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POFEnigma

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Gas Problems... Can You Help? Posted: 5/16/2008 4:27:04 AM
Our gas is $1.30 a litre....that is $4.92 cents a gallon..... Welcome to Canada... Our gas (or rather petrol ;)) starts at $1.30/litre, that's in Brisbane. And it only gets dearer the further south or west you go. And if you're fortunate enough to be anywhere near Alice Springs, you'll more than likely be paying around $2/litre. Welcome to Australia...

POFEnigma

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other dating sites advertising on this site?!?!? Posted: 5/16/2008 4:08:11 AM
Actually, this is one thing that doesn't really fit right with the site if you ask me: advertisements for other dating sites (whether paid or not; the former being the likely probably 100% of the time). You would think that it'd be counter-productive, in the business sense. And if you look at (one of) the sites mantra's regarding this aspect; 2. Unlike traditional Dating sites we don't put a pay wall between you and everyone you try and contact. 3. Social Dating is all about giving you tools you need to help YOU find someone. Traditional Paid Dating sites care about the exact opposite, raising prices and trying to keep you around longer. If paid dating sites gave you what you wanted they'd go bankrupt. 4. We delete and banish scammers, its easy to do. Traditional Paid Dating sites have little interest in deleting fake profiles because they could convince you to pay for the service. If the admins/owners truly believe this, then why the presence of adverts for other adult sites? Either they believe what they're preaching, or they don't. To allow such adult adverts on this site with the above, well clearly there's some hypocracy taking place. EDIT: yeah, I'm aware they're clearly there for purposes of bring $$$ into in POF. Not that I give a ratz mind you, since this isn't too bad a site, plus it's free, but yeah, gotta make you wonder/laugh at it.

POFEnigma

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When do you call her? Posted: 5/14/2008 2:05:32 AM
Sometimes I call people from my pants pocket Is that a mobile in your pants, or you just happy to phone me? . hheelloooo, anybody out tthheerrreee Just how does one have a conversation in their pants....and no, just because I'm a guy doesn't mean I talk to it

POFEnigma

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The World on a knife edge. Posted: 5/14/2008 1:43:12 AM
Interesting article. Funny how a country like America is (someone care to correct if I'm wrong here?) a free-market economy, yet, their dollar is allowed to be bought & sold in order for others to achieve their own short/medium term needs (ie the article), thereby effectively fudging the free market really (in a nut shell). Yes, it will one day come to a point where something will give, and when it does, it won't be pretty. And given the size, population & economies of the world now, it'll be a great deal more worse than what happened in the 1929/1930's stock market crash & depression. The funny thing is, then like now, that the powers that be (namely economists) actually believed the system(s)/laws/rules in place were the ones that were necessary or that's how the market/economy worked, when they couldn't be more wrong - hence the crash & depression. There will never be a perfect or even close to perfect system. Why: because the (individualistic) human touch never really gets taken into consideration. It's always about numbers, interest rates, inflation, employee wages, employer costs etc etc on a (usually broad) scale. And when you do things in just such a broader proportion, things start to become (very) skewed.

POFEnigma

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I'm registered but I don't have full access Posted: 5/9/2008 5:43:06 AM
I use firefox, has nothing to do with firefox I believe. Probably more to do with cookies, though I much prefer biscuits myself. Less mess. First thing I'd do, is close your browser completely (this includes any other browser window you may have open with other sites loaded), reload POF & sign back in. Another thing you should probably do is look at your cookie/security settings.

POFEnigma

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Delete My Account Posted: 5/9/2008 5:33:03 AM
I would have like to see individuals take their profiles more seriously here. Here here!! Actually, I guess mine could do with a tune-up . looks in opposite direction, whistling, ever so guiltily Really though, people take this way too seriously. That's the problem. But anyways........there's a delete profile button around here, somewhere.

POFEnigma

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Bored with it all Posted: 4/29/2008 2:16:38 AM
Nothing is boring, nothing is dull, Only your perceptions, perhaps they've gone null? What you need to inspire is well within yourself, Not on the outside, the outsides just a shelf. To be bored with it all, says a lot about you, Can't you enjoy something simple, without the need for two? And setting yourself on fire won't do the trick, Help it sounds like you need, though alas (surely) you're not that thick. Many things become still, and no longer move, But that's when you need to live life, you need to groove. Pick a heading, a sense of direction, Enjoy life for what it's worth, in all its complexion. For if you can't enjoy life coz you're so bored, Who will want you, how can they afford, To excite you, arouse you, lift your soul, When you're already heartless, already gone, already hole. Yes there's so much more to live, so much more to do, But don't be fooling yourself, that it can only be accomplished in two's. ;) POFEnigma Copyright ©2008.

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Are accountants really that bad? Posted: 4/28/2008 2:55:22 PM
I'd have to say.... Accountants are miserable, boring and unattractive I prefer the terms unsatisfied, unappreciated, and ugly . I studied accounting years ago, but I don't practice it (for reasons nothing to do with the type of work itself, honest ;) ). But yeah, definitely a stereotype. I'm certainly far from being miserable, boring, and....ok, so we'll skip that one . The stereotype/negative views probably stem from the fact that accountants are typically viewed as 'bean counters', no more no less, a bunch of number crunching. And lets face it, it doesn't take much to count beans now does it? Even a monkey could do it, hence the silly perceptions I would imagine. Gotta love stereotypes.

POFEnigma

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'Does it pay' Posted: 4/27/2008 3:42:16 AM
Does it cost much to pay, To behave or live this or that way. To hide behind the walls, And not discover the world at all. Living in fear is not good for the soul, Or least so I hear, so I'm told. No one is perfect, we all have our blemishes, It's the imperfections that others relish, others embellish. It's what makes us individualistic, And lets face it, that's quite realistic. From you, to me, to the next carnivore, Masquerading isn't any good, even from behind a wall. All manner of things costing so much, Yes lots of dough you'll need, yes a bunch. But don't let these things rule your life in the present, These things don't make who you are, your essence. ;) POFEnigma Copyright ©2008

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A math problem for one of you smart folks on here! Posted: 4/25/2008 10:17:46 PM
Actually, it is division ;). But I guess you could do it the other way, depending on which way you approach/look it. Firstly, I have no idea wth Gwaltney or Oscar Mayer is, so I've abbreviated it GM & OM respectively. So..... GM 6 slices @ 0.99 = $0.17 per slice. (0.99 / 6. Rounded up.) OM 16 slices @ 4.29 = $0.27 per slice So as is, the GM is actually cheaper. However, given that you get 2 OM packs free, that's OM + 2 OM 48 slices @ 4.29 = $0.09 per slice. So only with the extra OM 2 pack give away is it actually cheaper than the GM. That wasn't so hard now was it ;). EDIT: I guess being that I have no idea what this stuff is, one thing to note is that these equations are only as reliable as the information provided. ie If a slice is twice the size with GM, than it is with OM, well that would change the benefit per $ etc and subsequently the comparison would (have to) change.

POFEnigma

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Technology....Do you like it or loath it? Posted: 4/25/2008 10:06:48 PM
Do you like it or loath it? Both. When it works, it's great. When it doesn't, well, . In some respects, some of it has gotten out of hand. Technology is suppose to make things easier &/or more efficient, when this isn't always the case. But I'm happy with using technology, so long as it continues to work, or I use it properly

POFEnigma

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A guy over 30 who doesn't want sex Posted: 4/25/2008 4:43:44 AM
Is it an instant turnoff if a guy isn't interested in having sex? It's the same both ways ie both genders, and the age would be mostly irrelevant too, whether you're 17 or 70. I've since gotten to the point that sex doesn't matter anymore. I have no interest in it. It could be for a number of reasons, but it's mostly because it's not important except to have kids. If it weren't for procreation and the continuing of humanity, men & women wouldn't actually have a 'need' for either one. Once you realise that the opposite sex can not offer you anything that you don't (already) have, want, or need, well there's no need for a partner really, as you've probably realised. If you're the sort of person whose independent in all ways, doesn't rely on others etc, for anything, well looking at it logically; makes no sense to be with someone just for the sake of being with someone. There's got to be a desire for it, either sexually, emotionally, financially, or for procreation.

POFEnigma

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Changing minds, one whine at a time? Posted: 4/25/2008 4:17:37 AM
If so, if that is the point of these threads, does it ever work? I highly doubt they do ever work, because people can be quite close/narrow minded and don't like venturing out of their comfort zone &/or various other reasons I could propagate about. If not, then what the hell is the point of them? Most likely because said people who state/ask said things, do so for one of two possible reasons: 1. Form of escapism that their mind needs in order to deal with any immediate disillusionment that they're suffering from. Hence the need to do what they've done, gives them/their mind a way out. ie venting. 2. Similar to first, but with the exception of that they think what they're doing is actually being; heard by someone; listened to by someone; acted upon by someone. Hence they think they'll actually make a difference, to someone, somewhere, that may end up ultimately benefiting & making a difference to themselves somehow. All are quite normal, understandable, yet absurd really. But hey, that's human behaviour for you .

POFEnigma

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What inspired you to get into shape? Posted: 4/22/2008 3:16:05 AM
The Tellytubbies..........Seeing what being overweight/outofshape can do to you, I thought long and hard about getting into shape. Since I didn't want to turn purple . Plus, they just freak me out! .

POFEnigma

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hh Posted: 4/22/2008 2:52:09 AM
Old poems & quotes transverses into new, That's quite bold, what a thing to do. Having lots of fun here I see you have, Even a fan you managed, not half bad ;). POFEnigma Copyright ©2008

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B1TCH!!!!!!!! Posted: 4/22/2008 2:45:29 AM
Bltch this, bltch that, Can you whine some more, step back. How I count the ways you complain n bltch, You make me sick, you make me cringe. To this, do that, fetch me some more, What I am your servant, your slave, your whore? Do as I say, not as I do, If not watch out, more bltching will come through. Enough of this nonsense, enough of this crap, Have enough of your bltching, now I'm biting back. But as I look in the mirror I soon realise, That it was myself bltching all this time, in disguise. POFEnigma Copyright ©2008

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Heartless Posted: 4/22/2008 2:33:47 AM
Heartless is is a heartless does, Oh why oh why, just because. Causing tears, bitterness and a rage of anger, In how many ways can I scream this useless banter. Where's it get you, what's your joy, In sharing this nonsense, grow up your a man not a boy. Heartless cry heartless sorrow, Don't waste your time on yesterday, focus on tomorrow. POFEnigma Copyright ©2008

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Why Can't Christians agree to disagree??? Posted: 4/22/2008 2:20:39 AM
My questions was why is any interpretation that differs from ones own beliefs judged to be false. Why can't we agree to disagree. Because to many, especially to those that have their beliefs ingrained, to do so would mean to lose their identity; their reason for living, their reason for existing. And hence, people have a natural instinct to survive (read; to 'not not' exist) at all costs. Or conversely; for some, to not disagree with something, means to agree/accept it. Which is just plain silly really. I can disagree with something, but still accept it. Or accept something and still disagree with it. People, especially with religion/Christianity, people lose site of objectivity (read first paragraph^^). The Bible instructs us to search matters out prove what is true and hold to it. I actually find this quite humorous really. Because if it was taken in the literal sense, well you wouldn't believe much of what is in the Bible, because a lot of it requires faith, not proof(prove). And since each individuals perception on what faith is can differ, you will end up with differences of opinion on what's actually deemed to be true or false. And there's other stuff as well, like peoples personal tastes, and trying to live their own values through God/religion (example: God hates gays etc - and no, not wishing to stir the pot here, just giving an example ).

POFEnigma

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Another day for a geek Posted: 4/22/2008 2:07:42 AM
Oh Plenty of Fish, What a site what a dish. Plenty to choose from, plenty to pick, From ladies, to guys, to complete utter dlcks . Oh where oh where art though for Romeo, When will you cast yourself asunder & show. Where's my Cinderella, my sweet princess, Maybe I'm living in fantasy land, to that even I can confess. Oh Plenty of Fish, What a site what a dish. What have you conjured up, what do you wish. POFEnigma Copyright © 2008

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How long after a POF date doesnt work out is appropriate to see someone else on a date site? Posted: 4/22/2008 1:53:26 AM
I hear there is a Secret Police Society (SPS for short), that goes around making sure all the single, widowed, divorced, non-dating people wait for a month, by virtue of the Universal Law Code of Dating (Part2, section B, subsection iv), before venturing out again. And SPS do on the spot fines for those violating this Law. .................... Oh please!

POFEnigma

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never married, must be a virgin Posted: 4/22/2008 1:16:38 AM
POFEnigma so because i had sex before i was 18 i don't have morals. Phuck you buddy! Get out of the wrong side of the bed this morning? I never said anything anywhere about anyone who had sex before a particular age about not having any morals. Don't be misconstruing something that clearly wasn't said, you only make yourself look like an a$$ .

POFEnigma

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Are you a literacy snob? Posted: 4/21/2008 4:07:04 AM
If the message that's trying to be conveyed can be done so sufficiently that it is understandable, then spelling/grammar issues are usually a non-issue really. Bt lzines iz dffrnt matta al2gthr ....translation: But laziness is a different matter altogether. If people don't have the self-decency to at least 'not' be lazy enough to make what they're saying comprehendible, then I usually don't bother or just laugh at what they've done. So no sense in wasting someone's time if they're so busy that they can't put the smallest amount of effort into what they're doing. esrow hcum eb dluoc ti sseug I tub .

POFEnigma

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Driving Age Posted: 4/21/2008 3:45:25 AM
I learnt about driving cars when I was about 2-3......you know, those matchbox cars? Clash 'em together, bang bang Actually, think I was 6-7 when I first steered a car. It was in a parking lot and my mother sat me on her lap. I wouldn't say I gained anything by it though, least not at that age. Having been in a serious car accident when I was 16 (as a passenger), both I and the driver were lucky to walk out alive, let alone with no broken bones. The cause of the accident: stupidity, just plain stupidity; the driver not paying attention to the road, what they were doing, where their attention should have been. All in the blink of an eye, the car went from being on the highway, rolled and ending up in someones farm/paddock. I think most young adults just don't realise how serious driving ought to be taken, especially considering you're controlling a vehicle capable of killing yourself & others: in an instant. When you apply for your 'L's, you don't get taught how dangerous driving is (least not from what I recall); what happens if you speed '&' crash, drink or drive etc. Just that you must by law obey said speed limit, obey said drinking limit etc.....the choices>consequences aren't really highlighted enough or bluntly, least not when you're applying for a licence. It's something that perhaps ought to be introduced into schools: driving on our roads. They educate kids and young adults to live in the world, by means of reading & writing, but not driving.

POFEnigma

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WTF Intimate Encounter msg Posted: 4/21/2008 3:22:37 AM
From what I've seen (posted by admins), if it was a one-off thing you did, well you shouldn't be having this problem. Usually that block feature kicks in only if you've been prancing around doing said behaviour a number of times. Basically, it's a case of 'you've been sprung' or so they say.

POFEnigma

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never married, must be a virgin Posted: 4/21/2008 2:53:41 AM
Think we're all missing an important piece of the puzzle here..........is she single?? . My phone number is....... . Yeah I do agree with msg 3 also. I was a virgin up until about 24 years old. Had plenty of g/fs before then, just never clicked with any of them. Plus I have/had morals . To think anyone whose never been married 'must' be a virgin, is probably a little naive.

POFEnigma

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Threaded forums would be great Posted: 4/21/2008 2:46:58 AM
I'd agree that threaded forums have their valid points, but they're not always logical. How would it deal with a poster quoting & responding to other several different post(er)s at once? It couldn't really, least not practically.

POFEnigma

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Perceptions; Looking tired verus looking like being on drugs? Posted: 4/21/2008 2:36:04 AM
Bad enough friends etc think you're off your head, the worst/hardest part is having your parents not believe you when you say you don't. Which mine constantly questioned even up until a few years ago . Don't blame them though really, when you've been surrounded by others (other family members) who have/do. Makes ya not wanna disappoint when people constantly think you are......no I'm not tired, I really am off my head stumbles and falls People really need to open their eyes sometimes and realise there's people from all walks of life. But I'm guessing that ain't going to happen anytime soon. Ah you get use to it after awhile .

POFEnigma

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Road trips: completed ones, intended ones..., do you have a favorite? Posted: 4/18/2008 6:56:25 PM
Well I've traveled around the whole country, except Tassie (c'mon really, does that even count?)......if you think the roads are bad in your neighborhood, you should take a look at route1 in some parts in outback QLD, it's no more than just a dirt track . Think personally, the best spots I've visited were the rain forests in north QLD; out in middle of nowhere (literally), like Ayers Rock, in the middle of the night and the Great Australian Bite / Nullarbor Plains (the coastal area along there is amazing); In my travels though, there was one thing that startled the crap out of me whilst driving. I was traveling south towards Perth from Exmouth somewhere along the lines, it was night time, I was going about 80klms/hr as visibility wasn't all to great. I was going up a small crest, where upon the other side of the crest I was confronted by a hippo (no, not literally) taking up half the road; but it may as well of been, I'd never seen a bull so big before. It was the size of a combie van. I've nearly come close to hitting kangaroos plenty times, even coming within a whiskers touch, but out the middle of nowhere, had I hit this bull I wouldn't been screwed , and don't think a bullbar would've helped . I could have been driving a tank and still come off worse.

POFEnigma

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Perceptions; Looking tired verus looking like being on drugs? Posted: 4/18/2008 5:59:26 PM
Thanks for the reply guys. people will always think what they want to think Yep, know this all to well. Couple of years ago I went out with some friends. The bouncer at one place didn't want to let me in because I, in his eyes, looked 'too' drunk to be allowed in. Funny thing was, I was completely sober, I just hadn't had much sleep. Thankfully for the people I was with though, well they not-so-politely pointed it out to the bouncer that I was actually the designated driver. I naturally have alot of energy during odd-ball hours Yeah I find I can be the same sometimes, especially if I have been awake to long. I find my tiredness can sometimes actually make me hypo & a little nuts . And people tend to think the worse . I'm starting to think I should put makeup on, to cover the insomnia look. Yep, then people will be wondering if I'm a cross-dresser/gay/similar .

POFEnigma

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Why we shouldnt eat meat. Posted: 4/18/2008 11:33:45 AM
Meat is good, meat is great, Meat is best when packaged on a slate. Meat is great, meat is good, Meat ought to be eaten, the way it should. What's to be known, what's to understand? They are animals and we are man! So in the tum tum and out the other end, But don't let this discussion drive you round the bend Starting a crusade without being properly prepared, not very clever. Talk about your entertainment though!

POFEnigma

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Woman shocked that man stopped talking to her after he sees her pic Posted: 4/18/2008 10:12:42 AM
am i right or wrong? I would say neither is right nor wrong. You thinking it's right or wrong, isn't going to change it for everyone else. Anyways, that aside though....... if a girl is withholding her pic for 6 weeks, then she knows herself that she is unattractive and is banking on her "personality" to win over the guy I do disagree with this line of thought though actually. I would imagine that some people may do this (i.e no pic) purposefully for this exact reasoning; or rather, the opposite of it - if that makes sense i.e. they're attractive, no pic, choose to do so because of society (i.e. yours for example) beliefs, knowing full well that some people have such absurd beliefs and use it as a means of weeding out undesirables. I have met a few women before, whom did not give away their picture or photo of themselves at the first moments notice or chance. But most of these women were actually quite attractive, very attractive indeed. One I ended up having a close relationship with for many years. But yes, I'm sure there are some out there that do so for the reason you've mentioned.

POFEnigma

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Perceptions; Looking tired verus looking like being on drugs? Posted: 4/18/2008 9:45:54 AM
Wasn't sure where to put this...... Just wondering if anyone has ever had anyone comment/imply to them or similar about doing drugs (dope,speed,lsd/etc/whatever), even though you've/they've never done them, simply because you (know you) may look tired or sleep deprived? i.e you're tired, look tired, but someone else thinks you're off your head. Personally I have never taken drugs in my life (ok, prescription medication aside). I use to do night shift work years ago, and having done this kind of work for several years, well even now I sometimes still have trouble getting a decent nights sleep, but even when I do I can still wake up looking >>insert sarcasm<< fantastic . I have actually had people say/comment etc thinking that I do drugs. I really don't care if others think I do, since I know I don't, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this or similar. And if so what kind of mis/treatment was dealt your way. And on the flip side: have you ever mistakenly thought someone to be on drugs, only to later find out that they don't (i.e. sleep deprived/other etc). And/or visa versa. Cheers

POFEnigma

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Rental Properties Posted: 4/18/2008 8:32:19 AM
so many ppl abuse rental properties Too right there. Just how many landlords are there out there, that don't maintain the proper upkeep on a rental property, it's just disgusting. And yet, they still feel the need/justification in charging absurd rental prices for appalling accommodation. Right on, abuse indeed!!

POFEnigma

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A couple of funnies..... Posted: 4/18/2008 8:29:04 AM
"Holy Sh*t!!!" she screams........ "and you want ME to see a doctor about sucking my thumb!!!" god that's horrible ....gee I'm glad I don't have kids. I'd be making sure the doors are locked, before any sucking took place

POFEnigma

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Please give my profile a good licking Posted: 4/18/2008 8:26:37 AM
Well, I haven't so much as touched your profile, but for starters the main photo with your hand in front of your face, is bound to get some comments......think about it; what's the point of having a photo of yourself, if your hand is in front of your face?

POFEnigma

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Try this, great for a laugh Posted: 4/18/2008 8:25:13 AM
lol......funny, considering I inputted dlck head

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Shop assistants wage in 1981 Posted: 4/17/2008 2:13:52 AM
If you haven't already, you might try Australian bureau of Statistics. They should have the data, or the centre that keeps records of the Censuses (which may actually be the ABS). What you're asking is a bit specific, but it ought to be possible to find. As for wages in 1981 though, wouldn't have a clue. Might try searching Google or similar if above fails. Though really, they should have what you're after.

POFEnigma

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What's your drive for life ? Posted: 4/16/2008 5:05:37 PM
Seems there's only one thread (that I could find) on this subject, but it was in off-topic & nearly 3 years old (plus the subject wasn't taken very seriously). Would've thought it a more spiritual topic, but philosophy next best thing (and still valid, I figure?). If there's a need to put it elsewhere, so be it. Anyways..... What's your drive for life ? I imagine for many it would be their kids, their work/jobs, possibly their spouse, their religion, a hobby perhaps, or have their hopes in winning lotto/money, next pay cheque/check, a goal of some sort. Anyone get their drive for life elsewhere? Anyone who doesn't have a drive for life, a passion/reason for living etc? And if so, on either count, why? Personally: no kids, no spouse, so no drive for life there, plus I'm quite happy on my own. I have work and some hobbies though, that keep my drive/interest, mainly the hobbies. But I can see why people may get bored/tired with life. So just wondering to gauge others perspectives on this line of thinking. Cheers

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cheap hotel riddle Posted: 4/16/2008 4:34:47 PM
haha........talk about your red-herring. Your maths is backwards ;). , though really if one opens their eyes to the wording, quite simple really. There, that shouldn't give it entirely away

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Looking at You: When is it Inappropriate? Posted: 4/15/2008 2:29:40 AM
As long as you don't have a hand down your pants when you're looking at them, they probably won't mind. In saying this: just picture everyone in their underwear, and you'll be fine!

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Intellectual Differences Posted: 4/13/2008 5:02:48 AM
if you give people anonymity With the right tools, you can track anyone, anywhere, on the internet. Nothing is 100% completely anonymous on the net, despite what some may think/say. But yes, people still behave like complete twits. Have been known to be smartar$e myself once or twice ...but she does get harrassed when she gets on the net I'd be wondering what environment on the internet is your child interacting in and/or what are you subjecting your child to, especially at that age, for this to be happening? Especially given many sites have an age requirement in order to (register &) use their site. I guess is that there is a lot of talk these days about online bullying amongst the kids...and kids who aren't disabled are copping it too. They were talking about it on 60 minutes tonight actually. Yeah, this was/is quite stupid really, not to mention idiotic. I think that these people would have already been disadvantaged somehow, I mean really, 12months???: it's not that hard to ignore people, especially on the internet. Again, I'd be wondering what environment on the internet these teenagers are interacting in, being subjected to etc.....and where's the parents? Surely they have enough sense to not participate or allow their children to participate in such crap. Some people just don't have any sense of what to (not) do. These aside though....... I do know all to well what it's like to be singled out, though not for in the manner suggested by the OP. I've had it happen when I was a kid, and I've had it happen on the internet too. When I was a kid, after awhile I started to grow a thick skin: "you're not the first and you won't be the last" mentality, such that anything negative/sour aimed my way had no/little affect. And on the internet: I just walked away (so to speak): it, is, not,that, hard,,,,,quite,simple,really. I have been on the other end of the stick though: interacted with people, with whom I believed, are/were not all there mentally in one way or another. I wouldn't say they're intellectually disabled or alternatively intellectually enabled either. That's the problem with (you) people: always the need to label or categorize people who are different, or being politically correct. People are people, still, regardless of any impairment or otherwise they may or may not have, or any stupid, idiotic name, label or category you feel the need to stick them in. Do you think these people want to be treated differently, according to their impairment? Some may, but many don't. But yes, some people live in fantasy land: where everything is perfect, from their (potential) spouse, to the zero pollution, zero poverty, zero hunger etc, that exists in our society. Until/unless people stand up for themselves, for others, their rights, their beliefs, raise awareness , whatever etc, there will always be others/people who'll try and take advantage, suppress, dictate etc the will of others if they're able to. There are many angles one could take on this, but I'm tired

POFEnigma

Joined: 9/29/2007

Msg: 11 (view)

What makes a man stop writing? Posted: 4/13/2008 3:47:06 AM
How is that conveyed to you online? I mean, how does the woman come across that she is "allowing (you) the privilege of pursuing them?" ----------------------------------------------------------------- That is what is conveyed if all her interaction with me is only something in response to something I myself have initiated... be it an email, a phone call, a card - or pick anything you like as an example. It's when she scarcely if ever reciprocates, and virtually never is proactive in making an effort of her own... she merely reacts or responds, never initiates. Astronomically huge turn-off. Hope that helps. Exactlemondo. I've talked to a few women on here, and whilst they don't all do it, some do come across in such this manner. And while I wouldn't say it's a turn-off, it certainly causes any interest to disappear very quickly.

POFEnigma

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Msg: 19 (view)

The Olympic farce - The torch is fake Posted: 4/10/2008 2:48:56 AM
I'm not really fussed either way really, don't care much for Olympics. And so I probably won't be watching them (don't watch much tv anyway). That aside though......... Something to think about: whens the last time you bought something from China? Bought something made from China, manufactured in China, produced in China etc.....there's a great deal of things sold in this and other countries around the world that are made in China. Do people actually boycott this stuff? Obviously not, least not on a large scale, since if they did it may actually have an impact enough for Chinese Government to do something. Boycotting the Olympics may send a message, but I won't be holding my breath on the expectation that it'll change anything over night or anytime soon.

POFEnigma

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Msg: 6 (view)

Now I'm just single still Posted: 4/10/2008 2:28:28 AM
hey, you kinda look like Will Wright, except a bit younger .....must be the glasses.

POFEnigma

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Msg: 14 (view)

why such a long post Posted: 4/10/2008 2:26:32 AM
huh, what was the question again? I got turned off & lost concentration due to your long post I guess some people think or feel that by putting whatever it is they put in their profiles, be it short or long, that they're maximizing their chances at grabbing the attention & interest in the opposite sex. Obviously that's not working for ya huh. oh, and for anyone purving on mine....um

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Msg: 24 (view)

Why are you here for ?? Posted: 4/8/2008 4:03:27 AM
Part of this involves the notion of singularity or involvement with another That's an interesting way to put it. Certainly know the feeling. For myself, personally: I am here to enjoy life, period: Whatever that may encompass. Life is meant to be enjoyed. If that encompassing crosses the path(s) of others, then I'll take each at its experience and go from there. As for this site: Initially I joined up with some expectation of perhaps meeting someone. And while I still have long term on my profile, nowdays at the moment I reside in just participating in the forums. Though if I see someone/profile worthy/worthwhile of my attention, then usually I'll do something ;). But as mentioned above, I'm here to enjoy the experience of it all. At the end of the day though, if I learn something from it then it's been worthwhile, single or otherwise.

POFEnigma

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Msg: 48 (view)

So who would you take ? Posted: 4/8/2008 3:47:41 AM
A get out of coffin free card.......they have those don't they? If that's not available, my g/f / spouse. Nothing like good company..... If they're not available; TV so I can see the world unravel around me. If that's not available: then a periscope, so I can tell who and if anyone visits, and make sure they're not standing on my crutch .

POFEnigma

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Msg: 10 (view)

boggest loser tragic Posted: 4/8/2008 12:26:46 AM
boggest loser tragic boggest? Never heard of the show, but yeah it does sound tragic Gawd I'm glad I hardly ever watch TV. Filled with so much crap, like this. So yes, shall send you up, up up and awayyyyy ;). votes for chrissy to be sent off

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Msg: 29 (view)

I cannot believe it is not butter Posted: 4/7/2008 2:55:58 PM
msg18 $50 on Racy ;). I'm feelin lucky sigh 1. Read my whole initial post again. I never actually said it was an acceptable comparison. You've actually drawn that conclusion based on what I've said. Understandable though. 2. Yes the boards are for asking questions. But why the need to have validated something you state to already know? Why would a psychologist need such validation, if they properly understand psychology. 3. You didn't say I failed: it fails Not the same thing. 4. Don't see how this is an argument? Aren't the boards for discussion? You have your 2 cents worth, I have mine. Doesn't mean it's an argument ;). Alot of intellectual words and bullsh!t still makes it bullsh!t Yes, and society is full of it. But if you call, state, claim, declare an apple an orange, then it's no longer an apple. The problem with most people, and psychologists are no different, is that often their thinking is stuck inside a box. Instead of actually trying to understand what I've written, bull$hit or not, you've basically disregarded it because apparently it fails to be on the same comprehension level/degree as yourself. And I thought psychologists weren't suppose to do that ;) . Think about this: what if all those that had replied to this thread, stated that they did understand the reasoning behind the question stated in your original post (example: read msg3). Would that make your logic/thoughts on the matter (your initial post) any less valid? No. As for the butter: thanks. How long did it take to see/realise something that was right in front of you....Would that be a fair comparison? :P

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Msg: 17 (view)

I cannot believe it is not butter Posted: 4/7/2008 4:53:23 AM
And how does that make you feel? I do psychology So you mean I wasted my time?..... 'Do' psychology? Just because you 'do' something, doesn't make one qualified or an expert. Acceptable: by whose standards, yours? Just because you fail to understand something, for whatever reason, does not mean it failed in conveying its message. People fail things all the time: reading, writing, getting an education: people who fail at these things, is it their fault, or those that taught them? Clearly if you do psychology, then you wouldn't have had the need to ask such a question in the first place.

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