Speaking of comments, I’ve noticed that this site has one thing in common with most other sites that attract regular visitors. Several posters will drop in early to comment directly on the day’s material or to make a new observation. This continues, but the discussion eventually evolves into a running conversation among regulars. This isn’t to imply criticism. That’s just the way it goes, and I’m ok with that. One thing that is different about this site, and I’m not the first one to make this observation, is that repeat posters, as a rule, come to josh and visit, not to argue and insult one another. I appreciate that and hope everyone enjoys the time they spend here, regardless of how much that is.
Unreal Estate
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272 responses to “Unreal Estate”
JJ – who are these people named Josh and Visit you speak of?
This blog has culture, in more than one meaning of the word.
JJ, I am OUTRAGED! that you would would imply that I would not argue or insult others who do not wholeheartedly agree with my obviously sane and logic life positions!!!! Ditto, ditto, ditto and a few harumphs.
Just joshing you, JJ!
Argue and insult one another? Nah, life is too short for that.
What me, the big breast faction vs. the less endowed faction? Insult? Who really cares except maybe Ghost?
Sorry Ghost, that isn’t really intended as an insult! We will have to be more cautious, as we are being read.
Love, Jackie Monies
I just like learning stuff. All kinds of stuff.
As some in here have seen I am not this Josh that Jimmy speaks of. Nor is Loon’s real name Visit. I learn a lot from this crew of characters, amongst which not all music is music.
Good morning, Villagers. Love Janis’ expression in the last panel: “I’ve got a bad feeling about this.”
While I do visit the site on a daily basis, I usually don’t comment, or in fact, even read the comments (I am ashamed to say that), but as our daily Gannett outlet does not choose to carry the strip, this is the only way I can keep up. I will strive to do better in the comment area.
Must say that The Dark Side is pretty benign today. For a change. No smutty or leering remarks
Both Arlo and Janis have the “eye roll” thing down pat.
Hey, another “on topic” comment! 🙂
Criteria of a great beach real estate, per sandcastler. Within walking distance of a great: breakfast place, pizza joint, fried fish shack, and a beach with plenty of exposure.
Criteria of a great beach place: smoothie bar, farmer’s market, liquor store, library, running trail, clothes shop, shoe store all nearby. And me inside out of the sun
When we lived in Hawaii we had great beach condo. If you went out on balcony and peered intently between the high rises you could see a Cunard ocean liner as it passed from one side to another but not both ends at same time. Narrow window of opportunity.
Ghost, and other pilots, I worked next door in the FAA building, convenient unless someone was threatening to bomb us (regular occurrence Threats, not actual bombings) The Ala Wai canal and the marina were most scenic sights, along with shopping center.
Beaches and scantily clad women not far away but not walking distance.
Love, Jackie Monies
Jane, you ignorant slut!
(The exception proves the rule.)
(Sorry, Jane.)
“Gustnado” another new vocabulary word, along with “derecho” that we here in the great Heartland of America had already learned. I see one hit Cocoa Beach, FL and I am sorry for all the bad things happening to everyone weatherwise.
I moved to Oklahoma 20 years ago, knowing very little about the weather, here or anywhere. Since we have better weather forecasters and equipment up in Tulsa and OKC than the weather channel, I have learned to listen to them and learn from them. I have been told that Alabama has outstanding weathermen too, especially one highly revered one whom everyone believes when he says dive for the shelter.
Love, Jackie Monies
James Spann. I knew my brain would kick in with help from Google. They say when he interrupts Oprah you better be heading for the shelter!
I am worried about the hens and Cogburn. Are you guys OK? My aunt in Terre Haute says it is bad four miles from her but she is fine because she is south of TH. She said flooding was bad and people were being told to stay off roads just short distances away.
Mindy, Debbe I worry about you two girls and the rest of the flock.
Love, Jackie Monies
Pour voir la beauté féminine, ahh
Yes, I do enjoy the civility that exists here at A&J.com. Just like anything on the internet, I try to take some time before posting something…you never know what might come back to haunt you.
BTW, some of us jibber and jabber.
Not the white sands of Alabama, Mississippi or Florida (Texas sand is notoriously not white) but I am working on plans for my annual “Boatstock” event in my backyard and the beach down the street on one of largest lakes in America. I just got confirmation that Kelly McGuire (“Blame It On Buffett”) will come play for me again. I know, I know, there are those here who don’t like water and boats.
That’s not necessarily a requirement to have a good time at my annual camping in my yard which is far from a serious boating regatta. Anyway, I thought I would mention it here as I am in the almost exact geographic center of America, on a large body of water, lots of boats, boat music, wide variety of age groups, dogs welcome (we had a prairie dog too once) Whole thing is open and free.
I started this because I wanted to meet my internet friends five years ago. Since I consider you all friends, I thought I’d mention it here. It’s in October over Columbus Day weekend, which is Indian Summer in Oklahoma and usually our best weather.
Love, Jackie Monies
From The Big Bang Theory:
Sheldon: …do you know where the phrase jibber-jabber comes from?
Penny: Oh, my God, you’re about to jibber-jabber about jibber-jabber.
Back in the day, I would have agreed with Arlo. Now, sadly, I would have to agree with Gene.
http://www.gocomics.com/arloandjanis/1998/09/25#.U41MV_ldWa8
Civility is high on the list here, that’s why I read most of the comments. Now sometimes sanity may take a beating, but me, myself and I don’t mind, we find that normal.
I never miss the comic and JJ’s comment underneath, but I only click over to the comment page when I want to read comments about something on that homepage. On those days I start out looking for that topic, but eventually get bored with the inside jokes from the regulars. I’m not complaining, you guys carry on. It’s just not very interesting to those who don’t have time to read them very often. I’m sure I miss things I’d be interested in reading. Like I said, not complaining, just bummed out. My thing, not yours.
You mean there’s not a code of conduct here? Who woulda thunk it?