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by AirsAboveNC
Sat Apr 22, 2017 10:46 pm
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Topic: Favorite cookie recipe?
Replies: 14
Views: 12694

Re: Favorite cookie recipe?

I made these chai latte cookies for a cookie exchange and they were very well met.

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by AirsAboveNC
Sat Apr 01, 2017 4:22 pm
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Topic: I am not a fan
Replies: 6
Views: 6714

Re: I am not a fan

My hard drive hates it and it slows everything down.
by AirsAboveNC
Thu Jan 19, 2017 4:27 am
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Topic: A question for those cosmetically inclined
Replies: 5
Views: 6018

Re: A question for those cosmetically inclined

The smoked topaz and the bronze would both be lovely. You could also wear the mystic moss quite nicely if you wanted to bring that green out in your eyes.
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Dec 04, 2016 5:28 pm
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Topic: I pulled the plug
Replies: 14
Views: 11927

Re: I pulled the plug

I have a friend who has done the same. She had the double mastectomy, did chemo for a while, has tried a few other experimentals that have not done much for her. She is in her mid-30s and has decided to just live her best years now. She joined a skydiving club and goes often. She works PRN as a nurs...
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Dec 04, 2016 5:25 pm
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Topic: Was $99 Petries NOW $64 20% off/free shipping
Replies: 13
Views: 11455

Re: Was $99 Petries NOW $64 20% off/free shipping

That's insane! Makes me wish I were showing so I'd have an excuse to buy them. 0.0
by AirsAboveNC
Wed Nov 30, 2016 11:13 pm
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Topic: I know, I know but... is it just me?
Replies: 16
Views: 14060

Re: I know, I know but... is it just me?

Clear your cache and delete your cookies.
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Nov 27, 2016 10:46 pm
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Topic: Downloading music on smart phone (help for old farts please!)
Replies: 5
Views: 5729

Re: Downloading music on smart phone (help for old farts please!)

The one that transferred from your old phone may be the SIM card but I'm not sure without seeing it. I'm also not sure if your old Mac can take an SD without seeing it, either. Transfer via flash drive would work just fine, I'm quite sure.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 26, 2016 5:12 pm
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Topic: Downloading music on smart phone (help for old farts please!)
Replies: 5
Views: 5729

Re: Downloading music on smart phone (help for old farts please!)

No, you can't get iTunes on an LG G3 (nice choice, that's what I use also). It has a built-in music player. Because I am also a Mac computer user, I had to figure out the best way to get my itunes library to my phone. What I ended up doing was buying an SD card, 32gb, and putting all my music on tha...
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 26, 2016 5:01 pm
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Topic: I know, I know but... is it just me?
Replies: 16
Views: 14060

Re: I know, I know but... is it just me?

Yeah, it's been down since Wednesday. And WMW, you're probably right that they had a long weekend!
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 26, 2016 4:59 pm
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Topic: Recommendations for winter riding jacket?
Replies: 18
Views: 15194

Re: Recommendations for winter riding jacket?

Which one did you end up going with? I have a MH Stanford and I adore it. I adore it so much that I wait all year for it to be cold enough for me to wear that big heavy delightful coat.
by AirsAboveNC
Tue Nov 22, 2016 2:52 am
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Topic: I have breast cancer
Replies: 58
Views: 33273

Re: I have breast cancer

Thinking good thoughts for you.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 19, 2016 7:30 pm
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Topic: Appreciating volunteers
Replies: 7
Views: 6804

Re: Appreciating volunteers

Congrats!

I tried to throw a volunteer appreciation party this week but most of my volunteers couldn't make it. They're all college students and things are already getting busy for them for the end-of-semester crunch.
by AirsAboveNC
Tue Nov 08, 2016 11:57 pm
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Topic: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC
Replies: 12
Views: 11203

Re: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC

AirsAboveNC - do you know of a secret shortcut from Charlotte to Tryon? Google maps says that is 2+ hours. Which is too bad, since my brother lives there and I'm sure he and his DW would love to host all of us! :lol: Hendersonville NC is 30 minute away and is a cute little city. But, I seem to reme...
by AirsAboveNC
Tue Nov 08, 2016 12:16 am
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Topic: Dressage Chronicles
Replies: 11
Views: 9795

Re: Dressage Chronicles

Never heard of this series. Can you tell us more?
by AirsAboveNC
Tue Nov 08, 2016 12:06 am
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Topic: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC
Replies: 12
Views: 11203

Re: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC

I would think about going but it would depend on the ticket prices. They were ridiculous for Lexington, as were the hotels. I can't speak to the ticket prices, but I do think Tryon has an advantage over Lexington for lodging because of proximity to other fairly large towns and cities. Charlotte's a...
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 05, 2016 2:05 pm
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Topic: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC
Replies: 12
Views: 11203

Re: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC

They recently acquired the nearby golf course which is currently being turned into the xc course expansion.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 05, 2016 1:54 am
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Topic: WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC
Replies: 12
Views: 11203

WEG 2018 at Tryon, NC

So, I'm super excited that the WEG is happening almost in my back yard. I'm probably going to annoy the hell out of my non-horse friends on FB over the next two years, and I don't even care. Anyone around here considering attending? I saw this great video that showcases the planned additions to the ...
by AirsAboveNC
Mon Aug 22, 2016 10:28 pm
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Topic: What I love about DDBB
Replies: 29
Views: 17880

Re: What I love about DDBB

I like that it keeps the drama off the FB group. :-P

Kidding. Sort of.

I like that even though it's quiet, it does seem to be mostly civil. Lots of familiar names to see, kind of comforting. And most of the posts promote real conversation on a topic meaningful to the OP.
by AirsAboveNC
Mon Aug 08, 2016 11:25 pm
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Topic: If you like a good riding vest (CostCo)
Replies: 6
Views: 6005

Re: If you like a good riding vest (CostCo)

KathyK wrote:
AirsAboveNC wrote:I do love a good vest! They're never long enough for me, though. And sadly I am not a Costco member.

I've bought from the website several times without being a member. You pay a small premium.


Thanks for the tip! I looked at it online but it is definitely too short for me. :(
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Aug 07, 2016 9:17 pm
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Topic: If you like a good riding vest (CostCo)
Replies: 6
Views: 6005

Re: If you like a good riding vest (CostCo)

I do love a good vest! They're never long enough for me, though. And sadly I am not a Costco member. Ha, I have the opposite problem. They're often too long; I don't want the vest getting stuck between my butt and the cantle, or bunching up around the pommel. These sit just below my hip bone, but I...
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Aug 06, 2016 10:54 pm
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Topic: If you like a good riding vest (CostCo)
Replies: 6
Views: 6005

Re: If you like a good riding vest (CostCo)

I do love a good vest! They're never long enough for me, though. And sadly I am not a Costco member.
by AirsAboveNC
Tue Aug 02, 2016 3:22 am
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Topic: Horses learn to communicate whether they want blankets
Replies: 5
Views: 5999

Re: Horses learn to communicate whether they want blankets

Suzon wrote:I had a horse who, if he wanted to let me know his blanket was too warm, would undo the front buckles, let it roll around to his belly and then pee in it like a giant diaper.


And people say they're dumb and can't communicate. :lol:
by AirsAboveNC
Thu Jul 21, 2016 11:57 pm
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Topic: Help! Best flavored brownie recipes needed
Replies: 8
Views: 7765

Re: Help! Best flavored brownie recipes needed

Those of you posting suggestions without recipes are so mean. :P
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Jul 10, 2016 10:38 pm
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Topic: Can someone explain Instagram to me?
Replies: 6
Views: 6552

Re: Can someone explain Instagram to me?

No, you can't post anything without a picture. It's a pictures-only social media platform.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Jul 09, 2016 1:53 am
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Topic: Can someone explain Instagram to me?
Replies: 6
Views: 6552

Re: Can someone explain Instagram to me?

It's just simpler, if you want to share the same photo to different audiences, to link the accounts rather than repost it twice.
by AirsAboveNC
Fri May 27, 2016 3:06 am
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Topic: Are people "doing the best they can"?
Replies: 58
Views: 30599

Re: Are people "doing the best they can"?

Some are doing the best they can, others are doing the best they believe they can, and the third group are doing the best that they want to.

It is not always clear who belongs to which group.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat May 21, 2016 9:42 pm
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Topic: Who uses a Kindle? Do you like it?
Replies: 22
Views: 15558

Re: Who uses a Kindle? Do you like it?

I love my kindle. I have always had more books than storage space and now I'm able to cut down a bit. Love getting library books on it, too. Plus it's lightweight and can go nearly anywhere with me.
by AirsAboveNC
Thu Apr 07, 2016 9:39 pm
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Topic: About a dog...
Replies: 40
Views: 22954

Re: About a dog...

I love Nova for the name.

How serendipitous about the rabbits!
by AirsAboveNC
Mon Apr 04, 2016 12:36 am
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Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 46006

Re: Opinions on browbands

I voted #1. I don't blame you for having trouble picking one!
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Apr 02, 2016 10:47 pm
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Topic: Mysterious Caller
Replies: 35
Views: 21446

Re: Mysterious Caller

You should never admit that it is you until you ascertain who is on the other end of the phone. A caller should immediately identify himself. So the protocol should be: Person calls and says, "Is Bertha there?" You say "Who is calling, please?" At that point they have no info at...
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Apr 02, 2016 10:10 pm
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Topic: Coffee!
Replies: 14
Views: 11647

Re: Coffee!

Wicky wrote:Well, according to the free Kindle book I got about coffee and home roasting


Please share the info about this book.
by AirsAboveNC
Mon Mar 28, 2016 10:21 pm
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Topic: Coffee!
Replies: 14
Views: 11647

Re: Coffee!

My uncle made a roaster himself from an old air popper. Some of the best coffee I ever had.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Mar 19, 2016 7:38 pm
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Topic: Remembering Snowman
Replies: 6
Views: 6848

Re: Remembering Snowman

I recently read - and loved - the Elizabeth Letts book. Hope to enjoy the movie as well.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Mar 19, 2016 5:03 pm
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Topic: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook
Replies: 37
Views: 21227

Re: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook

I feel like my finances are probably a lot simpler than many other adults. I have no bills outside of rent, utilities (electric, internet, cell phone), and car insurance. No credit card. No debt. I'm not sure I could take a quick glance at my online statement if my finances were more complicated tha...
by AirsAboveNC
Fri Mar 18, 2016 7:19 pm
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Topic: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook
Replies: 37
Views: 21227

Re: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook

I don't keep a checkbook but I look over my statements online weekly. I go so few places that it is easy to see whether or not the online statement is consistent with my spending. I did have my debit card number stolen once and discovered it within 12 hours of it being used.
by AirsAboveNC
Mon Mar 14, 2016 9:27 pm
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Topic: How would you tackle kids claiming they've seen Slenderman?
Replies: 16
Views: 14106

Re: How would you tackle kids claiming they've seen Slenderman?

What is your relationship to these kids? Is it your business to be involved?
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Mar 13, 2016 5:03 pm
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Topic: Am I out of line? Family Drama
Replies: 27
Views: 17025

Re: Am I out of line? Family Drama

You are in the right and please do not let them guilt you into feeling otherwise.
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Jan 16, 2016 10:14 pm
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Topic: What's the big deal about Adele?
Replies: 12
Views: 11893

Re: What's the big deal about Adele?

You took the words right out of my mouth. When that song comes on the radio (or actually, any of her songs) I cannot change stations quick enough. Yesterday, my two options were Adele and an ad from Crazy Kevin the car dealer. I happily went with Crazy Kevin. IT'S ME, KRAAAAAZY KEVIN POWELL You mus...
by AirsAboveNC
Wed Dec 23, 2015 1:52 am
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Topic: DDBB Southeast Virginiaa
Replies: 15
Views: 11421

Re: DDBB Southeast Virginiaa

There are a handful of us in NC. I would be interested in a SoVA meetup and perhaps some of the others around here would, too.
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Dec 20, 2015 9:41 pm
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Topic: Ah Modern Voyeurism....
Replies: 13
Views: 11361

Re: Ah Modern Voyeurism....

That is a cool app. I set my mom and stepdad up with it before I moved from AZ back to NC, so that they could find me on my cross-country drive if they had reason to be worried.
by AirsAboveNC
Fri Dec 18, 2015 3:24 am
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Topic: What will happen to today's young men and women?
Replies: 45
Views: 25297

Re: What will happen to today's young men and women?

I'm at the top end of the Millennials and I don't really identify with them. My upbringing was very different from other kids my age. If I set myself up for failure, no one swooped in to save me. If something bad happened to me I was told (perhaps a little too much) that it was likely my fault and t...
by AirsAboveNC
Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:23 pm
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Topic: Ba Humbug, not excited about the holidays
Replies: 20
Views: 14933

Re: Ba Humbug, not excited about the holidays

I'm going to derail this a bit to say that I got a very kind PM from someone that really lifted my spirits and made my tough week a little brighter. Thank you, friend, for making me feel less Scroogey!
by AirsAboveNC
Wed Dec 16, 2015 4:56 am
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Topic: Ba Humbug, not excited about the holidays
Replies: 20
Views: 14933

Re: Ba Humbug, not excited about the holidays

I'm scraping the bottom of my savings account to get by, this week. Of course, the Christmas presents I need to have before payday are gotten, and then I'll be scrambling to get the rest between payday and Christmas. This year I would like Santa to bring me a job with paid sick days. I did splurge o...
by AirsAboveNC
Fri Dec 11, 2015 2:21 am
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Topic: Planning a Vacation in Arizona
Replies: 9
Views: 8101

Re: Planning a Vacation in Arizona

I believe you mean Sedona; Sonoma's a bit out of your way! If you like the desert scenery, Sedona is worth a stop. But yes, it is quite touristy. I very much prefer Jerome over Sedona. It's nearby. It's a little old copper mining town that was built into the side of the mountain in which they were m...
by AirsAboveNC
Sun Nov 22, 2015 3:04 am
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Topic: Reconvening the Court of Grammatical Peeves
Replies: 101
Views: 56876

Re: Reconvening the Court of Grammatical Peeves

When you are referring to another person and yourself, "Bob and I" is not an ironclad rule. If you don't know which pronoun to use for yourself, take the other person out of the sentence and see how you'd refer to yourself. And then add the other person back in. And please. PLEASE. I's is ...
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 07, 2015 5:03 am
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Topic: Do you "like" your own posts on Facebook and here?
Replies: 45
Views: 25513

Re: Do you "like" your own posts on Facebook and here?

I tend to find it arrogant a lot of the time. However, the like button can be valuable when you're faced with FB's wacky algorithm that determines how/when your posts get seen. As Chisamba said, she uses it to boost views for some clients. That can work. You might not see "Chisamba posted this&...
by AirsAboveNC
Sat Nov 07, 2015 4:51 am
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Topic: How do YOU define Intellectual Property?
Replies: 120
Views: 67741

Re: How do YOU define Intellectual Property?

M&M wrote:Because it never occurred to me that it was wrong, legally or morally.


You didn't try to pass it off as your own, so I'm not sure that it WAS wrong.
by AirsAboveNC
Fri Nov 06, 2015 12:25 am
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Topic: Are any of the candidates, either party, electable?
Replies: 44
Views: 25599

Re: Are any of the candidates, either party, electable?

Have any of you read the comments that are at the bottom of all those articles? I read a few, then have to click off because the tone, crudeness, and ignorance of the comments frustrates me. It's really disheartening. Comments sections are full of people who are so sure that theirs is the only corr...

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