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 Author Thread: London New Years Party Alibi Roadhouse Dec 31 8:00
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 57 (view)
 
London New Years Party Alibi Roadhouse Dec 31 8:00
Posted: 12/31/2008 3:50:54 PM
Have a great night everyone and stay safe. I said my goodbyes to most of you last night at dinner. Have a wonderful year full of love and surprises. I still may pop out to coffee once in a while.


 Mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 12 (view)
 
Holiday Events and the single folk .....
Posted: 12/13/2008 2:08:34 PM
Go for it. Like you said, it's only a couple of hours and maybe you could plan to meet a friend afterward for a glass of wine or something. At least that gives you a reason to get out if you're not having fun. :)

and don't forget single sons and nephews
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 20 (view)
 
How would one survive winter in Canada, Ontario, Kingston?
Posted: 12/3/2008 8:46:33 PM
I wouldn't go all out for only a couple of weeks. Like everyone said, wear layers, warm boots, gloves and hat. If you find you didn't bring enough layers, you can always buy one of the jackets with a removeable liner and/or vest. That way you have two or three extra layers and can mix and match with the weather. The lake can definitely affect the weather making it colder and snowier. As someone else said, the wind can also make it seem much colder. We call that the 'wind chill factor' .. that's what the temperature really feels like. I don't think you'll hit any bitterly cold weather in the next few weeks. We usually save that for January/February

Maybe some nice fishie will befriend you, show you the sights and lend you a coat for a couple of weeks.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 4 (view)
 
who likes the new beer store layout?
Posted: 11/28/2008 8:46:27 PM
I guess I'm pretty unladylike then because I go to the beer store and the liquor store by myself. Who the heck else is going to buy it for me? Oh, and I carry my 24 out by myself and I drink from the bottle

Certainly hope you wouldn't date anyone who gave a crap anyway -- hubby wouldn't like it !!

OP -- no, I don't like the new setup, it sucks. I went to one of London's busiest ones on a long weekend last summer on the friday of a long weekend and they had one person working because the other guy called in sick. It was a zoo. I felt sorry for him because everyone was ****ing. Then of course, there's always the person who comes in at the busiest time of the day with a pickup truck load of empties .. never fails LOL
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 28 (view)
 
London An Evening of Blues November, 28, 2008
Posted: 11/28/2008 8:39:32 PM
sorry everyone, had to make a choice between tomorrow night and tonight. Since it's my friend's 50th tomorrow and I already had a ticket for where we were going I had to give this one up. I think I'll keep an eye on their friday night blues anyway. I really wanted to see Paul play again, it's been a long time.

 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 10 (view)
 
Holiday Events and the single folk .....
Posted: 11/25/2008 8:27:25 AM
The work event is with 4 men I work with, all at least 20 years older than me ... and their wives!


You never know, you might make a good impression in a social setting and they'd have sons and nephews your age

Or dress as sexy as hell, get the old guys turned on and their wives will thank you in the morning

Okay, I really need to cut down on my coffee and get off this computer this morning LOL


Oops, forgot to answer the question. I go alone. If I brought a mercy date, which I wouldn't, there would be way too much talk and speculation at work. Thankfully though, I have a few single co-workers, and many that have spouses that work there on opposite shifts so rarely am I the only single one there.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 8 (view)
 
Royal Bank of Canada plans to outsource to India about 280 back-office jobs
Posted: 11/25/2008 8:22:43 AM
I realize outsourcing is inevitable because every company, bank or not, wants to make bigger profits every year and really couldn't give a damn about their customers. I just wish they would insist that the people they hire can actually speak English. I had to call CAA last year because my car had broken down. It was 38 outside with a humidex rating of about 45. I had two young children in my car. I had to spell out the name of every road I was on and she still couldn't figure out where I was. She kept telling me the roads did not exist, nor the village I had just passed through. Since I wasn't too far from home I knew who the local CAA tow was, I actually had to give her the tow company name. I ended up calling back an hour later because my 30 minute tow hadn't arrived. The lady I got that time understood me better -- apparently the tow truck had been sent to the totally wrong location. While I was waiting again a nice neighbourly gentleman stopped by and got my car going for me. I called CAA back to cancel and seriously considered cancelling my account. It's the same with calling Bell Canada the last time I called they conference me with the local technician because they couldn't understand what I was saying about my phone problem - good grief!! I think I need to start taking some language lessons so I can speak to them easier!

I have two bank accounts - one has no service fees, the other is my Credit Union, they greet me by name when I walk up to the counter. That's the kind of service I appreciate and the kind I'll keep using.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 37 (view)
 
Meet and Greet at a Grocery Store?
Posted: 11/25/2008 7:56:34 AM
Normally I am in and out at the grocery store. I know the aisles so well that I can probably get all my shopping done in under ten minutes. I usually don't notice anyone around me.


Maybe it's time to stop and smell the roses. Slow down and notice what's around you. You might be passing by Mr. Perfect For You and never even know it. (that doesn't go just for shopping either- we're all so rushed these days which just increases your stress level) I know sometimes I'm rushed too and race in and out of wherever I'm shopping. But once in awhile it's nice to look around, find something new to try. It never hurts to ask that cute guy in aisle 7 buying the pasta sauce which one he prefers because you're getting bored of the same old one. Even if you've tried them all before


For the most part POFers like to gather and hang out.


I think you're forgetting that it's a very small percentage of the actual POF population that read the forums and only a percentage of those go to the meet and greets, dances, parties, camping etc. There are hundreds of POFers in my area alone in my age range. Hundreds more in other age ranges. Most meet and greets get 30-50 people, dances get a couple of hundred. These are the people you're familiar with and see at all the functions you attend.

Of course this would never work if it was the normal meet and greet people that came out, heck, we've all met before. But, just maybe, it might be something a little different that will attract a different group of people. People who don't like the group idea, who just want someplace other than a bar where they can approach people and strike up a conversation knowing that they are single. I personally would like to see an event that attracts a different group of people. Although I love the social aspect of the events I attend, I go there mainly to just get out of the house the odd time so Idon't become a total hermit. I've pretty well met everyone and just like to hang out with them.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 219 (view)
 
Would you date a cop?
Posted: 11/23/2008 8:08:04 AM

I had a date with a (male, naturally) cop, this past Sunday. Will NEVER do it again, swear!!!

First, on his profile, he is handsome, athletic, muscular, and so forth. I went on picturing him in my mind (no pic on his profile). But in reality, he has a beer belly and a chin that is steadily on its way to become double. Weighs about 300# (my rough estimate), being 6 ft tall. BTW, a younger man. It's a shame for the younger folks to be overweight. He probably sits at the desk at work for most of the time... Just not my type.


Geez, so he lied to you about what he looked like --- just like half the other people on here. He didn't do that because he's an officer, he did that because he's insecure, or figured that those people who say looks don't matter wouldn't mind when they found out -- he forgot that honesty counts. That's why you should insist on seeing pics first, actually several different pics so you can be sure they are really the person you're talking to. But to say you'd never date another officer just because he misrepresented himself and you weren't comfortable talking to him, is like saying you won't date any man on here after meeting Regular Joe Blow on a coffee date and finding out he wasn't what he said he was or you weren't comfortable with the way he talked.

Don't paint them all with the same brush please. There are some amazing men out there that are officers and there are some jerks out there too --- just like the regular population. And yes, before everyone jumps on me ... I know that the profession does attract those who do it just for the power trip, the uniform appeal to women etc etc ... see the "jerks" category above.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 33 (view)
 
Meet and Greet at a Grocery Store?
Posted: 11/23/2008 7:56:03 AM
The idea isn't to stand around with a group of people chatting. It's to approach another single that you find interesting/attractive etc and spark up a conversation with them and maybe exchange phone numbers etc. Sure beats the following them around, wondering if they're single and accidentally running your cart into them :)

I do like Allison's addition to the cooking class though, I never even thought of the mingling afterward to buy the ingredients .... most loblaws have a wine store too if you were so inclined ;)
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 6 (view)
 
Christmas gifts and bargains!!
Posted: 11/22/2008 2:18:55 AM
My son really wants a PS2 but knows I can't afford it so he's given me a list of much smaller presents. Sure he still wants the bigger ones but he knows it's just not an option right now.

My daughter is still young and pretty easy to buy for -- anything Barbie, little pet shop, girly girly girly - she's happy.

They have also been collecting canadian tire money all year to help out another family. Their goal is $200, they're now just over $100 but are hoping for more. Even that will give another family a boost though.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 23 (view)
 
Meet and Greet at a Grocery Store?
Posted: 11/22/2008 2:10:29 AM
I think it would be fun, only something a little more subtle than a different coloured shopping cart -- YIKES!!! A hand stamp or something -- come on, lets admit it, we're already checking out the hand for a ring anyway :)

Of course, we'd all have to bring our coolers to put food in so it wouldn't spoil in our cart ... I know if I had to take it out to my car before I mingled over coffee, I'd probably just get in and drive away afterward.

Mind you, many of the stores have meeting rooms etc

I'd even look into a Loblaws/Superstore doing a singles cooking night. Cooking for one classes ... how better to meet other people who are doing the same? They have classes for kids, teens and busy parents, why not single people?

>> Meeks, if all the women had to wear sandals, would you be there?
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 8 (view)
 
London An Evening of Blues November, 28, 2008
Posted: 11/17/2008 4:10:50 PM
I hope I can get a sitter. I haven't seen Paul play for a long long time. I used to babysit for one of his family members and we often went out to see him.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 9 (view)
 
London New Years Party Alibi Roadhouse Dec 31 8:00
Posted: 11/15/2008 8:51:40 AM
Darn, I have to work this year. I had so much fun last year. Sure wish I could do it again.

Have a safe and happy one everyone.

 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 27 (view)
 
Winter Storm Warning??? Are you ready?
Posted: 11/3/2008 7:45:03 PM
definitely ready now snow tires on, oilsprayed, scraper, coat, hat, mitts, um ... um ... oh sugar .. boots!! how could I forget boots??

Of course, it's going to be 18-20 degrees all week .. guess I have time for some shopping
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 22 (view)
 
Anyone else see the irony in this?
Posted: 10/31/2008 11:48:26 AM
Surprise!!!! Ontario doesn't have one.

Instead, many municipalities have banned the use of plastic bottles on city owned property i.e. City Hall, city sports parks - because parents can't train their children (minors and adults) to recycle them or bring them home, so literally thousands are left lying around after tournaments. It disgusts me when I go to my local park and have to clean up before my kids can play.

Thankfully we can recycle grocery bags here. It all depends on the muncipality, the company that has the recycling contract and the availability of recycling services in that area. The London area is just going to be able to start recycling juice boxes and milk cartons - finally!! I do like the deposit and return program now for liqour bottles.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 32 (view)
 
Apparently.... Its a crime to go out ACK! Alone!
Posted: 10/29/2008 6:28:44 AM
Before I married I went out alone all of the time. I'd often bring something to read. I like to take my time eating and sitting there just staring ahead makes the people at the table in front of you rather nervous.

I was at a restaurant once and this family was there with their very single, good looking son. They were in line behind me when I asked for a table, they asked me to join them and I did. Coincidentally (NOT!) I ended up sitting beside the son. We did keep in touch for a bit but he was a little too full of himself for me. Mind you, I did find out later that he's living quite well in California. I really stepped out of my comfort zone accepting that invite but it is also one of my proudest moments for doing that. I have always been very shy around strangers and I work really hard at overcoming that. It was one of my "just do it" moments.

I actually went out to dinner alone a couple of weeks ago for the first time in 15 years. I'd been running around all day and it was after 7pm and I was too tired to cook. The hostess did a bit of a double take when she asked if I needed a table for two and I said "No, just one unless some handsome hunk just walked up behind me". She laughed, got me a booth and I had some of the best service that night.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 18 (view)
 
Winter Storm Warning??? Are you ready?
Posted: 10/29/2008 6:10:22 AM
After spending all night fielding hundreds of calls for power outages and trees and wires down, followed by the long drive home with some idiot tailgating me all the way. Hey STUPID, I can only drive as fast as the big line up of cars in front of me. Geez, I hate that. I've decided, nope, I'm not ready LOL

You should have seen my neighbour's face when I got home from London with six inches of heavy wet snow still on the roof of my car and there was only a dusting of snow in Strathroy by that time.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 35 (view)
 
London-Meet & Greet-Then ROLLER SKATING-Wed. Oct. 29th-6:30
Posted: 10/29/2008 6:03:38 AM
Thanks Ken, I forgot about that stupid construction -- yes Medy take Veterans Memorial. If you're heading to dinner first just drive straight to the end and turn left. Follow that to Highbury ave and the restaurant will be in the plaza on your left, just before Highbury. If you're just going to the skating, hang a left at Oxford St instead, turn right at Highbury Ave (major intersection just past the college) then right at your next lights which is Cheapside - skating is just around the corner on your right. Hope the snow goes away before then!

See you guys at dinner.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 23 (view)
 
London-Meet & Greet-Then ROLLER SKATING-Wed. Oct. 29th-6:30
Posted: 10/27/2008 2:14:53 PM
Hey Medy, drag my sister down from Georgetown with you -- it's been too long since she's been skating dammit! (oh yeah, she goes to bed at 9pm that won't work!) Hope you enjoy the skating - make it out for dinner too, it's only a few blocks away and an easy drive straight off the 401.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 6 (view)
 
Variety
Posted: 10/26/2008 6:29:52 PM
I always love the needle in a haystack ones.

You must be fit
You must work out regularly
You must not have children
You must eat a healthy diet
You must be financially secure
You must not be needy
You must have a car
You must...
You must ...

There is actually one on here like that!! LOL

I'm thinking the hook is going to be empty for a very long while
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
London-Meet & Greet-Then ROLLER SKATING-Wed. Oct. 29th-6:30
Posted: 10/26/2008 4:56:35 AM
Hey, I'll be able to make dinner - no kids that day. No rollerskating though - had a bad fall at home a couple of weeks ago and my back is still healing up, don't think it's a smart idea to whiz around the rink and I don't know how to go slow! Besides, I have to work afterwards anyway.

See you all there.

Sorry Meeks, cuddlecakes isn't coming.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 8 (view)
 
staying at an exe's house for the kids and she has a b/f
Posted: 10/24/2008 8:38:51 PM
For the first two years after our split, whenever I was on nights, my ex slept at my house on the sofa bed in the basement. I'd get home at 7:30 am, feed them breakfast and put them on the bus. If I was too whipped he'd stick around and let me go straight to bed and do the breakfast/bus thing. When I'm on days, he shows up at 5:45, often with my coffee, so I can leave for work at 6:00. He feeds the children and puts them on the bus. It means a lot less bouncing around for our children since we both work shifts/weekends etc.

Of course, now that his girlfriend lives with him I often drop them off to her before I go to work at night if he's working later. Apparently she didn't like him staying here either, even though I wasn't even here. I didn't find out one night until I called him asking him to check something in my house and he was back at his, having woken the children up and brought them to his place because she was home. I can understand that she didn't like being alone. That part is not that big of a deal. I just told him to let me know next time and I'll drop them off to her so they can go to bed at a normal time. (our son has enough issues without being tired and cranky the next day) They are both in retail so work stupid hours, if they're both working late and I have to work nights (my shift starts at 9pm) then I have the sitter meet me at their place and she stays with them there, gets them to bed etc and waits for one of them to get home. Thankfully, I get along with both him and his girlfriend, and yes, I've met some guys who couldn't understand that. Mostly those that came from nasty breakups where one or both are angry and vindictive.

For us, we agreed at the outset that the children's well being would come first. If someone can't accept and understand that, then there is no chance of a relationship.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 17 (view)
 
Dating for one month.... HELP!
Posted: 10/23/2008 5:25:42 AM

Met his friends, kids, etc?/


I can see meeting the friends in the first month going out to group activities. But the kids?? No one meets my kids until the relationship is firmly established. Even the family isn't going to meet him for awhile - mainly because if I'm visiting family, my kids are with me!

Like Dante said there could be many reasons .. he could have fallen hard (the constant calls, seeing each other, texts etc may point to that) and is now scared of how quickly that happened. Or, as MyI said, maybe he's tired of being the one to initiate everything. Give him his space. Giving space could mean a lot of things as well ... he doesn't want to see you for awhile and will contact you when he's ready, which leaves you hanging -- I'd carry on with life on that one. Or it could mean just that, he needs some space, some breathing room and just wants to cut back on how often you see each other or talk but still wants to carry on with the 'get to know you' stage. The only way you'll know is to ask. Communication will go a long way to figuring out where you stand. Don't hound him for an answer, just ask him once what it is he means by that term. If he can't tell you then he doesn't have a clue what he wants then it's up to you whether you want to wait around or walk away.
 Mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
London-Meet n Greet-Crabby Joe's then ROLLER SKATING- Wed. Oct 15-6:30pm
Posted: 10/15/2008 9:46:09 AM
/\/\/\ We've heard that before LOL Just kidding gymbag, hope you make it out and have fun. I'm already having withdrawal people, this isn't good! I really need a Wednesday free.

 Mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 19 (view)
 
Who did you spend Thanksgiving with?
Posted: 10/13/2008 6:15:55 PM
spent it with me, myself and I. Even the cat was off wandering. I was supposed to spend it with my Mom but my sister-in-law decided to invite her over since my mom is alone for the first time this year. Apparently the fact that I was alone never phased her LOL

However, I had a productive day. I managed to get the second coat of paint on most of my window frames and picked up a new pool for the kids for next year off of kijiji. I wasn't totally forgotten though. My ex and his common-law cooked a big turkey dinner and he dropped off a care package when he dropped off the kids - pumpkin pie included! mmmm yummy .

I'm very thankful for the fact that we still get along and remain friends. I'm also thankful that I have two wonderful children, our health and a roof over our heads ... anything over and above that is pure gravy ... pour it on the mashed potatoes please

Happy Thanksgiving everyone


P.S. Canadian Tire put out all of their Christmas stuff last week
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 29 (view)
 
Is anyone going to watch the Federal Election Debate and are you voting?
Posted: 10/9/2008 6:28:52 PM
after lots of reading and listening to candidates I've come to the conclusion that we might as well just put every eligible voter's name in a big box and pick out enough to fill parliament ... I'm pretty sure they couldn't do a worse job

 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 13 (view)
 
LONDON ~ Dinner and Entertainment ~ The Duke's ~ Oct 8
Posted: 10/8/2008 8:58:37 AM
Sorry I won't be able to make it now. Next time I write schedules in my book I'll make sure I'm actually writing them on the correct day so I know when I'm free LOL

For those of you who've been in London a long time, it's the old Ming's restaurant, then it was St. Louis' Ribs for awhile. East side of Wellington, just south of Horton.

Enjoy!
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 9 (view)
 
Work related tradgey's
Posted: 10/4/2008 5:11:55 AM
In my job we have a Critical Incident Stress team which help out in cases like this, either one on one or in a group. This covers everything from workplace deaths or serious injuries, whether intentional or accidental (If this is an incident like this your company should not be waiting until next week to help employees), serious calls at work (I'm in emergency services) and any other time we feel we need them. What affects me adversely may not affect another person at all. We also have access to free counselling outside of work. We didn't always have the team but I am so glad we do now.

I understand the inability to discuss details at the moment due to privacy issues. If you are having difficulty coping right now, talk to someone, even call a crisis line. They will help you, not only with realizing what is a normal response, even though it may seem over the top to you, but also with realizing if you need more in depth help. Surround yourself with understanding people that will let you talk and allow yourself to feel whatever you're feeling. It is probably normal. I'm sure if you googled something along the line of 'normal response to trauma' you'd find info and realize that you're doing okay or even get suggestions to help.

The best advice I ever received -- you can't deal with your feelings until you feel them, so give yourself permission to feel it and heal it
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 42 (view)
 
Would you date someone who is a shooter / hunter?
Posted: 10/2/2008 6:19:22 AM

I'll buy into this "hunting for sustenance" for all those who live 500 or more miles from a Zehrs or Loblaws! But lets face facts the 'need' to hunt and kill wildlife for food is pretty much a joke in this day and age....



Don't think I've ever seen moose, venison, wild turkey/goose/duck or any other game meat at Zehrs. However I do pick up the odd bunny there once in awhile (not that they're hunted but I grew up on a rabbit farm )


"hunting for sustenance"


When I mentioned this it doesn't mean that it's the person's only way to survive. It means that they prefer to use game the meat to feed themselves. Not everyone likes to eat the chemical/hormone laden stuff from the store. Besides, they have a different taste, it's a matter of preference. And, before you say it, no .. even the venison from deer farms doesn't taste the same as wild. It has to do with what they eat.

As for it being the law that the meat of the kill must be used - there are still lots of trophy hunters out there that hunt for sport (my definition) just to get a head on their wall, as well as those that think it's fun just to go out one night shooting randomly spot lights and all and leaving the animal lying there, dead or injured. Yes, I know it's against the law but it still happens. There isn't a law around that people won't break.

I do not consider these people to be hunters by any definitions -- unfortunately they won't let my type the appropriate term on here!
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
Dating vs Long term
Posted: 10/1/2008 1:21:58 AM
Pretty nascar3fan, the thread may have been done a dozen times but the same people may not be participating so the info shared may be fresh! Thank you for sharing that. I know I have not responded to one of that subject.


(he is purty, isn't he?)
He didn't say that people shouldn't give their new, fresh opinions -- his point isn't that it's been done to death in the threads, the point is, as it says in the forum rules, "before you start a new thread, do a search, if the topic is already there add to that thread instead of starting a new one" . That brings the info right up front and centre and gives you many, many more viewpoints as well (as well as keeping the number of pages of threads down - they really need purging!)

My take on it ... it's your ultimate goal

I used to have "friends" -- everyone assumed it meant friends with benefits, so I got bothered by people wanting a little no strings fun and ignored by those who wanted relationships.

So I changed it to "dating" -- less bothered by the first group but then bothered by those who wanted a quasi relationship centred around sex without any real commitment and pretty well still ignored by those wanting a relationship.

So I changed it to "long term" -- haven't had an email in weeks
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 18 (view)
 
London Meet & Greet ~Fireside Family Restaurant~ Oct. 01,2008
Posted: 9/30/2008 10:56:18 AM
Well, I'm out for Wednesdays for the time being

Might be able to make it to a skate or two, or maybe stretch the vocal chords. I'll keep an eye out to see what you guys are all up to each week.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 256 (view)
 
new speeding penalties good or bad?
Posted: 9/30/2008 9:29:58 AM

However, the one year old law has a 40% convition rate.
mmm my math says that that makes 6,000 wrongfully charged i wonder how much that cost the tax payers, for a law that seems not to have done much in the way of prevention.


Just because 60% got off on the charges doesn't mean they were all wrongfully laid.

It means ....

They had a very good lawyer - heck if a lawyer could get OJ off, don't you think they could get a speeder off ??

Or, the officer was unable to attend in court. Yes that happens, often they get tied up on serious calls they can't leave and it is the judges discretion whether they put it over for another time or dismiss the charge.

Maybe they were going 50 over but were able to prove a mechanical default in their car , of which they were unaware, which was showing them the wrong speed. Judge's descretion again.

Judge gave them a warning which basically means "I believe you were going over 50 but I'm giving you a chance" -- Judge's descretion again.

Officer messed up on the stand ... yup, it happens, nobody is perfect!


etc etc etc

on that note, my friend just found out how much it costs to speed in a rental car in Europe -- he just got his tickets in the mail - gotta love photo radar
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 36 (view)
 
London Meet & Greet - Wed, Sept 24th - Roller Skating
Posted: 9/24/2008 8:58:18 PM
Had a blast skating again as usual although I know I'm going to feel it tomorrow. I still can't believe I used to do that 4 or 5 times a week.

Probably won't be at too many dinners this winter as my son starts cubs on Wednesday nights until 8pm. Will definitely try to make it for skating as well. I'll be missing you guys ... sorry, you'll all have to do without massages for awhile.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 33 (view)
 
London Meet & Greet - Wed, Sept 24th - Roller Skating
Posted: 9/24/2008 3:05:16 PM
Going to be late because the sitter works until 7pm. Will show up for dessert and coffee and skating.

 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 44 (view)
 
At what age is it creepy if a man is sleeping with his daughter?
Posted: 9/22/2008 6:56:36 AM
I can see both sides of this issue, but, without knowing the parties involved it would be hard to determine.

I have a friend who's daughter shared with him until she was 10 yrs old. They didn't see each other on a regular basis due to distance issues so she definately wanted to be with dad. Home life with mom and her ever changing boyfriends was tough on her and dad loved her to pieces. She liked the security. However, now that he lives closer, is remarried and she is a bit older, it doesn't happen.

Then again, if it was another man I know, I'd be calling child services.

Although, the fact that he doesn't want to buy one for her and has bought one for her brother does make one wonder.

If you do end up in a relationship with this guy it could be an issue and then again, maybe not. It might be the impetus to get her into her own room. Just make sure it doesn't come out as your idea so she can't "blame" you for taking her daddy away (usually a good parting shot from a hormonal teen when they're angry with their stepmother). It's easy to plant the seed though. Go on a shopping trip and casually end up in the furniture or bedding dept and gush over how you wished you'd had that furniture/bedding etc when you were a girl. Same with catalogues or flyers -- there's so much cool stuff out there for kids these days you could go on and on.

My kids occasionally crawl in with me but I give them a time limit. We cuddle until they're feeling better and off to bed they go. Most times I don't go with them to tuck them back in, I find they're more likely to stay put if mom doesn't follow and give them that opportunity to put on the puppy dog eyes and ask to come back


As for the lady above who's acquantance sleeps with her 16 yr old son --that is a very serious issue which needs addressing by a professional. Not just for the emotional damage that it is causing him but yes, believe it or not, there are women out there that sexually abuse their sons as well. Most boys are just too embarrassed to report it. Not to say that is occurring in this case but it is creepy. Heck, my son hasn't wanted me to see him naked since last year when he was 8, although he climbs in on the rare occasion now but not for long, I can't imagine him doing it nightly at 16.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Has anybody heard of My Yearbook
Posted: 9/22/2008 6:20:55 AM
I haven't heard of that one yet ... I'm sure I will soon, my niece sends me an invitation to every social site out there. I'll stick with Facebook (which I reluctantly joined because none of my friends checked their regular email anymore) and this one of course. We're very social on here!

P.S. My I when are you coming up this way again? We've been missing you!
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 32 (view)
 
Its Saturday night and your home alone--what do you do?
Posted: 9/19/2008 2:03:13 PM
I'll let you know tomorrow night if I figure it out .... just found out I'll be all alone.

Just can't decide whether to stay in or go out.
 Mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
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London Meet & Greet - Wed, Sept 24th - Roller Skating
Posted: 9/18/2008 10:23:17 PM
/\/\/\ you'd better be, you should have seen the angry mob the last time you didn't show

Okay, maybe not that bad but I could use a skating partner to race with!
 Mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
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London Meet & Greet - Wed, Sept 24th - Roller Skating
Posted: 9/18/2008 8:24:18 PM
Okay, going to try this again this week. Hopefully I won't have to drop another grand on my car next week OUCH!!!
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 44 (view)
 
London ~ September 17,2008 ~ 7p.m. ~ Wits End Pub & Grill ~Third Wednesday in September
Posted: 9/17/2008 7:30:25 PM
Sorry I didn't make it out, hope you guys are having a great time


Darn car repairs eating a hole in my entertainment budget
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 91 (view)
 
Robbed at the GAS PUMPS!!!
Posted: 9/16/2008 11:00:36 AM
Thought it would be fun to pull this back up to the top .... see how much we were complaining two years ago about gas prices in the $.80 - $1.00 range

At least it dropped 10 cents overnight to $1.29/L around here.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
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London ~ September 17,2008 ~ 7p.m. ~ Wits End Pub & Grill ~Third Wednesday in September
Posted: 9/12/2008 10:14:58 PM
Trying to figure out the logistics .. .my son has a cross country meet just up the road in Arva that ends just after 6pm. Drive back to Strathroy drop him to a sitter and drive back? hmm Guess I might be a little late guys but I'm pretty sure I'll be there. I know I've brought them the odd time but momma needs some alone time this week!

Who's heading roller boogeying after?
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 19 (view)
 
LONDON ~ Meet & Greet ~ Filip's Restaurant ~ Sept 10th ~ Followed by Entertainment
Posted: 9/7/2008 6:56:00 AM
Nan, Shy??? you crack me up ...

I sure wish I could be there this week to see the shy part. That would be too funny.
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
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Customer Demands....are they really called for?
Posted: 9/5/2008 2:44:45 AM
I think those of us who ever worked in the restaurant or service industry are probably a little more understanding and patient. I always say thank you after I'm done giving my order at the drive thru .... many times there's a pause then "you're welcome" ... I think they're just kind of taken aback by the fact that someone said thank you. I'm not perfect and know that there are times I've had a very bad day and been somewhat rude. Once so bad I actually went back and apologized.

Now that I'm a government worker I get the "I pay my taxes, so I pay your wages" .... I found out that I'm not allowed to say "I pay taxes too, so essentially, don't I pay my own wages??"

This drone is off to work now
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 79 (view)
 
London-Dinner then ROLLER SKATING - Sept. 3 2008
Posted: 9/4/2008 11:13:38 AM
I'll be working unfortunately, darn I hate when work interferes with my social life LOL

If my feet recover I might get back there on Friday night, not sure yet.
 Mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
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London-Dinner then ROLLER SKATING - Sept. 3 2008
Posted: 9/3/2008 9:54:02 PM
Ow ... my feet hurt, probably not as much as my muscles will tomorrow. Had a blast people, don't know if anyone heard the announcement but they have added a friday night adult only skate at 8pm, at least until the indoor soccer starts. At least it's one more night of the week you can get some exercise! OMG, I really need bigger skates !!
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 32 (view)
 
London-Dinner then ROLLER SKATING-A Big City Diner/N.L.O.C.C.-Wed.Sep.3/08-6:30pm-11:00pm
Posted: 8/31/2008 6:25:10 AM
I knew I could talk my old dance partner into it
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
Msg: 30 (view)
 
London-Dinner then ROLLER SKATING-A Big City Diner/N.L.O.C.C.-Wed.Sep.3/08-6:30pm-11:00pm
Posted: 8/30/2008 9:51:15 PM
Don't worry Fireside, some of us remember. I may end up renting skates though because my feet seem to have grown a tad after having my kids LOL
 mysteryinthemaking
Joined: 1/24/2007
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London-Dinner then ROLLER SKATING-A Big City Diner/N.L.O.C.C.-Wed.Sep.3/08-6:30pm-11:00pm
Posted: 8/29/2008 5:40:48 AM
monty, my friend, you've got to change your work schedule, tell them you need Wednesdays off every week , I'm sure they'd understand

 
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