Duglaiglas

@Duglaiglas (150)

United States • Age 55

Joined myLot 14 years ago

Walking with my feet just off the ground

Duglaiglas's Responses

Would you fly abroad for a blind date?

LeighB @LeighB (700) • Thailand 12 Mar 11

A close friend of mine told me that this weekend he was flying down to Singapore to meet and stay with a girl he had been chatting to on the internet for the past 2 weeks. He flew out on Friday and is due back on Tuesday morning....

blind date

flying abroad

love on the net

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Duglaiglas wow... very daring. It could almost be viewed as eccentric or desparate. If your friends has so much money to just take a whimsical jaunt out of the country - I have a few things he can invest in and help me with. What to do with your money 101.... support...

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The end of the World or new beginnings?

LeighB @LeighB (700) • Thailand 11 Mar 11

Since the beginning of this year, we have seen, via news footage and the media, uprisings, demonstrations and protests across the Middle East and North Africa, resulting in regime change for some. We have seen an earthquake in...

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Duglaiglas Good changes only if we activate them within our personal lives. We create our existence

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Feng shui - for a better standard of life?

LeighB @LeighB (700) • Thailand 24 Feb 11

Feng Shui - the ancient Chinese system of blending heaven (astrology) and Earth (geography) together to improve ones living standard by dispelling negative forces and replacing them with positivity. The literal translation of...

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Duglaiglas I love Feng Shui... and have attempted to use it many times in my immediate setting Tho' I don't think I quite have a grip on it. I believe it is useful... as I'm finding out there's a great many ways to look at anyhting. I believe we are supposed to be...

24 Feb 11

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What is Paradise?

LeighB @LeighB (700) • Thailand 23 Feb 11

The dictionary says that Paradise is - a) A place that is extremely beautiful and that seems perfect, like heaven. b) A place where we go when we die. c) A perfect place. d) The Garden of Eden. To some people, Paradise is...

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Duglaiglas To me paradise is a place where everything works well together... nothing's broken. It is aslso a place that produces the kind of beauty that you specifically like. For me, that would be a waterfall surrounding my front door... and you cross a small pond...

23 Feb 11

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Are you satisfied with your life?

angeljhing89 @angeljhing89 (51) • Philippines 18 Feb 11

"Should I give up, or should I continue chasing pavements...even it it leads to nowhere?" I am getting older and older everyday. At times I feel like I havent achieved anything in my life. I would usually compare myself to...

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Duglaiglas NO!! well.... most of the time, I'd say "yes" - just for the sake of being positive. I am somene who believes if you're not happy - do something about it. But, what to do???? LOL To address envy... PLEASE CONTINUE WITH THAT NO LONGER; STOP...

18 Feb 11

It's Finally Here

kerriannc @kerriannc (4279) • Jamaica 15 Apr 09

Hey guys today is my birthday yes and I am soo happy. I am just a bit sad that my mother is not around to celebrate with me so I paused for a moment of reflection and now I am happy again.

15th

birthday

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Duglaiglas Hi kerriannc, Just posted something using the title aries... and it brought me to you. I hope you can stop by to give your response. I know what you mean - my mother is not hear to celebrate with me either. I think it's great to reflect for a moment....

21 Feb 10

Astrology. Are You Like Your Star Sign?

Janey1966 @Janey1966 (24170) • Carlisle, England 16 Dec 09

I am an Aries. Some of my characteristics are true to the sign I was born under, such as impatience, honesty and shouting one minute, being nice the next lol. I hate injustice in all things and I shall stick up for the underdog...

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Duglaiglas Hey Janey1966, I just posted a discussion using the title Aries in it... and it brought me to you. As well, I have listed a discussion about birthcharts - ever seen yours?? I'd love to hear more about the aries in you. I wonder how your view compares...

21 Feb 10

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Cashflow 101 by Robert Kiyosaki

pierrella @pierrella (1087) • Philippines 7 Feb 10

Hi guys, I just recently discovered how to improve my skills in investment. Have you heard about Cashflow101 by Robert Kiyosaki? It teaches people how to think like the rich and invest in worthwhile assets. I haven't tried...

cashflow 101

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Duglaiglas Absolutely love Robert Kiyosaki. I've read several books... and used to own the game. I no longer have it... and it saddens me. I used to try and get my friends together to play. Very fun!! I never got around to playing 202 either (though I owned it as...

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Which language is easy to learn ?

maydayzjy @maydayzjy (35) • China 17 Feb 10

My friend started to learn Korean, I want to learn Japanese.

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Duglaiglas I have studied FRENCH for 5+ years - it's very intricate and beautiful. One day I hope to be fluent... but, I am not. I done have anyone to practice with. I have even gone so far as to post a game of sorts - here on MyLot - click the pic. So, French is...

19 Feb 10

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Have you ever questioned God?

raynejasper @raynejasper (2322) • Philippines 15 Feb 10

We say we believe in God and we are faithful.. but when difficulties comes, sometimes, our faith wavers.. There are times in my life when I even tried to question God why such things happen to me.. then afterwards, I regret what...

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Duglaiglas I question and argur with God...raynejasper (He always wins tho' - smile) It's okay... he's our father!! It doesn't mean your faith is wavering... it can actually mean your faith is growing. Trust is a whole 'nother issue - you must recall when you asked...

15 Feb 10

The race begins!

Allie_xoxo @Allie_xoxo (1063) • Canada 14 Feb 10

I am so excited, I love the amazing race and they are seconds away from starting off. I've just heard the word go and they are off to chile. Who else is watching??

amazing race

watching

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Duglaiglas With ya... allie_xoxo I'm already yelling at the TV; I'm so emotional for this show. One day, you guys will be cheering for me!!

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The race begins!

Allie_xoxo @Allie_xoxo (1063) • Canada 14 Feb 10

I am so excited, I love the amazing race and they are seconds away from starting off. I've just heard the word go and they are off to chile. Who else is watching??

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Duglaiglas Alright from Los Angeles - (AAAwww!! I used to ride the public transpo there!! don't miss it!! LOL) === Now on to Chile!! Everyone looking shacky with the tight rope.... I'm seeing fear... I'm seeing a lot of WALKING ALREADY... GEESH!! I hate...

14 Feb 10

Have trouble in translation. Any suggestions?

clearspring @clearspring (10) • China 28 Jan 10

I am trying to translate a Tutorial of a software. Now I am not sure of a sentence "Both the Sage development model and the technology in Sage itself are distinguished by an extremely strong emphasis on openness, community,...

translation

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Duglaiglas Hi clearspring, Yes... "distinguished" here can mean 'different' or 'marked by'. Here's an example: The markings on a zebra are what distinguishes it from a horse just as the horn of a unicorn can distinguish the same. English words - in my opinionm...

13 Feb 10

"had not" and "hadn't"

mrzhang @mrzhang (6) • China 12 Feb 10

I once used "hadn't" in a sentance, but I was advised that it was not correct and I should use "had not". "Hadn't" dosen't exist in English?

grammar

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Duglaiglas Hey mrzhang, my friend owlwings is correct - it's an archaic word conraction no longer used. Americans and English tend to shorten thing a bit. To the point it can almosr appear to be laziness. But, I would avise: Had not = almost an equal to "never"...

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Sylar - a hero?

sakral @sakral (70) • Bulgaria 11 Feb 10

Sylar - a hero? Do you think that someone like him can turn into a good guy?

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Duglaiglas Sakal... As much as I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Heroes... I'm at a loss for words. 1. I missed one/episodes... then this happens and I'm like, what??? What the heck is going on?? Altho' I am glad that Samuel is finally being overthrown - he was starting to get...

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New Season of Amazing Race

patgalca @patgalca (18394) • Orangeville, Ontario 24 Sep 09

My last discussion questioned when the new season was starting. No one had an answer. Shortly after I commented on a response stating that I still didn't have an answer I saw a commercial saying it was starting this Sunday. Less...

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Duglaiglas Hi patgalca. I saw the races with the globetrotters, etc. And I saw a commercial for a new season coming... but I don't know when exactly (You know how you walk on a commercial or you're distracted?? hahaha) I can't wait... it is one of my favorite...

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Help, I need an opinion and advice!

bamikalipal @bamikalipal (588) • Philippines 5 Feb 10

Hi mylotters, I believe in Jesus Christ but I've been wondering about the mystery of the Holy Trinity: three persons in one God. Did the Father, our Creater, will Himself to be born as Jesus in order to save us from our...

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Duglaiglas Cute dog!! I think your mindset is very health. I have basically two comments to aid you: 1. God does not have an identity crisis... that's just us; so, I agree - we are basically praying to the same god but using diff names. God is not finite like us....

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Is anyone else here having problems with their credit card debts?

laydee @laydee (12798) • Philippines 9 Feb 10

I know I am foolish for have used my credit card and not being able to cope with the bills, but I tell you, I didn't use it for the sheer fun of charging things that I don't need. I guess the financial crisis just got...

credit cards

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Duglaiglas Ease your mind, my dear!! Smile. I have paid off all my debts - and I have been a collector as well. My credit is by no means perfect... and, I'm sure you care even more than I do about it. But, here's what I've learned: 1. They can garnish, but not take...

10 Feb 10

How do you get someone to give you what you need as much as you give them?

idowrite72 @idowrite72 (2213) • United States 11 Jan 09

What I am trying to find out is this.....if you are a giver in a relationship and it seems that you are constantly giving and giving but feel that you aren't getting much in return, are you with the wrong person? Or is there some...

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Duglaiglas Wow!!! Good quest... My initial thoughts are several. Speaking as a man - and in general. Men aren't taught to give - we learn out of coersion b/c mommy wanted us to play nicely. We do give out of respect, and appreciation - but it's more a reflecion of how...

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