lets keep c brats for fun things not world news of shootings
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Have a good day
Yesterday is history and tomorrow is merely a figment of your imagination. So
if you think about it, today is the only day you’re truly alive. Here’s how to
make it a good one:
1. Get started a few minutes early.
2. Work on something that’s meaningful to you.
3. Complete an important piece of unfinished business.
4. Spend time with positive, friendly people.
5. Do something nice for someone else.
6. Be present. Focus on where you are, what you’re doing and who you’re with
right now.
7. Do one thing at a time. (Read Getting Things Done.)
8. Listen to your self-talk. When you hear negative thoughts, think about the
positive side of things.
9. Smile, even when there’s no pressing reason to do so.
10. Unplug. Entertain yourself with real-world experiences.
11. Go somewhere new. See something new. Meet someone new.
12. Do something that makes you laugh.
13. Challenge your mind. Learn a new skill.
14. Challenge your body. Exercise for 30 minutes. (Read The 4-Hour Body.)
15. Let someone help you.
16. Clear a little clutter by getting rid of something you don’t need.
17. Be honest with yourself and those around you.
18. Don’t compare yourself to others. Instead, let them inspire you.
19. Spend a few minutes alone in silence, just thinking.
20. Focus on solutions.
21. Keep an open mind to new ideas and information.
22. Handle important two-minute tasks immediately.
23. Stay out of other people’s drama. And don’t needlessly create your own.
24. Say, “Please,” “Thank you,” “I’m sorry” and “I love you,” when you should.
25. Don’t try to please everyone. Just do what you know is right.
26. Eat a healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner.
27. Savor the natural joy of simple pleasures.
28. Notice what’s right with the world.
29. Focus on all the things you already have, think about them and appreciate
them.
30. Get to sleep a little earlier tonight so you’re well rested tomorrow.
And remember, a smile is the most beautiful curve on the human body. So go now
and strut your stuff.
Yesterday is history and tomorrow is merely a figment of your imagination. So
if you think about it, today is the only day you’re truly alive. Here’s how to
make it a good one:
1. Get started a few minutes early.
2. Work on something that’s meaningful to you.
3. Complete an important piece of unfinished business.
4. Spend time with positive, friendly people.
5. Do something nice for someone else.
6. Be present. Focus on where you are, what you’re doing and who you’re with
right now.
7. Do one thing at a time. (Read Getting Things Done.)
8. Listen to your self-talk. When you hear negative thoughts, think about the
positive side of things.
9. Smile, even when there’s no pressing reason to do so.
10. Unplug. Entertain yourself with real-world experiences.
11. Go somewhere new. See something new. Meet someone new.
12. Do something that makes you laugh.
13. Challenge your mind. Learn a new skill.
14. Challenge your body. Exercise for 30 minutes. (Read The 4-Hour Body.)
15. Let someone help you.
16. Clear a little clutter by getting rid of something you don’t need.
17. Be honest with yourself and those around you.
18. Don’t compare yourself to others. Instead, let them inspire you.
19. Spend a few minutes alone in silence, just thinking.
20. Focus on solutions.
21. Keep an open mind to new ideas and information.
22. Handle important two-minute tasks immediately.
23. Stay out of other people’s drama. And don’t needlessly create your own.
24. Say, “Please,” “Thank you,” “I’m sorry” and “I love you,” when you should.
25. Don’t try to please everyone. Just do what you know is right.
26. Eat a healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner.
27. Savor the natural joy of simple pleasures.
28. Notice what’s right with the world.
29. Focus on all the things you already have, think about them and appreciate
them.
30. Get to sleep a little earlier tonight so you’re well rested tomorrow.
And remember, a smile is the most beautiful curve on the human body. So go now
and strut your stuff.
RogerJuntunen
New member
Do a good turn daily and be prepared.
hoagie":2h5v11ed said:
I'm relatively new here, so I don't feel comfortable setting the ground rules. However, to give my opinion: I hope the forum is not just reserved for "fun things." For example, there is another thread going on right now talking about the bad weather north of Seattle, which is affecting many people negatively -- including some C-brats. I'm glad that was brought to my attention here, including some "Brat on the spot" photos and explanation.
Are there topics that I would prefer not to see here? Sure, but then I try not to click on those (descriptive post titles help here). Then too, I can get interested in quite a range of topics - even "bad" ones - if they are discussed politely, especially amongst people I "know" (if only virtually). So it's really more the tone of the discussion than the topic(s), most of the time, that sets my enjoyment level.
Too, I find that discussing a wider range of things helps me to get to know my fellow forumites better, and more multi-dimensionally.
Sunbeam
RogerJuntunen":ge9p56u3 said:
Those are the Boy Scout slogan and motto respectively - not the scout law which reads:
A Scout is:
Trustworthy,
Loyal,
Helpful,
Friendly,
Courteous,
Kind,
Obedient,
Cheerful,
Thrifty,
Brave,
Clean,
and Reverent.
Nonetheless, they are good thoughts for everyone (although I have a feeling that a Mom tossed "clean" into the scout law in the hopes that it would work).
I agree with the basic theme of this topic.
However, when something really tragic, and therefore upsetting happens, I feel the need to discuss it with my family and close friends I trust, and whose opinions I honor, and not just anyone at large.
During such times, I might well turn to my friends on this forum for some meaningful discussion, even though I know that type of topic is not within the usual scope accepted here. (FYI: I did not participate in the school tragedy topic.)
The fact that I would consider discussing it here does, indeed, say something positive about my feelings toward the group here, I'm sure, and I know others share this sentiment.
So while I might know it shouldn't be a topic on this forum, I might well post an invitation for others who might be interested to discuss it privately through PM's together.
Good solution?
Joe. :teeth :thup
However, when something really tragic, and therefore upsetting happens, I feel the need to discuss it with my family and close friends I trust, and whose opinions I honor, and not just anyone at large.
During such times, I might well turn to my friends on this forum for some meaningful discussion, even though I know that type of topic is not within the usual scope accepted here. (FYI: I did not participate in the school tragedy topic.)
The fact that I would consider discussing it here does, indeed, say something positive about my feelings toward the group here, I'm sure, and I know others share this sentiment.
So while I might know it shouldn't be a topic on this forum, I might well post an invitation for others who might be interested to discuss it privately through PM's together.
Good solution?
Joe. :teeth :thup
Wandering Sagebrush
Free Range Human
I am thinking along Joe's line. Personally, the 'That's Life' forum seems appropriate, with a accurate topic title so folks can choose whether or not to read. My only 'rule' would be no rants, and of course... Just be nice!
I also understand the basic theme of your post but believe what you are asking for is only true in fantasy land.
Are you suggesting things like the recent remembrance of Pearl Harbor's anniversary on 12/7, and the death of the Coast Guard member in California not be mentioned? Nor such posts about the flooding that Roger Johnson and family are sadly experiencing on Camano Island. I hope not.
While I also enjoy seeing the "fun things" and do not necessarily want the many worries and woes plentiful in everyday life (especially politics, sports, and religion) to seep in here endlessly, I am afraid we do not live in a vacuum nor is everything in the world fun.
I think the powers that be (thanks loads Bill and Mike!) do a fantastic job of keeping things in line on the C-Brats site just the way they are currently doing and would not want to see absolute censorship either. Folks have a right to select the threads they find interesting or feel strongly about whether they are all fun things or not.
As Sea Wolf Joe wisely (and perhaps with far more subtlety) pointed out, many consider this site a way to communicate and commiserate w/ folks we consider friends who have been brought together by our common interest in C-Dorydom. I would hate to have the site too curtailed since not everything in life (even in the C-Brats world) is always fun.
Sorry if I came across too strong. Hopefully, I will have the pleasure of seeing as many of you as possible at the upcoming 2013 SBS CBGT!
Take care and hopefully all us will have a safe - and fun - holiday season,
Dan, Tanya, and Hannah on C-Renity
Are you suggesting things like the recent remembrance of Pearl Harbor's anniversary on 12/7, and the death of the Coast Guard member in California not be mentioned? Nor such posts about the flooding that Roger Johnson and family are sadly experiencing on Camano Island. I hope not.
While I also enjoy seeing the "fun things" and do not necessarily want the many worries and woes plentiful in everyday life (especially politics, sports, and religion) to seep in here endlessly, I am afraid we do not live in a vacuum nor is everything in the world fun.
I think the powers that be (thanks loads Bill and Mike!) do a fantastic job of keeping things in line on the C-Brats site just the way they are currently doing and would not want to see absolute censorship either. Folks have a right to select the threads they find interesting or feel strongly about whether they are all fun things or not.
As Sea Wolf Joe wisely (and perhaps with far more subtlety) pointed out, many consider this site a way to communicate and commiserate w/ folks we consider friends who have been brought together by our common interest in C-Dorydom. I would hate to have the site too curtailed since not everything in life (even in the C-Brats world) is always fun.
Sorry if I came across too strong. Hopefully, I will have the pleasure of seeing as many of you as possible at the upcoming 2013 SBS CBGT!
Take care and hopefully all us will have a safe - and fun - holiday season,
Dan, Tanya, and Hannah on C-Renity
starcrafttom
Active member
Hi, in my own defense roger yard flooding is boat relate because he may have needed one to get out. :roll:
I do have a little problem with the first post of a new member (Hi, what type of boat do you have) being to tell all us old timers how to behave on our, well Bill and Mikes, site?? just seems a little strange to me.
I do have a little problem with the first post of a new member (Hi, what type of boat do you have) being to tell all us old timers how to behave on our, well Bill and Mikes, site?? just seems a little strange to me.
Tom,
Although I was sorry to hear it, I greatly welcomed your post about Roger and his family. Great to hear that things appear to be fine w/ the Johnsons and they did not experience too much grief from the flooding.
My point is you do not need a defense in the slightest for a post telling us things - even things that do not qualify as "fun things" - related to C-Brats.
To me these posts are just as important as the fun stuff.
Looking forward to seeing you and Susan at the SBS.
Take care,
Dan, Tanya, and Hannah on C-Renity
Although I was sorry to hear it, I greatly welcomed your post about Roger and his family. Great to hear that things appear to be fine w/ the Johnsons and they did not experience too much grief from the flooding.
My point is you do not need a defense in the slightest for a post telling us things - even things that do not qualify as "fun things" - related to C-Brats.
To me these posts are just as important as the fun stuff.
Looking forward to seeing you and Susan at the SBS.
Take care,
Dan, Tanya, and Hannah on C-Renity
starcrafttom":1xxvkzns said:
hoagie,
Welcome to the forum! I have to second what Tom said. This is the C-Brats and the only rule is 'Just Be Nice'.
Mike and Bill, the owners of this forum, regulate the content very well. We have freedom here to address many topics, subject to the owners tolerance. You have total freedom to read or not read any particular post.
Why don't you tell us about yourself, your boat, and your boating? We would love to hear about that.
So what makes an"old timer"? There are people here twenty years my junior that have far more posts than I, and some that are twenty years my senior that don't have as many. Is it how long we have been a member? Or how many boats we have owned? We all should be able to discuss local, national, and world events, good and bad here in the proper forum. But lets all try to use empathy, courtesy, compassion, and common sense before we hit the submit button. Somtimes I think we forget just how much we rely on facial expressions, tone of the voice, and body language when we talk and smiley faces just aren't the same. Just be "frickin" nice. Sounds simple.
starcrafttom
Active member
Hell if I am talking most likely I am smiling :lol:
As for the old timer thing. In this case it would be time on the site. but I get your point that everyone is welcome ( I said Hi didn't I ). It was just a odd way to start.
As for the old timer thing. In this case it would be time on the site. but I get your point that everyone is welcome ( I said Hi didn't I ). It was just a odd way to start.
T.R. Bauer
New member
Dang it, I missed something interesting (again)......
Sunbeam, Sea Wolf, Roger, Dan, Larry. (And I may have missed someone), but I have to agree. There is a time and place for real world experience, and a way and a place for us to share, support and soothe as we need. For me, this site has been a place of refuge at times, and I have friends here who have been support along the way. Life is not always fun, nor is the path always smooth but if we remember the just be nice rule, (and it is very rare that it isn't practiced here), then we have a safe place to come and both share and gather support.
There are many on this site who have served in EMS, Law Enforcement, various medical fields, fire fighters, and military who have had similar experiences over the years and these folks share some common bond, and understand the coping necessary. The shared strength helps the individual time and again.
The shock and horror of the events at that school, I wish I could only imagine, and being a responder on that scene will always be in the back of their memories. I think, for us to offer caring, sympathetic, encouraging remarks, in a respectful way, seems fully appropriate for our C-Brat family. I think the "Life's Like That" forum seems like an appropriate place.
For us to acknowledge tragedy, to support each other is what a family does.
Most of us are mature enough to know life is real, in all it's aspects. Being upbeat and positive is a very precious attitude. (Thanks Brent, for a very practical list.)
The other thread about the school incident, it appeared to me, was locked because it was taking a turn into a very negative discussion. Good timing Mike and Bill, and thanks again for all you do to keep this sight the best boating forum on the web, positively.
Sorry, I missed seeing about Roger's flood. Thanks Tom for sharing that, because we all care for one another and in our own way want to do whatever we can to help out a "family" member, be it good thoughts, prayers or come by and help with a pump, bucket or mop.
Thanks again, to my Brat Friends for all your support along the way.
Harvey
SleepyC:moon
There are many on this site who have served in EMS, Law Enforcement, various medical fields, fire fighters, and military who have had similar experiences over the years and these folks share some common bond, and understand the coping necessary. The shared strength helps the individual time and again.
The shock and horror of the events at that school, I wish I could only imagine, and being a responder on that scene will always be in the back of their memories. I think, for us to offer caring, sympathetic, encouraging remarks, in a respectful way, seems fully appropriate for our C-Brat family. I think the "Life's Like That" forum seems like an appropriate place.
For us to acknowledge tragedy, to support each other is what a family does.
Most of us are mature enough to know life is real, in all it's aspects. Being upbeat and positive is a very precious attitude. (Thanks Brent, for a very practical list.)
The other thread about the school incident, it appeared to me, was locked because it was taking a turn into a very negative discussion. Good timing Mike and Bill, and thanks again for all you do to keep this sight the best boating forum on the web, positively.
Sorry, I missed seeing about Roger's flood. Thanks Tom for sharing that, because we all care for one another and in our own way want to do whatever we can to help out a "family" member, be it good thoughts, prayers or come by and help with a pump, bucket or mop.
Thanks again, to my Brat Friends for all your support along the way.
Harvey
SleepyC:moon
I just observed on another thread that Hoagie has apologized for initiating this thread.
Hoagie, on my part, your apology is accepted although I'm not certain that an apology is needed.
I understand that when an individual "moves" into a community, he isn't familiar with all the intricacies of his new homeland. When I first joined the former C Dog site I was not only new to the site but a total newbie to computers so I was hesitant to share my name, occupation...etc.etc.
When Bill and Mike started this site, they wanted this to not only be a C-Dory site but a community of friends with a common interest and a site that would enable the members to "talk" about other topics that interested them.
They even created a specific Forum entitled "That's Life" that is only viewed by participants that have officially signed on to be a part of this community. Often times when folks start a new thread they don't always attempt to categorize their thread into an appropriate forum, either because they are unfamiliar with the way in which the site is set up or merely because they forget about the forum categories.
Hoagie, I welcome you to the site and am certain that as you spend time viewing the site you will become familiar with its' workings and may even find many folks that over time will be like family to you.
If you have a boat, please share information like that with us so we can get to know you. (If you don't have a boat, no problem....just enjoy the community).
Stick around and have some fun with us. :wink
Hoagie, on my part, your apology is accepted although I'm not certain that an apology is needed.
I understand that when an individual "moves" into a community, he isn't familiar with all the intricacies of his new homeland. When I first joined the former C Dog site I was not only new to the site but a total newbie to computers so I was hesitant to share my name, occupation...etc.etc.
When Bill and Mike started this site, they wanted this to not only be a C-Dory site but a community of friends with a common interest and a site that would enable the members to "talk" about other topics that interested them.
They even created a specific Forum entitled "That's Life" that is only viewed by participants that have officially signed on to be a part of this community. Often times when folks start a new thread they don't always attempt to categorize their thread into an appropriate forum, either because they are unfamiliar with the way in which the site is set up or merely because they forget about the forum categories.
Hoagie, I welcome you to the site and am certain that as you spend time viewing the site you will become familiar with its' workings and may even find many folks that over time will be like family to you.
If you have a boat, please share information like that with us so we can get to know you. (If you don't have a boat, no problem....just enjoy the community).
Stick around and have some fun with us. :wink