On Friday, January 19th I am having a birthday party at the 24. I am thinking it is going to be a pajama party. Wear whatever you want. I will actually be 30. I haven't figured out the details yet but just reserve some time in your schedule. Everyone is invited - accept Nick Matteliano, who keeps issuing threats to the estrip.org online community (e:news,935)
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01/10/2007 23:38 #37636
My Birthday PartyCategory: holiday
01/10/2007 21:50 #37633
I can't believe these scammersCategory: business
This is Yahoo President Jay Russell, I am sorry to announce that Yahoo has reached its maximum number of accounts two million. If you would like to keep your account for free send this to everyone on your list. This way we can know which accounts are being used and which accounts we can delete. Send this within 8 days and your account will remain free. Once again I am sincerely sorry that I have to do this. Please start sending. Jay Russell, Yahoo Management Renee: WHOEVER DOESN'T SEND THIS MESSAGE YOUR ACCOUNT WILL BE DEACTIVATED AND IT WILL COST $10.00 A MONTH TO USE IT! TO SEND 2 EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST, RIGHT CLICK ON YOUR GR
I makes me wonder if I should have just joined the darkside and been a scammer. The fact that I received this from someone on my userlist means that they fell for it. I am sure so many other people do to.
I wonder how much money all those nigerian bank scams make. Must be more lucrative than being a landlord.
mrdeadlier - 01/11/07 10:10
Remember we were talking about Cisco's "iPhone" a few weeks ago? Well, ... :::link:::
Remember we were talking about Cisco's "iPhone" a few weeks ago? Well, ... :::link:::
01/09/2007 18:33 #37615
I hated appleCategory: mobile
I generally do not like apple products but it's been over a year since I got my windows Mobile phone and they haven't improved significantly. Also my birthday is coming up and I need to decide on something before I get nothing. In comes the apple iPhone
I really hope I get this for my birthday. At first I will use wifi until I am finally free of sprint. Then I will have to rejoin cingular. I am kind of sad to move to cingular because sprint is so fast but their customer service sucks and I actually think I end up paying more with them.
The other advantage of having a cingular connection is that it will enable all of my old devices to work again as you can switch sim cards. The htought of having a real mobile browser that renders liek safari make me so freakin' excited. It is like the web on my phone. Not the pocket IE crappy version of the web on my phone. This may actually revolution mobile internet. Not just because it is an apple browser, but because it will be hyped up so much.
The one thing I am not sure baout is if I am ready to give up my qwerty keyboard. I did this once before and i hated that withe the nokia 7710.
the real problem is that it is not for sale yet and has this warning on the apple site.:
This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.
I really hope I get this for my birthday. At first I will use wifi until I am finally free of sprint. Then I will have to rejoin cingular. I am kind of sad to move to cingular because sprint is so fast but their customer service sucks and I actually think I end up paying more with them.
The other advantage of having a cingular connection is that it will enable all of my old devices to work again as you can switch sim cards. The htought of having a real mobile browser that renders liek safari make me so freakin' excited. It is like the web on my phone. Not the pocket IE crappy version of the web on my phone. This may actually revolution mobile internet. Not just because it is an apple browser, but because it will be hyped up so much.
The one thing I am not sure baout is if I am ready to give up my qwerty keyboard. I did this once before and i hated that withe the nokia 7710.
the real problem is that it is not for sale yet and has this warning on the apple site.:
This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.
paul - 01/10/07 22:33
[22:30] lwist: but I love that it doesn't need a stylus
[22:31] lwist: although the touch keyboard has a delay
[22:31] lwist: that might drive me crazy
[22:31] lwist: and because the whole screen is touch sensitive
[22:31] lwist: it has to have a prioximity sensor
[22:31] paulsidekick: wow ebay is so crazy now
[22:31] paulsidekick: :::link:::
[22:31] lwist: so you don't accidentally write 'fuck you' with your ear
[22:31] lwist: whoa!
[22:31] paulsidekick: someone woudl really buy an email addrss
[22:31] paulsidekick: for $50
[22:32] paulsidekick: what what kind of delay
[22:32] lwist: well
[22:32] paulsidekick: is it bad
[22:32] lwist: just a latency from when you press and it types
[22:32] paulsidekick: rememebr my nokia was touch screen keyboard only
[22:32] lwist: it's hard to say with a demo
[22:30] lwist: but I love that it doesn't need a stylus
[22:31] lwist: although the touch keyboard has a delay
[22:31] lwist: that might drive me crazy
[22:31] lwist: and because the whole screen is touch sensitive
[22:31] lwist: it has to have a prioximity sensor
[22:31] paulsidekick: wow ebay is so crazy now
[22:31] paulsidekick: :::link:::
[22:31] lwist: so you don't accidentally write 'fuck you' with your ear
[22:31] lwist: whoa!
[22:31] paulsidekick: someone woudl really buy an email addrss
[22:31] paulsidekick: for $50
[22:32] paulsidekick: what what kind of delay
[22:32] lwist: well
[22:32] paulsidekick: is it bad
[22:32] lwist: just a latency from when you press and it types
[22:32] paulsidekick: rememebr my nokia was touch screen keyboard only
[22:32] lwist: it's hard to say with a demo
jenks - 01/10/07 13:05
Man, did no one even read my post? I have links and all that... ;) But yeah, it's not coming out til june. :( But basically they had to announce it now b/c they're applying for the FCC approval- which I guess makes the info public, and they wanted to be the ones to announce it in typical apple fanfare style, rather than have it leak out.
I wish it had a bigger HD. They were hyping this widescreen video ipod... I was holding off on replacing my 60gb that was stolen... and as much as I want this phone, it's more like a nano- can't replace my big ipod. Oh well. I have 6mo to decide if I'm willing to spend the money anyway. Guess I need a new ipod in the meantime, then.
Appletv on the other hand- lame. (and for me to criticize an apple product- wow!). My bro-in-law has been waiting for this thing to come out for months. But it ONLY plays stuff from itunes, as far as I can tell. And does anyone have enough video bought of itunes that they're willing to spend $300 to connect it to their tv? (when you can just connect your video ipod to the tv in the meantime?) If it would stream ANY video, that would be a different story. But I guess they want to support the itunes store... I'm sure someone will hack it though.
Man, did no one even read my post? I have links and all that... ;) But yeah, it's not coming out til june. :( But basically they had to announce it now b/c they're applying for the FCC approval- which I guess makes the info public, and they wanted to be the ones to announce it in typical apple fanfare style, rather than have it leak out.
I wish it had a bigger HD. They were hyping this widescreen video ipod... I was holding off on replacing my 60gb that was stolen... and as much as I want this phone, it's more like a nano- can't replace my big ipod. Oh well. I have 6mo to decide if I'm willing to spend the money anyway. Guess I need a new ipod in the meantime, then.
Appletv on the other hand- lame. (and for me to criticize an apple product- wow!). My bro-in-law has been waiting for this thing to come out for months. But it ONLY plays stuff from itunes, as far as I can tell. And does anyone have enough video bought of itunes that they're willing to spend $300 to connect it to their tv? (when you can just connect your video ipod to the tv in the meantime?) If it would stream ANY video, that would be a different story. But I guess they want to support the itunes store... I'm sure someone will hack it though.
paul - 01/10/07 12:38
Wow, that is so lame. Why even demo a product that isn't going to be out for 6 months. Now this is freakin ridiculou. I want a wii and an iphone. I am totally willing to purchase either and yet there are none to be purchased. By the time the iphone comes out in june the is a good chance I will want something else and they will have missed their mark. Same with the wii. By the time one is available I might not even want one anymore.
Wow, that is so lame. Why even demo a product that isn't going to be out for 6 months. Now this is freakin ridiculou. I want a wii and an iphone. I am totally willing to purchase either and yet there are none to be purchased. By the time the iphone comes out in june the is a good chance I will want something else and they will have missed their mark. Same with the wii. By the time one is available I might not even want one anymore.
joshua - 01/10/07 10:54
The phone will allegedly be available in June.
Having been a Windows (or linux/unix) user all my life I have to admit that the new computers Apple haved released over the past few years have looked amazing to me.
Of course, when it comes down to the nitty gritty, I'll end up just buying parts and having (e:jason) put a box together for me anyway... we are sticklers for having the right hardware. Speaking of - (e:jason) wants to build a new computer using one of the new Intel Dual Core jobbies.
Apple had many technical problems during the development of the iPhone that I was reading about - it appears as if they solved them. Apple's hallmarks are in simplicity and beauty combined into one product.
The phone will fit the bill, and for those of you who may be critical of the price, also think of it this way - with a 4 or 8 gig disk in the iPhone and the iTunes capability you are going to effectively end up with an iPod Nano/Phone hybrid... in those terms $500 seems somewhat reasonable.
The phone will allegedly be available in June.
Having been a Windows (or linux/unix) user all my life I have to admit that the new computers Apple haved released over the past few years have looked amazing to me.
Of course, when it comes down to the nitty gritty, I'll end up just buying parts and having (e:jason) put a box together for me anyway... we are sticklers for having the right hardware. Speaking of - (e:jason) wants to build a new computer using one of the new Intel Dual Core jobbies.
Apple had many technical problems during the development of the iPhone that I was reading about - it appears as if they solved them. Apple's hallmarks are in simplicity and beauty combined into one product.
The phone will fit the bill, and for those of you who may be critical of the price, also think of it this way - with a 4 or 8 gig disk in the iPhone and the iTunes capability you are going to effectively end up with an iPod Nano/Phone hybrid... in those terms $500 seems somewhat reasonable.
imk2 - 01/10/07 08:43
there is no way i could ever justify spending 500 dollars on a phone. AND it doesn't have a keyboard? so they're going to do a touch screen keyboard? i can't imagine how effective that'll be and i wonder what the insurance will cost per month for a $500 price tag, and just like with other apple products the price is NOT going to go down over time, which sucks ass.
there is no way i could ever justify spending 500 dollars on a phone. AND it doesn't have a keyboard? so they're going to do a touch screen keyboard? i can't imagine how effective that'll be and i wonder what the insurance will cost per month for a $500 price tag, and just like with other apple products the price is NOT going to go down over time, which sucks ass.
paul - 01/09/07 22:49
I depends on what service you are paying for. I had cingular the year before last and used their edge service with my Nokia 7710. It was able to stream video and music without much problem. I got around 200k/sec. That service costs around $44/month + phone service.
I depends on what service you are paying for. I had cingular the year before last and used their edge service with my Nokia 7710. It was able to stream video and music without much problem. I got around 200k/sec. That service costs around $44/month + phone service.
zobar - 01/09/07 22:24
I bet you're going to get a lot of questions about this one ...
Mostly I'm concerned about whether it will be practical to have one in this area. Cingular's casual data service [ie, what I get when I push the wrong button on my phone] is fantastically awful, at least for me. It's too slow to even be able to pretend that the 'wireless web' is usable; I can't imagine what it would be like to try browsing the Real Web with it while polling IMAP in the background.
- Z
I bet you're going to get a lot of questions about this one ...
Mostly I'm concerned about whether it will be practical to have one in this area. Cingular's casual data service [ie, what I get when I push the wrong button on my phone] is fantastically awful, at least for me. It's too slow to even be able to pretend that the 'wireless web' is usable; I can't imagine what it would be like to try browsing the Real Web with it while polling IMAP in the background.
- Z
jenks - 01/09/07 20:13
yeah. I want one. bad. (and I will buy all the apple stuff that vycious won't, and he can have all the windows crap that I boycott ;) )
yeah. I want one. bad. (and I will buy all the apple stuff that vycious won't, and he can have all the windows crap that I boycott ;) )
vycious - 01/09/07 18:55
it looks neat, but i hate apple on sheer premise. after owning my 1 apple product, i can say i will never buy apple again. ever. i would rather cut off my gaming thumbs than to give money to that company again. if you know me, that means a bit.
but i can see where you stand regarding the rest of the situation- allowing the use of all your other devices. that, however, IS a good selling point. for you.
it looks neat, but i hate apple on sheer premise. after owning my 1 apple product, i can say i will never buy apple again. ever. i would rather cut off my gaming thumbs than to give money to that company again. if you know me, that means a bit.
but i can see where you stand regarding the rest of the situation- allowing the use of all your other devices. that, however, IS a good selling point. for you.
01/09/2007 01:08 #37599
Trip To WegmansCategory: food
Went on a quick shopping trip to wegmans. They now have a diaper chaging station in the men's room. This is not to weird in itself but what is weird is that they supply the diapers in like 10 different sizes.
They sell pomegranite seeds. Seems like everything is getting more convenient these days.
I think this is ridiculous. I mean who is going to pay almost $2.00 for a half of a tiny apple cut up. I know I wouldn't and what a waste of plastic.
I bought crab meat and at it with yummy lemon butter sauce. I figure got to hurry up and eat it all before there is no more seafood in the ocean.
It probably will not help my strange high blood pressure. The second number just keeps climbing up and it seems to be in the high blood range now. I am, however, on astragalus today for my lungs and I think it raises your blood pressure. Will I die if both numbers are the same? Jenks, anyone?
They sell pomegranite seeds. Seems like everything is getting more convenient these days.
I think this is ridiculous. I mean who is going to pay almost $2.00 for a half of a tiny apple cut up. I know I wouldn't and what a waste of plastic.
I bought crab meat and at it with yummy lemon butter sauce. I figure got to hurry up and eat it all before there is no more seafood in the ocean.
It probably will not help my strange high blood pressure. The second number just keeps climbing up and it seems to be in the high blood range now. I am, however, on astragalus today for my lungs and I think it raises your blood pressure. Will I die if both numbers are the same? Jenks, anyone?
paul - 01/09/07 10:00
I know thats why I track them twisted. At first I thought it was the astragalus but then I read, "Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years to promote the discharge of urine, lower blood pressure, and increase endurance." So great I was on a blood pressure reducing herb when I got that reading.
I know thats why I track them twisted. At first I thought it was the astragalus but then I read, "Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years to promote the discharge of urine, lower blood pressure, and increase endurance." So great I was on a blood pressure reducing herb when I got that reading.
kara - 01/09/07 08:22
Oh how I love Weggies.
Oh how I love Weggies.
jenks - 01/09/07 05:28
Funny, I put a pomegranate in my salad last night and was thinking "what a pain in the ass, I wish I could buy it already opened up."
I wouldn't worry about the BP. The bottom number (diastolic) being VERY high is not great, but 91 is no big deal. (And they can't ever be the same. Won't happen.) :)
Funny, I put a pomegranate in my salad last night and was thinking "what a pain in the ass, I wish I could buy it already opened up."
I wouldn't worry about the BP. The bottom number (diastolic) being VERY high is not great, but 91 is no big deal. (And they can't ever be the same. Won't happen.) :)
01/08/2007 13:00 #37587
The Braces ScamCategory: health
I ended up going to the orthodontist Dr. MacDonald over on sheridan dr near elmwood today because Dr. McClurr over on West Utica said I needed braces when I went to him for a checkup two weeks ago.
The whole morning started out bad because the car was broken and at the shop. I ended up taking a cab which costs $20 one way. I guess I really should have taken the bus, as I am right now on the way home. It is snowing like crazy by the way.
Did you know the bus doesn't give change. How hard would it be to implement that?
So back to the orthodontist. What a waste of my freakin day. They pretty much just wanted to do cosmetic work on the teeth. My insurance won't cover it because its medically unnecessary and because I am over 19. So the real question is why did the dentist send me here if its not medically necessary?
I feel like I got caught up in some sort of referal scam.
Look at my photographs and what they are talking about changing. It is all cosmetic and costs an astounding $4200.
I am so angry right now. I fucking hate doctors and their stupid scams.
He said my tooth grinding and clenching is probably caused from job stress.
The whole morning started out bad because the car was broken and at the shop. I ended up taking a cab which costs $20 one way. I guess I really should have taken the bus, as I am right now on the way home. It is snowing like crazy by the way.
Did you know the bus doesn't give change. How hard would it be to implement that?
So back to the orthodontist. What a waste of my freakin day. They pretty much just wanted to do cosmetic work on the teeth. My insurance won't cover it because its medically unnecessary and because I am over 19. So the real question is why did the dentist send me here if its not medically necessary?
I feel like I got caught up in some sort of referal scam.
Look at my photographs and what they are talking about changing. It is all cosmetic and costs an astounding $4200.
I am so angry right now. I fucking hate doctors and their stupid scams.
He said my tooth grinding and clenching is probably caused from job stress.
imk2 - 01/09/07 18:34
holy crap! i thought those pictures were from high school or something! what did you do?!?!?!
holy crap! i thought those pictures were from high school or something! what did you do?!?!?!
mike - 01/09/07 00:04
this is commenting on the wrong post but I don't feel like going farther back...I talked to Kimya, they won't be in upstate til the end of february and are booked through the end of january. Maybe another party then?
this is commenting on the wrong post but I don't feel like going farther back...I talked to Kimya, they won't be in upstate til the end of february and are booked through the end of january. Maybe another party then?
chico - 01/08/07 19:41
Apparently the Doctor's Nightguard :::link::: is a good product to prevent further teeth damage from grinding. I tried it and couldn't achieve a good fit, but maybe that's just me. At about $25 it certainly costs a lot less than a custom-fitted mouthguard for nighttime.
I wish there was an easy fix for grinding, but I think that getting regular, ample sleep and avoiding caffeine and other stimulants before bed are important, as is developing some sort of routine that allows you to relax and banish thoughts of work, mortgage, legal issues, family spats, etc. before hitting the rack.
Finally, your teeth don't look so bad to me. Those recommended braces are definitely cosmetic.
Apparently the Doctor's Nightguard :::link::: is a good product to prevent further teeth damage from grinding. I tried it and couldn't achieve a good fit, but maybe that's just me. At about $25 it certainly costs a lot less than a custom-fitted mouthguard for nighttime.
I wish there was an easy fix for grinding, but I think that getting regular, ample sleep and avoiding caffeine and other stimulants before bed are important, as is developing some sort of routine that allows you to relax and banish thoughts of work, mortgage, legal issues, family spats, etc. before hitting the rack.
Finally, your teeth don't look so bad to me. Those recommended braces are definitely cosmetic.
jenks - 01/08/07 17:10
When is that picture from? You look so young!
When is that picture from? You look so young!
In case I forget to say itHappy Early Birthday. I plan on being there with my camera. I will admit no Pajamas for me for two reasons 1. I don't have any. 2. If i did walking there and home in Pajamas wouldn't be to good. What would be kinda funny to do (but way to much effort) would be to get a huge pink Bunny set like in a christmas story.
what is the 24?
misspelling- except, not accept.