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Old 08-13-2012, 06:21 AM
 
Location: Henderson, NV
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Cloudy and 106 in the NV desert today. According to the forecast, we may even have a few showers and a thunderstorm .

Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle? Nope.

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself? I have an Android tablet that could be used as an e-reader, but I don't have wireless internet, so can't download books at home.

How about for someone else? Perhaps I'd buy one of the cheaper ones as a gift for a grandchild.

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did? Can't remember this happening.

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? Why yes I am!

Is anyone in your family left-handed? I'm the only one in a generation or two.

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath? Just a couple of days when I was hospitalized.

Happy Monday everyone!
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Old 08-13-2012, 06:30 AM
 
Location: Baltimore, MD
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Hello everyone,

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Good Monday morning, all, and welcome to another week! I hope your weekend was restful and fun, and that you are starting the week full of energy and enthusiasm.

And speaking of starting the week, thanks for stopping by the daily Question thread to start your week with:


Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle?

If so, what did you like about it?

What did you dislike about it?

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself?

How about for someone else?

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not?
No interest. None of my close friends has one.

Extra Credit Question:

Quote:
Originally Posted by MidwesternBookWorm View Post
When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did?

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding?
Can't think of anything.

Bonus Question:

Quote:
Originally Posted by MidwesternBookWorm View Post
It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw?

Is anyone in your family left-handed?
Only my nephew.

Just for Fun:

Quote:
Originally Posted by MidwesternBookWorm View Post
What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath?

Why did you wait so long between ablutions?
I take one everyday, sometimes twice a day. I never miss.

The longest time between showers in my recent memory is about 36 hours.

Have a great week, everyone!
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Old 08-13-2012, 06:47 AM
 
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Good Monday morning, all, and welcome to another week! I hope your weekend was restful and fun, and that you are starting the week full of energy and enthusiasm.

And speaking of starting the week, thanks for stopping by the daily Question thread to start your week with:


Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle? Nope.

If so, what did you like about it?

What did you dislike about it?

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself?

How about for someone else?

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not? I like the feeling of an actual book in my hands.


Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did? Childhood?

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding?


Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? No.

Is anyone in your family left-handed? Come to think of it, no.


Just for Fun:

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath? Two days, I think.

Why did you wait so long between ablutions? I was in boot camp; no choice.


Today in History:

1521 – Tenochtitlán (present-day Mexico City) falls to the forces of conquistador Hernán Cortés
1792 – King Louis XVI of France is arrested by the National Tribunal and is declared an enemy of the people
1868 – A massive earthquake near Arica, Peru causes an estimated 25,000 casualties, and the subsequent tsunami causes severe damage as far away as Hawaii and New Zealand
1913 – First production of stainless steel by Harry Brearley
1918 – Opha Mae Johnson becomes the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps
1942 – Maj. General Eugene Reybold authorizes construction of facilities that would house the “Development of Substitute Materials,” better known as the Manhattan Project
1961 – Construction begins on the Berlin Wall, splitting West Berlin off from East Berlin and surrounding East Germany
1964 – The last execution in the United Kingdom takes place, as Peter Allen and Gwynne Evans are hanged for murder
1969 – The Apollo 11 astronauts, the first to walk upon the moon’s surface, are released from a three-week quarantine and are feted with a ticker-tape parade in New York City and are awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Richard Nixon
2011 – The main stage at the Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis collapses during a severe storm, killing seven and injuring 45


Today’s Word:

Infundibuliform \ĭn fən dĭb yə lə fôrm\ adjective

Shaped like a funnel


Today Is:

Blame Someone Else Day
Trail Mix Day
International Left-Handers Day
National Filet Mignon Day

Now I want trail mix and filet mignon! Have an awesome day!
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Old 08-13-2012, 06:51 AM
 
Location: The Chatterdome in La La Land, CaliFUNia
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle? Nope

If so, what did you like about it?

What did you dislike about it? I'm concerned about the E-readers being too hard on the eyes

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself? Not unless I had no other options ... I prefer paperbacks

How about for someone else? Maybe

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not? I'm concerned about the E-readers being too hard on the eyes and I prefer paperbacks


Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did? I don't recall ... I don't keep track of these things ...

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding? Don't recall


Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? Right handed

Is anyone in your family left-handed? I don't think so


Just for Fun:

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath? I shower/bathe everyday .... Don't recall going without showering/bathing for more than one day ...

Why did you wait so long between ablutions? N/A
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Old 08-13-2012, 06:57 AM
 
Location: NW Indiana
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle? Nope.
Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself? Probably will in the future, when I have more time to read.
How about for someone else? Nope.
If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not? Not enough hours in a day for much recreational reading. Hopefully in another year or so things will slow down a bit.

Extra Credit Question:
When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did? Several months ago, at work, I was blamed for something I had nothing to do with.
Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding? Nope. The accuser still thinks I did it. It was not worth pursuing any further.

Bonus Question:
It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? Nope. I'm generally right-handed, though I do perform a few tasks left-handed.
Is anyone in your family left-handed? Nope.

Just for Fun:
What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath? Probably a few days when I was a little kid.
Why did you wait so long between ablutions? Haha - I was probably just lazy.

Today’s Word:
Infundibuliform \ĭn fən dĭb yə lə fôrm\ adjective
Shaped like a funnel
I guess most tornadoes are infundibuliform. Cool word!

Today Is:
Blame Someone Else Day I won't ever do that if it's not justified.
Trail Mix Day Yum!
International Left-Handers Day
National Filet Mignon Day I love this! Yum!

Happy Monday, kis!

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Old 08-13-2012, 07:10 AM
 
Location: Tennessee
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle?


No.

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself?

Yes. I've got books everywhere. Time to go for a space saver.

How about for someone else?

No.

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not?

Want a good one. Waiting for a model people don't complain about a lot. Concerned about a few things right now like privacy issues, breakability, highlighting by others on my books, etc..

Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did?


It must not have been that big of a deal or happened a long time ago because I can't think of anything (credit or blame) right now.

Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw?


Nope

Is anyone in your family left-handed?

Nope.
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Old 08-13-2012, 07:21 AM
 
Location: Tulsa, OK
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle?
NO

If so, what did you like about it?

What did you dislike about it?

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself?

How about for someone else?

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not?
I have never bought a book or checked one out of a library why would I spend money to get an electronic device that I would not use?


Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did?
Nothing in my recent memory.

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding?


Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw?
I'm ambidextrous

Is anyone in your family left-handed?
NO


Just for Fun:

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath?
A week

Why did you wait so long between ablutions?
I had a time, about 6 mos after Nancy died, that I did not want to do anything. I wandered through the house dirty and naked (getting dressed was too much work) like a hermit for about 2 mos. Thanks to good friends, a great pastor, a shrink and meds I'm OK now.


Today in History:

1521 – Tenochtitlán (present-day Mexico City) falls to the forces of conquistador Hernán Cortés
1792 – King Louis XVI of France is arrested by the National Tribunal and is declared an enemy of the people
1868 – A massive earthquake near Arica, Peru causes an estimated 25,000 casualties, and the subsequent tsunami causes severe damage as far away as Hawaii and New Zealand
1913 – First production of stainless steel by Harry Brearley
1918 – Opha Mae Johnson becomes the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps
1942 – Maj. General Eugene Reybold authorizes construction of facilities that would house the “Development of Substitute Materials,” better known as the Manhattan Project
1961 – Construction begins on the Berlin Wall, splitting West Berlin off from East Berlin and surrounding East Germany
1964 – The last execution in the United Kingdom takes place, as Peter Allen and Gwynne Evans are hanged for murder
1969 – The Apollo 11 astronauts, the first to walk upon the moon’s surface, are released from a three-week quarantine and are feted with a ticker-tape parade in New York City and are awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Richard Nixon
2011 – The main stage at the Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis collapses during a severe storm, killing seven and injuring 45


Today’s Word:

Infundibuliform \ĭn fən dĭb yə lə fôrm\ adjective

Shaped like a funnel
Dolly Parton?


Today Is:

Blame Someone Else Day
Trail Mix Day
International Left-Handers Day
National Filet Mignon Day[/quote]
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Old 08-13-2012, 07:34 AM
 
Location: SC Foothills
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle?
No never have

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself?
I don't think so

How about for someone else?
Yes if that's what they wanted

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not?
Not much of a reader


Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did?
That used to happen a lot when I was younger, and no one believed me. Now, not so much.

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding?
not usually


Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? Yes I am

Is anyone in your family left-handed? My Grandmother was but that's it


Just for Fun:

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath?
About a week

Why did you wait so long between ablutions?
Camping


Today Is:

Blame Someone Else Day...............
Trail Mix Day..................................love it!
International Left-Handers Day.......yay! a day for me!
National Filet Mignon Day...............mmmm yummy
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Old 08-13-2012, 07:36 AM
 
Location: Hermoso y tranquilo Panamá
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle? No. I use my laptop to read e-books.


If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not? I can use my laptop, so can't see spending money on something I don't need.


Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did? Back in high school - my history teacher accused me of talking in class and it was the one time it actually wasn't me

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding? Nope. He didn't want to hear it.


Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? Nope

Is anyone in your family left-handed?


Just for Fun:

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath? maybe 4 or 5 days.

Why did you wait so long between ablutions? I was camping out, though I would jump in the lake.

Today’s Word:

Infundibuliform \ĭn fən dĭb yə lə fôrm\ adjective

Shaped like a funnel


Today Is:

Blame Someone Else Day
National Filet Mignon Day I wish. Would love a good filet.


Have a great day everyone.
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Old 08-13-2012, 07:46 AM
 
Location: Limbo
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Today’s Question(s):

Have you ever used one of those e-readers like the Nook or the Kindle? Only at an electronics store. I have never owned one.

If so, what did you like about it? Small size.

What did you dislike about it? Limited in capability. Compared to what modern tablets can do, at least.

Would you (or did you) buy one for yourself? No. Maybe in the future, though.

How about for someone else? If they really wanted one.

If you haven’t ever used an e-reader, why not?


Extra Credit Question:

When was the last time you got the credit or the blame for something that someone else did? 2 weeks ago at work. I work as a baggage handler and a coworker of mine took the wrong luggage and somehow blamed it on me behind my back. But, that is how it works around here.

Were you able to set straight the misunderstanding? Not really. Mistakes aren't often punished, so no harm done to me.

Bonus Question:

It’s International Left-Handers Day! Are you a southpaw? Negative.

Is anyone in your family left-handed? Negative.


Just for Fun:

What is the longest time you’ve ever gone without taking a shower or bath? 4 days.

Why did you wait so long between ablutions? Remote islands in the Philippines have less than adequate bathing facilities.
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