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What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member? Gee, I can't think of one. Probably used to bet on stuff when we were kids, like "I'll bet I can ride my bike faster," or something like that.
Bonus Question: What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up? I didn't read comic books when I was a kid. Closest thing was Mad magazine, which I still read today.
Extra Credit Question: Let's talk a little more about traveling. Okay, let's! When planning a trip do you: Book everything yourself? Yes. I have no choice. Use a travel Agent? Did this a long time ago. Book online? Love doing this! Book on the phone? Have done this.
Have you ever used Traveler Checks? I think I used them once, for a trip in 1980.
Just for Fun: When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your "go to" meal solution? Most likely, Chinese carry-out.
Today in History: 1802 - 1st comic book "The Wasp," is published I never heard of that one! 1891 - Travelers checks patented ok 1949 - Jack Webb’s "Dragnet" was first heard on NBC radio. Became a TV series in 1951 & 1967 ”The story you are about to hear (see) is true “dum-de-dum-dum" We used to watch that show together as a family. Loved it! 1961 - James R. Hoffa elected chairman of Teamsters Wasn't he recently sighted in a Walmart, shopping with Elvis? 1967 - Beatles' "All You Need is Love" is released Good song! 1972 - 1st women FBI members sworn in Chicks rock! 1981 - Sandra Day O'Connor nominated for the Supreme Court Gee, I can't believe it was that long ago!
Word of the Day: futilitarian \fyoo-til-i-TAIR-ee-uhn\ , adjective; 1. Believing that human hopes are vain and unjustified I know some people who are futilitarian, and I feel very sorry for them.
Today is: National Strawberry Sundae Day I'd rather have a hot fudge sundae. Ice Cream Cone Day Now we're talkin' - Chocolate, please! Macaroni Day I like macaroni. Especially if it's covered with cheese! Comic Book Day Tell the Truth Day Not just today - ALWAYS. Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day RIP, Dad. Traveler Check Day ok
Hard to believe it's Thursday already. I sure do love 4-day work weeks (but with full paychecks)! Have a happy day, everyone.
What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member ?
The Casey Anthony verdict.
Bonus Question:
What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up ?
Little Lulu
Extra Credit Question:
Lets talk a little more about traveling
When planning a trip do you:
Book everything yourself ?
Use a travel Agent ? This one
Book online ?
Book on the phone ?
Have you ever used Traveler Checks ? Yes, in Europe.
Just for Fun:
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your
"go to" meal solution ? Grape nuts cereal.
Today in History: 1802 - 1st comic book "The Wasp," is published 1891 - Travelers checks patented 1949 - Jack Webb’s "Dragnet" was first heard on NBC radio. Became a TV series in 1951 & 1967 ”The story you are about to hear (see) is true “dum-de-dum-dum" 1961 - James R. Hoffa elected chairman of Teamsters 1967 - Beatles' "All You Need is Love" is released 1972 - 1st women FBI members sworn in One of my friends is now a retired FBI agent. He graduated from the academy at a young age and he has a baby face. On the day of graduation J. Edgar told him to grow a beard so he would be taken seriously. 1981 - Sandra Day O'Connor nominated for the Supreme Court
What a cool lady. I remember when she was nominated.
Word of the Day: futilitarian \fyoo-til-i-TAIR-ee-uhn\ , adjective;
1. Believing that human hopes are vain and unjustified
Yikes, what a depressing take on life. Kinda' J.P. Sartre-ish. Today is:
National Strawberry Sundae Day
Ice Cream Cone Day
Macaroni Day
Comic Book Day
Tell the Truth Day
Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day Oh, I would love to do that again.
Traveler Check Day
What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member ? IDK!
Bonus Question:
What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up ? Archie, Little LuLu, Dennis the Menace
Extra Credit Question:
Lets talk a little more about traveling
When planning a trip do you:
Book everything yourself ?
Use a travel Agent ?
Book online ?
Book on the phone ?
Have you ever used Traveler Checks ?
Just for Fun:
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your
"go to" meal solution ? salad
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Today in History: 1972 - 1st women FBI members sworn in 1981 - Sandra Day O'Connor nominated for the Supreme Court
Today is:
National Strawberry Sundae Day
Ice Cream Cone Day
Macaroni Day
Comic Book Day
Tell the Truth Day
Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day
Traveler Check Day
What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member ? - I don't bet.
Bonus Question:
What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up ? - Hmm... let's see.. Playboy, Penthouse.. Hey I read the comics in them.. - I'm only kidding, I didn't really have a favorite comic book, but I read Mad Magazine every 3 or 4 months.
Extra Credit Question:
Lets talk a little more about traveling
When planning a trip do you:
Book everything yourself ?
Use a travel Agent ?
Book online ? - X - Isn't this the same as "Book everything yourself"?
Book on the phone ?
Have you ever used Traveler Checks ? - Well.. I always take my checkbook with me on vacations.. does that count?
Just for Fun:
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your
"go to" meal solution ? - Hmm... Let's see.. I go to an exquisite dining place, like Jack In The Box, Denny's.. or this place..
What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member ? My wife @ miniature golf....easy win
Bonus Question:
What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up ? I didn't do the comic books
Extra Credit Question:
Lets talk a little more about traveling
When planning a trip do you:
Book everything yourself ? online
Use a travel Agent ?
Book online ?
Book on the phone ?
Have you ever used Traveler Checks ?never I remember the commercials.
Just for Fun:
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your
"go to" meal solution ? Order two pizzas
Today in History: 1802 - 1st comic book "The Wasp," is published 1891 - Travelers checks patented 1949 - Jack Webb’s "Dragnet" was first heard on NBC radio. Became a TV series in 1951 & 1967 ”The story you are about to hear (see) is true “dum-de-dum-dum" 1961 - James R. Hoffa elected chairman of Teamsters 1967 - Beatles' "All You Need is Love" is released 1972 - 1st women FBI members sworn in 1981 - Sandra Day O'Connor nominated for the Supreme Court
Word of the Day: futilitarian \fyoo-til-i-TAIR-ee-uhn\ , adjective;
1. Believing that human hopes are vain and unjustified
Today is:
National Strawberry Sundae Day
Ice Cream Cone Day
Macaroni Day
Comic Book Day
Tell the Truth Day
Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day
Traveler Check Day
What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member ? . I'm drawing a blank. I bet something silly and I'm sure I was correct. Wish I could remember.
Bonus Question:
What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up ? . Nancy or Henry... less reading
Extra Credit Question:
Lets talk a little more about traveling
When planning a trip do you:
Book everything yourself ?. yes for small stuff Use a travel Agent ? . in the past for cruises Book online ?. airline flights Book on the phone ?
Have you ever used Traveler Checks ?. long ago
Just for Fun:
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your
"go to" meal solution ? . Pizza
Today is:
National Strawberry Sundae Day
Ice Cream Cone Day. wafer cone please
Macaroni Day
Comic Book Day
Tell the Truth Day
Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day
Traveler Check Day
What was the last "bet" you made with a friend or family member ?
Bonus Question:
What was your favorite Comic Book(s) while growing up ? The first comic I remember reading was Snoopy (Peanuts) but the ones I read the most were The Archies/Betty and Veronica/Richie Rich -- such a girl, I am!
Extra Credit Question:
Lets talk a little more about traveling
When planning a trip do you:
Book everything yourself ?
Use a travel Agent ?
Book online ?
Book on the phone ?
Have you ever used Traveler Checks ? Yes, and it can be tough to get some places to take them now. He tried to use them at a hotel in Atlanta once and the younger lady working had no clue what they were and refused to take them! We went to another hotel.
Just for Fun:
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your
"go to" meal solution ? We do "munchie night" - it's where you find whatever you want to snack on and fend for yourself. Cereal also works!
Word of the Day: futilitarian \fyoo-til-i-TAIR-ee-uhn\ , adjective;
1. Believing that human hopes are vain and unjustified
Today is:
National Strawberry Sundae Day I will just take my strawberries straight-up thanks.
Ice Cream Cone Day Chocolate please!
Macaroni Day Yummy!
Comic Book Day Been ages since I have read a comic book.
Tell the Truth Day It's the right thing to do!
Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day He lives too far away
Traveler Check Day They were nice!
When you just don't feel like cooking, what is your "go to" meal solution ? - Hmm... Let's see.. I go to an exquisite dining place, like Jack In The Box, Denny's.. or this place..
We have eaten at the Road Kill Cafe in Sturgis, SD. They have a very good breakfast buffet!
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I don't bet. 
I remember the commercials. 
