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« Reply #120 on: March 16, 2006, 09:18:48 PM »
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and people in your country aren't in debt? you people promote drug use... steroid use is legal... need I say more?

you live in a perfect society though right?

that society never reaches further than the little rock you sit on though.


Actually, in beetles world alcoholism is accelerating beyond its already rampant state, their socialized medicine equates to substandard medical care for all but those with money, dental health care is sadly equivalent to many third world nations, crime, drugs and gangs are on the rise to a scary level.  

No nation is perfect, and all work to address their issues, it's just bhugahunks like beetle that like to come on here and start tossing stones from inside his glass house.  I guess that comes from the frustration of knowing that the USA is a much stronger, prouder and more successful nation than his own, and thrfact that he has no defenseless weaker persons to push around nearby.
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« Reply #121 on: March 16, 2006, 11:41:11 PM »
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You should remember that I was working for an American company 1996-97 and spent 2 months on site in Golden,CO.
 


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So there you have it, Elfie. Feel free to check your FACTS next time you run your mouth on this board.


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I`m sure it was just an oversight on Elfie`s part there Gulliver.
We all keep a notebook at hand marked "Things We Cherish About Beetle`s Life" so we are able to jot down the high points.
There is just so much content we can`t keep up with it all.


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« Reply #122 on: March 17, 2006, 12:24:08 AM »
See Rule #7
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« Reply #123 on: March 17, 2006, 12:30:10 AM »
if we are talking about pollution those old 707 didn't really help remember the old smokies

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« Reply #124 on: March 17, 2006, 04:27:13 AM »
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Actually, in beetles world alcoholism is accelerating beyond its already rampant state, their socialized medicine equates to substandard medical care for all but those with money, dental health care is sadly equivalent to many third world nations, crime, drugs and gangs are on the rise to a scary level.  
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Haha, Dago! You never cease to amaze me in your capacity to be utterly devoid of originality. I hate to spoil a good troll with a few FACTS, but in light of your prognosis feel compelled to do so.
  • alcoholism - oh, you've got me there. Just last night I went out with a long-standing friend and consumed two beers! So I'll be sure to pop along to the doctor's surgery later on to arrange a full liver function test. :D
  • Socialised Medicine? I have a private medical plan which has come in handy, as I did need one or two minor fixes in the past 10 years. By going private, I do not have to join a waiting list along with... er, those less fortunate than myself, and thereby relieve the burden on the NHS benefiting those more needy of its care. But you said that in Britain there is "substandard medical care for all but those with money", at the same time taking a pride in not having socialised medicine in the US, where all medical care must be paid for at the point of use. Those with no money must go to a hospital that accepts the poor who have no jobs, and therefore no Blue Cross/Blue Shield protection - hospitals like the Cook County Hospital in Chicago. Thus what you're actually saying is that in the US, there is "substandard medical care for all but those with money" - exactly the scenario as you described for Britain!:aok
  • Dental health - I have no problems, and have not needed a tooth drilled in nearly 20 years. I'd say my dental care, both professional and self administered, is pretty good, and yet you continue to blow this same old tarnished trumpet every time you post about my world!
  • Crime and drugs at a scary level - are you saying that these are problems which exist only in Britain, but not in the USA??? Ah wait, you meant in the dago world. I bet you're going to tell me that because your wife/kids do not have a drugs problem and do not belong to any gangs, everyone in the USA is as pure as the driven snow, just as "everyone" in the US can afford a car. :lol
Feel free to add more embellishments about "beet's world" -  it gives me something to look forward to as I enjoy my morning coffee. :)

Ah Mr. Jackall! "dillusional....." - this is the second time I've seen you post this word, but I do not recognise it. I do believe the word you intended was "delusional", trust that this correction will be well received, and thank you for your post which served to remind me that I am fortunate enough as to have received an education. :)

LOL - all this out of a thread about a few barrels of oil.

But now, gentlemen, I regret to advise you that owing to family commitments,  an extended period of toodle pippage will exist from now until late on Sunday or even Monday. Do continue to post your portrayals of "beet's world" - I so look forward to reading them each morning. :D
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« Reply #125 on: March 17, 2006, 05:18:28 AM »
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I am 25, I have never taken a loan out in my life. Credit cards.... Never used one.. Never had to. Everything I've ever bought was paid for in cash on the spot. My last vehicle I bought, I paid for 3/4'ths in cash the day I picked it up, and am paying off the rest because I have no credit from never borrowing anything from a bank or using any credit cards. So thought it would be wise to start building some credit. I could have paid the dealer cash on the spot for the whole thing. Its a good idea to build some credit IMO. Rather than take money from ma and pa forever.

Am I in debt? No not really, the money's in the bank and its' not going to anything except the car payment for the next year. Its idiots who take a loan out and dont pay it off when they should who run up rates for everyone else.

You got a credit card there curval?


Yes I do have a credit card.  It is paid in full each month.

What exactly is your point?  Are you trying to support Dago's assertion that all Americans can AFFORD a car?  Is that it?  

I made a sweeping generalisation AFTER Dago made one.  Mine is somewhat supported by the immense consumer debt figures in the United States.  His was just a bold faced lie.

I take mine back.  Not every American buys cars on credit..okay?

Now, what say you about Dago's post?

Furthermore, your chest beating claim about always buying things with cash is funny considering that you are the ripe old age of *snicker* 25.
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« Reply #126 on: March 17, 2006, 08:00:58 AM »
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I am fortunate enough as to have received an education.  


It`s a shame you don`t put it to use.
What I see missing in your "education" can`t be learned out of a book or in a school.
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« Reply #127 on: March 17, 2006, 08:39:45 AM »
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What I see missing in your "education" can`t be learned out of a book or in a school.


LOL.  I guess you can only learn it in Texas Beet.:rofl
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« Reply #128 on: March 17, 2006, 09:18:25 AM »
"Yes.. I have been fed, clothed and given a good education. I have also inherited money from my mother and grandparents after they died. That is a good thing for me but even if I had not I would never live beyond my means and borrowed money for things I could be without. "

But.... who really knows eh?  Maybe if you had to buy all the things that were given to you then you would have to have spent money you didn't have to educate yourself and put a roof over your head...  Same for curval..

nothing wrong with you guys getting a huge advantage from inheritance and family that can buy you the stuff most people have to buy themselves but.... It is silly for you guys to make fun of anyone who had to do it on their own...

Inheriting money is not a "smart move" nor make you an  "economic mastermind"   If you don't need to buy a car or a boat cause they are yours to use for free.... then saving to buy one is not a huge sacrafice now is it?  

Not taking care of stuff that is given or laoned to you is not that great tho.

Getting drunk because you can afford it is no different than getting drunk because you can't afford it but...  represent it any way you want...  just lay off the guys who are in debt to put a roof over their heads and buy a car to get to work.

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« Reply #129 on: March 17, 2006, 09:41:39 AM »
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"Yes.. I have been fed, clothed and given a good education. I have also inherited money from my mother and grandparents after they died. That is a good thing for me but even if I had not I would never live beyond my means and borrowed money for things I could be without. "

But.... who really knows eh?  Maybe if you had to buy all the things that were given to you then you would have to have spent money you didn't have to educate yourself and put a roof over your head...  Same for curval..

nothing wrong with you guys getting a huge advantage from inheritance and family that can buy you the stuff most people have to buy themselves but.... It is silly for you guys to make fun of anyone who had to do it on their own...

Inheriting money is not a "smart move" nor make you an  "economic mastermind"   If you don't need to buy a car or a boat cause they are yours to use for free.... then saving to buy one is not a huge sacrafice now is it?  

Not taking care of stuff that is given or laoned to you is not that great tho.

Getting drunk because you can afford it is no different than getting drunk because you can't afford it but...  represent it any way you want...  just lay off the guys who are in debt to put a roof over their heads and buy a car to get to work.

lazs


Let me clear a few things up for ya lazs.

First I am not "making fun" of anyone who makes it on their own.  

Buying a sporty car on credit is hardly "making it" on your own.

Second, I have borrowed money to buy my home and make monthly payments just like anyone else.  I was not given a house.  You make mention of six figure debt, well mine is actually seven.  But, it isn't debt on something that depreciates 50% as soon as I drive it off a lot.  It will actually appreciate (and already has) over time.

I have inherited "some money".  When my grandfather died he left my sister and I a trust fund.  Currently those funds are sitting in a Mutual Fund and are going to be used to put my three children through university.  Other than that I have not inherited a dime.

I've never owned a boat and never had free use of my father's boat, which he sold about ten years ago.  I also have no desire to own a hole in the water that you throw money into.  Could I AFFORD one?  No.  Could I buy one, yes.

So, be careful making assumptions.
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« Reply #130 on: March 17, 2006, 09:48:30 AM »
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.  I also have no desire to own a hole in the water that you throw money into.  Could I AFFORD one?  No.  Could I buy one, yes.

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That's insane Curv! All that water around you? The fishing? Man! Not owning a boat where you live is like living in a desert and not have a 4WD Toyota!  You have to consider the memories you generate when owning a boat...not everything has a "price tag" on it...the memories my kids will have from our boat ownership are worth twice the money we've put into boats. Some of my fondest memories of childhood were fishing, waterskiing, just being out on the boat with my family. YMMV.

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« Reply #131 on: March 17, 2006, 09:52:54 AM »
everyone spends money on the things that they want and it never seems extravagant to them...

You look at buying boats when you allready in debt as being insane yet...

You are in debt but travel all over (making fun of those who don't)  and go..... skiing?  you are in debt but you find the money to ski down a slope?

I don't like boats or snow so I guess that makes me really a smart money guy eh?   Unless you count Hot Rods or guns which are after all....

essential for well being.   I am just not so hypocritical about it.

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« Reply #132 on: March 17, 2006, 09:56:23 AM »
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Other than a trust fund, I have not inherited a dime.

 



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« Reply #133 on: March 17, 2006, 10:05:00 AM »
and of course the school that put you a leg up on the competition and... anything that you ever needed that was essential and you couldn't afford...

are you really that fragile?  can't you admit that you didn't do it on your own?

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« Reply #134 on: March 17, 2006, 10:08:53 AM »
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Yes I do have a credit card.  It is paid in full each month.

What exactly is your point?  Are you trying to support Dago's assertion that all Americans can AFFORD a car?  Is that it?  

I made a sweeping generalisation AFTER Dago made one.  Mine is somewhat supported by the immense consumer debt figures in the United States.  His was just a bold faced lie.

I take mine back.  Not every American buys cars on credit..okay?

Now, what say you about Dago's post?

Furthermore, your chest beating claim about always buying things with cash is funny considering that you are the ripe old age of *snicker* 25.


lol yikes, clam down there big guy. I wasnt supporting anyones assertion. You make a broad generalization and then expect one to take it for face value. If you say it, it must be true... Look at you, you have no debt, you're doing something right... Right? LOL please. But you even made the point of saying how you've leached off the family jewels for how long, so what good does that do for your point?  Sorry for rubbing that hair strung across your bellybutton the wrong way. OTOH, maybe you like it better with dago? :confused:
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