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WHY can't colleges offer scholarships to students who are trying their best to get an education? I am a full-time student at Southeast Missouri State University who has had a 3.8 GPA for the last three years. For some reason I have yet to get a scholarship. I have applied for numerous scholarships in the past except last spring semester because I didn't want to be disappointed again. My parents are struggling to get by and can't help me pay for school, but their income is too high and I'm not eligible for a grant. I work full time while attending school, and it is difficult to maintain a good GPA. I'm confused why the university gives some athletes with mediocre GPAs full rides. Paying for my education has made me try my best. I am the first person in my family to go to college, and I know I must never give up, but I feel the university should recognize and help students who are trying and want to be there.
THE right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness? Government regulations have made my cigarettes into smokeless tobacco by mandating paper that goes out when it is not in use all of 15 seconds. I guess I'll have to inhale a little deeper and more often. What's next? No alcohol in beer?
RECENTLY, I encountered what seems to be a universal experience in today's technology-laden society: a complete yet unexplainable meltdown of my laptop. I purchased said laptop less than 10 months ago, and since I'm not particularly tech-savvy, I also invested in the most expensive full-coverage warranty. I assumed that when I presented my computer woes to the store, it would be prepared to work its magic free of charge. Much to my dismay, I was told that a basic repair would cost $130, with any additional or complicated restoration extra. Apparently my warranty does not cover problems with or caused by software, foreign media or user-generated system errors. I suppose the only thing it covers is if I drop it in a lake. Frustrated and bewildered as to how I was so blatantly misled, I decided to call another computer store in hopes of finding an easier, cheaper fix. I described my plight and queried as to the amount it would cost to correct. To my great surprise, the employee guided me through a three-minute process that ended with a full recovery. This store has certainly earned my business in the future.
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Trying to succeed...try a different field. ☻
Too much government...FSC...Fire Safe Cigarettes. I like the new message: "Lights" does NOT mean safer. It refers to taste. "Lights" won't help you quit smoking. lol
Computer fix...hows about some names? That would certainly help the rest of us.
Trying to succeed ...part time work !
Too much government ...glad i quit...
Computer fix ...if it sounds too good to be true , well..
Computer fix: It sounds like Best Buy's lucrative Geek Squad is at it again.
Computer fix: It sounds like Best Buy's lucrative Geek Squad is at it again.
-- Posted by SilverPants on Fri, Jul 3, 2009, at 7:15 AM
They did not honor a warranty on my computer. They first said it got wet and I know that is not true and I asked for proof of that then they said it got dropped. I took it someplace else to a individual and they fixed it in no time. The store wanted more for the part than I paid for the laptop. Go figure that one out. That part was not the problem and I let the corporate office know also. No more business from me at that place.
What is next is the beer and liquor additional tax. It seems some want to completely put the tobacco business out, but you never here this same bunch of people talk about how we are going to tackle this huge obesity problem we have here in the United States which when those health issues hit our health system real strong in the near future the cost of treating it will far exceed what the tobacco, beer and liquor caused to people.
Geek Squad:
Absolute and total waste of time. I had to re install all the software and peripherals and back my system up after one of these computer "experts" came to my house.
Trying to succeed: If at first you don't succe...ohh Pfft!
Too much government: Laws+Complainers=Socialism
Computer fix: There's nothing "best" about the buys at Best Buy. That place just sucks.
Me'Lange,
Do you still have contact with Pups? I miss his posts.
Thanks, I always injoyed his input; even when he was wrong ;)
Thanks, I always injoyed his input; even when he was wrong ;)
-- Posted by TripleS on Fri, Jul 3, 2009, at 9:39 AM
Uh OH! Now you're acting like me and trying to start something.
Wheels,
Yeah, I have been known to pick at Pups who is a proud, self proclaimed "liberal" and really nice guy. I also use to go back and forth with SWBG whom I always enjoyed, but he isn't around too much. We have had and still have some really interesting people on here.
Pupslover, MeLange, SWBG, James and Gurusmom are about the only people who have not changed their names around several times, so I generally know them better than some.
Sometimes things need to be stirred up and hope no one takes all this too seriously.
Computer Fix ... Wish you'd mentioned the business where you bought the laptop. If it's initials are BB ... I understand completely! You and joekool should have called me ... I know how to deal with them when it comes to a computer that doesn't work.
BB ended up giving me a new one in exchange for the 3-month-old one ... as a ring of potential customers grew and stood by listening to me, the asst. manager and the manager discuss the matter in the computer aisle.
Made this long story short for you. ~winking~
I have never had any problems with BB, but that all could change someday. If I have trouble with a business I usually contact the corporate office. This has happened with a couple of stores in Cape. I have had no problems outside of Cape and usually trade where my dollar is best liked.
James,
I really should have and should have had the tech guy come back out, but I didn't want my wife to do without her computer system until he came back out, so I just did it myself. The purchase price was OK, but nothing great. I usually buy this sort of thing on line, but my wife wanted to go there so...
Me'Lange,
Yeah, I overlooked them; never was sure if Semoan, Semoangel and Semoangel70 were the same or mother daughter and of course at one time Superbethie was once Superbethie21. We also had a time when people would pretend to be another poster to stir things up by slightly changing the name by putting a "dot" in somewhere or a slightly different spelling.
Triple...
I have never changed my name, so I guess I don't qualify as one of the 'good' guys.
Theorist,
I was actually talking of the time before you started posting.
As to being one of the "good" guys that is kind of a loaded question or judgment. This forum is often one of fluid allegiances or "friendships". Some of us use it as a social network site and some purely for debate. Some "stir the pot" for the sake of debate while others do so for malicious purposes. Many, if not most take it all too seriously. I prefer not to classify "good" or "bad" and though you and I often agree, I am glad you post on here. I really think diversity of thought is a good thing.
As to changing names, it is done for different reasons. Sometimes someone gets banned or catches so much grief, they abandon their name and come back for a fresh start. Some also do it because of computer glitches. I have changed my name/avatar in the past and will do so in the future as I like my opinions to be viewed on their own merit rather than any sense of allegiance or old animosity. I am always the same person with the same opinions, but few catch on. I even did a "test" after a discussion with Me'Lange on the affect "names/avatars" have on how an opinion is viewed and there is definitely a correlation. That is not to say everyone reacts differently, but a pretty significant number do and it also has an affect on whether or not the "persona" is responded to.
Great post, TripleS! I think you've got us all pegged. ~smiling~
Pops just called me to the living room to say that Gov. Palin is handing over her power to the Lt. Gov. Lot of speculation on the news channels right now, but no one knows any real facts.
The Alaska newspapers and blogs should be intereting tonight, anyway.
Gurusmom,
You know I like Governor Palin, but nothing would surprise me when it comes to politicians anymore; sad to say.
I know you do, TripleS! So does Pops.
I've read too much before the election and since to like her much myself.
But I still like and respect you and Pops (and RedRhino and ...)!
Just watched Palin's speech. Kind of nice to be able to watch a chief executive give a speech without having to read it.
I missed Governor Palin's speech, but watched some of the "analysis" following. I can't judge how good she was in her delivery, but I believe she has shot herself in the foot as far as further elected office.
Palin is stepping down early.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/07/03/p...
TripleS..Here...I finally thought you were warming up to me....but no mention of poor lil' Turnip. :o(
oh, btw...na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na..hey hey hey goodbye..that was for Palin!
Very likely TripleS. But then who in their right mind would even want to run for political office in this country unless it was to line their pockets?
''But then who in their right mind would even want to run for political office in this country unless it was to line their pockets?''
-- Posted by Have_Wheels_Will_Travel on Fri, Jul 3, 2009, at 4:28
hummm hmmmm. LOL! The mere squirming would be enough fullfillment for me.
I can just here proponents now. "He would make himself King!" or "We'd have a monarchy back!", "Heads would roll! Literally!"
Unfortunately, They'd be right, because they'd be part of my platform.
Well folks happy 4th. I'm going out the next two days to enjoy the festivities at the Arena and doing my personal tribute, by watching "Gettysburg" again this year.
Have fun, and, "BECAREFUL! YOU MIGHT PUT AN EYE OUT WITH THAT THING KID!" ;o)
Btw, I'll be driving by Rice's event to throw some popper snappers.
Wheels, (one of those DO YOU HAVE questions) I'm looking for a two-way intercom system to my kids game room downstairs, to my thrown room upstairs. Wouldn't have one of those would you? If not, does anyone know of any place that still sells those?
Megalomania...try Radio Shack..
Wheels,
I really don't have any idea. I believe it has become too much trouble, expensive and those who oppose too mean spirited for those who simply want to serve their country.
happy 4th of July...even if it's raining and storming..
Megalo,
Did have right up until we moved. Let me ask my wife if she thew it out, gave it away or still has it. She isn't here at the moment, but will let you know.
TriplS
That is exactly what I was thinking.
Out for a while, tractor waiting; have a happy and safe Fourth of July.
There are lots of us that just read and watch the regular posters .Have to watch what you say , have been fussed at a few times for saying things.
Dab
If you think you are right... take em to the mat! Your input is as important or unimportant, as the case may be, as the next person's is.
Megalo
My wife thinks she may still have the intercoms, and will give them to you if she can find them.
Lord, I wish I had know you before we moved, I would have delivered a truckload of old things and just dropped them in your driveway... under the cover of darkness of course. And the trash company would have appreciated it too.
Megal
If wheels doesn't have it they do have baby monitors that will work both ways. Try Toys R Us in the baby section or Pennys catalog. my neice got a set for her sons room.
TripleS
I have always been semoangel70, at one point a few months ago it would not let me log in so I dropped the 70. No mother daughte thing they are only 11 and 16 and if it isn't facebook they couldn't find it on the computer the joy of teens and tweens!
Me'Lange
While you are at it tell Pups hello for the rest of us as well.
Well heading back out to the pool everyone have a happy and safe 4th.
Megalo
I have a set of intercoms that I bought but have not been able to use. How do "posters" to Speak Out contact one another with out actually putting their private information out?
Anyone else stunned at the prices of fireworks this year? I am still in shock. $100. for one small box. Some of the prices on the bigger items $50.-60; that's ridiculous.
Turnip
I know what you are saying we shelled out a small fortune but waited until tonight to go get them so we got a lot of good deals and came out with enough to entertain the kids for at least an hour. I just hate the fact of that much money going up in smoke.
Hmm, just found this on the St. Louis Post-Dispatch page - a MoDOT video of bridge explosions - if'n I ain't mistaken, the old Cape bridge is one of the highlights.
http://www.stltoday.com/blogzone/along-f...
Me'Lange,
Yes, to each his own. I have found that many will agree or disagree based on their perception of what a particular poster is writing instead of the real intent. On one occasion Theorist and a couple of others were "friendly" with one persona and not the other even though the position, opinion and writing were the same.
None of this "research" was done for nefarious reasons and arose out of a conversation you and I had quite some time ago which piqued my interest.
Even though I am no longer doing this, I am giving serious consideration to dropping this identity or to stop posting.
Wheels,
Thanks. (Wow...you really do have everything)
For anyone else. My contact info is semofolkie@yahoo.com
Mel,
I've been using the semofolkie@yahoo.com email more frequently, and don't have your email on that. You can send me a note on this one if you wish. :o)
Me'Lange,
You are probably right, never tried, but I too enjoy it.
Thanks Mel. Got it and responded.
On a different note, I have a new found "manly" respect for Michael Jackson. WOW! He was apparently having himself put to sleep on a regular basis by an anesthesiologist. That's hardcore, and I wouldn't have had the bollox to do it.
Grrr...wife and I got new computers, and she got me to try twitter again. I don't see any purpose in it, and I'm lost.
Yeah, as you know I have insomnia too. Have used some prescribed stuff, but that anesthesia stuff will...pardon the pun, kill ya. (As Michael J. has now found out.)
*sigh* Danza was bad enough, but now Jimmy Smits is hosting Capitol Fourth this year. Ohh how I miss Barry Bostwick.
Megalo
Don't turn anything down. These still have to be found and they are definitely older, so may or may not still work. State of affairs with most of our "stuff" in storage is iffy at best. Wife just doesn't throw out if somebody might be able to use it.
Wheels,
definately interested in your offer. Just let me know.
Mel,
Really not sure what I'm looking for, but think at one time I seen a system where you just plug them in an outlet and can talk both ways? Maybe that was child monitors?? LOL!
Megalomania
can't really help ya out if you're not sure what you're looking for...
Any news on how the Rev. Rice Sasquatch fest is going? Or the Tea Party with no poignant props?
Megalomania
i thought Rev.Rice had been sent packing , is he still in town ?
Will Gov. Sarah Palin run for president in 2012?
Me'Lange
I get texts from Nicole and Twiggy but have not talked to them in a bit. Hoping now that ball season is winding down can get out and hopefully do lunch and I will call them then. They have all been going through a lot so probably staying uner the radar.
The cell phone....yeah well we got all the kids a phone last year at Christmas so now when I want them I call them beats screaming up or down the stairs! Bt baby monitors work great we had one with the camera as well with our son and loved it your brother will too.
Well, I hope the SEMissourian pays me for all of this holiday reporting.
So here's the deal, I just returned from my Rev. Rice recognizance mission at Indian park.
To my dismay, there are NO cardboard boxes, instead there are just eight (what appears to be new) tents, about 20 people, and representation by the NAACP. I didn't see any of our presumed homeless local street walkers; such as wagon man, nuts, butts, tough, crazy, mad dog, or bird lady.
I got thinking, "Maybe the rain is hurting attendance," but then I remembered the attendees would be all of the 2000+ homeless that Rice claims walk the streets of Cape Girardeau. So why would it matter if it was raining?
In the June 28th article, Rice said, ""We will be communicating the need for a shelter somewhere in Cape Girardeau and be there for the community," Rice said. "We want to be out there where they can get a lot of help without a lot of red tape."
The Missourian states that, "Rev. Larry Rice and supporters will occupy Indian Park at the intersection of William and Lorimier streets to demonstrate the need for homeless services in Cape Girardeau."
The problem is, I really didn't see that need (so far). They could have saved space and been more communal and joined the re-enactors at Fort D. There would have been plenty of room at the encampment, and they could have helped cut wood, put up tents, carry cannon balls, and clean up after the horses.
OR they could have went to Arena Park and helped protest with the Tea Partiers.
Anyhow, the man of the hour was present, walking with what looked to me to be a toupee? on his head?
That wraps up my report. The SEMissourian can take over from here. My check can be sent to my usual address, and you can add a few more zeros for the holiday pay.
Tornado Warning in Mississippi County. Funnel cloud sighted. Near Wyatt. Take cover.
Megalo,
I have a set of baby monitors that I no longer use as my son is now 2 and can just yell Momma! If you would like to have the, you may contact me at jjmom68@gmail.com and let me know how to get them to you for your purpose!!
As always, I have enjoyed again the responses and even if I don't post often, I do read all of your posts when I can!! However, I have been having the same problem with trying to get scholarships to go back to school with especially since I already have an associate degree. My credit is horrible and parents are both nurses and make too much money even though I haven't lived with them since I was 13!!
Been drinking today? This should sober you up.
http://www.usdebtclock.org/
Wheels: I just drunk a glass of wine for supper. I think that I will have another and another till I reach the point of an unconscious American that believes that government knows what it is doing. I could put on my old military uniform to celebrate the country's demise this Fourth.
James,
Just returned from a little side trip that took us by a winery. Went through the tasting process and purchased several bottles. Don't think it will be enough to dull the reality of things though.
Wheels: I buy Saint James Red by the case. I gave up my California taste for dry and now am choosing sweet.
As my brother said before he left, death may be the only way to dull the senses.
What the heck have the Democrats/Republicans done to my country?
James,
I suspect you are probably aware of the following quote, but thought it interesting. To the Democrats you can at least add the majority of Republicans.
Interesting Quote
Norman Matton Thomas (November 20, 1884 - December 19, 1968) was a leading American socialist, pacifist, and six-time presidential candidate for the Socialist Party of America. He was ordained as a Presbyterian minister in 1911. As a candidate for President of the U. S. , Norman Thomas said, in a 1944 epoch speech: "The American people will never knowingly adopt socialism. But, under the name of "liberalism", they will adopt every fragment of the socialist program, until one day America will be a socialist nation, without knowing how it happened." He went on to say: "I no longer need to run as a Presidential Candidate for the Socialist Party. The Democratic Party has adopted our platform.."
James,
Just purchased some wine running from semi-dry to semi-sweet. Purchased from the Blumenhof Winery in Dutzow, MO. Fine tasting stuff. Not real familiar with St. James products. Will have to try them, I think one of the local Super Market Chains handles them.
Wheels: I think that the Democrat and Republican Party is one party. I disagree with Norman Thomas in that their aim was fascism and not socialism. Corporate government as Mussolini called fascism.
Years ago there was some differences between the Republicans and Democrats, and you could claim a two party system, no longer.
James,
Sitting here watching the pyro technics out the window, it's raining, and wondered how many of these folks sending all that money up in smoke, cannot afford health insurance.
Maybe I'm too practical, but cannot understand blowing all that money when you can go watch the city exposition for free, and it is a lot better.
Think it's time for another glass of wine.
Wheels,
I'm dipping into the family bootleg recipe wine, I picked up from relatives in Ste. Gen a couple of weeks ago myself. Time to celebrate my grand suggest (several months ago) of returning the fireworks to Arena Park.
As envisioned there wasn't a bad seat in the house, kids could shoot off their fireworks, it was easy finding a place to park, and parents could crank up their radios relax in lawn chairs and just sit back and let it all happen.
I was informed by a reliable source that next years event would be more grand, and possibly be a three day event. Just goes to show ya, things CAN revert back to the old days and old ways, it's just a matter of mind over matter.
Btw, I dropped a $100 in two days. If 1000 people spent $100 each, that'd be $100,000. More than enough to pay for fireworks. Great job Vets! Next year we'll double attendance easily!
Megalo
$100 isn't what I was referring to. The folks I was watching appeared to be having a contest between about 4 different yards/areas a couple of blocks apart and they were shooting off some pretty elaborate stuff. Like i mean the ones that shoot a ball high into the air which explodes sending out about a dozen different exposives which then burst into beautiful colors. Haven't purchased fireworks for a long time so have no idea what those might cost, but I bet you could buy a steak dinner for the price of one. And this went on for quite a while until the rain seemed to halt things.
Wheels,
No, I was just making a point about financing for this thing. Yeah, there were fire works everywhere out there. My kids didn't even want to purchase any this year, we just watched everyone elses at the park.
Megal
Got you. I guess you wouldn't make all that much noise with a couple hundred dollars worth of fireworks anyway, would you.
Better I don't shoot off any. I would embarass myself with what I would be willing to spend.
I hope everyone had a safe & happy fourth! ☻
i watched the neighbors fireworks , they were outstanding ...