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Jade

Henger

Date Joined Dec 2003
Total Posts : 414

Posted 2007-05-01 9:04 PM (GMT -6)

http://helpinganimals.com/Factsheet/files/FactsheetDisplay.asp?ID=30 says,

"Many people mistakenly believe that betta fish must be confined alone and that they can survive without being fed in a so-called “complete ecosystem” that consists of nothing more than a vase and a plant. As a result, fish are being sentenced to dull, lonely lives and slow deaths by starvation. These tiny containers are not suitable for any fish. While betta males do not get along well with each other, they are able to live with other types of fish in a “community” aquarium."

What are you doing today?

Experience in the worst teacher, it gives the test before presenting the lesson.

Deidra

Naughty Elf Goddess with Atttitude

Date Joined Apr 2002
Total Posts : 610

Posted 2007-05-02 4:11 PM (GMT -6)

Working.

Why is Kumquat such an awesome word?

One day Alice came to a fork in the road and saw a Cheshire cat in a tree. Which road do I take? she asked. Where do you want to go? was his response. I don't know, Alice answered. Then, said the cat, it doesn't matter.
Lewis Carroll

Sapientia

All beings without number...

Date Joined Apr 2006
Total Posts : 35

Posted 2007-05-02 10:45 PM (GMT -6)

Kumquat
In Chinese, the kumquat is called "Kam Gat Shu". The word "Kam" sounds like the Chinese word for gold, and the word "Gat" sounds like the Chinese word for luck. The tiny green leaves of this plant symbolise wealth as the word "Luk" (green) rhymes with the Chinese word for wealth. The shape of the small oranges is a symbol of unity and perfection.

Wandering around Chinatown a few years ago I spent some time staring at a kumquat tree. The owner came up to me and said that the Chinese like to own or give the trees for Chinese new Year because of the similarity of the sound of the name with other Chinese words for prosperity. This method of finding luck or lack of luck is true for things other than kumquat trees. It is the reason why four is an unlucky number in Chinese- bad connotations with the word.

From Wikipedia, explanation of the pronunciation:

The English name "kumquat" derives from the Cantonese pronunciation gam1 gwat1 (given in Jyutping romanization; Chinese: 金橘; pinyin: jīnjú; literally "golden orange"). The alternate name 柑橘, also pronounced gam1 gwat1 in Cantonese (gān jú in Mandarin, literally "large tangerine orange") is now more commonly written by Cantonese speakers.

Are the buds on the trees opening near you?

The arc of history is long, but it bends towards justice

-Martin Luther King Jr.

Maiden

girlie kissin'

Date Joined Jun 2002
Total Posts : 1323

Posted 2007-06-06 7:13 PM (GMT -6)

Yes, but the weather might freak them out.

Are you a fan of karaoke?

i have tasted of the fruit
and it's opened up my eyes
it's given me a thirst
that's so hard to satisfy
drink from juicy lips
delicious in a kiss
allow yourself...

Raist

Bored at work...

Date Joined May 2005
Total Posts : 453

Posted 2007-06-14 12:33 PM (GMT -6)

No. I hate karaoke. It really irritates me when people sing along to the music, unless it's me alone in the car.

What was your last romantic purchase?

Are we there yet?

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-11-25 9:08 AM (GMT -6)

Some roses and a Toy for my wife!!

Wear PJ, Undies, or in the buff when you sleep?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-11-25 7:15 PM (GMT -6)

PJ's.

Any big plans for New Years Eve this year?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-11-27 6:39 AM (GMT -6)

not yet

And your plans?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-11-27 8:26 AM (GMT -6)

We've got a few options, haven't really decided on one yet.

Does it seem like this week has taken FOREVER for you too?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-12-01 8:45 AM (GMT -6)

Yea, but the next week has already started.

Is it just me but Why I am always in the mood for --- in the morning?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-12-01 8:45 PM (GMT -6)

Probably not just you. :)

Do you nap?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-12-02 7:15 AM (GMT -6)

Only at work. nono Sometimes.

Pastimes?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-12-06 5:01 PM (GMT -6)

Lots of them, since I'm turning 30 next year.

Snowed in yet?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-12-10 8:13 AM (GMT -6)

Do you feel sexy today? yeah

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-12-10 8:08 PM (GMT -6)

Nah, I save that for Tuesdays. :)

Upside Down or Inside Out?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-12-11 7:25 AM (GMT -6)

Upside down, dont know why but I am this way today.

Finished shopping or havent started yet?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-12-12 11:25 PM (GMT -6)

Bit of both - still have a bit to do, but finished for some.

Would you buy a movie you owned just for the 'gift' inside?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-12-13 9:38 AM (GMT -6)

No I doubt it.

If you could do just 1 thing today what would it be?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-12-17 7:52 PM (GMT -6)

Catch up on everything - Sleep, Life, Shopping...

Can we just slow it down a bit?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

jpeck
Tribblet

Date Joined Nov 2009
Total Posts : 27

Posted 2009-12-18 7:40 AM (GMT -6)

Only if you want to.

Where is the strangest place you ever diddled-diddled yourself?

Heather Bell

Whatever happens, happens.

Date Joined Aug 2002
Total Posts : 567

Posted 2009-12-20 3:42 PM (GMT -6)

I'm not the cat and the fiddle, I don't know. :)

What else is there?

It's only those who think they can't, that don't.

"The opportunity to fail miserably is the only way you can ever succeed." -- Rob Thomas.

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