often. Do people find happiness in me, being with me..............I feel that not soo much lately. Have I or will I ever give up on the idea of that ever happening. NEVER.

jspudotoole

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is it ok to laugh at the handicaped? Posted: 5/26/2009 10:40:23 PM
Unless its found to be funny for some reason by the person that just got splashed, then by all means laugh along with the poor guy. But if the person in question is helpless/defenceless and could use some friendly assistance from a fellow pedestrian, that in it self isn't funny to me in my eyes. And in my view it doesn't matter whether said person is abled or dis abled.

jspudotoole

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 5/25/2009 3:40:46 PM
Oh ya that really does help ya know. Ya'll have been great to/for me over the years with my hills and valley health up and downs. and for that I'm forever greatful. Now I'm just consintrating on being out and about in this great weather recouping and getting my strength back. Must stay focused and healthy. First thing on my agenda is to get out to a POF event asap. Its been way too long. lol.

jspudotoole

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 5/23/2009 1:31:38 AM
A great big thank you goes out to everyone that responded to this little Thread of Tink's. The support from all of you has always ment the world to me. As many of us know all too well, life is very presuious. Friends, Priceless. Always take the time to let them all know that you care and think about them regularly because tomorrow is not a given. Only right here, and right now. Love you all. Thanks again and hope to see many of you when I'm out and about starting some time next week. Always, Jim O'Toole AKA. Spud P.S. Tink, you know already but it doesn't hurt to remind you......................You're the best, my friend. I love you so much. And hope to see you soon. Brunch anyone!? lol

jspudotoole

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Popular POF Member Passes Away - Tragically Posted: 5/22/2009 10:34:03 PM
OMG, I can hardly type anything.............................. Life has soooooo many twists and turns. If I hadn't been ill in hospital, I would have been there with you all over this past May Long. I just can't beleive what I've read. I just got out of hospital/moved and logged back online and read this. R.I.P. my friend. Obviously, you will be, and are very missed by so many people. I will always think back with a smile of all the memories camping. Gone, but never Forgotten. Always, Spud

jspudotoole

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FAIRVIEW PUB MARCH HARE BAND IN VANCOUVER MAY 2nd 9PM Posted: 4/25/2009 4:24:26 PM
Sounds good enough to me. Count me in!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jspudotoole

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FAIRVIEW PUB MARCH HARE BAND IN VANCOUVER MAY 2nd 9PM Posted: 4/24/2009 10:14:30 PM
Awesome! I finally get another op to see one of my fav POF bands again. See ya'll there. Spud P.S. Does anyone know if this place is wheelchair Friendly?!

jspudotoole

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Mini Burger Night April 7 2009 At The Robin Hood Pub In Surrey BC canada,V3W-2N8 Posted: 4/4/2009 8:08:20 PM
Sorry folks, April 7th would have been my fathers 68th Birthday and my brother/Sister and I have decided to get together and celibrate this date every year from now on. R.I.P. Dad. We miss you horribly.

jspudotoole

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APRIL 4th, NORTH SHORE, MOSQUITO CREEK DANCE Posted: 4/3/2009 10:56:37 PM
If I'm feeling better by the afternoon I will be making an appearance tomorrow night for a couple of hours. Say hi to some of the regs and meet some of the newbies. Enjoy the bad for a short while and then head back home. Hope to see ya'll tomorrow! Spud

jspudotoole

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Pool and Darts Friday April 3rd at Clancys in New Westminster Posted: 4/2/2009 10:56:11 PM
I think I'm gonna skip this one cause I'm hopin to be able to get to Mosquito Creek on Saturday. Still recovering from not feeling well over the past few days and so I don't want to push my luck. May see ya'll next Friday. Until then!

jspudotoole

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Bacon Brothers Complain about Harassment Posted: 3/30/2009 9:20:49 PM
Do I like it: NO Has it slowed them down in their business dealings (which are illegal by the way) and possibly slowed the frequency in the killings: MAYBE. And it is in my opinion (not the law's) that if/when you are a regular member of an OUTlaw Gang involved with illegal dealings and murders, your rights should be suspended/taken away. Is this the beginning of a new and maybe nessessary way of dealing with todays issues in the lower mainland Murders, I'm afraid so. Is it fair that the tax payer has to pay for all this, NO. But nevertheless its gonna happen that way anyways.

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/29/2009 10:08:25 PM
It has been my absolute pleasure hosting this event for over the last two years or so. It has given me op after op to meet so many great and interesting people, many of which I consider to be a good friend today. And I look forward to host this event again for many more months to come. Contrary to what I was saying earilier today, even if/when I meet that specail someone one day in my (hopefully, not too distant future) it is my intension to continue to host this event. Why? Because even if I don't find that specail someone, this event along with all the others are great places to meet new friends, and just maybe that specail someone. Keep an eye out for when the next brunch will be. Spud

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/29/2009 10:07:44 PM
It has been my absolute pleasure hosting this event for over the last two years or so. It has given me op after op to meet so many great and interesting people, many of which I consider to be a good friend today. And I look forward to host this event again for many more months to come. Contrary to what I was saying earilier today, even if/when I meet that specail someone one day in my (hopefully, not too distant future) it is my intension to continue to host this event. Why? Because even if I don't find that specail someone, this event along with all the others are great places to meet new friends, and just maybe that specail someone. Keep an eye out for when the next brunch will be. Spud

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/29/2009 6:12:36 PM
Hey there everyone! I had a great time today. It was a great turnout for those who were able to make it. But also know that others that signed up couldn't make it for one reason or another, as some that didn't sign up were able to show up. No worries though, its all good. Always a good time at fresgos Hope to see you all again soon. Spud

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/28/2009 3:37:03 PM
28 plus 1 so 29 officailly. Awesome Numbers everyone! Excited about tomorrow. Less then 24 hours to go till good food and good times!

jspudotoole

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MARCH HARE MISSION AT THE BIG B SALOON SAT APRIL 25 2009 8PM Posted: 3/27/2009 8:06:00 PM
Depending on the when and location of the Vancouver event, I just have to pencil my name down for this one too! lol

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/27/2009 7:49:48 PM
No worries Island Girl, the good thing about the POF Brunches is that there is always Next Month! lol Ok BC Bear, because I'm not going to Clancy's to night I do hope to catch up with ya on Sunday, But if not, like I said above, there is always next month. (Or next week at clancy's Next week) 26 and counting! Nice sign up numbers! lol.

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/26/2009 12:35:19 PM
24 and counting! I just may have to close off the section that we meet in. BTW, for everyone that is coming to fresgos for the first time, we usually meet up in the back of the resturant after ordering your food. Just look for me, I'm the one in the wheelchair. (Hopefully there won't be more then one guy there in a wheelchair, otherwise that could get a little confuseing!) lol

jspudotoole

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Vancouver Island CAMPING April 17 - 19, 2009 NANAIMO Posted: 3/26/2009 12:25:13 PM
Still not sure if I'll be able to go yet of course, but I'm sure that there aren't going to be too many others at this site this early in the season. But I've been known to be wrong, too!

jspudotoole

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Vancouver Island CAMPING April 17 - 19, 2009 NANAIMO Posted: 3/26/2009 1:58:18 AM
Was just wondering if anyone would be into carpoolin from the ferry to the site, splitting a site and car it back to the ferry. If that could posiblily be arranged, I just might be able to see myself taking part in this one after all. I have tenting gear and enough money for transportation/camping site shared/ and ferry ride. Just no transportaion to and from the camping site. Jim

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/25/2009 8:27:08 PM
23 and counting! Looking good. Is it Sunday yet?!

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/24/2009 6:45:51 PM
Sounds great! 19 and counting. See ya'll Sunday!

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/22/2009 11:53:22 PM
15 down and one week to go! Lookin forward to the brunch of course, as usual. lol. It's great to see some new faces amoung some of the regulars! That is one of the main points of this Brunch that I host. For the new peeps to meet other peeps, regular and New. That is one the whole reasons for the events afterall, right? I live by a sellect few credows. And one of the main one's is: There is no such thing as having too many friends. Lets face it, some peeps that meet as friends always have the chance to turn into somthing more. See ya'll Sunday Spud

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/22/2009 11:51:25 PM
15 down and one week to go! Lookin forward to the brunch of course, as usual. lol.

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/22/2009 12:03:52 PM
Ok, looking good peeps! 13 down and one week to go!

jspudotoole

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APRIL 4th, NORHT SHORE, MOSQUITO CREEK DANCE Posted: 3/21/2009 10:02:43 PM
Ok, well I'm still planning on coming out to this event, if there is someone/anyone that could give me a lift over to the other side of the bridge on thier way home that would be awesome. Cause if not, I'll have to leave fairly early in order to catch the last buses back home again. Either way, I'm looking forward to this event. M.C. is always fun!

jspudotoole

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Weekly Clancy’s Pool & Darts Night March 20th Posted: 3/19/2009 10:57:10 PM
Things are looking good for a showing tomorrow eveing at Clancy's. See ya'll tomorrow.

jspudotoole

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Weekly Mini Burger Night At The Robin Hood Pub In Surrey B.C. Posted: 3/17/2009 3:02:34 PM
Due to flat tire issues, I won't be able to attend tonights event:( So much for Irish luck!

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/17/2009 12:39:35 AM
Thats awesome! Looking forward to seein all ya all there, on that Sunday.

jspudotoole

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Vancouver Island CAMPING April 17 - 19, 2009 NANAIMO Posted: 3/16/2009 9:01:56 PM
Although, if we could get enough to share in Site/gas,ride/and site costs/it still could be a doable situation. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch March 29th Posted: 3/15/2009 2:39:31 AM
Hey there everyone. Well I'm back from my trip to Mexico and I think that its long past due time to post for the next brunch, So here we go again folks! Where: Fresgos Inn Addy: 10104 King Gorege Hwy in Surrey. When: Sunday, March 29th Time: 11am till 2ish. Sorry for the late post but, you know.......you gotta do whatcha gotta do, right?! lol. Any questions, comments just drop me a line at: jspudotoole and I'll always do my best to answer anything that is on your mind about the Brunch. Looking forward to it. See ya'll at the end of the month. Spud

jspudotoole

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Vancouver Island CAMPING April 17 - 19, 2009 NANAIMO Posted: 3/14/2009 12:47:26 AM
I could be soooo into this idea however, transportation is as always a problem. Is this a provincail campsite? if so, if I can reserve a site, its free for me, and there is usually room for a couple more peeps with me on that particular site. Just an idea. Time will tell. Anyways, I'll keep an eye on this thread and see what transpires. Spud Camping just isn't the same without playing a few rounds of Exteme Bocci!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jspudotoole

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APRIL 4th, NORHT SHORE, MOSQUITO CREEK DANCE Posted: 3/14/2009 12:23:32 AM
I don't usually sign up so early for any events but I love M.C. so much that I just had to this time around. P.S. if there is anyone going back to Down Town area afterwards, I'd love a lift. Its a much easier bus ride from there. Thanks Spud.

jspudotoole

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March 14, 2009 Dinner #3 at On Lok's, Vancouver Posted: 3/14/2009 12:18:50 AM
Thats not very nice. You WERE going to On Lok's, but all of a sudden a another BETER offer comes along and ya bail on us!!!!!!!??????????????? Whats up with that?! Holly crap, I'm I ever gonna get soaked for this one! Oh well, its only water, right!?

jspudotoole

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Weekly Mini Burger Night at the Robin Hood Pub in Surrey,B.C. every Tuesday Night. Posted: 2/24/2009 11:10:53 PM
Good times as per usual at the Robin Hood. Look forward to next week. But won't be signing up for it till the end of the weekend. See ya'll then. Spud

jspudotoole

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Clancy's Weekly Pool & Dart Night!! Fridays!! New Westminster Posted: 2/23/2009 3:45:43 PM
Frequent flyer miles are Pilin up, aren't there!? lol^^^^^

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March 14, 2009 Dinner #3 at On Lok's, Vancouver Posted: 2/23/2009 3:43:01 PM
I will do my best to be there as its not far from home and the food has always been pretty darn good. And of course the company has always been great. Spud

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Weekly Mini Burger Night at the Robin Hood Pub in Surrey,B.C. every Tuesday Night. Posted: 2/23/2009 3:40:33 PM
I will do my best to be there tomorrow, and as such.... will sign up for now. Spud

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch - Feb/8th/09 at Fresgos Posted: 2/8/2009 1:35:42 PM
Another great turnout everyone. Some regulars and some newbies. Hope everyone had a good time! Sorry that I had to leave earlier then expected as I'm still not quite up to par as far as the energy is concerned. But give me a week of RnR and I'm sure that I'll be feelin as good as new by then end of the month. See you all again real soon The next brunch will be at the end of March. See you all then, and rememeber...... Play safe!!!? lol

jspudotoole

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POF Sunday Brunch - Feb/8th/09 at Fresgos Posted: 2/8/2009 12:09:59 AM
Thats awesome Black2010, I do usually stay and hang around till 2pm just in case therea any late straglers. I am feeling less then steller but because my stomich is feeling ok, I don't believe that I'll end up hurtin anything. And if truth be known, there is a specail someone that says she might be able to make it and don't want to miss that. So, I won't be there with bells on, but I will be there. \ Nice sign up everyone, see ya'll in the morning. Spud

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