The totally off-topic thread

[Pushka]

But if I remember correctly, the last trip, Dubai? was in F & J.
Perhaps there has been some domestic flights in Y we can lay the blame on.

They asked me when the last time I flew was. Sadly Dubai. December/Jan. Too long away they mentioned.
Maybe it was the F bed that did it?

All good here. Just tests and more tests. Waiting. Will be watching lots of Sex and the City eps I have on the ipad. Have to pay for TV here.
I'd post a picture of room service breakfast but wheeties and a slice of bread - meh.

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

How come we don't have this holiday in Australia

 

[RooFlyer]

That's every day, surely?

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

That's every day, surely?

OK RooFlyer I will agree with that, but what about these days -

[h=4]February 21st National Sticky Bun Day

February 25th National Chocolate Covered Nut Day[/h][h=4]February 27th National Polar Bear Day [/h]

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[Cruiser Elite]

February 21st National Sticky Bun Day

February 25th National Chocolate Covered Nut Day

February 27th National Polar Bear Day

Just be sure to keep Global Champagne Day - October 16, free!

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

I know someone who will love National Sticky Bun day ( isn't that right RON )

 

[Pushka]

One thing the USA does best is sticky Cinnamon buns. There is an outlet - Cinnabon. Fabulous.

 

[JohnK]

Just when you convinced yourself you are weird you realise there are lot of people out there more weird than you.

 

[amaroo]

I know someone who will love National Sticky Bun day ( isn't that right RON )

LOL, reminds me of that old Confucius joke

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

One thing the USA does best is sticky Cinnamon buns. There is an outlet - Cinnabon. Fabulous.

We LOVE Cinnabon ! If you are in a shopping centre in the US you can tell if there is a Cinnabon there, you can smell it before you see it . A couple of years ago I got a can of Cinnabon room spray in Walmart - heaven in a can without the calories !!!

 

[Cruiser Elite]

Australia's Top 25 beaches: This should get the Sandgropers howling. Clearly nobody at TA has ever been to Squeaky Bay at the Prom

 

[JohnK]

Is it just me or are the people on the trains looking rougher and rougher?

Anyway just saw this youngish girl on the train. Torn clothes, dark lipstick/mascara and piercings everywhere. Punk? I somehow noticed cut marks on both forearms and upper arms. At least 20 on each arm that I could see. My first thought was suicide attempt(s) but on closer inspection some were blister like. Track marks?

All this in 2 minutes from Milton to Roma St Station. Very disturbing.

 

[clazman]

Would like to see their definition of a good beach - Cable Beach - views yes, no you cant swim safely crocs, stingers etc

 

[mannej]

Australia's Top 25 beaches: This should get the Sandgropers howling. Clearly nobody at TA has ever been to Squeaky Bay at the Prom

You mean JohnM howling? His favourite beach just north of Cottosloe isn't listed...

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

Is it just me or are the people on the trains looking rougher and rougher?

Anyway just saw this youngish girl on the train. Torn clothes, dark lipstick/mascara and piercings everywhere. Punk? I somehow noticed cut marks on both forearms and upper arms. At least 20 on each arm that I could see. My first thought was suicide attempt(s) but on closer inspection some were blister like. Track marks?

All this in 2 minutes from Milton to Roma St Station. Very disturbing.

"I somehow noticed cut marks on both forearms and upper arms."

It is called SELF HARMING

"Self-harm is an issue for a lot of children and young people and many workers find it challenging to deal with. Self-harm describes a wide range of behaviours that people sometimes use to cope with difficult feelings and distressing life experiences. These behaviours may include cutting, burning, scalding, banging or scratching one’s own body, pulling one's own hair or swallowing poisonous substances or objects. The majority of people who self-harm have no intention of ending their life. Most people who self-harm do so to manage their feelings. "

 

[Hvr]

Damn I hate proselytisers! I have a 'do not knock' sign on my front door. I am also a shift worker and fortunately this morning had to get up earlier than usual to make some phone calls so when the door bell rang I was actually awake.

The religious zealots started their spiel and were upset when I told them to stop and pointed out the 'do not knock' sign which is very obvious on the front door. Their excuse was that they weren't selling anything.

I don't care what you believe in, just don't annoy me with it. And more importantly respect my right to not listen to you by not knocking on my door.

 

[andye]

Australia's Top 25 beaches: This should get the Sandgropers howling. Clearly nobody at TA has ever been to Squeaky Bay at the Prom

Lucky to have two of the top 5 in walking distance

 

[anat0l]

Is it just me or are the people on the trains looking rougher and rougher?

I mostly don't care any more unless they are being a disturbance, especially making noise in the quiet car. If they just sit there are ride the train like everyone else, then let them be.

You see an array of different dress when you ride trains in Europe, but sometimes it's best not to judge. Sometimes you see a bunch of punk teens seated on the train, then they are the first ones to stand up and proactively offer their seats to the elderly, with most polite conduct. It can surprise you.

Damn I hate proselytisers! I have a 'do not knock' sign on my front door. I am also a shift worker and fortunately this morning had to get up earlier than usual to make some phone calls so when the door bell rang I was actually awake.

The religious zealots started their spiel and were upset when I told them to stop and pointed out the 'do not knock' sign which is very obvious on the front door. Their excuse was that they weren't selling anything.

I don't care what you believe in, just don't annoy me with it. And more importantly respect my right to not listen to you by not knocking on my door.

Do those "do not knock" signs have any legal power? Same with "do not enter" or "no trespassing". It's not quite the same as the "do not call" list (although that has limited power because it's sometimes difficult to trace who the errant caller is).

 

[whatmeworry]

Damn I hate proselytisers! I have a 'do not knock' sign on my front door. I am also a shift worker and fortunately this morning had to get up earlier than usual to make some phone calls so when the door bell rang I was actually awake.

The religious zealots started their spiel and were upset when I told them to stop and pointed out the 'do not knock' sign which is very obvious on the front door. Their excuse was that they weren't selling anything.

I don't care what you believe in, just don't annoy me with it. And more importantly respect my right to not listen to you by not knocking on my door.

I really get really annoyed at missionaries from the USA. I have pointed out to them they are softest @#$!& to come to Australia. Far more needier places in the world that need their services.

 

[clazman]

How many of these have you said ....

Strange things overheard in business class