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by The Rob
Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:12 am
Forum: Computers Internet
Topic: Who's got Vista?
Replies: 25
Views: 2857

Who's got Vista?

<r>RedGlitter;840508 wrote: I just had to buy a new computer tonight. It has Vista. I've heard loads of negs about this OS but I'm trying to stay openminded. It's got bells and whistles I wasn't expecting. Does anyone have any advice, suggestions, or pointers on how this XP girl can make friends wit...
by The Rob
Sun Apr 06, 2008 5:43 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: happy birthday terri (redglitter)
Replies: 44
Views: 2472

happy birthday terri (redglitter)

Happy Birthday! :-6:yh_hugs
by The Rob
Sun Apr 06, 2008 5:38 am
Forum: Photos
Topic: Post Your Photos Here!
Replies: 785
Views: 152657

Post Your Photos Here!

Very nice. The camera loves you. :D
by The Rob
Wed Apr 02, 2008 6:20 pm
Forum: General Religious Discussions
Topic: Pick Your Religion
Replies: 40
Views: 4365

Pick Your Religion

Accountable;823643 wrote: Only thing I know about Quakers is that they make a really good oatmeal. :D


I like it too, but there may be not a single Friend on the board of directors.

A real "Quaker" company: Sony! :-2
by The Rob
Wed Apr 02, 2008 6:14 pm
Forum: The Library
Topic: What are you reading now?
Replies: 230
Views: 24118

What are you reading now?

elixer;824664 wrote: ...and finally picked up a copy of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time by Mark Haddon.


Very engaging story with a unique first-person perspective.
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 7:00 pm
Forum: Members' News
Topic: I'd appreciate a hug or two or even five
Replies: 282
Views: 12967

I'd appreciate a hug or two or even five

*grumble* freakin' naughty chair oh blahblah *shuffleshuffle grumble*...:mad:
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 5:31 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Hello FG
Replies: 22
Views: 1211

Hello FG

What kinda name is "Feezee"? Oh, you're not gonna fit in here at all. Best move on to some other geeky forum.
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 5:27 pm
Forum: Members' News
Topic: I'd appreciate a hug or two or even five
Replies: 282
Views: 12967

I'd appreciate a hug or two or even five

Late again. Gah! :mad:

Wendy, I hope all works out for the best. Tremendous hugs from me!
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 4:47 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Tchaaaaahhhh You Know What?
Replies: 28
Views: 1315

Tchaaaaahhhh You Know What?

Make room on there for me too, then. *sigh!* :rolleyes:

So long, Furry Sam. Nice, uhh, not knowing you. I guess?
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 12:27 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: he ain't heavy ... he's my brother!
Replies: 8
Views: 995

he ain't heavy ... he's my brother!

:wah:
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 11:04 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: he ain't heavy ... he's my brother!
Replies: 8
Views: 995

he ain't heavy ... he's my brother!

Nomad;805444 wrote: Thanks for the heads up.

Do train depots have x ray machines ?


Okay, maybe you shouldn't watch Dexter after all.
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 9:53 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Dexter
Replies: 11
Views: 1855

Dexter

<r>CARLA;805425 wrote: You wan to see him at his finest rent all the seasons of one of the best shows ever on HBO "Six Feet Under". You won't be sorry.<E>:cool:</E><br/> <br/> <br/> I was a big fan of Six Feet Under until David was kidnapped in the van and I felt the show had jumped the shark. Fell ...
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 9:37 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Dexter
Replies: 11
Views: 1855

Dexter

<t>koan;805383 wrote: I'm glad to hear you're coming to your senses. I was only able to watch about 7 minutes of the first episode... including the opening credits. The photography and poor writing drove me to turn it off...<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> There's some really ham-fisted writing, and so...
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 9:17 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Dexter
Replies: 11
Views: 1855

Dexter

<t>Nomad;805344 wrote: I started out loving it but its getting almost Mary Hartman-ish.<br/> <br/> <br/> I would pay large to see Louise Lasser play Mary as a serial killer. Dammit, we should write for television!<br/> <br/> Nomad;805344 wrote: Dont you think its too "all over the place"?<br/> <br/>...
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 9:12 am
Forum: The Coffee Shop
Topic: Starbucks
Replies: 144
Views: 21615

Starbucks

<r>I used to love a mocha about three times a week if not more. Then budgetary concerns and a tanked metabolism due to having quit smoking convinced me to cut back to a once-in-a-while treat. We compensate with a swoon-worthy espresso roast at home. <E>:D</E><br/> <br/> I've always had nothing but g...
by The Rob
Sun Mar 16, 2008 8:41 am
Forum: Photos
Topic: Post Your Photos Here!
Replies: 785
Views: 152657

Post Your Photos Here!

Since I seem to be incapable of acting my age:

New glasses, blue hair. :D

My wife is so tolerant.
by The Rob
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:43 pm
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Dexter
Replies: 11
Views: 1855

Dexter

<t>CBS is re-running Dexter, starting with the first season. Showtime has not canceled the series. I'm damned glad too, as we don't take Showtime and CBS has allowed the missus and me to see what we've been missing. <br/> <br/> A serial killer who hunts serial killers. Brilliant. I'm considering loo...
by The Rob
Sun Mar 09, 2008 3:55 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Virus Warning
Replies: 49
Views: 3299

Virus Warning

Yes, yes, and thanks from yet another stupid person. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to finish packing up my computer to send back as instructed.
by The Rob
Sat Mar 08, 2008 3:45 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Nudity
Replies: 40
Views: 3591

Nudity

gmc;797150 wrote: :sneaky:




That's great! :wah:
by The Rob
Sat Mar 08, 2008 11:49 am
Forum: Friends, Relationships, Advice
Topic: Match.com
Replies: 12
Views: 2323

Match.com

Our friend keeps trying it. Apparently the frog-to-prince ratio is maintained.
by The Rob
Sat Mar 08, 2008 11:44 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Nudity
Replies: 40
Views: 3591

Nudity

<t>I'm very modest myself.<br/> <br/> The US is freakin' schizophrenic about sexuality and nudity. We're appalled by overt behaviors in public but we have billboards and magazine ads that all but promise heightened sexual prowess and response by buying anything from cars to beer. Full frontal nudity...
by The Rob
Sat Mar 08, 2008 11:36 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Nudity
Replies: 40
Views: 3591

Nudity

laneybug;796589 wrote: but I really don't care who sees me naked.


Prove it. :yh_eyebro
by The Rob
Sat Mar 08, 2008 10:05 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: I keep getting lost
Replies: 23
Views: 1614

I keep getting lost

I suffer directional dyslexia as well. I actually have to think before turning left or right. This is not nearly as funny as it seems. This is why I absolutely hate being the driver when I go anywhere with a carload of people, particularly when the trip is through unfamiliar territory.
by The Rob
Sun Mar 02, 2008 7:21 am
Forum: Friends, Relationships, Advice
Topic: College guys are... well lets just say... they need help!!!
Replies: 77
Views: 4273

College guys are... well lets just say... they need help!!!

Guys are dumb. Guys do need help. I'm a guy, so I know.

We need clear channels. If the signal-to-noise ratio isn't tuned in our favor, we'll choose the door with the tiger behind it every freakin' time.
by The Rob
Sun Mar 02, 2008 7:07 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Sandwich Fillers
Replies: 19
Views: 1920

Sandwich Fillers

<t>Stardust;789416 wrote: Well, does anyone out there have a strange sandwich filler? My husband likes to have cheese with salad cream - yuk! For those of you Americans, salad cream is like mayo but it has a sweeter taste than mayo.<br/> <br/> <br/> We have Miracle Whip, which is a kind of salad cre...
by The Rob
Sat Mar 01, 2008 11:11 am
Forum: Pub Nutters Inn
Topic: What makes someone drink?
Replies: 128
Views: 59936

What makes someone drink?

Chezzie;788961 wrote:


Love it. :wah:
by The Rob
Sat Mar 01, 2008 10:21 am
Forum: General Religious Discussions
Topic: So about tattoos?
Replies: 14
Views: 2324

So about tattoos?

Tattoos can be cool if it's done with original art. Enough with the skulls and the naked babes and the swords already!
by The Rob
Sat Mar 01, 2008 10:16 am
Forum: Fitness Nutrition
Topic: Staying Healthy?
Replies: 25
Views: 3943

Staying Healthy?

I exercise (grudgingly) because the alternative is ugly, and my exercise history up until five years ago was ugly indeed.
by The Rob
Sat Feb 23, 2008 1:19 pm
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

Forgive me, but this is a howl. Still have tears in my eyes.

by The Rob
Mon Feb 11, 2008 11:45 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Man lived with corpse for years
Replies: 14
Views: 1238

Man lived with corpse for years

Uncle Kram;774780 wrote: I see Langley's on the air phone again :D


Heh. So it wasn't just me. :wah:
by The Rob
Sun Feb 10, 2008 2:42 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Man lived with corpse for years
Replies: 14
Views: 1238

Man lived with corpse for years

This thread reminded me of this.
by The Rob
Sun Feb 10, 2008 2:33 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Man lived with corpse for years
Replies: 14
Views: 1238

Man lived with corpse for years

Nomad;774323 wrote: Sure it smells but that pales in comparison to the warm fuzzy feeling you get when you come home after a long day at work.

Priceless !


Emphasis on "fuzzy".
by The Rob
Mon Jan 28, 2008 12:26 pm
Forum: Members' News
Topic: Weeders Dates...or possible dates
Replies: 18
Views: 2333

Weeders Dates...or possible dates

You remind me why I don't miss the dating scene at all.



Weeder, your descriptive comments are gold. :wah:
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 9:28 am
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Addictive imagery on the Internet
Replies: 9
Views: 1125

Addictive imagery on the Internet

Seriously, I prefer erotica created by women.
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 9:13 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: What do you think of this thread?
Replies: 61
Views: 2828

What do you think of this thread?

Dammit, I thought I was in for a good yarn.
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 9:11 am
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Addictive imagery on the Internet
Replies: 9
Views: 1125

Addictive imagery on the Internet

Mia;765475 wrote:

I dont look at porn, so I don't know how bad things are on the net, what happened to the days when guys just bought top shelf magazines for their fix.


After repeated reading, the ink smears.

Or was that a rhetorical question?
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 8:31 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 7:38 am
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Addictive imagery on the Internet
Replies: 9
Views: 1125

Addictive imagery on the Internet

Jenna Jamison is hawt.











And Christy Canyon 'cause sometimez I kickz it old skool.
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 7:25 am
Forum: Health Wellness
Topic: Numbness
Replies: 17
Views: 1721

Numbness

I haven't an idea what it may be, but if it persists I would visit my physician at the earliest opportunity. (If it was your left arm I'd say opportunity be damned, go now!)
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 7:12 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

The X-1 may do a fly-by, but I get the impression that this movie begins with the construction of the NCC-1701.
by The Rob
Sun Jan 27, 2008 7:00 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

<t>I love Star Trek: TOS, perhaps the most rough-and-tumble of the bunch. I got the sense that Enterprise tried to emulate that.<br/> <br/> I also learned to love Star Trek: The Next Generation, the two-part episodes of which ("Time's Arrow", "The Best of Both Worlds", "Unification", "Chain of Comma...
by The Rob
Sat Jan 26, 2008 11:20 am
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Lost
Replies: 11
Views: 2242

Lost

I'm one, as is my wife. To be honest, we wouldn't miss it now even if it turned into Fantasy Island. Too heavily invested in the dang story now.
by The Rob
Fri Jan 25, 2008 11:03 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: What your region is noted for?
Replies: 81
Views: 4226

What your region is noted for?

Bicycles and the people who love them

Microbrews
by The Rob
Fri Jan 25, 2008 12:17 pm
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

<t>Could be meat, could be cake. I don't see Abrams going the campy retro route and I hope mightily there's no element of that. Being faithful to the original while maintaining respect for the built-in audience and going for a satisfyingly future-modern look is going to be quite a trick, but judging...
by The Rob
Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:16 pm
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

by The Rob
Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:13 pm
Forum: General TV Shows
Topic: Star Trek
Replies: 122
Views: 10456

Star Trek

Saw a short teaser about the new Trek at a showing of Cloverfield this last weekend. I'll be interested to see what J. J. Abrams does with it.



Can't wait to see Simon Pegg as Scotty! :D
by The Rob
Sat Jan 12, 2008 1:34 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Horror Movies
Replies: 13
Views: 908

Horror Movies

I read the novel Perfume. Very good. Haven't seen the film.
by The Rob
Sat Jan 12, 2008 10:52 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Smokers: The New Jews?!
Replies: 5
Views: 1560

Smokers: The New Jews?!

Just when I had become convinced we Americans held a monopoly on crass and clueless marketing strategies...:rolleyes:
by The Rob
Sat Jan 12, 2008 10:45 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Weird Dreams
Replies: 21
Views: 1593

Weird Dreams

<t>In one dream I was working in an office and everyone was very happy and excited about pills they were all taking. They all enthusiastically recommended the pills to me, but when I entered the restroom (lavatory) I found myself ankle deep in flesh and intestines. I realized that this was the resul...
by The Rob
Sat Jan 12, 2008 10:18 am
Forum: General Religious Discussions
Topic: Pick Your Religion
Replies: 40
Views: 4365

Pick Your Religion

I'm a UU. No surprise. I'm interested in the Liberal Quaker ways but that came in fourth. Nuts. :thinking:

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