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This morning, just for giggles, I listed the Scout on Craigslist with a link
to my website with current pictures. I carefully and fully explained that I
was selling it "as is" and that it had not been run for over two years.
(gave a short history of the boat). I priced it accordingly. I figured if
there were no takers, I'd get the boat detailed, buy new batteries, get the
engine serviced, etc. .... whatever it needed and then sell it, obviously
at a higher price.

Within 15 minutes my email inbox was filling with responses to the listing.
Most obviously had not bothered to read the description because they were
asking a million questions that I had already answered. One guy however had
obviously read it, is familiar with the Scout brand, recognized it was a
good deal and bought it sight unseen. Took less than an hour following the
listing. People must go to work and read Craigslist all morning at the
office. Anyway, he's coming by later this afternoon to pick it up.
Meanwhile, I had to delete the listing on Craigslist because my inbox was
dinging about once or twice a minute. Lotsa boat buyers out there right
now.

I can't believe some of the other responses. Many wanted to see the boat in
the water, go for a ride, (even though I had explained that it wasn't even
registered) and a couple asked if the price was "negotiable". I had
priced it at approximately one half of its current market value. Everyone
wants a "deal".

Ok. Now the fleet is down to two boats. Now to get rid of some cars so I
have room for some more stuff. I drive myself crazy.

Eisboch

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"Eisboch" wrote in message
. ..
This morning, just for giggles, I listed the Scout on Craigslist with a
link to my website with current pictures. I carefully and fully explained
that I was selling it "as is" and that it had not been run for over two
years. (gave a short history of the boat). I priced it accordingly. I
figured if there were no takers, I'd get the boat detailed, buy new
batteries, get the engine serviced, etc. .... whatever it needed and then
sell it, obviously at a higher price.

Within 15 minutes my email inbox was filling with responses to the
listing. Most obviously had not bothered to read the description because
they were asking a million questions that I had already answered. One guy
however had obviously read it, is familiar with the Scout brand,
recognized it was a good deal and bought it sight unseen. Took less than
an hour following the listing. People must go to work and read Craigslist
all morning at the office. Anyway, he's coming by later this afternoon to
pick it up. Meanwhile, I had to delete the listing on Craigslist because
my inbox was dinging about once or twice a minute. Lotsa boat buyers out
there right now.

I can't believe some of the other responses. Many wanted to see the boat
in the water, go for a ride, (even though I had explained that it wasn't
even registered) and a couple asked if the price was "negotiable". I
had priced it at approximately one half of its current market value.
Everyone wants a "deal".

Ok. Now the fleet is down to two boats. Now to get rid of some cars so I
have room for some more stuff. I drive myself crazy.

Eisboch




Congratulations! Craigslist is a pretty impressive internet selling
tool............especially since it's free. ;-)

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"JimH" wrote in message
...


Congratulations! Craigslist is a pretty impressive internet selling
tool............especially since it's free. ;-)


It really is. I've purchased two classic cars that were listed on it and
have sold a motorcycle and now the boat on it. It works and is easy to use.

Eisboch

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"John H." wrote in message
...


Before you sell all the autos, let us know what's happening!
--


Go to the website and take your pick. (The General Lee is gone).

http://www.eisboch.com/

Eisboch

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"Eisboch" wrote in message
...

"John H." wrote in message
...


Before you sell all the autos, let us know what's happening!
--


Go to the website and take your pick. (The General Lee is gone).

http://www.eisboch.com/

Eisboch


Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that '55
Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high school
crowd.

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"Don White" wrote in message
...



Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that '55
Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high
school crowd.


That truck is a blast to run around in. It really ****ed me off when I
caught the door on a tree while backing it up a few weeks ago. Oh well ...
something else to fix.

Eisboch

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On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:06:49 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

This morning, just for giggles, I listed the Scout on Craigslist with a link
to my website with current pictures. I carefully and fully explained that I
was selling it "as is" and that it had not been run for over two years.
(gave a short history of the boat). I priced it accordingly. I figured if
there were no takers, I'd get the boat detailed, buy new batteries, get the
engine serviced, etc. .... whatever it needed and then sell it, obviously
at a higher price.

Within 15 minutes my email inbox was filling with responses to the listing.
Most obviously had not bothered to read the description because they were
asking a million questions that I had already answered. One guy however had
obviously read it, is familiar with the Scout brand, recognized it was a
good deal and bought it sight unseen. Took less than an hour following the
listing. People must go to work and read Craigslist all morning at the
office. Anyway, he's coming by later this afternoon to pick it up.
Meanwhile, I had to delete the listing on Craigslist because my inbox was
dinging about once or twice a minute. Lotsa boat buyers out there right
now.

I can't believe some of the other responses. Many wanted to see the boat in
the water, go for a ride, (even though I had explained that it wasn't even
registered) and a couple asked if the price was "negotiable". I had
priced it at approximately one half of its current market value. Everyone
wants a "deal".

Ok. Now the fleet is down to two boats. Now to get rid of some cars so I
have room for some more stuff. I drive myself crazy.

Eisboch



Congratulations! I wish I were living down in North Carolina already. I may
have bought it, although it's bigger than I want for a lake.

Before you sell all the autos, let us know what's happening!
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

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"John H." wrote in message
...


The RV is missing!


It is?!

Lemmie check ......


Nope, not missing. It's still out there.

Eisboch

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"Eisboch" wrote in message
...

"John H." wrote in message
...


Before you sell all the autos, let us know what's happening!
--


Go to the website and take your pick. (The General Lee is gone).

http://www.eisboch.com/

Eisboch


Nice website. Beautiful collection of cars. You really are a gearhead.

Tell your wife that she has done a terrific job on the landscaping,
especially at the pool area.

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Eisboch wrote:
This morning, just for giggles, I listed the Scout on Craigslist with a link
to my website with current pictures. I carefully and fully explained that I
was selling it "as is" and that it had not been run for over two years.
(gave a short history of the boat). I priced it accordingly. I figured if
there were no takers, I'd get the boat detailed, buy new batteries, get the
engine serviced, etc. .... whatever it needed and then sell it, obviously
at a higher price.

Within 15 minutes my email inbox was filling with responses to the listing.
Most obviously had not bothered to read the description because they were
asking a million questions that I had already answered. One guy however had
obviously read it, is familiar with the Scout brand, recognized it was a
good deal and bought it sight unseen. Took less than an hour following the
listing. People must go to work and read Craigslist all morning at the
office. Anyway, he's coming by later this afternoon to pick it up.
Meanwhile, I had to delete the listing on Craigslist because my inbox was
dinging about once or twice a minute. Lotsa boat buyers out there right
now.

I can't believe some of the other responses. Many wanted to see the boat in
the water, go for a ride, (even though I had explained that it wasn't even
registered) and a couple asked if the price was "negotiable". I had
priced it at approximately one half of its current market value. Everyone
wants a "deal".

Ok. Now the fleet is down to two boats. Now to get rid of some cars so I
have room for some more stuff. I drive myself crazy.

Eisboch



Ahh...now you can buy my Parker and get rid of that gas-guzzling tub
that never leaves the dock!

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On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:34:50 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:


"John H." wrote in message
.. .


Before you sell all the autos, let us know what's happening!
--


Go to the website and take your pick. (The General Lee is gone).

http://www.eisboch.com/

Eisboch


The RV is missing!
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

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On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 20:01:21 GMT, "Don White"
wrote:


"Eisboch" wrote in message
...

"John H." wrote in message
...


Before you sell all the autos, let us know what's happening!
--


Go to the website and take your pick. (The General Lee is gone).

http://www.eisboch.com/

Eisboch


Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that '55
Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high school
crowd.


Don, when you can't bother to watch more than 7 minutes of a documentary,
how can you claim to know *anything* of my mindset.

Go he http://www.c-span.org/ , and click on the link to:

Former V.P. Al Gore at Senate Environment & Public Works Cmte. Climate
Change Hearing (3/21/2007)

I found it very interesting.
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

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"Harry Krause" wrote in message
...


Ahh...now you can buy my Parker and get rid of that gas-guzzling tub that
never leaves the dock!


That "tub" has never guzzled even a drop of gas.

Eisboch

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"Eisboch" wrote in message
. ..

"Don White" wrote in message
...



Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that
'55 Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high
school crowd.


That truck is a blast to run around in. It really ****ed me off when I
caught the door on a tree while backing it up a few weeks ago. Oh well
... something else to fix.

Eisboch

Almost the same damage happened to my mini-van a few years ago. I was up at
our Costco in an open area (industrial park) and paked pointing away from
the wind. When I opened my door, a strong gust took it and slammed it open
damaging both door and driver side fender. I had to travel 250 miles to a
funeral so I forced the door open numerous times and made the damage worse.
I had to pay the first *%$^ $500.00 to have it fixed.

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"Don White" wrote in message
...



Almost the same damage happened to my mini-van a few years ago. I was up
at our Costco in an open area (industrial park) and paked pointing away
from the wind. When I opened my door, a strong gust took it and slammed it
open damaging both door and driver side fender. I had to travel 250 miles
to a funeral so I forced the door open numerous times and made the damage
worse. I had to pay the first *%$^ $500.00 to have it fixed.

Fortunately, they made very robust door hinges in 1955. They aren't
damaged, just misadjusted due to them sliding a little under the bolt heads.
It was too darn cold to play with it the day it happened, so I just put the
truck away until spring.

Eisboch

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Eisboch wrote:
"Harry Krause" wrote in message
...

Ahh...now you can buy my Parker and get rid of that gas-guzzling tub that
never leaves the dock!


That "tub" has never guzzled even a drop of gas.

Eisboch


You're right...diesel-guzzling tub that never leaves the dock.

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"John H." wrote in message
...


Karma. Don't be mean to people, and it'll improve.
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

Mean???? I try to help you for your own good. (and the good of the
newsgroup)

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I had a similar experience when I sold my last boat. Listed it on Craigs
list, and had at least 20 resonses in an hour. I went in order, and the
first guy who agreed to my asking price showed up with a wad of cash (the
boat was only $7500), that was magically a couple of hundred short when I
counted it. I guess he didn't think I'd count it?

The boat was already a deal at the asking price, and he asked if that was
good enough! I said, "Nope, and you've got a 1/2 hour to come back with the
balance." An hour later, I called the next guy on the list, told him the
deal fell thru, and he came by and bought it. Less than 24hrs from listing
to sale.

Gotta love Craigs list

--Mike

"Eisboch" wrote in message
. ..
This morning, just for giggles, I listed the Scout on Craigslist with a
link to my website with current pictures. I carefully and fully explained
that I was selling it "as is" and that it had not been run for over two
years. (gave a short history of the boat). I priced it accordingly. I
figured if there were no takers, I'd get the boat detailed, buy new
batteries, get the engine serviced, etc. .... whatever it needed and then
sell it, obviously at a higher price.

Within 15 minutes my email inbox was filling with responses to the
listing. Most obviously had not bothered to read the description because
they were asking a million questions that I had already answered. One guy
however had obviously read it, is familiar with the Scout brand,
recognized it was a good deal and bought it sight unseen. Took less than
an hour following the listing. People must go to work and read Craigslist
all morning at the office. Anyway, he's coming by later this afternoon to
pick it up. Meanwhile, I had to delete the listing on Craigslist because
my inbox was dinging about once or twice a minute. Lotsa boat buyers out
there right now.

I can't believe some of the other responses. Many wanted to see the boat
in the water, go for a ride, (even though I had explained that it wasn't
even registered) and a couple asked if the price was "negotiable". I
had priced it at approximately one half of its current market value.
Everyone wants a "deal".

Ok. Now the fleet is down to two boats. Now to get rid of some cars so I
have room for some more stuff. I drive myself crazy.

Eisboch

Sold the Scout
 

On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 23:29:04 GMT, "Mike" wrote:

The boat was already a deal at the asking price, and he asked if that was
good enough! I said, "Nope, and you've got a 1/2 hour to come back with the
balance." An hour later, I called the next guy on the list, told him the
deal fell thru, and he came by and bought it. Less than 24hrs from listing
to sale.

Gotta love Craigs list

Well, I gotta admit it - I trust you and Eisboch to tell it straight.

So I'm listing the Halman on Craigslist - Northshore and Boston.

We'll see what happens.

Sold the Scout
 

"Harry Krause" wrote in message
...

Eisboch wrote:

"Harry Krause" wrote in message
...

Ahh...now you can buy my Parker and get rid of that gas-guzzling tub
that never leaves the dock!


That "tub" has never guzzled even a drop of gas.

Eisboch
You're right...diesel-guzzling tub that never leaves the dock.


You never know. It might sneak off to destinations unknown if our busy
lives ever slow down.
But, in the meantime, it's a private summer retreat on the Cape, away from
the crowds and malls with real beds, real heads, a real galley and lots of
room. I still enjoy it.

As nice as the GB is, it's still not as comfortable as the Navigator. We'll
see what happens this summer.

Eisboch

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On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 19:43:07 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

You never know. It might sneak off to destinations unknown if our busy
lives ever slow down.

If you need a deck hand, let me know. :)

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"Don White" wrote in message
...

"John H." wrote in message
...


Karma. Don't be mean to people, and it'll improve.
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

Mean???? I try to help you for your own good. (and the good of the
newsgroup)



That is just his way to rub it in when you run into some bad luck.

What a nice guy he is.

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On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 22:51:43 GMT, "Don White"
wrote:


"Eisboch" wrote in message
...

"Don White" wrote in message
...



Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that
'55 Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high
school crowd.


That truck is a blast to run around in. It really ****ed me off when I
caught the door on a tree while backing it up a few weeks ago. Oh well
... something else to fix.

Eisboch

Almost the same damage happened to my mini-van a few years ago. I was up at
our Costco in an open area (industrial park) and paked pointing away from
the wind. When I opened my door, a strong gust took it and slammed it open
damaging both door and driver side fender. I had to travel 250 miles to a
funeral so I forced the door open numerous times and made the damage worse.
I had to pay the first *%$^ $500.00 to have it fixed.


Karma. Don't be mean to people, and it'll improve.
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

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Don White wrote:
"Eisboch" wrote in message
. ..
"Don White" wrote in message
...
Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that
'55 Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high
school crowd.

That truck is a blast to run around in. It really ****ed me off when I
caught the door on a tree while backing it up a few weeks ago. Oh well
... something else to fix.

Eisboch

Almost the same damage happened to my mini-van a few years ago. I was up at
our Costco in an open area (industrial park) and paked pointing away from
the wind. When I opened my door, a strong gust took it and slammed it open
damaging both door and driver side fender. I had to travel 250 miles to a
funeral so I forced the door open numerous times and made the damage worse.
I had to pay the first *%$^ $500.00 to have it fixed.



No free car insurance in CA?

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Good luck! We also sold some furniture that we bought when we had our first
kid. This was good stuff, not Taiwan junk, and it was immaculate 7 years and
one more kid later. Damn near got what we originally paid for the set.

--Mike

"Tom Francis" wrote in message
...
On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 23:29:04 GMT, "Mike" wrote:

The boat was already a deal at the asking price, and he asked if that was
good enough! I said, "Nope, and you've got a 1/2 hour to come back with
the
balance." An hour later, I called the next guy on the list, told him the
deal fell thru, and he came by and bought it. Less than 24hrs from listing
to sale.

Gotta love Craigs list

Well, I gotta admit it - I trust you and Eisboch to tell it straight.

So I'm listing the Halman on Craigslist - Northshore and Boston.

We'll see what happens.

Sold the Scout
 

"Dan" wrote in message
.. .
Don White wrote:
"Eisboch" wrote in message
. ..
"Don White" wrote in message
...
Since JohnH is stuck in a 50's mindset regarding the environment, that
'55 Ford truck would be perfect for him.
It even has a Mustang engine to help him feel sporty around the high
school crowd.

That truck is a blast to run around in. It really ****ed me off when I
caught the door on a tree while backing it up a few weeks ago. Oh well
... something else to fix.

Eisboch

Almost the same damage happened to my mini-van a few years ago. I was up
at our Costco in an open area (industrial park) and paked pointing away
from the wind. When I opened my door, a strong gust took it and slammed
it open damaging both door and driver side fender. I had to travel 250
miles to a funeral so I forced the door open numerous times and made the
damage worse. I had to pay the first *%$^ $500.00 to have it fixed.

No free car insurance in CA?

Almost changed over to a govt run insurance program like they have in a
couple of provinces out west.
Our polticians sold us out to the insurance industry...for the right price I
assume.

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"Tom Francis" wrote in message
...
On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 23:29:04 GMT, "Mike" wrote:

The boat was already a deal at the asking price, and he asked if that was
good enough! I said, "Nope, and you've got a 1/2 hour to come back with
the
balance." An hour later, I called the next guy on the list, told him the
deal fell thru, and he came by and bought it. Less than 24hrs from listing
to sale.

Gotta love Craigs list

Well, I gotta admit it - I trust you and Eisboch to tell it straight.

So I'm listing the Halman on Craigslist - Northshore and Boston.

We'll see what happens.

With the price of fuel, that Halman should be the last boat you sell.

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"Tom Francis" wrote in message
...
On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 23:29:04 GMT, "Mike" wrote:

The boat was already a deal at the asking price, and he asked if that was
good enough! I said, "Nope, and you've got a 1/2 hour to come back with
the
balance." An hour later, I called the next guy on the list, told him the
deal fell thru, and he came by and bought it. Less than 24hrs from listing
to sale.

Gotta love Craigs list

Well, I gotta admit it - I trust you and Eisboch to tell it straight.

So I'm listing the Halman on Craigslist - Northshore and Boston.

We'll see what happens.

I will tell you what happens if you are selling anything that
is a decent deal--listed my old 9N Ford tractor last night at about 8 PM and
had 18 calls plus some emails by noon today. Gonna have to delete the
listing to get some peace.
Good luck! Dan

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On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 19:46:29 -0400, "JimH" wrote:


"Don White" wrote in message
...

"John H." wrote in message
...


Karma. Don't be mean to people, and it'll improve.
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

Mean???? I try to help you for your own good. (and the good of the
newsgroup)



That is just his way to rub it in when you run into some bad luck.

What a nice guy he is.


Humor? Sense thereof? Missing?
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

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"John H." wrote in message
...
On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 19:46:29 -0400, "JimH" wrote:


Humor? Sense thereof? Missing?
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H


Bull... you're watching too much Oprah..... Karma, The Secret',
whatever...........

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"John H." wrote in message
...


Two minutes of Oprah is too much!
--

Who's Oprah?

Eisboch

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On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:06:39 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

Who's Oprah?

Ask Mrs E.

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On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 17:02:33 GMT, "Don White"
wrote:


"John H." wrote in message
.. .
On Wed, 28 Mar 2007 19:46:29 -0400, "JimH" wrote:


Humor? Sense thereof? Missing?
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H


Bull... you're watching too much Oprah..... Karma, The Secret',
whatever...........


Two minutes of Oprah is too much!
--
***** Hope your day is better than decent! *****

John H

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"Wayne.B" wrote in message
...
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:06:39 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

Who's Oprah?

Ask Mrs E.


A horse?

Eisboch

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On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:01:29 -0400, "RCE" wrote:


"Wayne.B" wrote in message
.. .
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:06:39 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

Who's Oprah?

Ask Mrs E.


A horse?

Of course. :)

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"Short Wave Sportfishing" wrote in message
...
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:01:29 -0400, "RCE" wrote:


"Wayne.B" wrote in message
. ..
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:06:39 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

Who's Oprah?

Ask Mrs E.


A horse?

Of course. :)

Of course, of course.................
http://www.barbneal.com/wav/tvthemes/mr_ed.wav

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"JimH" wrote in message
...

"Short Wave Sportfishing" wrote in message
...
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:01:29 -0400, "RCE" wrote:


"Wayne.B" wrote in message
...
On Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:06:39 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

Who's Oprah?

Ask Mrs E.


A horse?

Of course. :)

Of course, of course.................
http://www.barbneal.com/wav/tvthemes/mr_ed.wav

Now, now--won't somebody think of the horses? They are just as smart, more
loyal and much less a PITA. Dan