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Steph3n Jun 2, 2009 2:22 am


Originally Posted by mnmag (Post 11842006)
It was great to meet you, too, along with the explanation for the '3' in your handle!

I learned some things about this as well, from some others that thought it meant something like a lucky number.
Nope...just E mirrored is like a 3.

gbryan84 Jun 2, 2009 2:26 am


Originally Posted by mnmag (Post 11841991)
Must be a 'recently passed CFP exam' - related syndrome, eh?:confused::D:rolleyes:;):D

I'm going to the NAPFA conference in DC that begins on thurs.:rolleyes:

I actually started sleeping better once I found out the news :cool:

mnmag Jun 2, 2009 2:27 am


Originally Posted by Steph3n (Post 11842040)
I learned some things about this as well, from some others that thought it meant something like a lucky number.
Nope...just E mirrored is like a 3.

That's what I thought, as 3 is one of my 'lucky' numbers!^;)

I definitely figured that you were a 'Stephen' -- but also had a 'passing' thought that is was for 'stephanie' unless I read more of your posts!!:rolleyes::D

Well, now the birds are tweeting -- not sure if I'm really going to get more sleep before the sun starts rising. :confused: May need to plan to get a nap in, later in the day.:o:rolleyes:;)

mnmag Jun 2, 2009 2:32 am

My issues are that -- while it was a relief to get the CFP over with -- the other :rolleyes: stuff in my life have come to the surface!:confused::eek::rolleyes:

Added to that is the very busy weekend I had -- w/much consumption of food & beverages starting on friday night & continuing through the mini-DO!^:D :cool:
So, my body has just been a bit jet-lagged.:eek::rolleyes:

sfogate Jun 2, 2009 3:07 am


Originally Posted by fozz (Post 11841854)

It seemed like a light night except for the fog rolling in. I was going to come visit, but alas I got back from dinner pretty late.

It was a very light night and no weirdos or issues. Just a plain boring night at work. ^

In case anyone is around SFO for the next two nights, sorry but I'll miss you as I have Tuesday and Wednesday off butI'll be back to work on Thursday.

sfogate Jun 2, 2009 3:14 am


Originally Posted by Olton Hall (Post 11841079)
Oh come one. Give me some credit for putting a :rolleyes: on a "Box" to help people find my place. :rolleyes:;)

That was a great sign. I felt like an a$$ for not noticing it.

sfogate Jun 2, 2009 3:20 am


Originally Posted by photog72 (Post 11841654)
Well, it is official. I am out of a job. My position was eliminated. Along with at least 3 others at my station. I'll let it sink in for a day, then start the search. Thanks for the well wishes. I didn't even have an appetite for dinner. I DVRd Conan, but don't have any inclination to watch any tv. Former co-workers on FB have been supportive.

Good night.

Sorry this had to happen to you. Rent Mr. Mom for giggles.

sfogate Jun 2, 2009 3:23 am

The idiot couple from last night (the ones that didn't like a certain person on their flight) didn't get any better seats than 7B and 22B on their flight this morning. ^

kingalien Jun 2, 2009 6:07 am

Good morning Box.

Xyzzy Jun 2, 2009 6:23 am

M:rolleyes:RNING B:rolleyes:X!!!


Originally Posted by Steph3n (Post 11842035)
fozz - My segments through Friday just posted, no DEQM but normal elite bonus and PPlus bonus miles posted.

The DEQM will post Friday night.

Originally Posted by Steph3n (Post 11842040)
I learned some things about this as well, from some others that thought it meant something like a lucky number.
Nope...just E mirrored is like a 3.

Hmmm... and I thought there was just a slight chance you were a Tom Lehrer fan...

Originally Posted by sfogate (Post 11842133)
The idiot couple from last night (the ones that didn't like a certain person on their flight) didn't get any better seats than 7B and 22B on their flight this morning. ^

I take it this was a connecting flight ... so they doubly screwed themselves. Idiots!

dergon darkhelm Jun 2, 2009 6:26 am

Morning, Box.

Hope my FT luggage tags get delivered in time for this weekends trip to FCO.

PSU Mudder Jun 2, 2009 6:30 am

Morning Box.

Anybody have any wisdom and experiences to share about Provence? Nice/Cannes/St Tropez/Monte Carlo?

Most reviews I find online are so :rolleyes: Of course the bed is small and the staff is only marginally attentive-- it's France! Sorting about legitimate gripes from people who expect it to be like staying at Disney's Beach Club and walking to Epcot's French pavilion is impossible.

sbm12 Jun 2, 2009 6:35 am


Originally Posted by ConciergeMike (Post 11841214)
Missed movie reference. BTW, on that note, who that did not see it are planning on seeing My Blue Heaven?

I honestly didn't think there was anyone left in the world who hadn't seen that movie. True comedic brilliance.

It's not tipping I believe in; its over-tipping!

Originally Posted by ConciergeMike (Post 11841007)
Ask yourself this question: what is 21 out of 42?

Chester A. Arthur. He used to be collector of customs right here in New York City.


Originally Posted by photog72 (Post 11841654)
Well, it is official. I am out of a job.

:( :( Very sorry to hear that.


Originally Posted by mnmag (Post 11841964)
Lucky for me -- I really am not a beer drinker, except maybe at the beach...in Brasil!

Caphirina or capihruska. In a pinch Charlie's version in C South works wonders.


As for the Box and booze, I don't think we are a "beer crowd" necessarily. I actually posted this in the mini-do thread at one point. We're connoisseurs of the finer alcohols in life. Sure, many of us went to Belgium to have beer for MLK day in January, but that was not just about the beer (maybe 90% ;)). And it was REALLY good beer. But then, set down at Olton Hall's place, Babu's place or the restaurant the orders shifted. Some had beer, some had strange mixed drinks involving sake or plum wine and one guy tried to convince me that some crazy shot actually tasted good (no, I'm never going to let go of that one :eek:). We covered the gamut pretty well there.

The key is that we are enablers for each other, firm believers in the "mas es mas" philosophy of life. That, and :rolleyes:.

Hartmann Jun 2, 2009 6:37 am

Looks like an aircraft seat has been found from what they think is the Air France flight: http://twitpic.com/6gl51

COFlyerCLE Jun 2, 2009 6:52 am

Morning Box, from soon-to-be-stormy Fort Worth.


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