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ArnieCunningham · 03-21-2016, 03:39 AM

Stupid me! I just realized i have a pic i can use to recreate another photo! AAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!

Eternal Dreamer · 03-21-2016, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Lt. Brannigan

That stinks, same thing happened to my Grandmother. a 66 year old white woman and a black woman who happened to share the same name and share almost identical SSN's. That really screwed up a lot of things.

Similar problems would happen with my father and brother, uncle and cousin, and aunt and grandmother (and sometimes mother since her last name changed after she married my father and she shared a first name with said aunt and grandmother; she goes by her middle name, though, so problems happened a lot less).

On my father's side of the family, for who knows what reason, most of the males all shared the same first name. Aside from one of them being a "junior," all the middle names were the same. For example (fake names, of course): Robert John Smith, Robert John Smith Jr., Robert Stanley Smith, Robert Richard Smith, and so on.

Unfortunately, many of the women on that side of the family were named similarly. For example: Sarah Jane Smith, Sarah Elizabeth Smith, Sarah Katherine Smith, etc.

Sometimes led to various medical mixups, billing errors, and other headaches. It didn't help when the other person would be lazy and wouldn't provide any information to help differentiate who they were looking for. "Seriously, you don't have a birthdate, or last 4 of the SSN, something?" I remember once, as a little kid, going with my mother as she was having some testing done at the local hospital where pretty much all our family went. Due to similar names, there was a mixup.

"Really?! Do you think I've had that procedure done?! The file you have is for my mother-in-law who is 70 years old! Do I look like I'm 70?!"

It finally took my mother having to show her driver's license and point out that the middle names were completely different, and even then, the worker at the reception desk was like, "Um, are you sure?"

Anyway, I hope things work out for you, Groot. I know how frustrating that can be.

Shawshank8 · 03-21-2016, 07:44 PM

Is there ever a person who has it all? It seems everything has its tradeoffs.

DanTheMan · 03-22-2016, 03:41 AM

Saw Zootopia again earlier today, this time with my folks to celebrate my mom's birthday, and they both surprisingly loved it. We haven't all gone to the theaters together in at least 15 years, so I enjoyed spending time with my parents at what I now consider my sanctuary away from home.

Then we hit up Benihana's for dinner, my first experience ever at that restaurant. Ordered "Rocky's Choice," which consists of Hibachi steak and chicken grilled to my preference, and included some other things like shrimp, rice, soup, etc. as a part of a 5-course meal. Very delicious, and I'd definitely consider revisiting in the future.

Eternal Dreamer · 03-22-2016, 04:13 AM

Your post made me smile (well, as much as I can right now), Dan. I'm really happy to see that you had such a lovely time out with family. Everything from the movie to the meal sounded wonderful. Happy Birthday to your mother, and lots of love and best wishes to you and your family.

My family loved Zootopia, too, especially my parents. They actually said, "I really hope you get that on Blu-Ray. Loved it!"

Ah, times with loved ones are things to cherish. Gotta create happy and new memories as much as you can.

Back on topic, something is weighing on my mind a little, but I'm trying not to beat myself up about it. Not my issue. As much as I beat myself up, I'm a much better person than most of the people I meet. Or at least I hope so.

WhySoBlu? · 03-22-2016, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Eternal Dreamer

Your post made me smile (well, as much as I can right now), Dan. I'm really happy to see that you had such a lovely time out with family. Everything from the movie to the meal sounded wonderful. Happy Birthday to your mother, and lots of love and best wishes to you and your family.

My family loved Zootopia, too, especially my parents. They actually said, "I really hope you get that on Blu-Ray. Loved it!"

Ah, times with loved ones are things to cherish. Gotta create happy and new memories as much as you can.

Back on topic, something is weighing on my mind a little, but I'm trying not to beat myself up about it. Not my issue. As much as I beat myself up, I'm a much better person than most of the people I meet. Or at least I hope so.

Are you, though?

I don't know - in my experience, the people walking around thinking (and telling other people) that they're better than everyone else... rarely are.

Foggy · 03-22-2016, 09:25 AM

Thoughts are with the people in Brussels and those that were affected by the attack this morning.

Moviefan1203 · 03-22-2016, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Foggy

Thoughts are with the people in Brussels and those that were affected by the attack this morning.

My prayers are with them as well. Terrible news to wake up to.

ArnieCunningham · 03-22-2016, 06:35 PM

$80 to get a permit!! FOR DRIVING!!! :O how much was it in 1957?

Jett Rink · 03-22-2016, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ArnieCunningham

$80 to get a permit!! FOR DRIVING!!! :O how much was it in 1957?

Seems reasonable. You should see how much we pay for car registration here. A lot more than $80.

Enjoying my new place and getting everything I need set up.

Astro Zombie · 03-22-2016, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by arniecunningham

$80 to get a permit!! For driving!!!

how much was it in 1957?

$.50

DanTheMan · 03-23-2016, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Astro Zombie

$.50

ArnieCunningham · 03-23-2016, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Jett Rink

Seems reasonable. You should see how much we pay for car registration here. A lot more than $80.

Enjoying my new place and getting everything I need set up.

How much?

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Originally Posted by Astro Zombie

$.50

Really?

Jett Rink · 03-23-2016, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ArnieCunningham

How much?

Really?

The price goes down as your car ages. So last year I paid close to $600 for a two year tag. I have heard other states have it for much much cheaper.

ArnieCunningham · 03-23-2016, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Jett Rink

The price goes down as your car ages. So last year I paid close to $600 for a two year tag. I have heard other states have it for much much cheaper.

Thats for a permit? I want o go for my permit. I dont even have a drivers license yet.

Jett Rink · 03-23-2016, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ArnieCunningham

Thats for a permit? I want o go for my permit. I dont even have a drivers license yet.

No, that is for car registration. I'm saying $80 is not bad in the scheme of things...

ArnieCunningham · 03-23-2016, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Jett Rink

No, that is for car registration. I'm saying $80 is not bad in the scheme of things...

Yeah. And i was wondering how much you paid to get your permit in your area.

rdodolak · 03-23-2016, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Jett Rink

The price goes down as your car ages. So last year I paid close to $600 for a two year tag. I have heard other states have it for much much cheaper.

Apples and oranges as different states collect different types of fees and taxes to pay for their annual expenses.

Jett Rink · 03-23-2016, 02:39 AM

What is the point of vaping?

Groot · 03-23-2016, 03:03 AM

I just found out Craig Sager, TNT NBA Sideline Reporter, has had his cancer return for a third time and only been given 3-6 months to live. He's always been fun to watch, especially when he'd interview Popovich, and seemed like a super-nice, humble guy who had a niche due to his outlandish, but nicely tailored suits. It's sad to hear when someone can't fight anymore, but he seems optimistic and going for one more battle. I can only wish him well and good luck. He's a brave man to keep facing the end the way he has since 2014. Truly an inspiration.

03-21-2016, 03:39 AM	#8481
ArnieCunningham Special Member Member since:Jan 2015 Blu-ray collection:3 Trading Score:1	Stupid me! I just realized i have a pic i can use to recreate another photo! AAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!

03-21-2016, 07:44 PM	#8483
Shawshank8 Member Member since:Dec 2015	Is there ever a person who has it all? It seems everything has its tradeoffs.

03-22-2016, 03:41 AM	#8484
DanTheMan Blu-ray King Member since:Dec 2010 4K collection:593 Blu-ray collection:2319 Digital collection:438 iTunes collection:330 Trading Score:138	Saw Zootopia again earlier today, this time with my folks to celebrate my mom's birthday, and they both surprisingly loved it. We haven't all gone to the theaters together in at least 15 years, so I enjoyed spending time with my parents at what I now consider my sanctuary away from home. Then we hit up Benihana's for dinner, my first experience ever at that restaurant. Ordered "Rocky's Choice," which consists of Hibachi steak and chicken grilled to my preference, and included some other things like shrimp, rice, soup, etc. as a part of a 5-course meal. Very delicious, and I'd definitely consider revisiting in the future.

03-22-2016, 04:13 AM	#8485
Eternal Dreamer Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2014 Trading Score:1	Your post made me smile (well, as much as I can right now), Dan. I'm really happy to see that you had such a lovely time out with family. Everything from the movie to the meal sounded wonderful. Happy Birthday to your mother, and lots of love and best wishes to you and your family. My family loved Zootopia, too, especially my parents. They actually said, "I really hope you get that on Blu-Ray. Loved it!" Ah, times with loved ones are things to cherish. Gotta create happy and new memories as much as you can. Back on topic, something is weighing on my mind a little, but I'm trying not to beat myself up about it. Not my issue. As much as I beat myself up, I'm a much better person than most of the people I meet. Or at least I hope so.

03-22-2016, 09:25 AM	#8487
Foggy Blu-ray Grand Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:UK 4K collection:29 Blu-ray collection:3594 DVD collection:47	Thoughts are with the people in Brussels and those that were affected by the attack this morning.

03-22-2016, 06:35 PM	#8489
ArnieCunningham Special Member Member since:Jan 2015 Blu-ray collection:3 Trading Score:1	$80 to get a permit!! FOR DRIVING!!! :O how much was it in 1957?

03-23-2016, 02:39 AM	#8499
Jett Rink Banned Top contributor Member since:Oct 2012 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:154	What is the point of vaping?

03-23-2016, 03:03 AM	#8500
Groot Banned Member since:Aug 2015 Location:Thanos Cock Trading Score:14	I just found out Craig Sager, TNT NBA Sideline Reporter, has had his cancer return for a third time and only been given 3-6 months to live. He's always been fun to watch, especially when he'd interview Popovich, and seemed like a super-nice, humble guy who had a niche due to his outlandish, but nicely tailored suits. It's sad to hear when someone can't fight anymore, but he seems optimistic and going for one more battle. I can only wish him well and good luck. He's a brave man to keep facing the end the way he has since 2014. Truly an inspiration.

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