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[Hopalong]

Hiya Boat,
I believe in self-comforting long into adulthood (forever, really).
Better at describing it to others than being consistent myself, but hell,
this deep loving comfort vibe is OUT THERE; I just need to remember
to bring it IN HERE.

Sending you some,
Homs

[Meh]

Yesterday went to grocery store, needed to microwave something for two minutes. I waited for my turn.

After one minute some guy showed up and was hovering around exclaiming to the air in general that he was waiting for the microwave. He said this 3 times. I ignored but started to feel a little bristled.

He then said 4th comment "They really need to have a second microwave here"

I said "to the air" w/ slight sarcasm: "Heaven forbid you can't wait like one minute".

He quipped "It's been a long day"...

Afterwards I thought to myself "Was I being rude".....or should I just stand there quietly after some guy has made 4 comments?
I walked away feeling okay about it though.....reminded that conflict happens sometimes when somebody hears something they don't want to hear but it doesnt mean I shouldt say it.....Somebody should tell him that he is not the only person on the planet.
I should have looked directly into his eyes..and said something a little more b@tchy really.

[teartracks]

“When you are hunting elephants, don’t get distracted chasing rabbits.”
T. Boone Pickens

[Guest]

Are there any elephants left to hunt, TT?

Chasing rabbits is my way of dealing with futility.

[Guest]

One of the features (and benefits, presumably) of my vacuum cleaner is 'fast cord rewind'.

Still thinking about just who would really benefit from that. How busy a life must they have?

[teartracks]

Hi Fresh,

Are there any elephants left to hunt, TT?

I hope not.  T. Boone's high water mark happened 20-30 years ago, things have changed.  Anyway, I think he was using those words to make a point metaphorically about business practice that had nothing to do with elephants in real life.  

Fast wind Vacuum cord.  Man, could I go for that!  Put me at the other end of my Electrolux and I'm an artist.  It has rewind cord, but it goes slow.  Wears on my patience after I've had all that fun vacuuming!  

Chasing rabbits - It's greatest virtue failure?  Not good to smell out a trail and chase it too long.  And that reminds me that my dad from time to time had a 'pack' of Beagles.  They were such a great addition to the otherwise somewhat boring life on the farm.  There was enough of the old country left in him that he enjoyed fox hunting from time to time.  The foxes raided our our chicken coop each spring.

tt  

[teartracks]

The women I admire most...are those whose behavior is not crude.  Maybe it's because most have lived long enough to smooth the rough edges?

tt



  

[teartracks]

If you quit moving, they throw dirt on you.

Cap'n Fish Fry

[mudpuppy]

Are there any elephants left to hunt, TT?

Quite a few as a matter of fact and the gigantic trophy fees are the main source of revenue for the game departments which protect their habitat and ward off poachers. Not to mention the elephants taken are one of the few sources of protein for the locals.

mud

[mudpuppy]

Beats me.

[Hopalong]

http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2007/03/ivory-wars/fay-text

I could go on.

It is not the fault of poor Africans that elephants are endangered. Or Asians.
Their landscape and habitat will die if the elephants die out. And humanity will be morally impoverished beyond recovery.
The Africans' suffering is the result of lack of equal educational and economic opportunity, corrupt governments and tribalism.

The "first" world's majority indifference is the result of arrogance, lack of empathy or spiritual imagination, and a confusion about "dominion" versus "stewardship." It is a tragic incomprehension.

Short-term protein need is completely understandable.
Standing by while species vanish from the earth...

Hops (won't debate this one and don't expect the last word -- lifelong deep interest)

[Meh]

http://living.msn.com/life-inspired/your-guide-to-happiness/article?cp-documentid=32530238

[teartracks]

"Wanting to move from a place where you came from

I'ts as healthy and human as it's pointless and vain".

From the lyrics of Not the Concept

[debkor]

I have a mouse that comes in and out of my house.  I'm trying to find out where it gets in but this mouse I think is a social mouse.  The darn thing shows up when it hears me talking.  It will sit on my counter just chillin and let me get close to it. 

I set traps (that won't kill it) so I can release it Somewhere Far, Far Away!!   Figures I would get the Weirdo Mouse!

[Meh]

Maybe some animals feel that they belong with the humans. "Hey I'm one of you guys".

Peppermint oil & Tabasco Sauce & Ammonia are supposed to help? Since they don't like strong scents then maybe cleaning with Pinesol would help? I never tried it.

Maybe she is not coming into the house from outside when she hears you talk, maybe she is already in your house and just comes out of her little house within the bigger house. The mouse probably wonders what you are doing in it's house.