Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter (Post 13742843)

For the Scottish, scaffolding around their historic buildings provides a nice bit of shelter from the rain and wind, whilst they urinate in public.

Originally Posted by mnmag (Post 13743252)

Originally Posted by mnmag (Post 13743323)

I agree with all those points you mentioned. We, collectively, will have to foot the bill for those type of medical issues that will continue to increase as the populace gets heavier & heavier, aside from the longevity issues.

On the rare occasion that I watch 'Biggest Loser' -- I am always impressed by the courage & dedication it takes for those people to commit to losing the weight.^ I appreciate that these people have gone through extensive medical check-ups to make sure that they can actually subject their bodies to the rigorous exercise demanded of them.

I do understand what Brit was saying about not 'judging' someone, in particular, if their specific circumstances aren't known. I agree that the media influences our society in an unhealthy way & that has definitely affected young people in terms of the harsh stereotypes that they develop, in a very superficial way. I just try to set the example for my kids by showing them how I treat other people & 'try' not to make disparaging remarks, but rather put things in a 'positive' light.^

Originally Posted by mwg25 (Post 13743359)

There can be some EXTREMELY decent hotel rates, at least in the Hyatt and SPG chains (haven't looked at any others) in the Northern Virginia area, and then you still have all the resources of DC easily accessible. I wouldn't throw it out immediately..

Originally Posted by Trustguy (Post 13743474)

Wow, for you statistical folks, I have 6.11% (11/180) of teh milestones, although I only haz 1.722% of the posts. Numbers don't lie (about what, I don't know :D).

Originally Posted by Steph3n (Post 13743479)

about what, is that you are a milestone post whore :D

Originally Posted by Trustguy (Post 13743500)

Based on this statistical analysis of my habits here, I will modify my behavior accordingly. That said, I am pleased that I am above average at anything (:D).

Originally Posted by Trustguy (Post 13743531)

Only if that advice comes from you... :eek:

Originally Posted by baglady (Post 13743614)

Great photo! She is a doll even when she's angry :)^

I loved reading all the captions!

Originally Posted by FT Lurker (Post 13743898)

Wirelessly posted (BlackBerry9630/4.7.1.57 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/104)

bugger i am drunk

Originally Posted by FT Lurker (Post 13744024)

Wirelessly posted (BlackBerry9630/4.7.1.57 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/104)

bugger BBM bugger

Originally Posted by cheepneezy (Post 13744432)

Good morning, Box! Happy travels to all of you jetting about the country. I will look up and see if I recognize any of you.;) And for those of you heading over to Mackie-land, please give the semi-new dog a head scratch for me.:D

Originally Posted by mwg25 (Post 13744695)

Some sad aviation news this morning...

Polish president killed in Tu-154 crash :eek:

How many of you have ever flown in this type of aircraft, just out of curiosity?

Originally Posted by sbm12 (Post 13744707)

Quite sad news to wake up to, indeed.

I never got the Tu-154. I think it was part of the original 'Stans planning but that fell through.

I schlepped all the way from C30 to F3 at ORD just to get photos of the RCC over here. What a dump. It isn't that bad, really, but way worse than the two in B. And no yogurt. :td:

On the plus side, I found a TMo card on a table and apparently multiple logins are permitted. :D (The Boingo hotspot is effed up here)

Originally Posted by Steph3n (Post 13744756)

Cheese shop be on alert, I am headed your way!!

Originally Posted by baglady (Post 13743614)

I loved reading all the captions!