Texting - do you know what it means????

Texting - all new language

2009-09-05T06:19:00.000-07:00

when I was in school, I did learn shorthand - NEW very outdated, besides I don't remember any. But after 2 years of typing lessons, I can type with eyes closed.
Today is all new - texting is whats ``in`` and if you're a senior like me - and don't understand. I am sending codes. Now lets memorize them.. yeah right.!! here is a few for starters

?
I have a question
?
I don't understand what you mean
?4U
I have a question for you
;S
Gentle warning, like "Hmm? what did you say?"
^^
Meaning "read line" or "message above"
<3
Meaning "sideways heart" (love, friendship)
<33
Meaning "heart or love" (more 3s is a bigger heart)
@TEOTD
At the end of the day
.02
My (or your) two cents worth
121
One-to-one (private chat initiation)
1337
Leet, meaning 'elite'
143
I love you
14AA41
One for all, and all for one
19
Zero hand (online gaming)
10X
Thanks
1CE
Once
1DR
I wonder
2
Meaning "to" in SMS
20
Meaning "location"
2EZ
Too easy
2G2BT
Too good to be true
2M2H
Too much too handle
2MI
Too much information
2MOR
Tomorrow
2NTE
Tonight
4
Short for "for" in SMS
411
Meaning "information"
404
I don't know
411
Meaning 'information'
420
Lets get high
420
Meaning "Marijuana"
459
Means I love you (ILY is 459 using keypad numbers)
4COL
For crying out loud
4EAE
Forever and ever
4NR
Foreigner
^5
High-five
555
Sobbing, crying. (Mandarin Chinese txt msgs)
55555
Crying your eyes out (Mandarin Chinese txt msgs)
6Y
Sexy
7K
Sick
831
I love you (8 letters, 3 words, 1 meaning)
86
Over
88
Bye-bye (Mandarin Chinese txt msgs)
9
Parent is watching

Meaning "smile"
*s*
Meaning "smile"
*w*
Meaning "wink"

Generation gap?

2009-09-02T16:47:00.000-07:00
Is there a "generation gap" today?
In some ways, it's possible. While many baby boomers are happy just to understand the basics of Facebook, "Millennials" are busy texting and twittering.
And yet, when it comes to investing, baby boomers (born between 1946 and 1962), Generation X (1963-81) and Millennials (1982-2001) may have a lot in common.
Specifically, to achieve their long-term goals, these groups should structure their investment portfolios to provide some growth potential. However, due to their age differences, they may need to take different approaches in how they invest for growth.
Let's take a look at all three groups:
* Millennials -- One of your biggest objectives may be to save enough money for a down payment on a house. For this short-term goal, you may want an investment whose value won't fluctuate too much. At the same time, don't ignore the need to save for retirement, even though it's likely decades away. Contribute as much as you can afford to your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored plan, and if you still have money available, consider opening an IRA. And you may want to fund these accounts with an appropriate amount of growth-oriented investments, such as stocks or stock-based vehicles. (Keep in mind, though, that the value of these investments will fluctuate over time, sometimes significantly, and there's no guarantee you won't lose any principal),
* Generation X -- Retirement is becoming more of a reality -- so if you have been underutilizing your 401(k) and IRA, now may be a good time to ratchet up your contributions. And although you have less time to make up for market drops than your Millennial co-workers, you're not out of time, either -- so you still need to invest for growth potential. Nonetheless, you may want to include a higher percentage of bonds and other fixed-income vehicles in your portfolio, especially if you're an older Gen X'er, and
* Baby Boomers -- Retirement is coming at you pretty quickly. And it's both a short-term and a long-term goal, because even though you may be leaving your career in just a few years, you could spend two or even three decades in retirement, starting a new career, going back to school or pursuing other interests you haven't had time to pursue. So you're faced with a paradox: On one hand, you don't want to invest too heavily in high-growth vehicles, because these are the most risky -- and a market downturn could cause the value of your portfolio to drop just when you need to start tapping into your investments. But you can't become too conservative and put all your money in fixed-income vehicles, because over time, these investments may lose value to inflation -- which means you'll lose purchasing power. Consider investing in quality stocks, which have growth potential, along with a good mix of bonds, Treasury bills, certificates of deposit and other vehicles that may offer the potential for both current income and preservation of principal.
Your need for investment growth never really disappears. But at different stages of your life, you'll have to balance this need against competing interests -- so review your financial situation regularly and make the right moves at the right times.

Retirement -do it if you can

2009-08-30T12:34:00.000-07:00
Retirement isn't the start of old age. "It's the beginning of the second half of your life," retirement economist Gene Warren says.
And how will the tidal wave of boomers approaching retirement spend that second half? Probably differently from their parents, Warren told real estate editors gathered in Dallas in May for their annual conference.
"Boomers have been more likely to move in their previous lives" for work or personal reasons, he said, "so they'll be less fearful to move in retirement."
And when they do move, he said, it won't necessarily be to a warm climate.
"They'll be amenity migrants, not sun migrants," said Warren, whose Phoenix-based company Thomas, Warren + Associates, tracks the economics of retirement.
What they'll be looking for, he said, isn't the house or the retirement community ("active-adult housing all looks alike"). It's the area at large and its amenities: sports, shopping, recreation, educational and cultural offerings, medical care.
"They realize they're not going to live in their active-adult community alone."
Boomers also have this mind-set: They may not live longer than their parents, but because of better health care, they feel younger.
"Retirement isn't an endgame," agreed Deborah Blake, vice president of marketing for the Southwest for Pulte Homes and its Del Webb active-adult communities.
"Many people can't afford to retire," she said. "Others see this as a time to live a purposeful life. It's not just a time to relax, play golf and 'hang out for 10 years before I die.' It's an opportunity to take advantage of what's next."
Residents of her company's active-adult communities say this is a time for self-expression and personal growth, "time to do what they've always wanted," a time of lifelong learning and social networking.
Senior adults "are the fastest-growing users of technology." You'll find no paper newsletters in these communities, she said: Everything is on community intranets.
Fifty percent of her communities' residents "are still working," she said, and that drives the home designs, with home offices and computers in the kitchen.
The new retirees "want to leave a legacy," Blake added, and that often means using their expertise and experience as volunteers. But they don't want to stuff envelopes or rock babies at the hospital maternity ward.
"They want to write business plans for startups and nonprofits. They want to write the urban renewal plan for the city. They are a very professional bunch" who want to draw on the professional skills they spent decades developing.
When retirees move to a new area, they leave behind a network — friends, family, personal and health care services — and they need to rebuild that network for their own health and wellness, Blake said.
"These years need to be the highest quality of life: We need to look at nutrition, fitness, medical care. Mind and body need to hit the finish line at the same time."
Meanwhile, Florida shouldn't get too complacent about its spot as the No. 1 retirement destination, ahead of No. 2 Texas, said James P. Gaines, a research economist at Texas A&M.
Over the next decade, or sooner, "Texas will overshadow Florida," and the reason is housing affordability: You'll be able to buy a home for less than $200,000 in Texas, he predicted, but not in Florida.

FOR MOMS AND GRANDMAS

2009-08-28T07:45:00.001-07:00
WHY GOD MADE MOMS
Answers given by 2nd grade school children to the following questions:
Why did God make mothers?
1. She's the only one who knows where the scotch tape is.
2. Mostly to clean the house.
3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.

How did God make mothers?
1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.
2. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.
3. God made my mom just the same like he made me. He just used bigger parts.

What ingredients are mothers made of?
1. God makes mothers out of clouds and angel hair and everything nice in the world and one dab of mean..
2. They had to get their start from men's bones. Then they mostly use string, I think.

Why did God give you your mother and not some other mom?
1. We're related.
2. God knew she likes me a lot more than other people's mom like me.

What kind of a little girl was your mom?
1. My mom has always been my mom and none of that other stuff.
2. I don't know because I wasn't there, but my guess would be pretty bossy...
3.. They say she used to be nice.

What did mom need to know about dad before she married him?
1. His last name.
2. She had to know his background. Like is he a crook? Does he get drunk on beer?
3. Does he make at least $800 a year? Did he say NO to drugs and YES to chores?

Why did your mom marry your dad?
1. My dad makes the best spaghetti in the world. And my mom eats a lot.
2. She got too old to do anything else with him.
3. My grandma says that mom didn't have her thinking cap on.

Who's the boss at your house?
1. Mom doesn't want to be boss, but she has to because dad's such a goof ball.
2. Mom. You can tell by room inspection. She sees the stuff under the bed.
3. I guess mom is, but only because she has a lot more to do than dad.

What's the difference between moms and dads?
1. Moms work at work and work at home and dads just go to work at work.
2. Moms know how to talk to teachers without scaring them.
3. Dads are taller and stronger, but moms have all the real power 'cause that's who you got to ask if you want to sleep over at your friends.
4. Moms have magic, they make you feel better without medicine..

What does your mom do in her spare time?
1. Mothers don't do spare time.
2. To hear her tell it, she pays bills all day long.

What would it take to make your mom perfect?
1. On the inside she's already perfect. Outside, I think some kind of plastic surgery.
2. Diet. You know, her hair. I'd diet, maybe blue.

If you could change one thing about your mom, what would it be?
1. She has this weird thing about me keeping my room clean. I'd get rid of that.
2. I'd make my mom smarter. Then she would know it was my sister who did it not me.
3. I would like for her to get rid of those invisible eyes on the back of her head.

Insurance shopping

2009-08-25T15:40:00.000-07:00
Why is it so hard to find insurance. I lost health care when I retired. Insurance ended 12/31/08 and I have been turned down by 3 companies for pre-existing conditions. How many people over 55 have perfect health, if you do ANY company will insure your. ME - I have problems. I had one knee replacement 4 years ago and now I can tell the other knee is ready. This surgery is the worst ever. For all the ladies - it is the same pain as child birth, but it last 3 weeks instead of hours. if any one can help me with this insurance issue, please contact me.
I also need to get on the phone tomorrow and change car insurance. I have Liberty now and i know I am paying too much. WHY in the world do I have collision ins on cars that are 10 years old. Would they actually pay anything on it -if i was in an accident. I think I will go with Geico, I've heard they are the best. We'll see!
Adam enjoyed first day at school. morning bus was on time and afternoon bus 10 min. late - not too bad. Of coarse it was pouring down rain at that time and we both got soaking getting to the car. he is only one at bus stop and bus goes right by my house - so when I can - i will request bus stop changed to my house. Do you think this could happen? It would make life easier. He has 1 friend from last year that rides the bus him and Adam said he had bad breath. guess I'll send mints tomorrow. LOL. have a pleasent evening.

my life

2009-08-24T18:10:00.000-07:00
or my blog really looks boring compaired to all the creative blogs I have seen lately. But I am still in the learning stage.
My blog is my life journel for all to read about my boring life. But I am really thankful for all that I have and I am not homeless or without food and I have many friends. Alot of them new from facebook.
Tonight we had open house at school and met Adams 2nd grade teacher. Mrs Z, seems nice. Only 9 kids in classroom, This is good. 1 teacher, 1 asst & 1 intern. Adam needs one on one attn. for learning. he has no interest in school work. But he does love the computer. After open house we went to dinner and grandson and SON kept taking turns, spilling drinks. They were quiet entertaining. Overall - had a really good day.

Sunday

2009-08-23T12:34:00.000-07:00
Had a fun Sat - going to baby shower for future dtr in law? guess that's a maybe? anyway she is mother of my new grand daughter coming in 3-4 weeks. Did not realise she had so many relations. her mom & grandma did all the show preps, about 40 people showed up and she got all that was needed except a few bigger items - like a crib. But she does have a bassinett for now.
I was in charge of games - and they went over big time. We all had fun and ate too much.
Today - my son - having a GUYS THING - a BBQ diaper shower - guess this is something new, bet they dont have cake & punch, it will probably be beer and burgers. LOL.

August is going by so fast

2009-08-20T15:47:00.000-07:00
can't believe summer is almost over and time for school to start next week. Have been very busy with Adam - (7) and mother in law who is staying with us till end of Sept.
Hopefully in fall, we will have time to enjoy our sail boat ``My lady too`` - right now its just a very expensive hobby sitting at the dock taking up a lot of our $$.
Hubby was off this week and we got a taste of spending time together - how interesting. We both have to find more hoppies. LOL.
I will be looking for new volunteer work in Sept. Anyone with suggestions let me know.
Just needs to be close to home.

Thursday 8/7

2009-08-06T15:28:00.000-07:00
Since I have my grandson all day now that summer camp is over I am trying to keep him entertained. he loves computer games and his new X-box, but I don't want him doing this all day.
Wed. we went to beach with friends and swam with the sharks - no kidding. Went to Sunset beach and water was crystal clean - 5 ft deep and I could still see my feet. I saw a lot of little fish around me and they were jumping out of the water. Stormy weather chased us away sooner than we wanted to leave and we saw a fisherman next to us bring in a fish. Well it was a baby shark - looked like a hammerhead, but he called it something else and it was about 18" long. guess this is what was chasing the fish - if I had only known... maybe I'll just stick to pools. LOL.
Thursday we went to see a FREE movie in Pinellas park. they offered this 3 days per week all summer and program ended today. WHY - school does not start till 8/25. After movie I picked up 5 free X-box games offered on Yahoo FREE recycle site. this is nice. Only thing annoying is you receive about 25-30 emails per day offering free stuff & items wanted. You have to act fast, because all items go fast. I requested X-box games and someone replied & gave me 5- THANK YOU Kathy. Its nice getting free stuff.

Sunday - my day of rest

2009-08-02T16:31:00.000-07:00

Recently retired I am busy taking care of mother in law and grandson.

Where are my days of leisure. My Mother in law (MIL) lives with my husband and myself for 3 months at a time, then goes to her daughters. I find myself constantly running around to doctor appts, usually 3 per week. NO kidding. After spending last Monday at the demotogolist 5 hours I was ready to scream. guess this blog is going to be my outlet for stress. Anyone finding theirself in similiar situations, please send advise.

Sunday a day of rest - first fixed breakfast, always cleanup then off to church, taking my grandson. Then we spend a few hours at pool till scary clouds send us home. Went to sons house to watch movie - 7 Lbs - will smith. NOT his best movie - really slow - I dont think I would watch this again. Upon returning home I cleaned out my grandsons toy box, and threw away a large bag of toys and his still has too many. Just had supper and cleaned up and my son is teaching me to write a blog. Hope this is of interest to someone besides me. He is claiming I can make extra money if you click on sites around this blog. So please give it a try.