posted on May 21, 2001 10:54:39 AM new
The AW Round Table
A place to kick back, relax, and have fun! Share a story, tell a joke, write a poem, make a friend...
What happened?? All I see are such serious threads: politics especially.. Yeah, yeah...I know; If you don't want to participate then move on. I hear ya.
posted on May 21, 2001 11:07:30 AM new
Ohh, Nanastuff, there are games being played here just ask any of the old timers to try baiting you for a while. No pack just a couple of bored,albeit loveable, renegades...but they are kicking back and having fun, fun, fun, just like some folks on other venues.
Be alert the world needs more "lerts".
By the way did you know eBay is in Deleware?!? Boeing moved out to make more room for other companies! (Corporate registration only...see that's a joke) [least some thought it was]
Spelling, grammar, subjective and objective case is a fun game to play, or you can go out and dig in the dirt in your own back yard and enjoy the singing of the birds and the company of crickets. Ta ta! I can't stand the internal pressure, myself.
edited to correct UBB
[ edited by zilvy on May 21, 2001 11:10 AM ]
posted on May 21, 2001 11:18:44 AM new
Your right! I just had a friend send this to me. It made me smile, maybe it will you too!
"Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Went Out In The Real World"
1. Any and all compliments can be handled by simply saying "Why, thank you" though it helps if you say it with a Southern accent).
2. Some people are working backstage, some are playing in the orchestra, some are on stage singing, some are in the audience as critics and some are there to applaud. Know who and where you are.
3. Never give yourself a haircut after three margaritas.
4. When baking, follow directions, when cooking--go by your taste.
5. Never continue dating anyone who is rude to the waiters and doesn't like dogs/cats.
6. You need only two tools. WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and shouldn't, use the tape.
7. The five most essential words for a healthy, vital relationship "I apologize" and "You are right."
8. Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.
9. When you make a mistake, make amends
immediately. It's easier to eat crow while it's still warm.
10. If he/she says that you are too good for him/her..believe them, it's true!
11. I've learned to pick my battles; I ask myself, 'Will this matter one year from now? How about one month? One week? One day?'
12. Never pass up an opportunity to go the the bathroom.
13. If you woke up breathing, congratulations! You have another chance!
14. Living well really is the best revenge. Being miserable because of a bad or former relationship just might mean that the other person was right about you.
15. Knowing how to listen to music is as great a talent as knowing how to make it.
16. Work is good but it's not that important.
17. Never underestimate the kindness of your
fellow man.
18. If you do something incredible stupid, laugh at yourself before everyone else does.
19. Don't bite your finger nails if your a plumber.
20. And finally... Be really nice to your friends. You never know when you are going to need them to empty your bedpan.
posted on May 21, 2001 11:18:47 AM new
And of course those who constantly bait while pretending they are really opposed to baiting. Right, Zilvy?
The RT is pretty much the same as it's always been with short swings in one direction or another but still the only chatboard with much true diversity and more posters and readers than most of the other boards combined.
posted on May 21, 2001 11:28:43 AM new
Antiquary: "The RT is pretty much the same as it's always been with short swings in one direction or another but still the only chatboard with much true diversity and more posters and readers than most of the other boards combined." Nope, not lately and it looks like you are another one that just likes to say thing to people to shake things up a bit????
sulyn1950..only one of my favorites: "11. I've learned to pick my battles; I ask myself, 'Will this matter one year from now? How about one month? One week? One day?"
Okay, I am done; only takes one to make things ugly.
Edited 'cause I can't wait to see how many jump on my spelling ect., Zilvy
posted on May 21, 2001 11:36:39 AM new
I agree with Antiquary and I've been posting here since the Round Table started. I guess that opinion makes me a rabble rouser too. Hmmm,, I kind of like the sound of that.... Stockticker the Rabble Rouser.
posted on May 21, 2001 11:43:56 AM new
A few years ago, I was at the beach and noticed a guy who put out some kind of weird vibes. He was all slicked down and strutting up and down the beach. For some reason he ticked me off. What a pompous goof.
Well, a half hour later I was suffering from hypothermia, being sucked out by the undertow and going down for the third time. And guess who pulled me out? Right, the goof.
It was a bad weekend at the beaches. Fifteen people drowned that weekend in the Bay Area. Good can be found in most people, even those who try to hide it.
posted on May 21, 2001 11:49:26 AM new
"I wouldn't say move on. I would say start a subject that interests you." Well geeeee, Femme, I thought I did. It just seems that this is no longer the place to " kick back, relax, and have fun!" and THAT is the "purpose" of this thread; not to put anyone down, not to correct spelling, not to discuss.....whatever. Geesh
posted on May 21, 2001 11:52:56 AM new
OMG......would one of you please tell me just what I have done so wrong??? Does ANYONE see what I mean?? I promise no matter what else is said, I am done (I am sure most of you are very thankful and will let it be known).
Edited to say...nevermind; don't bother to answer the above questions.
[ edited by nanastuff on May 21, 2001 11:54 AM ]
posted on May 21, 2001 12:12:31 PM new
Stockticker and Hepburn glad to see you.
Hepburn where are ya going...there's nothing to be afraid of...Nanastuff, I think it was more my answer than your thread that started this little (conniption or is it hissy fit?) going.
I had the nerve to write what I observed...well isn't that speshull??
I think we should ask one of the more astute
(the world also needs more stutes) to start a thread on Einsteins Theory of Relativity...or perhaps this venue is better suited to The Big Bang Theory then we could get away from the threads that constantly rehash the political state we all know we are in. I just don't think the posters (any of us) are gonna solve world problems here in the RT. But, if we keep bringing them TTT we will certainly insure the increase in sales of headache remedies.
OK, so who will start a 'Serious' no nonsense thread..can't be me I'm the princess of fluff!
If you are going to be offended by innocuous posts such as mine, then I'm not sure why you didn't just say your piece and ask for the thread to be locked immediately.
Edited out my response to zilvy after she clarified her post.
[ edited by Femme on May 21, 2001 12:15 PM ]
[ edited by Femme on May 21, 2001 12:38 PM ]
posted on May 21, 2001 12:16:08 PM new
Your shoelaces are fine, the problem with not addressing the poster is the wrong one picks up on the message...I doubt that any remarks other than I'll see ya on the 23rd were meant for you.
My reference was to another poster who used my name prior to your post.
Irene...rabble rouser, that is definitely not the roll I see for you. Besides you will never fit the mold of renegade
[ edited by zilvy on May 21, 2001 12:30 PM ]
A lot of posters have complained about threads in the Round Table in the past - some complain about the fluffiness (no serious threads), some about too many serious topics(no fluff threads). None of the complainers (about fluff or serious topics) traditionally gets a positive response (mainly because complaining is often perceived as bashing). In fact, I only recall one poster who ever did get a positive response, and he showed a lot of ingenuity in how he made his complaint.
posted on May 21, 2001 03:21:23 PM newFLUFF ALERT!!!!
These are actual label instructions on consumer goods.
On a Sear's hairdryer:
"Do not use while sleeping."
(Gee that's the only time I have to work on my hair.)
On a bag of Fritos:
"You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside."
(The shoplifter special)
On a bar of Dial soap:
"Directions: Use like regular soap."
(And that would be how ...?)
On some Swanson frozen dinners:
"Serving suggestion: Defrost."
(But its "just" a suggestion)
On Tesco's Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom):
"Do not turn upside down."
(Too late!)
On Mark Spencer Bread Pudding:
"Product will be hot after heating."
(As night follows day . . .)
On packaging for a Rowenta iron:
"Do not iron clothes on body."
(But wouldn't this save me more time?)
On Boot's Children Cough Medicine:
"Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication."
(We could do a lot to reduce the rate of construction accidents if we
could just get those 5-year-olds with head-colds off those forklifts.)
On Nytol Sleep Aid:
"Warning: May cause drowsiness."
(One Would hope.)
On most brands of Christmas lights:
"For indoor or outdoor use only."
(As opposed to what?)
On a Japanese food processor:
"Not to be used for the other use."
(I gotta admit, I'm curious.)
On Sainsbury's peanuts:
"Warning: contains nuts."
(Talk about a news flash.)
On an American Airlines packet of nuts:
"Instructions: Open packet, eat nuts."
(Step 3: Fly Delta.)
On a child's superman costume:
"Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly."
(I don't blame the company. I blame parents for this one.)
On a Swedish chainsaw:
"Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands or genitals."
(Was there a lot of this happening somewhere?)
posted on May 21, 2001 03:41:32 PM new
Just an observation nanastuff, but I see many "serious" threads that turn out totally opposite and visa-versa. I haven't been here all that long, but I don't see much difference than when I joined.
Muriel - laughing my head off!
[ edited by kraftdinner on May 21, 2001 03:44 PM ]
posted on May 21, 2001 03:51:52 PM new
Muriel, I promise to be good...
I even tried to send you a pic. but it won't
work...Helen
[ edited by HJW on May 21, 2001 03:55 PM ]
