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  • geomeister
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    @ Monday's Mischievous Meese Making Merry Melodies
    ...or mices...it's all their fault. Fairies riding butterflies are the best...they catch the last notes of a jam, swoosh out over time and space, and alight in the strangest of places. In my case, right smack dab in front of my work email, time-sheet, invoice, contract or project file. Then I hear that wisp of melody, and unseen forces require I pull up You-tube and cavort with whomever insists on supporting my daydream. If they..the fairies, butterflies, meese and you would behave, then that little cursor arrow wouldn't hop from site to site, and we would all get our tasks done, whether centered on work, play or daydreaming. However, without musical melodies massing around us, our Mondays would be that much more droll and gray-toned, so thank you wayward meese everywhere. And those who readily spin the radio dial, keep the platters spinning and the tunes a coming. We working stiffs, meandering minstrels and minstrelettes and..look a butterfly...deadheads near and far are always willing to hum along and/or whistle as we work. Reminds me of a story...
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    @i repeat myself
    When under stress.....duplicate post all gone!
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    @Have something fun to look forward to
    Meet me in the morning56th and Wabasha Meet me in the morning 56th and Wabasha Honey, we could be in Kansas By time the snow begins to thaw They say the darkest hour Is right before the dawn They say the darkest hour Is right before the dawn But you wouldn't know it by me Every day's been darkness since you been gone Little rooster crowin' There must be something on his mind Little rooster crowin' There must be something on his mind Well, I feel just like that rooster Honey, ya treat me so unkind Well, I struggled through barbed wire Felt the hail fall from above Well, I struggled through barbed wire Felt the hail fall from above Well, you know I even outran the hound dogs Honey, you know I've earned your love Look at the sun Sinkin' like a ship Look at the sun Sinkin' like a ship Ain't that just like my heart, babe When you kissed my lips?
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    run for the roses
    gotta water my flowers...then, write specs. Ugh, writing specs. Ugh. I'm a doer, not a director. But, this project demands it. Ugh. I'm already a week behind. Did I say "Ugh"? Should probably stay away this week, to keep my fuzzy little brain on track. Have a lovely day, and watch out for those fairies. They can be oh, so mischievous...hide your pencils, unplug your mouse. And then, they just sit there and giggle at you!
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    @start me up ....and never stop
    Actually not a bad Monday....at allGood morning Kristine.... You look well rested.... I'm searching for phrases To sing your praises I need to tell someone It's soon after midnight And my day has just begun A gal named Honey Took my money She was passing by It's soon after midnight And the moon is in my eye My heart is cheerful It's never fearful I've been down on the killing floors I'm in no great hurry I'm not afraid of your fury I've faced stronger walls than yours Charlotte's a harlot Dresses in scarlet Mary dresses in green It's soon after midnight And I've got a date with the fairy queen They chirp and they chatter What does it matter? They lie and they dine in their blood Two timing slim Who's ever heard of him? I'll drag his corpse through the mud It's now or never More than ever When I met you I didn't think you'd do It's soon after midnight And I don't want nobody but you
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    Coffee is on! Up and at 'em!!!
    “Shining like a diamond, rolling with the dice, standing on the ledge, I show the wind how to fly. When the world gets in my face, I say, have a nice day. Have a nice day.” This song is guaranteed to put a smile on your face and make you want slap your colleagues’ backs. So go ahead and spread the Monday merriness (you could just ‘mistakenly’ forward this link to everyone in the office). Monday doesn’t have to erase the weekends so don’t worry. Friday will be here soon enough. You don’t have to reserve your passion for the weekends. Do what you love every day. Live your life and your dreams so much that when a new week starts you shout with glee: “Oh my gosh, it’s Monday!!” Bonus: Extra Ways to Feel Better on Your Monday: Prepare the night before: Get your clothing out and your hair done. Make a note (mental or physical) of what needs to be done. Get enough rest: Don't do anything too hectic or strenuous on Sunday. Have a low-key evening and get enough sleep! Have something fun to look forward to: A place to go with a group of friends at lunch or something indulgent you don't normally have. Just don't overdo it, you probably use the weekends for that. Try some natural energy boosters: Such as no-bake oats bars, kiwi or two tablespoons of oat straw extract added to your coffee. Practice breathing techniques, laughing, getting some sun, and drinking more water.
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    @Harry "They Don't Make Sunday"
    -Why not?-Because of God. Sally should have asked The Same Chase what say about all that. Oh thank God Thank God I'm rollin' Thank God I'm soarin' Straight on down the road And thank God thank God I'm still goin' I still got some tread on this soul and I still got some miles to go I gotta penny to my name that I haven't spent yet If it ain't there tomorrow that would be a safe bet but I got some big dreams at the end of this road waitin' for me on the beaches down in Mexico I got no where to be so I might stay for a while and the devil's singin' with me with a Senorita smile Oh thank God Thank God I'm rollin' Thank God I'm soarin' Straight on down the road And thank God thank God I'm still goin' I still got some tread on this soul and I still got some miles to go I gotta party in my pocket and a tune in my head and from time to time I get to share a woman bed I would say I'm pretty lucky I wouldn't say that I'm poor with this face made of silver and a body made of gold If you could lend me a prayer man I could lend you a hand If these women don't kill me I will die a lucky man Oh thank God Thank God I'm rollin' Thank God I'm soarin' Straight on down the road And thank God thank God I'm still goin' I still got some tread on this soul and I still got some miles to go Oh thank God Thank God I'm rollin' Thank God I'm soarin' Straight on down the road And thank God thank God I'm still goin' I still got some tread on this soul and I still got some miles to goooh ooh woahhooooh Whoa! Thank God! Thank God I'm rollin'! Thank God I'm soarin'! Straight on down the road!!! And thank God! thank God I'm still go-in'! I still got some tread on this soul and I still got some miles to go Oh thank God Thank God I'm rollin' Thank God I'm soarin' Straight on down the ro-oad And thank God thank God I'm still goin' I still got some tread on this soul and I still got some miles to go
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    @it's Festivus for the rest of us......
    Never on a Sunday when the church is full of peopleAnd the bells are ringing in the steeple, la la.... Oh, you can kiss me on a Monday A Monday, a Monday is very very good Or you can kiss me on a Tuesday A Tuesday, a Tuesday in fact I wish you would Or you can kiss me on a Wednesday A Thursday, a Friday, and Saturday is best But never never on a Sunday A Sunday, a Sunday 'cause that's my day of rest Come anyday and you'll be my guest Anyday you say but my day of rest Just name the day that you like the best Only stay away on my day of rest You can kiss me on a cool day A hot day, a wet day which ever one you choose Or try to kiss me on a grey day A May day, a pay day and see if I refuse And you make it on a bleake day A freak day, a week day why you can be my guest But never never on a Sunday A Sunday's the one day I need a day to rest Just name the day that you like the best Only stay away on my day of rest Never on a Sunday when the church is full of people And the bells are ringing in the steeple, la la.... Oh you can kiss me on a Monday Monday, Monday's very good Or you can kiss me on a Tuesday Tuesday and I wish you would Or you can kiss me on a Wednesday Thursday, Friday and Saturday is best But never never on a Sunday Sunday, Sunday 'cause that's my day of rest So goodnight Irene goodnight...... I'll see you in my dreams......
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    sunday, Sunday, SUNDAY !!
    Your local rock group down the street Is trying hard to learn this song To serenade the weekend squire Just came out to mow his lawn Another Pleasant Valley Sunday Charcoal burnin' everywhere Rows of houses that are all the same And no one seems to care See Mrs. Gray she's proud today Because her roses are in bloom And Mr. Green he's so serene He's got a TV in every room Another Pleasant Valley Sunday Here in status symbol land Mothers complain about how hard life is And the kids just don't understand Creature comfort goals they only numb my soul And make it hard for me to see My thoughts all seem to stray to places far away I need a change of scenery Ta ta ta Another Pleasant Valley Sunday Charcoal burning everywhere Another Pleasant Valley Sunday Here in status symbol land Another Pleasant Valley Sunday Another Pleasant Valley Sunday...
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    @I will see your Dickey....
    ....and double the Betts..... Walk along the river, sweet lullaby, it just keeps on flowing, It don't worry 'bout where it's going, no, no. Don't fly, mister blue bird, I'm just walking down the road, Early morning sunshine tell me all I need to know [CHORUS:] You're my blue sky, you're my sunny day. Lord, you know it makes me high when you turn your love my way, Turn your love my way, yeah. Good old sunday morning, bells are ringing everywhere. Goin to Carolina, it won't be long and I'll be there
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You gonna be ok if I hit save...? 401 or bust.Avatar change test also. Nothing else to say.
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You gonna be ok if I hit save...? 401 or bust.Avatar change test also. Nothing else to say also
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How's it goin, eh? I repeat myself when under stress, I repeat myself when under stress, I repeat myself when under stress.... This question is for Canucks only, we have a few here.... What song did I just quote.... Winner gets an atta boy/grrrrrllllll and a special honorary medal from our mayor.... Hey Klangstone.....where's you at my man, being mayor requires commitment.... No....Klangstones still in charge here....take off...Rob Ford.... Maybe you can play Beer Hunter with Bob n Doug!
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Three French toast? Oh, wait, I'm not a Canuck. And a beer! Edit--dang, I thought it was the first quote!
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What is king crimson...that took me hours and hours. Take off you hoser.
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....maybe you're all in Chicago, nobody's here.... And who is Klangstone? Wasted away again in Justin Bieberville.... At least he can dance.....
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trebeck is one cool canadian..
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You have earned your street cred here on Shakedown...this town has got some heart....congratulations....you are worthy... Advice agreements Babble burble bicker bicker.... Ballyhoo Brouhaha !!!! It's all talk!!!! Later, goin to watch some curling, eh????
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Nice Canadian reference...... Loved SCTV..... So glad you made it.... Cmon Klang....help me Rhonda!!!!! rrrrrgrrrrr out....
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You sir are risking the mighty rath of Klang. He rules from an awe inspiring rig, much like the Wizard of Oz's. Only his uses the avatar of an evil clown. Maybe you haven't seen it. Those of us who have know how terrifying it is. You have been forewarned. Just remember Mayor Klangstone has ordered that no one look behind the curtain.
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damn son, you have a future in stand up.... on my way to watch Kentucky Wisconsin... Thanks for the help here.... And yes.....the wrath of Klang is worse than Charlton Heston in Ben Hur.... Klang...keep that guy in line....on the path....please....
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Klang is Rgggrrr's alter-ego. Beans spilled. Or rumor spread? Again, beware the meds and round-number hoarders. I got no dime (or your $20 bill) but I've got some time to hear your story.
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The plot thickens..... Im funny, funny how...funny like a Klang???? Screw you guys Im going home.... Keep the $20 you filthy animal.... night beelzebubs brethren family day tomorrow.... May the Klang be with you...if he ever shows up here... ;-)
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I never saw that one coming. But now that you mention it. It does seem suspicious that you never see them post a comment at the same time. I feel that this warrants furthur investigation.
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Klang Klang Klang goes they trolley...rice a roni the San francisco treat... It's east vs west here... Your mileage may vary.... believe if you need it if you don't just pass it on..... Back to the game..... Go Leafs Go.... Or... Let's go Buffalo!!!!! Such a long long time to be gone such a short time to be there.... Suppers Ready for me tomorrow.... See you all Monday.....
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Hi there and welcome to sunshiney daydreamer land! Well I don't have the official packet info in front of me at the moment, but the general gist is: *keep it friendly and positive *keep discussions generally pertaining to this group and the social gatherings being planned for Chicago, additional local happenings, the pick-a-nick and other group meetings * local info for help and aid to us all * use the other main thread for ticket discussions or save it for PMs * use the other main thread for complaints about the ticket situation if you must * be kind, rewind keep peace in your heart and get on the bus! rgergelis is driving the wheels off this crazy thing and we need enough bodies aboard to keep us balanced on the road to Chi-town. All aboard!! P.S. Mayor in name and satirical statute only. Here to help out if and when I can, just like any ordinary good citizen of dreamer-land.
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Well we may be of the same mind but we are not the same person. Brothers from another mother lets call it. can't wait to meet y'all at the picnic....and beyond Thanks for the comedic levity. Truly refreshing TTFN T...I...double rrgrr
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still not sure I get the gist of it.... but it's alright.... Happy Easter...and continued peaceful Passover....
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welcome Walter White and thanks Mr Mayor, I couldn't have said it better... Enjoy your Holidays everyone.... the bus is here and anyone can drive.... gonna cook a Leg of Lamb.....after getting right with my Lord.... There may be leftovers.... Ohhhh...chef of the future... Can it core a apple? Yes it can core a apple..... Let there be peace in the valley...
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Let there be peace in the valley has never been said with more certainty. Just glance over at the avatar immediately upon reading. I pity the fool who disturbs the peace.
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Happy Easter Sunday to all! Let there be more Spring in your Life, Life in your Step, Step in your Purpose, and Purpose in your Spring! Blessings, Peace and Love go out to you from our family to yours, and may all good things come your way! geospringmeister
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I hope you all have a beautiful day! Full of joy and blessings abound! Love Saundra
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Thanks oh King of Spring.... Freshly baked bread and some Cabernet on the bus....help yourselves.... Meager in comparison to what you're used to but.... we will make due... a little sustenance on our road to Chicago... kitties... Supper is Ready!!!!!
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congrats on the ducats!!!! eat up....
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Wishing your families all a joyous celebration , to eat, gather andBegin anew. And may the easter bunny remind not to out all our eggs in one basket. That some body parts are meant to be floppy and To let happy thoughts multiply like Bunnies!
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From John Cash and the Carter family..... Oh well I'm tired and so weary but I must go along Till the Lord comes and calls, calls me away Well the mornings so bright and the land is the light And the night, night is as black as the sea There will be peace in the valley for me someday There will be peace in the valley for me, Oh Lord I pray There will no sadness, no sorrow, no trouble, trouble I see There will be peace in the valley for me. Well the bear will be gentle and the wolf will be tame And the lion shall lay down by the lamb and the beasts from the wild shall be led by a child And I'll be changed from this creature that I am There will be peace in the valley for me someday There will be peace in the valley for me, Oh Lord I pray There will no sadness, no sorrow, no trouble, trouble I see There will be peace in the valley for me.
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That's what I'm taking about.... thanks for putting closure on my opening farewell... beautifully done!
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talking bout a drums n space speech.... it's out there...and I like it.... Here comes Peter Cottontail...hippity hop and Flippity flopping his way to Chicago..... Ya can't close the doors when the walls caved in!!!!!
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How lovely, all the beautiful Easter wishes from this SD family....thank you all !! And right back to you and yours !! I'm off to SFO tomorrow for a few days of bizz - wishing everyone a great week ahead !! ps - I miss my avatar :-( Who's idea was it anyways, rrrrrgrrrrr, to change them on 4/1?
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blame Canada! ;-) Safe trip to the left coast....
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Avatar is back !!
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1,2,3....
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A man playing his guitarAnd singing for us all Only 88 days until showtime! Patch those sails and shine those rails!
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Is that Canadian bacon I smell searing on a hot cast iron skillet?
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Yessir.... Come and get it... Pour me another cup of coffee for it is the best in the land and I'll put a nickel in the jukebox.... We missed you and thanks for setting us straight on the days between...
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It's gonna be a great week - thank you totes !!! Love that new avatar too dude !!! Had to see that countdown to kick-start the day. Couple that with the smell of rrrrrgrrrrr sizzling Canadian bacon and you get boo-ya !!!!!!!!
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Saturday in the park... ...I think it was the 4th of July!
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and play that truck drivin' man
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Pull up a stool..... well the waitress she brought me some coffee... Tim Horton dark roast...
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Avatar test, but since I'm here.... Safe travels to Tony: are you going to Haight ashbury?
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Alice, to the moon Alice.... Bang zoom... welcome James, Canadian French roast coffee is on... I'm on my third... Hummananhummmana hummmana....
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Hi Everybody- I'm a Deadhead and I miss Jerry! Glad to see the countdown is back. Have a Grateful day.
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Coffee's on... Totes is mending sails, shining rails and I'm still Mr. T... make yourself at home.... Everyday's the 4th of July round here..... same as it ever was...same as it ever was.....
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from where i sit, you appear to be undergoing some kind of metamorphosis. maybe a new you will appear tomorrow.
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Oohhhh Lord Jesus...Hep me hep me please..... I look in the mirror ... and all I see is T.... in my travels I have indeed been humbled, and humbled I will remain... So if T is as good as it gets so be it, Hey Fonts if you're goin to San Francisco...be sure to wear some flowers in your hair... And change my t shirt size to 3X T,,,,,
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I say this with love and affection, no offense intended.... You suck! But you're looking mighty fine in those jeans boy....Mmmmmmmmmmmm....
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You are a hybrid me n Buckwheat..... ;-) deadheads anonymous is a nice place.... I'm a deadhead and I miss Jerry! group response...."I know" (Said disaffectedly ala David Gans)