onetrackmind

@onetrackmind (104)

United States • Age 72

Joined myLot 16 years ago

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K? thousand? carats?

moonlitmagikchild @moonlitmagikchild (22181) • United States 16 Jan 09

why does the letter K stand for thousands? as in something cost 12k ($12,000) or carat? (24k gold).. jeeze the things my brain thinks of on cold medicine.. lol..

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onetrackmind The K stands for Kilo, representing a thousand standard units, such as 50 Kilometers or 20 kilograms.

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What would happen to you if your spouse died?

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 17 Dec 08

Would you be able to take care of things financially? This question has been on my mind for a long time. That's why I bought life insurance on my husband and myself. For me, it's not much... enough to bury me with some left...

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onetrackmind We are working on getting it for each other. As well as set up funeral arrangements (for the future). If Pat went before me, I could go on...I am set in my ways on so many things. I believe Pat could go out on her own as well...not as soon as I would be able...

17 Dec 08

How to make a Snow Angel... step-by-step.

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 1 Dec 08

I came across someone who didn't know what a snow angel was. At first, I was shocked! Then, I realized that not everyone gets snow where they live. Some people have never seen a single snowflake! Oh, those poor people! They don't...

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onetrackmind Made 'em...no pics!

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Where Did The "U" Go? Americans, I Need Help!

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 27 Oct 08

Has anyone ever noticed that the American language is different than any other English-speaking country in the world? While everyone else spells the word "favourite", American's spell it "favorite". Same goes with the word...

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onetrackmind Press 1 to hear this in English. Press 2 to hear this in Hispanola Press 3 to learn English, since you are NOW living in this country! Although the reasons why British spelling keeps the u in certain words, such as colour, flavour and honour, may not be...

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Ever try to help someone who asked for help but didn't really want it?

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 27 Oct 08

It's so frustrating! I've known a few people like this in my lifetime. They ask for help over and over again for various reasons but, when you try to offer help or advice, they NEVER take it! They will sometimes go so far as to...

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onetrackmind You know that I have in-laws like this...Pat and I have helped them (food/shelter...all the Corporal Works of Mercy). You think they would be appreciative enuff to start standing on their own 2 feet and start doing things for THEMSELVES?!?!?!? NOOOOOO! I have...

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Today is the anniversary of my father's death.

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 11 Jul 08

I just realized it. My father died on July 11, 1971. I was 19 years old. He died from complications from muscular dystrophy. (My only sister died on July 9, 2003 from the same thing. I miss her!!! I just didn't notice the...

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onetrackmind Ms. M sorry that it has taken me 4 months to see this message. I feel your pain. At 55 I still talk to my Nanny (Mom's mom) asking for guidance/help when I'm in need. And I get it. It may not be what I asked for, but I get relief from whatever my...

15 Oct 08

At what age you want to be dead?

soleya @soleya (1100) • Latvia 4 Oct 08

Don't know why I started to think about it, but I have a question for you. How long would you like to live? Like till 100 or more? Or maybe less? And why? Will be very interested in your answers. Thank you in advance. Soleya

age

life

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onetrackmind I don't have an age as to when I want to be dead. When the Good Lord is ready for me, he will let me know!

9 Oct 08

How Can A Food Place Run Out Of...

moonlitmagikchild @moonlitmagikchild (22181) • United States 5 Oct 08

How Can A Restaurant Run Out Of... wendys = ran out of potatoes.. pizza hut = ran out of stuffed crust and hand tossed dough.. but yet had dough for thin and pan.. jack in the box = potatoes and salad (and we are talking...

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onetrackmind Wendy's is my #1 complaint!!!!!!!!!!!! I don't frequent them that often, but when I do...they are out of the baked potatoes. I had my mouth set on that...NOT a salad or Chili. And this has happened in brought daylight...not near closing time....

9 Oct 08

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AIG gets an additional $38 billion loan from the Fed.

cbreeze @cbreeze (1205) • United States 9 Oct 08

After already receiving $85 billion they needed another $38 billion. Yet they could afford to send 100 execs for a retreat for $440,000. The excuse is that this was not the executives that were responsible for the failure of the...

business

economy

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onetrackmind Bottom line...EVERYONE has to be held accountable for their actions. The CEO's have to held accountable for their company's operations. What I like to know is, who determines these outlandish salaries for top executives? Yeah, companies go under, the poor...

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Is a Minor Breaking The Law When Sending Nude Photos To Another Minor?!?!

moonlitmagikchild @moonlitmagikchild (22181) • United States 9 Oct 08

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27088910/ i thought that if you were a minor then you wouldnt be breaking any laws.. and why should they go after the people that received them? people might have gotten the pics and not have asked...

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onetrackmind In my opinion, the person sending should be held accountable.

9 Oct 08

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Student threatens to BURN teacher alive because he believes she is a WITCH

moonlitmagikchild @moonlitmagikchild (22181) • United States 9 Oct 08

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27091848/ can we say NUT JOB?? he even asked her if she was a witch and she said no but apparently he thought different.. can you believe this is still happening?? in this time and age??

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onetrackmind Can you imagine how many innocent women were put to death who were thought witches, in Salem Massachusetts in the 1600's? This student had to be hept up on something to do this dstardly deed.

9 Oct 08

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O.J. Simpson Found Guilty!!!

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 4 Oct 08

O.J. Simpson could spend the rest of his life in prison. Sentencing is set for December 5, 2008. He was found guilty of at least 10 charges including kidnapping yesterday, Friday, Oct. 4, 2008. Source:...

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onetrackmind Justice has finally been served...hope no technicalities or loop holes emerge.

4 Oct 08

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Do you proofread your responses before submitting?

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 14 Sep 08

This question may have been asked before, but I couldn't find it. How often do you notice typing errors or grammar boo boos AFTER you've hit the 'submit' button? I just did that in my last response. Not only did I have spelling...

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onetrackmind My new thing is 'teh' instead of 'the'. Drives me bonkers!

14 Sep 08

Do you proofread your responses before submitting?

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 14 Sep 08

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onetrackmind I am in err. My new thing is teh for the...not sure why I do it, but I do...not only here but in my work e-mails. Mental, I know it frustrates us both due to the busine we are a part of!

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What would you call a man who...

mentalward @mentalward (14690) • United States 30 Aug 08

takes his blood pressure every day even though it's always normal? complains about every single itch, bite or rash yet won't see a doctor? thinks he can't eat certain foods because they'll make him gag even though he's never...

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onetrackmind your husband?

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What is your favorite drink when you go out?

valeria1 @valeria1 (2721) • United States 5 Aug 08

I actually love Cuba (rum, diet coke, slice of lemon and ice), how about you guys?

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onetrackmind Scotch and Ginger Ale.

11 Aug 08

common law marriages

moonlitmagikchild @moonlitmagikchild (22181) • United States 11 Aug 08

how do you prove that you have one? and what do you do if you originally lived in a state that recognizes it and then move to a place that doesnt? i would be afraid that the spouse or partner would some how get screwed over in a...

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onetrackmind I'd say for the state that you are currently residing in, check with a local law firm...they should be happy to pass on some free advice.

11 Aug 08

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What are you favorite desserts?

Polly1 @Polly1 (12645) • United States 9 Oct 06

I just had chocolate fudge cake and ice cream with chicolate syrup and whipped

chocolate fudge

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onetrackmind # 1 - Cheesecake # 2 - Hot apple pie with vanilla ice cream

6 Aug 08

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