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NW-Bound · 01-21-2009, 05:26 PM

Gutsy lady. I admire your courage. It can't be THAT scary to you.

citrine · 01-27-2009, 11:53 AM

Caught up on some calls.
Did laundry, dishes, cleaning, and put stuff away.
Have a meeting later at work and then an aa meeting.

Go back to work tomorrow....I love having four days off a week!

Goonie · 01-31-2009, 11:50 PM

I did today what I've been doing for the past couple of weeks....Enjoying Life!

I've taken some time off the 'net for the last couple of weeks, as I'd been spending waaaaay too much time surfin'.....and in doing so I've reconnected with several old friends, and have been spending some time with them. I've also been spending a lot of time pursuing my hobbies, and have gotten a lot of stuff accomplished that I wanted to get done.

I attended a couple of U of I Extension seminars, and have signed up for about a dozen more that are coming up. I've also purchased most of the seeds for this years gardens and containers, and have been getting my game plan together for the soon coming planting season!!! Now I'm getting things ready for my upcoming trip to Florida in less than 2 weeks! How time flies!!! As soon as I get back from there, I'll be starting flats of seeds for the garden.

And so, since I've spent too much time surfin', and not nearly enough time really living....I've decided that it's time to say "so long". This may well be my last post, so everyone take care, and live life to it's fullest! Life is too short....DON'T squander it away!!! Live Life!!!

So Long!!!

oma · 02-01-2009, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Goonie

I did today what I've been doing for the past couple of weeks....Enjoying Life!

I've taken some time off the 'net for the last couple of weeks, as I'd been spending waaaaay too much time surfin'.....and in doing so I've reconnected with several old friends, and have been spending some time with them. I've also been spending a lot of time pursuing my hobbies, and have gotten a lot of stuff accomplished that I wanted to get done.

I attended a couple of U of I Extension seminars, and have signed up for about a dozen more that are coming up. I've also purchased most of the seeds for this years gardens and containers, and have been getting my game plan together for the soon coming planting season!!! Now I'm getting things ready for my upcoming trip to Florida in less than 2 weeks! How time flies!!! As soon as I get back from there, I'll be starting flats of seeds for the garden.

And so, since I've spent too much time surfin', and not nearly enough time really living....I've decided that it's time to say "so long". This may well be my last post, so everyone take care, and live life to it's fullest! Life is too short....DON'T squander it away!!! Live Life!!!

So Long!!!

Outstanding post. I'm concerned about too much internet time during retirement, too -

Ronstar · 02-01-2009, 10:40 AM

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Life is too short....DON'T squander it away!!! Live Life!!!

Inspiring post! I was just thinking yesterday how I spend too much time online. Thanks for the good advice!

noworkethic · 02-01-2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Goonie

And so, since I've spent too much time surfin', and not nearly enough time really living....I've decided that it's time to say "so long".

Am I missing something? I've noticed more than one member who feels that this forum is an all or nothing proposition. Is there a reason that a person cannot, for example, read the posts here a couple times a week and post occasionally? Seriously, I feel that there is some underlying phenomenon of which I am unaware. Why is it necessary to say goodbye and not spend any time here at all? Is it a strategy to overcome addiction? An excuse to leave? What? I have noticed that some prolific posters must spend inordinate amounts of time here and I can understand why they might want to cut down. I don't understand saying goodbye and leaving entirely. Are occasional posters looked down upon? This is a serious inquiry and answers will be appreciated. BTW, Goonie, you are/were one of my favorite posters. Thanks for replies from you or anyone else.

bbbamI · 02-01-2009, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by noworkethic

Are occasional posters looked down upon? This is a serious inquiry and answers will be appreciated. BTW, Goonie, you are/were one of my favorite posters. Thanks for replies from you or anyone else.

IMHO, no.

As far as leaving and not coming back...well to each his/her own. My bp sometimes goes up in regards to some of the posts on this forum, however I find most posts informative, sincere and entertaining. I'm not an all or nothin' kind of woman...middle of the road suits me just fine.

Dawg52 · 02-01-2009, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by noworkethic

Am I missing something? I've noticed more than one member who feels that this forum is an all or nothing proposition. Is there a reason that a person cannot, for example, read the posts here a couple times a week and post occasionally?

I wonder the same. I check in most days, but I don't feel required to do so. Oh well, to each their own.

Today was a beautiful day. Went to mom's for lunch, then took the mutt out to the reservoir for a 2 mile walk. No golf today, took a nap after the walk. Watched the Super bowl tonight. A good one too.

NW-Bound · 02-01-2009, 05:09 PM

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So Long!!!

Oh noooo! Somebody must have pissed off Goonie. He's just too nice to say who. Come on. Who dunnit?

**CuppaJoe** · 02-01-2009, 08:14 PM

No way it can be goodbye, Goonie. If necessary, we will quote some of your cheerful posts. I'd love to see you post occasionally to let us know about your continuing story. If that triggers addiction, maybe PM someone to relay your news. Never say goodbye, please.

Rambler · 02-01-2009, 04:09 AM

Goonie, say it isn't so! At least pop in and let us know what you're up to from time to time. Regardless of what you decide, hope you enjoy life to the fullest!

R

**W2R** · 02-01-2009, 07:57 AM

Oh no! Goonie, don't go!! At least take ten minutes every few weeks to peek in and let us know how life is treating you.

Glad to hear your ER is turning out so nicely. You have given me a lot of hope for my upcoming retirement. I hope you experience the best life has to offer.

Moemg · 02-01-2009, 08:43 AM

Goonie , Just take a little break but do not leave . I enjoy hearing about all your travels .

Martha · 02-01-2009, 08:46 AM

Goonie, I know how it can be addicting to sit on the net and cruise around. Please, stop in once in a while and report on your adventures.

**REWahoo** · 02-01-2009, 08:51 AM

Goonie, didn't you spend your w*rking life at a sewer treatment plant? Yet you're unable/unwilling to hang around this place?

I'm not sure if we should view that as an insult or a compliment...