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Hmmm... they should watch out. Janitors can be dangerous as the image below shows.

hmmmmmm...maybe she try a different place ...just saying

Buttsecks is a lot like apple pie: warm or cold it's always good and sometimes a little messy.

Am I the only one who finds #4 on that list as completely horrifying?

I really can't tell the difference between American and Canadian ketchup. I'm not saying there necessarily isn't one, but I certainly can't taste it. Maybe I don't eat a lot of ketchup?

I agree with Rob for the simple fact that 20 years ago, Deadpool, I'd side with you. But so much of what we do now is with technology that it's impossible to have a computer in front of you and not read the news online or do what I do during the day.

There are some days where I'm just too busy to be online. But as an employee who performs well, comes in early, stays late, and never takes a break or lunch, they don't seem to have a problem with any of us at work doing it.

Well, okay... I can see your point. However, reading the news online is a little different from posting on a message board or playing Flash games or talking on an instant messenger.

The reason I see a difference is because reading the news is a passive endeavor. At one time I'm sure it was common to bring a book or newspaper to the office with you. You can put a book or newspaper down at any time and it doesn't require much interaction.

Posting on a message board, playing Flash games or sending IMs all require a lot more attention and interaction. You reply to someone on a board or through an IM. That requires thought in order to act and react. Flash games obviously require even more attention.

Honestly, I don't really care what someone else does at work (unless I was paying them or somehow relied on them). My point is that I feel using work time for recreational activities poses a potential -- and very unnecessary -- risk toward the employee when he could simply wait until later.

My vent.... people who post topics, even in OT that include links that are not appropriate for work and do not label them as such. This is the second time that i'll be summoned to my boss' office because of this.

I agree that certain links should be labeled "NSFW" on message boards. However, you could also make the argument that you shouldn't be screwing around on a message board at work. Really, the issue here isn't whether or not something is marked "NSFW" but why someone is using their work computer and Internet connection for recreation.

Sounds like somebody needs to get a job

No, that isn't the issue DPX. I do my job, quite well I think and sometimes, I have downtime while i'm on the phone, or waiting for an application to run its course. Either way, I have time that I'm working and am able to read and post on here.

If you can multitask, then good for you.

Oh and by the way... I've had jobs in the past (finding one in Canada is nearly impossible thanks to the current economy and terrible work climate in Vancouver) and none of them allowed me to use their equipment and their time to visit sites that weren't work-related. They felt -- and rightly so -- than such activities could be done on my own time.

If I were an employer, I'd feel the same way. I wouldn't pay someone to post on a message board all day. If I ever found someone using work equipment and time inappropriately, I'd give them two warnings, after which I'd fire them. While on the job, you ONLY do your job. Recreational activities have no place at work.

Just so you know, when I write "you" here, I don't actually mean YOU. I'm referring to anyone.

My vent.... people who post topics, even in OT that include links that are not appropriate for work and do not label them as such. This is the second time that i'll be summoned to my boss' office because of this.

I agree that certain links should be labeled "NSFW" on message boards. However, you could also make the argument that you shouldn't be screwing around on a message board at work. Really, the issue here isn't whether or not something is marked "NSFW" but why someone is using their work computer and Internet connection for recreation.

Hmm... burger, huh? Wonder what makes the cheese, ketchup and "special sauce."

In honor of Sesame Street's birthday, I present to you all...

He makes under 10,000 a year so he's probably smells like hamburgers.

Yea I just said that.

What do you think is IN the burgers?

warts.

Better than what's in the clam chowder...

You really think that's her tho? If they arrested her wouldn't they find out she's there illegally?

Nah, she'd be fine. Since when has the U.S. actually done anything about illegals?

He makes under 10,000 a year so he's probably smells like hamburgers.

Yea I just said that.

What do you think is IN the burgers?

Silly Deadpool.

So long as those damn kids stop stealing my Trix, I'm happy.

Or maybe...

just maybe...

she's getting a speeding ticket right now on her way to work...

That reminds me... my wife and I were on our way to Horseshoe Bay and there was this a$$hole speeding and tailgating everyone -- include us. Out of nowhere, an RCMP car zooms after him and pulls the idiot over.

That was so great. Usually drivers like that get away with being jerks. Not this time!

Hey deadpool, when you imported your car in to Canada, did you have to have a provincial inspection done? Just wondering if the procedure is the same in BC as it is in Alberta.

I know I needed to get approval from AirCare. I do recall a federal inspection and I believe there was a provinvial inspection too. Passing it was easy: no tinted windows, daytime running lights, etc.

My husband wanted to make some really fancy thai dish...

But we're Canadian! You know no one is going to be making Canadian food because no one thinks Canada has anything to offer that's different. So I am going to offer it and show them.

You could always make some poutine...

because stores want to clean out their Christmas stock..

Okay, that's a good answer.

She said that like 20 posts ago!

I must've missed it.

i think australian accent is the second best accent ever

Agreed. Eddie Murphy's fake Cameroon accent is the best accent ever.

Trading Places was an awesome movie.

I wonder if a vasectomy might solve this. They might as well look into that option if they're going to adopt anyway.

To be fair, the situations that existed pre-1980 and now exist post-1980 are quite different in many ways. That doesn't mean either philosophy is "right" but instead acknowledges the times and circumstances were different. It's also a good idea to remember that many quotes are often taken out of context. Without knowing the entire background behind the quote (or even the full statement from where the quote was pulled) using it is fairly meaningless.

The US-Israeli relationship remains as strong as ever. Where it really matters.

http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/1127046.html

Last update - 05:30 10/11/2009

Most advanced, expensive fighter jet headed to Israel

By Amos Harel

Tags: Israel Air Force

The largest defense deal in Israeli history, for the purchase of the F-35 stealth fighter aircraft, is advancing, slowly but surely.

The rounds of talks among the defense establishment, the Pentagon and manufacturer Lockheed-Martin have significantly narrowed the gaps between the parties.

The United States is scheduled to respond next week to Israel's express request for 25 of the jets.

Jerusalem is to reach a final decision by early 2010, and there's a good chance a deal will be signed by the middle of the year.

Assuming Lockheed maintains its original production timetable the first fighters will be delivered in 2014.

Two years later, Israel will have its first operational squadron of F-35s, consisting of 25 fighter aircraft representing the cutting edge of U.S. technology (Israel's too, it is hoped), capable of any mission. Iran too?

Ready for Iran, if they stay still

Of course, assuming that Iran's nuclear installations are still waiting there by the time Israel has the appropriate aircraft.

Of course, this is one of the main questions surrounding the deal. When discussions began on the procurement of the F-35 it was clear that it was necessary if Israel was to have a response to the Iranian threat.

This is the main argument for buying the aircraft, especially in light of the fact that it now seems likely that Tehran will eventually the S-300 advanced air defense system from Russia, making stealth capability all the more important for Israeli fighters.

In the meantime, however, the timetables have diverged: Unless stopped, Iran's nuclear program may reach maturation within two years, but the delivery date for the F-35 is still far away. Some senior Israeli army officers are citing this in their call to delay the purchase.

They argue that it will use up most of the U.S. military aid to Israel without being on hand when needed.

They say urgent projects for the land forces should be advanced instead, and the remaining funds invested in the navy and in refurbishing older aircraft.

The Americans, in their discussions, raised two problems with this option: A delay would prevent Israeli defense industries from getting involved in the project at an early stage and earning money from the sale of systems incorporated into the F-35.

And if Israel delays its order then other countries will move up on the list for deliveries, and there will be no guarantee that it will receive delivery according to its timetable - even if that is in 2016. One concern is that by then other countries in the Middle East will also begin acquiring the aircraft.

Cutting the specialized Israeli suite

In the meantime, the Americans have eased their stance on Israel's request to include locally made electronics systems. A major issue in this would be the cost of the specialized "suite" Israel would like to develop for its order of F-35s.

This makes the aircraft more expensive, but much of the price also depends on the volume. For example, if the price of 25 aircraft, including many other components, comes to $130 million each, then an order of 75 may lower the per-unit price to $100 million.

The head of the Planning Directorate of the Israel Defense Forces, Maj. Gen. Amir Eshel, told Haaretz in September that in any event the cost of a single aircraft is expected to be much lower than $130 million, which he described as "exaggerated."

The decision on this acquisition is one of the most important for the budgets of both the state and the IDF, as well as the future shape of the military.

As in the past, it will be made by a limited group of people, with limited transparency, little control by civilians and without public debate.

The government has not really dealt with the issue and it is doubtful whether it will do so in the future.

These matters are usually agreed upon among the IDF chief of staff, the Israel Air Force commander, the defense minister and the director general of the defense ministry.

This is exactly the point. Obama wanted to make the Israelis do what he told them to. Netanyahu said, "No, thank you." Obama said, "Okay." If Obama had changed tried to punish the Israelis for ignoring him by meaningfully changing the militaristic relationship, that would have been something but he hasn't got what it takes to do that. Obama has realized that sometimes talking gets you nowhere. But he doesn't have the spine to do anything else.

Two points...

1. The U.S. can't order another country to do what it wants. It can try, of course, but the foreign country can easily tell the U.S. to " screw off." It's about as reasonable as expecting the U.S. to change/do whatever a different country wants as well.

2. For intents and purposes, Israel is America's "eyes and ears" in the Middle East. There are relatively few Middle Eastern countries which tolerate the United States, let alone like them and have a peaceful agreement with them. As much as Obama might like to tell Israel what to do, the country is too important to the U.S. right now (and most likely the future) due to the overall situation in the Middle East.

I got my compliance letter from Volkswagon Canada, and it was free as well. What's up with Ford charging $100?

EDIT:

Or BMW charging $500??? Yikes.

BMW (American or Canadian) charge a ton of money for anything they do, so attempting to rip me for $500 isn't all too unusual.

In terms of service and repair, I paid slightly over $2872 to replace a failing camshaft censor, install new rear brakes (the front brakes were fine) and fix the front bumper my wife somehow managed to damage and nearly tear off while I was away in Houston. I wasn't pleased when I returned.

That doesn't include the overall price of getting my car to Canada, importation costs and above all, the criminal amount Autoplan charges me (quite a bit over $3000 per year). Gas prices are also insane in BC, but that's the problem with living on the west coast: everything is more expensive.

My car has been a huge money sink, but without it, traveling anywhere would be a nightmare.

because stores want to clean out their Christmas stock..

Okay, that's a good answer.

True, you won't. It's definitely not for every one. I'm, sure there are lots of people out there that absolutely love it and more power to them.

And no offense at all, Deadpool, but just because a holiday was created in the Victorian era, it doesn't mean it has no relevance now. How many American holidays were created hundreds of years ago and still celebrated to this day, even if not in the exact same way celebrated when created? ####### for tat, my dear.

Yeah...Casimir Pulaski Day...

Who?

As far as Boxing Day is concerned, I suppose my real question is this: WHY are there sales AFTER the holidays? Sure, BD existed before it became a sales-infused day, but it simply doesn't make sense that you'd have a sale after the fact.

At least they didn't have kids. Yeah, I know they didn't stay married long enough for that (as if that really matters anymore...), but if they did have kids, she'd try to rob him blind with child support.

Word. Although, I think she would rob him blind regardless.

Actually, I just found this out...a month ago or so they were talking about he said he would consider getting back together with her if she met a few conditions.. (he's crazy but what can you do..) and one of them was getting off of stuff like facebook and myspace where she torments us! She said NO!

She never wanted to be married to him in the first place. There is just no love there.

Seems like she just wanted the attention and the "fairy tale wedding." Unfortunately, she got it but only after hurting everyone else in the process.