Welcome Snowbirds

Yesterday I went to the 'Canadian pool'.
DBA all the way, really! polish up your French.

FALSE POSTINGS USING MY NAME ON MALCONTENT BLOG

Sunday, December 29, 2013

FALSE POSTINGS USING MY NAME ON MALCONTENT BLOG

On the other blog they are going to new lows. they are posting using my name with a phony apology.
You guys are sinking to new lows.
and a side note to the so-called catholic that thinks my nativity scene is offensive, in accordance to the Bible, Jesus was born of a virgin mother. Sounds like you are a former catholic that has turned to some other religion. Don't claim to be something you are not. Claim what you are. Ignorant of religion.
Take note.... my picture is on all my postings. Now you can steal that too, for all the good it will do you. YOU ARE SINKING LOWER AND LOWER.

here is the phony posting... you will note, no picture. Fact of the matter is, I have nothing to apologize for nor would I ever give OLGA an apology, as she is the one that owes ME and all vets an apology. And Eddiebuttwipe would not get one either...EVER. SO...when I find who wrote this using my name, rest assured, there will be consequences. 

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   Bob RiveraDecember 29, 2013 at 5:46 PM

   I deeply apologize to Esther, Olga and Eduardo for all the terrible things I said about them .I recently discovered evidence that told me all the things they said about David Israel and Ed Black were true. I cannot tell you how sorry I am that I did not take the time to look in this matter sooner.
   I hope the all powerful one above will forgive me as well.
   I have recently become a born again Christian as a result of this enlightenment.

   Reply
2. 
   A Catholic who believes in morality not fairy tales.December 29, 2013 at 6:21 PM

   To Bob Rivera,
   
   
   Now that you are a born agin Christian maybe you will get rid of that vulgar Nativity scene on your blog. As a Catholic, I find it offensive. How dare you advertise Mary holding a "Virgin Baby" when we all know it takes fornication to make a baby - or maybe ya' mama didn't tell you.

   Reply
3. 
   Esther SutofskyDecember 29, 2013 at 6:27 PM

   Bob, is this for real or is this one of David Israel's put up jobs? To joke around about the topics you touch on in the comment is not a good idea.

   Reply

Esther, you need to have a talk with your cronies. This is low, even for them.

More Identity Thief Tricks

Bet there are one or two tricks here you had not thought of:
e.g. If a bill doesn’t show up when it’s supposed to, don’t breathe a sigh of relief. Start to wonder if your mail has been stolen.

Click and Read more: http://www.rd.com/advice/saving-money/13-things-an-identity-thief-wont-tell-you/?trkid=outbrain-mld#ixzz2osPMqmXj

Merry★* 。 • ˚ ˚ •。★Christmas★ 。* 。*
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˚ ˛ •˛•*/______/~＼。˚ ˚ ˛★ 。* 。*★ 。* 。*
˚ ˛ •˛• ｜ 田田｜門｜ ˚and a Happy New Year!!

Thanks Paul, Lanny and Mike, and thanks to all the people who work to make our life pleasant here. They leave you feeling life is terrific. They are caring, accurate, helpful, appreciative, and KIND. In no order: VITAS, Danny and Santiago at Seacrest, Ed Black, Ted the CAM, Dave Israel, Eva Rachesky, the Cruise team, West Palm Pharmacy, plus my neighbors and close friends.

Suggestion for Beautification of CV

The Lost Gardens of Heligan - botanical gardens in the UK. The style of the gardens is typical of the nineteenth century Gardenesque style, with areas of different character and in different design styles.

Search Images for heligan gardens Wow!

"ON CHINA"––A BOOK REVIEW

Hi all,

I buy a lot of books from Amazon. com, as I'm sure many of you do. Often they ask you sometime after the purchase to do a book review. The following is one I just did on Henry Kissinger's book "On China." Maybe it will whet your appetite!

REVIEW OF “ON CHINA” BY HENRY KISSINGER

 

I have read several of Henry Kissinger's books, beginning with "Diplomacy," and they have all been excellent, including "On China," which I just finished reading. In "On China" Kissinger first describes the country's known history, which stretches back thousands of years. You learn about the various dynasties––and hopefully can remember their order! He explains how China has always been and is still a unique country, not only because of its size, but also because of the way in which the Chinese "see themselves." Understanding the Chinese psyche was essential to Kissinger's success in obtaining US rapprochement with this country. China has never been eager to conquer other countries, Kissinger explains, but HAS been anxious about threats to its far-flung borders. How China has dealt with countries that have made incursions along its borders over the years is very interesting. For one thing, its huge size enables China to ABSORB such incursions and sometimes change those whom it absorbs.

 

This is a history book taking you from era through era, and then, beginning with President Nixon, from US administration through US administration up to the present day. You learn that in the years following Nixon's famous trip to China, it HASN'T been all smooth sailing for the United States. Every post-Nixon administration has had its China challenges, major or minor.

 

One often thinks of history books as being dry; “On China” is anything but dry. It is a fascinating and relatively easy read. Kissinger is not only a master of diplomacy, but of EXPLAINING diplomacy and the nuances of statecraft.

 

If you want to be better informed about this great Asian nation and how she fits into the modern world, “On China” is a must-read.

TAKE A BOW, ELAINE BROWN!

As 2013 winds down, here are congratulations on a great job keeping Blog No. 2 going, Elaine. How you dig up all the interesting stuff you do is beyond me. Hopefully, in 2014 more residents will post and comment on it.

*****SCAM ALERT*****

*************BEWARE*******SCAM ALERT**********BEWARE**************
If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from Publisher's Clearing House saying THAT YOU HAVE AN UNCLAIMED PRIZE AWAITING YOU...IT IS A SCAM.
They are saying that they have a certified check for a large amount of money and a Mercedes in you choice of color. They are claiming to be calling from Jamaica or Las Vegas or where ever...One of the numbers they call from is 876-432-0838 and the person on this line claims to be named Peterson.
Do not fall for this. This person called a friend of mine, who asked me to check it out. I called the number (blocking my number from their caller ID) and made up a name and said it was my sister that had received the call...they went on and on about the check for over a million and a Mercedes Benz that they wanted to deliver etc. they are trying to get info, or money and steal your ID.
*************BEWARE********SCAM ALERT**********BEWARE**************

Pot calls the kettle black....

Pot calls the kettle black....

The "other" blog is ridiculously calling Dave's blog out on "banning" people from posting. Is that the pot calling the kettle black, or what? How can they criticize his blog when THEY do the exact same thing? I have been banned by Olga from posting on their blog.

On my blog, anyone can post as long as the rules are adhered to. Post your name, anonymous postings (which are usually made by people that desire to make cowardly and insulting remarks without getting themselves in trouble). If you have something to say that is worth saying, then you should take the credit for it, not hide behind "anonymous". So I will not allow it to be posted unless it is something fairly profound and in the intention of my blog. You want to make insulting remarks, go to Olga and Gary's blog where it belongs.

Dave's blog has a limited amount of people in the first part (of one hundred members) so he started the second part (this one) and it is linked to the first. If they want to post, why not sign up on this one?

But if they do, they have nothing to complain about. Kinda makes you go Hmmmmmm.   

Is it legal for a association to donate to charities or PRPC?

"Unless the governing documents specifically state that charitable contributions are a common expense, the Board would be using Association funds for other than common expenses in violation of section 718.115(1), Florida Statutes. Association funds may only be spent on common expenses of the Association as defined in The Florida Condominium Act and the governing documents. The Act states in part as follows: 718.115 Common expenses and common surplus.— (1)(a)Common expenses include the expenses of the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, or protection of the common elements and association property, costs of carrying out the powers and duties of the association, and any other expense, whether or not included in the foregoing, designated as common expense by this chapter, the declaration, the documents creating the association, or the bylaws. Common expenses also include reasonable transportation services, insurance for directors and officers, road maintenance and operation expenses, in-house communications, and security services, which are reasonably related to the general benefit of the unit owners even if such expenses do not attach to the common elements or property of the condominium."

per Chelle Konyk in Condo News

Northampton Q Decorations

Two Dogs!!

Click to enlarge, or go see them, are there other major efforts in CV??

Declining Respect for the Elderly

sorry about the fast talking English accent

my blog

http://bobusnret.blogspot.com/ 

Contented Hikikomori

The following appeared on Bostonglobe.com Dec 16, 2013

Headline: Idle millennials are victims of their parents’ success 

Summary:

Word that 6 million young people are not working or studying comes as no surprise to anyone with a millennial in the basement. Yes, 85 percent of this age group is in school or working — albeit many in low-wage jobs. Six million, however, is not an insignificant number. — I wouldn’t want to feed them — though apparently we’re likely to. And their situation is worrisome, as is that of their parents, who no longer fear an empty nest but offspring seemingly incapable of flight. Their fears are grounded researchers say -people who begin their adult lives without jobs are more likely to be unemployed in the future. Bodies at rest remain at rest, even when a portion of one’s idle time is dispatched at the neighborhood gym. Even more unnerving, this generation has contrived a new level of inertia, which the Japanese call “hikikomori.” It’s young people who don’t leave the house at all, not necessarily because they’re scared like agoraphobics, but because their needs are met and they’re content.

Read the full article here, even better -

http://www.bostonglobe.com/opinion/2013/11/04/idle-millennials-are-victims-their-parents-success/2rWDFWXQHo290FqUpz0HOO/story.html?s_campaign=8315   

Santa as a penguin? What next?

Just had to post this here as well as my own blog...
I was watching The View this morning and shocked at the stupidity of "political correctness" in this country. The latest thing? Santa being white is bigoted. He should be a penguin. Oh come on... How stupid is that? Santa, is based on a real person, Saint Nicholas. He is the patron saint of children, sailors and many other things. Just a little background on Saint Nick (from the St. Nicholas Center)....

Saint Nicholas is said to be just about everyone's saint; he is surely named the patron saint of more causes than any other saint. Nicholas has been chosen as the special protector or guardian of a great many classes of people, cities, churches, and even countries.

St Nicholas, patron of children Holy Card, Ukraine St Nicholas Center Collection

Saint Nikolaus, patron of the seamenHoly card, Germany, G. Winkler St Nicholas Center Collection

Patron saints have lived a life which is a worthy example of how to faithfully follow Jesus Christ and, as part of the communion of saints, they intercede on behalf of those who call upon them.

In the West Nicholas is most widely known as the patron saint of children. Many of his stories tell of children rescued from calamity and returned to the care and keeping of their families. In France the most familiar story, both told and sung, is of three little children lured into the clutches of an evil butcher and rescued by St. Nicholas. Other stories, as well, tell of children who disappeared, were kidnaped, fell into a well, or suffered some other disaster-all to be delivered through the good offices of St. Nicholas. These accounts of a child forcibly taken from parents, followed by a time of grieving and despair, then the miraculous return of the child, have profound and universal appeal which makes Nicholas the much valued Guardian of Children. It is no wonder he is the beloved patron saint of children.

In other parts of the world, however, St. Nicholas' chief patronage is that of sailors and ships—offering safe voyage and protection from storms. Many ports, most notably in Greece, have icons of Nicholas, surrounded by ex-votos of small ships made of silver or carved of wood. Sailors returning safely from sea, place these in gratitude to St. Nicholas for protection received. In some places sailors, instead of wishing one another luck, say, "May St. Nicholas hold the tiller."

Prisoners and others wrongly condemned are St. Nicholas' third major category of patronage. It reveals his strong concern for justice, especially for innocent victims. The stories of guiltless soldiers lives being spared and others wrongly imprisoned being released form the basis for this category.

St. Nicholas providing dowry money to the three impoverished maidens is the story behind his patronage for young women seeking a marriage partner. Even today young women who wish to get married still come to the Basilica di San Nicola in Bari, Italy, on the 6th of December to leave a note to St. Nicholas and put three coins in a box.

Wellness Seminars ??

On Channel 63 there is a list of good Wellness Seminars starting Dec 6, sez call Karen Conder - but no phone number.

Where and when are these, its not the Medical Ctr, I tried there. Help

Getting Our Sparkle On UCO & WPRF

**Great job Ron and Natalie**

I hear Dave Israel will sparkle tonite in the Folk Ensemble Hungarian Rhapsody,  look at the dancers very carefully.

Canterbury B Today

12/8  From 9am to 3pm its a tag sale, yard sale, garage sale, car boot sale, flea market whatever. Please drop by and visit if you have time, even if just to say Hello. Or get that extra gift item.

'Tis the season of being sympathetic to folks upnorth, bless their hearts.

Birthday Boy

Have a happy Lanny with no combination presents. Separate Birthday and Xmas gifts ok.

Hoarding is a Mental Illness

http://www.habitatmag.com/Publication-Content/2013/2013-June/Featured-Articles/How-to-Handle-Hoarders#.UqECzC-0bFE.email  

Many other Board issues articles on the Habitat sidebars, especially dogs and more dogs!

Religion should not or ever be an issue

wow...I just read some rants on the other blog which don't make sense. people being called racist, and some other unflattering remarks. Can someone fill me in on what she is talking about?
Religion should not or ever be an issue. Each person has the right to practice their religion as they see fit. Bringing it up to make it an issue is just wrong.
Are there racists in the village? Of course there are, but there is no place for it anymore. Get over it and move on.
The Inquisition was 500+ years ago.

Five Common Forms of Condo Fraud

http://www.habitatmag.com/Publication-Content/2013/2013-JulyAugust/Featured-Articles/Five-Common-Forms-of-Co-op-and-Condo-Fraud#.UlL14lAjIx4  

thanks Habitat.

New Word - Phubbing

There is phone answering rudeness and then there is playing with a smart phone in company, Augh!

Phubbing stands for “phone snubbing,” and it’s increasingly common practice. With smartphones offering a whole world of time-wasting possibilities it’s all too easy to be tempted to do something other than talk to someone in the real world.

Survey in Britain: 27 percent said they would answer their phone in the middle of a face-to-face conversation. A third confessed that they would answer the phone in a restaurant and 19 per cent said they would while being served in a shop. I think USA is more.

11/22/1963 JFK Memories

11/22 JFK "The problems of the world cannot be solved by sceptics and cynics"

Nor of a village.

Embezzlement 101: A Question of When

The more trust you place in someone, the more you leave the door open for fraud. "They were like a member of my own family" is the phrase you hear from many business owners after the crime is uncovered.

There has been embezzlement in our village in past few years - Camden, Sussex, and Dover Associations.

Prevention: Watch that there are at least two signatures on checks, but money transfers are also vulnerable,

See this example of a shell game with accounts:

Agents of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Economic Crimes Unit arrested 60-year-old Bruce David Sonnenberg after the issuance of an arrest warrant for Money Laundering, Scheming to Defraud, Grand Theft and five counts of Unemployment Compensation Fraud.

Initiated when information was received from the President of the Marsh Harbor Homeowner’s Association, who suspected that the Treasurer, Bruce Sonnenberg, had been mishandling the HOA account and possibly stealing funds.

The ensuing investigation determined Sonnenberg had been stealing funds ($22,000) from the Marsh Harbor HOA account. Sonnenberg moved the stolen money through several different accounts, involving different banking institutions in an attempt to conceal the unlawful activity. The money was traced through Sonnenberg’s personal checking accounts and companies that he owned, including Start Car Company, Son Coast Car Wash and Son Coast Hospitality.

“This type of case is exactly what our newly created Economic Crimes Unit was designed for. Our team works daily to make sure that anyone who targets our citizens with fraud or theft goes straight to jail with every charge possible,” said Sheriff Wayne Ivey. 

$3 Poinsettias

Dress up CV.  $3 poinsettias at Walmart, what a deal, excellent condition. Bigger ones for $3.76 

Creating a New Chocolate Culture Worldwide

If Palm Beach Cty 'has the best of everything' why don't we have a Max Brenner Chocolate Bar - http://www.maxbrenner.com/menus/menus_usa/SWEETS_menu_final_9-1-13Lo-res.pdf

http://www.maxbrenner.com/home.aspx

My son sez 'Chocoholic dream like a cheesecake factory with chocolate instead of cheese. Womens' favorite.'

The German chocolate at Aldi's is very fine.

Aldi v Publix

Aldi's store claims big savings so I ran a test with Publix this week. Aldi does not have bakery, deli, much choice of sizes, or much staff, I rounded up all the 9c.

	Aldi	Publix
Red grapes 2 lbs	$1.80	$5.00
Cauliflower lg	$1.80	$6.00
Broccoli crowns	$1.80	$2.50
Pineapple whole	$1.30	$5.00
Acorn Squash 2 lb	$1.20	$3.00
Frozen strawberries 1 lb	$2.30	$2.00
Frozen berry/rasp 12 oz	$2.30	$3.00
Smoked sausage 13 oz	$2.30	$3.30
Condensed Milk	$1.20	$2.30
Half & half 1 qt	$1.60	$2.40
Shrimp Ring 1 lb	$7.00	$17.00
Total	$24.60	$51.50

So you can save if you do not need a zillion choices and can be flexible. I do not like processed boxed foods at either place, there is too much HFCS, MSG, salt, sugar, etc.  

Second Annual Fall Muster at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park

(I went to one of these in town of Okeechobee excellent.)

Bring the family for a day of living history. There will be artillery and musket demonstrations provided by Seminole War re-enactors. A children’s interactive booth will provide activities throughout the day.

Learn about the second Seminole Wars from the Loxahatchee River Battlefield Preservationists and listen to stories about the Florida Crackers given by Judge Nelson Bailey. Guided battlefield tours will take place throughout the day.

The event is Saturday, November 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park is located adjacent to Riverbend Park, 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter.  FREE EVENT.

For more information please contact Naturalist John Welch at 561-741-1359. Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park is operated by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information about Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park and other leisure opportunities available through Palm Beach County, visit www.pbcparks.com.

Comedian Bill Hicks Rediscovered

Please proceed with caution. Visitors with no sense of humor are advised to turn back now. Management is not responsible for damage to feelings.

After Bill's death in 1994 it was hard to find accounts and Youtubes of his work online, but now there are many newly polished pieces. Just Google - William Melvin "Bill" Hicks was an American stand-up comedian, social critic, satirist, and musician.

Quotable "Listen, the next revolution is gonna be a revolution of ideas. A bloodless revolution. And if I can take part in it by transforming my own consciousness, then someone else's, I'm happy to do it." 

On the news "Today a young man on acid realized that all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration, that we are all one consciousness experiencing itself subjectively, there is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. Here's Tom with the weather."

Within that little gem he had connected with us, taken us on a ride there, using words economically to help us imagine a picture in our heads. It lasts a lifetime; each pocket of one consciousness he opens. 

S'truth

Thanks to Matt Kuisle, Florida Client Services who purchased the cartoon

Latest info FPL for Landlords, Tenants, Residents on the Move

FPL has more/improved remote service for connecting, disconnecting electricity Nov 2013

Starting and Stopping your Electric Service, Residents and Tenants

http://www.fpl.com/landing/tenant.shtml?cid=aliastenant

FPL Automatic Connect for Landlords and Property Managers

Participating means you will be automatically connected when resident calls to cancel service, you do not have to call each time.

http://www.fpl.com/customer/autoconnect.shtml

and of course, the basic FPL website has more info than you can imagine.

OXFAM America

OXFAM America - top rated charity, check it out.

EMERGENCY:
Typhoon Haiyan devastates Philippines

Thousands are feared dead. There is urgent need of food, clean water, medicine and shelter.

You can help save lives in the wake of this disaster.

Make an emergency gift to the Typhoon Haiyan Relief and Recovery Fund >>

DONATE NOW

Inspiration From The World's Most Inspired Thinkers

Would you believe some people have not heard of TED talks or watched them on utube.

TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) is a global set of 18 minute talks, under the slogan "ideas worth spreading". They address a wide range of topics within the research and practice of science and culture, often through storytelling. The speakers are given a maximum of 18 minutes to present their ideas in the most innovative and engaging ways they can. Past presenters include Bill Clinton, Jane Goodall, Malcolm Gladwell, Al Gore, Gordon Brown, Richard Dawkins, Bill Gates, and many Nobel prize winners.

Recently there were 1,500  talks offered for free viewing online. On November 13, 2012, TED Talks had been watched one billion times worldwide, reflecting a still growing global audience.

The 20 Most-Watched TED Talks http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70DEC2B0568B5469

New Ted talks each week http://www.ted.com/ with topic choices, like jaw-dropping ..

'scuse me I have to go watch "How to reverse climate change'

Magic World of India

Magic World of India

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00 pm at Okeechobee library

Enjoy India's astounding diversity of religion, languages, tourism, unique cultures, and food.  

Preregister Phone Number: (561) 233-1880

CAN A BABY SLOTH TWERK - YOU BE THE JUDGE!

Twerking Sloths from Libby Daker on Vimeo.

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Dave Israel

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Getting Rid of Internet Ads

A friend of mine gets too many ads on her Internet pages, so here is what I use to avoid ads.

Simple Adblock - Google it or go to

simple-adblock.com/

Internet simply without ads!

For FREE you will get rid of:
- Youtube pre-videos ads
- in-site ads
- pop-up ads
- text-ads
- background ads
- whole-site ads

‎Because I use Chrome as my browser I also use Chrome Page Eraser (find it on Chrome Web store) Page Eraser is a Chrome extension that lets you erase elements on a page. Use it to remove sidebars, distracting content and even Flash banner ads, all while maintaining the layout of the page.

I assume you would also have Popups turned off. 
If Chrome, then Classic Popup Blocker is available in Chrome Web Store.

Channel 63 Lately

A variety of new efforts are appearing

When you watch you will also see invitations to participate.

and Clubs show everyday at 4pm

this is just a photo not a link, but you can watch live at the top of Blog Part 1

MUSIC, DANCING, PRIZES - PRPC

Fund Raiser Nov. 10, 2013

IMPORTANT NEWS FROM PRPC PROACTIVE RESIDENTS PROJECTS COMMITTEE A FUND RAISER EVENT 

COME & HELP SAVE THE GOLF COURSE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2013 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. CAFÉ TOSCANO 2635 OLD OKEECHOBEE ROAD, WPB HOT LUNCH - SALAD, ENTRÉE, COFFEE &DESSERT ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC, DANCING, PRIZES TICKET DONATION $30.00 PER PERSON FOR TICKETS CONTACT CHRISTINE 318-7909 HAVE FUN & SUPPORT THE LAWSUIT TO STOP ANY DEVELOPMENT ON THE GOLF COURSE AND UPHOLD “PERPETUITY” (make checks payable to PRPC

Northern Stars Are Back

    Hello all,   hope you can make it to Northern Stars this Monday night Nov 11.  It will be in the party room at the clubhouse, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm [ish].   Will be nice to sing, dance, snack, drink, visit with friends, and have fun.

Some dates for Northern Stars:
Nov 11    Sing some songs for  Veterans Day, lets wear red, white and blue.
Nov 25    Lets be looking for songs for Thanksgiving  and Hanukkah   etc. etc...

Please all bring snacks and your own drinks and if you want to bring some to share that is great. But most of all bring your big smile

Membership still $5.

Janisse

CV Clubhouse

New paint and new plantings - The darker shades are Military Green, and Light Khaki.

WPB Veterans Day Parade

Honoring all who served

WPB Veterans Day Parade and Lifestyle Festival   

Sunday, Nov 10, 2013 Lake Pavilion and Great Lawn

Parade begins at 1400 hours on Clematis Street.  

Ho Bear!

Bloody dangerous place Canada... the bears are huge and very curious...see what happens when a huge brown bear decides to take a closer look at a film shoot for a washing machine... 
   CLICK HERE  or  http://www.youtube.com/embed/eryxAcsTcOA?rel=0  

I thought dumb and dumber was only in USA.