Good deed gets me in a really creepy situation
07-11-11, 05:39 PM
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I'm thinking grand daughter used for access to over 21 functions and/or purchases.
That's a lot less heartwarming than the idea of the license photo being the granddaughter's favorite photo of her mom, but unfortunately it's likely to be closer to the truth. In the long run, though, this license might become a treasured memento just because it was returned by a mysterious person on a bicycle.
That's a lot less heartwarming than the idea of the license photo being the granddaughter's favorite photo of her mom, but unfortunately it's likely to be closer to the truth. In the long run, though, this license might become a treasured memento just because it was returned by a mysterious person on a bicycle.
07-11-11, 08:24 PM
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This subforum is great. Humour. Respect for each other. Am loving reading the various posts.
BTW, I rode 600 miles today. All uphill into a headwind and 6' of snow.
BTW, I rode 600 miles today. All uphill into a headwind and 6' of snow.
07-12-11, 01:53 AM
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Reminds me of a local ghost story I heard long ago.....something about a young girl or perhaps it was a young couple out walking on Lake Avenue during a cold rainy night. A thoughtful passerby stopped and gave them a lift. They were in the midst of a conversation when the passerby suddenly found himself all alone in the car, as he was driving past Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
nutmegTN, I too sometimes react in a manner that could be considered cold when I'm suddenly reminded of my deceased children. Rest assured, the woman is most grateful for your kind actions. I imagine she simply had a sudden urge to cry and needed her space.
nutmegTN, I too sometimes react in a manner that could be considered cold when I'm suddenly reminded of my deceased children. Rest assured, the woman is most grateful for your kind actions. I imagine she simply had a sudden urge to cry and needed her space.
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07-12-11, 06:01 AM
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Reminds me of a local ghost story I heard long ago.....something about a young girl or perhaps it was a young couple out walking on Lake Avenue during a cold rainy night. A thoughtful passerby stopped and gave them a lift. They were in the midst of a conversation when the passerby suddenly found himself all alone in the car, as he was driving past Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
07-12-11, 06:35 AM
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I just "watched" Laurie on YouTube. I always like the comments. Especially this one: "..Geez, I`m 61....and we think the kids are getting @#@ed up with today`s music".
07-12-11, 04:21 PM
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That is rather interesting/creepy, NutmegTN. If I were you, I'd look around and see
if Rod Serling, or John Newland* is standing off to the side.
*I trust everyone remembers John Newland, and "One Step Beyond". Another priceless from TV's golden age.
if Rod Serling, or John Newland* is standing off to the side.
*I trust everyone remembers John Newland, and "One Step Beyond". Another priceless from TV's golden age.
07-12-11, 05:10 PM
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And there was "Do not attempt to adjust the picture. We are controlling transmission. ... We will control the horizontal. We will control the vertical."
07-12-11, 10:16 PM
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I'm thinking grand daughter used for access to over 21 functions and/or purchases.
That's a lot less heartwarming than the idea of the license photo being the granddaughter's favorite photo of her mom, but unfortunately it's likely to be closer to the truth. In the long run, though, this license might become a treasured memento just because it was returned by a mysterious person on a bicycle.
That's a lot less heartwarming than the idea of the license photo being the granddaughter's favorite photo of her mom, but unfortunately it's likely to be closer to the truth. In the long run, though, this license might become a treasured memento just because it was returned by a mysterious person on a bicycle.
I once found a set of keys on the walk outside the supermarket. The set had a US Post office box key on it. Figured it would be the best way to return it. Took the keys to the PO and got a total load of hassle from the overpaid post office folks in trying to return the keys to the owner. It was gonna be just too much work to look up who owned the box that matched the key on the chain. They finally took the keys after some resistance on my part and I was later informed the keys got to the owner. Moral of the story = no good deed goes unpunished.
07-13-11, 02:37 PM
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When my daughter was a teenager she found a wallet, which had misc items in it (some cash, a check, a library card, no drivers license). One of the things had an address on it, which was about 1/2 mile from our house, so she walked over to return it, and the gentleman who had lost it answered the door, with a daughter running up behind him. He was clearly suffering from dementia, and started yelling at my daughter about something related to a cat. My daughter came back home, a little shaken up and confused. We went out for ice cream and put it all in perspective. The world can be a very strange place.
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07-13-11, 07:18 PM
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Now look what you did... You activated my geekboy sub-routines.
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One of the Best. Shows. Ever! For interested parties, the entire series run of the original "Outer Limits" is available for your viewing pleasure at Hulu.com. Fans have also posted plenty of clips at youtube.
Now look what you did... You activated my geekboy sub-routines.
Now look what you did... You activated my geekboy sub-routines.
or geekgirl = 
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It it neither a source of pride nor embarrassment, it is a state of being.
07-15-11, 06:00 PM
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On our twice daily dog walks around our neighborhood (3-4 miles each time), I have found LOTS of personal items, all of which I have returned if possible.
3 cell phones, driver's license, trolley pass, lots of credit cards, wallets etc.
Only two people were really thrilled to have their cell phones returned. The other just gave me a quick "thanks" and were on their way.
The credit cards I have tracked down through the internet most of the time. Most of those people were ungrateful when I gave them back. If I couldn't find the owners I would shred the card.
For one credit card, I found the house, rode over on my bike to return it, no one home, left a note then rode back later that day to give back the card.
At least I know Karma will be in my corner when I need it.
3 cell phones, driver's license, trolley pass, lots of credit cards, wallets etc.
Only two people were really thrilled to have their cell phones returned. The other just gave me a quick "thanks" and were on their way.
The credit cards I have tracked down through the internet most of the time. Most of those people were ungrateful when I gave them back. If I couldn't find the owners I would shred the card.
For one credit card, I found the house, rode over on my bike to return it, no one home, left a note then rode back later that day to give back the card.
At least I know Karma will be in my corner when I need it.
