You're welcome Puffs
I read your story of attending your Dad's funeral. I'm with you, it seemed surreal in parts. Funny how human nature can be so embarassing at times. I'm glad it's over with, and you can go on with your healing. Let us know how you're doing.
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
sixty minutes covered this story a month ago and meet the press brought it up again this morning when rumsfeld was interviewed.... when stationing troops in foreign countries, the u.s. military tries to abide by the rules of the country.
in saudi arabia, the custom for women in public is that they wear an abaya, a floor-length, long-sleeve, loose-fitting garment that covers everything but the face.
air force lt. col. martha mcsally filed a lawsuit against the pentagon, arguing that the policy was discriminatory because men are not required to dress in traditional muslim garments.. when interviewed on sixty minutes, mcsally was so offended by the garment that she would not put it on just to demonstrate what it looked like.
Sorry Teejay, I really thought I had addressed the issues you brought up. My response was about what if it were a man asked to wear the native garb. Oh well, guess we're not on the same track.
Sixofnine Too late, I saw it! Freepeace is running for his life...and I am right behind him!
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
sixty minutes covered this story a month ago and meet the press brought it up again this morning when rumsfeld was interviewed.... when stationing troops in foreign countries, the u.s. military tries to abide by the rules of the country.
in saudi arabia, the custom for women in public is that they wear an abaya, a floor-length, long-sleeve, loose-fitting garment that covers everything but the face.
air force lt. col. martha mcsally filed a lawsuit against the pentagon, arguing that the policy was discriminatory because men are not required to dress in traditional muslim garments.. when interviewed on sixty minutes, mcsally was so offended by the garment that she would not put it on just to demonstrate what it looked like.
Gee Teejay,
I expected a little more of a serious rebuttal from you.
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
it seems that i'm a dangerous man.. last time we went over to vist my dad in canada, my sister rang the local congregation to warn them that i was going!.
wow ... i feel like 'the jackal' or something ... international danger man!.
what sad pathetic little lives they lead ...
Do you have a license to kill? Do you wear cool, expensive clothes? And drive really cool cars with machine guns and GPS in all of them?
Somehow I can't picture you like that and riding around with your 2 little boys. I mean, chocolate ice cream dropped in the back of an Aston Martin really messes with the sexy playboy image doesn't it?
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
well, i had a run in with my sister in law this weekend.
nothing direct between me and her since she shuns me.
but my brother dave told me something that just pissed me off to no end.
((((Harmony))))
Sweetie, when I think of how those self righteous people had the nerve to shun YOU...one of the kindest, most decent people on the planet[>:(] I could just rip them all a new one!
Walking that tightrope with your family is no fun...and it is stressful. I know you usually cope with it pretty well, cuz you are one strong woman, but it's ok to cry once in a while, you know. And it's fine to come in here and tell us what a bitch the SIL is, we will all cyber bitch slap her for you, ok? I would give her a spanking for you, but she might enjoy that, and we don't want that. Come to think of it, how about if I just offer YOU the spanking? I love you Mony, hang in there sweetie!
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
princess margaret.. englishman.. truth exists;only falsehood has to be invented.
-georges braque
Ewwwww!
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
i know we had a gaming thread some time ago, but i was wondering if any of you loveley folks play age of empires conquerors ed, and if so, who would be interested in playing over the net?.
sincerely, .
district overbeer
Hey Valis,
Two of my boys play it. Do you go to any of the sites to play it, or are you just looking for familiar faces?
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
sixty minutes covered this story a month ago and meet the press brought it up again this morning when rumsfeld was interviewed.... when stationing troops in foreign countries, the u.s. military tries to abide by the rules of the country.
in saudi arabia, the custom for women in public is that they wear an abaya, a floor-length, long-sleeve, loose-fitting garment that covers everything but the face.
air force lt. col. martha mcsally filed a lawsuit against the pentagon, arguing that the policy was discriminatory because men are not required to dress in traditional muslim garments.. when interviewed on sixty minutes, mcsally was so offended by the garment that she would not put it on just to demonstrate what it looked like.
Teejay, take your herbal stress pills and a deep breath.
Ok, one point at a time. (without addressing whether there's a difference in Afghanistan and Saudi Arabian policy).
So your point is that if the military policy is to conform to native customs...then if the men wear native dress, the women should too. She is in the military, she agrees to abide by the rules. I agree with that, however I do not think it is that simple.
If the American men wear native dress, are they not viewed with respect by the natives? I would answer YES...perhaps it could be argued that they would be viewed with MORE respect than if they wore their American clothes.
Now if the American woman wears native dress, can it be said that SHE is viewed with respect by the natives? HARDLY! As a matter of fact, she is viewed with contempt. So I'm afraid that it is a gender issue Teejay, but it's not her fault that women are viewed that way by those native men. And I can't blame her for not wanting to be subjugated to that.
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
with all the stories coming out on the board, which i know gwen and i greatly enjoyed reading them, prompted me a few weeks ago to start my own.
this is part one, and thanks to amazing, duncan and hillary for their inspirations and getting me motivated.. cheers!.
part one...the early years.. this will be a work in progress folks.. as i write ill post the parts.
Zev,
I'm enjoying these personal stories, yours especially since I know it has a happy ending!
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
sixty minutes covered this story a month ago and meet the press brought it up again this morning when rumsfeld was interviewed.... when stationing troops in foreign countries, the u.s. military tries to abide by the rules of the country.
in saudi arabia, the custom for women in public is that they wear an abaya, a floor-length, long-sleeve, loose-fitting garment that covers everything but the face.
air force lt. col. martha mcsally filed a lawsuit against the pentagon, arguing that the policy was discriminatory because men are not required to dress in traditional muslim garments.. when interviewed on sixty minutes, mcsally was so offended by the garment that she would not put it on just to demonstrate what it looked like.
It was a military presence Teejay, not a diplomatic one. A big difference considering the issue at hand. And hey, I don't consider it a big deal...just commenting on the discussion.
think41self
If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself!
