Posted by: oldman
What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 03:20 PM
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What did you learn today?
Posted by: MrEd
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 03:29 PM
i learned that when i grow up i want to be a trust fund baby. 
well, ok. maybe not. Today I learned not to mistake arrogance for confidence.
well, ok. maybe not. Today I learned not to mistake arrogance for confidence.
Posted by: Leo_E_49
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 03:29 PM
In general I learned a little more about Singapore's culture and armed forces today because it's National Day here.
In terms of MA, I learned a little about what it means to be realistic in my approach to SD.
(Trying to keep it on topic)
In terms of MA, I learned a little about what it means to be realistic in my approach to SD.
(Trying to keep it on topic)
Posted by: sunspots
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 03:35 PM
I learned that even when my Sifu seems to be just nitpicking for it's own sake, he cares about me, and wants me to be a better martial artist.
Posted by: Crash
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 03:45 PM
I need new running shoes.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 04:08 PM
What did I learn today? I learned that a fellow employee will be leaving and she'll be missed.
I learned that a fellow employee who is also a martial artist has to wait for 3 months like myself to be able to get an MRI so that we can see a specialist to fix the problems. (Her leg injury due to sparring in Germany 2 weeks ago; me two crushed vertibrea in neck)
I learned that I'm missing my training and that I'm going next week no matter what pain I'm in. I'll just have to learn my limitations.
I learned that though I can't be all that I can be until after my surgery that today I am better off then most and I should be thankful. And that I will work with the limitations I have as later it will make me a better person.
I've learned that because of the Kick/Punch/Rape thread that I'm angry that this happens and fear more for my wife and daughter more then anything else.
I've learned again how useful this forum is and how thankful that there are such a wide variety of people on it that share many of the same interests. Thanks
I learned that a fellow employee who is also a martial artist has to wait for 3 months like myself to be able to get an MRI so that we can see a specialist to fix the problems. (Her leg injury due to sparring in Germany 2 weeks ago; me two crushed vertibrea in neck)
I learned that I'm missing my training and that I'm going next week no matter what pain I'm in. I'll just have to learn my limitations.
I learned that though I can't be all that I can be until after my surgery that today I am better off then most and I should be thankful. And that I will work with the limitations I have as later it will make me a better person.
I've learned that because of the Kick/Punch/Rape thread that I'm angry that this happens and fear more for my wife and daughter more then anything else.
I've learned again how useful this forum is and how thankful that there are such a wide variety of people on it that share many of the same interests. Thanks
Posted by: SANCHIN31
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 04:27 PM
I miss my training too,but it's not as important as alot of things.
I learned that alot of people care about me no matter how prideful and pigheaded I am.
Me too! Thanks!
I learned that alot of people care about me no matter how prideful and pigheaded I am.
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I've learned again how useful this forum is and how thankful that there are such a wide variety of people on it that share many of the same interests. Thanks
Me too! Thanks!
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 05:04 PM
I learned that The ring girls that work the 'Hook n Shoot' MMA promoted Fight nights in FL and GA are significantly hotter than the UFC girls 
(got a couple of dvd's for my birthday).
I learned that to comment on this to my wife is a mistake
I learned that apples taste indescribably better picked fresh off a tree in the countryside than bought from a shop.
I learned that Citroen Berlingo vans do not handle well during hand-brake turns.
I learned that male dogs give can give themselves sexual pleasure using their paw.
I think thats about it.
(got a couple of dvd's for my birthday).I learned that to comment on this to my wife is a mistake
I learned that apples taste indescribably better picked fresh off a tree in the countryside than bought from a shop.
I learned that Citroen Berlingo vans do not handle well during hand-brake turns.
I learned that male dogs give can give themselves sexual pleasure using their paw.
I think thats about it.
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 05:20 PM
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I learned that male dogs give can give themselves sexual pleasure using their paw.
Thats really weird. You think they would use their maw.
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 05:40 PM
Continuing in word play of this nature will lead to corruption of the lyrics of 'The Bear Necessities'
The dog in question was my In-Laws new French Bulldog. By a quirk of the breed neither the b1tche$ or Dogs can reach their privates with their mouths. I walked in on 'Gus' (for that is the little sleaze-beast's name) having a 'special moment'. It looked for all the world like he was strumming an air-guitar!!
The dog in question was my In-Laws new French Bulldog. By a quirk of the breed neither the b1tche$ or Dogs can reach their privates with their mouths. I walked in on 'Gus' (for that is the little sleaze-beast's name) having a 'special moment'. It looked for all the world like he was strumming an air-guitar!!
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 06:08 PM
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I miss my training too,but it's not as important as alot of things.
I learned that alot of people care about me no matter how prideful and pigheaded I am.
You were one of the people I was thinking of when I wrote part of my learned items. My injuries can be fixed ... hopefully ... and were made by myself with an unfortunate fall on my head and shoulder. Yours hit you without warning and you could do nothing to hinder it. Again mine and other's wishes go to you in your fight ... and why it puts other small things into a better light.
Posted by: Reiki
Today I learned : - 08/09/05 06:22 PM
that my weekend instructors [menkyo certification camp] was cancelled
that someone at school had taken my sons shirt & tie, stuffed them down the toilet and peed on them
that my afternoon helper was sick
that my truck needed $$$$$$$$$ worth of repairs to get its COF
on the good side I learned a few more interesting cobra hold variations
that I can make a guy who outweighs me twice go down on his knees in agony by doing a small thing or 2 to his hand and arm
that I can still do flying tumbles with a stick
that I am fitter than most in my dojo
that someone at school had taken my sons shirt & tie, stuffed them down the toilet and peed on them
that my afternoon helper was sick
that my truck needed $$$$$$$$$ worth of repairs to get its COF
on the good side I learned a few more interesting cobra hold variations
that I can make a guy who outweighs me twice go down on his knees in agony by doing a small thing or 2 to his hand and arm
that I can still do flying tumbles with a stick
that I am fitter than most in my dojo
Posted by: umsangil
Re: Today I learned : - 08/09/05 06:55 PM
Consuming pho helps one recover from a hangover. 
If I give love I wont always receive it
Training eases pain of the heart
Theres always something positive to focus on
If I give love I wont always receive it
Training eases pain of the heart
Theres always something positive to focus on
Posted by: Christie
Re: Today I learned : - 08/09/05 07:19 PM
Today I learned...
That not matter how fast I pedal, I will not be able to beat the rain to work.
My fourth form at Tae Kwon Do.
That my friend's, friend's brother (grade 10) passed away due to Lukemia on Saturday, only four days after he was diagnosed.
That not matter how fast I pedal, I will not be able to beat the rain to work.
My fourth form at Tae Kwon Do.
That my friend's, friend's brother (grade 10) passed away due to Lukemia on Saturday, only four days after he was diagnosed.
Posted by: Raul Perez
Re: Today I learned : - 08/09/05 10:21 PM
I learned what people on this forum do professionally.... in a previous thread
And I learned a little tweak I needed in Kusanku.
And I learned a little tweak I needed in Kusanku.
Posted by: awais786
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 10:26 PM
I learned more about armed forces around the world and thatcountries like india and pakistan are finally talking about friendship and are devloping preety fast.
In MA, i learned about more Pressure points
In MA, i learned about more Pressure points
Posted by: Bushi_no_ki
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 10:49 PM
I learned that I have arthritis, sculiosis, and lumbago (all mild). I also learned that I WILL be able to return to class soon. WOOOOHOOOO!!!!!!!!
Posted by: ButterflyPalm
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 11:02 PM
I've reached an age where I've come full circle and therefore learning how to learn again is more important than learning anything new. And also that anything new is not necessarily better.
Posted by: PierrePressure
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 11:22 PM
I learned (once again) that you can't beat yourself up and over-analyze everything, whether in MA or in life (because of analysis paralysis: you literally hit a point where you're scared to do anything).
I realized (thanks to this forum) that I have to stop comparing myself to the other people in my class, and compete against myself.
I learned hook kick, a new combination, ridgehand (with the forward hand), and jump spin hook kick. Interesting, frustrating stuff, but I love it.
I realized (thanks to this forum) that I have to stop comparing myself to the other people in my class, and compete against myself.
I learned hook kick, a new combination, ridgehand (with the forward hand), and jump spin hook kick. Interesting, frustrating stuff, but I love it
.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/09/05 11:32 PM
Posted by: spectrum
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 12:16 AM
I learned Barns and Noble can change a book cover and the date of publication.
Posted by: Boomer
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 12:50 AM
I learned that you'll never again be as young as you are right now. Also, apparently age 30 is the "new 18".
Posted by: Boomer
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 12:53 AM
Quote:Quote:
I learned that male dogs give can give themselves sexual pleasure using their paw.
Thats really weird. You think they would use their maw.
I learned all this stuff, right now.
I also learned that we have very tolerant moderators
Posted by: Celebrian
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 04:16 AM
I learned that in-class analytical essays aren't that bad.
I learned that i need some new shoes.
I learned that our graphics test tomorrow isn't on what i thought i was on ive got some study to do.
i learned some stuff yesterday too, just thought i would let yuh know!
I learned that i need some new shoes.
I learned that our graphics test tomorrow isn't on what i thought i was on
ive got some study to do. i learned some stuff yesterday too, just thought i would let yuh know!
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 08:01 AM
To my sorrow, I learned that there are some things that can't be fixed.
Posted by: eyrie
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 08:39 AM
Oh dear, did your teacup die?
Today I learned that no matter what you do or say, some people are fat, lazy, whinging cretins who are just too dumb to take a hint.
I learned that doing stuff WITH your child is more important that WHAT you're doing.
I also learned that the most important thing to a child is your attention - 100%.
I learned that food burns really quickly if you don't keep an eye on it.
I learned that someone's carpentry skill was worse than mine.
And my wife learned that one does not refill a butane lighter with Zippo lighter fluid....
Today I learned that no matter what you do or say, some people are fat, lazy, whinging cretins who are just too dumb to take a hint.
I learned that doing stuff WITH your child is more important that WHAT you're doing.
I also learned that the most important thing to a child is your attention - 100%.
I learned that food burns really quickly if you don't keep an eye on it.
I learned that someone's carpentry skill was worse than mine.
And my wife learned that one does not refill a butane lighter with Zippo lighter fluid....
Posted by: shoshinkan
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 09:16 AM
I learnt how to not keep banging on about karate to people that dont really want to know about karate, as they have their own beliefs and expierience - just wish they would stop asking though ??????????
I learnt that I am not a domestic God and miss my wife terribly for a few specific reasons
I learnt that I am not a domestic God and miss my wife terribly for a few specific reasons
Posted by: funstick5000
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 09:33 AM
today i've learnt that i can sleep for a strait 12 hours having done it last nite and that i slept funny because my hair is supporting itself.
yesterday i learnt that it hurts when you crack you're knuckles playing around with your home made nunchuckahs (sp)
and that the new willy wonka movie is rather brilliant. i also realised recentley that my left leg is a lot worse at kicking than my right.
yesterday i learnt that it hurts when you crack you're knuckles playing around with your home made nunchuckahs (sp)
and that the new willy wonka movie is rather brilliant. i also realised recentley that my left leg is a lot worse at kicking than my right.
Posted by: fattts14
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 10:46 AM
I learned that today is my last class in Systema, due to the guy who rents out the space wants it back and my instructor hasn't found a new building yet.
Posted by: schanne
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 10:47 AM
Oldman, it's only 10:00AM in NJ, but I do expect to learn something by the end of the day.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 12:33 PM
I have learned that I can never, ever slack off in my attention to detail. When I am sure that I know something is most certainly the time that I don't.
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 01:35 PM
"The man who is at the peak of his success, and the man who has just failed are in exactly the same position. Each must decide what he will do next."
Jigoro Kano
Jigoro Kano
Posted by: tkd_high_green
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/10/05 10:33 PM
I learned that if you tease a blackbelt for messing up on what is currently your highest pattern, you will immediately turn around and mess up on your lowest pattern! lol!
Laura
Laura
Posted by: Christie
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/11/05 10:00 AM
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I have learned that I can never, ever slack off in my attention to detail. When I am sure that I know something is most certainly the time that I don't.
I've learnt that one over and over and over again. Guess I haven't really learnt it then have I?
I learnt that my fourth form works muscles I apparently don't work that often because I'm still sore from my Tuesday class, biking to work was interesting and Tae Kwon Do today will be even more interesting.
Posted by: steyr_scout308
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/11/05 11:48 AM
I'v learned I need to learn to relax to become a better martial artist. I haven't learned how just yet, but I'm workin' on it
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/11/05 02:45 PM
Quote:
"The man who is at the peak of his success, and the man who has just failed are in exactly the same position. Each must decide what he will do next."
Jigoro Kano
But which of the two is in a better position to take the next step of their journey?
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/11/05 02:55 PM
Quote:
QUOTED BY EYRIE
I learned that doing stuff WITH your child is more important that WHAT you're doing.
I also learned that the most important thing to a child is your attention - 100%.
I learned that Eyrie's words struck an cord with me and I will now plan something this weekend with my daughter.
Posted by: etaks86
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/11/05 04:01 PM
well, it's only like 3:52 and for today i havn't learned much yet but on a small note i have learned that on these kind of forums and in life there's people that no matter what you say they will only focus on the part of that they don't like and be mean to you because of it and no matter how many times you point out the rest of what you said and that you didn't even write what they said they will still not understand because they are closedminded or at least for that moment they are. i've learned that people will only see what they want to see no matter what is there in front of them. and i've learned that alot of people in the world are brain washed to think how other people want them to in one way or another.
Posted by: Foolsgold
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/12/05 01:17 AM
I learned why we only use light contact to the head when we spar.
I learned that people training in the exact same style can fight completely differently.
I learned that the guy I had a blast sparring tonight will be back in two weeks.
I relearned my love for Tad Williams' story telling.
I learned that Cord is really, really gross.
I learned that I may not be able to make my next grading...again! (arghh!)
I learned that people training in the exact same style can fight completely differently.
I learned that the guy I had a blast sparring tonight will be back in two weeks.
I relearned my love for Tad Williams' story telling.
I learned that Cord is really, really gross
.I learned that I may not be able to make my next grading...again! (arghh!
)
Posted by: funstick5000
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/16/05 11:00 AM
how to write in elvish.
Posted by: Sogobudo
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/16/05 11:07 AM
I learned how to properly restring and retie nunchaku, very interesting and also very important.
Posted by: Christie
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/16/05 11:14 AM
That waiting for the billboard to fall out of the sky and hit me that says "Your leaving on Friday" isn't going to hit me until my first night in Toronto.
Geez, I'm already homesick and I haven't left yet!!
Geez, I'm already homesick and I haven't left yet!!
Posted by: Reiki
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 12:11 AM
That no-one at vodafone knows what they are doing wrt smartphone setups.
My wonderful new imate smartphone SP3 popped its clogs on monday and I've spent the last couple of days trying to get it to hook up to my server and collect my email from work.
So now I've spent a total of ???!! hours trying to find ppl who know how to set up vpn over gprs on a smartphone mobile using windows mobile 2003 and activesync.
I got it surfing the net ok after recreating all the gprs setups from scratch, but it just wont hook up, I know I've prob left a tick off somewhere or put the wrong thing in one of the boxes..... its so frustrating!
Today I downloaded all the new software and gave it a hard boot plus installed a whole lot of new CAB files which have fixed the remaining problem for the wap.Then updated activesync all to no avail.
Problem is that the guy who set it up has left and no-one knows what he did. As I'd only had it a couple of days neither did I.
My wonderful new imate smartphone SP3 popped its clogs on monday and I've spent the last couple of days trying to get it to hook up to my server and collect my email from work.
So now I've spent a total of ???!! hours trying to find ppl who know how to set up vpn over gprs on a smartphone mobile using windows mobile 2003 and activesync.
I got it surfing the net ok after recreating all the gprs setups from scratch, but it just wont hook up, I know I've prob left a tick off somewhere or put the wrong thing in one of the boxes..... its so frustrating!
Today I downloaded all the new software and gave it a hard boot plus installed a whole lot of new CAB files which have fixed the remaining problem for the wap.Then updated activesync all to no avail.
Problem is that the guy who set it up has left and no-one knows what he did. As I'd only had it a couple of days neither did I.
Posted by: Kintama
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 12:38 AM
I learned that I should write down what I learn each day in case someone asks. but from what I remember:
* I need to swim more - I did 10 laps (or were they lengths) today and it killed me. pitiful.
* It's illegal to re-post e-material even free articles unless you use the original link...I didn't know that and got a slap on the wrist today.
* some people on this forum are apparently fluent in pre-20th century Korean language and regularly converse at their dojang...I mean dochang... with no linguistic influences from China and/or Japan over the past 100 years. amazing. It's as cool as being able to speak Klingon.
* I need to swim more - I did 10 laps (or were they lengths) today and it killed me. pitiful.
* It's illegal to re-post e-material even free articles unless you use the original link...I didn't know that and got a slap on the wrist today.
* some people on this forum are apparently fluent in pre-20th century Korean language and regularly converse at their dojang...I mean dochang... with no linguistic influences from China and/or Japan over the past 100 years. amazing. It's as cool as being able to speak Klingon.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 11:22 AM
Never hide things from people you care about, even if you think it is in their best interest.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 11:35 AM
That as much as I like my friends...they don't have the answers.
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 11:43 AM
I learned that using a tricep bar with a couple of tiny weights to elavate the grip off the floor creates an awesome tool for strict close grip push ups.
That my dog likes muesli.
That JoelM has a very un-PC sense of humour
That Jerry from 'Tom and Jerry' may have been an aikido practitioner.
That Rattan can hurt just as much as kamagong if it cracks you on the knuckle.
That my dog likes muesli.
That JoelM has a very un-PC sense of humour
That Jerry from 'Tom and Jerry' may have been an aikido practitioner.
That Rattan can hurt just as much as kamagong if it cracks you on the knuckle.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 12:00 PM
I learned that Cord has a very similar sense of humour
I learned that Jurassic 5's "What's Golden" is the best song I've found in a long time to wake up to.
I learned that Jurassic 5's "What's Golden" is the best song I've found in a long time to wake up to.
Posted by: Reiki
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 03:25 PM
I learnt that my teaching skills were really good and that I'd put most of the other instructors to shame [according to my head instructor].
Posted by: sunspots
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 03:40 PM
On Saturday I learned that I need to be more assertive with an Orange Belt who lacks control. Ouch!
I also learned that it is very satisfying somehow to put guys bigger than me on their knees!
I also learned that it is very satisfying somehow to put guys bigger than me on their knees!
Posted by: Christie
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 03:44 PM
That I did indeed leave my Blistex at work.
That finally filling up my bike tires with air makes the bike to work easier.
That it still hasn't hit me yet that tomorrow is my last full day in Thunder Bay until Christmas.
About the Traditional Korean Martial Arts and that Bruce will never be satisfied with anything anybody posts.
That finally filling up my bike tires with air makes the bike to work easier.
That it still hasn't hit me yet that tomorrow is my last full day in Thunder Bay until Christmas.
About the Traditional Korean Martial Arts and that Bruce will never be satisfied with anything anybody posts.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 03:45 PM
I learned that when your instructor pays you a compliment in front of the whole class don't let it go to your head.
I learned that when kicking paddles that they are meant more for speed and not for power. And when one is out of reach don't try to over extended to get it.
Short Story: Working with partners and paddles. Firt round houses across the dojang and back and then switch. Second front round houses across dojang and back and then switch ... and so on until get to doubles across the dojang and back. On the way there the Instructor points out how extremely well I'm doing and says can't believe the improvement from 3 years ago. Then on the way back he then points out the snap and power I have. THEN Mr. Ego gets a big head and starts kicking them faster and harder and gets to the second last one and reaches for a paddle just out of reach and then "POP". Stop ... look at partner ... ask if they heard the noise ... confirmed ... go to kick again and leg gives out. Believe it to be a hyper extended knee ... been out 3 weeks and went back to class last night with a knee brace on. Can walk ... no prob ... can jog ... no prob ... run; discomfort and ackward ... pivot ... OUCH!
I learned that when kicking paddles that they are meant more for speed and not for power. And when one is out of reach don't try to over extended to get it.
Short Story: Working with partners and paddles. Firt round houses across the dojang and back and then switch. Second front round houses across dojang and back and then switch ... and so on until get to doubles across the dojang and back. On the way there the Instructor points out how extremely well I'm doing and says can't believe the improvement from 3 years ago. Then on the way back he then points out the snap and power I have. THEN Mr. Ego gets a big head and starts kicking them faster and harder and gets to the second last one and reaches for a paddle just out of reach and then "POP". Stop ... look at partner ... ask if they heard the noise ... confirmed ... go to kick again and leg gives out. Believe it to be a hyper extended knee ... been out 3 weeks and went back to class last night with a knee brace on. Can walk ... no prob ... can jog ... no prob ... run; discomfort and ackward ... pivot ... OUCH!
Posted by: SANCHIN31
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 05:20 PM
I learned the average American farm is 467acres,the average Japanese farm is 3acres. wow.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/17/05 06:18 PM
Quote:
I learned the average American farm is 467acres,the average Japanese farm is 3acres. wow.
I know that 3 acres is big ... compared to the size of the farms those ants have to live in.
Posted by: funstick5000
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/18/05 05:15 PM
cord. try giving your dog raisins. my dog likes raisins...as do i.
JoelM: try waking up to Mogwais 'happy songs for happy people' album. really weird music but brilliant to get up to.
i learned there is no chance of me getting a lift to the korn gig from my parents.
JoelM: try waking up to Mogwais 'happy songs for happy people' album. really weird music but brilliant to get up to.
i learned there is no chance of me getting a lift to the korn gig from my parents.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/18/05 10:21 PM
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cord. try giving your dog raisins. my dog likes raisins...as do i.
Good for you, bad for dog.
http://www.aspca.org/site/News2?page=New...ws_iv_ctrl=1101
I think you've learned something else today
Posted by: funstick5000
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/19/05 08:35 AM
Quote:Quote:
cord. try giving your dog raisins. my dog likes raisins...as do i.
Good for you, bad for dog.
http://www.aspca.org/site/News2?page=New...ws_iv_ctrl=1101
I think you've learned something else today
oops
but doesn't muesli contain raisins or sultanas? i'm not sure i prefer alpen.
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 08/19/05 03:29 PM
My dog adores raisins and grapes!!Many thanks for the info. Back to boring old dog treats for her.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 08:03 AM
Bump, since this one never gets old.
I have learned that you can't have a good day with a bad attitude.
I have learned that you can't have a good day with a bad attitude.
Posted by: still wadowoman
Re: What did you learn today? *DELETED* - 12/27/05 02:37 PM
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Posted by: RazorFoot
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 02:45 PM
I have learned that no matter what you are going through, someone else has gone through worse. No matter what you deal with in your heart, others deal with more. No matter how bad you think you feel, some one may be feeling worse.
I have learned that sometimes it is best to keep things to yourself when you are upset or down because they are temporary thoughts that will fade when your good sense returns.
I have learned that sometimes it is best to keep things to yourself when you are upset or down because they are temporary thoughts that will fade when your good sense returns.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 02:47 PM
Sharon -
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 02:55 PM
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I have learned that no matter what you are going through, someone else has gone through worse. No matter what you deal with in your heart, others deal with more. No matter how bad you think you feel, some one may be feeling worse.
I have learned that sometimes it is best to keep things to yourself when you are upset or down because they are temporary thoughts that will fade when your good sense returns.
Another good post Scottie. I need to remember this more and more. Thanks
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 03:02 PM
Thank you Sharon, for reminding me why I am here.
The lessons I learned in life were that people could not be trusted. That men...hurt you. That everyone you love...will abandon you. That life is about being hungry, defensive, not trusting...about getting, and guarding what you have.
My (limited) martial arts experience has completely upset the early life lessons that I lived by. I try now to be open, to find people that I can share things with...and to trust. Every so often, that trust is violated but it reminds me of what I want to change.
So, thank you for being open and sharing (even if only for a moment. )
The lessons I learned in life were that people could not be trusted. That men...hurt you. That everyone you love...will abandon you. That life is about being hungry, defensive, not trusting...about getting, and guarding what you have.
My (limited) martial arts experience has completely upset the early life lessons that I lived by. I try now to be open, to find people that I can share things with...and to trust. Every so often, that trust is violated but it reminds me of what I want to change.
So, thank you for being open and sharing (even if only for a moment.
)
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? *DELETED* - 12/27/05 03:13 PM
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Post deleted by Ed Morris.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? *DELETED* - 12/27/05 03:15 PM
Ed, Ed...changing one's mind is a woman's perogative.
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? *DELETED* - 12/27/05 03:27 PM
I have learned that Ed appears to be a bit grumpy at the moment, and I wish geography would allow me to go drink beer with him
I have learned that hickory smoke peanuts are the greatest christmas nibbles ever created.
I have learned that people look at you like you are crazy when you mention you worked out at 6am on Christmas morning.
I learned that Razorfoot has a great outlook on things
I learned that Harlan has more capacity for humanity than I.
I learned that 'The Santa Clause' with Tim Allen is not funny enough to have deserved a sequel.
I have learned that hickory smoke peanuts are the greatest christmas nibbles ever created.
I have learned that people look at you like you are crazy when you mention you worked out at 6am on Christmas morning.
I learned that Razorfoot has a great outlook on things
I learned that Harlan has more capacity for humanity than I.
I learned that 'The Santa Clause' with Tim Allen is not funny enough to have deserved a sequel.
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 03:37 PM
Grumpy is probably an accurate term for today.
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? *DELETED* - 12/27/05 03:43 PM
Today I learned that it's ok to delete posts if it's better that nobody sees it. not to cover mistakes, but to spare people reading the attitude of a grump.
oh and also to demonstrate that Men have the same perrogatives as Women.
oh and also to demonstrate that Men have the same perrogatives as Women.
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Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 04:13 PM
Quote by Harlan -
Something I need to work on myself.
Quote:
My (limited) martial arts experience has completely upset the early life lessons that I lived by. I try now to be open, to find people that I can share things with...and to trust. Every so often, that trust is violated but it reminds me of what I want to change.
Something I need to work on myself.
Posted by: DullBlade42
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 04:16 PM
I went to the movies today and saw King Kong. So I learned that..
Even big monkeys love Naomi Watts
Even big monkeys love Naomi Watts
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 09:11 PM
I learned that more people than I thought see perception as reality.
Posted by: Reiki
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 09:28 PM
That I'm not half bad as a riding & equitation instructor either
And that I can still get a lovely melody out of an ancient horse
And that I can still get a lovely melody out of an ancient horse
Posted by: Mike_L
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/27/05 09:39 PM
People are weird... all of them in some way
Posted by: BrianS
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/28/05 12:49 AM
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Thank you Sharon, for reminding me why I am here.
The lessons I learned in life were that people could not be trusted. That men...hurt you. That everyone you love...will abandon you. That life is about being hungry, defensive, not trusting...about getting, and guarding what you have.
My (limited) martial arts experience has completely upset the early life lessons that I lived by. I try now to be open, to find people that I can share things with...and to trust. Every so often, that trust is violated but it reminds me of what I want to change.
So, thank you for being open and sharing (even if only for a moment.
Shattered illusions of love? It happens,but still give people the benefit of the doubt?
I learned that Ed has good kata skills.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/28/05 08:39 AM
Well, since it is you...okay.
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...give people the benefit of the doubt...
Posted by: Landus
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/29/05 01:49 PM
I learned that posts like this can get many replies. In terms of MA I learned that Tai Chi is not this friday, but the next.
Posted by: RazorFoot
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/30/05 07:15 PM
I have learned that people on a forum who have never met each other before in life can welcome complete strangers into their homes just from on line conversations and have some of the best times of their lives getting to know them.
We would never think to do something like this from any other on line meeting with a stranger but here, we feel safe enough to invite other forum members into our homes.
Some have even been given international invitations and accepted to meet, train, and swap techniques without the slightest worry or concern for their personal wellbeing or safety.
Either we are simply very trusting or we feel like everyone here, who is a long term poster, is almost family.
Thoughts...
We would never think to do something like this from any other on line meeting with a stranger but here, we feel safe enough to invite other forum members into our homes.
Some have even been given international invitations and accepted to meet, train, and swap techniques without the slightest worry or concern for their personal wellbeing or safety.
Either we are simply very trusting or we feel like everyone here, who is a long term poster, is almost family.
Thoughts...
Posted by: Foolsgold
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/31/05 07:16 PM
I learned that you miss a lot when you're away from the forum for, what...a week? Two?
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/31/05 07:32 PM
I learned that if your wife takes the time to prepare wonderful meals for out of town guests the least you can do in return is plaster and paint her kitchen afterwords.
Posted by: PierrePressure
Re: What did you learn today? - 12/31/05 07:59 PM
I learned that I really like BJJ (ok, so I learned that on Tuesday, but this has to be MA related, doesn't it?), and that there's a guy somewhat near me whose school I love dearly, but I don't think I'll be able to go *tear*.
Posted by: still wadowoman
Re: What did you learn today? - 01/01/06 04:39 PM
I learnt that many of you are slower on the uptake than I had thought
Sharon
Sharon
Posted by: goju_girl
Re: What did you learn today? - 01/01/06 05:03 PM
I learned that I have entirely too much free time on the holidays and can't wait for my dojo to open up again tomorrow (finally!)
Posted by: MikoReklaw
Re: What did you learn today? - 01/01/06 07:26 PM
I learned today, while reading through The Book of Five Rings for the ump-teenth time, that no matter how often I read something...there is always a new way to see something.
I also learned that my hiadus from training did to help me more than I realized. It allowed my mind time to assimilate that which I "knew", and prepare for what all I can learn tomorrow.
I also learned that my hiadus from training did to help me more than I realized. It allowed my mind time to assimilate that which I "knew", and prepare for what all I can learn tomorrow.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/03/06 12:46 PM
I learned that too much lime juice can utterly ruin a completely fine smoothie recipie.
Posted by: schanne
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/03/06 01:53 PM
Everyday at lunch I read for about an hour, Yes of course it all has to do with MA and at the moment or you could say the last year Miyamto Musashi has had my interest. I have read a lot about the man and he sure was facinating. I finished the book "Kishido, The Way of the Western Warrior which has a lot of his thoughts and quotes through out the book. So I learned again today that he was much more than an amazing warrior, he was a great a philosopher and lover of all arts. 
Oh yeah just about forgot, I learned today also that a "Coach Pocket Book" which for you guys that are out of the loop is the new in thing for women cost about $300
Oh yeah just about forgot, I learned today also that a "Coach Pocket Book" which for you guys that are out of the loop is the new in thing for women cost about $300
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/03/06 04:07 PM
I learned that my teacher painted a dentists house. No biggie he is a painter. He did it in exchange for dental services. For himself? Nope. For a student? nope. He did it so a student's parent would get his first dental treatment in twenty years.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/03/06 04:48 PM
I learned that I hate inner ear infections. I learned that I hate driving dizzy to the walk-in clinic. I learned I hate waiting to get in to see a doctor that I feel is a child looking over me. I learned that I hate wasting my time when I was told that I should just take some Advil and if it persists for 2 more days then I should immediately come back. AHHHH!
I also learned that I shouldn't take life so seriously.
I also learned that I shouldn't take life so seriously.
Posted by: funstick5000
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/03/06 08:00 PM
i learnt that after having my 23rh and 24th injections into my gums that it doesn't get any easier each time.
that i shouldn't swing metal bars into my spankly new punch bag. and also that said spankly new punch bag is filled with fabric off-cuts, and that the cardboard box unfolded and laid flat makes a far better training surface than the cold, hard, dusty poured concrete of my garage -and i have a nice cut and an aching elbow to prove it.
oh and radioheads street spirit is a brilliant song, as is junior kickstart by the GO! team.
that i shouldn't swing metal bars into my spankly new punch bag. and also that said spankly new punch bag is filled with fabric off-cuts, and that the cardboard box unfolded and laid flat makes a far better training surface than the cold, hard, dusty poured concrete of my garage -and i have a nice cut and an aching elbow to prove it.
oh and radioheads street spirit is a brilliant song, as is junior kickstart by the GO! team.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 02:13 AM
I learned that a lot of times when I go on "Who's Online" to see ... well who is online ... that Ranger is doing the same thing too. Hey Ranger how's things going? See you on the boards or peeking in the backdoor.
Posted by: still wadowoman
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 05:43 AM
I learnt that
a) using a home waxing kit for the bikini line after a groin injury is ill advised.
b) expecting sympathy from either Razofoot or Matt is a mistake.
Sharon
a) using a home waxing kit for the bikini line after a groin injury is ill advised.
b) expecting sympathy from either Razofoot or Matt is a mistake.
Sharon
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 07:53 AM
I learned that, when using a radio alarm clock, I wake up much faster when a cool song happens to be the one playing when it goes off.
This morning: George Harrison's "While my Guitar Gently Weeps."
This morning: George Harrison's "While my Guitar Gently Weeps."
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 08:27 AM
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I learnt that
a) using a home waxing kit for the bikini line after a groin injury is ill advised.
b) expecting sympathy from either Razofoot or Matt is a mistake.
Sharon
Sharon, you must be green with envy that neither Razor or myself have to worry about waxing kits, but please feel better knowing that we both care about you and wish you nothing but the best.
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 03:30 PM
I don't know Matt, maybe the waxing kit is the answer to keeping your biscuits from rising. 
Posted by: Victor Smith
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 05:12 PM
Today I learned the joy when an old student drops on by to train a bit.
Posted by: Ronin1966
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 06:32 PM
Huge, unforeseen changes... are coming... soon!?
J
J
Posted by: Gino
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/04/06 09:02 PM
Today I learned that you should NEVER apply the Tiger Balm until AFTER you use the men's room.
Posted by: schanne
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/07/06 09:03 AM
Feb 07, 1882, The last bare knuckle fight for the heavyweight boxing championship took place in Mississippi City.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 12:21 PM
That pet chickens are considered 'exotic' by vets.
Posted by: butterfly
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 12:26 PM
Harlan,
Aren't those considered Chicken McNuggets? A breaded, deep fried chicken skin by another name tastes the same when dipped in honey mustard sauce.
Aren't those considered Chicken McNuggets? A breaded, deep fried chicken skin by another name tastes the same when dipped in honey mustard sauce.
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 12:43 PM
Today I learned to stand well out of range if Joel has a tazer at his disposal 
also, that dereck can dumbell kickback with a weight that many cant dumbell press
also, that dereck can dumbell kickback with a weight that many cant dumbell press
Posted by: Steel91
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 12:52 PM
I learned that a hot chick taking class with you can make it harder to focus, especially when I had her for a partner when we did coordination drills. She beat me the first couple rounds, and she's a begginer . I finally learned to ignore her looks and I started winning. I was thinking to myself, "dude, never do that again, how could you be distracted like that" And I hope it don't get worse because she's starting to talk to me more and more.
. I finally learned to ignore her looks and I started winning. I was thinking to myself, "dude, never do that again, how could you be distracted like that" And I hope it don't get worse because she's starting to talk to me more and more.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 01:48 PM
I learned that timing your workouts really keeps you on track!!
Also that my tag is probably more accurate than I thought.
Also that my tag is probably more accurate than I thought.
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 01:54 PM
I have learned, "realized" that I am remarkably ambivelent regarding my current occupation.
Posted by: butterfly
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 02:40 PM
You too? It must be contagious.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 02:45 PM
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I have learned, "realized" that I am remarkably ambivelent regarding my current occupation.
I learned a new word today; ambivalent.
Dictionary: Exhibiting or feeling ambivalence.
Ambivalence meaning:
1. The coexistence of opposing attitudes or feelings, such as love and hate, toward a person, object, or idea.
2. Uncertainty or indecisiveness as to which course to follow.
I guessed as a much due to the context but just another word I can add to my vocabulary to make me sound smarter.
Posted by: BuDoc
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/21/06 11:11 PM
Definately is contagious. If you find a remedy, please let me know!
Page
Page
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/22/06 04:38 AM
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I learned that a hot chick taking class with you can make it harder
i find thinking of Matt Lindland counter acts this problem very quickly
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/22/06 05:25 AM
I learned the body of John Belushi was found by his personal trainer, Bill Wallace, who tried to resuscitate him.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/25/06 12:18 AM
I learned that drinking too much kefir when you haven't had it in a long time can do funny things to your digestive process.
Posted by: TimBlack
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/26/06 10:06 AM
I've just learned all about the Spanish Civil War, Franco's African Legion, and British politics 33-36 (reading The Dark Valley: A Panorama of the 1930s by Piers Brendon). I love history
Posted by: Steel91
Re: What did you learn today? - 07/26/06 12:52 PM
Quote:Quote:
I learned that a hot chick taking class with you can make it harder
i find thinking of Matt Lindland counter acts this problem very quickly
Yikes
yeah that might work, I'll try that next time.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 12:08 PM
I'm reminded that it doesn't take much to make a difference:
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/world/AP...artner=homepage
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/world/AP...artner=homepage
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 12:15 PM
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I'm reminded that it doesn't take much to make a difference:
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/world/AP...artner=homepage
I have heard of this program before. Truly great idea.
Posted by: Landus
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 12:18 PM
not to let girls walk all over me
Posted by: 5353
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 12:56 PM
never pee into the wind 
Posted by: Landus
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 01:49 PM
forget that. i learnt not to be such a fool.
never spit into the wind either.
never spit into the wind either.
Posted by: Spade
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 01:59 PM
I've learned that if you throw a tomato at your older brother, he will try to hurt you.
Also that weight lifting has fixed my left leg, and I can now do side kicks again
Also that weight lifting has fixed my left leg, and I can now do side kicks again
Posted by: Landus
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 02:16 PM
yesh, tomatoes can really hurt! I threw an apple at my brother once, I have never ran so fast in my life 
It's funny, I think punching actually sorted my wrists out (I haven't been able to do pressups for months now properly, I can't bend my wrist back far enough).
~ a toast to good health
It's funny, I think punching actually sorted my wrists out (I haven't been able to do pressups for months now properly, I can't bend my wrist back far enough).
~ a toast to good health
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 02:33 PM
I learned that you can throw a handful of fire ants at someone and they don't bite until they land on the other person! great fun playing "fire ant tag"! Everyone should come to my house and play a few rounds!
Casey
Casey
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 02:42 PM
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I wanted to thank you for taking the time to teach Corporate Karate. I don't know your motivation for wanting to teach (I know it's not money), but I appreciate the time you take to invest in other peoples life's. When I got home last night I was worn out from work, my brain was on mass overload, and I was needing to get more work done. Around 8:00 pm after we got the two little ones to bed, my two oldest came up and asked me what I learned at class today, so I showed them. At 11:00 pm, there was 3 young girls, one beautiful bride, one goofy dad, and one giggling baby running, punching, and kicking around the house like Yoda on speed. It's a priceless memory I will take to the grave, and it's because you take time with me. Thank You!!!!!!
I learned students do value what we do together.
Posted by: tkd_high_green
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 03:24 PM
Thats awesome, Mark!
Its always a wonderful feeling when someone lets you know how much they appreciate what you do.
Earlier this week, I along with several other higher ranking students were called to help work one on one with the students in one of the kids classes. I was given the first choice as to which student I wanted to work with. Hands went up all over the place and one student goes "Pick me! Pick me! You're my favorite!" I nearly turned into a blubbering idiot in front of the whole class.
As for what I learned today? I taught myself Ge-Baek, my next pattern.
Laura
Its always a wonderful feeling when someone lets you know how much they appreciate what you do.
Earlier this week, I along with several other higher ranking students were called to help work one on one with the students in one of the kids classes. I was given the first choice as to which student I wanted to work with. Hands went up all over the place and one student goes "Pick me! Pick me! You're my favorite!" I nearly turned into a blubbering idiot in front of the whole class.
As for what I learned today? I taught myself Ge-Baek, my next pattern.
Laura
Posted by: Landus
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 03:57 PM
Quote:
I learned that you can throw a handful of fire ants at someone and they don't bite until they land on the other person! great fun playing "fire ant tag"! Everyone should come to my house and play a few rounds!
Casey
I'm in!!
"Pick me! Pick me! You're my favorite!"
I'm in a well good mood tonight !
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 04:32 PM
Landus,
Have you ever been bit by a fire ant? I have scars on my feet and a couple on my hand from them. But if you're game, bring it on!
Casey
Have you ever been bit by a fire ant? I have scars on my feet and a couple on my hand from them. But if you're game, bring it on!
Casey
Posted by: Landus
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 04:37 PM
Oh no! you live in south texus! Hmm if it's that bad maybe we should just play imaginary ant tag
*throws 30 fire ants in your face*
Hmm if it's that bad maybe we should just play imaginary ant tag*throws 30 fire ants in your face*
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/13/06 07:01 PM
I learned today like many other days, that after being together 20+ years and married 15 years as of yesterday ... my wife still loves me. 
Posted by: Ket
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/14/06 06:04 AM
I've Learned that fried chicken needs to be fried for at least 3 minutes and 30 seconds in 420F in order for it to be safe to eat.
I've learned that goats do not like being seperated from their partners. And that immediately upon entering new territory, they promptly urinate.
I've learned that no matter how much time you spend at introspection, the only thing you will learn about yourself is to stop introspecting so dag gum much.
I've learned that my hair makes me prettier when it is spiked somewhat to the left.
-Ket
I've learned that goats do not like being seperated from their partners. And that immediately upon entering new territory, they promptly urinate.
I've learned that no matter how much time you spend at introspection, the only thing you will learn about yourself is to stop introspecting so dag gum much.
I've learned that my hair makes me prettier when it is spiked somewhat to the left.
-Ket
Posted by: Cord
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/14/06 07:57 AM
I learned not to bother offering postural analysis to teenagers.
I learned that my next tattoo is going to cost £400 (
)
I learned that oblivion on the xbox360 may be the most beautiful game ever created, and that my Mum kicks its a$$
I learned that my next tattoo is going to cost £400 (
)I learned that oblivion on the xbox360 may be the most beautiful game ever created, and that my Mum kicks its a$$
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/14/06 04:03 PM
Quote:
Oh no! you live in south texus!
*throws 30 fire ants in your face*
Dodges and runs after Landus and puts fire ants down his shirt! Ha! Take that!
Yes fire ants are that bad, ask anyone else from Texas! You don't go outside barefoot here unless you want to be stuck by something, poisoned/skin irritated, come across a little varmin that could bite. Lots of stuff to hurt ya!
Casey
Posted by: JKogas
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/14/06 04:15 PM
I learned and am always learning that people often walk around with heavy hearts, often giving little or no outward indication. And that it is important to treat everyone in the way you would treat anyone that was hurting.
Life is short. Live and love hard.
-John
Life is short. Live and love hard.
-John
Posted by: Joe7987
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/14/06 06:46 PM
Quote:
I learned not to bother offering postural analysis to teenagers.
I learned that my next tattoo is going to cost £400 (
I learned that oblivion on the xbox360 may be the most beautiful game ever created, and that my Mum kicks its a$$
Oblivion on the 360 is a truly incredible game. I put over 100 hours into that game.
I learned today that you should never be embarassed by who your friends are.
I also learned that loneliness can be your worst enemy.
Posted by: jonnyboxcutter
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/17/06 01:43 AM
How good it feels to do something for someone “just because”
-JBC-
-JBC-
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/19/06 04:13 PM
That you can use an axe kick to shut the handle of an uncooperative parts cage.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/19/06 08:19 PM
That Right View demands Right Action.
Posted by: oldman
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/19/06 09:49 PM
Thats funny... I never imagined you as a republican.
Posted by: BrianS
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/19/06 09:59 PM
That I need to try and stay more focused on my kids.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 10/20/06 03:36 AM
Good one Brian.
I learned today that my Instructor values my grappling abilities enough to have me teach class while he focussed a one on one sesson with a black belt training for his second degree.
I learned today that my Instructor values my grappling abilities enough to have me teach class while he focussed a one on one sesson with a black belt training for his second degree.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 11:07 AM
bump
Posted by: Zombie Zero
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 11:11 AM
Quote:
I also learned that loneliness can be your worst enemy.
Quoted for truth.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 11:17 AM
That I am a real PITA when I am sore. I get PO'd too easily, I gotta learn to relax.
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 11:26 AM
Quote:
That I am a real PITA when I am sore.
Matt I think most men are PITAs when they are sore or sick.
My husband turns into a third child when he's under the weather. I tell him I don't want to hear any whinning until he takes something for what ever is bothering him. Casey
Posted by: RazorFoot
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 11:32 AM
That some people can and do learn from their previous mistakes. Also, that no matter what some people may feel is an absolute, there is always an opposing opinion that is just as strong with just as many sources to back up their thinking. Opinions vary and always will. Believe in yourself and trust your own judgment.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 11:59 AM
I learned that even if you buy a new vehicle this doesn't mean that it won't have problems. My wife's new Jeep Liberty had all of her lights flashing so now it has to go in to see what is wrong.
What is PITA?
What is PITA?
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 12:09 PM
Bread. Or 'pain in the ***'. Guess which one Matt is?
Quote:
What is PITA?
Posted by: Zombie Zero
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 12:16 PM
Quote:
Bread. Or 'pain in the ***'. Guess which one Matt is?Quote:
What is PITA?
Not to be confused with that organization that uses animal rights activism as an excuse to get naked in public.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 12:19 PM
I learned what PITA stands for today ... plus there are other smart asses on here beside me.
Posted by: Dereck
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 12:21 PM
Quote:
Bread. Or 'pain in the ***'. Guess which one Matt is?Quote:
What is PITA?
Matt's not a pain in the ass. Matt is more of a round, wheat flatbread made with yeast that you can put stuff inside and tastes good. Mmmmmm ... Matt.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 12:31 PM
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Matt's not a pain in the ass. Matt is more of a round, wheat flatbread made with yeast that you can put stuff inside and tastes good. Mmmmmm ... Matt.
WHOA! Hold on there, big fella! Ain't nobody get "stuff inside" me without a fight! Or at least dinner.
Posted by: RazorFoot
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 12:59 PM
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Matt's not a pain in the ass. Matt is more of a round, wheat flatbread made with yeast that you can put stuff inside and tastes good. Mmmmmm ... Matt.
He is not really bread at all but he makes it when he workouts really hard. Just when you thought it was safe to eat biscuits again.
*insert "JAWS" theme music here*
Scottie
Posted by: olga
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 01:16 PM
• I learned that some people will always choose to be lazy and inert, no mater how much they say they want to change and how much you try to help them.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 01:27 PM
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• I learned that some people will always choose to be lazy and inert, no mater how much they say they want to change and how much you try to help them.
Olga, that's not fair. You knocked the poor guy out! Let him wake up first.
Posted by: jonnyboxcutter
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 01:43 PM
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Matt is more of a round, wheat flatbread made with yeast that you can put stuff inside and tastes good. Mmmmmm ... Matt.
Dereck, aren’t you talking about biscuits?
-JBC-
Posted by: olga
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 03:19 PM
Quote:
Quote:
• I learned that some people will always choose to be lazy and inert, no mater how much they say they want to change and how much you try to help them.
Olga, that's not fair. You knocked the poor guy out! Let him wake up first.
Posted by: ChangLab
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 03:25 PM
I learned that I'm not in nearly as good of shape as I thought I was.. 
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 03:34 PM
I learned the harry potter 7 book can now be preordered for it's July release.
Posted by: olga
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 03:40 PM
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I learned the harry potter 7 book can now be preordered for it's July release.
I learned that too! And I also learned that pre-ordering it now would make me too much of a nerd, according to my co-workers.
Posted by: Zombie Zero
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 03:49 PM
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...I also learned that pre-ordering it now would make me too much of a nerd...
Guess I'm a nerd, then.
(But I already knew that.
)I learned I have to finish reading Hannibal Rising before the movie comes out next Friday.
Posted by: tkd_high_green
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 09:51 PM
I've learned how to tie my belt the right way, again.
Laura
Laura
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/01/07 10:35 PM
I've learned today that my professor is a complete ass and doesn't return my emails for some reason. See if he gets a good report from me at the end of the semester. 
Casey
Casey
Posted by: iaibear
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/02/07 02:09 PM
What did I LEARN today? Same as always: nothing.
By the time I almost get the hang of the variation of the moment, they move on to something else.
I learned long ago the fun is in the trying.
:-]
By the time I almost get the hang of the variation of the moment, they move on to something else.
I learned long ago the fun is in the trying.
:-]
Posted by: RazorFoot
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/05/07 10:28 AM
That regardless of what plans you make for the future, things change. Often times for the best, even though you can not grasp it now.
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/05/07 10:36 AM
I'm reminded that life isn't fair.
Posted by: JoelM
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/06/07 09:42 AM
I found out that by doing the 1040 long form instead of the 1040EZ I'll be getting back an extra $255 this year!!
And that both my fiance's and my tax refunds added to what we already have saved will more than pay for our honeymoon!!
And that both my fiance's and my tax refunds added to what we already have saved will more than pay for our honeymoon!!
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/06/07 05:16 PM
Congrats Joel! Getting money back is always a good thing. I'm just too lazy to do it myself so I hire a CPA to do it. He's good and gets all the money back he can for us. Well worth the money we spend for him. With our return (we haven't filed yet but we get a return every year) we plan to get a good washer and dryer. If we have money left over then we plan to also get a new fridge. Well we'll see how much we'll get back from Uncle Sam before we make more plans. Don't want to count our chickens before they hatch.
Casey
Casey
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/06/07 05:45 PM
Ok today I learned that M&M's now come with Dark Chocolate and me getting to 400 pounds has now come a step closer!
Casey
Casey
Posted by: Saisho
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/06/07 07:35 PM
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Ok today I learned that M&M's now come with Dark Chocolate and me getting to 400 pounds has now come a step closer!
It is good to have goals.
Posted by: MattJ
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/06/07 10:34 PM
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It is good to have goals.
LMAO
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/07/07 12:52 AM
Quote:Quote:
It is good to have goals.
LMAO
I have MANY pounds to go so I guess that equals to MANY bags of M&Ms!
Bring on the chocolate! YUM!Casey
Posted by: Ed_Morris
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/14/07 04:31 PM
I learned a new weather term: 'ice pellets'.
snow/ice/hail? rolled all in one tight package.
with 35mph winds the ice pellets made it feel like a sand storm.
...perfect outdoor training weather for conditioning! who's with me!!!!..... {Ed almost runs outside, and thinks quick - "damn, I cramped up. you guys g'ahead."}
snow/ice/hail? rolled all in one tight package.
with 35mph winds the ice pellets made it feel like a sand storm.
...perfect outdoor training weather for conditioning! who's with me!!!!..... {Ed almost runs outside, and thinks quick - "damn, I cramped up. you guys g'ahead."}
Posted by: clmibb
Re: What did you learn today? - 02/14/07 06:18 PM
Today I learned that a 25 pound 2 year old can turn in to a 50 pound 2 year old after being packed around all over the USS Lexington for 4 hours. Man my arms, back and legs are sore!
Casey
Casey
Posted by: harlan
Re: What did you learn today? - 09/11/07 02:04 PM
bump
Family wisdom teaches you 'not to go to bed angry.' Today I learned that even a bird knows how to end the day.
Quote: Even up through last week, Alex was working with Dr. Pepperberg on compound words and hard-to-pronounce words. As she put him into his cage for the night last Thursday, she recalled, Alex looked at her and said: “You be good, see you tomorrow. I love you.”
He was found dead in his cage the next morning, Dr. Pepperberg said.
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/11/science/11parrot.html?_r=1&oref=slogin
Family wisdom teaches you 'not to go to bed angry.' Today I learned that even a bird knows how to end the day.
Quote: Even up through last week, Alex was working with Dr. Pepperberg on compound words and hard-to-pronounce words. As she put him into his cage for the night last Thursday, she recalled, Alex looked at her and said: “You be good, see you tomorrow. I love you.”
He was found dead in his cage the next morning, Dr. Pepperberg said.
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/11/science/11parrot.html?_r=1&oref=slogin
Posted by: butterfly
Re: What did you learn today? - 09/11/07 03:44 PM
Wow...and that's sad.
Posted by: RazorFoot
Re: What did you learn today? - 11/21/07 10:35 AM
That as I have gotten older, I have become a much more tolerant and forgiving person but there are still one or two things that can set me off.