I know Stonehenge is less accessible now than it was when I was there, but I still think it's worth a visit. So are the wonderful cathedrals in the West Country-Winchester, Salisbury and Bath.
Similarly, I think Istanbul's attractions are worth the hassle. The Hagia Sofia Mosque, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar are all amazing.
I agree with you about Costa Rica. Haven't been to most of the others. Places I won't go back now include Egypt, though I used to love it.
I am allergic to MSG too and have been honing my skills avoiding it for years now. I just ate some Aldi cheese slices (American, not individually wrapped) and had a reaction :P BUT, I will say how happy I am that the organic tomato spaghetti sauces seem to be MSG free, as well as a duck sauce (that they only carry at various times of the year) is also MSG free, which is great since I rarely get Chinese food anymore. Another thing I noticed was that while brand name Bisquick has MSG in it, the baking mix from Aldi doesn't. Good luck ducking and weaving through the grocery labels!
Now I rent a flat. But my big dream - owning a home. Big house and not an small flat :). To live in your own home - great fun. No neighbors, no prying eyes, no noise ... Dreams...
Not sure that I agree this is good advice. Here's why...for most of these people you work with regularly will catch on to repeated use.
1. Because - there may be some usefulness here. However there are much better words and strategies you can use. I would think it's better to ensure you're priorities are set and you should be able to defend you're position better than 'because'. "I need the copier because I'm in a hurry" So? It's tricky to assume the person ahead of you isn't also in a hurry. Tread lightly with "because" because it sounds like a 4 year old's tactic.
2. You're Right - the old adage of 3 positives to 1 negative is tired. People will see through this approach easily. Why search for 3 positives when you could just be honest with tact and diplomacy. There's no place for heated arguments in a professional environment or really any environment. Keep your cool, state you case using facts and be open to being wrong yourself. Conflict is ok and sometimes you'll lose. That's how it works.
3. Instantly - I feel this is the worst advice here. You need to know your priorities. Only say this if you can honestly deliver. If you can't, you need to set expectations. You could use "because" here it's fair to say "I can get that for by X as I'm currently engaged in A, B, C which are priorities for me right now". People will respect you more when you provide real, truthful expectations than if you miss deadlines because you are 'instantly' responding to less important items.
4. Even - be careful that this doesn't sound like pleading. Use it too often and people will get the impression you can't get results any other way.
One word choice I've found has changed the dynamic in many meetings/conversations is to replace But with And. It builds on the conversation positively rather than killing it with potential negative. Are you listening to what is being said or waiting for your chance to talk? This approach forces you to think about adding to the discussion instead of focusing on the negatives and trying to one up others (of which many of us are guilty). Not always useful in practice, but a good concept to think about.
Pretty sure this response to my craigslist add is a fake: Thanks for your reply concerning my inquiry. I am quite comfortable with the item. I will be paying you by Check and i would be making arrangements for the pick-up after you have received payment, If this meets your approval,
Kindly get back to me with the following details:
Name to be on the check, Home or office address(No P.O.BOX), City,State,Zip Code, Home & Cell Phone to contact you and your last Selling price for confirmation so that I can have your check ready.*
Please, be aware that the amount on the check is more than your asking price. The excess amount is for the (Shipping).you are to send my shipper the excess amount when you receive the Check.I will Be Happy if My Offer is Granted.
I use Amazon Add-on items allot they are great deals and you get free shipping so that's a win-win in my book. Finding them is a pain though I usually use: http://add-onitems.com
They have a growing list of all the add-on items to qualify you for free shipping.
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My favorite winter activity is ice fishing. I have beeb a winter outdoor athlete since I can remember with alpine and cross country skiing, snowmobiling and dogsled racing. While I still enjoy skiing and snowmobiling the relaxed pace of fishing is more enjoyable as I approach 60 years old. A day on the ice still burns a lot of calories because I walk at least 2 miles in a typical day of ice fishing. More nice things about ice fishing is it can be a family event for anyone old enough to stay outside for a few hours. It doesn't cost a lot to get started. For less than $200 you can buy a hand auger, jig pole, skimmer and some lures. Last of all you get to eat fresh fish from cold water. Fish caught in cold water taste better than the same species from the same pond in the heat of summer.
My favorite outdoor winter activity is tacking up my horse and heading out to the woods for a nice like ride through the snow. My favorite indoor winter activity is curling up on the couch in front of the fire with a good book and a cup of hot tea while cuddling with my dog.
Excellent round-up of insightful articles. Thanks for including us, Amy. :)
I know Stonehenge is less accessible now than it was when I was there, but I still think it's worth a visit. So are the wonderful cathedrals in the West Country-Winchester, Salisbury and Bath.
Similarly, I think Istanbul's attractions are worth the hassle. The Hagia Sofia Mosque, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar are all amazing.
I agree with you about Costa Rica. Haven't been to most of the others. Places I won't go back now include Egypt, though I used to love it.
I would buy a camera and lots of cheese.
playing with my kids outside when it snows and then drinking hot chocolate
$1000? Directly to our mortgage.
I am allergic to MSG too and have been honing my skills avoiding it for years now. I just ate some Aldi cheese slices (American, not individually wrapped) and had a reaction :P BUT, I will say how happy I am that the organic tomato spaghetti sauces seem to be MSG free, as well as a duck sauce (that they only carry at various times of the year) is also MSG free, which is great since I rarely get Chinese food anymore. Another thing I noticed was that while brand name Bisquick has MSG in it, the baking mix from Aldi doesn't. Good luck ducking and weaving through the grocery labels!
My favorite winter activity is watching cheesy romantic Christmas movies. It's weird, but I find it to be stress-relieving and happiness-inducing.
Sitting in front of a fire with hot chocolate and a good book or good company! :)
I play most DVDs on my windows 7 computer and it plays without regard to region.
I would invest my $1000 into an ETF with betterment or in a blend of stocks through my broker.
I love cooking and sitting beside a fire inside!
Now I rent a flat. But my big dream - owning a home. Big house and not an small flat :). To live in your own home - great fun. No neighbors, no prying eyes, no noise ... Dreams...
Not sure that I agree this is good advice. Here's why...for most of these people you work with regularly will catch on to repeated use.
1. Because - there may be some usefulness here. However there are much better words and strategies you can use. I would think it's better to ensure you're priorities are set and you should be able to defend you're position better than 'because'. "I need the copier because I'm in a hurry" So? It's tricky to assume the person ahead of you isn't also in a hurry. Tread lightly with "because" because it sounds like a 4 year old's tactic.
2. You're Right - the old adage of 3 positives to 1 negative is tired. People will see through this approach easily. Why search for 3 positives when you could just be honest with tact and diplomacy. There's no place for heated arguments in a professional environment or really any environment. Keep your cool, state you case using facts and be open to being wrong yourself. Conflict is ok and sometimes you'll lose. That's how it works.
3. Instantly - I feel this is the worst advice here. You need to know your priorities. Only say this if you can honestly deliver. If you can't, you need to set expectations. You could use "because" here it's fair to say "I can get that for by X as I'm currently engaged in A, B, C which are priorities for me right now". People will respect you more when you provide real, truthful expectations than if you miss deadlines because you are 'instantly' responding to less important items.
4. Even - be careful that this doesn't sound like pleading. Use it too often and people will get the impression you can't get results any other way.
One word choice I've found has changed the dynamic in many meetings/conversations is to replace But with And. It builds on the conversation positively rather than killing it with potential negative. Are you listening to what is being said or waiting for your chance to talk? This approach forces you to think about adding to the discussion instead of focusing on the negatives and trying to one up others (of which many of us are guilty). Not always useful in practice, but a good concept to think about.
Pretty sure this response to my craigslist add is a fake: Thanks for your reply concerning my inquiry. I am quite comfortable with the item. I will be paying you by Check and i would be making arrangements for the pick-up after you have received payment, If this meets your approval,
Kindly get back to me with the following details:
Name to be on the check, Home or office address(No P.O.BOX), City,State,Zip Code, Home & Cell Phone to contact you and your last Selling price for confirmation so that I can have your check ready.*
Please, be aware that the amount on the check is more than your asking price. The excess amount is for the (Shipping).you are to send my shipper the excess amount when you receive the Check.I will Be Happy if My Offer is Granted.
Alex
I use Amazon Add-on items allot they are great deals and you get free shipping so that's a win-win in my book. Finding them is a pain though I usually use:
http://add-onitems.com
They have a growing list of all the add-on items to qualify you for free shipping.
Great post! It's scary if you venture into investing without the necessary research and analysis. With binary options trading you can get upside exposure while only taking on limited risk.
If you bought it at Walgreen's then it was OTC, duhhhh
I think mason city iowa should be on the list. No hurricans are earthquakes. And its set almost perfect to avoid tornadoes
Pay bills
My favorite winter activity is ice fishing. I have beeb a winter outdoor athlete since I can remember with alpine and cross country skiing, snowmobiling and dogsled racing. While I still enjoy skiing and snowmobiling the relaxed pace of fishing is more enjoyable as I approach 60 years old. A day on the ice still burns a lot of calories because I walk at least 2 miles in a typical day of ice fishing. More nice things about ice fishing is it can be a family event for anyone old enough to stay outside for a few hours. It doesn't cost a lot to get started. For less than $200 you can buy a hand auger, jig pole, skimmer and some lures. Last of all you get to eat fresh fish from cold water. Fish caught in cold water taste better than the same species from the same pond in the heat of summer.
I hate the cold weather, so I'll have to say reading! I love a good book, blanket, and cup of coffee.
I'd buy my mom something extra nice for Christmas and save the rest.
If I won a prize, I would use it to pay bills and help our kids with college expenses.
I would put it towards retirement and buy something nice for myself.
My favorite outdoor winter activity is tacking up my horse and heading out to the woods for a nice like ride through the snow. My favorite indoor winter activity is curling up on the couch in front of the fire with a good book and a cup of hot tea while cuddling with my dog.