| Author | Message | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 178 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 173.25.102.41 Rating: |
Now that Osama is dead, Im thinking we need to be very eyeful of everything because of retaliation.... | ||
| Donald P H (Eagle19952)
Registered Member Username: Eagle19952 Post Number: 70 Registered: 11-2007 Posted From: 75.204.81.206 Rating: N/A |
Me TOO !! | ||
| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1509 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 76.195.74.142  Rating: N/A |
NO way, Alcida is a showboat style org , and wants to do MAJOR damage to the West (to keep up (mostly Saudi) funding). Small stuff retaliation like blowing a pizza parlor is not their style. A BIG BANG takes big time to organize. FF | ||
| Dave Walker (Chrome_dome)
Registered Member Username: Chrome_dome Post Number: 283 Registered: 3-2010 Posted From: 75.210.54.208  Rating: N/A |
Fred you are exactly right IMHO. Plus do we really know that he is? Interesting how they announced it during the end on "The Apprentice" That the Trump does. And then supposedly he was buried at sea very soon after. Just saying. Just as the election years are heating up. Dave | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 51 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175  Rating: |
Show me the body. This seems very staged to me and the timing is suspect. What we all need to be mindful of are the "speculators" who are driving the price of our necessities into the stratosphere due to unrestrained greed. There was a time when "commodities" speculation was regulated. Look what de-regulating it has done to us. Every society has to have boundaries, even a capitalist one. Our worst enemies exist within. | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 179 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 173.25.102.41 Rating: N/A |
I agree the timing is suspect...... soon after Obama announces he will run, 2 days after the release of his birth certificate... I agree the timing makes one ponder! Nonetheless Alquida (sp?) has had many years and a LOT of time to figure out what to do in case Osama is killed. Having plants in this country ready wouldnt surprise me..... just be a little more careful | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 52 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175 Rating: N/A |
Yes, that is possible and we do need to be careful out there, especially solo women. I have decided to be a traveling self-defense teacher as a way to help the most victimized among us feel more empowered. I will be reaching out to "senior" groups too as they are some of the most vulnerable. If anybody here is interested in classes at their CG or in a community center, please let me know. Thanks, Kat | ||
| Ian Giffin (Admin)
Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1439 Registered: 7-1997 Posted From: 24.239.5.12  Rating: N/A |
Kat, You have a whole senior's group right here, as 44% of our viewership is age 50+ with 61% of viewers have an income of $60k or greater. I'm more than happy to take anything you have in print and devote a section here on the bulletin board for you. I make a presumption that you are also involved in elder fraud and elder abuse, as well and if so, please feel free to include any of that material here, too. Ian www.busnut.com | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 53 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175 Rating: N/A |
Hi Ian, Thanks! I will get you some material. I am close to being certified so as soon as that happens I will be looking to book classes around the country. Elder fraud and abuse is also part of my reason for this as well as child and animal welfare. Kat | ||
| John & Barb Tesser (Bigrigger)
Registered Member Username: Bigrigger Post Number: 511 Registered: 9-2007 Posted From: 96.42.5.35  Rating: N/A |
I travel with a self defense expert made by Smith and Wesson and a 140 pound canine. Since most of the time I have a hard time getting the door open myself I feel pretty safe about the chances of being "bus jacked" anyway. | ||
| Gus Causbie (Gusc)
Registered Member Username: Gusc Post Number: 1316 Registered: 11-2005 Posted From: 173.202.18.176  Rating: |
How did all this stuff get onto a bus board?? | ||
| John & Barb Tesser (Bigrigger)
Registered Member Username: Bigrigger Post Number: 512 Registered: 9-2007 Posted From: 96.42.5.35 Rating: |
I thought the thread was made applicable when Ian gave the stats of the number of elderly people who frequent this board. Add that to the fact that many of them spend a major portion of their lives "on the road", I think it makes perfect sense. Whats your problem, if it doesn't have to do with what guage wire you use it isn't fit for the board? They even titled it OT (that means off topic) so those of you who are incensed wouldn't have to waste your time looking at it. Move on and quit whining! John | ||
| Dave Walker (Chrome_dome)
Registered Member Username: Chrome_dome Post Number: 284 Registered: 3-2010 Posted From: 75.210.193.99 Rating: |
Hey Gus; This one like others starts with O/T. O/T stands for OFF TOPIC. Which means Not about Buses. If you see that don't click on it OK? Your Welcome Chromie | ||
| john w. roan (Chessie4905)
Registered Member Username: Chessie4905 Post Number: 2072 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 71.58.71.157  Rating: N/A |
I wonder how much OBL's coach will go for? | ||
| john w. roan (Chessie4905)
Registered Member Username: Chessie4905 Post Number: 2073 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 71.58.71.157 Rating: N/A |
oops,..UBL doh! | ||
| Dal Farnworth (Dallas)
Registered Member Username: Dallas Post Number: 511 Registered: 7-2004 Posted From: 75.91.203.25  Rating: N/A |
Forget your meds again chessie? | ||
| R.C.Bishop (Chuckllb)
Registered Member Username: Chuckllb Post Number: 1490 Registered: 7-2006 Posted From: 97.225.172.85  Rating: N/A |
Hmmm... in the minority,..... AGAIN....  RCB | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 54 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175 Rating: N/A |
The one thing we all have in common is a love of buses. I would not have the great life I do without my "retired" Greyhound. I love my bus! What we do, as fellow bus lovers, with our lives is relevant and would be fun to talk about. Technical stuff is great. I have had many informative tips passed along...thanks! So, even though this may seem OT, I believe it is on the mark. Best To All, Kat | ||
| joe padberg (Joemc7ab)
Registered Member Username: Joemc7ab Post Number: 494 Registered: 6-2004 Posted From: 66.38.159.33 Rating: N/A |
Kat Stil off topic; that person has been dead since about dec 2001, allmost ten years. Confirmed by an interview between David Frost and Benazir Bhutto who was assassinated about a month later. Available on U tube, even the perpetrator of the deed is named. | ||
| Jack Fids (Jack_fids)
Registered Member Username: Jack_fids Post Number: 694 Registered: 1-2009 Posted From: 72.211.128.245  Rating: N/A |
Chromie becomes a Jihadist I wondered who dug up Pete's old hatchet ! "How did all this stuff get onto a bus board??" People who own busses post it here.... at least that has bee the SOP since I came. Of course your milage may vary... License, tax, WSW tires & dealer prep not included! Chessie... why the correction between OBL & UBL...? are you trying to show proper respect for a Thug? ;) Frankly, in my book, he as been SOL & UAFC for the past 10 years (Message edited by Jack_fids on May 03, 2011) | ||
| Steve "Spanky" Aune (Spanky77707)
Registered Member Username: Spanky77707 Post Number: 46 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 64.234.1.246  Rating: N/A |
I think along with our bus being ready for the road, we need to be ready for the road and to me that includes some form of self defense. When we pull into a truck stop or wherever, we never know who might be lurking out side wanting to do us harm. I believe this is all about busnuts... On Topic! Spanky (Steve) | ||
| Dal Farnworth (Dallas)
Registered Member Username: Dallas Post Number: 513 Registered: 7-2004 Posted From: 75.91.203.25 Rating: N/A |
For years and years, I have carried a handy little Very Pistol. It came in handy once when I was driving truck, but I haven't needed it since then. The downside is that every so often you have to replace the flares, but they aren't that expensive. I see that the newer versions are in 12 gauge. I might have to update mine and send it to a WWII museum! Oh, and the fellow I used it on had a really bad case of heartburn as he flang himself from the cab of my truck! | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 181 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 72.67.16.123 Rating: N/A |
My mom has a gun lol. Im wanting to learn to shoot one of those machine type bow and arrow But I dont believe in killing animals unless absolutely necessary for survival of my own kind. In this case though, it would be more likely used against my own kind  (Message edited by happycamperbrat on May 03, 2011) | ||
| Jim Wilke (Jim Bob) (Pd41044039)
Registered Member Username: Pd41044039 Post Number: 629 Registered: 2-2001 Posted From: 184.0.13.120  Rating: N/A |
My late uncle Sammy, a retired Teamster always said: "I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by six". He was referring to the heinous crime of carrying a licensed handgun through New York State when travelling from his home in Rhode Island to anywhere else. | ||
| Gus Causbie (Gusc)
Registered Member Username: Gusc Post Number: 1318 Registered: 11-2005 Posted From: 173.202.29.113 Rating: |
I'm probably the oldest member on this board. I thought this board was for bus stuff? I love bus stuff, but this stuff is not needed here. I am fully aware Ian is boss! This strikes me as another thread of rampant paranoia. | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 55 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175 Rating: N/A |
Steve, As a solo, female, busnut I can tell you how much more confident I feel traveling alone knowing I can handle dicey situations should they occur. I have a very protective Shepherd mix buddy and his sister so that helps but having the skills I do gives me even more confidence. Sharing that with other travelers is something I enjoy doing. We're all in this together and if I can help in some way, I will. | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 56 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175 Rating: N/A |
Gus, It's not about being paranoid, it's about being aware and prepared. Just like it's good to know how our rigs work, it's also good to know how to defuse a possible volatile situation and protect those we love. | ||
| Gary Seay (Gdude)
Registered Member Username: Gdude Post Number: 53 Registered: 6-2010 Posted From: 216.67.116.242  Rating: N/A |
Gus, I'm probably one of the youngest and one of the newest members on this board. I have read and monitored almost everyone's post's on here for some time. I can tell you that I and probably most others respect your wisdom and knowledge you share with us here. But I personally don't see a problem with off topic threads being started. I actually enjoy most of them. What I don't care for is hijacking someone's thread and taking it off topic. Just thought I'd let you know your one of the ones I respect. Gary | ||
| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1511 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 75.60.110.97 Rating: N/A |
A Paranoid is a person that knows the facts. "I see that the newer versions are in 12 gauge" Beware a flare gun is very light and will not chamber a 12G shotgun round , there too long. A 12G flair gun , with 5 min in a lathe , will chamber a shotgun round. It will explode in the hands of the operator the first time its fired. Hmmmm, FF | ||
| Dal Farnworth (Dallas)
Registered Member Username: Dallas Post Number: 514 Registered: 7-2004 Posted From: 75.91.203.25 Rating: N/A |
Actually Fred, I was speaking about the fact that the 12 gauge flare would be easier to handle than the 25mm 1940's model I have now. If I wanted to use the heavy hardware, it would be the .40 S&W or even the 20 gauge shotgun. Is it still paranoia when they really are out to get you? | ||
| Gus Causbie (Gusc)
Registered Member Username: Gusc Post Number: 1319 Registered: 11-2005 Posted From: 173.202.21.192 Rating: |
Somehow I don't feel any threat by a terrorist against my little bus!! Jihadist? 12 Gage? Birth Certificate? .40 S&W? Flare pistols? Osama? Machine type bow and arrow? Obama? If this isn't paranoia I don't know what else to call it? This string would be right at home on the NRA board. We can't give Obama any credit either even though he did in 2 1/2 years what Bush couldn't do in seven!! | ||
| Kat Battersby (Ramblinruby)
Registered Member Username: Ramblinruby Post Number: 57 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 66.18.163.175 Rating: |
Hey Gus, My point is that, as a solo woman, I have to be more careful than you guys. Women, children and animals are preyed upon with alarming frequency. I am a full-timer so, to me, this is about every day safety and awareness of your surroundings. I have traveled solo for a long time so I know what I'm talking about. Your mind and body are most effective against human predators and other violent offenders if you know how to utilize them without fear. Nothing political or paranoid about that, just simple self-preservation. | ||
| Kevin Mossman (Ktmossman)
Registered Member Username: Ktmossman Post Number: 30 Registered: 9-2007 Posted From: 76.97.216.131 Rating: |
Having a fire extinguisher is not "paranoid." Having insurance is not "paranoid." So, why is it "paranoid" to be prepared to defend your loved ones and yourself? Remember: When seconds count, the police are only minutes away... | ||
| Dan Clishe (Cody)
Registered Member Username: Cody Post Number: 14 Registered: 1-2008 Posted From: 206.51.120.170 Rating: |
I don't think anyone here is particularily paranoid, I'm retired from law enforcement and I think possibly I've seen most of the possible situations that can cause harm, all I can suggest is that a person should be aware of their surroundings and listen to your gut instincts, if you feel uneasy about a situation, remove yourself from it if you can, the way the laws are structured now it seems they favor the criminal so be aware that the protection you carry may become a legal liability, sometimes there are alternatives to lethal force that can be very effective, I saw a presentation once on the effects of a can of wasp spray on a person, I was impressed but we all must choose for ourselves where our comfort level is and what it takes to maintain that comfort level. | ||
| Roderick W. Chandler (Rod)
Registered Member Username: Rod Post Number: 78 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 173.185.6.120  Rating: |
Gus Please be a good board member and reasonable busnut. If a subject line has OT in it any where please don't read it. It will insult your sensibilities. If you feel you must read it to complete your day please refrain from responding. You have made your dislike of OT subjects obvious and we all appreciate that. We don't expect you to read and enjoy OT topics but we really get tired of your whining. | ||
| Dal Farnworth (Dallas)
Registered Member Username: Dallas Post Number: 525 Registered: 7-2004 Posted From: 75.91.204.67 Rating: |
Rod and Cody~Cody and Rod~Rody and Cod~Cod and Rody.... Whoever.... I voted for you! | ||
| Dan Clishe (Cody)
Registered Member Username: Cody Post Number: 15 Registered: 1-2008 Posted From: 206.51.120.170 Rating: |
I'm not sure I understand the voting. | ||
| George Martinez (Foohorse)
Registered Member Username: Foohorse Post Number: 500 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 69.171.161.195  Rating: N/A |
I voted for you Dallas and for Cody for not understanding the voting. | ||
| Dave Walker (Chrome_dome)
Registered Member Username: Chrome_dome Post Number: 286 Registered: 3-2010 Posted From: 75.210.198.79 Rating: N/A |
I am voting for everyone that does not understand what the voting was all about or in the future to be or not to be for that is the question that is not understood and probably never willllllbbbbbber. Good to see you back Cody,Man some peoples kids Eh!!! Hope all is well. How's the cold up there, LOL Chromie | ||
| Dan Clishe (Cody)
Registered Member Username: Cody Post Number: 16 Registered: 1-2008 Posted From: 206.51.120.170 Rating: |
I think the vote will probably a blessing for me to not understand, this is one less thing for me to loose sleep over, I hadn't noticed it before. Weather is great, hitting into the 50's on a regular basis now, we're hoping that summer will come early this year maybe on a tuesday. | ||
| Jack Fids (Jack_fids)
Registered Member Username: Jack_fids Post Number: 698 Registered: 1-2009 Posted From: 72.211.128.245 Rating: N/A |
From CNN: http://www.cnn.com/2011/TECH/social.media/05/04/fake.bin.laden.scam/index.html?hpt=Sbin -- As news spread that the White House won't release photos of Osama bin Laden's body, federal authorities and security experts on Wednesday were urging Web users to be careful clicking on fake links claiming to offer images or video about his death. The FBI has released a warning about malicious software being spread with the fake links. The agency's Internet Crime Complaint Center urges the following: • Adjust privacy settings on your social-networking sites, like Facebook, to make it harder for friends or non-friends to post items to your wall. • Read e-mails and social-media posts carefully. Malicious messages often contain poor grammar, misspellings and "nonstandard English." | ||
| les marston (Les_marston)
Registered Member Username: Les_marston Post Number: 312 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 68.151.225.213  Rating: N/A |
The misspelling, poor grammar and nonstandard english is standard fare on most boards. Get a Mac and don't worry about it | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 222 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 173.25.102.41 Rating: N/A |
So I get to blame all my mispellings, etc. on a virus now? COOL!!! |
