Texas Melanie
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Thanks Melanie,
Interesting read, who would have thought that is how Fanta came about.
You are very welcome. How are your aunt and brother?
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Is this the one Melanie..
Volkswagen. Ferdinand Porsche, the man behind Volkswagen and Porsche, met with Hitler in 1934, to discuss the creation of a "people's car." (That's the English translation of Volkswagen.)
Hitler told Porsche to make the car with a streamlined shape, "like a beetle." And that's the genesis of the Volkswagen Beetle... it wasn't just designed for the Nazis, Hitler NAMED it.
That's the one. I found this topic very interesting so I did a little research. Here is a link to an article listing 11 American companies that supported Hitler. As with everything on the 'net, I am talking it with a grain of salt...a little bit.
http://www.11points...._With_the_Nazis
Of course, the companies are decades removed from Hitler and those in charge had zero to do with such a controversial and vile past.
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speaking of fords, i was watching a war doco the other day, and they talked about how henry ford gave thousands of dollars to hitler, being all the profits of car sales in germany, and a $50,000 gift every year on his birthday! i was shocked to hear that! and they said hugo boss designed all the nazi uniforms, too .......
Yep. There are quite a lot of companies that worked with or supported Hitler. Plus, Hitler was the one that came up with Volkswagon, a car for all people. Porsche(can't think of his first name) designed the prototype for Hitler. He went on to start his own car company.
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I am sorry Kate. My thoughts are with your aunt and brother. My mom has had her struggles with alcohol the past few decades. Her psychiatrist put her on a medicine that blocks the receptors in her brain that triggers the cravings. So far, so good. She has been on it for a couple of months.
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Having to take down the Christmas decorations. Now the house looks sad and empty...and dusty. I guess I didn't clean as well with all the decorations covering every surface.
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Definitely! aen loves her lavender suited Jimmy!
Yes
How am I doing??
Me too! Love the quote
This is one of my favourites! So cute!
I loved the way he looked on the 75 tour. So dashing and yet so adorable.
Edit: I am no referring to this photo. The one above it with him holding the JD bottle is soooo sweet. LOL
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Happy New Year Melanie,
I'm not going to get into the whole marriage thing, but I feel some of what you're saying.
Now that the kids are older I am definitely finding myself doing my own thing whereas when the kids were younger I went with the flow to keep peace. I am now in the process of rekindling some precious friendships and starting some new ones! It's all good.
Be well
Happy New Year to you too Planted!
Yeah, I am keeping certain parts of my life to myself from now on.
What made me happy? Going to dinner with two GFs last night. We had a 2 1/2 hour dinner during which we shared two bottles of red wine which is good for me since I am usually not a wine drinker.
Edit: and I came home to the Charlie Rose interview.
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Maybe your husband is unsocial because the people you socialize with are turds.
You are referring to yourself, huh?
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Thank you PP! Wowza! He had such as sweet face.
I wish my stomach was that flat.
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I know how you feel slave to zep, I feel that way too. I haven't had a best friend since high school. I think marriage, kids, work have come first. I've had friends (work, neighbors, couples who 'we' were friends with) but not a really close girl friend.
But . . . . today I got a wonderful compliment from another forum member on my art! That was very nice!
Slave, Planted and Justawoman
I totally understand where you are coming from. I can fully relate. My husband is not very social so I am left out of social circles that are couples related. As long as you have one dear friend that you can count on and talk to, you are in a good place in life.
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I am bummed knowing that we only have three more days to sleep in before the boys have to go back to school. I have been loving this Christmas break.
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The high will be 51F here and I am loving it! That's cold for us and I am happy to be able to experience somewhat of a winter since we have to endure at least 8 months out of the year of heat.
CP and Fool, I am happy you are getting to see the sun. Grey clouds are depressing so enjoy the sunshine while you can.
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Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain
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last night i met up with a ( female ) friend for a drink. we had lost contact, but thanks to facebook, and a mutual friend, we have found eachother again
Good for you! I am having a girl's night out tomorrow night.
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Duck Dynasty...which is puzzling for me since I hate facial hair.
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^^^^I am thankful he has a gorgeous face because the shirts in this photo hurt my eyes.
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I'd rather show you in person..
I hope this is sarcasm.
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Melanie, sparkly blue is also nice - especially if you're a Cowboys fan!
Very funny Walter. Where are the Cowboys now?
jb126, don't feel bad. I rarely have polish on my fingernails because it doesn't last longer than a couple of days. Plus, I like keeping my nails short.
Along as I have my toenails painted, all is well with the world.
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I clench my teeth at night and sometimes grind them, if under stress, which causes the gums to recede. Sometimes when I drink cold drinks, a tooth will hurt. It also causes tooth enamel to break down.
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Paul, do you bring your teeth at night?
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Paul, pain meds: God's little miracles. Vicodin is your friend. I am sorry your tooth is bothering you.
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Big Bang Theory
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Thanks Walter. I am much better today. It was probably due to the champagne I had last night and that I skipped breakfast this morning. I am back to eating sensible meals...starting tomorrow. I have homemade peppermint chocolate cookies to eat. Yum!
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Very nice LZG. Love the ring.
I have sparkly blue on fingers and toes.
BON APPÉTIT! What Are You Eating?
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roasted chicken with roasted veggies: tiny red potatoes, brussel sprouts and carrots.