Carolyn63

@Carolyn63 (1403)

United States • Age 60

Joined myLot 16 years ago

The person whom is limited in heart and thought is inclined to love that which is limited in life. " -Kahlil Gibran

Carolyn63's Responses

Do you provide lunch for your children at school?

berting600 @berting600 (3453) • Philippines 7 Mar 13

This style of providing lunch for children are actually prepared at home and brought to the school where the children are taking their education.As the bell rings,as a sign they will be picking up their lunch box and...

lunch for school children

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Carolyn63 I was just wondering about this the other day. No, I don't have children but I have noticed something that didn't occur when I was growing up. We stop most mornings at the corner store where I get a cup of coffee. My husband doesn't drink it and I don't need...

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Do you love cooking?

extremefun4fun @extremefun4fun (2908) • India 12 Feb 13

for me, cooking and doing house work are things that I do not like them to do but I have to do. I do not like cooking at all but sometimes when I cook, I do it well. That much than is in my possibility I try to escape from...

cooking

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Carolyn63 Actually, I love to cook. The problem is my husband is a very picky eater and I love a wide variety of foods. Whomever invented the freezer needs a hug! I can make my soups and casseroles and freeze some for later. Besides, it's healthier. I enjoy looking...

12 Feb 13

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Do some people think the word sorry is a magic word

jugsjugs @jugsjugs (12967) 3 Feb 13

People say sorry for lots of reasons and when they say it, ask yourself, do everyone who say that they are sorry, really are sorry. Do you think that people say sorry think it is some kind of a magic word and think that it will...

sorry just aint good enough when you keep having t

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Carolyn63 Sadly, some people do think it's a magic word that removes all guilt and mistakes, whether or not it is said with sincerity. I thinks along with the word love, it is one of the most commonly abused words there is. And yes, then there are those whom can't use...

5 Feb 13

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Meaning of Names are opposite to the characters

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 5 Feb 13

Its my own experience. You are free to reject or admit. I ve found, if the name of a person has a meaning that is widely used within people, in that case, the inside character of that person is just opposite of that meaning. In...

name character india orissa nature

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Carolyn63 Actually, my given name is Carolyn and it means strong one. Though I'm not physically strong, well, not abnormally so, I am a very strong person. I don't think I would have survived had this not been so with all the I've endured and overcome in life. Mind...

5 Feb 13

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What's the best large breed dog for a family with young children?

Babygirl1984000 @Babygirl1984000 (55) • Canada 26 Jan 13

Hello everyone, 28 years I've been on this earth thus far and I have always wanted a dog. I have not gotten one yet, I've fostered a small pom when I was younger but have never owned a dog. I have been a huge animal lover ever...

dogs

large breed

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Carolyn63 As mentioned, Labs make great dogs for families. And yes, many large breeds have genetic predispositions for dysplasia. I also saw where someone mentioned personality. There is something else you should factor in. How much time do you have, to walk, bathe,...

31 Jan 13

Meow water, please!

NailTech @NailTech (6874) • United States 12 Jan 13

Fountain, bowl or something else? What's your cat's preference to drink out of or from? My cat only drinks from a bowl. She won't drink very much though, so I hope she gets plenty of liquid from her wet food. I am hoping that she...

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Carolyn63 My cats preferred the little decorative water fountain. We were constantly having to clean it because the cat hair would block the filter and the water wouldn't flow. Also, the water and fountain bowl became slimy quickly because of it. So, we bought one of...

31 Jan 13

Serve for Goodwill

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 31 Jan 13

Though professionally I am an engineer, I have indulged in many career and in some non-tech fields too. Now I am a journalist and serving for two periodicals. As I have experienced, serving friends for their present requirements...

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Carolyn63 Hi Binay, I've done all kinds of work. Everything from waitressing, to pet care, receptionist, secretary, auto repair, and worked in the clubs. My joy is having repeat customers that are close, friend, not just clients. My joy is knowing that we treat all...

31 Jan 13

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Happy married couple looks like bro-sis

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 31 Jan 13

Its my own observation, which may not be ok for all. But, I ve seen, mostly the couples having very good compatible life style look like brother-sister at least after passing some good years. I think, its perhaps due to their...

happy marriage brother sister india orissa

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Carolyn63 Have you been poking around in my life, lol. There is the occassional person that says my husband and I look alike. I don't see it. His Native American ancestry is obvious in his skin, hair, and eye color. Mine isn't. You can only see the Irish and German,...

31 Jan 13

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Ever met someone you just don't like?

chiyochan @chiyosan (30184) • Philippines 31 Jan 13

Haha, With no intention to be mean, I just think I would like to share something that is probably as ommon as day and night to every one. I meant to say, there are those people no matter how kind you are, or how you see the good...

friends

people

someone

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Carolyn63 I was 8 years old when I met my adoptive parents for the first time. I immediately knew I didn't like them. I can't tell you why I felt that way, but they definitely proved I was right. Unfortunately, 8 year olds aren't given a choice in such matters. And...

31 Jan 13

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When a citizen can avail single window system!

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 24 Jan 13

A baby born. Parents went to an office. His/her name enrolled and thats it. Birth certificate will come by post. All updated documents like photo identification card, PAN card, Driving licence etc. can be availed from the same...

right documents tax cards

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Carolyn63 I think that the reason it requires more than one office, clerk, counter,is that each has it's own regulations and requirements. That and someone having to sort through which money goes to which office, and sorting through the printed out paperwork for each,...

29 Jan 13

Like to read Newspaper in Toilet

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 25 Jan 13

I have a habit of reading newspaper in toilet. Though it may sound different, its my regular habit and due to this sometimes i sit inside for a little long time, even for 20 mins or so. Is it an unnatural habit? If i dont get...

toilet newspaper read india orissa

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Carolyn63 My husband does that as well. With only one bathroom in the house, that can be an issue. I had to have my gall bladder removed a few years ago and since then I sometimes find my stomach has a mind of it's own. I can be fine one moment and needing the...

29 Jan 13

your appearance says something about your knowledge

jobfindonline @jobfindonline (1744) 29 Jan 13

do you believe that appearance speaks a lot about what we know? just curious.. for me I find it true whenever I observe people. It's not that I am judging the book by its cover but let us all be honest here. when you see someone,...

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Carolyn63 Ones appearance does not denote ones intellect. There have been numerous professors and intellectuals that have chosen to live their lives in obscurity, living like hobo's. They don't wear a suit and tie. This doesn't change their IQ. And what about the...

29 Jan 13

Best Home Remedies for a BAD Tootache

LaLa Leo @mrscallands22 (2851) • United States 27 Jan 13

I have been having the worst toothache and it will be some time before I can see an oral surgeon to have what's left of one of my molars removed. So.. I come to YOU Mylot members =( .. please if you have ANY toothache home...

toothache home remedies

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Carolyn63 Clove oil is the most recommended natural thing for a toothache. However, if you are having to wait some time my concern would be possible infection setting in. I keep grapefruit seed extract, in capsule form, on hand because my husband is bad about getting...

28 Jan 13

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Why Love is banned after marrige !

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 26 Jan 13

Hi friends, Please dont say "NO, its not possible". I have started this discussion, just to understand different philosophies on life. When we love someone, perhaps we are attracted towards his wisdom, personality, beauty, I.Q,...

love marriage woman india orissa

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Carolyn63 My husband and I have been together over 20 years. I love him to this day. This doesn't mean I have on rose colored glasses. Things we find cute in the beginning can become major annoyances later on. Him staring at my backside is actually a bit embarrassing....

28 Jan 13

asking for deposit or advance payment for services

Cutie18f @Cutie18f (9551) • Philippines 27 Jan 13

This is what I do. Whenever a client wants her kid to be tutored I would always require some deposit or advance payment from which the amount per session would be deducted. Then when it is consumed, they should make another...

advance payment

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Carolyn63 We have a small auto repair shop. The only time we ask for an advance payment is when the parts have to be special ordered. The reason for this is that sometimes the items are non refundable and sometimes there is a re-stocking fee. I have a part from 3 years...

28 Jan 13

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Three types of people around you

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 22 Jan 13

I feel there are three types of persons related to wisdom or knowledge. First type of persons are having very poor knowledge and they do not understand that they dont have knowledge. These types of persons are just worthless...

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Carolyn63 Going to stand outside of the box again. Very interesting discussions by the way. I know a great deal. But at the same time, I know very little indeed. However, what I know may pertain to me, and my understanding, only. As far as street smarts, got those....

24 Jan 13

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Three types of people related to tension

binaybbsr1 @binaybbsr1 (375) • India 22 Jan 13

I find three types of people related to tension in life. First one : The type, who has made his/her life to such a position that he/she has no more expectation or in other words, these types of persons has surrendered with...

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Carolyn63 Hmmmmm, very interesting. I do have trouble placing myself into one of these categories though. What causes tension for me is immediate issues. I believe that there is always hope and by making needed changes one can prevent many worries. I believe that the...

24 Jan 13

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plantain

ksktika @ksktika (271) • United States 13 Jan 13

I used to eat potato chips, but i was worry about my diet. and then i found plantain and i tried this baked plantain chips, wow its good though !. taste like banana chips, but this one better than banana chips. I can't stop eating...

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Carolyn63 I know they look like bananas, but do they taste similar? I live bananas and they help me get the potassium I need because of the lasix I have to take. Apricots help too. But I'd love to add another fruit to my diet. I'll have to go look up the nutrients in...

24 Jan 13

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Don't call me after 9

poppoppop111 @poppoppop111 (5731) • Canada 21 Jan 13

I don't like the phone ringing after 9. That is my quiet time. My daughter is sleeping and I'm relaxing. I never call anyone after 9pm because some people go to bed early and I don't want to be rude and wake them or their kids up....

phone calls

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Carolyn63 When the phone rings at that hour I get concerned. Especially since my mother in law has had 3 strokes over the last few years. I can't say no calls after 9:00 however because some nights, for example, Wednesdays, much of the family has been at church and I...

22 Jan 13