It does require a Southern drawl...phonetically - idea tends to be pronounced "eye dear" NO- EYE - DEAR STILL ( as in nonmoving ) NO-EYE-DEAR I did qualify it as a really bad joke.........:-)
Wisefawn, I look forward to your post. I have a cursory knowledge of the work first program, I believe that's why my renters are all enrolled in Community Col., ( that and Pell Grant income ). The system is being worked, it's a way of life, and I believe it is promoted within their own society, for the benefit of others. Why ? Preacher gotta have a nice car, bigger church...... Social Worker gotta have a client base to rational
Naz, Very deep, the depth of your post is overwhelming, I concur with your historical points, but to draw comparisons to Hitler is a huge s t r e t c h, to think that our government has been hijacked is ludicris.
Overheard at Scout meeting; What do you call a blind deer ? No Idea. What do you call a blind deer with broken legs ? Still no idea. Bad huh?
Dynosoar I own a old convertible, huge land yacht, we call it the Dynosoar, it was made in the same month and year I was born, So I'm a Dynosoar too As to spelling, It has a Dynoglide transmission, and when riding top-down, it's like soaring.....
I am, therefore I blog. I am the tool of my family. I am their example ( both good and bad ), I am their provider of their wants, needs, and desires. I demonstrate what they can be, as well as what they never want to be. I am a tool of my community, both icon and blight. I am the tool of any and all that I contact( if I am the right tool for them is another question ). Damn, I feel like a well worn socket set, missing a few pieces
Lun, It's really a no lose situation all around. Of course there are some that say "we" are artificially "holding these people down", I tend to believe "we're" actually artificially "holding these people up", but I'm not complaining, just observing. Hell, if it weren't for the various assistance programs out there I might have to actually work for a living !!!! I'm seriously thinking about low income elder care, warehouses fo
Super, Heh, I'm glad the system is there, I'm happy, they seem happy. What bothers me is the folks that seem guilty over these "poor Folks" and their socio-economic situation. It's where I see it as a cultural choice, or trap if some so deem to define, the people I have observed do not seem to have a desire to leave this "good life", they're not stuck, opportunities abound, but it requires commitments and sacrifices they're not wi
Jeb, I comment on the majority in my little world here in Eastern NC, I opin that this area is no different than most, as demonstrated daily in every community. I do not judge them. Hell, they're probably happier than I am. That's all this country promises anyone, the pursuit of happiness, they just found theirs at taxpayer expense. I often tell people the only government monies I'll ever get are from other people
I only speak of the majority of those who fall under the "poverty" guidelines as determined by our government. I also concur that there are those that are poor, who do not qualify for assistance, or opt out for whatever reason. That too, I believe is a lifestyle choice.
OH, and by the way, my properties are not run down, nasty, housing code violations one step from condemnation. I now spend my days repairing what got broke.......... Have plunger, will travel.
I have often gone by those trailer parks, and wondered if those people were really happier than I was. I mean they worked probably 40 hrs a week, had toys, and time to play with them, as I worked 100 hrs a week, chasing my cars, payments, and running a business......... To each their own, just don't blame their capitalisticly challenged financial situation on anyone other than themselves. It is their choice. Their priorities. I really
djny, I commend your parents for recognizing the trap set for them, I truly wish them all the luck in the world, and sincerely hope they escape the cycle. As to my "assumptions", they are based on simple facts, gained over 15 years. I am only 1 of 15 used car dealers serving this demographic in my area, I am 1 of over 25 rental agents serving this demographic. The area in question encompasses 50 sq miles, has a population exceedi
csuperman7, How is it that I am the dumb one? I didn't make the lifestyle choice to live as my renters do, I only provide for them the means to an end, Perhaps you'd like them to move into your basement?
If you care to comment please understand that this article is written based on my experience, not statistical information ( other than my own ), not conjecture, but my observation. I have previously owned and operated a couple of used car lots, specializing in on-lot financing, I have sold, financed, and repossessed in excess of 8000 cars in the 15 years I was in operation. Morally I have no problem with how I support my family, I treated my cu
This is my observation after 15 years making a comfortable living off of the poor. I have to confess, I am a "Affordable Housing Provider", with monies I made selling, financing, and repossessing cars, I bought Real Estate. Not fantastic mansions, but 800 to 1200 sq ft houses, a couple of duplexes, and 1 small apartment building ( 6 units). I do not participate in Title 8, or any other government subsidy
Believe none of what you hear, and only half of what you see. Should I try to sell that line to Al Jezzera, or CNN, FNC,CBS,NBC, or NPR ???? I'm beginning to believe the line in "Men in Black", only the tabloids report the real news, ( sorry Rush ).............
Best I've seen is that Kerry has a consistent policy, that being a policy of consistent change. He has come out on both sides of so many issues it's clearly his policy to change his opinion based on what his audience at the time appears to want to hear. This up-coming election is being promoted as a mandate against Bush, with Kerry being the least worst Democrat to run against our President, I do not forsee many waffle votes going his way.
My experience with Paxil was that of a zombie state, no shyness, just complete withdrawal. The only benefit I found was I no longer cared if I was depressed, or shy, or breathing for that matter.....
There you go , got me again .
Any Hospital receiving federal funds is now required to negotiate expenses and bill equally to medicare or private insurance, The portion that you are billed above what your insurance pays is neccesary for tax and accounting purposes ( A/R and deductiblity of bad debt ) Most Hospital A/R depts will tell you thay\t not only are they willing to accept any type of pmt on a debt, they will refinance that debt and carry it forever as long as some fo
Sorry 'bout your friend, not at all happy with your title tho, I was lookin for a train wreck but stumbled onto a guilt trip............
HUH?
My brain still hurts from the abuses I applied in the 70's and 80's. I highly reccomend forgoing the chemical enhancements, your future is too precious to f#@* with. God, it still sounds like fun tho.....................
If you happen to try grits at home and follow the directions, and still do not care for the taste, here are suggestions for alternate uses; Kitty litter Mortar Modeling clay ( while still warm ) oil dry spackling grout glue bean bag filler laxative fiber therapy garden stepping stones worm feed fish food wedding confetti Common sense will dictate which to use in a wet or dry formulation,
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