The theme of this thread has kind of changed. My only claim to suffering in college that is of any amusement is that I always had a "party line" for phone service. A good $ saver. I remember being on hold while trying to make airline reservations to go home for Christmas (thanks to Mom and Dad). I was on hold for a long time, and the other "party" came on the phone and yelled at my for tying up "our " line. Housing was always fairly decent and affordable in Pocatello Idaho! by the way, I am too silly to be hot. Tokie
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02-26-2009, 08:01 PM #1
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02-27-2009, 01:44 PM #2
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That line has GOT to be put on a T-shirt. Or an embroidered cushion. Or something.
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02-28-2009, 08:09 PM #3
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Ok everyone - deep breaths! - I think Smurf just had a friend who meant to say "cut the s*** and just ride the best bike you can buy cause life is short"
Amen to that. Ladies, I was that person who debated endlessly...and just ended up pinching my nose and jumping in and love the bike I chose. But I would have equally loved the Cervelo, or Scott, or Orbea I'm sure.
She shouldn't leave - because she was just passing on what for her was wisdom. And for people like me it would have also been good advice!
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03-01-2009, 08:45 AM #4
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Yes, but the guy's remark was delivered as a sexist, shallow remark with condescending overtones. Originally Posted by fidlfreek
The irony to this is the 50 yr olds make up a market that generally has more buying power, not the 20 somethings.
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03-01-2009, 09:59 AM #5
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I just think she doesn't know enough 50 year olds in real life
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03-01-2009, 02:08 PM #6
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Somehow I've missed this thread since it's inception..I've read it from top to bottom and all I have to say is "I am going to be 51 and I'm not easily offended." My 2 cents
. Btw, what's so great about AMEX - I have one in a drawer somewhere..is there something I should know? 
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03-01-2009, 02:12 PM #7
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If you have the right AMEX you can get quite a bit of cash back if you use it for things like gas and groceries.
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03-01-2009, 02:13 PM #8
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Why is when you give your opinion it's worth two cents but for your thoughts you're only offered a penny?
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03-02-2009, 03:38 PM #9
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I never thought of that...
..Zen you are deep!
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