maneater = shark

iam4u, if you look at the post that started this thread, you will see
that there were NO RULES defined. You read what the last person posted,
and you reply with the first thing that comes to mind.

NO RULES!

Sorry, they took the "Delete" button away ~ LOL!

In my opinion, there is no explanation necessary for why you love blues.
It's not really a "why" issue. It's more like ~ either you FEEL it...or
you don't.

ptjoker has a point about the blues. It is my favorite venue as well.

I'm Kathy, and am in Fayetteville, also.

Hey, greeneyedlady42! I haven't seen your "Susan Sarandon-like" picture
in a while, Lady. How have you been?

I'm the ex-wife of a Green Beret, and I live just outside Ft. Bragg, NC.

Some people have "a calling" to the military...an inborn sense of duty
to country. They take the oath to serve, and they do. They don't have
a choice in whether or not they support our Commander In Chief, but they
do what needs to be done.

Someone has to do it, and I'm thankful that we have WARRIORS willing to
fight and die to maintain our freedoms and that of other countries, as
well, even though alot of those countries are ungrateful and say they
never wanted our help.

War is ugly ~ but sometimes it's necessary. I'm not going to claim I
understand all the politics behind the decision to go to war or to
become involved in a conflict, but I support our troops in ALL of the
branches of the service who have the calling. None of them WANT to die,
but they understand that they may. And they still sign up and go.

I may not think highly of my former husband, but knowing him instilled
the warrior spirit in me. If I hadn't been past the cut-off age for
enlistment, I'd have joined, too.

Sometimes, a question just doesn't have a "black and white" answer...

Sorry I missed you, Jen. Goodnight...

miserable = welcome to my life

I show dogs.

uh~uh, no way! I'm not posting pictures of my 'private party' costume.

In court, it would be called "evidence"...LOL!

Social drinking with business contacts is called "networking". It
works...

Excellent play, Girlfriend!

"Main Entry: Sis·y·phus
Function: noun
Pronunciation: 'si-s&-f&s
Etymology: Latin, from Greek Sisyphos
: a legendary king of Corinth condemned eternally to repeat the cycle of
rolling a heavy rock up a hill in Hades only to have it roll down again
as it nears the top..."



Sisyphus = fruitless

honeyrobber,

You've always struck me as kind and level headed. Unfortunately, bad
things happen to good people. Why? Because people mistake our
kindnesses for stupidity.

I am genuinely sorry that you came home to find your children missing.
"Things" can be replaced, but you must be beside yourself wondering how
your "kiddos" are, and you must miss them terribly.

There must be family or friends that know your life situation and can
testify on your behalf that she left the children with you to begin
with. She felt comfortable leaving them there (which says alot for your
character), and she can't successfully petition a court and claim you're
an unfit father now...because she would look like a bad mother for
bailing out and leaving them to start with. Know that that is in your
favor, Hon.

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honeyrobber said: "...We had a writen agreement which was signed and
no court papers. The lawyer we had talked to (as we agreed to keep
things civil and work out the issues ourselves) said it would hold up in
court. Even the county officers said it would hold up but it was one of
the things she took from my home. So all important papers need a person
you trust to hold a copy..."

** If that lawyer was worth his salt, he will have made a copy of the
agreement and will have it on file in his office. If he was a truly
competent attorney, he will have had the document notarized and filed it
with your county. Check with the lawyer.

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trying_to_fly said: "...Why do women get like this!! A LOT of them get
away with it and the guy gets punished!! No I'm not bashing on every
girl but, a lot of them do it because they know they can!!! NOTHING
happens to women....NOTHING.... It's NOT right man!! I know there's
going to be some women coming on here getting pissed about my comment
but, I've seen NOTHING but, what I've said!! In my hometown, it happens
ALL the time!! My friend got into a verbal argument with his wife and
she beat
the shit out of him and you know what? He went to f@#king JAIL!! ..."

** I am not pissed of at a thing you said, but you probably are only
hearing mens' sides of these issues because you talk with men more than
women about this type of situation. I personally have seen firsthand
where women have been compelled to leave successful careers to raise
children while the husband got more and more involved in his work (or
with other women) and became more emotionally unavailable to the wives.
The men have made all the money, kept control of the money and then
found another woman. They used their money and social standing to
influence attorneys and judges into taking children from these women and
left them with no way to support themselves...after they insisted the
wives stay home and not work. These situations happen to BOTH SEXES, so
men don't always get the raw end of the deal. My best friend raised 3
children and after 30 years of being a housewife, her successful husband
divorced her (to marry another woman) and she had to live on only
$300./month. She couldn't even pay her utilities with that, my friend.
She had to work at a minimum wage job to eat, and died 3 years later of
cancer that could have been diagnosed and treated if she'd had medical
insurance.

As far as your friend getting arrested after his woman beat on
him...everyone knows that "The one that gets to the Magistrate's window
FIRST gets the warrant!"

In any case where there is physical violence, no matter how slight, call
the police and make a report! This is the best way to protect yourself
in case the other party decides to "do you dirty" later.

Nope, had dog shows this weekend! Riding is NEXT weekend...

Kingbreeze and I attend the same church. Otherwise, I don't do "formal"
religious ceremonies with these exceptions:

Baptisms
Confirmations
Weddings
Funerals

Darling, I certainly hope you said that with a <smile>?

Why, Will? What is the purpose? Am I wrong, or is this site called
"Just Say HI!", not "Flame Your Neighbor Here"...

Jen,

I'm an Aries, TOO!!! (Gee, ya THINK? lol...). Here is a compilation
of our astrological profiles that I've found here and there...

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As an ARIES, I'm feisty and know how to take charge when the situation
calls for it. I am generous and want to please others-as long as my
needs are being met. As the first sign of the zodiac, I have a youthful
nature that helps me to see the world from a childlike perspective.

Astrological Compatibility for ARIES - (this reads ARIES matched with
[your astrological sign])...

ARIES~ March 21-April 20 This match has lots of passion, fire and
intensity. You're a great, like-minded combination, as long as you both
learn to cool down now and then.

TAURUS~April 21-May 20 With the slow and steady Taurus, an Aries can
quickly become restless. On the upside, Taurus can easily fulfill Aries
sensual side.

GEMINI~May 21-June 20 The deep reserves of Aries energy manifests
physically. The Gemini verbally. While this match may not always be in
sync, they will keep each other busy!

CANCER~June 21-July 21 The Aries with its fiery nature can prove to be
too much for the nurturing Cancer. The Aries likes challenge, the
crab-security. It's a tough one!

LEO~July 22-August 22 Two fire signs, the Aries will provide challenges
and the Leo will be more than happy to keep up. These signs fulfill each
other's romantic and sexual sides.

VIRGO~August 23-September 22 The analytical, Mr./Ms. fix-it Virgo will
put Aries under a microscope. Great for a science project, bad for
romance and relationship longevity.

LIBRA~September 23-October 22 The Aries will be charmed by the Libra,
and the Libra will keep pace with the Aries. Tons of romantic
possibilities, and even more sparks behind closed doors.

SCORPIO~October 23-November 21 The Aries can be stubborn and mysterious
at times, something the Scorpio may find unsettling. But, sexually, you
have the makings of a 4-alarm fire!

SAGGITARIUS~November 22-December 20 If you're both a little older and
wiser-and done with flings and one-nighters, this is an ideal match.
You'll enjoy romance, while maintaining your independence.

CAPRICORN~December 21-January 20 A mix of earth and fire, these signs
fuel each other's ambition and passion. Try not to compete-remember to
take time to acknowledge one another's talents.

AQUARIUS~January 21-February 18 When the Aquarius craves the spotlight,
the Aries will shine it on them. This complimentary match will provide
ample care for emotional and sexual needs.

PISCES~February 19-March 20 Pisces provides the idea, Aries propels it
into action. Your personalities, while not the same, are complimentary.
Just remember tact and compromise.

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Chinese Zodiac - I was born in the year of the "DOG" ~ Feb 18, 1958 -
Feb 7, 1959

PERSONALITY:
You are eager to help and are sensitive to others. People have nothing
to fear from you. You can influence without being too forceful. You are
honest. You will defend anything you feel needs defending. You are a
worrier who takes on everyone else's battles. Your sense of duty should
be commended.

LOVE:
You need someone to open up to you before you can open up with them. It
is a sign of trust and faith. You will avoid jealous scenes at all
costs. Your ideal partner will be faithful and tender. It means a lot to
you to be friends before you become any closer.

MATCH: Tiger and Horse

CAREER:
You work hard, as either a team leader or a team member. You avoid
confrontation as often as possible. You are a good peacemaker. You can
be trusted with anything. You work best within strict guidelines.

ELEMENT: The Dog's element is Earth, which works with well with the
Metal element.

YIN: Yin and yang qualities balance thought and care.

Vanchau,

You must be working really hard on making this site fly! You're doing
great, and I will ride the wave and assist how I can.

The first thing I'm going to do to "do my part" is to stop being nasty
here. The site name is "Just Say Hi!", not "Rant & Rave, 101". I've
been guilty...

I'm doing the Dominatrix thing. It's a "private" party ~ LOL!

Can't people take their posturing into the REAL world, and leave this
place for those that want to follow the lead that this site name says...

JUSTSAYHI!

Thank you, Vanchau!