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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
If you thought this was your last Friday, Would you make it the best? (This is question number one, On Toerag's silly test). If you had the opportunity, Would you change the things you've done? (This is question number two, Go re-check number one). Are you going to do a worthwhile thing, For someone that's in need? Think about it carefully, (It's question number three). Have you hugged your kids or called your folks, Kissed your spouse at your front door? If "none-above"-then skip this one, (That's question number four). Have you stopped and "smelled a rose" today? Did it make you think and sigh? If not then stop and do it now, (Don't answer number five). If you answered all the questions, With "No-I haven't yet" Then change your day-retake this test, Or a "zero's" what you'll get. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
You're full of such...giving... thank you for this, Toe... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Toe, You're quite the philosopher today. Enjoyed |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Wonderful Toe! I've done all of the above except smell a rose.. hey, it's freezin here! Hugs to you sweet man! ~Autumn..the year's last, loveliest smile.~ |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
I have roses right out side my door for just that reason...a reminder...thank you for this |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I know for a fact that... however much a bonafide workaholic you are... you always excel on this test. *S* Beautiful work, my friend!!! |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Note to the teacher, (Please don't grade too harshly) These are my test answers, I live evry day as though it is the first and the last. I don't think I would change anything, because it was though poor judgements and decisions that I tasted the bitterness of life, and that's what made me who I am. Today, I picked up a lady who was walking along the street with a pull cart of groceries. She obviously had had a stroke and walked with great difficulty and very slowly. Turns out she had many blocks to go and our destinations were the same. A coincidence? I don't think so. Any way the rest are yes answers. May I go out and play now? Liz |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
A pensive poem Toe. You've given all of us something to think about. Thanks. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
If you thought this was your last Friday, Would you make it the best? (This is question number one, On Toerag's silly test). If I thought every Friday was my last, I would have twenty percent less money. (That is question number one, And it isn't very funny!) If you had the opportunity, Would you change the things you've done? (This is question number two, Go re-check number one). If I had no opportunities , I would change some things I've done. (That is question number two, Go re-check number one!) Are you going to do a worthwhile thing, For someone that's in need? Think about it carefully, (It's question number three). I suppose I could if I must, If it won't make me bleed. It takes no thought at all, (It's question number three.) Have you hugged your kids or called your folks, Kissed your spouse at your front door? If "none-above"-then skip this one, (That's question number four). I hugged my wife and ignored her pokes, Before she kicked me out the front door. How about "some-above" must I skip this one,(That's question number four,) Have you stopped and "smelled a rose" today? Did it make you think and sigh? If not then stop and do it now, (Don't answer number five). What if roses aren't in season? Did that make you think and sigh? If not then stop and do it now, (That is question number five.) If you answered all the questions, With "No-I haven't yet" Then change your day-retake this test, Or a "zero's" what you'll get. I answered all the questions, Did I lose the bet? Could you help me change my day-retake this test? Or for a twenty would you save my bet? Okay! So I wasn't very appropriate... If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
LOL...I'll give ya an "A" for effort Larry...you have mail too.. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
You have mail too! And a poem...  &  CAN I TAKE THOSE BACK?  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
If I were anyone else and I thought it was my last Friday, I would rewrite my will and leave everything to Balladeer, knowing he would use the money wisely and be very appreciative...  |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
I vote yes on letting LC take it back... maybe he will come across with the truth, whole truth and nuthin' but.... I don't believe his wife kicked him out the door, shoved maybe, but kicked? Nahhhhh! Good test Toe, I ain't gonna tell you my answers.....I ain't got 20 bucks!!! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
1) "If you thought this was your last Friday, Would you make it the best? (This is question number one, On Toerag's silly test)." I try to make every Friday and all other days my best...why? Because that is the way I want to live my life. 2) "If you had the opportunity, Would you change the things you've done? (This is question number two, Go re-check number one)." No...I agree with Liz. I haven't always done the right thing, and it were these falls that helped me learn how to climb. 3) "Are you going to do a worthwhile thing, For someone that's in need? Think about it carefully, (It's question number three)." I do, whenever the opportunity happens. 4) Yes, I kissed my spouse at the front door, twice...kissed my grandkids and my son who I could reach, called the other one..and thought lovingly of Michelle and my parents. 5) "Have you stopped and "smelled a rose" today? Did it make you think and sigh? If not then stop and do it now, (Don't answer number five)." In my job as a florist, I don't always appreciate flowers as much as I should...because sometimes working with them all day makes me very tired. But, I did deliver some to people and made them smile. Does that count? Thanks for this test, Toe. It's a good one to think on each and every day. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dear Pop, I love your Quiz! And I'm pleased to be able to say I passed it with flying colours! ~ except for the kissing my spouse part. He's now my wasband! Your poetry is always touching some part of my body! You are either pulling my leg, tugging at my heart strings or tickling my funny bone!  Loveya, Bama Boy! Linda P.S. I emailed you today but my server has been on the blitz a bit lately. I hope it got to you! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
1) "If you thought this was your last Friday, Would you make it the best? (This is question number one, On Toerag's silly test)." I live every day like it is my last Friday true fact! 2) "If you had the opportunity, Would you change the things you've done? (This is question number two, Go re-check number one)." No not a thing! There were timess I sure would liked to have changed some things other people did to be but then I wouldn't be as strong as I am if I did.  3) "Are you going to do a worthwhile thing, For someone that's in need? Think about it carefully, (It's question number three)." Unfortunately I do something good for someone every day whether they want it or not it seems as sometimes it backfires. LOL. A deed a day is right up there with brushing teeth in the morning, and hot coffee with me, and my day is not complete without that action. 4) Have you hugged your kids or called your folks, Kissed your spouse at your front door? If "none-above"-then skip this one, (That's question number four). How about this - I called my kids does that count towards my score 5) "Have you stopped and "smelled a rose" today? Did it make you think and sigh? If not then stop and do it now, (Don't answer number five)." Not a rose but sure saw a beautiful view out my window, kissed a grandchild, and held a new puppy who licked me You m'friend are full of wisdom and this is a wonderful reminder to everyone to simply live by that old slogan, Carpe' Diem. |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
1. I'd have to know it was my last Friday. Most likely I'd do spend time with my friends doing nothing, just enjoying being together. 2. I've made a lot of mistakes, and yes, I'd change them if I could. I feel bad that I've hurt others. It would change some major factors in my life... maybe it wouldn't even be my last Friday 3. Unfortunately today I'm rather trapped at home with no transportation... but I've called some people that needed someone to talk to. Does that count? 4. 16, no kids. Live with my father - no I will not hug him. I'm considering calling my mother. Just takes a lot of convincing. Even thinking of it should count for something though! 5. No, but looked through some photographs I've taken... and though about life and such. Love this poem, can't help but to think about what good I'm doing and how I can make my own life and the lives of others better everyday. Thanks much for that! Always, Alyssa He was a man of sorrows |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Well Toe, I haven't done much of these today. But, I in the past few days. But, I have no spouse to hug and kiss at the front door. So, I guess I don't pass that one. |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
I go fishing every friday, best day of the week Not all, maybe some, but then, like Liz says, would I've become who I am now if things had taken a different course? I've painted every house my children moved in to and I just rescued a little mouse from my 8 kilo tomcat Bram and I suggested he'd take on to someone his own size. Yes, I've hugged my kids the other day, doesn't happen very often I see them both the same time. Some of the roses are still blooming and I always say 'Ahhhh' when I go by, because roses are my passion. And I think you wrote a wonderful poem mister Toe. Don't know exactly what's going on, but I wish you all the best for now and hope to see you return real quickly.  TitiaLike scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
 keeper! |
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