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Thread: Obamacare, Should we really let the Clowns decide?
apprenticesoulmate
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Obamacare, Should we really let the Clowns decide?
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11/22/2009 11:53:39 AM
Bruce, it's NOT just about Obamacare. Following is an editorial from Pravda and yes, it is snopes verified.
American capitalism gone with a whimper
It must be said, that like the breaking of a great dam, the American descent into Marxism is happening with breath taking speed, against the back drop of a passive, hapless sheeple, excuse me dear reader, I meant people.
True, the situation has been well prepared on and off for the past century, especially the past twenty years. The initial testing grounds was conducted upon our Holy Russia and a bloody test it was. But we Russians would not just roll over and give up our freedoms and our souls, no matter how much money Wall Street poured into the fists of the Marxists.
Those lessons were taken and used to properly prepare the American populace for the surrender of their freedoms and souls, to the whims of their elites and betters.
First, the population was dumbed down through a politic ized and substandard education system based on pop culture, rather then the classics. Americans know more about their favorite TV dramas then the drama in DC that directly affects their lives. They care more for their "right" to choke down a McDonalds burger or a BurgerKing burger than for their constitutional rights. Then they turn around and lecture us about our rights and about our "democracy". Pride blind the foolish.
Then their faith in God was destroyed, until their churches, all tens of thousands of different "branches and denominations" were for the most part little more then Sunday circuses and their televangelists and top protestant mega preachers were more then happy to sell out their souls and flocks to be on the "winning" side of one pseudo Marxist politician or another. Their flocks may complain, but when explained that they would be on the "winning" side, their flocks were ever so quick to reject Christ in hopes for earthly power. Even our Holy Orthodox churches are scandalously liberalized in America.
The final collapse has come with the election of Barack Obama. His speed in the past three months has been truly impressive. His spending and money printing has been a record setting, not just in America's short history but in the world. If this keeps up for more then another year, and there is no sign that it will not, America at best will resemble the Wiemar Republic and at worst Zimbabwe.
These past two weeks have been the most breath taking of all. First came the announcement of a planned redesign of the American Byzantine tax system, by the very thieves who used it to bankroll their thefts, loses and swindles of hundreds of billions of dollars. These make our Russian oligarchs look little more then ordinary street thugs, in comparison. Yes, the Americans have beat our own thieves in the shear volumes. Should we congratulate them?
These men, of course, are not an elected panel but made up of appointees picked from the very financ ial oligarchs and their henchmen who are now gorging themselves on trillions of American dollars, in one bailout after another. They are also usurping the rights, duties and powers of the American congress (parliament). Again, congress has put up little more then a whimper to their masters.
Then came Barack Obama's command that GM's (General Motor) president step down from leadership of his company. That is correct, dear reader, in the land of "pure" free markets, the American president now has the power, the self given power, to fire CEOs and we can assume other employees of private companies, at will. Come hither, go dither, the centurion commands his minions.
So it should be no surprise, that the American president has followed this up with a "bold" move of declaring that he and another group of unelected, chosen stooges will now redesign the entire automotive industry and will even be the guarantee of automobile policies. I am sure that if given the chance, they would happily try and redesign it for the whole of the world, too. Prime Minister Putin, less then two months ago, warned Obama and UK's Blair, not to follow the path to Marxism, it only leads to disaster. Apparently, even though we suffered 70 years of this Western sponsored horror show, we know nothing, as foolish, drunken Russians, so let our "wise" Anglo-Saxon fools find out the folly of their own pride.
Again, the American public has taken this with barely a whimper...but a "freeman" whimper.
So, should it be any surprise to discover that the Democratically controlled Congress of America is working on passing a new regulation that would give the American Treasury department the power to set "fair" maximum salaries, evaluate performance and control how private companies give out pay raises and bonuses? Senator Barney Franks, a social pervert basking in his homosexuality (of course, amongst the modern, enlightened American societal norm, as well as that of the general West, homosexuality is not only not a looked down upon life choice, but is often praised as a virtue) and his Marxist enlightenment, has led this effort. He stresses that this only affects companies that receive government monies, but it is retroactive and taken to a logical extreme, this would include any company or industry that has ever received a tax break or incentive.
The Russian owners of American companies and industries should look thoughtfully at this and the option of closing their facilities down and fleeing the land of the Red as fast as possible. In other words, divest while there is still value left.
The proud American will go down into his slavery with out a fight, beating his chest and proclaiming to the world, how free he really is. The world will only snicker.
apprenticesoulmate
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'80 Party-BROWARD COUNTY
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11/21/2009 12:00:47 PM
Andrea, I routinely receive emails from this venue regarding various activities/events and the number on those emails is (954) 724-3233 which seems to be the same as what Debi posted.
apprenticesoulmate
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Do you really like the opposite sex?
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11/6/2009 4:58:32 AM
I spent far too much time married to a passive aggressive (first marriage) to ever "play games" again. Men and women should never ask me a question to which they do not expect an honest answer.
Q. "Does this dress make me look fat?"
A. "If you are asking me the question, YOU probably already think it does so make yourself feel good and don't wear it."
I'm still having trouble figuring ME out without trying to figure YOU out. I think the best line I ever read about this was in Hallie's profile. I'll probably misquote her, but it was similar to this, "The only time I'll play games with you, is if we are on the same team." So, yes I like the opposite sex, as long as they aren't playing games on another team.
I define the perfect romantic relationship as Friendship + Sexual Attraction. I had that once and wow is it great so I really don't spend any time trying to figure anyone out. I go where I want. Do whatever I want to do. If I meet a "hot" friend along the way, there will be another great relationship and if I don't, I've still had a fun journey.
And so it is!
apprenticesoulmate
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Happy Evening POF Party at The Palm Beach Steakhouse Nov 11th
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11/4/2009 12:21:56 PM
Is this Thursday the 12th or Wednesday the 11th?
apprenticesoulmate
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Do we really want to be in a relationship?
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11/4/2009 6:38:25 AM
I would change, rearrange, turn my world upside down for the right person. I have done it before and it was worth it. I would take the chance and do it again.
Would you begin "selling" that attitude in Palm Beach and Broward counties because it doesn't seem to be available in South Florida.
apprenticesoulmate
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Do we really want to be in a relationship?
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11/3/2009 5:28:11 AM
I blame it on the French. They gave us the Bic pen and began the march toward a “disposable” society.
I think many people are simply not honest with themselves about their priorities and this causes them to do and say less than honest things to others. No harm is intended. No lie is intentional. It is simply a case of a flawed underlying assumption that the desire for a relationship is a high priority. We feel good about ourselves and oh so “normal” saying yes we want a long-term relationship. It seems so honorable and stable as opposed to; “I’m just out here trying to have as much fun as possible with as many different people as possible in the shortest amount of time possible.” My goodness, what would we and our friends think of us if we ever said that? So we state the goal as LTR, but place it low in our priorities.
My solution, so far, has been to almost totally ignore the written and spoken words and watch the actions.
A recent scenario for me was I had a date to see a woman on a weekday evening. About noon on the day of the date she called to say she had to break the date because she had taken a last minute babysitting job for that evening. My response was, “I understand. I didn’t realize you were on call 24/7.” Her response was, “Oh, I’m not. I can always say no.” My interpretation is that for whatever reason (it really doesn’t matter what it is), babysitting has a higher priority than seeing me. Now she is likely either wondering why or is thankful that I haven’t called back and again, it really doesn’t matter which it is. I just no longer “buy” the fantasy that she both wants a relationship (with me anyway) and is willing/able to make that goal a high priority.
Next?
(Still watching actions and ignoring words.)
apprenticesoulmate
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'80 Party-BROWARD COUNTY
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11/2/2009 5:54:54 PM
It was a little difficult to find when I was there because there was no business sign, just the address numbers on the end of the building. I don't know if that has changed now. Inside there is an upstairs and downstairs, Debi. Do you know if we will have access to both? The staff was very friendly and very helpful. They seemed to have the attitude that I was at a party in their home and wanted to make sure I was enjoying myself. (Not too common in South Florida these days.)
apprenticesoulmate
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'80 Party-BROWARD COUNTY
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11/1/2009 6:01:15 PM
Saran"s Bar and Grill. It was formally Island Bar and Grill.
apprenticesoulmate
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Dumbest Pick Up Lines & How Did You Respond
Posted:
10/31/2009 1:56:16 PM
^^^^^^^speaking of brownies
(gosh, I've missed using that little guy)
apprenticesoulmate
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Dumbest Pick Up Lines & How Did You Respond
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10/28/2009 8:14:16 AM
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
apprenticesoulmate
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JAZZ FEST-BROWARD COUNTY
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10/27/2009 4:13:43 AM
Dale the Las Olas stage is at the opposite end of the park from where we meet. It's a pleasant walk, but the challenge for me will be to pass all those food vendors without trying each of them.
apprenticesoulmate
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THURS. NOV.12, DANCE IN LAKE WORTH -POLISH CLUB
Posted:
10/26/2009 1:35:30 PM
The calendar on the above website says they are closed on 11/12. What's up with that?
apprenticesoulmate
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JAZZ FEST-BROWARD COUNTY
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10/26/2009 10:15:23 AM
This month's entertainment:
Esplande Park Stage - Big Band Era Music performed by local musicians
Connie Hoffman Gazebo - Frank Hubbell’s Swing Quartet
Peck Courtyard at the Broward Center for Performing Arts - Harvey Nevins Trio
Las Olas Riverfront Stage -
George Orr and the Hot Rod Band
apprenticesoulmate
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Kissing cheating?
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10/23/2009 1:00:15 PM
Ross, were you and Rachel "on a break" when the kissing event happened?
apprenticesoulmate
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Decent guys: are they all either taken or gay?
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10/23/2009 9:10:18 AM
I find that in my dating age group (50's & 60's) it doesn't really matter how decent or indecent the guys are, the women just don't have time for a relationship. It's not a fault, just a fact. Between their job, their kids they want to visit, their grandkids they want to babysit, a few girlfriends they want to see, one or two solo hobbies and some volunteer work the time available for a relationship is 4 hours on a Saturday night twice a month. I admire them for the full and complete life they have built for themselves, but they are kidding themselves and everyone else to say they are looking for a relationship. They just don't have the time. JMHO
apprenticesoulmate
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Images above Inbox are from hundreds of miles away
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10/23/2009 8:22:25 AM
I'm from South Florida and the same thing happens to me, but geographically reversed. Maybe we should just trade profiles.
ApprenticeSoulMate
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Adding Music To Your Profile
Posted:
10/18/2009 5:44:38 PM
You will need to ask the site owner, Bigfish.
apprenticesoulmate
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Getting over the bad ex
Posted:
10/17/2009 9:03:14 AM
Attend POF events and join groups on meet up dot com.
apprenticesoulmate
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question about cheating
Posted:
10/16/2009 3:27:30 PM
Ross, just tell Rachel that you "were on a break". (Friends, season 3)
apprenticesoulmate
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A Twist on EXPECTING Sex by the 3 rd date. Would You Date Her/Him ?
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10/16/2009 11:20:02 AM
I agree with Steve Martin, "Don't have sex man. It leads to kissing and pretty soon you have to start talking to them."
apprenticesoulmate
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Adding Music To Your Profile
Posted:
10/15/2009 9:27:19 AM
That feature has been eliminated.
apprenticesoulmate
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hollywood ale house / monday night football
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10/15/2009 6:57:23 AM
Erick, I think the simple answer is - because they can. You've got a great idea here for a continuing meetup and I'd bet it will be a huge success. It's a little too far for me to go, but I wish someone would do the same in North Broward/South Palm Beach county.
apprenticesoulmate
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translate?
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10/14/2009 1:36:28 PM
a colleague has been dating a guy here and there for a year quite casual,
I think that is called a platonic friendship.
apprenticesoulmate
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Should People in a Comitted Relationship Share there things with each other
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10/14/2009 1:02:39 PM
I don't share. My mom tried to get me to, but every time I let a cousin play with my toys they broke them. So I don't share my good stuff. I don't share my computer, or iPod, or my jewelry or my clothes, or money & not my car. Sorry! I drive a Maserati & don't even think about asking, don't touch it, don't open the door without permission, don't turn on the CD & don't even ask about driving it. People who think sharing is such a good thing usually have broken down jack sheat.
How tall is the pedestal you've placed yourself on?
apprenticesoulmate
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Should People in a Comitted Relationship Share there things with each other
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10/14/2009 8:45:06 AM
OP, he needs to retake Sandbox 101 and learn to share the toys.
apprenticesoulmate
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What is the love chemistry?
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10/14/2009 6:58:18 AM
Chemistry is when we see in someone else what we like about ourselves.
apprenticesoulmate
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need some advice
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10/11/2009 1:45:34 PM
You may even want to try putting this in the correct forum: http://forums.plentyoffish.com/datingForum94.aspx . You might get more/better advice.
apprenticesoulmate
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10th, 2009 - DANCE AND ROCK THE HOUSE DOWN @ AMERICAN ROCK - DEERFIELD BEACH
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10/8/2009 8:20:05 AM
I suspect I'll be coming alone... is that OK?
It's always better to arrive alone and leave with someone than to arrive with someone and leave alone. I'd say that even YOU will find SOMEONE to talk to.
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9-11-01 Never forget. Where were you? What are your thoughts.
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9/12/2009 9:46:26 AM
One of my coffee dates from POF explained to me the events of 9/11 where planned and executed by the CIA and that Osama Bin Laden is a fictional character created by George Bush so he could give large contracts to his friends to find this guy that doesn't exist.
As if that thinking isn't scary enough, she is a psychotherapist that "helps" children referred to her by the juvenile court system.
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9-11-01 Never forget. Where were you? What are your thoughts.
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9/12/2009 8:50:23 AM
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Nancy, great thread.
apprenticesoulmate
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No current POF parties at The Pavilion Grille Boca Raton,Sept, 2009
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9/10/2009 3:30:39 PM
^^^^^^^I agree with what you are saying, guys, but that was posted on the Pavilion calendar BEFORE the POF ban and POF never posted the sign up thread. The Pavilion can say whatever they want, but without the sign up thread and mass POF email it is very unlikely there will be many people that know about the event.
apprenticesoulmate
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No current POF parties at The Pavilion Grille Boca Raton,Sept, 2009
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9/8/2009 7:53:29 PM
Hallie, the story I've heard from several different sources is there is a male bartender that was fired by the Pavilion for a reason that only he and the Pavilion know. He vowed to "get even" by having POF ban the Pavilion from future events. To accomplish this he filed complaints with POF under one or more profiles with supposed "inside information" regarding deals between hosts and the Pavilion and based on those complaints POF chose to ban the Pavilion.
You are right that this is very sad because it is a wonderful venue with a great atmosphere, a huge dance floor and great bands and DJ's. If the above story is true, it is so unfair for so many people have been deprived of so much fun in order to soothe the ego of one person. I really hope the event moderator will reconsider this decision.
apprenticesoulmate
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Broward County Jazz Fest
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9/6/2009 6:32:42 AM
I just checked the Jazz Fest weather hot line and IT IS ON AS SCHEDULED!!
apprenticesoulmate
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Have you found your love here?
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9/4/2009 3:00:06 PM
Thanks, Hallie. I have actually reached a point that I usually appreciate it when someone brings "contrast" into my life because it brings into better focus just how sane and wise the other people are.
apprenticesoulmate
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Have you found your love here?
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9/4/2009 2:19:16 PM
Profession Financial Securities
My G-d I hope it doesn't go beyond making coffee for the office.
apprenticesoulmate
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Have you found your love here?
Posted:
9/4/2009 2:06:23 PM
Any relationship that no longer continues is a "FAILED RELATIONHIP" regardless of reason, and to try and reason it any other way is truly ignorant.
Wow, I never realized that I am ignorant for having a wife that died. I never really looked at it quite like that.
With all that wisdom you have, I'm sure you will find EXACTLY the right guy for you.
apprenticesoulmate
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why are men so rude to women, judging them by looks
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9/4/2009 12:51:20 PM
The bigger question is this: Why do people always have to internalize an external statement?
Wow, I never looked at it that way. Ya mean that oatmeal raisin cookies may dislike ME as much as I dislike them.
Oh, crap! Clean up on aisle 4!!!
apprenticesoulmate
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Have you found your love here?
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9/4/2009 11:43:42 AM
I have found the quality of the relationships I find is more about where I am than where THEY are. When I am in a "good" place and happy with ME, I attract good relationships and when I am in a "not so good" place or not so happy with ME, I attract "not so good" relationships. It really is "build it and they will come". JMHO
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Michael Jackson Is Still Dead
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9/4/2009 10:50:19 AM
Well, Michael was finally buried last night. It only took 70 days. I guess it was a good thing he wasn't Orthodox.
Let the charges, trials and law suits begin.
apprenticesoulmate
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Visiting Miami Beach - Recommendations on What To Do
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9/3/2009 7:27:06 PM
Let's see, on 8/14 he said that tomorrow, 8/15, he was going to spend a week in Miami so I guess that would be 8/15-8/22 and he got his suggestions on 9/3.
apprenticesoulmate
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Have you found your love here?
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9/2/2009 8:26:58 PM
Enjoy the journey and the destination will find YOU.
apprenticesoulmate
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Have you found your love here?
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9/2/2009 10:38:30 AM
I fall in love on POF at least once a day, but then their mother usually catches me.
apprenticesoulmate
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What would you do if you found $20?
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8/31/2009 1:11:08 PM
I gave you the website to gnarlyhead.com so you can look up the WHINE yourself if you're that interested.
The fact is there are very few things in life that I am LESS interested in than wine AND whine. I'm sorry you are having a bad day, Hallie. Maybe if you reread the posts in a few days you will see the humor.
apprenticesoulmate
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What would you do if you found $20?
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8/31/2009 12:28:56 PM
Jim, I think it comes in a box with a straw taped to the side and instead of a vintage year it has a time stamp on the box along with a sell by date.
apprenticesoulmate
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What would you do if you found $20?
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8/31/2009 11:44:53 AM
Wow, they let them out early this month. The full moon isn't until Friday.
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Average size for MEN - Women’s TURN
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8/30/2009 12:50:51 PM
There was a recent NY Times article that said the latest hip fad for men is to have a small round pot belly instead of the once fashionable six-pack abs. We're not talking about a huge beer belly, but a paunch much smaller. The pot belly is referred to as a Ralph Kramden and many women find this "cute and sexy". Any thoughts you are willing share on this ladies?
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Is nudism a turn off for women?
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8/28/2009 3:08:54 PM
I don't think it is about finding someone who we can change, rather someone you accept "as is".
I am looking for someone with "acceptable faults". I want to see what I consider to be faults and say, "I can live with that". If I think she's "Ms. Perfect". all that means is I haven't yet noticed the faults.
apprenticesoulmate
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Where are all the intelligent women?
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8/28/2009 2:47:18 PM
OMG, I have stars in my shorts.
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Where are all the intelligent women?
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8/28/2009 5:07:52 AM
Where are all the intelligent women?
I have them and I DON'T share.
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Is nudism a turn off for women?
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8/28/2009 4:43:24 AM
Most people i have met off POF have trust issues, why add more to them???
I think the answer lies in insecurity. Some people feel they will not be accepted for who they really are so they have a need to create a fictional person that will be more acceptable to themselves and others. We see it as lying, but they don't. One woman explained to me that she used that 15 year old picture because she was, "just trying to put her best foot forward" and she thought that was the best picture ever taken of her. It seems that for some people the end still justifies the means.
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