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If (there is a) God loves us why would he/she make us suffer ? Why would he make loved ones die and wars kill millions ! Who "makes us suffer", HannaH.?. And who makes war? We, human beings, give each other pain and cause each other suffering and pain. Yes, I know there are illnesses that are hard to explain, but, this world was not created as a "replica" of Heaven or whatever you conceive of a perfect world. It simply is what it is. I don't know why the world was created as it is, but, I do know that we...

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Antitheists are always asking for proof there is no God. Can any one prove without a doubt (using facts) there is no God? Absolute proof. No, of course not. Nor can the existence of God be "proven" scientifically. The "facts" presented by one can always be denied as irrelevant by another. It comes down in the end to individual belief and choice. "Proof" such as Paul and others have been given, individually, can always be called delusions by others.

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Is it true that many of our military families are living below the poverty level? Yes, if you take the salary of the people alone. They do have other benefits, however, that are part of the their contract, such as free medical for all family members and housing allowance for married personnel with families. Basic furnishings, like beddings, dishes and cookware can be "checked out" and used for as long as needed without fee. Basic items such as food are much cheaper at...

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When is the customer NOT always right? When they shoplift, or try to return an item that was not purchased from the store or one of it's affiliates. Or when they demand an item at a sale price when the sale has ended, or try to claim a warranty which has expired. There are limits to what retailers can allow.

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In Islam, was Jesus put on the cross but Allah took him away before he died. He was not technically 'crucified'. Who was put on the cross? Islam is "mistaken" in this. It was certainly Jesus who was crucified. And he endured it to the end. His last spoken words, "It is finished", indicates this. The spear in the heart by the Roman soldier was simply to ascertain death, as the bodies had to be removed before the beginning of the Jewish Passover. It is clear that Jesus was already dead, however. There are stories of people...

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What do you make of this,my bedridden 90 yr old mom has a health care aide thats always barking orders to her,because shes constantly pooping and doesnt push to let one load out,she poops in spurts,yet the weekend aide is calmer,so mom listns,whts ur opin It is difficult, TINKERBELLE, I don't know why some people go into the health care professions. Many do not belong there. I suppose it is much the same question as why some people go into teaching...when they obviously do not belong there. I don't know what the answer is. There is such a demand for people in the field now that perhaps the screening and supervision is becoming more lax....

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Are you afraid of death? Presuming there is no afterlife, how are you not terrified? Well, morethancurious, let me ask you this,..were you hurting before you were born? You weren't, were you? You have no memory of anything, pleasure or pain, before you entered this world, kicking and screaming. Being born was actually the most traumatic thing you ever experienced, probably. But, even that memory has been suppressed. We all are born in the same way, ...and we go out in more...

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does anyone have a 1973/79 ford light truck parts catalogue? i need a few pages scanned and emailed to me (smile) You just missed me, fordtruck79. I gave away a catalogue to a friend who works on restoring older cars and trucks. Sorry.

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Which Xmas-inspired movie is your favorite? Which X-mas inspired ANIMATED movie is your favorite? "It's a Wonderful Life", "A Christmas Carol", and "Charlie Brown's Christmas"....(lol)

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Is there a lot of blonds in Scotland? Not a "lot", but many, especially in the coastal towns and border country....maybe a Scandinavian/Anglo influence. In the highlands, you will find more red-heads. Dark hair is found everywhere, however.

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What is the first stage of human origin called? Australopithecine (southern 'African' manlike ape that walked upright).

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How many yearbooks did you brought from your school? I have seven. It is neat to go back through them and see all the people change. Some of the little frogs grew into real princesses and princes. (lol!)

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How many people will eat Cranberry Sauce(in general)? In the U.S., at least seven out of ten. Hmmm...I think that is 70%,

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Is ambition an in-born trait? Or is it only a matter of nurture? Both. Some of the most successful people had little or no real "nurture" growing up... Alexander Hamilton, Andrew Jackson, Ben Franklin, Abraham Lincon, Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford....These guys had little or no "nurture". But they had something that drove them,..something from within. That 'something' cannot be defined exactly.

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what kinds of guns can you have without a license in ontario canada A water pistol, and maybe a paint ball gun.

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When you hang out with friends, do you tend to see each person individually, or it it typically more a group setting? Both. I have several friends that I see in group settings...and a few that I usually hang with on an individual basis, like fishing trips, etc., or concerts by certain groups. It isn't that I "like" any one more or less. It depends on what we are interested in.

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Am I at an advantage being a male going into the nursing field? As far as getting a job and higher salary? Yes. Many males are going into more and more health care fields now which were traditionally mostly female. And they are very much encouraged to.

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Are you sick of being pushed toward Facebook? Every website I visit has a link to Facebook. (smile) Well, I have been on FB for a long time, so, no. But, you don't have to "go there" if you don't want to. I would love to see you there, though, Firebrand. You would find many people you know there...(wink).

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What stores are open on Christmas day? Wal-Mart never closes. Most chain convenience stores, Quik-Trip, 7-11, etc., are also always open.

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What is the use in buy a candle when it has no scent? I have a couple boxes of "emergency candles" for when the power goes out. They are plain, unscented tallow candles, and very cheap. So, there are practical reasons. They also come in handy on camping trips.

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do guys find women that play video games sexxyyy??? (?) Why would we? You might as well ask if women who watch soap operas regularly are "sexy".....They may or may not be, but that would not be an indication. (smile)

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Have you ever been Christmas carolling? Oh, yeah. It was popular in my town when I was a kid. Some churches still do it, but it is getting rare. Most just go to certain homes of other church members instead of covering whole neighborhoods, now. Sad, in a way. It was fun. But you can probably guess all the reasons why they don't do it anymore......

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Due to some BAD ADVICE from ANSWERBAG I was FINED $6000 for "unlawful operation of a fire hydrant" on Halloween, used to keep children away from my home. Is there any way I can pursue a lawsuit against a user for BAD ADVICE? Sorry, hon, you are on your own. "Bad advice" is not a defense in court. And...it wasn't me!

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You're having sex. The phone rings. Do you stop and answer it? Better to have the phone off at that time. No, I would definitely NOT answer it. Callback is a great feature. I even have a doorbell OFF and ON option. I do leave my security alarm on at all times, however.

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How good is Avast-anti-virus? It is very good. I have used it for three years now. You can get a free home version for a year. After that it is pay, but very reasonable. It is as good as the more expensive ones, like Norton. I have been very happy with it. I will re-subscribe when my clock is up.

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What does a Salamander eat? Bugs.

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Women complain about being charged more for haircuts and underwear but do men complain about not getting in free on "Ladies Night"? Well, men are now charged as much for "haircuts" as women now. I will agree that our underwear is still cheaper...and lasts longer. But, if women would only buy Hanes cotton drawers, theirs would be cheaper, too. And no, I don't mind Ladies' Night, as long as they keep my "Happy Hour". (lol)

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Can we get alimony & child support from a husband's VA Compensation & SSI Disability payments? He has no other income or assests available. No.

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how can i take my fish on a walk with a collar without it dying in the sun on the hot summer day in the intense heat? Don't do it. Leave it in the tank. It will not misss you if you go out. It doesn't give a bubble about you. It will not be lonesome. Just keep enough fish food in the tank.

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What is the definition of a right-hand ring? It may or may not "mean" anything. We usually wear our school class rings on our right hand. I have an Air Force service ring that I also wear on my right ring finger, but not all the time. The ancient Romans wore a "signet ring" on their right hand. They used it to 'stamp' their name and approval for documents, letters, etc. It was recognized everywhere and was the same as a signature.

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when will the Jesus Christ will returns as we have been waiting for 2000 years? No one knows. "When will these things come to pass, Lord?" "Only the Father knows". Jesus was not "omniscient" when he was among us as a man. He was given knowledge when He needed it. That is why I look askance at anyone who say they know when the "time" will come. If Jesus did not know, then neither does anyone else. He simply told us to live every day as if it were coming soon. That...

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Have you ever had recurring dreams? Were they good or bad? What was it? Yes, I have. I had very strong recurring dreams after my Vietnam experience. It was common, though. I talked with my dad, a WWII veteran, and he helped me through them. They passed. I suppose everyone has them for a time. I never needed to have any 'therapy', though I am sure many may have needed it. Some probably needed it that did not get it. Things like that affect people...

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Have you ever grown to hate someone for no apparent reason? No. I have come to dislike some people for their actions and personality, but I have never "hated" anyone for no reason.

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How should the U.S government been structured to actually benefit all and not breed corruption? It is so structured, Zack. But it all comes down to individual people and their personal honesty.

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My friend has a Nazi flag which his uncle brought back from WWII. He doesn't want it and doesn't want to sell it, but doesn't know what to do with it. It seems like it has enough historical significance that it should not be destroyed. What should he do? My dad brought back a Japanese "Rising Sun" flag from WWII. I just keep it folded and with some other momentos, like a Japanese officer's sword. No big deal. He didn't make a big deal of them either. My uncle, however, did bring back a .38 Luger from Europe. He got it off an officer he had shot. He was about to be shot by it. His son has it now. It is quite a firearm. He has won many...

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Does Fluther, Yahoo! Answers, and Wiki Answers constitute an "axis of evil"? No. It is called "competition" which make everybody to try and be a little better....

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I put the stamp on the wrong side of the letter will it still be mailed? Yes, but you will give the postal employees another reason to roll their eyes,..."Those dumb civilians! You can't cure stupid, I guess"...(lol!)

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Where can I buy adult blanket sleepware? I don't even know what that is. Is that blankets with nekkid pitchers on'em? (lol)

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How do you feel about money? I don't think it is what life is all about,...but life can be rough without it.

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Is there any way to get free money? Sure, dig up some buried cache of an old pirate or gold digger. Good luck! (lol)

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What is the meaning of the name Jonas? Jonas is the Latinized form of the Hebrew 'Jonah', which means 'dove' (the bird, not diving into the sea, smile). The story of the prophet Jonah is pretty well known. His name, meaning, the dove, has been pondered. It may have nothing to do with the story, except that Jonah did try to "fly" from the call of God to go and preach to the people of Nineveh. It is a neat story and a short book...

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How to find some good blogs on Merry Chrismas and a very happy new year for my business friends. Hmmm...don't know exactly what you mean by "blogs", Ashwani, but you can send them e-cards with a Christmas message from many sites. Some may be free, but one of the best is Blue Mountain.com. You may have to pay, but I think you get a "free trial". You might look at it. I am subscribed, so I can send greetings all year long to as many people as I like at any time for any purpose...for a...

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Wouldn't Mexico be a better place if the Spanish hadn't come a long and messed it all up? Hard to say. The Aztecs would probably have expanded their power all over the area and continued their enslavement of other tribes, using them as human sacrifices to their gods, several every day and 364 on the New Year "celebration". The blood stains can still be seen in the steps of one of their temples. And a few hundred Spanish "knights" could never have conquered the Aztec empire. The...

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Do you say 18 year old boy or 18 year old man? Society still generally says, "boy", but the law and the military says, "man". It is greatly a matter of convenience. When they commit a crime, they are legal adults, and when they are needed for cannon fodder, they are "men". All other times, they are "boys", especially when they are looking for a job, trying to buy a car, or rent an apartment. They also cannot join a labor union, as that...

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What do Barack and Michelle Obama do together? Travel together, a lot, expenses paid by me...and you... if you work and pay taxes in the U.S.. We have no say on where they go...or what they say or do there. "It's good to be the King"___Henry VIII. >> "It's good to be the First Lady. I am able to "respect" my country for the first time in my life"___Michelle Obama. >> I am so happy for you, Michelle. I have loved and respectedit for more...

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What do Barack and Michelle Obama do together? Travel together, expenses paid by me

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what is christmas about? It is about celebrating the birth of Jesus for Christians. As we do not know exactly when or on what day he was born, we were given December 25 as a day to celebrate "Christ's Mass". The early church chose this day to counter-act the winter solstice celebration, "Yuletide" among the Germanic peoples, and the "Saturnalia" among the Romans and Romanized people of ancient Europe. That is why...

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Is drinking red wine dangerous? Does it destroy human brain cells,or could this be merely an old wives' tale|? All alcoholic drinks will "destroy brain cells" if they are abused. Even the medical profession today says red wine in moderation is probably good for the heart and for digestion. The operative word is moderation, as with all alcohol.

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Im looking for a comfortable basic pair of footwear for my grandma So I want something which may reduce her pain to certain extent? Take a look at Dr. Scholl's Footwear. They are on the net for ordering as well as having several outlets.

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Im looking for a comfortable basic pair of footwear for my grandma So I want something which may reduce her pain to certain extent? Take a look at Dr. Scholl's Footwear. They are on the net for ordering as well as having several outlets.

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Im looking for a comfortable basic pair of footwear for my grandma So I want something which may reduce her pain to certain extent? Take a look at Dr. Scholl's Footwear. They are on the net for ordering as well as having several outlets.

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Im looking for a comfortable basic pair of footwear for my grandma So I want something which may reduce her pain to certain extent? Take a look at Dr. Scholl's Footwear. They are on the net for ordering as well as having several outlets.

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Im looking for a comfortable basic pair of footwear for my grandma So I want something which may reduce her pain to certain extent? Take a look at Dr. Scholl's Footwear. They are on the net for ordering as well as having several outlets.

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Im looking for a comfortable basic pair of footwear for my grandma So I want something which may reduce her pain to certain extent? Take a look at Dr. Scholl's Footwear. They are on the net for ordering as well as having several outlets.

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Should Religious Leaders Be Able to Endorse Political Candidates? Religious leaders or "spokespersons" certainly have no less right to publicly endorse a candidate for public office than any other spokesperson for any tax exempt organization or lobby group (which are legion). Saying they cannot would mean that religious people are second class citizens, but members of PACs are full citizens...with freedom of speech, assembly, lobby, etc.

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Christians, does this make sense? God has the power of creation & made us in it's image. Woman also have the power of creation, therefore God is a woman & it should be women who control the church not men. Women "bear" children. They do not "create" them in the sense that God creates. At any rate, we don't "inherit" our immortal souls from our parents. That comes from God. And many women are in leadership roles in many churches. However, it is a misjudgement to think that being in a priestly or leadership role is being in a "controlling" position. The pastors, priests, bishops, whatever...

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In the past when literacy rates and educational standards in the general population were low I could understand that there was a need for the Bible to be read out loud. But what is the point of having Pastors / Priests / Vicars etc in these modern times? All churches have the basic system of heirarchy, i.e., officials who oversee the organization, perform the ordinances, etc. And "reading" not necessarily mean understanding. So, there must always be teachers in the church. True, a well-read individual can have their own interpretation of certain scriptue, but most protestant churches allow for this, provided it does not contradict the...

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If i comes before e except after c, then is science spelled wrong? (lol) All rules of spelling have exceptions. This is one of them. It has to do with the etymology of the word. 'Science' comes from the Latin and was pronounced differently than we pronounce it. It would have been pronounced 'Ski-ens', meaning 'knowledge', with a "hard C". There are some other words in English that are from Latin and Greek that do not conform to the general rule of spelling.

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The best punch in the world is teh left hook...any want to argue taht? It can be...against a right handed opponent. You need to have good left arm strength, though.

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If I confided in my pastor & his pastor wife I was mentally ill & he now gossips telling lies about what he thinks about me and he only spoke w/me 5 minutes. Isn't it a sin to gossip even more sinful for a pastor & if he is lying about what I said? It certainly is, Lealea. He betrayed your trust. And he betrayed his own office. So did his wife. I would "shake the dust of that place from my shoes and go my way". But, don't think all clergy or pastors or churches are like this, honey. They are not. I know you may be distrustful for a while. But do look around. If you have friends who attend a church, check it out with them. God...

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I think to be good you have to do good. What do you think? Yep. You gotta walk the walk. You can't just talk the talk. Talk is the cheapist thing there is. Even parrots can do it.

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Who decides how much the pastor of a church gets paid? Some pastors make hundreds of thousands of $$$ per year plus perks. The "deacons", I guess. I don't know about that stuff. Our priesthood is not paid. Only the missionaries and full time seventies, Apostles, and Presidency is salaried. We don't pay people to get up once a week and perform for us...or tell us what we want to hear.

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Who decides how much the pastor of a church gets paid? Some pastors make hundreds of thousands of $$$ per year plus perks. The "deacons", I guess. I don't know about that stuff. Our priesthood is not paid. Only the missionaries and full time seventies, Apostles, and Presidency is salaried. We don't pay people to get up once a week and perform for us...or tell us what we want to hear.

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Which would be worse? A broken jaw or a broken neck? Give me a broken jaw...anytime. A broken neck can kill you.

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Which would be worse? A broken jaw or a broken neck? Give me a broken jaw...anytime. A broken neck can kill you.

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Which would be worse? A broken jaw or a broken neck? Give me a broken jaw...anytime. A broken neck can kill you.

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Are you annoyed or even offended by religious extremest on ab? No more than by the rabid, evangelistic, trolling athiests around here. They are all one and the same as far as I am concerned.....All of them are clueless. None have really read or studied anything,..because of illiteracy,..and laziness. None have a thing to say to me. Have at it, kids,..rip...slash...cut...

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Are you annoyed or even offended by religious extremest on ab? No more than I am by rabid, evangelistic atheists around here. They are one and the same as far as I am concerned.....

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I can't believe I'm asking this, but when do you use a semicolon? Usually only when you want to separate a descriptive sentence from a series of answers, as in, The Great Plains states are as follows; N. Dakota, S. Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas. Oklahoma, Texas, and parts of Colorado and Wyoming and Montana....

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How do I decorate a country bathroom? Oh, heck, hon, just throw a bear skin on the floor and tell everybody to aim good.

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Is there anything better than the Army-Navy game? You bet! The Oklahoma-Texas game...any sport, any time.

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What kind of interesting freshwater fish would go into my 30 gallon? Well, the most common is carp, "goldfish". But, a much more interesting one would be baby catfish. They can grow to be very large in nature, but no fish will outgrow its habitat, so it will stay small in a tank. They will also keep the thing cleaner as they are "bottom feeders". And they will not hurt other fish. I have kept a few little catfish in all my freshwater tanks as well as...

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where's NUNYA ??? Probably getting ready for a big Christmas party with family,..Chopping wood, butchering hogs and plucking chickens, etc....(lol) She is a country gal, ya know.

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Is this sentence grammatically correct ? - Tell me three things you believe are needed to achieve something. It is grammatically correct, but could be said more simply. I concede to gtravels. I perceive that she has been trained to say things succintly and directly (smile).

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Although it is demographically, is the United States a Christian nation? Should it be? With 83% of Americans identifying themselves as Christians, 4% as identifying themselves with other religions, and 13% not identifying with any religion, I think it is safe to say that the U.S. is very much a "Christian" nation. It is a Christian nation which tolerates the few other religions and also allows for open non-belief. The U.S. was founded under a Constitution which guarantees...

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Is the ABer "dani" more sweet or more naughty?=D She had better be even more sweet if she wants a visit from Santa. I am working for him now, you know....I am watching, making a list, and checking it twice...(wink)

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Is the ABer "dani" more sweet or more naughty?=D Share your answer...

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So, you are my AB friend, awesome! If you are not an AB friend of mine how come you are not? ;-D Share your answer...

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Are you debating on leaving because of the "new" AB? No. It will take a bit of time to get oriented but I am still here for the duration.

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Are you debating on leaving because of the "new" AB? No. It will take a bit of time to get oriented but I am still here for the duration.

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Are you debating on leaving because of the "new" AB? No. It will take a bit of time to get oriented but I am still here for the duration.

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What does your family leave out on Christmas Eve as a 'thank you' for Santa? Usually it is whatever mom and dad like,...cookies and cocoa, coffee and donuts...(smile).

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Why did so many Scandinavians move to Wisconsin and Minnesota? Good question. The area is very similar to Scandinavia and they were mostly farmers and dairymen and loggers. They adapted very well to the new country.

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What happened to the magic? We grew up, went to school, and they taught us Science.

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What's going on with all the women lining up to admit they were involved with Tiger Woods? They want money from mags that will publish their stories.

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So, you are my AB friend, awesome! If you are not an AB friend of mine how come you are not? ;-D You didn't ask.

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What is the best way of travelling between Oslo and Copenhagen? I would like to do it in a Viking longship,..in summer, preferably.

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What caused the strange lights over Norway in 2009? It could have been a meteor that went into a spiral turn when it hit the atmosphere. We don't know that this cannot happen. I have seen a similar thing. I just put it down as another UFO...till an explanation could be given.

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Can dogs breed with dingos? Certainly. Dingos are wild dogs. They were brought into Australia by the first aboriginal people.

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Who is the best fighter pound for pound? 'Sugar' Ray Robinson (1921-1989), welter and middle-weight champion, "pound for pound, punch for punch, the best boxer ever.

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If you go over the rainbow bridge where will you be? On the yellow brick road...to OZ. I thought everyone knew that....(lol)

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Have you ever won a radio contest? Yes, it was long ago. I was in high school. I called in a correct answer that had everyone stumped for an hour. I won a free album.

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When will Answerbag's new features be available? Soon, I would think. They were down last night "working" on them. I got a glimpse of the new format before it became "unavailable". Looked interesting. Some more color and a different look. I am patient and so should we all be.

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You don't love me don't you? Of course I do, dear CaRb. I love you in theory,...but I don't really know you in fact,..but I am sure I would...(wink)

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Would you rather be uncomfortable but excited, or relaxed but bored? Boredom is a state of mind. I can always think of ways not to be bored. I like a little excitement now and then, too, but I don't want it all the time.

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Where do you buy your used books? At the used book store, of course. There is a very good one, here. It buys and sells used books.

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What makes medicine that needs other medicine to cure its side effects NOT poison? It can get complicated, but there are such things in medicine. Those who take diuretics for fluid accumulation must also take prescription potassium (Slow K) to replace the potassium lost and maintain a balance. Potassium is necessary for heart function.

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What was this? Very interesting. It could be a meteorite that took a spiral turn when it brushed the atmosphere. There is no law of physics which says meteorites must remain in a linear trajectory.

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Have you ever tried or even heard of 7up Cake? If you have tried it, how is it? Yes, my sister made one for Thanksgiving. Very good. I can't say that it affects the taste of the cake (vanilla) very much, but it was very fluffy and light.

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You know that sticky white stuff that folks use to prevent water from seeping into the walls behind their tubs and shower units? Well, if somone were to slurp some of that from the container tube into their mouth, would they be known as a "CAULK SUCKER?" I think you have had too much free time on your hands lately, Mensan.....

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What are some good reasons NOT to get a tattoo? The mood you are in at the time may not last long. Tattoos are pretty permanent. You may change your mind later. Be careful!

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Is Afghanistan really a "graveyard of empires"? Yep. Many empires have tried to incorporate it. Alexander tried and failed. Octavian tried and failed. Genghis Khan was another. He failed. Kublai Khan also failed. Several Russian Czars also tried and failed. The British Empire also tried and failed. So did one Soviet Premiere. Others should have taken a cue from those failures. They did not. Some places should just be left alone....

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Would you rather be at the cricket? I would rather be almost anywhere except the place I have to go to for eight hours today. Work is good, but, I relly nead a very long vacation.

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I have a biological family that has been, for the most part, rude and abusive to each other and to me. I DON'T condone it! I DON'T placate it! And I DON'T tolerate it! I have walked away; emotionally, mentally, and physically! Why don't MOST people? Well, you probably did the right thing, Millenium. My family is totally different, so I can't really give more advice. They are all always there for me when I need them. Always have been. We were always close, even as kids. Our parents made sure we respected each other. They did not allow bullying or teasing. Oh, there was some teasing, but it was "fun stuff". I was the...

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What is your LEAST favourite Christmas song? "Grandma Got Run-over by a Reindeer"! (lol!) That is really gross!

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Have you ever slept/laid in a hammock? Is it hard to balance while in one? (lol!) Yep. I have one. The trick is getting it hung and tied right. And you have to be a sound sleeper, not one who flops around a lot. And hang it over the grass, not over concrete, in case you do fall out...(lol)

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Does the direction of your life surprise you? In a way. I did not start out to work in this field. I was going to be something much different. But, life can deal some strange hands. At least I had the skills to deal with my surprise hand. (smile)

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How often are you wrong about people? Do you tend to dislike those who are nice and like those who are "edgy"or dangerous? Edgy people turn me off. I would not hire one,.. certainly not in my line of work. I need calm and responsible people. We work with potentially dangerous machines. You have to be responsible.

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I have never had an issue with someone else's religion or who someone chooses to love, have you? Why do some people care? Nope. Never have. Any religious faith deserves respect, unless it tells you to hate someone else. That is my cue that it is a bogus faith. If it does not recognize a loving God, it is bogus.

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If the economy really bottomed out, and you had to sell something of value to get by, what would you sell and what would you never ever sell and why? I have a few antiques inherited from my mom through my grandmother and great grandparents. I also have some of my mom's jewelry and some things from my dad that are worth a great deal on the market. But I would never sell them. I would sell this house first.

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What makes white men more desirable to women of all races? Not sure we are. When I was in the military in the Far East, we were certainly sought after by many local women. I suppose they thought all American men were rich, even enlisted pfc.'s and airmen 2cd class. (lol) They were mistaken, but we did not discourage their delusion....

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Why is the USA such a staunch ally of Israel? (opinions welcome) It is complicated and goes way back. It is both sympathy for the survivors of the holocaust after WWII and the fact that Americans are sympathetic to the only true democracy in the Mid East. The concept of the State of Israel made sense after WWII. It was hoped it would also bring a stabilization in Palestine, where there had never been a real peace. Britain had Palestine as a...

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How OK is it for a woman to go out clubbing and partying without her husband? In my experience, it is not the best thing, unless the woman is with a close group. That is pretty common now. But, if she goes alone,...it is usually indicating she is "looking for something".

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What questions do you have about climate change? I am curious as to why all the focus seems to be on environmental matters and less attention is given to the natural cycles which we know are constant from historical records. They occur in about three hundred year cycles. It is foolish to ascribe all climate change to human influence. We are puny little actors here. I don't deny some human influence, but I believe it is much...

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What does this mean?? "slower onset latency" I believe it is a term in psychology. In Freudian theory, children enter a sexual "latency" period, where they are not interested in things sexual, but are interested mostly in discovering the world around them and have great curiosity and are involved in physical activity and sports and games. Freud considered this vital to childhood development. A "slower onset latency"...

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Which parts of the Caribbean did Christopher Columbus sail to? The island of Hispanola, Cuba, and a few surrounding smaller islands. He believed he was in the "Indies". It was some years before everyone realized otherwise.

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How do you organise your bookcases? I don't have a strict 'system', but just keep the reference books, non-fiction, and fiction separate. At least I know where everything is.

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What is your opinion of the Episcopal/Anglican news story? [Please see the LINK below this question, when it becomes visible.] http://www.rte.ie/news/2009/1206/anglican.html Well, I never had much of an opinion of the Anglican (Episcopalian) Church before,...so why would I now? So they appointed a gay bishop. So what? He is not my bishop as I am not an Episcopalian. I couldn't really care less what they or any church other than my own does.

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Is gift wrap a waste of paper? Much less expensive than the cardboard box the gift is in. And it is Christmas, TheMan, which means I could not care less what it costs. I paid for all the gds, myself. I will do with it what I want. You don't like it? Here, have a wad of styro packing. I think you know where you can shove it. Nu?

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Is this the time of day all the fanatics come out, or those people with no sense of humour or am I just lucky this morning because my little friend got a pretty red crayon to take to school ? Have a nice day people:) Sol will not show his shining face for at least one more hour. It is winter, here, Suby, and we are on daylight savings time,...not strict meridian time. It is 6:00 a.m. right at this moment. And it is still very dark. It will be dark for at least one more hour,...probably longer.

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Do your wants outnumber your needs? I am sure, Rosie,...even at my advanced age. We all want more than we actually need. But, that is what keeps us going ...and volunteering for overtime. (lol) We all want more than we need. I want to be able to travel this Christmas and visit relatives I have not seen for years. I don't "need to"...but I want to. So, does that make me "greedy"?

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Have you ever wanted to do the pink glove dance? Keith, there is hardly a dance I have not wanted to try. And I have done most of them. I even did the Watusi and the Limbo on stage at a karaoke bar on more than one occasion...to a raucous applause. What more can I say? I am just a party animal, keith.....(lol!)

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Does Roger Federer get the giggles? When somebody tickles his roger with a feder.....

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After all that we've been through___________. (can you complete the sentence?) ____you have the consummate gall to give me a list of indebtedness! For what?! Hell, I carried your arse over that last mountain! Get out of my face, you ungrateful bastard! And if you ever come calling on my sister again, I'll shoot your worthless arse! (lol!)

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What is a good gift for a traveller? A bottle of penicillin tablets.

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What are some good products for restoring, cleaning, and polishing steel? OK, if you promise not to laugh before you finish reading,...The best I have found is a product called "dip-it". It is a stain remover and polisher for glass, porcelain,...and metals,..all metals. It works great on stainless steel. It is distributed by Reckitt-Benckiser. You can find it in the housewares dept. of most stores...yes, Wal-Mart, too. And it does really work. That is...

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I've got a ______ on my finger and I can't get it off. (fill in the blank) Wart!

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Are there any animals that knowingly and intentionally commit suicide? That is a tough one. In theory, they don't. However, some old timers, who I have no reason to call "prevaricators", have told me stories about some animals who did...and that they witnessed it. In the old days, there was a lot of trapping in my area, as it was very much the "frontier" at the time. And this was long before statehood. I have heard my grandfather...

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Would you love an all you can eat dessert bar? "Get the behind me, Satan"! (lol!)

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Is it ever a good idea to delay college? Sure. It may be. I delayed it...for about three years. I went off to the Far East in the service of my Uncle Sam. I went to college when I got done. I was also very much helped by generous contributions from my Uncle toward my college tuition and livelihood. I still had to work a bit, but I could not have done it without the G.I Bill. And it is debatable whether I learned more in the...

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Should parents allow their children to get tattoos? Not before eighteen. After that you can only cringe when they come home with a snake entwined down their arm. I never got the reason for big, gross tattoos. Why would a young person want to debase their beautiful young bodies with such crud? I am not totally against tattoos. Some small ones can be very elegant. My brother has one and so does his son. They are small US Marine Corps...

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Signs that the person you are dating is too young? They ask you to stop at the Quick-Trip so they can get some bubble gum....

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What's at stake in Copenhagen? UEFA League Soccer playoffs (?) Who will be the European Champs?

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Can one survive on bread and water? Not for long, but longer than on water alone. There is bread...and there is bread. If the bread is refined flower...you will die soon. And it will not be a pleasant death. Beri-beri and scurvy and other diseases will accumulate and come before death by starvation. If it is whole grain bread, you will live a little longer,..how long is not really documented...I don't think. But you...

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What is the first thing you think about when you see a girl with big (DD) boobs?[and I have big boobs so be careful what you say] Well, ShinySomeone, I don't think a great deal, except that maybe she could be a good breast feeder if she ever has babies. I am not a "breast man", really. I am more an admirer (besides her face) of a woman's hips and thighs and calves. That is where my eyes are drawn automatically. Sorry, that is just the way it is. I did not choose to like what I like. I don't...

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Which single movie has starred the most oscar winning actors and actresses in it? Possibly "The Longest Day", 1962 (?) My other guess, besides the ones mentioned by others, would be, "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World", 1963. I thought everyone in Hollywood was in that movie! (lol!) And it was abjectly hilarious.

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Today is my first anniversary of being on AB. Would you like to come to a party this afternoon? But, more important, does this mean I'm addicted? You may be, Sherri. It can become very addicting. But it is a cheap addiction. It only costs a little time. Time you might possibly better use doing something more important...like watching TV. (lol) Sure, I am always up for a party. Your place? Do I BMOB?

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Has anyone here been or know someone who has been pregnant and not known it? It just seem impossible to me for someone to not know before they give birth. What do you think? I have heard of such "incidents", but I think the woman must not have been too bright. There was one case, back several years ago, when a woman who had had a hysterectomy (removal of uterus but not ovaries) actually conceived and gestated a fetus on her large intestine. The fetus was fully developed and ready for "birth" by the time it was discovered. She went to a doctor...

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Is a country that embraces multiculturalism and integration more at risk from terrorism? Of course. American and European countries must cope with the problem of civil liberties and those who may use them as a shield for terrorist activities. The perpetrators of the 9/11 terror attack had been in the U.S. for years,...taking flight training classes. They lived and moved here as freely as any citizen. Today, descrimination in visas and immigration is not "bigotry". It...

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You have a very interesting ______ ? (Please have fun and use as many words as needed) ....way of letting people know whether you like them or not....

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Where does the word atheist come from? How long has it been here with us? From the Greek. 'a', prefix meaning, without or no, and -'theos', god. It has been around a long time,...since classical times, at least. Socrates was condemned to death by the Athenian "powers that were" for "corrupting the minds of the youth" and accusations of "impiety", which basically meant 'atheism'. Socrates questioned the...

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How often do you clip your finger nails? Mine grow really fast and I have to keep them very short. I probably clip them three times a week. My hair and beard still grow very fast as well. I was told it was a sign of good health, so I can't complain.

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When does a break mean goodbye? When she moves in with another guy.

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Do wear really bright colors Only at the Scottish Club parties or at the festivals. I am really rather impressive in my clan regalia...as we all are..(lol) The rest of the time, I am rather plain and possibly drab. I don't even wear bright ties.

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How do you like your spare ribs? Broiled plain or BBQ'd. Either way is acceptable.

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Why are people slave to diets? They can eat damn near what they want if they spend the claories. It is not what you eat, it is what you keep. You burn more than you eat, you can eat what you want and not get fat. How hard is that? Too hard for most, it would seem, HC. Getting off your duff and "moving it" is not an option for many in the weight loss obsession. Yet, staying on the diets seems to be equally difficult.

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What does hair look like when it is coiffed? Stiff, brittle, and phony.

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When do you suppose Christians and political conservatives will wake up and realize that they aren't the same thing? Oh, I think most Christians already know that, ninja man. Do you think they only vote for conservatives? Few liberals would ever be in office if that were true, as those who identify themselves as Christians make up eighty-five percent of the U.S. voting population. I don't know when "right wing fundamentalists" came to be representative of all Christians, but it seems to be...

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Is this the time of day all the fanatics come out, or those people with no sense of humour or am I just lucky this morning because my little friend got a pretty red crayon to take to school ? Have a nice day people:) I have a little friend with a new red crayon, too, Firebrand. I actually think I would miss him/her if they stopped sending me pretty notes. I would feel as if they had lost interest in me....(lol)

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What was the biggest meat eating dinosaur to roam the earth? Tyrannosaurus Rex. No competition.

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Hey guys, would you please drop by and join Andrew in his ''a tumbleweed in the {SAGE} brush celebration''? Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion, Andrew. Just watch out for that Rosemary gal,..and that Thyme character. They are trolls...(lol)

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Knock! Knock! ... I'm at your door and It's pouring with rain ... my car has broken down and I need to use the phone, do you allow me in? Maybe or maybe not. If I just heard a TV report of somebody who was on the prowl and wanted in the area after a robbery or something, I might think twice. But, you could give me the number you wanted to call and I would call it for you.

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Which country makes the most depressing films? There was a time when I would have said Sweden,(Ingmar Bergman and all those depressing psychodramas), but I think I would have to say France now. I am not sure of the cultural reasons why, and I won't hazard a guess. I will leave that to someone else.

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Whats the most imortant thing you must know about someone? Is what they tell you about themselves the truth?

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Is Michael Myers actually Jesus? No. Trust me on this.

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Stories of 'immaculate conceptions' in various forms abound in two religions I know of. What are your thoughts on the concept of 'immaculate conception'? Immaculate conceptions (sexless) do indeed appear in many religions. The Christian tradition of Mary's immaculate conception was very late in coming into Christian belief, and it is only the Catholic Church that has it as a "doctrine". In fact, the "virgin birth" of Jesus was also a later doctrine. It was not a part of the early church's doctrine. It is obvious...

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In the battle of breakfast, who would win... Malt-O-Meal or Cream Of Wheat? I always preferred Malt-o-Meal. It was a change of pace from oatmeal. And it went great with cocoa and peanut butter on toast.

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Is there anything better then driving through freshly fallen autumn leaves? Yep. Strolling through them

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How do you determine what is an acceptable interpretation of the Bible and what isn't? How do you decide this? Just use my best judgement...based on a lot of study and conversation with others who also study.

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Whats the worst thing you could be yelling above the music when it cuts off? Oh, yeah?! Well, I faked all of mine, too!! But your sister didn't fake hers!

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So, how do you feel about this? It's early yet. Give me some time.

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When should the Answerbag Christmas party for 2009 be held? Many people are travelling or visiting with family during Christmas week, so the best time might be the week before.

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If you're an angel what will you do to human beings?. The word means "messenger". Angels presumably only perform assigned tasks.

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I'm considering a PhD program. I have a BSBA in Business Admin. and Political Science, and a Masters in Industrial Relations and Organizational Development. Recommend a field of study? ( Consider that I will probably never work in the field ) International Trade would seem logical. It would be interesting to me.

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Al-Quest is now a maestro. Who would like to join me at a Canada party in his honour? Congratulations, Al-Quest! Will there be plenty of Molson's?

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Was there a big change in you between the age of 20-30 or 30 - 40 years old? Probably the biggest was between 20 and 30. That period involved getting discharged from the military, going to college, getting into the work force, etc. No big personality changes, just generally "growing up".

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Why are pointe shoes so important, and how does it feel to dance in them? I suppose they are necessary for Ballet, but I am dubious of their "healthiness" for feet. I would imagine most are custom made for the dancers, though.

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What would you say if your boss was off work due to sickness? "I hope he is back soon!" I have a great boss..and things don't usually run as smoothly when he is not here.

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What would be the best thing someone could say to you today? Through the grapevine: Catherine Z-J has left Michael, saying she has fallen in love with a man known only as Tom47 on AB.....Then the alarm went off and I had to go to work.

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Why are foreclosures increasing even as the economy is recovering? Many who made home purchases or took mortgages earlier during the great "encouragement" years are still not as able to make the payments, though the economy has improved slightly recently.

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Are the kids of today softies? You can't generalize, but there are certainly more physically inactive and obese kids today than probably ever before...at least in the U.S. The stats say that a full one third of kids in the U.S. are overweight and not as physically active as they should be. It probably varies a lot by area, urban vs rural, etc..

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Can you give an example of something that was "improved" and became worse, not better in your opinion? Oh, Rosie, you temptress! Don't get me started. I am trying to avoid politics and economics on AB, now. I have sworn off. Help me stay sworn off. Being an ABoholic is bad enough. (lol)

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Money may not buy happiness, but doesn't it make the misery so much fun and interesting? Actually, money can buy a lot of happiness. But, is it TRUE happiness? Well, it sure beats the heck out of being broke, hungry, wet, and cold.

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There is a girl you been with for some time and really love. Would you be more hurt or angry if she cheated with a man who is a stranger, a friend or relative, or another woman? Would not matter. Toss her clothes and all her bags out onto the yard and lock the door.

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How do you make a library sexy? Just put in a few computers. Oh, they already did that...Hmmm

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Should New Jersey have same-sex marriages? Well, why argue about New Jersey? It is already legal in other states...Should it be legal anywhere? Well, it has been a state thing for a long time. The states decide. Problem with this is, what if they move to another state? Is their status as a married couple recognized there? Legal matters abound...still and yet.

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Do ginormous fast food helpings need a health warning? No. People need a brain warning. But, I might be starved to death after a week of working in the mountains fighting a forest fire....Maybe I can use all the fat, carbs, protein I can get into me (?) Who is going to "warn" me not to chow down like a logger? Who wants to be tossed through the window like a Norwegian at a Knights of Columbus meeting?

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Third in the line of US Presidential Succession is a former Klu Klux Klan officer. He filibustered the 1964 Civil Rights Act for 14 hours. Should the President, VP and Speaker of the House become incapacitated would you support Robert Bird as President? (lol) Well, it's the Byrd it's the Byrd it's the Byrd Byrd Byrd...and everybody knows that the Byrd is the Word!...Wababababababababa ooomaumaubapaoomaumaubapamamaumau! (LOL!) Vinc3nt! How long do you think that senile old fart would last in the White House? The Senate and House and Joint Chiefs would have him in virtual protective custody immediately. At least I hope to God...

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How often do you flag an answer if it is in the wrong category? Oh, I don't think I ever have. I leave that to the CL's. They want the job, they got it. I just want to visit and throw my BS around. And sometimes maybe give somebody some good advice or answers that they are looking for.

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Which country's homes are now the world's largest? Whichever country has the most old Victorian houses still standing. Just looking around my home county and state, I am tempted to say the U.S., but I am usually wrong on questions like this. It is probably Holland or Denmark or someplace....

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Do you prefer pine or plastic Christmas trees? I prefer cedar, but, you have to wait till the tree farms harvest their crop. I just put up the plastic thing anymore. I don't have any littluns around to give a sense of the "real thing" to. So, it is not a big thing anymore

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What do you think about this phrase?..."You're an idiot if you don't know how to text...idiot!" OK, dummy, so you can text,..but you still can't spell worth a shit! So, don't call me an idiot!

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Should food stamps be used to buy organic food? Sure, why not? Ain't it good?

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How long did it take you to come up with your current screen name? (if you are not anonymous) About ten seconds....(lol)

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Do you like the Crystal's Christmas songs? I love them. OK, so hit me hard for it...I don't care. Nu? Crystal Gayle is who I meant, in case of confusion....

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Do you plan on "gettin' any" tonight? Jay, my whole life is one big plan,...but, alas, "the best laid plans of mice and men...gang aft agley"...

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Do you appreciate and/or enjoy the variety among the AB users? What variety? We are all the same kind of crazy nuts as far as I can tell....Well, that Mensan guy is a little strange...and -Icy-silver, well, I am still trying to figure when I can get out to Tennessee to see her....But, I may be getting in way over my head there.

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I have no idea what to get my dad for Christmas, he already has or goes out an buys whatever he wants/needs, any good suggestions? (Serious please) Hmmm....How about a picture of yourself and any other special people, framed nicely and with a special message for him etched on it? Anyway, it must be something personal. As you said, he can buy anything for himself he wants. This has to be something from you that he can't buy or get for himself.

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Could anyone play Basil Fawlty other than John Cleese? (lol!) No!

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Is the NHL more violent than it used to be? Used to be? As in 'when'? The sixties? seventies? eighties? How do you get more violent than that? It is either as violent or less, now...one or the other.

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Are there any Atheists like me that wish there were a God? Well, 5349U11, have you ever seriously looked for Him? I mean, really? What do you want to be shown? Do you want a bolt from the sky and big words written across the horizon, "I AM GOD!" (?) Hell, Hollywood could do that! He is never going to give a big Hollywood extravaganza. He just doesn't operate that way. And how much would you respect such a display? And what would...

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In a small country, the Queen saves all the persons who don't save themselves. Who saves the Queen? God saves the Queen! (lol) He sends Roland, the pure white knight, to defend the realm.

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There is a level of sentimental affection for the Krays - even amongst some of the most law abiding. Why could this be? (smile) Maybe for the same reason the "Sopranos" were such a popular little family in the U.S. for so long, Jadey. And why the "Godfather" serial movies were such money-makers. There is a sort of love/hate relationship that many have with "the mobsters" and all the "anti-heroes" in the movies. Most would never want to deal with any of them in real...

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If a female domestic dog wants to become alpha female and form the first pack with alpha male wolf in nature,what breed you think would make the best as alpha female? You can't use the same terms with domestic dogs as you use with wolves or other wild canines. There are some similarities in their social organization but domestic dogs are fixated on humans as their "alphas" or leaders. That is the way they were bred to be. It took thousands of years to breed canines (wolves) who would look upon humans as their "pack leaders". If you...

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What percentage of questions do you think on here genuinely require an answer compared to those just made up on the spur of the moment? I resemble that! (lol) Actually, most of mine are opinion questions. I can get most facts elsewhere,..though not all. And many AB'ers have more factual knowledge about certain things than you can google or Wiki,..like things about their local area. I can find all the hotels and motels in Knoxville, TN, on Google or Yahoo, but I don't know which would be the best one for my...

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Which one is more nutritious;egg yolk or egg white? The white has the protein and some minerals. The yolk has the vitamins and more minerals and most of the energy. It also has fat and carbohydrates, but, they are the "good kind", not like the fat in meats.

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What is the thing you forget the most? To send notes (emails) to my family and friends...telling them I am thinking of them, or just give them a call. We all get so busy and wound up in our own lives, we forget to stay in contact with those most important to us. "The world is too much with us"__Wm. Wordsworth

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What is the meaning of Hebrews 12: 1-2? "Keep the Faith, babes! The Master laid it all on the line for you. Don't dishonor Him by bad and wicked thoughts and deeds. We are saved by His grace, but God is not mocked".

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If a tiger and a lion are fighting to the dead,which one will you support/choose as the winner? Male or female? This could be critical to the answer.

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What county is known as "the garden of England"? That would be the beautiful county of Kent.

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Should we wear helmets while skiing or snowboarding? I recommend it, as with bike riding.

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What saves more water? Washing a load of dishes in the dishwasher once a week or washing the dish by hand when you are done using it? Washing them by hand saves more water...and energy. But, we are lazy aren't we? (wink)

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Where have you found yourself? Not really. I have been looking for over half a century. I am getting closer, though. I think I may find me pretty soon, now. I have to get out of town and go back to my mountains to do it. I was sure I knew me at one time. I was about sixteen. I need to get that certainty back. It was in the mountains that I was last very sure. I really did know. I drove my pickup to the top of the...

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Can a "loyalty oath" ensure the loyalty of Afghanis? Can peeing off a mountain top ensure the growth of future forests?

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Your in the witness protection program so what do we call you? (we wont tell) :) Code47. Yeah, I seen it. I seen it all. I know who done it. I was standin' over by the termaters at the Wild-Mart. Told m'wife, "Theys some strange thaings a goin' down h'yar, Ethel". She said, "Jist don't look at it, Tom". Couldn't hep it none. Done seen it. Anyways, these guys in black suits come up and shows me these big badges and...

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Who is the best known Canadian? John Candy (?)

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Should Michaele and Tareq Salahi be imprisoned for crashing a State Dinner? Oh, hell, with all the entertainment they have provided, just a slap on the wrist and "naughty, naughty" is probably enough. I really think more was made of this than it is worth. And Tiger's backing over a water outlet has also been blown out of all proportion. Give the guy a break, for goodness sake! Surely more important things are happening in the world to occupy CNN and...

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Um you have something in your teeth? Well, yeah,...a little silver. But it's mine, not yours. Get out of my face! (lol)

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Does Washington DC belong to all Americans? Yep. Whether it likes it or not. And the rather silly push for statehood status should remain buried in the "crack-pot file" of all representatives. "It ain't no town and it ain't no city,..it's just a little place called Doo-wa-ditty". (smile).

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What vegetables are best to put in soup? You can never go wrong with chopped potatoes, onions, and cabbage. You can then add anything else that strikes your fancy.....

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Do you like beef stroganoff? Very much. Possibly too much.

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Why on earth would the Liberals back Kevin Rudd’s great green tax? Well, because they are liberals,...and it sounds good to them. Their knees jerk automatically. That tells them that they do not have to read and study anything. They like that.

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Have you ever tasted true southern fried chicken (chicken fried south of the mason dixon line)? Yes. I grew up on it. And the chickens did not come from the supermarket, either...or from KFC. (lol)

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Why do US liberals want government health care? They are programmed to think that the government should take care of everyone...in all aspects of their lives. They may have had parents that babied and protected them from everything. Their dads probably did not teach them how to fight and defend themselves against bullies. They probably went to the school principal or teacher and demanded that they protect their baby from any conflicts....

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Why do so many people incorrectly write/say "PROLLY," instead of the proper/correct "PROBABLY?" Are they lazy, or do they have a speech impediment that prevents the correct pronunciation from being used? Actually, my word is usually "prob". (lol) Yeah, it is laziness. I admit it. I do write the word out if it is in a serious comment, though.

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Would you relish the idea of spending a whole day alone or not? I relish them often, whenever I have the chance. I do like to be with family and friends,...but I like my own company as well. I am always comfortable with my own company. Clear conscience.

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What breed of dog you know to produce the longest fur? The sweet old St. Bernard can grow a very heavy coat of fur. They need it for their job in the high Alpine mountains of Switzerland and the French and German Alps. They have helped a lot of people who were stranded in snow storms and landslides. Big, gentle giants.

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Why are aliens blamed when a rancher finds cattle mutilated? Are they? I think that was a passing fad and accusation back in the eighties and some of the nineties. The cattle mutilations were sort of a creepy thing that has pretty much died out. Many of the "culprits" in my area were nailed by the ranchers...and by the law. They were definitely not "aliens". A lot of "crop designers" were also caught.

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How many times have you seen someone who had something very good going, did not realize they had it and just blew it big time? Sounds like you are talking to me, Hypocrisy_Central. Yeah, been there, done that. I made a lot of stupid mistakes in my younger years. I have corrected most of them. But, I still regret many things. Like I said, I was very young. And we aren't given a map of how to plan our lives. We are just given suggestions and advice. We are free to listen to them or ignore them. I ignored...

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If we really wanted to know the main cause for the ills of today's society, then what should we be testing people for? Their potential for hatred of strangers...whom they have never seen or met....(?)

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Whether you believe or not... Would the world be any better today without religion? Of course not. People will always find reasons to hate each other or want to rip each other off. It has been so since time immemorial. People would be even grubbier than they are without religion and some belief in a moral law or higher power. The grubbiest among us will always use religion to justify their pet hatreds. That is not the fault of religion or those who truly believe.

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What would Confucius say about your life? Confucius say, "Old fart like to repeat much of life if were possible. But, not possible. Must live with what got. Do best with what available".

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If I held the nail, and you held the hammer, Which would you hit? Let's work together, DukeG. You hold the nail straight on the board and I will hit it. Deal? (smile) Yeah, you do have to trust me, of course. But, I am an old nail hitter from way back. My grandaddy was a carpenter. (lol)

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Do you think most people feel lucky to have "escaped" their childhood? Or do believe most of us have very good memories of those times? I had a wonderful childhood,..almost "idyllic" in many ways. I feel sorry for those who had a bad childhood. Maybe it is one of the reasons for problems they may still have. Who knows?

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Are you sad Michael Jackson is dead? Yes, of course I am. He was a great talent, but actually had a sad life in many ways. He was a complicated person. He had serious problems, but, who doesn't? He could have used more real friends than he had, I think. I never bought the "evil pedophile" accusations. I don't know everything, and neither does anyone else, but the accusations never rang right to me. He...

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A group of puppy was produced when a female dog mated with her brother(in breeding),I know all the pups will inherited genetic problems,is there any way to cure this? Not necessarily a problem, Doctor D. A lot depends on the breed and the lineage. Inbreeding is sometimes done intentionally by kennels, but it is a very selective decision, and these are professional breeders (at least in the best kennels). If it is accidental, and the lineage is not that good, there can be problems. But, you have to wait and see. I don't agree with the practice,...

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Are your attitudes stuck in yesterday? Do they need to be retrofitted, refurbished, brought up to speed, updated? Oh, maybe a few,..but I think some of mine should be re-evaluated and adopted, too. All the old values and attitudes were not that shabby. We could use a few of them still.

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Where are you in your brother and sister chain... !! i'am no 4 in line of six kids ? where would you like to be ....oldest ,youngest or middle ?? or are you happy where nature placed you? Youngest of six, four older brothers and one older sister. She is next oldest to me. Six years. It is a long story. My dad went to WWII, though he did not have to. That is why there is the large gap. I had a pretty good "kid-hood", though it was a little strange with so many older siblings. I did have a lot of advantages. I certainly got a lot of help and advice. I got some...

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What movie have you seen the most times, and how many? Difficult. The movie I have probably seen the most, though not that I intentionally checked it out or tuned it in, is "It's A Wonderful Life", with Jimmy Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, and so many others. It is a traditional Christmas season movie and I usually always watch it again when it comes on. A close second would probably be "A Christmas Carol"....

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Where do you cut down your Christmas tree? I used to cut one on my uncle's property. He invited me and all the family to. But, he has passed and the property belongs to someone else now, so I just use an artificial one. There are always real ones for sale, but too expensive for no longer than they are used.

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What do you do when Black Friday comes? Stay home.

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Do you delay opening your credit card and other bills each month? I hate opening bills. But, it must be done. I usually get it over with as soon as possible.

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When you see an email from ______ in your inbox you smile? Jen

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Are you Quirky? How? Quirky? Moi? Just because I like to jump out of perfectly good airplanes and fall through the air for several minutes? Surely you jest?!

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Would this skeleton scare you? (lol) Still some life in the old fossil, eh?

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When you purchase a dozen donuts, cookies, and or bakery items, is the baker's dozen honored? Usually. Around here, it is always "cheaper by the dozen". And, if you are a regular customer,..it can be even cheaper than for others...(wink).

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"Boss"...."bossy". Funny. I haven't had many "bossy" bosses, have you? I have had supervisors who were guiding me and training me and reviewing my work and very helpful to me but "bossy"? Not so much. Wonder how boss turned into bossy? What do you think? I try not to be a "bossy" boss. I will work with anyone who really wants to do the job. Sometimes, though, there are those who will push you to the limit. I have little patience with those people. There are too many out there who would like to have their job...and do their best at it. I am a "nice boss", I think. But I have fired people for assuming I was "too...

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When you tell someone certain things are thier job, how do you feel about them aksing you " Do you want me to do this" ? or do you just keep repeating yourself to remind them it's thier job? I am a supervisor, Pistachio. Twice is the limit. Three strikes...and you are fired. I don't like firing people, but some just seem to beg for it. There are too many other people out there who really want to work and do the job.

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How many times do you invite someone to go with you or come over before you stop asking them again? Twice is the limit for me.

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Would you be involved with a person who say's they will never be married again? Would I? Well, I am at the present time. I am also one of those people.

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How many pets do you have?what are they?if you do not hve any pets say how many you want and what they are? I have one. A very "peculiar" beagle. He is nine years old, which makes him older than me..in doggy years. He lets me know it, too. He really thinks he owns this place and I am his hired care-giver. (smile) Actually, he is probably more right than he knows.

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What you do to attract others towards you ......? I have been told that I have a "nice smile"....

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Does anyone else have to work in this fiasco otherwise known as Black Friday? No, thank goodness, I am totally NOT WORKING today! I feel for those who must, though. Take care all.

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So whose THANKSGIVING for 2009 was all about FAMILY FIGHTING? Never hoppen, Millenium. If you got issues, just stay home. But, we don't have issues in my family. Just lucky, I guess.

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Could you give some reasons why we must wear socks before we put on our shoes? Well, socks absorb the sweat and oils from our feet. And they also make our feet more comfortable within our shoes. I wear sandles when at home. I like them and I think they are healthy for my feet. But, I have to wear heavy shoes at work. And those heavy shoes need socks....

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I think it is easier to change what we think about something than how we feel. So telling someone "you shouldn't feel that way" doesn't make any sense to me. What do you think? Very true. You can't tell someone "how to feel". You can't be in their shoes. All you can do is be with them and be a good listener. You can give advice if you are asked for it.

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Christmas shopping OR emptying the sewage tank? Get the tank emptied first. It will be harder later when it is much colder. You got lots of time to Christmas shop.

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What do you think is heavenly? A little kid's laughter.

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Do you always know exactly why you think or feel the way you do about things? If someone were to ask you to explain why, could you? Maybe not exactly, always, but a good explanation would be: "Walk in my moccasins for fifty years, turkey". (smile)

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Do you know a poem about the Winter? Yes. This is a poem that speaks to me a lot. It was written by a lovely lady in my home town. She was my high school English teacher and in her late sixties; "Ode to Winter", by Abigail Elizabeth McIntyre__"Shit! It's Cold!..The end".

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I wish you life filled with peace, joy and abundance on the Thanksgiving Day. What do you wish me? The same, Suby. Do you have a day like Thanksgiving? It is very unique and special here in the U.S.

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Are you on a mission today? Yes. I am on a mission to do absolutely nothing,..as I am off work. And Thanksgiving is over. Oh, the joy, the sheer decadence!...Three more days to do anything I want to do,...or not (lol!)

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Do you know the history of the home you live in. Any strange people or happenings? Not the one I am in now, but the one I grew up in,...yes! It was built by a doctor in the very early days of the nineteen hundreds. He was a community doctor and had his office and operating room and small recovery clinic in three rooms of the house. The house is a big two storey Victorian thing and is still considered a landmark. Many people were born in that house. It is a long story how...

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When was the last time you tore a fingernail? Don't think I ever did. I have to keep mine clipped close. I have had some smashed, though. Ouch!

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Is there such a thing as a 'sound valve' that allows person A to hear person B, but person B cannot hear person A? I think such a thing must exist in my house. I hear them, but they say they can't hear me. They are lying to you, Larry. And have you lost control of the TV clicker as well? Get it back! And yell louder when you want to be heard. "Nice guys" are on the short end. They always get taken for granted and taken advantage of. My old man was a kind and loving man, but he let us kids know, in no uncertain terms, "This is my house, I own it, you are my guests. Conduct...

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What was the name of the last magazine you read? Men's Health

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How do you react to rejection? I just smile. They will never know what they missed....(lol)

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Can Barack Obama destroy the enemy in Afghanistan, get the troops out and save himself? Much is possible. The probability factor is another thing. At least he has learned to give more ear to the military commanders in Afghanistan and Iraq. All Presidents usually learn a lot after their election that they did not know before. So, their policies are often somewhat different than their campaign rhetoric.

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Does it bothers you when someone made a song and a few months later,someone else made "the song-rearranged" which is totally different from the original? Sometimes, unless the rearranged one is much better,...and sometimes they are.

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How can we keep our minds out of the gutter? Think good thoughts...and limit your TV watching.

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What shouldn't you do with your turkey? Leave it out of the fridge too long.

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Should the government decide how welfare recipients should use their money? To an extent, yes. When you are getting support from the government, you are not in the same category as those who make their own. Social Services check all the time to see if children of welfare recipients are getting what they need. And they certainly should. Food stamps can only be used to buy food, not alcohol or tobacco. That is a form of control, but it is certainly logical.

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What did you do for Thanksgiving 2009? Same thing I did in 2008, 2007, 2006,......celebrated with family and friends.

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How long do you have leftovers after Christmas dinner? Abut a week, usually.

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Do you own anything pink and glittery? Errmmm....No.

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How do you deal with it when someone VERY close to you passes away? Not too well, I am afraid. I have sometimes been devastated for a long time. But I am fortunate (blessed) to have a great family who comes together at these times and supports everyone else.

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Have you ever heard someone say short story long ? :P Oh, lord, yes! My uncle could take the longest to get a story told of anybody I ever knew,..but I loved him dearly. He loved to embellish everything. He would wind up telling several different stories instead of the one he started with. (lol) And the older he got, the longer the stories got.

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What would you do if you were spending a weekend in Madison, Wisconsin? Ask myself how the hell I wound up here? (especially at this time of year!) Why not Fort Lauderdale?

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Why is the supernatural so hot right now? It is hard to say whether the culture feeds the movies and books or the other way round. Anyway, it seems even those who have lost any connection with religion or faith still need "something" to help them understand the very rapidly changing world they live in. My theory is that horror movies are sort of outlets for the subconscious fears many have that they cannot understand or...

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Can you give me every christmas song you know.. The place i'm working at wants me to play christmas songs throughout the month.. Just the title is okay,i'll google it That is most unusual, Shirou. Most businesses now don't want to touch anything involving Christmas, except maybe "Jingle Bells" and "Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer".

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Why don't wealthy people move to Scandinavia? They don't want to pay the taxes.

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What wine works best with traditional Thanksgiving dinner? Either red or white and any favorite brand. It is an open thing. We usually use a good American, usually California, brand. Sort of a patriotic thing, but there is no strict rule. Just enjoy.

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Do you ever fall asleep after a big meal? I certainly did today (lol). Only for a half hour or so...in the chair in the living room. Everyone just left me alone...

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Why do Americans eat mashed potatoes rather than roast potatoes at Thanksgiving? The gravies go better with mashed potatoes.

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What is or was the best musical partnership? Les Paul and Mary Ford.

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How do chicks celebrate Thanksgiving? Well, a lot of chicks I know around here cook a turkey dinner and invite their boyfriends and some other friends over. Sorry, keithold, but you left that shot wide open....(smile).

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Is it the human condition to have problems? Do you know, or have you ever known, a human who had no problems? Well, forget about people like Charley Manson, who we support and care for as if he were an endangered species of animal. Charley is doing fine, comfortable, and very well fed.....He will probably be brought out for his periodic television appearance again soon. He loves those. He never got on TV before he became a cult...

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What would your belly button say if it could talk to you? Send me more veggies and fresh fruit, dummy! You want to feel better, but what the hell can I do with all the crap your shoveling at me?! The meat is fine, but enough is enough, already!

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What's a good book that's title begins with an A? Arrowsmith, by Sinclair Lewis (1925) A classic, but with so many modern overtones it is uncanny. You could change the dates, throw in some computer tech, and have a modern medical novel that would be a best seller today.

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What is a good heart rate for a middle aged man? My doc thinks my 135/80 is great for me. And he especially likes my cholesterol (52), and blood sugar (43). It is regular working hours, some aerobics, low fat meals, and the best whiskey, nothing but the best....(lol). He even acts perturbed sometimes when he can't find a damned thing wrong with me.....(like there should be?).

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I misinformed customers about a sale we are having, how do we change or reinform them of the correct promotion? Ouch! But, it happens. Use the internet as much as you can to send to those major customers you have an addy for, and if it is the general public, use the newspapers. Newspaper flyers will cover a wide spectrum. You may be hesitant, but the fact you corrected your glich before sale date will probably make you more respected than you think.

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Do you regularly look like death warmed up? Only for the first hour and a half after I drag my dead ass out of bed. It is amazing what a shower, shave, and a half gallon of coffee can do for the general appearance....You still feel like shit, but nobody knows.

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Where did you notice your first grey hair? Head, nose, etc ... Moustache. It was followed by another...and another...at a very rapid pace. If I let my beard grow now,..Santa Clause would have heavy competition. (lol)

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Do you believe praying can change human events? I believe it can definitely change individual "human events". It has changed (affected) mine more than once. Does it or can it change human events on a national or global scale? I believe it is possible, if enough people are praying for the same thing...and it is a thing worthy of prayer

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Why is it that men generally have stronger arms than women? Testosterone. At puberty, girls start developing breasts, getting a soft and round figure, fat deposits on the buttocks, and the hip bones and pelvis widens. Boys don't change as fast or dramatically, but, their muscles begin to get bigger and more taught, and the shoulders and chest widen. Boys who are not physically active may not develop larger muscles to the extent others do. But,...

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Do we learn from taking tests even if we give the wrong answer? Possibly. You can learn how to take standardized tests better by taking them. Just remember that a standardized test is not a good or accurate way of determining what or how much anyone really knows.

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Should the disenfranchised realize as we're cheering when each time one of them succeeds it becomes that much harder for the rest to have excuses for why they don't? Sure, but eating sour grapes is a favorite thing in the US and in every other country in the world. We love to show our champions off to the world... so we can bring them home and beat the crap out of them.,...because we hate them so much for being better than we are at anything. That is how it was in kindergarten, elementary school, and that is how it is in life 101. Because, only a very...

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Help me!! Is there a way to block some certain sites from my computer?? I'm trying to stop looking at pervy things here.. Yes. When your finger starts twitching and wants to click on the perv link, get up,..go to the kitchen, or utility room, get a hammer, and bash your evil, sinful, perverted finger to a pulp. Or, you can just hit the "block this site" button on your tool bar.

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What's one thing YOU hate about Thanksgiving Day? I am supposed to visit and eat at more than one relative's house. That means I have to ration myself at every place...(Oh, the "Agony and the Ecstasy").....

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How do I go about my first Thanksgiving? Any last pointers? Just go to Wal-Mart and buy a turkey or capon. Go to the far wall and get some packaged dressing, and some packaged mashed potatoes. Get a bunch of salad stuff and some "corn on the cob". Go to canned goods and get a big can of sweet potatoes. Then go to the baked stuff and scarf some pumpkin pies, an apple pie or two, and some bread rolls. You can add any candy or other sweets...

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For those of you who eat breakfast (please don't answer if you don't), do you eat before or after you shower? Coffee,(necessities), shower, shave, dress,..then breakfast. I am not ready for breakfast until these others are accomplished. It's just my ritual.

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Give a stereotypical name for someone of each race, male and female? Good question, but too hard. And somebody would probably get offended. I could give good ones for all of them but,...I must decline. Ok, cn't resist. I will just do my own tribes, Scots and Irish; Jock and Mac, Mick and Paddy. Gals; Maggie and Lexie, Mary and Lizzie.

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Will Bruce Springsteen ever tour again with the E Street band? Probably. Even old farts like Bruce are often persuaded to tour again...and do. Why do they? Who knows? Fleetwood Mac certainly did not need the money when they made their last tour. Niether did the B52's. But, we loved them for it. It is possible, ya know, that many entertainers simply love the life, and the work. It is more than just more bucks for them.

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"As God is my witness,...I thought turkey's could fly"...What radio station owner said these words....twenty years ago...after the most hilarious fiasco on a TV sitcom program up to that time...(?) And it has just occurred to me that it was much longer ago than twenty years. My how the time does fly. Sorry. Overlook an old guy. We are still here, folks,..we just don't all live in the same time frame as you. (smile)

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Do you know when to pull me closer and know when to let me loose? "Dwibing in my caw,... toon on de wadio,...pull you wittle cwoser,...you say you don't wike it,..I say you a wi-er,..O-O-O-H-H-H, F-I-W-E-R! (lol) Bruce Springsteen,..as sung by Elmer Fudd....

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If I'm all knowing...how come I don't have all the answers? Who told you that you were "all knowing"?

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What is your score on this test? Mine was 15 out of 25! you will have to cut and paste it..site would not except the info. http://www.oldjoeblack.0nyx.com/thinktst.htm 23 here. Well, I had seen some before....

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Why does my computer, all of a sudden, get real slow for a few minutes, and then it is back to it normal speed? Mine will be doing great and bingo, it gets real slow just for a few minutes. Anyone here know why this happens? Can't say, Cotton, but I do a disk cleanup often. And I always exit from pages I have been on at a site, like AB. If you just go from one page to another without canceling out, you build up a lot of pages (files). And this can slow down your browsing.

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Would the animal kingdom survive if they lost their instinction? No. Animals are programmed to behave in certain ways and triggered by seasonal changes. Without these, they could not survive. Birds would lose their migration instincts and patterns. Hibernating mammals would not know what to do when winter came. It is not known how much "cogitation" animals have, but it is certainly small. It is their instincts that govern their behavior.

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We are told that "laughter is the best medicine". I think kindness is. What do you think? Yes, kindness is always the "best medicine", Rosie. Laughter is good, but it should be joyous ...and kind laughter. Being laughed at is rarely 'kind'.

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When was the last time you were so emabarrassed that you wished the ground would open up and swallow you? I think I was in the fifth grade and it was a school play. I was supposed to come out and announce something that was about to take place...I had practiced it 'word perfect' and was ready for the moment. I went out on stage and...went totally blank. "Now...we are about to see...ermm...uhh...uhh...(Oh, God, please just let them draw the curtain!)

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The President of India, Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil is such a humble and seemly a very kind man. Did you see President Obama making a toast to him and his country last night? What did you take from the ceremony? I did not see it, as I was working, but I hope Obama made an appropriate toast. Obama has made some diplomatic faux pas since his assension to the catbird seat. He has protocol advisors in abundance, but he has not listened to them very much as far as I can tell. Maybe he is learning.

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How many lug nuts on a standard car? Five. Four on a Honda. Six to eight on trucks, depending on the size of the truck and the wheel.

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In which hand is the Statue of Liberty's torch? Her right hand, of course.

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Who would win in a swimming contest for pets president obama's dog Bo or a german sheperd Bo would probably win most of the time. I have had several German shepherds and only one really loved the water. The others could swim, but it was not their favorite element. This one, however, would make straight for the creek whenever we went there and jump in. He was more a player than a swimmer, though.

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Is bread a huge part of your daily diet? ... type preferred? Yes, either whole wheat or multigrain. I always have my oatmeal for breakfast...and that is 'bread'. Even my sandwiches are made with whole grain bread.

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Do you usually drive over the speed limit? No, certainly not in city limits. They have these electronic things now. On the interstate, I may "go with the flow". Everybody speeds a little on the four and six laners. The fuzz does not enforce the limit strictly. They are just happy to see the traffic flowing smoothly. And even they know the limit is set too low.

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Do you have something you need to say? get off your chest? go on spit it out! I am sick and tired of people leaving their shopping carts in the parking areas at malls, grocery stores and everywhere else! I am sick and tired of kids throwing their trash from MacDonald's and KFC on my yard. I am tired of people letting their cats and dogs roam free at night, ripping up my garbage bags and scattering the crap all over before the trash truck comes round. I am mad as...

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Has anyone seen a 3-D movie that looked really good? Not really. I used to see a lot of them when I was a kid, but the 3-D effects were very few. They were usually cheap movies, westerns mostly. It was a fad that died out. A lot of things could be done with 3-D that could be great today. I think we may see some good stuff with it soon. Can you imagine Star Wars in 3-D? Wow!

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How does someone marry a game character? Are we mad? Well, she is kind of cute! (lol)

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What am I - I belong in water, I am long, hard and full of seamen? You are the Nautilus, Captain Nemo's submarine. That is the answer for a 'family site'.

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This Thanksgiving can we hear you say "Pass on the gravy" and not "Pass the gravy" for a change? Nope. It's Thanksgiving. I will even say, "pass the butter again, please". I will go back on my diet tomorrow....

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What does it mean when jurors take a long time to reach a verdict? They had to discuss it a lot...and it was not an easy decision.

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Will schools teaching teenage boys how to respect women prevent domestic violence later in life? [link] Probably not. Parents, especially fathers, teaching them from before puberty by example would help more.

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Do you know anything about nuclear physics? Well, you have your atom. Within the atom, you got your protons and neutrons. Outside, you have your electrons. They spin around the protons and neutrons.

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Do you like Ukrainian food? Yes! Actually it is not that different from what I grew up on..on the "great plains" of America,..just a little more spicy and cooked a little differently. German, Polish, and Ukranian food all have a common link and have the common staples.

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Which animal would you least like to turn up to a picnic? Barring a very hungry Black Bear, which are leary of people and usually avoid them, I would say that a skunk, 'polecat', is the most usual unwelcome guest at a picnic around here. They, for some reason, are not so leary of people,..certainly not as much as we are of them. (lol)

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How widely is the winter solstice celebrated? Very widely. It was 'Yuletide' among the old pagan Anglo-Saxons and Scandinavians, 'Weinachten' among other Germanic tribes, and the Saturnalia of the ancient Romans and other Italian people. It was so ingrained that the early Church made it a celebration of Christ's birth. No-one knows what time of year Jesus was born, but it has become the celebration of Christmas...

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If you got in your vehicle and drove north what stateline, border, etc. would you cross first? "It's Kansas, Toto!"

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What was your favorite childhood cartoon? Roadrunner. Followed by Bugs Bunny.

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School! Got anything to say about it? I got through it. Some was great and some was time I could have spent better. Actually a lot of sports was time I could have spent better. I was only really into basketball, but I went balls to the wall in all of them...though it only got me a lot of time "on the bench". Football was not really my game. I wasn't built for a lineman...and nobody thought I could be a back. I...

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Christians, do you ever envy the atheist their guilt free life as compared to your guilt filled and sinful life ? *yes i know you have forgiveness if you repent, but if is a big word* Are all atheists "guilt free"? I have known some who were very moral minded and not above apologizing for a wrong, even an accidental one, and trying to make amends. I have also known some who were guilt free to the point of being subhuman....

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Why do Americans call it Math, and English call it Maths? (lol) It's all Math to me. "The Maths", I suppose, are to distinguish the studies of Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Physics, Calculus, etc....Or it could be simply keeping the 's' from Mathematics".

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How dangerous are kangaroos? I heard they can kick like a mule when pissed off.....

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Can turning vegetarian help Global warming? A little basic human and agricultural geography is good to know. Look at where cattle and sheep are raised throughout the world, and look at the climate. Then, look at the areas where fruits and vegetables are grown. Then, check where grains are grown. Yes, some grain growing areas overlap with livestock grazing land, but the type of soil and the moisture and the altitude is paramount....

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I have many positives.I have many negatives,What am I? Normal

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Have you sat at grave and spoke to the one laying below? ... How often? ... Have you ever said what you wished you had said before they were at that place? Yes. Many times.

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Is marriage like a horse race? See video. Trust me, you will love this one. +6! (LMAO)

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How do you use leftover turkey? Mostly turkey sandwiches for lunch.

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I don't have to work tomorrow...so what should I do? Write your autobiography....(lol) Sorry, hon,...just couldn't resist.

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Would you like to see ALL tobacco products made illegal? It would just be another control "failure", like prohibition was and simply criminalize another huge segment of the population with all the expense and wasted time and money.

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What advice are you most likely to get from your grandma? Take time to know the girl, son, before you say you are "in love".

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Is it possible to walk off weight? Certainly. Brisk walking for a half hour or more a day is better than jogging for burning calories.

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I drink lots of beer..but I also drink lots of Vitamin D whole milk and tomato juice..do you think I have a problem? No more than I do, except for my budget. I have to limit myself...for economical reasons.

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Should you learn the lessons of life at home? Ideally,..at least the most important ones. Others must be learned in the school of hard knocks.

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Do "progressive" states have the worst budget problems? Yeah, I was confused by the word as well, but then you mentioned "red states" by which I assumed you meant those who had gone Republican in the last go-around. And all the "blue states" would hardly fall under my definition of progressive. (smile).

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How did Ho-ho-Kus, New Jersey get its name? Most accepted is that it is from the Delaware Indian word or phrase, meh-ho-ho-kus, meaning "red cedar", a native tree. There are other suggestions. It was once known as the township of Orvil. A famous historic site is the Hermitage House, one of George Washington's headquarters during the Revolutionary War.

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If you could, would you rearrange the alphabet? It is probably too late, as most have memorized it as it is. Filing systems all over the world would have to be reorganized. It does seem to me that it would make more sense to group the vowels, consonants, aspirants, fricatives, labials, and glottals together.(sounds sexy in a way, doesn't it?). But, alas, we inherited the order of the letters from the ancient Greeks and Romans. We are...

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Will Tina Fey come back as Sarah Palin for Saturday Night Live? Undoubtedly, as Sarah continues to make herself publicly visible.

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Is your professional voice different from your away from work voice? (lol) Definitely. Born and bred Okie, so what would you guess? If I talked to my family on the phone with my "office voice" they would not believe it was me......

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Can you name any Equine Breeds? Saw the others, so won't repeat them. Arabian, Appaloosa, Palomino, Belgian Draft horse (close relative of the Percheron), Icelandic horse, Tarpan. Mustangs are considered a breed by many. Mongolian horse, probably the toughest little horse in the world.

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Is there something you really want to try right now?? I've always wanted to learn karate or stuffs like that cause when i see them flipping backwards like that,it was so cool!!! Sure. But remember about all martial arts. They demand a lot of hard work and getting in great shape. So, if you really want to get into it, be ready for some long and serious hard work. When something looks so easy like that...it usually isn't.

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Do you live on a road with or without street lights? With. It is a bit "off the beaten path" but is still considered a residential area.

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What is the worst thing about life? It is bad to have to see your most loved ones go from you. You want them to be with you for the rest of your life,...but they can't be. And you can't stay here always, either. You have to leave others as well. It is sad, but, that is the way it is. You have to look at it as a chain. A long chain that stretches from the beginning into the future. And we are all links in the...

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If you cant change the past and can only change the future then how can that be changed? its not writen yet.. Just "do the right thing", hon. Only the "Ancient of Days" knows the future. But we all have to act it out in the blind. We do not know. We just have to have faith that it will work out the way it is supposed to.

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How many diapers do you think you've changed in your lifetime? Quite a few. I was a "helpful uncle" when my older brother was in the service and overseas. I was "Uncle Tom" ....(smile). My sister-in-law appreciated the help. She was a great little soldier's wife. They are all grown up now and have little diapered munchkins of their own running around. I consider them all part mine. One was even named for me.

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...there is just barely going to be enough pumpkin for Thanksgiving this year...(trouble within the industry)...will this affect you...do you use pumpkin other times of the year?... No problem. Plenty of locally grown around here.

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Whats Father Christmas wifes name.....? "Dear". That is all I ever heard him call her. For that matter, what is HIS name? (lol) OK, his name is Nicholas,...and her name is Jessica. Don't argue with me about this. I know.

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...just heard there is to be an "waffle" shortage from the pre-made waffle industry...will this affect you?... (lol) No. I do pancakes.

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Ruffles, Corn Chips, Pork Rines, Cheetos, Funyuns or Fritos. Will you please put them in the order you like them? Pork rinds, corn chips, (Fritos ARE corn chips, your bad), Ruffles. (Funyuns, no..Cheetos, no).

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What is the most surprising definition of a word or pronunciation of a word you've ever looked up? Mine was Pago Pago. My boss' wife said the preferred pronunciation was "Pango Pango" and I didn't believe her. She was right. What is your word? I am still thinking, Rosie. I can't really think of a "surprising word". I am sure I ran into one sometime, though.

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After all this time by now we should have progressed more than we have..we human beings. Are we regressing? Were we "better" centuries ago than we are today? Whatever the problems then, was there less evil and more goodness than today? No, hon. We are as good or better than we have ever been in the past, though it is hard for many to believe. I am a student of history...and I know. We are much better than our past.

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What Biblical passage is on the Liberty Bell? "Proclaim liberty throughout the land unto all the inhabitants thereof." (Leviticus; 25:10) I learned that in the fourth grade...Didn't everyone?

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Classical music or rapping? Only two choices? Classical. I like Verdi.

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What makes poo sticky?? because I just made a poo and it is stuck to the bowl, no matter how much I flush! This is a serious question! You aren't eating enough vegetables and fruit.

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Do you support war, why? No, but I am for kicking anybody's butt that attacks me or mine.

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So "the DEPP" is coming back for a 4TH "PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN"! Are you EXCITED to see that HUNK again. . . . . . . .or YAWNING over his "character"? Not him. He is an OK actor, but I am more interested in what hottie is going to co-star with him this time....(wink)

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What do you know that is gentle but strong at the same time? A smooth bourbon whiskey, like 18 year-old Crown Royal.

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American Football or Football/Soccer, what's better? Depends on whether you are in Manchester or Dallas.....

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What do you consider to be "deep"? Are Elizabeth Taylor's eyes really deep purple, or does she wear colored lenses? I wonder about things like this.

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Is it cold when living in another person's shadow? Yes, though you may love the person very much. I was "my father's son" for all my childhood and adolescent years. He was a very respected man in our small community. And I was proud to be his son. But, I was "in his shadow". It was not until I left home and got my own life that I became who I am. Lots of hard knocks, but that goes with the territory....

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I am drinking pickle juice from a pickle jar. Is this strange? Anyone else do this? its delish.. I never throw the left pickle juice away. I always save it...or drink it. It is good for you.

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How many of you never buy books, never go to a library but download everything from some website or another? Are libraries and bookstores becoming extinct? Are they just for stubborn elitists, as dictionaries are, according to one AB member? I use my library card often, Rosie. And I visit the local bookstore pretty frequently. I spend much more time reading than I do watching TV or even on the net.

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Does Sarah Palin help or hurt the GOP? I don't think she is highly ranked in the GOP. I think most felt it was a mistake for her to be matched with McCain. No, I don't think she helped. I think some top echelon Republicans thought they needed a woman on the ticket to counter Hillary. It wasn't necessary. Obama did not pick Hillary as a running mate. Or, rather, she was not picked for his running mate by his bosses.

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What does a mandoline do? It slices vegetables and fruit into varying and unique forms.

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Hands up!! Gimme your ____ now!!! __DVD of B52's Montreaux Concert__

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Which celebrity has done the best charity work? Oh, I don't really know, but Jerry Lewis would be near the top of any list. And he was sincere about it. He had a lot of visibility, but others may work as hard in their own causes.

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Flip Wilson's character, Geraldine, used to say "The Devil made me do it". What did "the Devil" make you do? (All answers, both serious and funny, accepted!) (Video's a version of the phrase) Sometimes I think "the Devil" made me join AB...and keeps me coming back here...(lol!)

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Where is the Blorenge mountain? Southeast Wales.

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How do i know if i'm in love?? When i see pretty girls at my class,my heart beats fast.. It's impossible if i fall in love with everyone there right? (smile) It is called infatuation, Shirou. And attraction. It is perfectly normal. You just have to understand what it is. Love is something much deeper and subtle. And it is not dependant upon "looks". "Pretty" is really pretty cheap, Shirou. You will see pretty girls and women all your life. You can always admire beauty, but there is more to loving a person than...

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Do the people need to know the truth about healthcare reform? Absolutely, but they aren't getting any real explanation in terms they can understand...from anyone. I am not sure even any of the elected reps who will approve or disapprove the present bill really understand what it means. These people who will ..or won't...approve it are not communicating with their constituents (employers). Can you imagine a company employee, ( sales rep or...

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What was the last thing a doctor gave you stitches for? Hernia surgery. Actually, they were staples. Nine. I have had stitches before, though. Five once on my face. Better leave that one unexplained. Another time was on the foot afer a bike wreck,.. seven of those. A few minor ones in Vietnam.

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What is something that you have really enjoyed? Among many other things, a cold beer after mowing the lawn on a hot summer day. It's the simple things in life that give the most enjoyment...usually.

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Mellow girl wears a COAT of indifference is now a maestro. Who would like to join me at Mellowstone National Park for a party to celebrate her achievement? You done good, hon. Keep up the good work. Hey, did you see that wolf that just ran through the trees?

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Can a woman's sex drive be revived after she has a baby? It would certainly seem so, given a reasonable amount of time. My granny had seven babies. And she called my grandpa, "Darlin'" and "Sweetheart" even in their old age. (smile)

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What happens if you're caught urinating in public? Depends on where you are. In many countries it is a common sight...with no consequenses. It has also been a common sight at many outdoor musical festivals. In many places, city ordinances frown on it, meaning you are supposed to wet yourself, I suppose, rather than duck into an alley when nature calls and there is no public facility available. I have heard of people being arrested and fined...

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A pressing iron is rated 1100w/220v. what does this means? 1100 watts of energy and 220 volts of electrical current flow.

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Did people ever live at the Tower of London? Many. Some well known ones were the nephews of King Richard III, who were probably murdered there. Also, Mary, Queen of Scots, for many years. She was executed by Elizabeth I. Fear on Elizabeth's part.

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Who thinks that dog the bounty hunter and his crew look like they just stepped out of redneck quarterly? (lol) Yeah, and you would think they would take on a lower profile when on the job. They can be seen coming for miles away. There are other bounty hunters, but they don't publicize themselves. They are probably more successful, too.

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What is a dish best served cold? Vichyssoise. Can be served hot or cold. Cold is good in summer as a patio dish. Also, any salad is best cold.

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What's the most interesting biography you've read? Sandburg's "Lincoln".

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Do you agree with the Japanese regarding Obama's bow? It may have been a "cultural form of showing respect", but why did he not bow, nor Michelle curtsy, when they met Queen Elizabeth, who represents a nation (kingdom)that is a friend and very old ally. Evidently, they have no respect for the British royal family, or the British people (?) And wasn't Michelle dressed so cute? She certainly didn't wear that get-up anywhere...

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Do you remember buying blocks of ice from a machine? Colt, I can even remember block ice being delivered by the "ice man". (lol)

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I am a 68 year old man who has spent the better part of his adult life trying desperately to learn how to play the Guitar with no success. Should I give up the quest or does someone out their have a formula for success? The joy is often in the endeavor, Dick. I have been struggling with the bagpipes for several years. And I have to go far away from home to practice...(lol) It also gives me a good excuse to get away to the woods....alone. I actually think I do pretty well. There just is not a lot of demand for my talent, except on Bobbie Burns Day and the local Scottish Festival. Keep after it.

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Would you be disappointed if you received a home made gift rather than a shop bought one? Absolutely not! I have received many gifts made by hand from loved ones. They are my treasures.

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What's my problem? Well, DukeG, first, you are from Germantown, PA. Now, that is not really a "problem", but you seem to be defensive about it. Second, you have no profile on AB. People don't know what to think of you. It helps if you can at least say something about yourself. I like your Q's and A's, generally. But, lighten up, Duke. None of us can bite at this distance.....Hell, I...

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Look at the wall nearest you. Flames suddenly burst forth from it leaving a charred entrance to another world! What is it like? What do you do? :D It is the opening to ancient Middle Earth. I go through it, knowing I am being recalled. I am the descendant of Frodo Baggins...and I am being called back for an epic mission...as my ancestor was. Perhaps it is because I know where the Ring is hidden,...and someone knows that I know.

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Which ABer do you think You have given the most points to? Hard to say. I have several friends I am usually maxed out on for points by the end of the week. It isn't a rig, I just seem to like their questions and answers better than most...and we just happen to be friends. I have also maxed out on points for some who are not friends. You don't automatically become "friends" with people just because you point them a lot.

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What will be the name of your next pet that you get from the local shelter? I confess to being an "elitist", cotton 101. I don't go to the shelters for a pet, though I admire those who do. I think it is fine. I go to a friend who is a dog breeder. I know the lines are good and healthy...with no inherited disabilities. And they are scioned by champions in the breed. I know what kind of personlity I will be most likely to get. Well it has been a few...

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What would you quit for 10 years going on the computer or watching t.v. A toss up, but I do not really want to give up either. I couldn't quit my sports watching. And I still have some addictive TV programs. Please don't force me to choose...(lol)...

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For non-British people. How many football/soccer clubs in England can you name? OK, these are only names of clubs I have heard of or seen on TV, so I apologise at the start,..Chelsea, Arsenal, Blackburn (Rovers?), and Manchester....

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Can you move your toes like your fingers, i cant, why is this? Yep, almost as good as my fingers. I can even hold a pen and write with my right foot, holding it with my big toe and next toe. It either means that I am highly evolved...or not evolved as far as most...(lol!)

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Why are a company's lowest paid staff members (receptionists, cashiers, customer service operators, etc.) the first point of contact for clients? Well, why are Privates and Pfc.'s the "first line of contact" for any enemies of a country in war? (smile). Why are the pawns the first line of contact in Chess? Why is it the husband or "man of the house" who must go and talk to a neighbor about a problem? (barking or annoying dog, cats who rip up garbage sacks, or kids who throw trash on the lawn when coming home...

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What makes a great souvenir, especially when you don't want to spend a lot of money? I take a lot of pictures. I also keep matchbooks from hotels and restaurants. Now, that is my cheap side. I do buy other things, sometimes, like caps and hats from the baseball game I saw. I have quite a collection of major and minor league caps and pinnate flags.

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What, if anything, goes well with parmesan sauce? Baked chicken and egg noodles with broccoli.

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Should you get your dog a gift for Christmas and, if so, what is a good gift to get it? I had a mat made to put in front of his hooch with his name on it and a picture of a cute member of his breed.

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Can someone explain "Indie" music to me, please? : ) Whatever "Port O'Brien" is....that is what Indie is.

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Is yeast a fungus? Yes, yeasts are one-celled fungi.

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Should Sarah Palin change if she wants to be taken more seriously? Keithold, do you think Sarah is interesting and "kind of cute"? (lol) How many questions is this about her? Nevermind...Yeah, she might tone down a few things. She is vulnerable on some issues.

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If you do the crime, should you always do the time? Many minor crimes are punishable by a fine and probation. A second crime, during probation, usually means...time.

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What is the difference between an amnesty and a full pardon? An amnesty has conditions. You are "decriminalized" if you adhere to certain regulations, a probationary period, and usually agree to making some amends. A full pardon is just that. You are free to go.

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If you had an unwanted mouse in your house, will you set the trap that kills or the trap that catches live for safe release? I have suspicions that the mice that find my place so attractive were caught in somebody else's house and dumped near mine. I would return the "favor" if I knew who they were. But, I don't, so I just kill them (the mice).

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What is your favorite dessert or meal made using apples? Apple cobbler (apple dumplings).

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Can you argue with yourself? All the time. I just try not to do it in public.

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Does anyone know of a good; Goodbye, good riddance, thank God your gone, don't let the door hit you people in the ass song? "Thank God and Greyhound She's Gone!"__Roy Clark >> "Yes, I wish that for just one time you could stand inside my shoes,..then you'd know what a drag it is to see you..."___"Positively 4th st."__Bob Dylan >>> "If you told me you were drowning...I would not lend a hand...", "In The Air Tonight"__Phil Collins.

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Aside from a few Canadian ones, does the US have any restaurant chains/franchises from other countries? Yes, Benihana's and The Outback. Probably others I can't think of.

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"Experts" often contradict one another. You can find an "expert" to support any position. So, how do we ever know whom to believe when we point to the "experts"? Maybe we need to know whose payroll they are on. What do you think? Good point, Rosie. Whose ox is being stroked? I read "all" the experts. I have some knowledge myself in many areas. I can usually spot a phony in my fields of expertise pretty quick. When in doubt...get other opinions. It is just a matter of reading.

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Can rabbits eat sunflower seeds? Of course. Rabbits eat nuts and acorns in the wild. They need them in winter. If you have pet rabbits, they don't need so much, but a few now and then are fine.

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What is something not wise to ignore? A cut-off notice from your electric company...or gas company. They aren't kidding. They will snap your stuff in no time. "We are your friends,..but, we want our money...now".

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What would you quit for 2 years wathing the games on t.v. or playing your favorite video game Couldn't quit anything, jlbb19...Got to hit the old job every day, four to midnight,...sometimes later. Sometimes on weekends. Just the price you gotta pay for growing up.

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What do you think about the Tennessee Titan's owner Bud Adams giving the Bills a "double bird!" It lacked class, even granting his "elder statesmanship"....I can overlook some things, but that was a little much, Bud. Not cool.

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Should questions that ask two different ones ,requiring two answers be allowed on ab? Sometimes they are OK, if the questions are related. I do prefer separate questions, though.

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Are you basically an "either/or" person? You know...you like something or you don't and that's that? Or can you also be a 'sometimes' person, sometimes? I am very versatile, Rosie. I can love everything from nitty gritty country music to classical, or slapstick comedy to the intricate sarcasm of Shakespeare, or Jonathan Swift, G.B. Shaw, or Samuel Clemens...

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Which toenail is the hardest to trim? Don't know about yorn, but mine is my right big toenail. It got ingrown several years ago...and I have to really work on it to keep it from ingrowing again. Hurts like hell when it does!

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What causes old people smell? (And don't say poor hygiene!) Many probably don't use a body wash or deoderant like others. It doesen't mean they are not "clean". And the body's pheromones change. Young people produce more attractant pheromones,..which are perceived as "nice" by others. Young people may not really be very "clean", though. You can't always trust the nose....

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What do you like better country music or rock and roll I have favourites in both. Can't say which is my number one choice. It depends on what kind of mood I am in.

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What color do you like better eletric blue or baby blue My vehicle is "electric blue", so, what do you think?...(smile).

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As Nature is imperfect. Shouldn’t all crops be genetically produced. Discuss. Crops ARE genetically produced, Black Knight. It is called "selective growing". It does not require "genetic engineering". Crops (and animals) have been selectively grown and bred since humans began growing their own crops and domesticating animals instead of "hunting and gathering". It began some twelve thousand years ago. Do you think any vegetable, grain,...

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Can science beat the doomsday hype? Possibly, to an extent, but there will always be the doomsday hype and "Armageddon" theories. It seems to be a psychological need for many. Not sure why, but it has existed in every generation. Some comes from misreadings of Biblical texts and some comes from modern Sci-fi and pseudo-science, i.e., "The Late Great Planet Earth". But, it always sells,..so it will always...

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What was the most beautiful beach you have been on Maui beach, Hawaii

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Could one go to jail for duck tapen a doctor and putting a bow on the head, then sending off in a box to china? (?) Sounds to me like it could mean jail time. I would just find a bed and crash in it. Things usually look better in the morning.

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In your opinion what is the BEST thing about Thanksgiving? Mine is leftovers! LOL Leftovers are very good. I manage to get away with a pretty good "bag" from all my family dinners. (lol) Well, hey, they give them to me...force them on me, even. You cannot insult a sister-in-law by not accepting her leftovers. I grab all the goodies I can.

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Back in the olden days when I was young I remember going Caroling with relatives in our neighborhood around Christmastime. Have you ever done that and is it still done or is that another thing that is only a memory? Oh, yeah, it is still done. Many church groups go around caroling in my town. I have gone on some caroling "expeditions". It is fun. Many come out and clap for more....Some turn off their porch light and don't come out. Bah! Humbug! You have to be able to take rejection with a smile.

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Would you buy a hybrid dog-wolf? NO. And I don't believe in breeding dogs to wolves. And that is all I am going to say about that.

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What are you more likely to find in a man's fridge? Beer, lunch meat, cheese, beer, eggs and bacon, beer, sausage, beer, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, beer, pickles, onions, beer.

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What do you want from me? I want your friendship, Ms. Baxter. I think you are a classy lady.(smile).

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How do you remember your childhood. Was it good or bad. I had a great childhood. 'Idyllic', really. I was just lucky. Both parents were professional people, not 'rich', but no problems with having the necessities. I grew up in a small town (community) where everyone knew everyone else. That is good, but can also be annoying at times. Anyway, I was a "free rover". My parents did not worry about me if I was out till...

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What is the weather like in your local area in November? Cool and dry. Love it! Okla.

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When was the last time President Obama visited the troops in Afghanistan? He hasn't, nor has he visited any troops in Iraq. I don't really think the troops miss him, though. It is pretty obvious to them all that he doesn't really care a damn about them, or the military in general. He is pure civilian...and politician. I can't remember when the term "Commander in Chief" was used for so unworthy a holder. Even "chicken shit"...

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Bugs have been intruding the houses lately.. Grasshoppers,moths,worms and many more.. Even snake.. And no matter how many time we kick them out they always come back.. Is this a sign or something? Yes, it is a sign that winter is coming. The bugs and creepy crawlies are trying to find a warm place to hibernate. It is the same everywhere, Shirou,...and nothing new. Spray, put out bug motels, and mouse traps. The mice are desperate to get in. Use some poison pellets for the mice, as well. Mice and snakes can come in from the floor vents from your heat/air unit. Tape up any openings...

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Does a high IQ mean that you are smart? No. It means you should have a high potential for learning. It does not say you have learned much...or will.

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If you were to release an album of music what would you name it? Ramblings of the Heart....

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Has anyone ever been to New England Many times. I love New England in the Fall. Fortunately, I still have relatives there. Good, cheap lodgings. (smile).

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What other drinks can you order at a coffee shop besides coffee? Perrier water

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The last time you ate fish, what was it? Catfish, caught about five miles from where I sit, in a tributary of the Arkansas river. It was a "good'en", about thirty pounds and two and a half feet long. Very good tasting. We had fried taters and onions and green peppers with it, hominy, okra, cabbage, beans, and cornbread muffins.

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At what age do you call a baby a toddler? (i always thought when they start walking) Yeah, when they first start "toddling around" on two feet. It varies. One year to two and a half years. And if your toddler is a "late toddler", don't worry about it. I have a nephew who was running around on his hind legs at about a year. His younger brother was nearly two before he stopped holding onto things to walk. That one became a super athlete...and the...

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How do people survive to live to 100? They inherit good genes for longevity. And they are very lucky. They don't get involved in traffic accidents, don't fly on planes that crash, drink well water from natural springs, and eat vegetables they grew themselves. They don't get out in large crowds of people and contract harmful diseases. They stay active...as opposed to sitting in front of a TV all day. They avoid...

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Did you do all your Saturday chores today? I wonder what they were........ I did my laundry, Weisskopferin! (lol) That was an accomplishment. I have not vacuumed or dusted yet, but I will....eventually. And I must clean up my car. That is more important than my kitchen! (smile) I am a male, you know. We have different priorities.

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Can money buy good taste? Sure. Nouveau-riche people can hire experts to teach them what "good taste" is. Barry and Michelle have an abundance of such advisors at their beck and call, though they apparently have never consulted with any of them,.....

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Would a US Tourism Board attract tourists to the US? I thought we had one..(?)

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Why do radio stations have to start playing Christmas music 24-7 now, a month-and-a-half before Christmas? They don't "have to"...they just do. I know why retail outlets have to start moving their seasonal stuff in way before, but the rest is just crassness. My opinion.

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Should priests be ecclesiastical professionals? Well, hopefully, most do consider themselves ecclesiatical...and professional. Each one has to work out what they think both terms mean. You would think they would have a good idea before they graduate from seminary. Some seem to have missed something...somewhere.

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Does Sarah Palin want to be President or to be famous? She isn't sure. She just knows that The Lord must have a special plan for her;...something...Wonderful!

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I'm asian and my hair is black. how do i get my hair to become a light blonde? Why would you want to? And what do you mean by 'Asian'? It is a very broad term. Most Asians I know would look very ridiculous with bleached or dyed hair. I have seen a few girls who did it and it was...very bad.....And I see that you are male, which makes me wonder even more...(?) And, just a brief lesson in ethnology. You don't have black hair. It is dark brown. The only...

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What would the Tories do if they ran the UK? Waiting for Brit replies, but..could they do worse than any others have?

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On a long road trip what bothers you the most, a back ache, having to stop for bathroom breaks or something else? Being stopped and backed up for miles because of "road work". It took us four days to get from eastern Oklahoma to east Tennessee the last trip we made. Two days is normal,...that includes stopping and sleeping. I am sure it was all needed, but it was really a pain. We even had to take two detours to get through Memphis. Just bad timing, I guess. I hope next summer will be smoother...

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Where, and What do you think you'll be eating this Thanksgiving? I think I will be eating turkey, ham, venison, roast beef, at my brother's place. All kinds of veggies, dressings, and salads will also be available, as well as pumpkin, sweet potato, apple, cherry, pecan, chocolate, and lemon meringue pie. Cakes and ice cream will also be in abundance. And...there will be no waste. Everyone will have complete freedom of devastation of their favorites....

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What is the purpose of a salad spinner? To spin salads?

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Could you marry a Prostitute? No. There were even virgins I could not marry. It all had to do with the person and how well I could get along with them for a long time. A prostitute may be good in the sack,...but what do you talk about after?And why would you marry one? You can have her any time....without having to pay for her room and board...all the time...even when you don't even want to look at her.

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What is something that can be "Stopped"? Your water, gas, and electricity...if you don't pay your bill,..or your internet connection. Oh, pay your phone bill on time, too. They will cut you off quicker than you can sneeze..,right in the middle of your conversation. Pay all your bills on time and everyone loves you. Miss a payment..and they come gunning for you. The zombies of the utility swamp come...and...

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Do you always think for yourself or do you sometimes just go along with your group because you don't want to be "odd man/woman out"? I am too old and independent to "join the crowd". I am encrusted into thinking for myself. I couldn't change if I tried at this point.

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Whom do the Teabagger's like better? Howard Stern or Rush Limbaugh? Do the old folks like Rush and the Young folks like Howard? Where does Glen Beck fit in? Who likes him? Too many questions in one, Rosie. No single answer, here. Simplify.

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Who was the first entertainer/ celebrity to have Dittohead Worshippers? Howard Stern or Rush Limbaugh? Neither. William Randolph Hearst, FDR, and Walter Winchell preceded them both.

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Do you ever think about how you think? Are your thought processes logical, reasonable, and rational? Do you work your way methodically and meticulously toward a conclusion or do you jump to them based on others' views or your own prejudices? Oh, Rosie we are all irresponsible at times. When we are in dire straits, we are all vulnerable to other's ideas of what we should do. It is easier to make calm, rational decisions when we have money in the bank and job offers on the phone. But, when you are on your ass and nobody wants your services, you can make some very irrational decisions.

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Is there anyone you know to whom you would turn over all your thinking and decision-making? NO.

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When you regret a decision you've made, is it usually because you didn't spend enough time researching/checking things out in advance or because of someone/something else? Sometimes my fault, but often because things simply went wrong for no known or predictable reason. "The best laid plans o' mice and men...gang aft agley." So, you pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and...get back in the race. What else do we do? Sit down and give up?

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How much do you dislike mosquitoes and why? They only want my blood. I resent that. They don't respect me as a person. RAID! ZAP! I do not grieve over the mass deaths of mosquitoes. It is either my spray or eaten by Martin birds. I have several houses for Martins. We are friends.

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Do you hate using public toilets? Not fond of them, but, when you gotta go, you gotta go. I am glad when they are there.

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Our Dear Caring Loving Compassionate, Sunshine in a COAT of Sunshine, has become a Level 60 Maestro! Would you please join the party to congratulate her on her achievement and to wish her a life full of health and happiness? "Sunshine...on my shoulder...makes me happy..."

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I do military honors at funerals for vets that have passed. We can't play the bugle so we use a fake one with a speaker. I feel like I'm deceitful when I use it because some think it's real, do you think they care or feel cheated when they know it's fake? No. You did the best you could. I was at a military funeral for a deceased veteran not long ago. The local reserve unit of the USMC conducted it, as the man was a WWll Marine and the family had asked them to perform a military funeral. A local kid who was a trumpeter in the high school band volunteered to play the taps. He did such a great job that I don't think there was a dry eye in...

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What sort of a sign is it if the horse and carriage bolts from the marriage? Either it was not meant to be, or they should have hired a limousine....

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South East of Boston in the ocean is George's bank. Who was this George? Apparently named for St. George, Greekgod. It is so named, St. Georg's Bancke, in the Velasco map prepared for King James the First in 1610. Boston Harbour would have been an ideal landing for the first Puritan Pilgrims in 1620, but the Mayflower arrived during rough seas and the captain was leary of trying to negotiate the "Bancke". The ship landed off what is now Plymouth,...

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Okay I'm a guy, and my girlfriend asks me; "What in the world do I get you for Christmas?" And I actually don't have an answer for that . I have no idea what you'd get a guy for Christmas. What would you get? Guys don't concern themselves much with what the gift is. I don't. It is the sentiment that counts. I actually prefer gifts I can use in a practical way. But, a nice cologne or after shave is fine, too.

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I started a new job and have been coming home with a headache every day, what do you think this means? Stress. Any new job can cause stress. Get more comfortable with the job, the people, etc. and learn to forget things you can't change.

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Did any of my fellow ABers dress up this past (2009) Halloween? If so, what did you go as? Yeah, I went to the Halloween after-party from work. I went as an old gray-bearded fart, i.e., myself. (lol)

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I purchased a Ruger LCP about two months ago for backup/deep concealment purposes and must say I'm impressed, great pistol for its price and purpose. Anyone else like this little 'pocket pistol' or have other similar pistols you like? For purely practical reasons, I gave my s/o, who travels with money from her business to the bank to drop a deposit late at night, a neat and easily handled Beretta .32 revolver, six rounds, two and a half inch barrel. I taught her to use it and got her licensed. She is confident with it. Easily handled by a woman, easy trigger pull, no jamming, powerful enough at close range.

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To anyone I have offended I apologize. I hope you will accept the apology. I'll be out for the count for a while. Bye :-) You have never offended me, Emma. You should not take things so personally around here. I think I know what you are referring to and it was nothing. Oh, my! Have you seen some of the comment threads I have been on? (lol) Sometimes I tell it like it is. At least as I see it. And anyone that doesn't like it knows what what they can do with it. My old skin is too thick and crusty to...

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I have a dear friend with alzheimer's disease. Do you think it is best not to mention it, though he knows he has it or just carry on as if all is well? No, don't mention it. And ignore any lapses you might hear in conversation. It is a very sad thing and the easier you can make it for your friend the better.

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Someone keeps stealing from my lunch at work any suggestions, signs and notes are not working? I need my snacks. It is a common problem at the workplace, Lone Wolf. One inventive gal left a note on her lunch bag, "I have poisoned some of these goodies with salmonella. I know which ones. You don't. Make my day!"

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What will Hugh Hefner do once he sells Playboy? Retire? Sleep late and stay in his pajama's all day if he wants? Have lots of parties? Travel? I am sure he will find ways not to be bored....And I am sure he has a good "retirement fund".

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Which male name can you add the letter A to the end of it so that it can become a female name? E.g. Paul -> Paula, Frank -> Franka, etc, etc. My favorite is Wilhelmina. Yes, I know it is more than an 'a' added, but it is a beautiful name. Wilhelmina was the name of the Queen of Holland who had the interest in one of the first railroads built through my part of Oklahoma. An early resort hotel, Queen Wilhelmina Inn, atop the highest mountain in the area, was built as a tribute to her. It has been restored and is a great...

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What's a song that reminds you of your ex? Witchy Woman

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Can puppets have no strings attached relationships? I don't know. Kermit and Miss Piggy had a rather "problematic" relationship.

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Would you come to dinner if grilled trout and vegetables was on the menu? I would probably be the first to arrive.....

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When do you decide to replace appliances and when to repair them? When they are old and the repairs cost more than they are worth.

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Do you have a fear of parasites? Not overly. Just a "normal" and reasonable one. Most "parasites" humans carry around are actually helpful. For example, the enteric bacteria in our bodies are beneficial and even necessary for the digestion of food. It is when they get out of balance that problems occur, or when an "alien" intrudes. And "overly clean" people, i.e., those who bathe...

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Did i do that? Yes! And I have you on tape, so don't try to deny it! (lol!)

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Why was there a big rush over Cabbage Patch dolls? They were ugly, creepy, and pointless. Just don't "knock" my Pet Rock! Nicest pet I ever had...and the easiest to care for. (lol!)

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Can you give me an example of a good intentions gone bad? There are many examples in nature of a plant or animal species being introduced into a new habitat in order to curb another species considered a pest. A spreading, grass-like plant called kudzu was introduced into the southeastern US to stop mud slides and soil erosion on hillsides near highways. The plant went "wild" and grew out of control, invading farmland and pastures and urban...

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What was the happiest moment of your day today? Getting home from work.

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What's the oldest memory you have of a song? OK, but only if you promise not to tell...(lol). "A tiny turned up nose, and cheeks just like a rose,...no one will ever know..how much I love him so,...that little boy of mine"...I could not have been more than three years old, but my momma sang it to me nearly every night. OK, now you know,...so go ahead and laugh.

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Does the public hate parking inspectors? Generally, probably most do, though it is impersonal. For people in those cities/towns that still use parking meters, they can be very frustrating, especially when you are short of change.

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Have you seen display of "M�nchausen by Internet" lately by any Answerbag user? If so what were your reactions? (see link). Yes, and I have seen it...and know it well. It has happened on several sites I am on. I think we know one in common, Suby.

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How do you say "Hi" in your part of the world? ( We say "Gidday") Do we know each other?.."Hey"! Do we not know each other?..."Hello".

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How do you say bye from your part of the world? ( We say "Cheers" or "See ya") (smile) We say, "See ya", too. (Oklahoma, USA). If we are on the job and going to our separate duties, "Get'er done!"

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Should women leave their scientific careers when they decide to have a baby and start a family? Why? My mother was a teacher for forty years...and she raised five children. Yes, there was the "grandparenting" factor then, which was very common. She could not have done it without that cultural thing. But the grandparents were not "obligated". They wanted to do it. And they were well re-imbursed. And I remember my time with my grandparents very fondly. And it was...

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Are you a barrel of fun and laughs? No. Just a good guest who can tell a good story now and then.

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Have most people you have dated been younger or older than you? About the same...with only a few years either way.

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Do you have a lot of aches and pains? Oh, don't get me started, Sexyrabbit! (lol) The older I get the more little aches and "twinges" I get,...but after I get home from work...a good hot bath works wonders. I am pretty lucky, I guess. Nothing but "tard" old muscles...and feet.

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Can you feel if scar tissue is touched without being reopened? Scar tissue can be less sensitive than unscarred skin, but nerve endings do reconnect eventually. It may never be quite as sensitive, though.

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Would you move to a town you had not ever been to before to be with the one you Love? Well, I have done so before. It was not the best move for me. I sacrificed a lot and the relationship was not what I had thought...or hoped for. I had to regroup and get my life back together. I was much younger and less settled than now, but I vowed to never make the same mistake again.

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Does it seem to you that there is a certain time of day that there are more Down rates? If yes, when? Yeah, early evening,.. after the kids come home from Jr. high school and plop their overweight butts in front of the pc.

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Should principals allow gay or lesbian couples to attend school proms or dances? Regardless of the school policy, it is really a decision for the elected school board. Kids mostly assume that principals or superintendents "run" all aspects of the school. This is silly. They are hired by elected boards. School boards ultimately determine policy. Administrators give input and suggestions, but they don't make policy. As a "kid" of a father who was...

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Do Americans and Asians find different movies scary? Probably. Vampires and werewolves and Frankenstein were all western genres, as were the first "space invaders" type movies. I think much was pobably lost on most Asians. However, 'Godzilla' reigned in Japan for years. Most Americans just found Godzilla humorous. Hard to say now. I don't think most Asians really get some of the psychological horror movies that we...

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Why can't Hollywood compete with Japanese giant robots? They probably could, but Hollywood is much better at "virtualization", which is cheaper...and usually better...for effect.

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Seriously, do some people actually post a serious question here before googleing it themselves? Most of my questions cannot be found by "googling" or Wikipedia, ItsMeT. They are mostly opinion questions. And no, I never ask a question I already know the answer to.

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Would you buy apples that stayed fresher for longer? Sure. That is why I like to buy apples in the first place. They keep longer. And I love them with peanut butter...and apple glaze.

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Why are you so evasive? Evasive? Moi? (lol) I always considered myself to be pretty much a "head on" type of person.

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MEN:Are you in love with a beautiful woman? I have been "in love" with a few,...that I knew personally. I still "greatly admire" many beautiful women, though 'love' would not be the proper term, as I do not know them. They may be total bitches for all I know...(smile).

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Does not being able to find that ONE question (or answer) to turn off the little orange lights annoy you sometimes? Nah, not really. I usually stumble onto it eventually. I go down my list pretty methodically. I am not looking for a specific answer or question.

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Should the Cleveland Cavaliers recruit Allan Iverson? I think they should...if they can. I think Iverson would work great with the Cavaliers.

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Should a non-disabled actor play a role as a person with a disability? Being a professional actor means having the ability to play many roles. The role needs more than just the disability, so why shouldn't the best actor for the part play it? Dustin Hoffman was great in "Rain Man",..and Patty Duke did a remarkable job portraying Helen Keller as a child in "The Miracle Worker". Anyone disagree?

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Was Nidal Malik Hasan sane? "Insanity" will certainly be his defense by his lawyers. That will put the Army in a spot to explain why they commissioned a mentally disturbed psychiatrist in the first place.

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"To Kill a Mockingbird" film:PLOT SPOILER!! How did they film the scene in which Atticus shoots and kills the rabid dog? [ The dog's death remains incredibly realistic for me ] There were animal treatment laws on the books in film at the time (not that long ago). They did it the same way they filmed horses tumbling to death in cavalry and indian battles in even the cheap westerns. Animals, especially dogs, are trained to "fall and play dead" on cue. It is just a matter of speeding up the film at a certain frame or two to make it appear sudden.

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Why isn't the 'ole grey mare what she used to be? The key word is "ole"...She can't pull the wagon like she could and is ready for pasture. She can still give the kids short rides, though, bless her ole heart.

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What meat and vegetables go well with pasta? Any meat can go well with pasta. I love broccoli with cheese, bean salad, stewed tomatoes, asparagus tips, carrots, and even corn on the cob with pasta.

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If you needed a financial advisor, who would you use? Not being a close friend of Ben Stein, I ask my brother-in-law, the broker, about much of my finances.

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Should American football players stop wearing helmets? No. It would change the game...for the worse. American football is not Rugby. The whole strategy of the game is different. You could not have the line defense and spectacular runs...and tackles as they are now. They would be carrying brain-damaged players off the field on every other play.

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______ & ______. What words can you use to fill in the blanks? Rhythm and Blues

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Do you use Crisco? Yes. Sometimes oil is just not right, like for greasing baking pans. And I really prefer it when frying fish. Better tasting fish.

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Have you ever chopped firewood? I certainly have, but I prefer a chainsaw now.

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How hot does the weather have to get to be a heatwave? It would depend on the place, I imagine. In August in Oklahoma we call a "heat wave" anything over 100 F., which is actually normal for most of the month.

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What was the biggest pizza you ever have I guess it was a Pizza Hut 24 inch combo, thick crust. "I don't believe I ate the whole thing"! But, I did. I was very hungry at the time. And it had been a long time since I had had a good pizza, just having returned from the Far East. (lol)

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Would you eat at a nude restaurant? No. It might turn me off my meal. Everyone is not beautiful naked. And all the males would turn definitely me off....

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Can you multi task? Yep. I must be able to. Ever worked in a factory that produces several dozen products at the same time and ships them to several dozen customers every day? (smile).

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What is the most dangerous part of a boat? Depends on the boat and the weather and type of sea. Generally, in a bad storm, both fore and aft are the most dangerous, the safest being amid-ship.

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Have you ever been half sleeping in your computer chair on your computer? Never! I am always in my full alert mode on the pc...(wink).

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Are science and religion friends or foes? To me they are not enemies,...but many others, sadly, perceive them to be, i.e., those who deny any truth to the old scriptures...and those who think science, and particularly the theory of "evolution", denies God. Both are wrong.

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Who fought in the Battle of Arras? Which one (?)...the one in 1914, 1917, or 1918?

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Have you ever mixed 2 different kinds of sodas/pops together? Hasn't everyone? (lol) There was once a popularly requested drink at ball games, theaters, etc., called a "graveyard". Best I remember it was a layered drink composed of orange, strawberry, grape, and seven up. It was good when layered, but some would invariably stir it. Yuck!

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Over here it is Armistice day already. Do you respect the minute silence at 11H00am? It was originally Armistice Day in the U.S. as well, Greekgod. It was changed to Veterans Day to honor all veterans of all wars. I don't know about the "minute of silence" at 11:00 a.m. here, but we do have many celebrations and "solemn moments" on the day.

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Which airport has the most number of terminals? Both JFK and L.A. International have nine terminals.

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My fiance is a Gemini and I am a Cancer. I have read that Geminis are confusing, indecisive and always seeking something different. I have noticed these traits in my fiance and have heard that Geminis and Cancer do not match.(Thoughts on this and why) My dad was a Leo and my mom was a Libra...they were married for fifty-five years. They cetainly had their "differences", but none they could not work out. (smile)

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What have you learned from watching Sesame Street? That very young kids can come to love very ugly creatures if they perceive them as friends. Much different from most adolescents and adults...who tend to "love" others more for their looks than anything else....

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Why do people traditionally name their vote as opposed to other vehicles? You mean their 'boat', right? Well, it is an old tradition...going back to the old sailing ship days. The ship took on a personality of its own to the crew. We know the ancient Mycenaean's named their ships from the epic of the Argosy. Jason's ship was the "Argo".

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Is there something in your pantry that should have been thrown out a long time ago?................ Probably, but I am behind on my pantry cleaning. And it always hurts to throw food away. And reading all those expiration dates is very time consuming.

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"Adopting" a dolphin (via World Wildlife Fund) as a gift for a dolphin-loving coworker, $25 donation meets our agreed amount, is this a good gift? Not sure I understand. Do you mean you trap and hold dolphins in captivity somewhere and then ask for donations for them? Sounds like kidnapping and extortion to me....Why not ask for donations to protect dolphins in the wild?

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Its a pleasure to ride a Motorcycle all out in the open? Helmets do interfere with the enjoyment of the activity! Why Can't we cancel the law that makes wearing of helmets by motorcyclists compulsory? Enforced wearing of helmets has decreased the deaths in accidents of many motorcyclists in the U.S., Suby. On the downside, it has reduced the number of available cadavers for medical schools,..which has led to increased advertisement for leaving your body to science. You can even indicate it on your driver's license. Young, previously healthy, cadavers are preferred by med schools.

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Whare lies the origin of the new word 'Prostiboots'? Do all prostitutes wear boots to hide their skin up to their knees, feet upwards? Why do they and why should they? I have heard it, but am not really sure, except that in the winter in northern cities, the prostitutes on the streets wear them, high topped boots that reach up to the thighs, though they still wear the short skirts. It could just be a thing for warmth in winter. These gals are out on the street in all kinds of weather. "A gal's gotta make a buck"...(smile).

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What is 'Moonlighting'? Would all activities performed in the open without the aid of electricity be qualified to be called 'moonlighting'? A second job, Suby. Usually a part time job after or before your main job...for extra income. I know many people at my workplace who "moonlight". I did myself when I was younger. Couldn't deal with it now, though.

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When did the Answerbag turn Proletariat? All ABers made comrades sharing "Rank >1000"? No 'perestroika' for us? Karl Marx and Soviet Union are out of date! But all Comrades bunched together in '>1000' rank and Communism alive and well in the Answerbag? (lol!) I asked the same question, Suby. Rich says it is being "worked out". Many AB'ers think it is fine the way it is. I don't really care too much. But, I think certain credit should be given where it is due.

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Which were the happiest and most prosperous years in your life? (Mine were between 1991 - 1996)! Do you believe prosperity and happiness go hand in hand? Mine were between 1992 and 1999. No, they are not identical, but they do tend to go together. And no, the prosperity had nothing to do with the Clinton administration. The company I worked for at the time closed and left the country while Clinton was still in office. In spite of our agreeing to forego regular semi-annual raises for a while, the company was taxed and regulated out of the U.S.

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Does anyone know any card tricks that involve changing all of the cards in the deck to one card? PLz be honest, and if you have, plz tell the name of the card trick I knew one we called, "hook, line, and sinker", which involved the "sucker" drawing the same card every time the deck was shuffled and dealt. I used to know it well...and played it on several, but I would have to study up again. It is not an easy trick. You must keep all suits and numbers in your head all the time. I knew one "shark" who could deal you the same...

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Do you like curly fries? Fries are fries. Long stick fries are easier to dip and eat with the fingers.

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Is it hard to have an honest inter-racial conversation and, if so, why? Not for intelligent people with some knowledge and an open mind. More difficult when you have condescension on one part and blind resentment on the other. And generalizations never lead to honesty in any conversation.

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Do you love or hate San Francisco? I love San Francisco. It is a beautiful city with a great history. It has its problems as all large cities do, but they do work on them.

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What do you like to eat with fried eggs? A small ham steak or link sausage, hash brown potatoes, grits, toast.

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Is America finally ready for Dr. Who? What do you mean, "finally"? We watched it back in the eighties!

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Is diving a blight on soccer? Not sure, as I am not an expert on soccer. Do you mean a "body block" as I have seen, occasionally. I would also mention here the "pile dive" tackle in American football. It is obviously an attempt to injure the ball carrier...or at least to cause a release of the ball resulting in a turnover. It is a cheap play and is under criticism. It was used a lot when I was in...

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What is to blame for rising levels of teenage obesity? Too much chowing down on quick and easy junk and fast foods and little real physical activity.And it is not just teenagers,...it begins in elementary school. The TV and the net have replaced outdoor activity.

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Why do men have an easier time not showing their feelings than women? I am not sure we do. Men tend to deal with emotions differently than women, tending to internalize them more. I can tell pretty accurately how men in my family are feeling because I know them well. And it is culturally ingrained that men are supposed to be "strong and supportive" in time of sadness and grief.

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What is special about the number 496? It can only be divided by two four times, then you have an odd number, thirty-one, not divisible by any number.

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How would you feel if new measurements found out that the universe is not expanding, but contracting? Not worry much. It would still be billions of years before it collapsed on me...(lol)

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What should I do with the rest of my life? I am 15 male, alright to be around and single. (09 - Nov - 2009) zeeman, young friend, just enjoy being a fifteen year-old guy right now. Study and learn all you can. Yes, you should think about your future, but as you learn and study, you will better know what your interests are and what you want to do. And it should be something you are interested in. Don't get trapped into something that does not give you joy or satisfaction, even if it may seem...

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Have you ever cheated in an exam or test or anything similar to that? (Hanging head in shame) I once wrote a mechanism for an organic chemical reaction on the palm of my hand before an exam. It was one I just could never memorize and keep in my head. I almost lost it, though, as my hands became so sweaty during the exam. And I was terrified someone would see the inked scribbling,..which was rapidly blurring. Strangely, I did not even need it. The problem that...

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If you had the chance to play golf with Tiger Woods, would you? Sure. I would love to get some pointers from Tiger...or anybody else.

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Lately, when i wake up in the morning i have weird headaches and they last for about an hour after i get up. Can anyone help me get rid of them?.. :) I would have to know your hours and lifestyle, Melody, what your work hours are,...your diet, etc. Most headaches are from stress. Not getting proper sleep can be stressful. If it is a persistent problem, I would recommend seeing a doc.

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Some people can be hypnotized easily and some cannot be hypnotized at all. Is that true for brainwashing as well? Are there some people who are more prone to being brainwashed and some who are incapable of it? Any correlation between the two? There are certainly people who cannot be hypnotized, Rosie, and I can say with some authority that there are those (a few) who cannot be brainwashed. I will send you an email sometime about how I know this...(xxx)(hugs)

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I think I have finally found an Absolute, Universal truth! "Time spent with loved ones always goes by too quickly!" What do you think? Do you have any other Universal/Absolute truths to share? Sounds right to me, Rosie. I can remember them, but they definitely passed too fast. Though my childhood seemed to pass slowly,...my adolescence went by like a blur. And time has seemed to accelerate ever since. Who is in charge of these things? (smile)

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Did any Republicans vote for the health care reform bill? I was not aware there was one yet to be voted on....

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Should Cleveland Browns fans be patient? Cleveland is a town of very patient people. And very nice people, too. I like Cleveland. One of Ohio's best towns. I am a Brown's fan as well.

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Does Alaska have a College? Several. The biggest one is called the University of Alaska, Anchorage;..then there are, the University of Alaska, Fairbanks; the University of Alaska,Sitka;..the University of Alaska, Southeast. And many State and Jr. colleges all over.

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I think I might move to Alaska. Just because I want to. What do you think? I would move to Alaska in a minute if I had a sure job to go to in my line of work....and knew I could make enough to live ...in the manner to which I have become accustomed.

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Lets Do It! What do you want to do right now? Skip down the street, holding your hand and singing, "We're off to see the Wizard!...The wonderful Wizard of Oz! Because..because...because...because ...because of the wonderful things he does!".....But, you would be too chicken...(sigh...)

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Someone is knocking at your door but you are not expecting anyone. What do you do? Click on my security video. I can see who is standing at the door. It might be my brother...just dropping by. It usually is. Yeh, I will go let the old boy in. He usually brings some good booze with him.

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Who is your knight in shining armour? I don't have one, gabby, I am a knight myself. I have a lot of fair ladies on my list, though...and you are one. Where you been? How can I protect and defend you when you are always running off?? You gals really keep me busy!

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There were 19 Ab'ers lastnight according to my question who did not go out are any of you staying with us tonight? I am staying home tonight, safarii_23. I am all "tard out". It was a long week for old Tom. I am just chilling out with a few brewskies and waiting to answer your questions, sweetheart.

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Should the US pursue criminals who flee to other countries? Ex. Roman Polanski. Affirmative! All other countries do. Interpol is one of the best international organizations going. Would that the U.N. and the EU and NATO Worked as well as Interpol.

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Are scams prospering despite the world recession? Probably. They are still thick on the internet. Are there people who still fall for them? Incredible.

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What is something not like dust, but also not like sand? Volcanic ash. Once you have seen it, you know what it is and will never forget it.

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Do gods of death like apples? No, they don't like anything living.....They do like dry dirt and sand, though,..and some of them like ice....

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If you saw two/2 guys kissing each other, what would you do? Walk on by...Why should I do anything?

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Have you ever been outside naked? If so, when. Many times. I live in a place where you can be totally away from civilisation in a matter of minutes...and be in a cool, clear stream, "butt nekkid" and nobody sees you,...and if they do, nobody cares....(lol!).

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Where is one place that you have never been to before in your life? I have never been to Helsinki, Finland...though I would really like to go there someday.

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Does your dog like any vegetables and/or fruit? He doesn't know whether he 'likes' it or not, but he gets some spinach in his favorite chow...whether he knows it or not. He doesn't even know that he has no bowel or regularity problems, but I know.

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Can anything happen in San Francisco? No. A Republican could never be elected Mayor of San Francisco,..not even a gay Republican.

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What was your "most lost" lost weekend? It was more like a "lost two weeks" I think, sm00z. I had just got back home from Vietnam. I left a place where I was being shot at daily and went to place where I was processed out of the military and sent home all in the time frame of one week. You want to talk about culture shock? (lol) Well, My Old Man was a pretty cool guy. He had been there, himself. After all the...

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Where are you most likely to find the creator of the universe? In smaller things, like a baby's crooked smile. I think it is God winking at us. Just my opinion. Anyway, if He isn't there...he isn't anywhere important.

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How do you get avatars from the coumputer Search the net, find a picture you like. Then send the picture to your computer. Send it to any file. I send them to "My Pictures". When you want to use it as an avatar for a site, just hit the site's browse button, go to your picture and nab it. Voila'...you have your avatar.

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What's your good word for today? Observant

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What is the best bathroom cleaning product you've ever used? Water and bleach.

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Do teenagers have any concept of money? Very little in my observation. Some do, though,...those who are accustomed to having to work for it. That kid who delivers your order at MacDonald's or KFC is not going to be working there for the rest of his/her life. They are probably socking away money for college. And they are learning lessons as to how not to lose their temper when they are bitched at by assholes who think they...

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FoxNews is soft on the Ft. Hood shooter. The first one they interviewed is an Islamic apologist, who defended Nidal. Agree or disagree? Hmmm...no, I hardly think Fox was being "soft" on the shooter. I think they were trying to focus on the possible sympathies involved.

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Have you ever gone to a dangerous place I certainly have, young friend. When I was about twenty, I went to a very dangerous place called Indochina. I have been to a few others since, but never with the same naivete or ignorance. I have never forgotten the lessons I learned there; never take anything the government tells you without question, trust no-one in a jungle and, when in doubt, always shoot first.

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I just saw you pointing at something ... what was it? It was a bird,...no,..a plane..No! It was Superman!

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How do you get avatars from the coumputer Just browse, jlbb19. When you find a picture you like, send it to your own "pictures". Then, if you want to put it as an avatar on a site, just hit the browse button, go to your pictures and nab it. Voila'!..you have your avatar.

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What was the most beautiful continet you ever been in I have seen somewhat of four continents...and my favorite remains North America.

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True or False, you hate cats, OR dogs? I don't hate either, I just admit to being a 'doggie person'. There are both nasty cats and bad dogs. You can't generalize.

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What is your favorite video game when you were a kid Well, there were no video games when I was a "kid", jlbb19, but my young nephews were into "Dungeons and Dragons" and insisted I play with them,..so I did. It was kind of fun, but I was already a little old for it. (smile)

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Whats your favorite little debbie snack? Chocolate brownies...Mmmmm! I have to ration myself, though.

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Life...constantly making adjustments...balancing...changing. Never static. A beloved pet dies, someone gets engaged. A child is born, someone passes on to the next "place". Shouldn't we appreciate/ enjoy/ value each moment of each day while we can? Indeed we should, Rosie. It gets difficult sometimes with all the day to day work and mundane things we must do. But we should try harder. We pass this way but once...

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Do you have ice cream in your freezer right now? What flavor is it? French vanilla, Neapolitan, and black walnut. I am out of chocolate right now...otherwise it would be there...(lol)

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Who would like to do the cruise to Alaska? it is supposed to be really beautiful . Yes, I would...some day. My brother and sister-in-law did it a few years ago. They were very glad they did and have many great photos and videos of the sights.

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Do you identify with one or more "collective consciousness" (besides religion)? Well, yes. I identify with a sense of community with my neighbors and fellow residents of my rather small city...and county. I was born here and have lived here most of my life..with some periods of absence..but I always return. I will retire here, hopefully. All my immediate ancestors are buried here,.. five generations. I know where all their graves are. When I drive around this...

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Is capitalism moral? It is when moral people use it. It can be used immorally as well. All forms of socialism can also be very immoral. One of the largest socialist experiments of all time collapsed under its own weight of immorality and incompetence.

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At this moment, what is something you are NOT wearing? Shoes. Oh,..a hat.

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Was religion a factor in the Fort Hood Massacre? No-one knows...yet. This character had received a bad rating at his last post. He had also voiced his opposition to the US involvement in Afghanistan and in Iraq vehemently. I don't know why he was being sent to Afghanistan, with his record, but it evidently triggered something. He had adopted an Arabic name, somewhere in his past, but he was not Arabic nor had any known Muslim ancestry....

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Are you listening to anything right now? My oldies radio station.

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It is pretty bad when who lies to you? Your employer.

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What shouldn't you do in a hotel? ...Go around knocking on doors and asking people if they want to party.....

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You're married w/kids & an ex-girlfriend & her hubby (who's sterile) want your sperm to artificially inseminate her with. Would you do it? Wives-would you mind? Why or why not? I don't think I could do it. I don't know what the moral question might be, but I just would not feel right about it, especially if they still lived near and I would see the kid growing up.

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Why men can't cross their legs as tightly and gracefully as women? I don't know about the more "tightly", but most women certainly do it more gracefully. For one thing, they have the more wide hips and shaplier thighs. Men have more muscle and less fat in their thighs,..longer legs, and bigger feet. It is just not as "graceful"...(lol)

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What do you think of our world? Good and beautiful for the most part. It could be better, but that is our responsibility.

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Should you turn your computer off when you are having a break? No, not if it is a short break. You use more energy by rebooting than you do by leaving it on.

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Why are there so many stupid commercials on television, and who is responsible for creating them? We are responsible, Mr. Why? Because they work.

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What is your favorite salad dressing? Thousand Island is universal. You can't really go wrong, regardless of the salad or the meal.

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Do you ever get the feeling that everything is connected? Sometimes, when I really try to meditate, but usually I feel things in my world are very disconnected. And "The world is too much with us" is a very true statement.

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Who would like to snuggle? "Oh, Baby, it's COLD outside!" I would love to, Red. I got my fireplace going. How soon can you get here?

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What is something you blend? Milkshakes.

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What was the last thing you overreacted to? Well, it was many years ago and I was stationed in west Texas. I was at a local establishment (minding my own business and trying to carry on a meaningful conversation with a young lady) when somebody felt compelled to address me as a "god-damn Okie Air Force faggot!" I took exception and "over-reacted". He had definitely had more to drink than I had, so kicking his butt...

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Have you ever crossed over the Montana border? Three times. Enjoyed all of them. I had relatives there.

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Do you let fear stop you from doing things you want to do? No, it is usually lack of money or time that stops me...

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What would happen if you got rid of your television? I would either get more work done around the place...or spend more time on the net...

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What are casitas? In the US, they are lightweight travel campers. Very popular in these parts, (midwest).

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When do you start work on planting your vegetable garden? The weeding, tilling, and fertilizing begins in early spring. The planting will vary according to the veggie.

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Can you say 'While they were travelling, Richard kept a diary' or do you have to say 'While they were travelling, Richard was keeping a diary'? Technically, the tenses of the two clauses should match as the initial dependent clause is in the past progressive. A simpler way of saying it would be, "As they travelled, Richard kept a diary".

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Does your local area have plenty of trees? Certainly does. I am practically living in the middle of a national forest....

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AB user, Major Tom, lost his wife Megan to an accident involving a bus, just 8 hours ago. Would you join me in expressing our condolences to him on the loss of his life partner just when he was planning his retirement with her in 2 years time? I am so grieved for you, Major Tom. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. No words I can say at this point. Come back when you can. We can talk then if you want. Sincerely, Tom

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How do you like to make hot chocolate? My life's blood...I like to use the cocoa in powdered form with boiling milk and a dash of sugar and real butter. A marshmallow goes in the cup,..naturally...

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What are Hot Pockets? Sort of an American burrito without the chili and beans. I like burritos better.

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Was the Vietnam War a winnable war? Not really,..at least not for us. We could certainly have eliminated North Vietnam from the scene early in the game...with massive destruction and obliteration of the Ho Chi Minh Trail supply route and an earlier blockade. This was never done. We began the whole intervention like an "advisor" trying to help the South Vietnamese fight the war. As it became evident we would help more...

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Has the West failed Eastern Europe? Kaylan makes some good points, but he only says what the West did not do...not what he thinks it should have done differently or could have done. Were we to send envoys, "uninvited," into every former Soviet satellite to teach and instruct them in free enterprise, capitalism, and democracy? These countries all had unique problems that they had to sort out themselves. And some were...

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Should it always be business before pleasure? Sometimes they can be combined but business usually comes first by necessity...whether we like it or not.

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Are you good or bad at craft? I am pretty good at renewing old wood furniture.

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What's not worth crying over? The cancellation of "Swingtown".

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Why is Veterans Day important for all of us? It honors those who have served and put their lives on the line for the freedoms we have. Even for those who have no appreciation for them. No-one is "born with their freedoms or security as a natural right",..somebody gave them to them,..many at the cost of their own lives.

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Can you always tell the difference between the specific ethnicities of asians just by looking at them? please state your ethnicity too. I can do fairly well at identifying the different Asian ethnic groups. I spent three years in the Far East which involved some traveling. Not an expert by any means but neither are Asians themselves. There are variations within countries. Most Indo-Chinese people are very similar but there are separate ethnic groups within all of the countries. Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and...

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Why do we in England celabrate a terrorist a bomb plotter ...and in these times of global warming all get out there and burn stuff that stinx (grammer ad libbed i do apolagizzzzzzze) Were you meaning Wat Tyler, LANGIE? Or Guy Fawkes? Many in the US also still admire John Brown, who was a real terrorist and advocate of murder, despite the fact he was an abolitionist. +5

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Yes or No, you have had a close encounter of the third kind? I have had several close encounters of the third kind but I only have my suspicions about their being with alien beings. If they were not aliens, they were certainly very strange humanoid females. But I was very young then and not too particular.

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Do you like to share your knowledge or do you like to keep it all to yourself? I love to share it, whatever I have. That is one reason I am on AB. I was even a teacher once...but got tired of trying to share knowledge with so many who did not want it...and for so little pay. "Well, hell", I said to myself, "I can use this stuff better just to make a buck for myself". So, that is what I did.

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Is it not the case that to tell a joke..ie english irishand an scotish man is no more racist than telling a joke about some one who is black why is it that when it becomes about ie black.every one gets paranoid All jokes about white men are "OK", but jokes about other ethnic groups or "colors" can only be told by members of that group. That's just the way it is. Individuals of every race can be "bigots" but only white men are ever accused of it. This is nonsense, of course, but it will probably never change.

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What is your favourite movie about time travel? "Time After Time" (1979) with Malcolm McDowell as H.G. Wells and David Warner as "Jack the Ripper". Very entertaining.

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I can see clearly now the _________? ...optometrist fitted me with new glasses.

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Would you like to steal some candy out of my kids Trick or Treat Bags? I already stole all the Milk Duds though. You mean mommy! (lol) Well, I don't have kids, but my nephews and nieces made a big haul. I would be most tempted to snitch some of those peanut butter cups.....

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Are cyclists common in your local area? Yes, it is very common, at least in good weather. Many go on cycling trips on the country roads and some cycle to work if the distance is reasonable.

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...do you burn incense?... Sometimes, especially during Christmas season...sometimes just for "aroma therapy".

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What is a food that you always spill on you when you eat it? Spaghetti sauce seems to navigate toward me. I always do the napkin thing when I eat it. It helps a little, but, hey! "What came ye out to see? A man dressed in fine raiment?" (lol!) I came to eat spaghetti, not impress people...

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How are new oceans formed? There are no really "new" ones. Not in many millions of years. It would require the moving of a continent to a new location. Australia and Antarctica are still moving...but very slowly. Only a few inches a year.

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Do wolves ever retire from the hunt? Yes, they are often outrun and left tired and still hungry. Not an easy life,...as I well know....(smile).

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"Post coitum omne animal triste",do you know the meaning of this saying? "After mating, all animals are sad"...

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What would you like to see more of at your local mall? More employees who are responsible for keeping the carts out of the parking spaces...and keeping the restrooms cleaner.

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Would you mind if I paid you in gum? Not my preferred form of currency. I would have to sell it to somebody to "get mine". I don't use it.

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How do I evangelize people effectively? I'm trying to save people on my campus, any tips? First, NICK, YOU don't 'save' anybody. Understand that first. Don't take too much on yourself. Salvation comes from God. All you can do is let it be known what you believe. But, it should come in the right situation. You can turn people off very fast by being too up front and aggressive about "evangelizing". Don't feel you are being "scored" by...

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Future Indie Rockstar Imnotanonymous is now a MAESTRO! Care to toast his total awesomeness? Good work, my COATed friend. Congratulations.

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Do you subscribe to any lifestyle magazines? Men's Health and Outdoor Life.

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Fried rice & __________? ....spicy chicken with egg or spring rolls.

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What does Doug Hoffman's loss in the New York 23rd Congressional District mean for conservatives? It was not a surprise, so I don't think it means any particular change in the status of conservatives in New York or anywhere else.

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What do you think the future will be for Jon Corzine? I don't wish him any bad things,...I just don't wish him political success.

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How much sun should toddlers get every day? In summer, depending on the area and cloudiness of the day, twenty minutes is probably more than adequate. That is for 'adequate' vitamin D absorbtion. Longer is not necessarily bad, but sunscreen should be used for extended time outdoors.

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Men, do you carry your wallet in your left or right back pocket? I don't carry a wallet in either back pocket any more. I carry money and ID in a small zip folder in my front pocket with a chain that attaches to the belt. I got tired of losing wallets...or having them "picked".

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Where did Ayn Rand go wrong? I liked much in her books, but she did go a bit overboard in my opinion with individualism and "me-ness" in later years, to the point of ignoring the basic need for co-operation and compromise in any society.

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Is coffee harmful? No studies I know of have found coffee in moderation to be harmful. Caffeine can be abused like any other substance.

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Are some elections won by the least unpopular candidate? Very many, in my observation.

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What's so cool about pith helmets? Three basic qualities,..light weight (as helmets go), blocking the sun's rays while allowing heat to escape from the head.

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If you were to guess, how far is China from where you are? From where I am to Shanghai on the east coast of China is about 9,500 miles...as the crow flies.

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What's one candy brand you do NOT like? Hmmm...I am trying to think,..thinking ...thinking...Can't think.

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What in life can be called squishy? A shower sponge...but we like them that way.

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Is there anyone out there, right now who wants to talk to a depressed, demoralize, drunk? Well, not my favorite topic, Lone Wolf, but I am available. I have been there.

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When are razor manufacturers going to stop claiming "the closest shave"? can you get any closer? is it now false advertising? Yes, and especially with the ridiculous cost of razor blades now. And they don't keep an edge worth a damn. My grandad's old straight razor that he sharpened with a strop probably gave a closer shave than any of them now. Swivel heads, three blades in one...(poof!). One shave is all you can get with them and it is not that great.

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What's your favorite cap represent? USAF vet.

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What's something that was once quite commonly seen, but that you rarely, if ever, see anymore? Guys working on their own vehicles under a shade tree.

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Do you know a word begins with "pre"? Predisposed. I am predisposed to hanging out on AB and answering questions like this....

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Are you eating right? No, but I take my vitamins. I do my best, and I do eat a banana when I think about it. (lol)

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Do YOUR parents still resemble pictures of themselves in their TWENTIES? Or are they totally DIFFERENT looking? Well, both my parents have passed. But, they were great looking people. My mom was a knockout in her twenties and thirties...and forties. And my old man was a handsome dude. He was a quiet but tough guy. He was a young Marine in the Pacific in WWII. I was in awe of him. But he was a very sweet guy and never was mean to me. He was strict but never mean. We had a good relationship,...

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On your job, would you consider yourself "RESULTS ORIENTED"? I have to be, Millenium. If I am not, they would fire me. It can get stressful, but I understand the system. It's just the way it is. And I have to stress others, sometimes. I don't like it, but I have to. If we don't produce, the company fails...and we don't have jobs.

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Are you able to "STUDY" with music playing. . . . .or . . . . .do you need ABSOLUTE SILENCE? Good question. When I was buried up studying science, I needed silence. But when writing an essay on Emerson or Thoreau,...I liked some good music.

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What did you argue or fight about the most with your siblings? Clothes. "That's my sweater!" "No, it's mine! Aunt Jane gave it to me last Christmas!" "Liar! Aunt Ruth gave it to me on my birthday!" (lol)

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Do you plan to spend a certain amount of money on Christmas shopping each year; and stay within your budget? I always make a budget for Christmas. I hardly ever stick to it, though...

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If you live in a cold climate; in the winter months, do you go out to your car/truck and start it up some time before you're ready to leave so it will already be warmed by the time you go outside and get in your car? (smile) Yep.

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Are we really what we eat? Well, yeah, pretty much. But all foods have much in common...i.e., they all have vitamins and minerals and carbs and proteins. Some have more of one than the other. But, they are all good. We just nead to eat a good variety.

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Do you floss and brush daily? Definitely. My past dental bills made a believer of me...(smile).

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When was the last time you had a meat pie? If you remember I do remember. Last Thanksgiving. They are a popular thing here around Thanksgiving...and Christmas. Some gals can be persuaded to make them at other times as well, like for Fourth of July...My sister makes the best I know. She learned from our mom.

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Where do ants come from when you leave food out if you have closed the doors and windows? They come in from outside, keithold. They are like an army that "invades" from any opening they can find. Cracks in the walls, vents, doors that are not totally sealed shut, windows. You can't keep them out but you can "discourage" them. There are some good "anti-ant and anti-roach" remedies. I get mine from my local Farmer's Market store. But even...

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Did the cosmic collision that extinct the dinosaurs rock the Earth so hard it tilted the planet's rotation giving it winters cold blooded reptiles never knew driving them further into extinction? The meteor strike near Yucatan that many believe caused the extinction of the dinosaurs was not so great, really. It was not enough to cause a "wobble" in the earth's orbit. It certainly created a weather and climate change for a short time...but long enough to affect the dinosaurs' reproduction. This is why; the dinosaurs were both reptiles and "proto-avian"....

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OMG!!! Would you consider this guy the world's luckiest man? He certainly must have a "Guardian Angel".

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Do you know anyone who really needs this sign? Don't know, Shemarq. I will check it out. I can always use some good laughter....

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Which is better: ceiling fans or air conditioners? I use my ceiling fan more than the a/c most of the time. There are only a few months in summer when the a/c is really "necessary" for me.

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Why do my wipers not work on Intermittent? The motor cuts out completely when set to "Int", but the blades will park when turned off and run fine on Low or High. Bad relay? If so, where? Or is it the switch? (1985 Corolla Sedan) It is probably in the switch. Wipers on all Toyotas of that time were sometimes the first things to go out. I had to have mine fixed twice, but I drove it for twenty years. It should not be expensive.

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I don't like using the term "straight" to describe myself, as it implies that others are somehow "bent" or "crooked". What other term besides "hetero" is appropriate? "Other gender tropic."

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What drink would you accompany with a cigar ? :) A good Napoleon brandy.

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Do you ever think about ways to improve yourself, ways to be a better person, or do thoughts like those make you uncomfortable so you avoid them? I am always trying to improve myself, hon. You know that. I am also always having to be a mean old boss. If I was the "real me" at work, they would have to fire me. Undestand?

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Do you stay out of some battles or do you jump in whenever you find one to your liking? I used to jump in a lot when I was younger, but I am more reserved now. I can still be a mean old dude when I need to be, though....(smile) I still have the same values I did when I was twenty, but I use more "peaceful" ways to resolve conflicts now. But, I still know how to defend myself.

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Doesn't it make you shake your head and sigh when you ask for an opinion and people give you a scientific definition? I just laugh at them. Well, not if the question asks for a scientific answer.....Do you want an opinion about whether the string theory is valid in astro-physics or whether Carl Perkins was more influential than Elvis in early rock-a-billy? What kind of "opinion" do you want? Be sure you know you are asking before you criticize the answer.

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In the vast world of Answerbag, have you ever regretted giving your opinion on any questions because of the responses you got or have others been civil and polite even though they disagreed with you? What about questions you've asked? Any regrets? Mostly good responses to my questions and answers. A few noodniks, but that is to be expected. Who cares about a few noodniks? I don't. I made Guru with all the noodniks on AB after me. Some are still attached to me. They seem to have a strange affinity for me. They follow me around like puppies, peeing on themselves and on the floor. I guess am a father figure for them or something.

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Have your supervisors/bosses generally been helpful and supportive or have they mostly just been bossy? Sometimes when people are given authority over others they get a bit pompous and, well, pushy. How would you rate your supervisors/bosses? 50-50...Buttholes and Good guys. I am lucky at the present time, because I work a shift that I don't have to deal with the "day ladies" in the office. I just do my job and make sure my people do theirs. So far, things have worked well that way...It is sort of like the military. When I was in the war (all wars are the same) we fought the enemy and the officers did...whatever...

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How long could you go without talking? Indefinitely. But, I do have to utter verbal instructions on the job. If it were not for that, I could probably take a vow of silence....for the rest of my life.

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How do you finish a novel or book in the shortest amount of time possible? I don't read a novel or book in the shortest time possible. How stupid! I read a book to understand it. Why else would I read a book?

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Are you in love with Edward Cullen? Who? Me? Are you kidding?! Hell, no! He ain't my type. He doesn't have the right equipment between his knees. And he's dumb!

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Is there a way to keep a bike jersey in decent condition that doesn't involve handwashing it? Sure, you just soak jerseys in cold water wash. Then rinse them out. What's wrong, keithold? Are you averse to touching your hands to soapy water? You were never in the Army/Navy were you....(?)

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Which country has the most beautiful women? and in which the most attractive men? Well, of course, U.S.A. women come from all over the world, and there are some fantastically beautiful women here but, if you are being specific about countries of origin...and as they still are today..I believe Estonian women ..generally speaking..are the most beautiful in the world. This is just my personal choice, of course. I know I should say Scottish or Irish women and, indeed, many are...

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Would you consider having your ashes spread at a special place? Yes, over the mountains of eastern Oklahoma...where I grew up.

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Was the pot scene in "Easy Rider" real? Probably....

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Whats the most comforting smell in the morning? repeated..ignore.

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Which boob do you notice first in this picture? Both at once...on the right.

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Have any of your pets had to have a tooth extraction(s), if so how soon after did they recover? Yes, just a few days, about the same as people.

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Its almost dark and the porch light is on but not one trick or treater, am I just being impatient? Maybe you are giving off bad vibes. I have jacko-o-lanterns hanging on the porch and a big ugly witch on the window. I have had a dozen little ghosties already.

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Ok, so there is only 45 mins. left of trick-or-treating, and I think I'm going to be stuck with tons of candy, any creative ideas on how to get rid of it? You must be on the East Coast. We have two hours and fifteen minutes left of feeding little ghosties. I just keep it in the fridge for Christmas, scubaduba. I also raid it and eat it myself off and on. Hey! I bought it, didn't I?

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At what age would you say you stopped acting childish and acted like an adult? About age fifteen. It was not really a sudden thing, but there were things that happened during a single year that caused me to grow up sooner than I might have otherwise. Not pleasant things. Hard to deal with. But I had help and examples to follow.

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When on Halloween should the trick or treating start? After sundown. No self-respecting haint goes out before dark! Everybody knows that!

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How should we poach salmon? An iron skillet and some water is a good start.

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Can you name something that is sticky? Fly paper. But it really works...still. Better than any spray.

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What fits into Russia? Almost nothing, anymore, except Russia itself. All the old Soviet Republics have declared their independence; Ukraina, Kazak, Georgia, and others. Well, I guess Russia still has Siberia. That is a lot of timber, so I guess they can always go into the lumber business if things don't work out with Iran.

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...are you friends with your landlords?... I haven't had a 'landlord' in almost twenty-five years, aloa-girl. Owning your own place is great. You can tell a lot of people to kiss off and don't come back..."and don't let the door hit you in the ass on your way out"...(lol)

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Which US state grows the most pumpkins? Illinois...16.6 million last year (2008). Followed by California, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Ohio.

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Have you walked the dog yet? Yes, of course. We take our walk together.

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What are some common surnames in Louisiana? Are you serious, Querty? Well, Smith and Jones are pretty common, as they are everywhere else...but, in some parts of Louisiana, you will hear names that are not so common...like Baudoin, Martinique, Soubeyroux, Gavin, Hebert, Lafleur, Ferree, Fayette, Dominique, Villier, Bonhomie...(guarantee! smile).

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Do you think it's okay for guys to wear pink? I got a pink and purple striped tie as a gift from a gal years ago. I wore it once...for her... I still have it, though I have never worn it since.

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What place in your house do you use your computer? I call it my "office", which it is, but the couch is also a 'hide-a-bed' for when I need to give guests a place to sleep. So, it can become a bedroom..."presto-chango"..(lol)

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Are werewolves becoming less prominent in horror than vampires and zombies? Yeah, I don't think I have seen a good werewolf movie in years. Not since the eighties, actually,...and it was a comedy. Michael J. Fox in a remake of, "I was a Teenaged Werewolf". In fact, has there ever been a really "good" werewolf movie since Lon Chaney, Jr.?

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What shouldn't you do when placing an order at McDonalds? I could tell a long story, here, keithold, but I just don't want to get into it now. All I will say is, "Do you remember a movie with Jack Nicholson by the name, "Five Easy Pieces"? There is a scene in a cafe concerning a chicken salad sandwich. Well, I had a similar experience at a McDonalds once. Don't get me started....

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Have you ever made an . . . . .insincere. . . . . . .apology? Why? Errmm...no, I don't think so. I have made many apologies, but they were all for things I did or said that I realized were stupid and hurtful.

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Should we worry about a coyote attack? Well, ahh, no. Coyotes don't attack people. Neither do wolves. That is an old myth and fairy tales are full of "big bad wolves". Coyotes are predators upon small prey, like rabbits and prairie dogs. They help keep things under control. Wolves used to keep the large herbivore animals in balance, but they were wiped out in the US years ago. Ranchers thought they were a danger...

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Why have fall'n angels? "O, how art thou fallen, Lucifer,..Son of the Morning Star?" Don't know, Lynn. I think it is a metaphorical story, myself. See, all the things we are tempted with by "Satanic forces" are really very good things. They were all created by God...who said "It is very good". But, we are tempted to use them in the wrong ways. We are tempted to...

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You a angel or demon? I am an angel in disguise. Sometimes I look like a demon just to scare the hell out of little would-be demons. (wink)

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As we know, in line with the Lisbon Treaty, Europeans won't have the right to vote for the "President of Europe". Should we have this right? I don't understand the EU, anyway. I understood the "Common Market", I think, and it made sense. But, the EU is a strange thing to me. Do most Europeans even understand what it is?

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Do you start each day as a new start? Sounds good, but reality is not always so upbeat. "This is the first day of the rest of your life". Yeah, that's true, but when you know it is going to be just as crappy as the day before, it is hard to feel too enthusiastic about it. I have my good days and bad like everybody. And I do love my weekends, unless I get called in to work on a Saturday. That really frosts me....

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How can we teach our kids to be thankful? Educate them. Show them what so many others have had to do to give them what they take for granted. I cannot imagine what my own grandparents' lives were like. They had much harder lives than I have had, except for a few intervals when I had some really bad times my grandfathers could not imagine.

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What were Paris Hilton and Lindsey Lohan thinking? They can think?

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What has star wars taught you about life? There are good guys and bad guys but, it is often hard to tell which is which, sometimes.

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Do you like blue cheese salad dressing? I love it, especially with a salad preceding a seafood dinner.

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What is the best value meal you can make or get for $5 or less? Lunch at the Senior Citizens Center in my home town. A very good balanced meal for 50 cents for members. And different every day. Plus some great conversation. Can you beat that? (lol) Hey, I am not retired, but I am very much a senior citizen and not a bit too proud to take all the benefits I can get. I got my senior's discount card for all the stores and restaurants that honor them,...

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When will the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame run out of mainstream acts to induct? Certainly not in my lifetime....

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Whats the most comforting smell in the morning? My fresh perked coffee....

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Would you pay $20,000 to rent a beach house for a week? Nope. I already have a beach house. It is called an RV.

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Should "you leave something alone if it's working"? My motto,..."If it ain't broke, don't fix it"...except for regular "preventive maintenance". This usually just involves oiling or tightening some screws.

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Do our nostrils smell independently of each other? No. The nostrils are just "air holes". The sense of smell comes from the delicate nerve endings at very back of the nasal cavity. Close one nostril, and everything still smells the same.

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The Anonymous Witch is now a sage, Who would like to join me in a witchery party in her honour? Ha! How appropriate! On Halloween! I will certainly congratulate Anonymous Witch on her achievement at this very good time. And sage goes well in any 'pot'...(smile).

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Are you a beach person, a mountain person or neither? A mountain person by birth and nature, but I like to spend time in many different locations. In other words, I would probably not spend a long vacation in the mountains, but rather on a beach or on the ocean. Mountains I have with me always...(smile).

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What is the next best thing after going to Hawaii? Going to American Samoa.

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Are Americans still banned from smoking Cuban Cigars? No, just from importing them. If you have one, you can offer it to me. I would accept. (smile)

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Did you buy Halloween candy in mind for the trick or treaters or yourself ? (be honest lol) For myself as well! (lol) I always have leftovers, so I want to have what I like....

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How long can people live in an iron lung? Indefinitely, though there are other factors which may cause people in such a situation to have shorter lifespans than otherwise. Paralysis and lack of activity can simply cause a more rapid rate of deterioration. The circulatory system requires a pretty constant boost from muscular activity to remain functional for a long time.

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What comes first in your day: having breakfast or checking your e-mail? Coffee always comes first. I may have breakfast while checking the mail or checking email after. I am not a big breafast eater but I always have something...even if it is toast and jam and juice. I like to check my email early. Sometimes I can receive important things from relatives early in the morning.

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Did the Virgin Mary really live a Virgin Life? Jesus has four named brothers, James (who became the leader of the Jerusalem church), Simon, Joseph, and Judah(named in Mathew). He had at least two sisters, though they are not named. I have no reason to believe they were not also the children of Joseph and Mary, as Jesus was obviously the eldest brother in the family. Many have said these were children of Joseph by a previous marriage, or...

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What is the biggest city in the Caribbean? Havana, Cuba, with 2,100,000.

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What can fix all things? No such thing, but the '15 in 1' bicycle wrench comes as close as anything I know.....

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Who would you run from? The local Democratic Women's Action Group. "We only want to HELP you!" Run fast and lock my doors....

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If a beer is in one hand whats in the other? The TV clicker...and I am in control of both! (lol)

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Why does E=MC2 and why should we care? Why does F=mg, and why is there a "gravity constant" of 9.8m/sec/sec? That's just the way it is, keithold. And is it not good that we know at least that much about the world and universe we live in? There was a time when we knew next to nothing and worshipped the sky, sun, moon, oceans, and trees and invented gods for all of them. It got confusing. And the gods did not always...

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For those who liked 'Cash for Clunkers', do you like knowing that it cost tax payers (that's you too) $24,000.00 per car, not $4,500.00? Well, Sherri7, look at it this way,...it took hundreds of thousands of Obama bumper stickers off the highways...(lol!) That is worth something...

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Who were the members of Sun Records "Million Dollar Quartet"? Ahh...that would be, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash, at a "gathering" at Sun Records in Memphis in 1956. The four had together turned Sun a million dollars in record sales. And that was when a million dollars was really worth a million dollars...(smile)

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What is the last e-card you sent? A birthday card to my brother...last August.

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Is the U.S. government so out of control or corrupt that it will never get set straight? We have to keep hoping and keep faith in the system, Sherri7. What more do we have? And we are ultimately the monitors of our elected servants. We hire them and we can fire them. And we can take the time to let them know how well we think they are doing. Most simply don't bother. The greatest democracy on earth is less of a democracy because the people simply abdicate their...

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What is the worst possible way to be woken from your sleep at 4 a.m.? A loud siren from the local tornado watch and alert station....though I am glad we have it....

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According to Pirelli, "Power is nothing without control". What do you think? I totally agree.

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Is there a case for increasing the speed limit on some roads? Yes, many interstates in the US are so well constructed and have three or even four lanes for slower, faster, and passing that the speed limit could well be increased to allow a smoother flow of traffic over long distances. The speed limits on most cannot really be enforced anyway.

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What is something you caught your pet eating that they should not have been? A sofa cushion. He knows better now. A trip to the vet cured him.

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Is there animal that does not have nails? Do you mean mammal? Technically, whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, seals, and sea lions do not, but their fins and flippers are adapted for an aquatic life. Their ancestors did, though. And even the ends of the fins and flippers have a rougher type of flesh than the rest, which is an evolutionary adaptation from the claws and nails.

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Which sport do you NOT see on tv Dog or cock fighting, bull vs bulldog in a pit, bear vs mastiff in a pit, man vs lion in an arena. All these old favorite sports are banned from TV. You can still see man vs man with deadly weapons on TV, though, thanks to the media and war correspondents (probably one of the oldest sports).

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What do you think of the name Shia for a baby boy? Can't say, not knowing the culture. It certainly isn't Scottish...or Anglo-Saxon...(smile).

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When, if ever, should women wear a hat? When outside working around the house or garden in summer, at the beach or sporting events in summer..as a sun block, or for warmth in winter, or a hard hat if they work around heavy industry. In other words, whenever and for whatever reason men wear hats. And they can wear a logo hat for decoration...just as men can...and do.

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Do submarines offer value for money in defence? Definitely. They are the part of the Navy any potential major enemy fears most, even more than aircraft carriers or missile-launching surface vessels. The only way they can combat them is with their own subs...and ours are so far beyond anyone else's there is no contest.

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The boogeyman lives in my closet and wants to eat me. What are some effective anti-boogeyman measures I could take to remedy this horrid situation? Draw a pentagram on the closet door. He can't get out. Then call 'Gostbusters' at 1-999-Br-4-549, ask for the "Keymaster".

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Are some young people attracted to risky sports or activities because of the risk? No doubt. But, you don't really have to be that "young" to be attracted...(wink).

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If i say its the end, you say__? Tomorrow is just another day....(Scarlet O'Hara, "Gone With the Wind").

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Who should die? Well, Lynn, we all have to go sometime. Some seem to go before their time...and others seem to be here for longer than they should,..but it is all a big mystery. Life does not always make sense to us. Neither does death. This is why some turn to religion...and others turn away from it.

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When you feel overwhelmed by high tech gadgetry, how do you rebel against it? Just avoid it as much as possible. I keep my life as simple as is reasonable. When I need to learn something really new, I call my nephew, the high tech expert. And he works cheap for me. A sixpack usually suits him. (lol) He remembers when I taught him how to fish...and drive a car. He thinks his old uncle is pretty ok.

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I say lets go blow up a broken down car, you say__? No...lets give it to "Cash for Clunkers", split the money, and have a party!

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How come so many elderly folk think that everything which doesn't come from their generation sucks? Well, many have had a memory lapse or two. They tend to forget many of the bad things of their generation and get frustrated with many of the changes that they don't understand. High tech stuff is pretty much beyond many from the depression era. My granny got frustrated when the TVs got beyond turning the dial by hand to the three or four channels she had. I can understand. Some...

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Should we try to engineer a cooler earth? I am not sure we should, given the scheduled mini-ice age that the cycles of the last two thousand years of history have shown is due very soon.

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What would you do if you received several invitations to events on the same day? That can be a difficult situation. I always respond to invitations with thanks and, if I cannot attend, I always honestly explain why. A family event would, of course, come before a friend's event and this is certainly understood.

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Major Tom - like a bat out of hell is now a sage. Who would like to join me at a classic rock party in his honour? Ground Control to Major Tom: Congratulations! Great job!

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How much do you dress up for an average day? Not at all, unless I am going out after work...a rare occasion on a weekday. I work in coveralls or dungarees, mostly. I am basically just an "erudite working stiff" that reads a lot...(lol)

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Do you take vitamins? Should people take them and Why? When is it to late to start? I take a multivitamin and mineral...just for insurance. I know I don't always eat a balanced meal when I am on the run at work. I take an omega3 fish oil capsule also. And I take saw palmetto for the old prostate. It is just that time of life....

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What is something that can become poisonous when overused? Vitamin A., iron, and protein.

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How would you describe the current state of your health? I will just go with my doc's statement...which is that it is very good, especially for my age (62). I am not a health fanatic but I do use good common sense, I think. I eat reasonably, with little high fat and cholesterol, but I do indulge myself on special occasions...as I think I have "earned it" (lol). I work pretty hard but I know it is not the aerobic type of exercise...

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What do you think of people who submit friends requests to yourself and others but never participate otherwise? I know that they do this because I have saved a few profiles like this to bookmarks after I turn them down. I have had some who only wanted to be on my friends list so they could easily find my answers and DR them. When I figured out who some of them were, I removed them, of course. Trolls can be sneaky that way.

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What do you think of men in their late 20's having sideburns? It was the fashion in the seventies, even for guys who had relatively short hair. They varied in length, but I wore burns to the bottom of my earlobes like most everyone else.

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Do you take sleeping tablets to give you a good nights sleep? Rarely, but occasionally. Sometimes your cycle just gets out of balance, especially if you work changing shifts.

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Is political idealism the scourge of history? No, I don't think so, per se. Some ideals are better than others...and some have succeeded better. Actually, I think the lack of true idealism has been more of a problem in history. Not all revolutionary movements are truly idealistic. Many have been based on pure desperation and chaos and the people being led by the nose.

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I'm quite a traditionlist and struggle with the idea of an older women and a younger man. Is this an old fashioned thought now? Age is always relative. There are "traditional guidelines". I think there can be too great a difference in age, whether male or female, to have a real relationship other than a temporary sexual one. But, there are always exceptions.

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What should a good chef's knife be like? Light and small, but very sharp.

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When was the last time you had a toothache? Must have been about fifteen years ago. It was a wisdom tooth I had never got around to having removed. It was an "impaction" and still growing.

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Would you make out with Charize Theron for $140,000? Even for much less,...like,..for free!

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How hard is it to find a job in Phoenix at the moment? Phoenix is a very good place to find a job right now. Most numerous are service jobs, but it is very good for professional as well, particularly in health care, business administration, engineering, and a good place to consider locating a private business in retailing or real estate.

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Would you buy your cat mouse flavoured cat food if it was on the market? Sure. In fact, I think many dry catfoods contain such flavorings, along with others that cats like.

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What is a sweat lodge? A steam bath.

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Did Prince Philip ever consider becoming a diplomat? I believe he did after WWll, but he opted to be the consort of the Princess instead. Actually, he would probably have been a good diplomat. He may have felt he could be both, but the protocols of Royalty relegated him to role of sire to the future generation of crowned heads. It is even dubious now if he will live to see any of his progeny crowned.

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What is a tributary A stream or river that flows into a larger one, or into a lake.

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Can you come up with a question that is out of the blue? Sure. Do you like to study clouds?

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Does New Zealand grow good wines? Probably not, but they may grow good grapes from which good wines are made.

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What should be the charge against the two pilots that missed the airport because they were playing around on their laptops? Negligence and endangerment.

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Will we need a million dollars to retire? I hope not! That rules out retirement for me. I will have to "die in the harness", as my grandad used to say.

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Does love=sex? They may go together but they are not the same thing.

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Do you know any spells/incantations/concoctions and so forth?/ I know some concoctions, but I am not sure they come from witchcraft. They have been passed down through the family for generations. Most are home remedies.

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Where did you get that? At a garage sale...Oh! You mean my deep thought? I heard it through the grapevine...

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Would you give a homeless person CPR if they were dieing? Certainly. Anyone.

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What is the best time of year to go camping in your local area? My favorite time is Fall...after first frost. Just a more pleasant time for me and most of the pesky insects are absent. The campire is a lot more enjoyable as well.

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Which animal has the best eyesight? Day or night? There would be a big difference. Your night predators, owls, raccoons, all the cats, coyotes and wolves, have great night vision. Not as good during the day, though.

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Should I eat popcorn and drink beer while watching "Medicine Man", "Commando", "Patriot", "Grumpy Old Men" or "Ed TV"? I can't eat popcorn and drink beer together at all. I can eat sausage and drink beer, though. And I really liked Medicine Man.

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What is your opinion on days that the sun isn't shining? If it is early morning, it makes me want to sleep in longer...(lol) I love the rain in the morning. And I can enjoy a rainy day. Especially if it is a Saturday. Put some logs on the fireplace and have some mocha coffee, and put on some "rainy day" music.

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Where do the worst drivers live? In Tokyo, Japan. Sorry, I loved Japan, but thy are the absolute worst drivers in the world.

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Is it better to confront your critics or ignore them? Hon, I am not important enough to have critics. I only have employees that either think I am OK guy or an old bastard. Sometimes I don't even know which one I am, myself.

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Here's what I don't get....Cheney and his ilk keep telling us how they kept us safe but 9/11 happened on their watch so how did they keep us safe? Well, Rosie, did any terrorists attack Disneyland? Think about it....(lol!)

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Why does the FBI count cocaine in kilograms, but methamphetamine, marijuana and heroin in pounds? Hmm don't know, iwnit. I think marijuana is weighed and counted in ounces, unless it is a really big haul. Anyway, we are still mostly on the old English weight and measuremet system in the US, even in construction. Lumber is sold in board feet and concrete is layed in tons. Medicine uses the metric system, though, and prescriptions are dispensed in grams. Strange, but the building...

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What have you done to "burglar proof" your home? Got a security system that blasts when anybody comes in unauthorized...and an alarm goes off in the cop cars all over town. Seriously. It is great. You just have to remember to shut it off when you come home.

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Are angry British voters tuning into bigots? Bigots? In Britain? Surely you jest! And why should native working class British feel they are being disenfranchised in their own country? Surely the government's policy of allowing any and everyone from the former Empire into Britain with little or no job skills and no real reason to be there except to increasingly take jobs from British citizens is nothing but 'fair' after...

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What is the key to Michigan's future? Lake Superior.

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Is Twitter text messaging for people with no friends? Aren't they all?

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What would you do if you had a week to spend in southern Italy? Do some beach surfing and relaxing, then check out the local area and historical sites. Isn't Pompeii somewhere thereabouts? And Mt.Vesuvius? I would be very interested in that place.

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Are labrador retrievers vicious? Not at all. They are big lovable puppies. And a beautiful dog.

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What would movies be like without a villain? Rebbecca of Sunny Brook Farm, Little Women, Little Lord Fauntleroy,...Do you need more? Want more?

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Have you ever smoked marijuana in the past; either regularly, occasionally or just for socializing? If so; when was the last time you did so? About thirty-five years ago. No, not regularly,..only when I was with a group of "friends" in college and not taking a toke would have made me "suspect". It was a crazy time. Yes, I did inhale....I just never cared for it. I did not like the high. I much preferred booze.

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What type of food posioning will make you very sick? Ptomaine poisoning, Botulism, and Salmonella poisoning. They will all make you very sick. The first two will kill you in a very short time. A bacterium called Perfringens will also make you very ill in a short time, but won't kill you. You will just wish you could die....

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How stupid do you have to be to drink and drive now a days? It appears that even those with an IQ of 75 are still caught driving while under the influence...Scary isn't it? Of course this test was only in the state of Texas, so who knows what the statistics for the country at large is. (?)

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What can not catch on fire? Asbestos. Unfortunately, somebody said it also causes cancer. I don't know, but we must accept the dictates of higher authorities, must we not? So now, more houses and buildings burn down and more people are killed in such fires...burned to death..but, at least they didn't get cancer....

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What is something that a man hates to do? Hold his woman's purse in Wal-Mart while she goes to pee.

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When should a high speed chase be called off? When the persuee and the persuer are both in excess of 130/mph.....That is when the persuer calls ahead and a road block is set up for the persuee,...a very heavy road block...with lots of sand and padding.....

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How attractive are you to the opposite sex? When I was little, old ladies thought I was adorable and wanted to kiss me. Now, little girls think I am adorable. Did I miss out somewhere?

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Have you ever been from rags to riches or riches to rags? I refuse to answer on grounds that my answer may tend to impoverish me....and bring ridicule down upon me...

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When they had a survey of women of who would have sex with Bill Clinton, how many said never again? Fifty out of fifty-five in the survey said, "Never again!" The survey was totally anonymous.

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Do you still believe that TWA flight 800 was NOT shot down by terrorists? It is really still a mystery,..but if it was any known terrorist group, they would certainly have claimed it. That is why I suspect not. I think this one is a legitimate "unknown mechanical failure". A tragedy, but all tragedies do not make a lot of sense. I have seen many people lose their lives in accidents that have no real meaning...except that people died. That is just the...

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Do you know anyone who's blind that owns fish? No, but I own a fish that is blind....Her name is Wanda...She can still find food, though, and seems content.

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Do opposites really attract? Well, positive and negative electrodes do...and male and female people do....But after the first connection,..The bond can become very unstable. Now you have had your chemistry and biology lesson for today, children....

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When did men first begin to feel insecure about the size of their ...eh...private parts? When did this hangup originate? When Grog and Dork first went into the creek for a bath...naked. It was somewhere in southern Europe...which had just come out of the ice age. Damn! It was cold!

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Do real vampires sparkle? Nah! That's pure Hollywood...They are very dull, pasty white, and red-eyed. They are so ugly, nobody wants to be around them. They pass a cup around at parties begging for a few drops of blood. They usually get some ..as they pay a lot better than the blood bank downtown....

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What is a good idea for a 14th birthday party? A cake with fourteen candles (?)

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We know viruses like the flu can enter the body through the eyes, nose, and mouth, but can they enter the body through the ears? Just curious. They could, Mr., but it is a matter of where they can go from their entry point. Their target is the lungs. Hard to get to the lungs from the ears...or the...toenails. Viruses can survive for a short time in the eyes...a very short time. But, when people rub their eyes, they can then touch other parts of the face,..the nose and mouth...etc. See what I mean? That is why the docs in the...

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Is belief in global warming declining? Even those who say, "yeah, well, it's probably true", don't seem to be overly concerned. If you ask them why they think it is "probably true", all you get is "well, so many 'smart people' say so"...(?!) Do they know how many 'smart people' also say it is not true? (lol)

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If someone were to tell you that they wanted to read the classics, what would your suggestion be? Don't forget Thomas Hardy. Not the most cheerful reading, but very deep and meaningful. 'Jude the Obscure' is a powerful novel, analyzing how much a human soul can withstand...and keep going.

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Would you use a universal phone charger? Sure. There is no damage they can do that I know of.

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When shouldn't you use your mobile or cell phone? While driving. About six people have been killed in this county this year because somebody was on their phone and not paying attention to the traffic. Sad.

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...do you chew gum?... No. That is something I never even liked as a kid. I don't chew it and am a little turned off by those who are chewing it, especially females. Sorry, gals,..it just ain't cool...and definitely not sexy.

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Does Morgellons exist? Evidently it does...An infection by a small mite,...and is still reported.

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Are baby birds cute? Not when they first hatch out. They are just ugly little lizards. When they put on some down and a few little feathers, many are kind of cute. At least their parents think so....

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Should pilots be able to take a nap during flights? Sure, and the co-pilot takes over while Cap grabs forty winks. That is SOP. It is when BOTH grab forty winks at the same time that I have issues with....That, and overshooting the landing strip by 115 miles. Ahhh,..guys, let's, ahh, try to stay a little more alert...shall we?

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Is your participation in physical activity/exercise something you choose to do (for fun) or something you feel you *have* to do (for health reasons)? I used to enjoy it...running and exercising, but now it is just because I think I should. I give the barking dogs in the neighborhood the bird as I jog by,..little shits...I am tempted to toss them a poisoned bone some day.

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How do you make yourself laugh, smile, etc? I can be a pretty good actor when I really want to be. I can think of funny incidents pretty quickly and laugh or smile on cue. I can also break down and weep. And I can also do my "get out of my face, you ridiculous a**" pretty easily, too (wink).

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Can goats wave? Yes, they can flash their tails as deer and elk do, but they are not waving at you. They are signalling to the rest of the herd that something is wrong and potentially dangerous.

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Christians: Why did Jesus show up when he did? Why didn't God have him show up sooner? Wouldn't it have been better for everyone if he came sooner? Actually, the timing was perfect. I have my own reasons for believing why it occurred at the time and place it did....right at the crossroads of geography, history, and spiritual awakening. At another time and place, it would have been just a footnote in some obscure history that would have disappeared...as so many did when the library at Alexandria was destroyed....As it was, the story...

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Have you ever encountered someone who seems to "purposely" misunderstand what you say? Do you know why that would happen? Yes, they are a little spoiled rotten smart-ass who will not work here long if they keep playing their game. I give them another week. I will fire them myself if they try it one more time. Oh, 'they' is a she. She is just out of high school and has never hit a lick of work anywhere else. I don't know why she was hired, but I have the authority to point her to the door.

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Who says "washateria" and who says "laundromat"? Any other ways to say it? It is 'laundromat' around here. We speak correct English...not like those geeks on the West Coast...(lol)

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Did you believe the last thing you heard "through the grapevine"? Nope. I don't do "grapevines". I only believe what my "inner Frodo" tells me is true.

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Westboro Baptist Church.. Any **first hand accounts**?? Do you know any members? Are you a member? What do you think of WBC?? http://www.godhatesfags.com/ They are not a "church". They are a bunch of kooks led by a nut who says that everything bad that happens in America is because of God's hatred for gays...and that American laws protecting them are an "abomination". They used to invade funerals of American G.I.'s killed in action anywhere, saying "Your son died because of God's wrath on...

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Does anyone have a dog with Dry Eye, can't produce tears? what is your experience of this and any good ideas? Certain breeds have a tendency for this. Check with a vet. There are eye-drops you can use. I don't know of a "cure".

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How many times have you been in love? Yes, but not at the same time. That would be very confusing...

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I declare today AB sorry day, is there anyone you wish to say sorry to ? (This can be anyone whatsoever, it might make you feel better) Mensan, I am sorry that I ragged you so much. I was just being my overly sarcastic self. I warned you that I was this way sometimes. But you did give me a lot of open shots...(smile).

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"Statistically, the average serial killer is a white male from a lower-to-middle-class background, usually in his twenties or thirties." So why aren't there overtly racist stereotypes about white guys based on this association? or are there? You are right, chexie. And yes, I think the FBI and others have profiles of such people. But, as they are part of a large majority, it is very difficult to spot them before they "act out".

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Christians: If a Christian acts/thinks in a very unChristian way, how acceptable is it to say that they are not really Christian? (Is this a big thing or is this more an informal expression of disapproval? Negating someones faith seems kind of serious) Good question, chexie. I have asked myself that many times. But, I have to look to the scriptures which say that I should not judge. I am allowed to judge the wisdom or actions of other Christians, but I cannot say that they are not Christians. That is not for me to say. Does that make sense and answer your question?

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Why do people assume if you read the Bible or that if you are Christian, that you cannot think for yourself? (Please read my answer below for more about this question) There is a "cult of anti-religion" now, chexie. They say they are not prejudiced against any particular religion or faith, but they are. It is Christianity they attack, constantly, and Judaism...by default...not Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, or any other of the hundreds of local animist religions around the world. And they are ignorant. Islam is a direct "offspring" of...

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Why do some people see UFOs while others don't? Well, UFO's can't be everywhere at once. I do not dismiss out of hand all reports of UFO's, as I have seen a few myself. A 'UFO' simply means it is not known what it is. Sometimes they can be explained...and sometimes not. Those of us who spend a lot of time out of doors and in high mountains often tend to see more "unusual things" in the skies than most...

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I have a designer backpack worth over $300 (NWT). I love it, but have never use it. Should I sell it? Well, it is certainly more expensive than mine...but I use mine a lot. Maybe you could make a trade with someone,..your backpack for their comfy easy chair...(lol)

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What if the economy boomed and nobody noticed? Oh, I think it would be noticed,...it would just be an argument about who was responsible. You can bet the political top dogs would take all the credit...They would be wrong, but how many would have an argument? Hard-working...and saving and investing stiffs like me and most I know would not be given any credit, for sure. We never are.

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Is your budget for Christmas gifts larger or smaller this year? I can't say, yet. If I see something I think one of my nieces or nephews would really like, I will buy it off budget. I am a softy for 'my kids'.

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Ladies how many pairs of shoes have you got? Since you invited men, I have one pair if high heeled cowboy boots (I am from Oklahoma, ya know), two pairs of dress shoes, brown and black, a pair of engineer work boots, two pairs of sneaker types, a pair of winter rubber boots, and always a good comfortable pair of house shoes...(smile).

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How could professional airline pilots overshoot their destination by 150 miles? It is under "investigation". The cockpit tapes are being studied. Some guys could be losing "job security" here....

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Do you wear a watch every day, all day? Yes, at least all day at work. I have to. I can't wear a wrist watch, because I am always working on machinery, but I wear a "railroad watch" on my belt.

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What is your favorite chocolate dipped fruit? Bananas.

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On Thanksgiving you see a homeless person. Do you give them money for a meal or take them home for dinner with you? I am involved with a local group that takes Thanksgiving and Christmas meals to both low income elderly and any homeless that are seen. Giving money to many homeless will not guarantee a nutritious meal. More likely it will be used for alcohol or drugs.

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I have a 60+ year old 78 recording of my maternal grandmother singing and telling a story. What is the best way to convert this platter to a CD? That is a great thing to have, Sherri7. Most CD players have the adaptations for duping both tapes and platter records. You need a turntable with the appropriate outlets. If you don't have one, take it to an audio store and they can probably do it for you at a very small cost. I have duped several records to CD but I have a very good Realistic turntable that I bought in the seventies...

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How come we don't have a Einstein / Edison/ Tesla/ Curie/ Newton in our time? Has all the great/ important/ useful discoveries and inventions been made already?... or what? I would disagree. I think Stephen Hawking, theoretical physicist, has made tremendous contributions to the field of Cosmology and Quantum Physics. His genius is without question and his perseverance under tremendous physical disability makes him one of my heroes of science in our time.

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You want what? Just a hot meal at a fair price....

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Have you ever laughed through tears? Oh, yes. When a family friend was giving my dad's eulogy, he talked about when they were both young and some of the things they experienced and what my dad had said an done. I was laughing and crying. It was so right on. I have done it many other times as well.

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Does your nose sting right before you sneeze ? mine dose, ouch ! Mmmm...no, it just itches real bad...Try a good saline nose spray. Sounds like an irritation.

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If you were at the Answerbag vending machine, what would you chose? The package that has the names of the biggest trolls. I would buy that one. I already know who many are, but it would save time.

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Can you take a shower in three minutes? Definitely, if I am rushed and need a quick one. I prefer a longer and more relaxing one, though.

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Pilot with sleep apnea go to sleep and travels 150 miles past airport yesterday, does that scare you? Acutally, feel sorry for the guy as I've sleep apnea and those masks are NOT fun. They come with a CPAP machine to help you breathe at night! I heard about that. It is a mystery, as the entire crew was evidently malfunctioning. They are going to check the voice tape in the cockpit. Should be interesting.

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What made you lose faith in the human race? I haven't. It just pisses me off more and more lately.

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I was told when you put a DVD in the tray of the the DVD player, it's "read" from the BOTTOM of the disc. One of my TVs has a BUILT-IN player. It's a PANASONIC. But I SWEAR it reads the disc from the TOP! Am I WRONG or is it just POSSIBLE? Sure. It just depends on how the player is configured. It still reads the same side of the disc which ever way you put it in.

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How can I fight my oppressive fatigue? I have a great deal of work to do, and sleep is not an option. That's what you get for putting your history paper off till the last minute. Procrastination is from the devil. Take a cold shower and make some stong coffee.

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What was the last phrase or lyric that was annoyingly stuck in your head that you couldn't get rid of? ..."And the snow turned into...rain"...

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WHat is your favorite acronym? NASA

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Violet is now a guru. Who would like to join me at a party congratulating her on her achievement? (BTW my previous question has been deleted as nonsense so apologies to those who have previously answered.) Nobody is perfect, keithold. We forgive you. Congratulations, Violet! Again! (lol)

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Where is time going? Why are we aging so fast? "It Was A Very Good Year",__Sinatra

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Why does the face in the mirror always look familiar? Because it is. However, the mirror does not detect changes...age, etc., as well as others do. That is because you see the familiar face every day. Others who see it less often can detect the subtle changes.

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Is there anything in Anaheim worth seeing other than Disneyland? Yes,...an Angels game.

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At which stadium would you see the Rally Monkey and hear Halo Sticks? Anaheim Stadium, home of the L.A. Angels.

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Do you always look forward to Friday nights? Always...and forever. Friday nights are the best thing we ever invented.

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Do you like to use ceiling fans? I have one in the living room and it is great. After a rain in spring and summer, you can just open the windows and let the fan bring in the fresh clean air and freshen up the whole house.

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Do women find it difficult to find partners who are sensitive, caring and good looking? Only those who don't know where to look.

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How good of a cook are you? Pretty good...for the basics. My mom was a great cook and I picked up a lot of pointers from her. They have been a great help through my solitary and bachelor days.

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What is going on around your town? Everyone is excited about the high school football team being undefeated and a contender for the regional playoffs in their class...and maybe the state. Halloween decorations are out and visible at night, along with "Go Pirates" flags and signs. Nightspots have a Halloween theme.

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Is this a new golden age for train travel? In many parts of the world, yes. I only wish it were true in the U.S. There are a few great passenger trains, but our rail travel has fallen into unpopularity. It is really a great way to travel. I remember many cross-country trips in my childhood very fondly. I even made one alone at age twelve. It was thought the safest at the time. Probably true. The conductor sort of took me under...

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Who is the King of Thailand? Bhumibol Adyuladej, Rama IX, a constitutional monarch since 1946. He is much revered by the people and the main reason for the relative stability of the Thai government and nation, formerly known as 'Siam'.

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Why can’t we make diamonds/rubies/opals? We can make diamonds. They are called Zircons. They are used in industry, especially for drill bits and metal-cutting saws. They are also used in jewelry. much less expensive than "natural" diamonds, but indistinguishable except by a jeweler. Opals and rubies are a mixture of many complex minerals and next to impossible to duplicate.

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Sometimes I wish I just had a sweet, humble boyfriend or husband. Am I just dreaming? If by "sweet and humble" you mean a man with no ego or sense of self and would only do your bidding all the time...yes, you are dreaming. And you would become bored with them very soon, no doubt. I think more women leave "nice, sweet guys" than leave macho men...especially if the "real men" make good money and are hot in the sack. Sorry, hon, at my age I am not...

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Under the quasi-protective relative anonyminity of AB, have you ever 'coveted your neighbor's spouse'? If so, the circumstances and 'upshot'? Honestly, no. I may have "envied" a few friends in their marriages, but not coveted their wives. I have just wished on occasion I could find one like them...who was remotely interested in me.

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Why do big companies set up in Delaware? You mean as "headquarters"? Probably the less expensive office building rental costs, the generally lower cost of living, and the more family friendly neighborhoods for employees and execs alike. Many large corporations are locating their headquarters out of the larger metropolitan areas. And many are moving more and more to the "Sun Belt" of the US. And all in spite of...

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How long do you have to wait for a cheque after winning the lottery? I don't know, but I have been informed by e-mail that I have won lotteries I did not even enter...All they needed was my bank account number to send the money. I was dubious, so maybe I really missed a chance for millions. Oh, well, it isn't the only times I have been overly conservative...(lol)

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What is the best way of warning about hurricanes? Through the media, weather alerts, and local government. The Gulf Coast was alerted to Katrina three weeks ahead of time. It was the incompetent local government that is totally responsible for the human tragedies that occurred. Yet it was the Federal government that was blamed...and the local boobs were re-elected.

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Who do you classify as ignorant? Any lack of knowledge is an ignorance of that knowledge. We are all ignorant. No-one is knowledgeable in everything. Many geniuses in a certain field could not survive a month in the environment most of the world takes as normal life, unless they were "adopted" and cared for.

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What are the qualities that you admire most in a person? Honesty and common courtesy and concern for others.

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...what has been a hard choice for you?... Answering all my emails or checking out AB first....

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Why did the blonde quit his restroom attendant job? The tips were crappy (?)

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If your single, how many people have you been interested in at one time? Presently only one, but at an earlier age about every other female I met....(smile).

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Why did the ditz put curtains on her computer? She thought bare windows were "tacky".

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Would you rather watch the New York Yankees, NY Jets, NY Giants, NY Knicks, NY Mets, NY Rangers, NY Islanders or a Broadway show? Depends on the time of year. Right now, I would rather follow the Yankees. But I could see "Damn Yankees" anytime...(smile).

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How did Boston get the nickname of "Beantown"? Never heard of 'Boston Baked Beans"? Beans were one of the first staples grown by early settlers in Massachusetts. And early Boston and Nantucket sailors were fed a staple of beans in their rations. Never had baked beans and bacon for breakfast? Neither had I till I went in the service. But, many Bostonians and other "yankees" had never had grits before, either...(lol)

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When did men first begin to feel insecure about the size of their ...eh...private parts? When did this hangup originate? It could be why we first started wearing skins and loin cloths.

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In your home do you have a room that is painted red? Nope. I do have one with an orange carpet, though. It came with the house.

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What is Larry Hagman's most memorable role? J.R. Ewing in 'Dallas'.

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Can you name a good looking person from the UK? Catherine Zeta-Jones...Oh, Catherine,..if only...(sigh!)

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What color was the bike you had as a child? My first was green. It was a "hand me down" from my brothers and had been painted...more than once. My next, mine, was red with white trim. It was a "Western Flyer" and what a beauty it was! (smile). I had to mow a lot of lawns to get it.

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Violet is now a maestro. Who would like to join me at a party in her honour? Honored for the invitation. Congratulations, Violet. Maestro! You may begin! (smile)

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What is your best weapon? Foresight.

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What do you think about faux fur? Well, it is warm, sexy, and no animals were injured or killed in its production....

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Idiot Savant is now a sage. Who would like to join me at a party in his honour? Congratulations, Idiot Savant. Sagedom is a noble order. I am sure you will wear it well. Just watch out for those Rosemarys and Thymes...(smile) I always do that to new Sages....

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What is your least favorite letter of the alphabet? why? I love them all! All come in very handy at times,...some are just handier than others....In fact, there used to be two letters in English that are no longer used. They were called the "thorn letters". Old English had them and they stood for the sound of 'th'. One stood for the 'th' in words like 'the' and 'though', and the other stood for...

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What, if anything, is wrong with the term illegal immigrant? Nothing at all. If I enter a sovereign nation under illegal means and assume a false identity, I am an illegal immigrant. Every country in the world where I attempted this would classify me as that. I would be subject to arrest, and deportation. In some, I could even be accused of spying and be incarcerated indefintely, even executed.

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Is it appropriate for the White House to decide who is and who isn't a media organisation? Yes, to a great degree. There is no reason for any President or staff to allow a reporter from National Inquirer or any number of other rag mags into a White House Press conference. A little common sense is in order.

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If WA had 3 AFL teams, who should the third one be? I would bet that north Queensland could become serious contenders.

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Yankees going to win the world series? They are still looking good. I am pulling for them.

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Do you ever feel like you are starring in some warped sit-com? (lol) More often than I like to admit...

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What do you use bacon bits for? I use them in omelets, gravies, and salads. Also with sour cream on baked potatoes.

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What has not been invented yet? A vaccine for the common cold.

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Does the heart and mind have to want the same thing for things to work? Not always, but everything seems to work better when both are involved....

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Are sharks worth more dead or alive? They have great value alive, as a controller in the balance of the oceans' populations. They are also greatly prized dead, as there are many products from them that are very lucrative on the market. They can also overpopulate, as many other species can. There must be a balance, but it is difficult to determine at any given time. Marine biology is an important field of study.

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How much does the death penalty cost? Much less than a life sentence.

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Intelligence, military and incarceration costs of the War on Drugs are having a devastating financial efect on the United States. Afghanistan is the latest example. One solution: legalization, regulation and taxation. Your solution? It sounds good at first glance, but, I think it might well encourage use and eventual addiction. And the illegal trafficking would still exist. Addicts would always want more than their prescribed legal amount. The methadone program has worked only with a few addicts.

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How good is Hillary Clinton's memory? I am sure she has a good memory. You have to memorise reams of info to pass a Law exam. However, true intelligence is when you can put memorised facts together and come up with a workable solution for a specific problem. A good memory and intelligence are certainly related, but not identical.

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What is the best way of thanking Baggers for their best wishes during my illness? Oh, just a simple 'Thanks' is fine with me. I am rich and in need of nothing material. (lol!)

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What is a great scientific hoax? The Piltdown Man, and the Cardiff Giant.

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There is a wine I love called Dr Loosen's Riesling. It is a sweet, yet not too sweet wine. Are there any other suggestions to some really good white wines I should try? I also like Riesling. Another common favorite is Mateuse blanc, a very nice white wine and easily obtained and ordered in most restaurants. Liebfraumilch is another favorite of mine.

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Wheres the music? It is on my oldies station right now.

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Does greasy fast food really make us feel good? Actually, yes. We are programmed to like such foods, but it comes from a time when our ancestors were much more active and needed such foods much more. And their meals were fewer and farther between. But there was a lot of raw and fresh vegetation in their diet as well. We tend to overemphasise the "good stuff" and neglect the roughage now.

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What happens if you try to please everyone? You lose your own identity/personhood. I thought everyone knew that...(smile)

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What food items can you remove from your diet in order to lose 10 pounds in a hurry? Hey, sm00z! How ya doin', me bro?! Don't just disappear like that again! I will get angry and come and kick your butt! Or hire Vinnie or Vito to do it! (lol) When I need to drop ten pounds quick, I just go on my "V-8 juice diet". A glass of V-8 juice in the morning,..one about ten, one at noon, and one at four. Another at eight pm. Hey, it always works for...

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Why do women think that they can change men? (smile) Poor dears,..they grow up playing with dolls...They dress them, talk to them, and the dolls talk back to them and say and do predictable things. Very unlike men....

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Who starred in the Australian movie "Charlie & Boots"? Paul Hogan, Morgan Griffin, and Roy Billing. Good movie, good cast.

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How did they come up with Darth Vader's costume? Designed by committee, most certainly. He is the "Head Tworp" of the Empire, right. Well you need an authoritative and military look for the Head Tworp. OK, the whole suit is pretty much a WWII German Vermacht thing. The helmet is certainly a German Army helmet. We all get the picture soon into the movie, I think, that DV is a "wounded soldier" ,i.e.,he is a basket case...

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How often do you hoover? Well, I Kirby the whole house at least once a week...My granny did not care for Hoover. She was a Democrat...dyed in the wool.

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What are the rules of owning cats? First, more than three is too many, unless you are retired or independant and have all the time in the world....

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Do you get a lot of bang for your buck? Hon, at my age, I feel lucky to get a shot at a buck once a year, but I really worry about hitting it, because that is when the real work starts. I have to go hunting with my nephews now so they can field dress the buck that I might hypothetically shoot. I just like to get out in the woods...and sometimes I even forget to load my gun. Sparky would think that is disgusting...but he has not...

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What kind of happy are you? At this point in time, relaxed and happy.

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What is the greatest memory you have of your father from your childhood? I broke my arm at school and my dad came from off his job and took me to the hospital. I was in agony but trying not to bawl. (I was six years old) He kept talking to me all the time..."It will be OK, I know it hurts now, but it will be OK. They will put you to sleep with a kind of 'mask', but don't be scared. You will just go to sleep. And I will be right there...all...

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Besides medication, how can I ease the pain of a migraine? Take two ibuprofen, lie down with a cold cloth on your forehead...close your eyes and think of the most beautiful scene of nature you can imagine. Don't think about anything else. Try it. Some very gentle and peaceful music also helps some.

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Was it really meant to be? Hit 'posed ta be sumpin' good fer us but some sumbitch done screwed it all up!

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Have you heard of "curved yellow fruit"? See pic. What do you think it could be? LOL!!! Hmmm...it looks like some kind of Musaceae to me...

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Is your birth year odd or even? Odd, like me. (wink) But, it is divisible! It is divisible by seven. Seven times seven is forty-seven. My dad was the oldest of seven children. I am the youngest of seven. WoooEEEEoooo...ding, ding, DING, ding... Oh, I am strange, safarii, I am very strange.....Want me to give a shot at reading your fortune? I have done it before. I have also read people's pasts,..which really...

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Have you ever shopped at a Goodwill or any other thrift store? Yes, I certainly have. When I was in college, I was on a v-e-r-y tight budget. I went to Goodwill often. I also got my hair cut at the Barber's College in town. (smile) They were happy to have people to train on. They were pretty good hair-cuts, too! Of course I wasn't in a position to complain....(lol)

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What type of people would name a parrot Moses? I would not touch that one...though I would like to...(lol!)

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I'm an Appalachian, and I've been researching my home's history today. Is there anything you would like to know about Appalachia? Why, Noldea831, we had no idea! (lol) OK, are you mostly Scots-Irish? My people came from the mountains of Tennessee and West Virginia and North Carolina to Oklahoma at the time of the land openings. We are all definitely Scots and Scots-Irish. How 'bout y'all? Just looking at your pic, I would say you "have the mark". (smile)

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Have you ever got a letter saying they want to use your property for a filming location? I did should i let them use it? Was it an e-mail or a real letter with a verifiable company address? If it is ligit, I would let them do it. It is easy money, unless they want to take your place apart...but then, they have to put it back together. Make sure you understand the contract. My brother owns a classic old two story house in eastern Oklahoma. A film company once asked if they could use it in a film. He agreed...

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Is it just me or is it getting warm on ab ? (turn down the heat or turn up the a/c ! ) You want cooler, hon? I'll give you cooler....Step into my shower...get chilled out. I would join you, but only if you asked...(Oh, bad, Tom,..naughty, old man!)

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How much have we evolved over the past 5,000 years? Not at all. We were stabilized as a species from 200,000 years ago, at least, probably earlier. We were few in number then, but it was essentially us. We had the same bodies we have now, and the same brains. We probably had speech, though primitive. We had tremendous adaptability, tool and weapon making skills, hunting skills, and a social order. We had not "conquered our...

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What is your wedding ring finger size? Ten.

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How many people would you tell if you won the lottery? Hmmmm...maybe six....but I would demand secrecy...if they wanted anything from me...(lol)

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Do witches end up with sore behinds from riding brooms? They would...but they have a potion which prevents abrasions from lengthy broom ridings...and prevents sore butts. The potion is not sold in stores under a brand name, anymore,...but there is a generic available in a few 'mom and pop' stores in and around Salem, Mass.

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If I lead a very healthy lifestyle isn't it fairer for me to pay less for health insurance coverage than those who don't? Yes, it would be, Rosie...in a perfect system,..but then you get into a lot of speculation and things like..behavior police..who follow us all around and take notes on all our activities. And you would be included. Do you really want that? Hmmm,.."Subject was seen eating a high fat, high cholesterol meal at a restaurant Friday evening, followed by a very high sugared desert....This...

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Do you know anyone with a Halo that has recently slipped a bit? No. First, I have never known anyone with a halo. At least not in this form. So, I am able to forgive easily. They are just menschkins like me who mess up now and then. I respect them when they own up to it and don't make excuses. I have messed up plenty myself. I try to make amends when I can, and I have done a lot of apologizing in my life. But, in honesty, most of my messes have...

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If words were money how much that you hear daily could you actually take to the bank and not have it bounce? Very little! (lol) I am very particular about words that I "take to the bank". Most that I have in my "savings account" are very old words. They have stood the test of time. They came from very old days...and many from my own parents and grandparents. And they accumulate interest...all the time.

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If "The Devil" exists, I believe his greatest creation are Hatemongers. What do you think? Yep, they would be his "favorite kids", Rosie. Especially those who say they are "Christians"....He really gets a laugh out of them....

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Who would you least like to see trick or treating at Halloween? Freddy....

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My dear friend aloha girl has earned her level *50* Sage Badge! Will you please come to the Luau Celebration and give her a "Mahalo!" for her contributions? You bet! Glad for the invitation. Hey, Aloha girl, can we have a real "luau" here? I still have my luau shirt I bought in Hawaii in 1970. It is a beauty! (lol) And I will have a Mai-Tai, thank you. Are there real hula dancers at the party...or do I have to show everybody how it's done...(lol)

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What do YOU do when you feel you're going to ABSOLUTELY "blow a gasket" over some ABSURDITY of SOME people who are BEYOND your ability to comprehend on a regular basis ! We're talking . . . . .VACUOUS. . . . .INEPT. . . . . . .major LIGHTS-OUT? I simply take them as a very common thing, mill. You will encounter many if you get out of your house much. They are pretty much everywhere. They are your neighbors, your co-workers...(even your bosses). Some of them even run countries. You can't cure Stupid. But, you can deal with it better if you simply know what it is when you see it and not be shocked or surprised by it. "The...

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Have you ever seen, with your own eyes, a woman's or man's high pitched voice actually shattering (or at least cracking) glass? No, only on film. I cannot say that it has even occurred in reality. I would like to hear if anyone else has actually seen it. Thanks for the question!

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What candles are best to use around the home? I have the standard emergency candles for power outages,..but I use scented candles quite often, even when I am not having guests. I like them. Want to make a comment about that? Want a piece o' me, Mac? (lol).

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Besides work, what's something to do on a rainy weekend? Well, when the house is all clean...and the bed is all newly sheeted and clean,...and the laundry is all done,..there is the...WORLD SERIES!! What a really silly question, alluseek! (lol) +5

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What type of bears are you most likely to find in forests? Wild ones. The ones in zoos and circuses are called "tame".

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How can someone gracefully pull out of attending a party at the last moment? Have a close relative suddenly expire... Have a boss require your return to the work place to solve an emergency problem. Get arrested and send your regrets to the host, trusting that this unfortunate misunderstanding will be cleared up soon... Fall and break a leg, sending a graceful apology to the host..from the emergency ward. Hell, use your imagination...

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Can we order tap water at restaurants? We certainly can...but it would be redundant. We will get it whether we order it or not. An alternative would be to order a bottled water, but it would certainly appear on your bill...at an exorbitant price...

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Which country uses the loonie as its currency? Well, that would be our beloved neighbors to the north, Canada. The "loonie" is the nickname for the Canadian one dollar coin. It has had about the same popularity as the US Susan B. Anthony one dollar coin.

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What is the height of craziness in you? Pretty high at times. Sometimes I have to be careful. Only certain close friends are aware of it. Some of them are on AB...(smile). If I carried on this way in "real life", many would think I had "lost it" and should have therapy. I think I control it pretty well, all things considered. I have to be a totally different person in my "public" life and at work....

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What was fashion like in 1969? Can't say with much experience, as I was not in the country in 1969. I was in a very different place. The fashion was solid green, sometimes camouflage, and there were no fashion contests,...only hide and seek games...and who could shoot who first.

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I don't really like chocolate that much. Does that make me weird in your eyes? No. It is not a taste that many naturally like. Actually, raw chocolate is very bitter in taste. It is the sugar and milk added that makes it palatable and good to most. It was placed with coffee and tea for many years, and not considered all that healthy. Now, we are told it is very healthy, containing things called phytokines that are good for the heart and other organs, and help in...

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Would you like to kiss Icy Silver's lips? Without a doubt, but I would never presume. I would certainly allow her to kiss me, if she has no objections to kissing old dudes with gray in their moustaches. I would even shave it off it were a factor...

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How do you eat kebabs? You can eat them any way you like,..off the stick, one item at a time, as I like to do when camping, or rake the items into a plate and eat them as any other plate food.

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Where would you find hell on earth? Most anywhere, I think. "The kingdom of heaven is within you",...therefore, it follows that hell can also be within you, wherever you are. I consider hell a state of being rather than a "place".

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How long has it been since you went swimming? In August. I spend a lot of time at the lake nearby in summer. I don't go to public pools. Don't like crowds and don't like chlorine....

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The link below this question shows a public toilet that's in Switzerland & is also now in Houston TX USA. No one can see you while you're using it, but would YOU use it? (I would feel weird using it, even with "one-way" glass.) (lol!) I have heard of this one. What's next, two-way honeymoon suites? I suppose it would be a turn-on for many. I am afraid I would feel a bit "inhibited".

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What does James Bond most like to do? Play with expensive, high-tech toys and expensive, high-maintenance women....

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Do bears eat porridge? They certainly would if it were offered.

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Do you own a do not distrub sign? Yep, also 'No Soliciting' and "These Premises Protected by Smith & Wesson Security System"....

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What is the old fashion way of living? Not spending more than you earn.

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True or False, you have enough snow on the ground now to make a snowman? Nope. It is usually late November before snow is expected here abouts.

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What would you do if you had to spend time off work? Get my messy yard and house cleaned up! And work on my vehicles! I could really use some time off...but I could not afford to lose the paycheck...(lol).

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When do the 2009 ALCS and NLCS baseball playoffs start? Today, Friday, October 15. The Angels are picked to win the Series over the Yankees by 13 top sports writers 9/4. I have no such predictions. I have seen the Yankees literally pull rabbits out of a hat and win over predicted odds. It will be a much watched Series.

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We all have certain roles in life. Is yours a good fit or do you feel miscast? Rosie, I have felt miscast as long a as I can remember. I don't think I was born in the right century. Somebody in charge of these things goofed...or just played a bad joke on me.

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Why do some people suffer from paranoia as they get older? Mental lapses occur with age...and many elderly lose their ability to distinguish between "friend and foe". So many people are telling them they must do this and that, including family members. The world becomes less understandable to them. Much love and patience is required here. You may also notice that some people can calm and soothe many older people when everyone else cannot....

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A friend of mine had a complete nervous breakdown whilst looking after his father who was dying of cancer. The father was aggressive and difficult. Is this really the responsibility of children alone and shouldn't the state provide some help? There is a home health care system in my state, and it is free for those who need it, even if they also have family care. Yes, it can be very stressful for family, many of whom must also work and provide.

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I'm Alec is now a guru. Who would like to join me at a smart party in his honour? Sure, keithold, but how smart does one have to be? Or does it refer to dress? Congratulations, I'm Alec, and welcome to Gurudom. (Actually, it only looks good on paper as you don't really get respected more for your answers or comments. And you get trolled even more...So it is a nominal title, as all the rest are...(smile).

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There is a saying that people who talk alot lie alot. What do you think? It can be true, i.e., people who lie a lot often talk a lot, but it is not necessarily true. Some people are just gregarious and like to talk. They talk about what they or their family is doing, what their kids are doing, or just ask a lot questions about you and how you are doing. And some people just like to tell stories and reminisce on the past...like my older relatives..(smile). But...

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Do you ever dream of being a millionaire? Does anyone never? (lol) Sure. Then, I have to think of what I would do if I were,...and that dream becomes a long self search....So, I wake myself up and get ready to go back to work...for my weekly paycheck. I know what I will have to do with that,..no big soul search.

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Are you proud of what you do for a living? I am proud that I work for a living. And I am proud that I help produce things that people need.

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When do you know that it's time to go home after a good night? When the host starts yawning....and looks at his watch. Or when the lights in the club you are in start blinking.

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Is Minnesota a real test? (lol!) Minnesota is always a question,..but a "test" means you must pass or fail something....

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'The denser the population, the more aggressive the people are'. What do you think? Not a universal truism. There are many densely populated cities/countries that are very "civilized" and polite in their relations. It depends on the culture..not the population density. In many sparsely populated areas the people can be most "unfriendly" and aggressive..."You ain't from around here, are you?...You..ahh..got business here 'bouts?"

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They say 'Home is where the heart is'. How true is that for you? Very true, for me. I spent most of my working life travelling. I have lived in many places, but I returned to my place of birth by choice. I will stay here. It is "home".

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Whilst most muslim countries are modernizing and progressing, muslims who live in western countries live in the past . What do you think? Yes, it is interesting, isn't it? Perhaps many feel they must "circle the wagons" when they live in western, non-Muslim countries in order to preserve their culture/religion. But, their combativeness with their adopted countries is confusing. One would think they would simply be happy to practice their religion in freedom...and in private. Also, there is the question of why...

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How will you celebrate National Seafood Month? Try to eat more seafood. I already eat a lot, but I would try my best. Maybe I would wear a T-shirt of some kind supporting it....

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People sometimes refer to others as 'common'. What do you think is 'common'? "Common" does not have a bad connotation with me. It can simply mean "down to earth, friendly, and without posturing". When some people use it, they really mean "vulgar", which has an entirely different meaning.

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If someone hugs you affectionately, does your s/o get upset? Why would she be upset if my 80 year old former teacher gave me a hug? (smile). Now, if a former classmate hugged a little too long and too affectionately.....

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How often do you go grocery shopping in a week? Only once, unless I forgot something...

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Would you like a slice of banana cake? Love some. But, I just had peach pie with ice-cream.....and I want some more of that.

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What was the last sweet treat you ate? A piece of warm, fresh, homemade peach pie...with ice-cream. Ermm...I think I want some more....

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Who would you describe as a gay icon? If you mean an icon for all, who was also gay, there are really many. We could start with Socrates....

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What, if anything, is worse than hell? By all accounts, nothing. But who has had first hand experience?

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Why aren't we making better use of pharmacy? Well, we do make pretty good use of it, but it could be much better. For one thing, the drug manufacturers are slow to take the requests and push for certain drugs (in the US) that are deemed most useful in certain cases by the CDC and the AMA. Their concern is potential cost and profit. They are supposed to be a part of the health industry, but are more concerned with the business aspects...

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Can you make money collecting bottles? Yes, but more money collecting aluminum cans, unless the bottles are really antiques.

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Does Iran have the technical knowhow to build a nuclear weapon? No doubt, but on paper only as of now. They lack the materials and the means to build one. They are only now working on what they call their 'nuclear energy program', which they do not have, yet. I have no doubt they want a bomb, and they have been playing footsie with the Russians to get the means. We need to slap the Russians up aside their heads now and then to remind them that...

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What was the world's first home movie? http://dir.yahoo.com./thespark/10001/the-worlds-first-home-movie/

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According to the bible, is gambling bad? Only when you take the food and necessities from those you are responsible for. Or if it becomes addictive, which is actually a disease. I gamble a little myself, now and then,..when I think I have picked a really good horse. I even buy a lottery ticket now and then. I have also plugged a few game machines. But it is just an occasional game for me. I never gamble more than I would spend...

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How old is too old to play sport? When you are too old to move. But, there is still chess and checkers.

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What type of neighbours would you least like to have? Nosey ones.

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Should parents who spank their kids be charged with assault? Should parents who do not discipline their kids be charged with neglect and fined/sued/jailed when their kid commits vandalism, assault on another child, or any crime? Yes! When parents start being held responsible for everything their kids do, from birth to age twenty-one, you may see some return to responsible parenting. You won't any other way. That has already become self-evident.

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From what you know about me, and assuming you know better than I, what should I do with my life? Creativity is certainly welcome. Hmmm...A military historian....or a dealer in antique and classic weapons (?)

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My boyfriend was in a car crash and how he is a vegetable for life is it wrong to move on i dont know what to do i still love him but i want to start my life just dont know how to let go and will the next guy tha comes along understand This is a tragedy, but it does not have to create more tragedy and sorrow. You don't describe exactly what you mean by 'vegetable', but if it is what is generaally meant, no one could expect you to sacrifice your life for no return on it. I personally would never expect or want a loved one to do that for me, not even a spouse. And it is not as if you were his wife. You will...

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Dc shock is dangerous or ac shock? Both can kill you equally fast if the voltage is high enough.

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Do you put your left or right shoe on first? Usually just which ever my hand finds first. I don't have a dressing ritual, except that the socks and underwear go on first. I find that works best for me....

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Which sport has the most passionate fans? Depends on the country/culture. In Britain and other countries it is probably soccer. In the US it is American football or baseball. Basketball has a big following in the US as well. It is regional, though. The Midwest is stronger for basketball than other regions. Ice hockey has its very strong fans in the northern states and Canada.

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Which of these occupies the most time in your thoughts...where you've been, where you are or where you're going? Right now...about equal time. Is that called "middle aged crisis"? (lol)

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Have you ever given anyone an "either/or" choice? How did that work for you? Do you respond well to someone who says "either do this or that will happen"? Well, ermm, yes. I have told someone to either do this job the way you were trained...or clock out. I have been given the same instructions before, myself. Pretty straight-forward stuff. We may not always agree with the policy or procedure, but we get paid for carrying it out. When we have been around long enough, the suggestions we make for change may or may not be listened to. But,...

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Do you operate at top speed 24/7 or are you relaxed, laid back and make sure you take time to "smell the roses"? I am too old to run at top speed for more than eight hours, hon. After that...I smell a lot of roses....and sleep a lot.

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Which You is most true? The one you show or the one you don't? Depends on who I am "showing to". I show my real self to family and old friends. I am probably somebody else to most others. "The world is a stage and each will play many roles in their time"....or something like that.

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When was the last time you saw an ant? About ten minutes ago. Time to spray again.

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Julie is a grocer and weighs 5 foot 10. What does she weigh? Obviously a grocery item(s) of some kind.

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What is it that makes us feel a lump in our throat when we cry? ...And also when we laugh long and helplessly...and when we get hiccups. It is the rapid and irregular forcing of air from the lungs through the windpipe...and the increased nitrogen content of the air (breath).

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Why does it seem windier in a city? It doesn't just seem so. It is so. Wind can gather velocity when it is deflected and concentrated as by large buildings in a city. The same is true in the mountains or in canyons. If you have ever lived in a two story house, you know what opening all the windows can do. You can feel the draft all over the house even if it is pretty calm outside.

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Why is Norway in charge of the Nobel Peace Prize and not Sweden who handles the other five Nobel prizes? It is unclear why Nobel gave the awarding of the Prize for Peace to Norway. It is perhaps because Norway had less of a militaristic history at the time than Sweden. Most of the Peace Prize winners have been highly debated by most, and those many feel should have won it were not even nominated. The nominations are a very closed affair. I think the whole thing is highly political and very...

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Are flight delays increasing? They always do as winter nears around the world.