@JacquesF1 on myLot

manong05 @manong05 (5027) • Philippines 4 Oct 09

It doesn't mean we are gamblers, maybe out of curiousity or a result of friend's prodding. I actually did and I won a considerable amount. I was so happy that I went back again to the same place on my own but that time I lost. It...

bet

gambling

winning and losing

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JacquesF1 Gambling is really a problem. If you don't know when to stop and if you are using money meant for other things, then you really have a problem. I go the casino quite often but I know when to stop. I usually budget for this and when I'm done, I'm done. The...

4 Oct 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 26 Sep 09

The Kardashians; The Bachelor; The Bachellorette; Kendra; etc ... How real are these shows? There are so many of these reality shows and I often wonder how true to reality they actually are. A lot if it sometimes apprear to be...

reality tv

reality versus acting

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JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

I've had a look at Windows 7 and it looks impressive. I'm just wondering how many people out there have already purchased it. XP worked fine for me and I had no complaints. Then I was coerced into Vista as I bought a new laptop at...

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JacquesF1 That's why Bill Gates is one of the richest people in the world. It's just unfair that they waste so much on developing new operating systems, instead of fine tuning the ones that work.

25 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

To be successful means to have peace of mind in knowing you did your best, in doing your best that you are capable of becoming. If you could go to sleep every night, knowing that you have done everything that day to the best of...

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JacquesF1 The essence of what you are saying is the truth. If you have accomplished whatever you set out to do, then that is success. The good and bad side, however stems me to concern. Are you implying that if a person with criminal intent sets out to steal or murder...

25 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

To be successful means to have peace of mind in knowing you did your best, in doing your best that you are capable of becoming. If you could go to sleep every night, knowing that you have done everything that day to the best of...

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JacquesF1 That is so true. Our goals change as we continue on the journey of life. I think personal goals are more important than what the achievement of any goal means to others. What others will think of you should not determine what you want to achieve.

25 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

To be successful means to have peace of mind in knowing you did your best, in doing your best that you are capable of becoming. If you could go to sleep every night, knowing that you have done everything that day to the best of...

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JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

I've had a look at Windows 7 and it looks impressive. I'm just wondering how many people out there have already purchased it. XP worked fine for me and I had no complaints. Then I was coerced into Vista as I bought a new laptop at...

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JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

I have a father-in-law who retired and squandered away all his money, a mother-in-law who is the only one getting an income from her pension. Often they come to my wife who does not work and play on her emotions saying that they...

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JacquesF1 A good suggestion about giving them something every month and regarding it as a gift. The only problem is my MIL is never satisfied with what she receives. She always wants more. Regarding the fighting, believe me you don't want to know. They only fight about...

24 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

I have a father-in-law who retired and squandered away all his money, a mother-in-law who is the only one getting an income from her pension. Often they come to my wife who does not work and play on her emotions saying that they...

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JacquesF1 It is not that I don't want to help, but it starts to bother me when they buy stuff I can't even buy my own kids. To make a simple example, in the afternoons when my sister-in-law's children get home (the oldest stay there, bu the youngest only comes there...

24 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 24 Sep 09

I have a father-in-law who retired and squandered away all his money, a mother-in-law who is the only one getting an income from her pension. Often they come to my wife who does not work and play on her emotions saying that they...

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velentina @velentina (891) • Mauritius 24 Sep 09

I do have a personal diary but i rarely use it. I am afraid to write my personal things on it less it goes to a wrong hand and my secrets may be disclosed to that wrong person. Tell me if you keep personal diary and how you...

diary

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JacquesF1 My personal diary is on my PC. Not only do I need to swipe my finger but I also have to enter my password. This makes my diary very secure, however, I need to confess that I don't often write personal things in my diary. Usually it is more work related as I...

24 Sep 09

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janebeth @janebeth (2032) • Philippines 24 Sep 09

hi friends, i am not an expert typist (not so slow but not so fast) just medium i think, .. so sometimes i stare on my key board while typing, but sometimes i don't stare because i can remember the letters...

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JacquesF1 I'm also not an expert typist but I cope quite comfortably. I downloaded a typing course once, but I think I've only used it twice. The effort was just too boring. I started off with one finger and slowly progressed to nearly all fingers on both hands....

24 Sep 09

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aixshaonline @aixshaonline (600) • Philippines 17 Sep 09

I know that this question is typically a no-brainer, but my point here is just I've had friends who'd rather indulge in having flings rather than have real relationships. When I asked them why, it was because they're afraid of...

commitment

flings

relationships

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JacquesF1 For most males I guess it would be a fling, rather than a relationship. I don't think that it is so much about commitment, than having as much variety as possible. On the other hand, some people do not want one-night stands and are more interested in long-term...

18 Sep 09

cainam @cainam (493) • Philippines 17 Sep 09

i know that some people would say that this is a nonsense question. but you can call me wird but i'm not dreaming myself of becoming rich. having a decent living does'nt mean that i have to be rich. a house, a car, a work which...

rich

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JacquesF1 I think it is all about living comfortably. I agree there are many people who are rich but do they actually enjoy their lives? Just look at a lot of our celebrities. In the end it is important to have all the necessities in life, but it will be nice to have...

17 Sep 09

pormadi @pormadi (1300) • Indonesia 17 Sep 09

If you have children, you should give them a good education. In my country, people tend to use homeschooling to prepare their children for having good education. Certificate can be legalized in ministry of education. Some people...

education

formal school

homeschooling

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JacquesF1 I prefer formal schooling as it is not only about teachers prepared for what they are doing, but it is also about socializing. (I'm not saying or implying that people are not prepared who do home schooling.)Children need to mix with other children of the same...

17 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 16 Sep 09

Teachers are the builders of our societies but they are the worst paid professionals! I was a teacher for twenty years but with my Degree and Diploma earned less than some of my previous learners who left school to become...

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JacquesF1 Most remain in teaching as it offers some form of security. A guaranteed monthly salary, although it is far from enough and then some of the other benefits make them feel safe in this cocoon. However, I've found out that there is actually a life after teaching...

17 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 16 Sep 09

Teachers are the builders of our societies but they are the worst paid professionals! I was a teacher for twenty years but with my Degree and Diploma earned less than some of my previous learners who left school to become...

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JacquesF1 Once when playing at a casino an old gentleman told me that if you play peanuts, expect peanuts. What does this have to do with teachers? Well I guess in some cases you get teachers that don't put in a lot of work because they are being paid peanuts. On the...

17 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 16 Sep 09

Teachers are the builders of our societies but they are the worst paid professionals! I was a teacher for twenty years but with my Degree and Diploma earned less than some of my previous learners who left school to become...

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JacquesF1 How true!Teachers are expected to be mothers, fathers, social workers, gidance counsellors, etc. I think we can go on and on with the list, but they are only paid for teaching. All over the world they are the poeple who ar responsible for educating the nation,...

17 Sep 09

JacquesF1 @JacquesF1 (25) • South Africa 16 Sep 09

Teachers are the builders of our societies but they are the worst paid professionals! I was a teacher for twenty years but with my Degree and Diploma earned less than some of my previous learners who left school to become...

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