Goodbye 2003 !

[matauri]

Its hard to believe that we entered the new millenia 3 years ago! It seems like just yesterday. I have come to the realization that it is true, the older you get the faster time flies ! So here we are saying goodbye to another year, and what a year it was! Not only on the world stage, and in the IT field, but also in our everyday life.

What did you regard as highs & lows of 2003 ?

Off hand I can think of a few...and we'll start with the obvious...

WPW - opened its doors to us
Microsoft - started dangling Longhorn's carrot in front our noses
Google - cornered the search engine gossip while it shimmied with rankings & did the Florida shuffle. It also managed to raise the eyebrow of Mr Gates.

Operation Freedom - had people crying in the streets over the war, and people applauding at the demise of the Saddam Husseyn (Hussein) dynasty.
The UN - had problems fullfilling resolutions, and accepting help from the allied forces causing all kinds of problems... but decided they could do better governing the Internet.

Personal Highs....
- I figured out CSS & XHTML
- Expanded the business
- Renovated house & landscaped garden of new house
- My daughter passed auditions into Performing arts college & got straight A's at school
- Met some great intelligent interesting people on WPW !!

Farewell 2003 !
(I intend the celebrate your passing 'accordingly' !)

:-)

Cindy

[minstrel]

Farewell 2003! I intend [to] celebrate your passing 'accordingly'!)
...and by "accordingly" she meant "more beer and wine" - ha! the Columbians talk about their 3-day parties... In Oz they last until all the beer is gone and the last coals on the barbie have gone cold! ;o)

Happy New Year, Cindy... I assume you'll be heading back to the party now? remember to pop in now and then and tell us how the 'roos and dingoes are doing...

[matauri]

Matauri, having been conspicuously reticent these past few days but running out of Aussie ale and pausing on her way out the door, stopped at her computer and wrote:

conspicuously reticent...LOL...is that what you call it? :-)

I called it "PM inbox was full and had to try & clear some of it, while working". Hire me a secretary and I wont have to be conspicuously reticent. Then that will be my high point for 2004 ! ;-)

Nice to know I'm missed (I think)!

I'll have a nice strong cappuccino now Julian :-)


Cindy

[minstrel]

Ahem! not even a passing word about the 'roos and dingoes...

Hmmppff.... some 'roo momma YOU turned out to be... now it's just party, party, party while the 'roos are out in the back yard staring with those soulful eyes at empty 'roo bowls, while tipsy guests traipse around in the dark wearing empty 'roo food bags as togas and hollering, "keg-ger! keg-ger! errr... matey... oh and I forgot blimey...".

[mikmik]

While we're on the subject of wild life(miriam webstr dicT.: 1 - untamed animal(s) living in wild; 2 - untamed humans + ale + wine found living in the wild(Australia)), minstrel notes:
..and by "accordingly" she meant "more beer and wine" - ha! the Columbians talk about their 3-day parties... In Oz they last until all the beer is gone and the last coals on the barbie have gone cold! ;o)
Happy New Year, Cindy... I assume you'll be heading back to the party now? remember to pop in now and then and tell us how the 'roos and dingoes are doing...

As I have informed the authorities in Aussieland, we also have "roos". Not 'roos, roos'. ****-a-doodle-doo kind. I think that we definitely have the better 'noise' description of our wildlife - '****-a-doodle-doo' as opposed to - 'boing - boing - boing'.
As for the other wildlife, it seems to have propagated worldwide and the same 'call' can be heard universally: "Wer feelin hapPEE, wer feelin(hic) fi-n-n-e-e-e, 'hen ee urr shmi---(hic)-lin!!, eh uh huh awh! hic*-urp__buluugghheeecccckkk..hic..urp SHmI-i-i-I-__linnngg ans pheelin hic* fa - -HInE!! R-R-R-O-O-W-W-W-L-L-L-FF-FF-...clunk....z-z-z-z-z-z...

[ronniethedodger]

Is it my imagination, or is guy out of control?

All this talk about resident wildlife....I am beginning
to wonder where...no...what he is a resident of. ;0)

[wenwilder]

What did you regard as highs & lows of 2003 ?


2003 was a year I thought I wanted to forget. There are still times that I'm amazed that I get to see the end of it.

The older we get the more biased we become about life. We stop seeing the beauty that surrounds us and the dearness of people. Not because we choose too, but because we become so wrapped up in our own lives, we forget to truly live. This fact was brought home to me in February 2003.

The past year has given me a miracle, it has allowed me to fulfill a few dreams, and shown me that without the help of others, the wonder of success, dreams, hope, and even miracles always remains just out of reach.

So what would I say was the low of 2003? It had to be the fact that I started off the year with my eye's closed, but thankfully I woke up and now I know without doubt that miracles really do happen. :)

I hope 2004 brings everyone a miracle. :)

[mikmik]

ronniethedodger wrote
Is it my imagination, or is guy out of control?
As it says in the Dr.'s report: yes

But some light has been shed on the matter, only just hours ago. Seems that I have misunderstood the directions on my Prozac bottle - 1 tablet to be taken 10 minutes before bedtime! Not the other way around. The effects should begin to subside within 4 to 6 weeks.

So as to my high point of 2003, I guess this is it lol

[mikmik]

I had two low points. My baby sister died in june, and three weeks ago my best friend, here in kelowna, the guy who encouraged me when I started out with my first computer a year and a half ago, and who was/is the most honest, open, and understanding person that I've met in a long time - he betrayed me. He is not that type of person at all, but the stress of getting a networking/computer business started with me took it's toll on him and he panicked.
He became rude, overbearing, and suspiscious, to everyone, told me where to go, and almost royally screwed himself in the process - businesswise - if it weren't for some contracts already in place.
I put off school for a year(programming) and focussed on getting stuff done for him the last two months, but all funding was in his name and I couldn't do much.
He did end up losing my respect - we went through a similar experience in the summer but I never quit trying if I believe in something - and many other peoples as well. He also had about 5 clients - friends and associates of his girlfriends - lined up for me but ...
Minstrel, and janeth really gave me some support and understanding on a few particularily rough days a few weeks ago, and I know, with all my heart, that several others were there as well.
I like my version of 'out of control' because we laugh, not cry.

ronniethedodger also wrote:
All this talk about resident wildlife....I am beginning
to wonder where...no...what he is a resident of. ;0)
I wonder that myself. But I do feel right at home around here! :O)

[ronniethedodger]

I like my version of 'out of control' because we laugh, not cry.

ronniethedodger also wrote:
All this talk about resident wildlife....I am beginning
to wonder where...no...what he is a resident of. ;0)
I wonder that myself. But I do feel right at home around here! :O)

I am so sorry Mik. If I said anything that was out of
line...it was unintentional.

[ronniethedodger]

I hope 2004 brings everyone a miracle. :)

I hope 2004 grants you your wish.

[mikmik]

ronniethedodger wrote:
I am so sorry Mik. If I said anything that was out of
line...it was unintentional.

Thanks man. I know that you would never say something to be mean! I was just going through a 'moment', and the post was a way for me to come to grips for myself. I realized after how it sounded so tried to make joke.
And you should also know, for future reference, that any kidding or referrences to wierdness or 'out there' etc are usually warmly received as compliments!!
When I said

But I do feel right at home around here! that was me trying to tell that I didn't feel alienated by you at all, that I feel belonging here.
Plus, I am still recovering from a bout with Bertrand lol
I wish you every happiness in 2004, my friend.

[ronniethedodger]

I wish you every happiness in 2004, my friend.

You too my freind!

From one Resident to another, Happy Aught-Four!

[matauri]

Hi guys!

Sometime back I posted in another thread about the people that are spending New Years Eve alone or at home, that maybe they would like a chatroom to come & hang out with other WPW'ers.

Remembering...that the stroke of Midnight lasts for 24hrs here at WPW!

So, I have created a chatroom on my site for those of you that wish to join in ! Its still in its raw stage, tho if I have time I might snaz it up before tomorrow. Its a PHP chat, so everyone should be able to use it, and you dont have to register.

So grab a beer or your favourite 'drink', and enjoy the end of 2003 with your friends from WPW ! I wont be around for my part of Midnight, but that is before most of you guys anyway, so I can see you during yours ! :-)

Chatroom:
http://attitude-emedia.com/community/phpMyChat.php3

Enjoy !


Cindy

[vfaulkner]

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Have a safe and happy new year!!
I want to see all back here unharmed come Jan 1st!!

Vicki

[minstrel]

Note to Androgen Army:

Did Vicki just say "unharmed"? or "unarmed"?

[vfaulkner]

I SAID UNHARMED!!

but if all the wars stopped forever, that would be okay, too!

no dismemberment allowed!!

[minstrel]

Did Vicki say "dismemberment"? Is that like "banning a member"? Do you think she means me?

Androgen Army! Full alert! We may have a situation here!

[mikmik]

from vfaulkner, WPW member.
What dismemberment to say, monsiur, was to be come back un'armed! Now, are you 'appy wit dis? If nhot, maabee Ah can hexplane it butter for you, non?
Tres bien.

And if you making de Handrogens to be h'upset whit yhou, dis is get you 'ahrmed?

[mikmik]

Oui aire de wuns wit de great mind to be think alike, non?

But wait! Oh merde! It is de beeg one coming! Get l'gringoe d'stupid!! Aide, aide!!

[vfaulkner]

Oy Vay!...

(shakes head sadly at the guys)

[ronniethedodger]

Chatroom:
http://attitude-emedia.com/community/phpMyChat.php3

Enjoy !


That sounds like it will be a lot of fun!

I will be there starting at 11:00.

What time-zone...you say? All of em of course! ;0)

[ronniethedodger]

Have a safe and happy new year!!
I want to see all back here unharmed come Jan 1st!!

U 2 Vicki!

uhhhhh....which year do you want us back here by?

[vfaulkner]

Any year will do, as long as you come back. but 2004 is best as things change greatly around here if you're gone for more than 2 hours
( sometimes less :-) )

[Greyhawk]

From loosing a child last Dec. to a car accident that left my back severely damaged, to Becomming single as of Dec. 1st. This has been a realy rough year for me. The high point was making new freinds here at WPW that worried about me during my long absance.

Thank you all for giving me some much needed support, advice, and laughter, thoughout the past few months. May all your wishes come true in 2004. As for me I am making the same resolution this year as I make every year... not to make any stupid resolutions that I have no intention of keeping anyways.

Happy new year all.

Greyhawk

P.S. I almost forgot GO LEAFS!!!!!

[rocky1]

We don't have time for the low points!

Suffice to say, this forum has been my one salvation. As stated numerous times above, this is great group of folks all around.

Look forward to seeing you all in 2004!

Happy New Year!

[ldyguique]

Every year brings its surprises -- sometimes good ones and sometimes unpleasant ones. My sympathies to anyone who underwent trauma, turmoil, and a torn life; hopefully, this next year WILL be better as you heal and adjust.

May we all have an interesting year (yeah, I do know the Chinese "curse").

And, I definitely will be on chat later on; although since they are keeping the call center open this year on the 1st and I start @ 6:00 a.m. in my timezone, I won't be around for "my" midnight.

[excell]

Cheers and best wishes to all you wild characters at WPW on an Aussie New Year at 2.12am Jan 1st...all the best for 2004.

It can only get better... like a fine wine it takes some beatings.

[ronniethedodger]

Happy New Year Excell !!!

Can you tell me what time it is over there in GMT -4 hours? ;0)

[mikmik]

Matauri had us over to her place (lol) :
Sometime back I posted in another thread about the people that are spending New Years Eve alone or at home, that maybe they would like a chatroom to come & hang out with other WPW'ers.

Remembering...that the stroke of Midnight lasts for 24hrs here at WPW!

So, I have created a chatroom on my site for those of you that wish to join in ! Its still in its raw stage, tho if I have time I might snaz it up before tomorrow. Its a PHP chat, so everyone should be able to use it, and you dont have to register.

So grab a beer or your favourite 'drink', and enjoy the end of 2003 with your friends from WPW ! I wont be around for my part of Midnight, but that is before most of you guys anyway, so I can see you during yours ! :-)

I see that everyone, well of course not everyone lol, most of us have not made it in today, so I'm assuming that WPW'ers had a great , and excessive, time last night.

I am yet again having to congratulate a fellow (hah, no mistaking her for that lol) member of this forum for doing something for everybody just for the fun of it. And am I ever glad.

I have even gone back to the chat that she set up twice or more today to see if anyone was still passed out :o)

I really liked that last night, I got to get to know some people a little better,and it was just good to be a part of a group of folks like ya'all.

Thanks again, Matauri, and to all who were there, to make my life a little more crazy and hilarious, just the way I like it!

I think that I'll stick around here for the next one - at my server next year!

( I didn't know if I should repost the link, I still haven't slept!!

Night all, Happy New year again. :o)

[matauri]

LOL..thank you (as always) for your praise :-)

It was a lot of fun, and I hope that those that came enjoyed themselves too (they appeared to be!).

It was a great opportunity to get to know some a little better, I would even go as far to say that in some cases the 'edges' came off what people percieved others as being on here. I know I changed my opinion of a couple of members...which has to be a good thing :-)

I'll be looking forward to next time !

( the chat is still up & running for those that wish to return )


Cindy

[ronniethedodger]

It was a great opportunity to get to know some a little better, I would even go as far to say that in some cases the 'edges' came off what people percieved others as being on here. I know I changed my opinion of a couple of members...which has to be a good thing :-)


It was real fun! Enjoyed myself.

We did learn a little more about each other. And some of us were heartbroken by Wen's revelation! ;0)

Started out a little slow, but picked up steam as the night progressed across the North American continent. Kind of interesting to watch the conversations which were broken up with Mikster Half-sentences here and there. Prozac anyone? ;0)

Count me in for next year....or if you have a 4th of July down there maybe?