Carmetaf

@Carmetaf (309)

United States • Age 46

Joined myLot 17 years ago

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Carmetaf's Discussions

WORK - ARRGH!! What should I do?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 14 May 08

I have been looking for work since November 2007. I finally found a PT min. wage job last week and started May 4th. Today is May 14th and I was offered a job that pays $1.10 / hr more and some fringe benefits. I feel bad that...

career change

job

new job

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My daughter handles her dog in her first dog show

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 2 May 08

Anna is 10, her dog that she's showing is 3 yrs old. She was so cute to watch. It's a great way for this shy kid to come out of her shell a bit too. :)

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How would you feel if a close friend suddenly started to blow you off?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 7 Apr 08

This happens to me a lot lately with one particular person. I invite them to do something with me, and they will not respond. Then I find out they've invited someone else to go to the same event with them. Just makes...

fairweather friend

friendship

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Natural dog flea spray also works on lice

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 3 Apr 08

My niece had a bad case of lice. I went to my sister's house with my de-flea spray (claims to work on fleas, ticks, lice) it's all natural and has a very low % pyrethrin so it works great on the dogs as a daily prevention. VS...

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What makes people who wear their heart on their sleeve unattractive?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 25 Mar 08

I wonder how come people don't appreciate those who share their feelings? Also why is it easier to get through life as a liar and fake than it is to just be yourself.

emotional people

lonely people

social misfit

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What are some fund raising ideas for kid's youth group trip?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 20 Mar 08

Some of the things we'll be working on; Bottle Drive Bake Sale E-bay auctions what would you suggest?

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Deadly tornado in GA

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 16 Mar 08

destroyed the home of Bonnie & Mike Turner. Unfortunately, Bonnie did not survive the destruction, Mike is in critical condition. They were prominent AHT & Rat Terrier breeders. I've met them at a few shows and always enjoyed...

breeders

deadly tornado

rat terrier

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My cookie biz dream is becoming a reality!

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 15 Mar 08

Well, kinda! I have permission to use a commercial kitchen that is owned by a famly member. I will use their facilty which they use for catering while they are off work on Sundays. I created a website to sell my cookies. This is...

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Exciting plan for summer 2008

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 15 Mar 08

I am excited. I sure hope plans come to pass! I'm taking a course to get my motorcycle licence this spring. If I pass (I should) My hubby and I hope to ride from Vermont to Maine. We intend to visit Bar Harbor, for our 10th...

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Can a good photographer use any old camera and still come out with...

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 15 Mar 08

a great subject? I own a 2MP Olympus with 10X zoom lens. I have had some pictures that were great, some not so great. I had a Fuji that I thought was better, it was 4mp and had 6x zoom. My olympus point and shoot is really...

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Hi, I posted some photos of my fav salad: Frito Salad

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 14 Mar 08

I was out of kidney beans so I used Chick peas. Recipe: Salad greens, onion, tomato, cucumber, Kidney beans (or chick peas drained/rinsed) shredded cheese, ham (not pictured), catalina dressing and frito's corn chips.

catalina

favorite salad

kidney bean and frito salad

kidney beans

salad making

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What would you do if you were sued in small claims for a debt....

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 12 Mar 08

that you did not know you had in your name? If "proof" was requested and not received and you get a officer at the door with a formal complaint, you answer the complaint and say "I need proof" The court calls for a...

lawsuit

small claims

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Do you interpret your dreams?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 9 Mar 08

Last night I had a dream that I had a really dumpy looking barn. Inside the barn was a white horse and a dark chestnut horse. The white horse was sad and dusty looking. The chestnut was dazzling. One day a friend came over and...

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Anyone frustrated with their 2002 Tacoma?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 6 Mar 08

I bought a 2002 Tacoma last summer, thinking that with only 45,000 miles on it the truck would last a long time and be a great vehicle. The engine is a 4 cyl and it's a 4wd. The catalytic converter has gone to heck, the...

Wanted to share my lunch with you....

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 5 Mar 08

Bean Burger - 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 can chick peas, 1 can kidney beans, chopped onion to taste, minced garlic to taste, black pepper and salt. Mash together, form into patties and cook on a hot griddle. Greens, steamed broccoli...

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How many vermont residents on MyLot?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 4 Mar 08

I'm from Vermont and look forward to seeing others from this lovely state join in on MYLOT. If you aren't from VT and would like to visit, please come. There is a lot to do in Spring, summer, fall and winter. Like to ski?...

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Do you agree with wearing animal fur?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 4 Mar 08

Some folks boycott companies that produce and sell clothing and accessories that use animal skins and furs. Do you believe it is wrong to kill animals and use their furs for clothing? Or do you feel it is okay ?

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If you only had 5 hours to spend in manhattan, where would you spend the time?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 3 Mar 08

What would make the biggest impression of the real NYC by visiting for just a little while

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Would the teenage YOU be friends with the Adult You?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 3 Mar 08

I was thinking the other day. (I often have rambling thoughts) If I were a teenager, and met the adult me, would I like myself? My answer, Yes, I would have felt compassionate towards my adult self and wanted to help me do...

art projects

teenage you meets adult you

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How do you feel about your Mother In Law ?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 3 Mar 08

Mine has always bothered me. She smokes too much, goes into WAY too much personal detail about her health problems. (She'll discuss Bowel movements over Pie), And just the other day she says "I hate to be too personal, but are you...

family

in laws

mother in law

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