Queenie's Cyber Cafe: Lunatic Ramblings

A shout out and thanks to Eagle Ted

HettyGreen — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 18:00:12 GMT

using your instructions provided on the P Forum, I was able to use Firefox to post an image FINALLY.

No political, social, economic or cultural significance to this test image. It's simply a lovely blue hibiscus.

;)

Hetty

test

HettyGreen — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:28:28 GMT

hmmm, cartoon didn't post. Drat, failed test. Oh well.

. ;)

qh1

Setting a placecard on the table

HettyGreen — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 19:01:52 GMT

as royal etiquette dictates....

...so I can find my own damned blog when I wander about here.

*royal lost wave*

qh1

Blog are forever

HettyGreen — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 15:08:16 GMT

So I edited myself with no regrets.

;)

qh1

Am I missing anything fascinating 'round here?

HettyGreen — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 19:05:56 GMT

Since I have the Cyber Coffee House to run, I shall drift in and out past the tables, seeing if anyone wants more coffee or a sidecar...

but...

any updates of interest?

And where's Jensen? :(

We twa hay rin aboot the braes..

HettyGreen — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 17:56:02 GMT

...an' pood the gowans fynnnnnnnn
Bit weev wandert monae a weery fet,
sin ald lang syn.

We twa hay pedilt in the burn,
fray mornin sun til dyn ;
But seas between us bred hay roard
sin ald lang syn.

(Take it away, Twin! )

Looking in the general direction of the ocean this morning, 2008 will bring a sea change in my life (how's that for mixing a metaphor) and for the better. Much new to explore, learn, discover, grow. With a free spirit and an adventuresome heart, and, with any luck, a semi-functioning brain, I'm going for it all.

what is YOUR big dream for 2008? care to share it here?

As Resident Royal Lunatiquesse, I hereby proclaim:

Whether you do or not state it today, the result will be the same:

*royal wave of magic wand*

this will be the year it comes true for you.

Smooches and 'ritas for all,

qh1

Closed for renovations

HettyGreen — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 17:10:26 GMT

Grand reopening: 2008

Queenie

Is there ANYTHING left nowadays that money can't buy?

HettyGreen — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 17:03:00 GMT

Presuming most of us come to M* to learn about how to manage and hopefully increase our financial assets, we all have an interest in money; we all have different philosophies about its usefulness and the importance it plays in our lives.

However, with all the technological advances and innovations in the world today, and with all there will be to come, here's a topic for consideration and discussion:

Is there ANYTHING left nowadays that money can't buy?

Health? While much of your health can be attributed to genetics and good luck, having more resources means you probably have a better selection of health care options. You could pay for an experimental treatment or consultation with a pricey specialist out of pocket if need be. The household budget has no problem making room for the best produce available. You're free to experiment with alternative therapies and treatments.

Wealth? Of course many people start with nothing and build fortunes. It's easier, though, if you begin with something. For many, saving that first couple of thousand dollars is almost an impossible task.

Love? Companionship? You cannot purchase your soul mate but you can find a reasonable facsimile thereof i.e. not Miss Right but Miss Right now.

Fame? Although the public decides if a star is born, with plenty of money you can make certain your talents, or lack thereof, get noticed more quickly.

Career? Any one who's ever had the joy of working with the boss' idjit children grasps this concept.

Adventure? The whole world is there for you to see, any place, any time, no worrying about your vacation schedule and how this will fit into your financial plan. On a smaller scale, want to see every play, movie, concert out there? Off you go.

In general, HAPPINESS? Maybe it can't buy it but properly applied it can stave off a lot of unhappiness. (think I heard that line in PSYCHO...).

These are broad categories naturally I'm painting my strokes with a very broad brush simply to get discussion going.

Nevertheless I'm very interested in hearing what the CyberCafe patrons think of this concept.

I do believe there are certain instances in which your money is completely absolutely no good, period. Can't be bought at any price. Rather than specify and elaborate just yet, I'll wait to see if there's any interest in this thread first LOL.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts,

Hetty, QH1

Let's pretend

HettyGreen — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 18:12:00 GMT

and have some silly/serious fun.

$100,000, tax-free, drops from the sky with a ceremonious THUD on your desk.

You must do something within 48 hours of receipt with the money. But only one choice can be made from this menu or the $100,000 will vaporize.

Would you:

1) Buy stock? Which ones?

2) Put it in mutual funds? Names?

3) Invest in real estate? Where?

4) Park it in a money market fund?

5) Spend it without a backward look? BTW, anyone who thinks you cannot spend $100,000 in 48 hours has never visited Rodeo Drive.

Have fun with this one!

;)

Hetty, QH1