Hello Sharonna(?)How are you doin....What amendments would you like to see to the constitutional?

Hello White hair...So true..my son asked me over Thanksgiving when I would consider myself "old"...my answer was " when I can no longer hop up into the green waste garbage bin to stomp down leaves, I will consider myself old..

Hey there ex....The 24th amendment claims the right to vote for the citizens of the U.S. for U.S elections...What state does not allow citizens to vote...and I don't buy the argument that voter i.d. laws constitute a "poll tax"...Aside from that, how thin...  moreHey there ex....The 24th amendment claims the right to vote for the citizens of the U.S. for U.S elections...What state does not allow citizens to vote...and I don't buy the argument that voter i.d. laws constitute a "poll tax"...Aside from that, how things going? A happy holiday season to ya brother  

Hello there DonIts been a while since I have been on this site, I thought I would check in and saw your reply on this thread. If memory serves, you describe yourself as an "unabashed" Atheist, I would use that same description for myself.While you present...  moreHello there DonIts been a while since I have been on this site, I thought I would check in and saw your reply on this thread. If memory serves, you describe yourself as an "unabashed" Atheist, I would use that same description for myself.While you present a well described list of costs, billions of people throughout history have been willing to pay for it because they were getting something out of it. For many it has been gaining a sense of superiority over those who don't adhere to their beliefs, for others it was for "forgiveness", or guidance or a sense of comfort, we know that first group have done evil things in the name of their God.I do not look at those seeking, and finding through their faith guidance and comfort in the same way as I look at a child holding a belief in the Easter bunny or Santa Claus.  Many scholars and academics have held a faith in the unproven God, many men and women of reason have 'believed'. I am an Atheist, I need no God. I am fine with my mortality. I take my comfort in...    less

Hello Kittygate.As with most situations, the circumstances would dictate the effects. A person of means that was experiencing a temporary condition in which complete recovery was a given and financials were such that it wouldn't be of worry would be effec...  moreHello Kittygate.As with most situations, the circumstances would dictate the effects. A person of means that was experiencing a temporary condition in which complete recovery was a given and financials were such that it wouldn't be of worry would be effected differently than one who has little means and inadequate insurances, one who might lose their home, their job, friends, or I should say acquaintances who lose touch because of the inconvenience to them.My experience is this. Years ago I suffered a very serious injury to my face and head. After a 13 hour surgery I was put into a medically induced coma. I stayed in that state for a little over a month. I then was in the NCCU (neural critical care unit) for another 3 weeks and then in then in the CCU unit for another couple of weeks. At the time I was insured through Kaiser, I was taken however to a hospital, not Kaiser .As soon as I was able to be moved I was transferred to a Kaiser Hospital which specialized in rehabilitation therapies where I stayed for...    less

Hello again Jonny GoatOh yeah, I have always ridden Japanese road bikes, all older, I ride an 83 nighthawk 700s and a 78 Kawi kz 750 now, mainly the nighthawk (in picture) because it handles better than the KZ.I do have a dream bucket list item that is fl...  moreHello again Jonny GoatOh yeah, I have always ridden Japanese road bikes, all older, I ride an 83 nighthawk 700s and a 78 Kawi kz 750 now, mainly the nighthawk (in picture) because it handles better than the KZ.I do have a dream bucket list item that is flying back to R.I., buying a nice  H.D cruiser and riding up through New England, after completing the "cliff walk" in Newport. Spending a week or so cruisin around in N.E., of course during "bike week" in Laconia, then cruise cross country back home in California..That trip is for after I retire, still have a couple of years left to get full retirement.What a great trip that would be.  less

Hello again Goatsey...nope, not the same as Arlo Guthrie's Fame, but it is a popular local hangout.On any given summer weekend there will be tons of bikers there, we have some of the best roads for riding....

Hello Element99Not here, but on Answerbag.Started off innocent enough, eventually we engaged in some flirting, which led to emails, which led to phone called, which led to trips cross country to meet in person, which led to her moving out here. We spent 3...  moreHello Element99Not here, but on Answerbag.Started off innocent enough, eventually we engaged in some flirting, which led to emails, which led to phone called, which led to trips cross country to meet in person, which led to her moving out here. We spent 3 years together. No regrets, it was a wonderful time, however we came to realize the fantasy was exactly that and parted ways. We have remained friends  

Hello GoatseyDuring the summer I do alot of riding, my favorite rides are down to big basin or out to the coast to my favorite little restaurant for a cup of chowder. I love tending to my property. I also like to go out to the valley to kayak the Stanisla...  moreHello GoatseyDuring the summer I do alot of riding, my favorite rides are down to big basin or out to the coast to my favorite little restaurant for a cup of chowder. I love tending to my property. I also like to go out to the valley to kayak the Stanislaus river. Every last weekend in July I host a weeks vacation for my family, brothers and sister and all our kids, about 20 of us, up near Tahoe, will be leaving Wednesday for this. Having a burger on the deck at Alice's restaurant.I try not to work these days during the summer months so I am free to enjoy leisure time  less

Hello there WelbyHope you are well, and I certainly hope you are still hittin' the keys.

Hello there Twinkle DinkWhen I was in elementary school, the junior high was located on the same block so at recess and lunch I would go to the junior high schools music room and sit behind the drum set they had, since there was no "set" at the elementary...  moreHello there Twinkle DinkWhen I was in elementary school, the junior high was located on the same block so at recess and lunch I would go to the junior high schools music room and sit behind the drum set they had, since there was no "set" at the elementary school but the music teacher, yes back then the elementary school had an orchestra, taught at both schools..  

Hello IshmaelIn most circumstances, I do not loan friends money.First of all, they never ask, my friends are my contemporaries and we have worked a lifetime time insure we never have to borrow 40 bucks.Sure, there are times when a friend may not have a wa...  moreHello IshmaelIn most circumstances, I do not loan friends money.First of all, they never ask, my friends are my contemporaries and we have worked a lifetime time insure we never have to borrow 40 bucks.Sure, there are times when a friend may not have a wallet on them and I may spot them a few bucks, but I know they are good for it and I won't have to ask for repayment.In your position I would just write of the 20 bucks and move on. I may council them in some money saving ideas but that's about it.  

Haha...can you bring a coffee..

I have posted pics of myself, as in my avatar and on a few questions here, I have revealed the town I live in as well, but that's as far as I will go, no real names and no real specifics as to where in my town I live..If by the very slim chance I ever run...  moreI have posted pics of myself, as in my avatar and on a few questions here, I have revealed the town I live in as well, but that's as far as I will go, no real names and no real specifics as to where in my town I live..If by the very slim chance I ever run into someone who recognizes me from my avatar, so be it..however I doubt anyone will search me out with what little I have revealed..  

Good morning RosieYes, I host a family vacation twice a year, we have one coming up in July. Last summer we had about 20 of us, brothers ,sister, my kids and all my niece's.I am the only one who had a boy so we always have a cabin full of girls( and their...  moreGood morning RosieYes, I host a family vacation twice a year, we have one coming up in July. Last summer we had about 20 of us, brothers ,sister, my kids and all my niece's.I am the only one who had a boy so we always have a cabin full of girls( and their boyfriends)When I was growing up my parents had a cabin up on the Donner Summit where we would back tonight every winter and summer.The cabin was lost when my parents divorced about 40 years ago. About 10 years ago I decided it was time for the family to make our way back to the lake so I rented a cabin and it was so wonderful to have us all together for a week I kept doing it, now the tradition my parents started so long ago now lives on with the next generations, and yes, I do take picturesThis us on this year's winter vacation(some of us anyway)  less

Hello RosieThe town in which I live has a population of about 5,700 people, so it is a small town.I love it here, the weather is beautiful, the people are friendly. Woodside keeps new building to a minimum,  new homes are built to replace existing st...  moreHello RosieThe town in which I live has a population of about 5,700 people, so it is a small town.I love it here, the weather is beautiful, the people are friendly. Woodside keeps new building to a minimum,  new homes are built to replace existing structures. Lots are large and there are no "tract" homes. The town is located in the middle of the San Francisco Bay area so it isn't a far to everything a larger city has, shopping, entertainment etc.I will never move from here, I can't think of anywhere else I would rather liveHave a great day  less

Hey DonI certainly hope the " Angel of darkness" is Not "upon you"

"can you live this fantasy life....City nightsSummer breezes makes you feel all rightNeon-lightsShining brightly make your brain ignite......Was it Aldo Nova

Hello RosieSomething that is a "one-off" ,means it is the only one produced.I am familiar with this term as it relates to cars.A "one-off" car is one that would be custom made and in most cases would have a ridiculously high price tag. Another exampl...  moreHello RosieSomething that is a "one-off" ,means it is the only one produced.I am familiar with this term as it relates to cars.A "one-off" car is one that would be custom made and in most cases would have a ridiculously high price tag. Another example would be a manufacturers "concept car", a car they only built one of to showcase new technologies and designs, several of these have ended up with private collectors and are worth a fortune...I would assume the phrase "one-off" could be used for other things, such as jewelry etc...  less

Joni Mitchell"Paved paradise and put up a parking lot"

Hey there SharonnaIf you lose in 2020, it will be BECAUSE of democracy..Democracy, as in a representative republican 

Hello there Randy DBasic civics my good man...The president presents an agenda at the beginning of the fiscal year, Congress then proposes laws and a budget that is to reflect that agenda to which the President will either sign or veto.  However, we ...  moreHello there Randy DBasic civics my good man...The president presents an agenda at the beginning of the fiscal year, Congress then proposes laws and a budget that is to reflect that agenda to which the President will either sign or veto.  However, we have been running on stop gaps and continuing resolutions for quiet a few years now, but it is still the president who accepts this way of spending..  

Completely agree, S.S. has been looted to the point that it is going to be gone within a short period of time, shame on them...Clinton was lucky to ride the dot-com wave, which brought a great deal of wealth to the government coffers.As far as wars go, th...  moreCompletely agree, S.S. has been looted to the point that it is going to be gone within a short period of time, shame on them...Clinton was lucky to ride the dot-com wave, which brought a great deal of wealth to the government coffers.As far as wars go, that isn't quite true, do you remember Serbia, Kosovo, Yugoslavia...Clinton did make a mess of those countries, the refugee crisis was horrible, 100's of thousands of Kosovans in Albania, the bombing of Serb civilians, the Danube being bombed and the destruction of all the bridges...it certainly wasn't prettyEdited for typos   less

With some help from social security and accounting, that is certainly correct...By the way, I would also take Clinton from the 90's....for the most part..

GM did pay the debt portion of that bail out, not with earning but rather with TARP ( troubled asset relief program) money which had been put into an escrow account should GM need it in the future, to avoid this GM agreed to turn over 60% of the company t...  moreGM did pay the debt portion of that bail out, not with earning but rather with TARP ( troubled asset relief program) money which had been put into an escrow account should GM need it in the future, to avoid this GM agreed to turn over 60% of the company to the government, so out of some 40 billion given to GM they only paid back 6 something billion to actual debt. Not as good a deal at it may seem...there is also the issue of the 2.5 billion in loans GM took from the union health care accounts, this was a 9% loan as compared to the 7% loan under TARP, which actually lost 100 billion of tax payer money...the union money has yet to be paid back...  less

Hello again Spunky SeniorPresident Clinton was impeached for, among the 11 charges of crime, lying to Congress while under oath, he also lost his license to practice law. While he was impeached for actual crimes, I never agreed with that whole thing.Our n...  moreHello again Spunky SeniorPresident Clinton was impeached for, among the 11 charges of crime, lying to Congress while under oath, he also lost his license to practice law. While he was impeached for actual crimes, I never agreed with that whole thing.Our national debt did increase 1.4 trillion dollars under Clinton to 5.6 trillion,.a modest amount. Then Bush and Obama exploded it.There was no surplus when Clinton left office in the national debt..  

Hello again Spunky Senior.I don't know which group will need a bailout, it seems every president bails somebody, or some entity out, whether it is the car companies, the banks, savings and loans, it is a long list..16 billion is pretty small compared to o...  moreHello again Spunky Senior.I don't know which group will need a bailout, it seems every president bails somebody, or some entity out, whether it is the car companies, the banks, savings and loans, it is a long list..16 billion is pretty small compared to other bailouts which have occurred in the past.I voted for Trump, however I do agree that some arguments can be made against him and where he has erred, I would stand next to you in protest, but we should be correct in our complaints...  

Hello Spunky SeniorAbout the national debt...Trump , although close, has not equalled what Obama added to the debt. President Obama added an average of 1.16 trillion per year, President Trump's has averaged 991 billion per year. so we have indeed seen a higher rate

Hello WakkoWhat is your cause of action and what judgement are you hoping for...Good luck...

It was a great show, they certainly went out on top. I have seen them.numorous times throughout the years and seeing their last show was the cherry on top.I do not think there is anyone alive that would draw me enough to do that again.

Hello JAIt's been years since I have been to a 'concert'. I have been to some smaller local venues to see shows, the last concert I went to was in 2015. I spent alot of money for that, but it would include traveling to Vegas, the hotel for the weekend, fo...  moreHello JAIt's been years since I have been to a 'concert'. I have been to some smaller local venues to see shows, the last concert I went to was in 2015. I spent alot of money for that, but it would include traveling to Vegas, the hotel for the weekend, food and entertainment, probably spent a grand . It was a very special concert for me, it was Rush on their last ever tour, R40, for the forty years they have toured and played together. I can say it was certainly worth the money.  

Hello WiseVirgo826Sorry to hear your first job in the industry didn't go as you had hoped.In commercial kitchen design there is so much more than just layout, there are so many things that will dictate layout, many things to consider. There are venting an...  moreHello WiseVirgo826Sorry to hear your first job in the industry didn't go as you had hoped.In commercial kitchen design there is so much more than just layout, there are so many things that will dictate layout, many things to consider. There are venting and exhaust requirements, fire suppression systems, lighting ( general, low voltage etc) plumbing, dwv systems for grey water and drains requiring grease traps, mop sinks, floor drains, cleaning station. Electrical load breakdowns and requirements, certain ADA requirements. Signage..It's a long list. When you are starting out you should start developing a network of industry workers.People who can give you direction for many of these systems..start reading about these systems, there is a wealth of information on the net that will give general ideas of codes and standards for the industry...Keep learning and don't give up...Good luck to you  less

Hello RosieThis is an actual song.American woman by the Guess Who, released around 1970..

Hello Franc533"Be it ever so humble, there is no place like home"As happy as I am to have a house, and to have that house be exactly where I want it, that doesn't compare to have been able to make this house a home for my family. I raised my 2 children he...  moreHello Franc533"Be it ever so humble, there is no place like home"As happy as I am to have a house, and to have that house be exactly where I want it, that doesn't compare to have been able to make this house a home for my family. I raised my 2 children here and even though they are grown and on their own, they still consider this house to be their home, and it always will be. I love that my family, and extended family love spending time here. I am happy this house provides a warm and comfortable environment for my friends to get together. This house provides a great place for family Easter's, which I host every year for my entire family.I love coming home at the end of the day, including the drive home. I love that I have some of the best roads for riding my motorcycle and that I have plenty of land to spread out...You should forget about that trip to Russia and start saving for a house of your own....  less

Hello there M2CIt's not so much the inheritance tax, as it is my understanding California at this time doesn't collect a "death" tax.However, the property would be reassessed and at the amount of new assessment, the taxes would be about 7,000+ a month.Thi...  moreHello there M2CIt's not so much the inheritance tax, as it is my understanding California at this time doesn't collect a "death" tax.However, the property would be reassessed and at the amount of new assessment, the taxes would be about 7,000+ a month.This area, due to it's proximity to Silicon Valley has seen outrageous property values.It may be too expensive for the kids to keep.  

Hello again RosieI bought my property long ago for under market value at the time. Originally the property was 14 acres with 3 houses...In order to purchase the property I sold 7 acres that included a house.I have never been reassessed for taxes so they a...  moreHello again RosieI bought my property long ago for under market value at the time. Originally the property was 14 acres with 3 houses...In order to purchase the property I sold 7 acres that included a house.I have never been reassessed for taxes so they are still very low. My worry is that upon my death the property and houses will be reassessed at the current value, which would be over the maximum amount the break on property values for inheritance.In which case they would have to come up with several million to keep it...I have set up a living trust which may help with that but the property taxes will still go up to an outrageous level..I would prefer they sell it and use the money productively.I am happy you are enjoying this stage of your life, you are indeed lucky to have someone with whom you love to share your life with, I wish you many more years to enjoy it.My kids have been gone a few years now and I have become accustomed to being alone....maybe someday I will meet someone, kind of a "whatever will be...    less

Hello Rosie.That would be just about everything. When I was younger, the time before I got married, my main concern was that I presented the image I had of myself. Spent a lot of money on clothes, cars, furniture. where I went, what I did, all to sto...  moreHello Rosie.That would be just about everything. When I was younger, the time before I got married, my main concern was that I presented the image I had of myself. Spent a lot of money on clothes, cars, furniture. where I went, what I did, all to stoke my own ego. I carried the need for "things" into my marriage. We were doin great, Had 2 children with my wife, was buying and selling houses...livin' the life. then one night everything changed, lost everything, all those things and my looks and my wife. I was then awarded sole custody of my 2 small children. Buying a new shirt at the Polo Store at Stanford just didn't seem important. No longer could I spend money feeding my own desires, it ll became about the kids, had to change my life completely.I developed a habit of buying everything second hand. If I want something 'nice', I will find that thing in a condition that demands restoration. I wear, in the summer, jeans and Hawaiian shirts, which I buy of ebay or in thrift shops. In the winter I wear vintage ...    less

Hello JaimieI haven't had a video game since the days of Pong.I never bought video games for my kids while they were growing up, I always told them if they want to play to go outside...I do have to keep up on insurances but no Windex..Too many large windo...  moreHello JaimieI haven't had a video game since the days of Pong.I never bought video games for my kids while they were growing up, I always told them if they want to play to go outside...I do have to keep up on insurances but no Windex..Too many large windows so I wash them with soap and water...  

Hello there RosieCompletely content to stay right where I am. I do not see myself ever leaving. I have seen distant shores in my life and I am glad I did, but I have found my paradise and I don't plan on leaving. When I am gone, it will be up to my childr...  moreHello there RosieCompletely content to stay right where I am. I do not see myself ever leaving. I have seen distant shores in my life and I am glad I did, but I have found my paradise and I don't plan on leaving. When I am gone, it will be up to my children as to what happens with this place..they will probably have to sell it..  

Hello NeelieAny man who is alleged to be a father has a right to appear in court to either attest to or protest any dependency action or case.If the alleged father does not show up in court an action of dependency can be taken against him and he my be mad...  moreHello NeelieAny man who is alleged to be a father has a right to appear in court to either attest to or protest any dependency action or case.If the alleged father does not show up in court an action of dependency can be taken against him and he my be made liable for support, which if he doesn't pay, could be sentenced for contempt, so while not in itself a criminal offense to not act, it would be very irresponsible..As a man who raised a son and a daughter I can say I can't see why any man would choose to miss the incredible and wonderful experience of raising children. I would not change the experience for anything..  less

Hello RandyDThe amount you can afford should be the higher amount. This is true with most all purchases. You always want a cushion, some extra on the side for contingencies, also spending more than one can afford will lend to additional stresses which can...  moreHello RandyDThe amount you can afford should be the higher amount. This is true with most all purchases. You always want a cushion, some extra on the side for contingencies, also spending more than one can afford will lend to additional stresses which can detract from form the enjoyment of the completed project.   

Thank you Stu..Corrected...

Hello There RosieI am sorry to hear of your sons' conditionI will send all the good thoughts I can...Take care ....Edited: replaced remission with condition

Hi SharonnaWhile the evil pink bunny does have a point when it come to most produced foods, I have lived in California all my life and the locally grown produce is wonderful.There are times when certain fruits are not "in season" and will either be premat...  moreHi SharonnaWhile the evil pink bunny does have a point when it come to most produced foods, I have lived in California all my life and the locally grown produce is wonderful.There are times when certain fruits are not "in season" and will either be prematurely picked or imported, leaving them somewhat lacking..but all in all, we are pretty fortunate to have quality of food we do..you would love the produce at our local market here...The meat is also locally raised and delicious..it's amazing the difference between our local fare and what you get at Safeway...  less

Hello Wisdom ToothEver hear of Frank Zappa...he named his daughter this, along with choosing the name Dweezil for his son...

Hey there Don.I believe that no less important is being able to objectively distinguish between what is a breach of trustand what is not.If someone were to confide in my their involvement in a dangerous situation that will likely lead to them harming them...  moreHey there Don.I believe that no less important is being able to objectively distinguish between what is a breach of trustand what is not.If someone were to confide in my their involvement in a dangerous situation that will likely lead to them harming themselves or someone else, would it be a breach of trust if I, in an effort to avoid such consequences, exposed their activity to those who could help...  

Hello RosieYep, that's pretty good. My life is a twilight zone, not in a supernatural way, I've yet to meet a 3 eyed man or a giant boy playing with my house. Everyday new day is a mystery and I never know what it will bring, and there always seems to be ...  moreHello RosieYep, that's pretty good. My life is a twilight zone, not in a supernatural way, I've yet to meet a 3 eyed man or a giant boy playing with my house. Everyday new day is a mystery and I never know what it will bring, and there always seems to be a lesson to be learned,, especially when strangeness is near.Life is a fantasy. Working on my ground, down in the dirt is where I find my "ground", it can be magical..  

Hello Prosper & LiveMost people assume I make more money than I actually do. I have lived a life of frugality. Most things I have were bought while they were in need of repair or restoration. I have never bought a new car, I own no furniture that wasn't e...  moreHello Prosper & LiveMost people assume I make more money than I actually do. I have lived a life of frugality. Most things I have were bought while they were in need of repair or restoration. I have never bought a new car, I own no furniture that wasn't either handed down or bought used, most in need of restoring.  I own 3 motorcycles, 2 run, 1 does not but each one needed work. I pay cash for everything . I do not use credit cards, I even buy most cloths I wear on eBay..I have always been this way..I have built up, living this lifestyle a sizable estate.My home is worth 20-30 times what I paid, most everything I own has increased in value.I would give my self a solid 10 for my financial choices and I have enjoyed the "hunt" for things much more than I would have if I could have just gone to the store and pulled out a credit card...Edited for spelling  less