To All Of Us

Reply #45

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 19:48:37 GMT

From my perspective, there is always something to learn no matter the source.

From my perspective there isn't.

It's sort of like cutting off your nose to spite your face; not seeing the forest for the trees, yada yada yada...

The similarity between cutting off your nose to spite your face and not seeing the forest for the trees might suit you well. It doesn't suit me.

There's a limited number of times I need to examine the forest of someones desire for a Mercedes, of someones dis... [ More ]

Reply #44

LottoChica23 — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 19:37:07 GMT

Not reading what a person posts might be the result of a lot of factors having nothing to do with liking, or disliking a poster.

I agree there very well may be other factors in addition to like/dislike for a poster. That's why I read them all, take what I can use and leave the rest. Again we are talking about a choice, to read or not to read for whatever reason.

Not reading what a poster says has the potential consequence of not learning something worthwhile from that person. Anytime... [ More ]

Reply #43

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 18:16:40 GMT

(smile)

J

Reply #42

justxploring — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 17:02:31 GMT

If a person's willing to stretch the meaning of the word, 'family', enough, we certainly are. In theory we all come from a single gene pool. Our family, in that sense, includes Adolph Hitler and Joe Stalin as well as Saint Francis and Mahatma Ghandi.

Jack, sounds like Christmas at most houses

Reply #41

emilyg — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 16:51:47 GMT

mostly indoor in the summer heat. when the time is right - you will.

Reply #40

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 14:02:34 GMT

Reply #39

pumpi76 — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 08:04:37 GMT

They are so right. I sometimes forget that it is a priveledge to be here. And yes we are a family.

In a way, the stock market, and taxes are a form of lottery....

Reply #38

justxploring — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 07:12:50 GMT

that was a great movie. Happy and safe 4th!

Same to you. Are you an indoor or outdoor cat? I think it's going to be very wet here in FL. I stayed in most of Sunday because of the lightning. Looking to pack up and leave for good, but I don't have the nerve.

Reply #37

emilyg — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:58:46 GMT

that was a great movie. Happy and safe 4th

Reply #36

justxploring — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:52:45 GMT

Sorry that I was editing while you were posting Emily. I make a lot of typos at 2:30 in the morning! I also added that we're not children any more.

I think I've been a little misunderstood, since I don't think anybody should be mean. That little 4 letter word to me is more powerful than some multisyllabic ones. I remember when in Good Morning Viet Nam the General says to the Major (?) I thought you were a little crazy, but you're not crazy, you're mean.

I just like all the differ... [ More ]

Reply #35

emilyg — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:38:55 GMT

it's quite possible that boring is much better than mean.

Reply #34

justxploring — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:34:29 GMT

Members of strong families feel they really belong in their family.

Family members feel accepted for what they are and promote one

another's self-esteem. They celebrate each other's successes and help

each other learn from mistakes. Raven

Very nicely said. I agree. In fact, anyone want to adopt me? Seriously, who wouldn't wish for a loving family that is supportive and caring? I've been trying to run away from mine since I was 14. Anyone who says sticks and stones...but names will nev... [ More ]

Reply #33

Winner1313 — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:30:10 GMT

There are have been, some wonderfull folks that came here and talked about their systems.

They give hints, but not spoon fed us.

They were angels.

I have learned a lot from them, whilst others hurl insults and laugh or beg for more info.

Yes The Lottery Can Be Beaten, And Yes People Do Beat It.

But You gotta use your creative powers.

I will not share the secrets I have learned, because I worked for it, asking, thinking and finally got it. Better Than Alanzo.

Reply #32

emilyg — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:28:14 GMT

thank you Raven.

Reply #31

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 06:02:24 GMT

Not reading what a person posts might be the result of a lot of factors having nothing to do with liking, or disliking a poster.

Not reading what a poster says has the potential consequence of not learning something worthwhile from that person. Anytime a person chooses not to read what a poster says, it's a risk weighed against the odds. Same as buying a lottery ticket.

If there's a strong chance the poster will provide something a person will find helpful, probably the person will be mo... [ More ]

Reply #30

Kola — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 05:59:25 GMT

Thank you Ducksafloat.

Reply #29

Tenaj — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 05:47:44 GMT

I agree Ducksafloat. The rules of what we were taught in kindergarten, no matter how many times you say treat each other with respect it needs repeating over and over.

Reply #28

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 05:30:40 GMT

LckyLary:

Seems to me you know your motives for what you post. Everyone else is stuck with having to guess at your motives, and they might guess in any of a number of directions. You have no control over what those guesses might be. You actually have no reason to care.

How they choose to react is their affair.

All you have to deal with is your own motives. Your own choices, many of which will involve making guesses about what others intended to communicate in their posts and whether... [ More ]

Reply #27

pacattack05 — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 05:19:03 GMT

Unfortunately in life, there must be two opposing factors in order for the balancing act to exist. To know what sweetness tastes like, you also must know how sour tastes like, or bitterness for that fact. One cannot exist without the other. It's one of those quirks of the universe.

Sweet...sour....

salty.......tangy.....

Love.....hate......

Black.....white......

Night.......day...

Truths...Lies.......

Skinny.....Fat...........

Straight.........Curly...

Flat........3 di... [ More ]

Reply #26

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 05:08:39 GMT

Whatever you and I might disagree on in other matters, we agree on this one.

J

Reply #25

Rip Snorter — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 04:57:25 GMT

it is something nice to hope for. i can agree with that. but most of us are so very misinformed in thinking that what we call reality is really the walking dead. to me, the walking dead is just a person who lives in illusional lies that they presume are true. the whole idea of what i am saying here, is Exercise your choice to treat others they way you expect to be treated and enjoy one another. this is not impossible and is within everyone of our grasp, simply by making a choice and i promi... [ More ]

Reply #24

ducksafloat — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 00:03:43 GMT

hey now LckyLry,

thank you for your response. and you should ask if you are trying to get the jist of a system. i like the idea of understanding about systems to, but more than that, if someone is providing me with winners, i love that idea also. as far as selfdefense, can't advise you there but here's something you might try.. just ask yourself, do i need to defend that expression? and only you will know that:) BOL LOL

Reply #23

LckyLary — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 23:55:09 GMT

I only respond to things in self-defense. The only thing I do sometimes is to question a particular system so I can understand where the idea came from and if it makes enough sense to use myself. The Lottery is supposed to be fun.

Reply #22

emilyg — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 23:31:37 GMT

Reply #21

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 23:23:49 GMT

Quote: Originally posted by truecritic on July 2, 2006 Let me say that what you propose is great. But let me illustrate how you broke your own rule already. ducksafloat said: If you don't like a poster, don't read their thread.

So you should not be reading the threads that upset you but obviously you did or you wouldn't have posted.

Don't everyone jump on me for being negative. I only pointed out how nearly impossible it is to live in never-never-land. This is my only comment to this t... [ More ]

Reply #20

Clairvoyance — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 21:15:13 GMT

The seitments proposed here are nice yes, however we must realize that we are not all robots who are programmed to be Nice unfortunately!

Some people are peacemakers and some are troublemakers which is human nature. I do believe we have a choice to be either however some must choose to be the troublemaker and that we cannot change in them. It is something they must change in their self. So I have to agree with your statement truecritic.

Reply #19

LOTTOMIKE — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 21:05:14 GMT

happy 4th of july to all!

enjoy the holiday!

let bygones be bygones.....

Reply #18

LottoChica23 — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 20:44:15 GMT

Quote: Originally posted by truecritic on July 2, 2006Let me say that what you propose is great. But let me illustrate how you broke your own rule already. ducksafloat said: If you don't like a poster, don't read their thread.

So you should not be reading the threads that upset you but obviously you did or you wouldn't have posted.

Don't everyone jump on me for being negative. I only pointed out how nearly impossible it is to live in never-never-land. This is my only comment to this t... [ More ]

Reply #17

truecritic — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 20:25:48 GMT

Let me say that what you propose is great. But let me illustrate how you broke your own rule already. ducksafloat said: If you don't like a poster, don't read their thread.

So you should not be reading the threads that upset you but obviously you did or you wouldn't have posted.

Don't everyone jump on me for being negative. I only pointed out how nearly impossible it is to live in never-never-land. This is my only comment to this thread - and I will restate what I said right at the be... [ More ]

Reply #16

LottoChica23 — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 20:07:21 GMT

Very well said Patrice... Thank You

Reply #15

Raven62 — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 19:30:30 GMT

What is a Family?

Families are who you love. Our families all "look" different and it's

always been so. A family caregiving unit might consist of a couple; a

mother, father and children; a single parent and child; grandparent and

grandchildren; a sibling group; a circle of friends (LPMs); or however

that family defines itself.

Families are the foundation of society. It's where we come into the

world, are nurtured and given the tools to go out into the world,

capable and healthy or... [ More ]

Reply #14

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 18:59:46 GMT

it's a family thang Maloney

Reply #13

LAVERNE MALONEY — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 18:55:49 GMT

That needed to be said ducksafloat. I agree.

Reply #12

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 18:39:59 GMT

lottolaughs,

you are exactly right and you are what i call Cookin' Wit Oil! and that is exactly what i don't want, is for the newcomers and the visitors to get the wrong idea about this place, because we really are the best on the web!

i would never be able to tell the story of all the great people i have met here, so great in fact, that when i am not here i am thinking of being here and the great posters! just like the movies, As Good As It Get's

Reply #11

lottolaughs — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 18:18:59 GMT

Couldn't have said it better myself,ducksafloat! I'm pretty new here and was surprised by all the negative stuff. We're here to learn and for information,aren't we? I think we should all keep an open mind to all the great people here who share their techniques, systems, theories and ideas. If they don't work for us,oh,well. If they do,great! But give them a chance before making the choice to comment. Thanks,ducksafloat. You have a lot of love,I can feel it. All the best to you and your son... [ More ]

Reply #10

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 17:16:52 GMT

thank you Maddog, emilyg, and bellyache!

believe me, you, i have drowned that Soldier big time, in mother's love! he's in Columbia MO at his friends wedding, he will be back tomorrow and we're all waiting to drown him some more love! we have had some great times, so great in fact, that the moments are recorded in my journal.

Reply #9

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 17:11:02 GMT

oh yes, J:

it is something nice to hope for. i can agree with that. but most of us are so very misinformed in thinking that what we call reality is really the walking dead. to me, the walking dead is just a person who lives in illusional lies that they presume are true. the whole idea of what i am saying here, is Exercise your choice to treat others they way you expect to be treated and enjoy one another. this is not impossible and is within everyone of our grasp, simply by making a choi... [ More ]

Reply #8

bellyache — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:57:46 GMT

It is a good post! I hope you have been enjoying your time with your son Patrice.

Reply #7

emilyg — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:42:59 GMT

good reminder ducksafloat! good morning.

Reply #6

MADDOG10 — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:40:51 GMT

Good post Ducksafloat...! A nice wake-up....

Reply #5

Rip Snorter — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:36:29 GMT

It's something nice to hope for.

But we're all operating under the limits of the human mind and flesh. We behave as humans, which includes a whole spectrum of interactions outside the range of brotherly love.

Same as humans interacting anywhere, towns interacting, nations interacting.

Utopia isn't in sight yet, though we've telegraphed ahead, trying to get it built before we arrive.

J

Reply #4

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:31:04 GMT

hey now ya little precious Jorli D,

Thanks for replying! Um so glad you agree

Reply #3

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:28:04 GMT

hey now J,

um good:) i just want the lot of us to respect and help one another, and be able to really enjoy being here when we show up, that's all. as we all know, life is way too short for anything else. most of us talk about how great it is to frequent here, how we love the tools, and we even write about the great friends we've made. so to me, that is more than enough reason to walk in the expression of respect and appreciation. so i guess that i have high hopes and expectations of eve... [ More ]

Reply #2

Jorli D — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:27:36 GMT

Reply #1

Rip Snorter — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 16:16:03 GMT

Nice post.

Hope you're feeling better.

J

To All Of Us

ducksafloat — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 04:26:00 GMT

Hey Now Everyone,

Just a tid-bit of a thought that I'd like to share with the lot of you's. I've been in and out of the post briefly because Dez is home, he will be leaving soon...but during my journey in and out I have seen many of us insulting others. Please stop that because it saddens my heart.

It never cost any of us a dime to be kind to one another. We are here to help one another in the wonderful forum and make great connections that can last a life time.

So please, consid... [ More ]