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Doug Kanter wrote:
Also at dinner tonight, my father demonstrate that he, like the others, will permit himself to hear nothing negative about his president. I wasn't in the mood to discuss politics, but he kept pressing to do so. He pointed out that I still have a job because of Nookular Boy. Being an equal opportunity aggravator, I reminded dad that our company's profits are getting hammered by the price of oil, and asked him if he thought that was a good thing, or a bad thing. Wrong question. The dinner went downhill from there. :-) As the saying goes, "It takes two to Tango". It's too bad everyone seems to think they have to win, when both parties can given a little effort. Maybe a course like http://www.bbll.com/ch22.html should be included in every high school and college curriculum. Eisboch |
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On Thu, 04 Nov 2004 05:27:48 -0500, Eisboch
wrote: Doug Kanter wrote: Also at dinner tonight, my father demonstrate that he, like the others, will permit himself to hear nothing negative about his president. I wasn't in the mood to discuss politics, but he kept pressing to do so. He pointed out that I still have a job because of Nookular Boy. Being an equal opportunity aggravator, I reminded dad that our company's profits are getting hammered by the price of oil, and asked him if he thought that was a good thing, or a bad thing. Wrong question. The dinner went downhill from there. :-) As the saying goes, "It takes two to Tango". It's too bad everyone seems to think they have to win, when both parties can given a little effort. Maybe a course like http://www.bbll.com/ch22.html should be included in every high school and college curriculum. You beat me to it!!!! I've always taken the approach that any discussion is a series of negotiable points. Once I can get a point of agreement, even if it's only to discuss things quietly and respectfully, it's a start and eventually, we can achieve some sort equilibrium and gain some knowledge of what the other individuals want out of the discussion. I'm living proof that it works - I lived in a house full of pinko commies (unfortunately all related to me) and still live with one. :) Later, Tom "Beware the one legged man in a butt kicking contest - he is there for a reason." Wun Hung Lo - date unknown |
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Short Wave Sportfishing wrote:
I'm living proof that it works - I lived in a house full of pinko commies (unfortunately all related to me) and still live with one. :) Later, Tom That's funny! I think I could deal with a pinko commie. Try a horse lover if you want a challenge. Eisboch |
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On Thu, 04 Nov 2004 07:19:06 -0500, Eisboch
wrote: Short Wave Sportfishing wrote: I'm living proof that it works - I lived in a house full of pinko commies (unfortunately all related to me) and still live with one. :) Later, Tom That's funny! I think I could deal with a pinko commie. Try a horse lover if you want a challenge. I've often wondered who is dumber - the horses or the people who own them. Later, Tom "Beware the one legged man in a butt kicking contest - he is there for a reason." Wun Hung Lo - date unknown |
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Short Wave Sportfishing wrote:
I've often wondered who is dumber - the horses or the people who own them. Later, Tom "Beware the one legged man in a butt kicking contest - he is there for a reason." Wun Hung Lo - date unknown Gotta be careful here. Mrs. Eisboch reads this NG once in a while. Eisboch |
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On Thu, 04 Nov 2004 11:32:28 -0500, Eisboch
wrote: Short Wave Sportfishing wrote: I've often wondered who is dumber - the horses or the people who own them. Gotta be careful here. Mrs. Eisboch reads this NG once in a while. Then I will amend. Horses or SOME of the people who own them. Later, Tom |
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On Thu, 04 Nov 2004 11:37:19 -0500, Harry Krause
wrote: Eisboch wrote: Short Wave Sportfishing wrote: I've often wondered who is dumber - the horses or the people who own them. Gotta be careful here. Mrs. Eisboch reads this NG once in a while. Horses are nice to rent at a nearby stable...for the half-day. I had a mule once - great animal. Later, Tom |
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Harry Krause wrote:
Horses are nice to rent at a nearby stable...for the half-day. I got brave a few months ago while Mrs. E. and I were having a cup of coffee and discussing future plans. I mentioned that after 34 years of marriage, raising three kids and being pretty much retired from work, we now had many options open to us. Her horses, I suggested, are really an anchor and limit our freedom to travel and explore new worlds. The discussion went downhill from there until, in frustration, I said, "So, I guess it's me or the horses, huh?" Mrs. E. suggested that I don't make her make that choice. End of discussion. There is, however, one benefit to her horse hobby. I can use it as leverage when I need a new gadget for the boat. Eisboch |
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On Thu, 04 Nov 2004 11:50:40 -0500, Eisboch
wrote: Harry Krause wrote: Horses are nice to rent at a nearby stable...for the half-day. I got brave a few months ago while Mrs. E. and I were having a cup of coffee and discussing future plans. I mentioned that after 34 years of marriage, raising three kids and being pretty much retired from work, we now had many options open to us. Her horses, I suggested, are really an anchor and limit our freedom to travel and explore new worlds. The discussion went downhill from there until, in frustration, I said, "So, I guess it's me or the horses, huh?" Mrs. E. suggested that I don't make her make that choice. End of discussion. There is, however, one benefit to her horse hobby. I can use it as leverage when I need a new gadget for the boat. LOL!! I do much the same, only it's redecorating and attending social events. As long as I do so, everything is fine. :) I still think I got the bad end of the deal though. My basic world view is that everybody is suspect until proven innocent, intelligent or acceptable. :) Later, Tom "Beware the one legged man in a butt kicking contest - he is there for a reason." Wun Hung Lo - date unknown |
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