Senior Centre Hypnotist

Posted on January 27, 2012 @ 10:53 pm Filed under: humor by pie
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It was entertainment night at the Senior Citizens Center.Claude the hypnotist explained: “I’m here to put you into a trance; I intend to hypnotize each and every member of the audience.”

The excitement was almost electric as Claude withdrew a beautiful antique pocket watch from his coat.

“I want each of you to keep your eyes on this antique watch. It’s a very special watch. It’s been in my family for six generations.”

He began to swing the watch gently back and forth while quietly chanting, “Watch the watch, watch the watch, watch the watch…”

The crowd became mesmerized as the watch swayed back and forth, light gleaming off its polished surface. A hundred pairs of eyes followed the swaying watch until, suddenly, the chain broke; it slipped from the hypnotist’s fingers and fell to the floor, breaking into a hundred pieces.

“SHIT!” said the hypnotist.

It took three days to clean up the Senior Citizens Center.

Claude was never invited back.

Most Effective Way To Borrow Money Online

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When you need cash and don’t want to deal with the bureaucracy of big banks, consider online loans to help you get the money you need for medical emergencies. With the number of online lenders offering a multitude of loan options, it can seem daunting to borrow online. By following a few pointers, you can be well on your way to making the most of your online borrowing experience.

Before the Loan

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Before starting your lender search, you need to know your credit score. A score over 700 will make it easier to find credit and will keep your interest rates low. Don’t worry if your score isn’t quite that high; there are many options for those with less-than-perfect credit. Go into the pre-qualification process knowing your score will help you find the best lender and loan for you.

Decide what type of loan you need. Short-term loans, like payday loans or cash advances, can meet expenses for emergency situations such as medical emergencies. These types of loans are for short-term repayment only. Hence, it’ll be easier for you to pay the loan. After 60 days, for example, the loan repayment will be out of your hair in no time.

Online installment loans should only be used for emergencies. Avoid applying for an emergency loan to help you in car financing, home remodeling or even getting that dream vacation.

During the Application

Once you’ve done the ground work, it’s time to find a lender. Many large corporations have online lending capabilities. If you have established credit with a lender, you may want to try there first. A company that has a relationship with you is more likely to look past a few credit blips than a lender who knows nothing about you.  Ask for references from friends and family if you have no lender relationships.

Choosing two to three lenders to work with provides flexibility and competition among lenders. Competing lenders will often work to win your business by lowering interest rates and making repayment options to your liking. Start by getting pre-qualified with each lender; then compare each loan’s interest rate, repayment terms and fees side by side. If one has an interest rate you want but with repayment terms that isn’t what you need, show them their competitor’s terms.

After the Loan

Once you’re approved, make payments on time. Add just a little extra each month to show responsibility. Always paying your monthly dues on time will give your chosen lender an impression that you are a good borrower and they’d most likely offer you their services again in the future.

Do you have other ideas on effective ways to borrow money online? Share them in the comments.

Blue Monday (99) – Dancing Water

Posted on January 23, 2012 @ 2:58 am Filed under: Uncategorized by pie
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Blue Monday (98) – A Fine Day

Posted on January 16, 2012 @ 1:28 am Filed under: meme by pie
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Happy Blue Monday!

Potato Chips

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A little boy wanted to meet God. He knew it was a long trip to where God
lived, so he packed his suitcase with a bag of potato chips and a
six-pack of root beer and started his journey.

When he had gone about three blocks, he met an old woman. She was
sitting in the park, just staring at some pigeons. The boy sat down next
to her and opened his suitcase. He was about to take a drink from his
root beer when he noticed that the old lady looked hungry, so he offered
her some chips She gratefully accepted it and smiled at him.
Her smile was so pretty that the boy wanted to see it again, so he
offered her a root beer. Again, she smiled at him. The boy was
delighted! They sat there all afternoon eating and smiling, but they
never said a word.
As twilight approached, the boy realized how tired he was and he got up
to leave; but before he had gone more than a few steps, he turned
around, ran back to the old woman, and gave her a hug. She gave him her
biggest smile ever..
When the boy opened the door to his own house a
short time later, his mother was surprised by the look of joy on his
face. She asked him, “What did you do today that made you so happy?”He
replied, “I had lunch with God.” But before his mother could respond, he
added, “You know what? She’s got the most beautiful smile I’ve ever
seen!”

Meanwhile, the old woman, also radiant with joy, returned to her home.
Her son was stunned by the look of peace on her face and he asked,
“Mother, what did you do today that made you so happy?” She replied! “I
ate potato chips in the park with God.” However, before her son
responded, she added, “You know, he’s much younger than I expected.”

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a
listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all
of which have the potential to turn a life around. People come into our
lives for a reason, a season, or a lifetime! Embrace all equally!

Blue Monday (97), RT – Cool BMW

Posted on January 9, 2012 @ 11:56 am Filed under: meme by pie
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Cool Gems

Posted on January 8, 2012 @ 3:03 pm Filed under: jewelry by pie
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While browsing through this website which my friend recommended the other day,  I couldn’t believe my eyes… what she said was very true, this website that offers cultured diamond earrings among many others, are simply breathtaking!  Not only that, they are very elegant looking as well. They came in different colors which you can match with your outfits. These are not knockoffs, they are diamonds. They are as brilliant as they can be.   Morever, they have loose diamonds that can be set on the different designs they offer.  Cool, right?   Thanks to this friend of mine, now I am able to own some spectacular and exquisite jewelry!

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