Birthday Part 1

Yesterday was my wonderful husband Dan's 27th birthday.  It was a great day, cause we spent it together {pauses while everyone watches the hearts fly}.  He had to go to work of course, but was able to get off around 9am.  We were pleasently aware it was paid time off, which makes it 100 times better.  We got ready for the day, and started by a trip to Cabela's.  If you don't hunt or fish, you might not have ever been in a Cabela's as it is a hunting/fishing/game {animals, not nintendo} store.  We spent a LONG time playing with the guns and seeing which one would be perfect for me {weight, kickback, comfort, etc}, which ones he liked, and which ones we could afford.  Since we couldn't afford a third gun for our home, we moved on to the knives.  Dan's been wanting a new hunting knife for a while, but we still didn't find one perfect for him.  We then drooled over the fishing gear and decided to come back after his party, since he's hoping for a new pole and reel combo.  The fun thing about Cabela's, if you've never been, is the animals.  They're dead of course, who would want a live bear in the store?!  They have the middle of the store roped off with all these beautiful animals placed in a well made out scene.  They also have a fish tank with lots of pretty fish :) not the kind you normally see in pet stores.  These are the type you actually fish for, like Pike, Carpe, Bass, Catfish, etc.

  

Then we did one of Dan's favorite things, we went to ZamZows.  I know, sounds lame right?  Well, he loves it.  We go to look at the animals, more specifically the reptiles.  He likes to drool over the Agame's, the Dragons, the Snakes, and other animals.  Once he's done explaining everything he knows about all of those animals, I'm finally allowed to go look at the birds and rats.  We spent some time talking to the birds and feeding them, then we went on to the reptile equipment area.  For those who don't know, Dan is making a new tank for our bearded dragon Reptar.  It's going to be huge, an estimated 400 gallon tank.  We were looking at new lights,  new equipment, and new landscaping items for the terrain.  It's going to be a beautiful tank, well suited for our growing little girl!

  

I then treated Dan to The Ram Restaurant.  He'd never been, but had heard good things from me.  I had been there I believe 3 times when I was in Washington earlier in the year, and was in love with a particular burger they had.  When we went this time, though, it wasn't the same.  I ordered the same burger {I believe}, but it came with pepper bacon.. I hate pepper bacon!  The burger from before had honey bacon on it, and the bun soaked up a little honey so the bun was just sweet enough to blow my mind.  This bacon was making the bun peppery.  Ugh, I don't know about you, but pepper is disgusting if you can taste it.  Dan ordered a burger that was way on the spicy side, it even had spicy mustard.  He enjoyed the meal, but wasn't as impressed with The Ram as I hoped he would be.

 

We had to stop at Winco for some Pearl Onions for dinner that evening, then we went hom.  We then did Dan's new obsession, we took a nap.  This boy gets up at 4am for work, but we lately haven't been going to be until 11:30pm.  He then doesn't sleep at night, and is tired all the time.  So when we got home, he slept for a good 4 hours, but I only got 1 or so, since I had to get up and prepare dinner.  So 3:30 comes around, and I'm preparing the pot roast.  This pot roast was beautifuly surrounded by baby red skin potato's, carrots, celery, pearl onions, and a juicy goodness.  I tell you, that dinner was gooood when we finally ate at 6.  Topping it off, he got fresh triple berry pie.  I am proud to say I FINALLY DID A PIE RIGHT!!  The recipe my sister Katie gave me was perfect.  I made it before we went to Cabela's, and it sat all day cooling and setting.  It was finally right, only problem is I don't like blueberries, so I had to take Dan's word it was good.

  

To round the night off, I let Dan play video games until 11 or so.  Uninterrupted video game time with a bunch of good beer, a smoke or two, and pie was all he needed to finish his birthday right.  We then snuggled watching Cops and then we were off to sleep.

 

And now all that's left is his birthday party with the family on Friday :)

 

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New Scam!

 Yet another scam in my email.  These people couldn't possibly be succeeding with this scam, could they?  Portions in red are my thoughts :) I hope you enjoy this just as much as I enjoyed reading and responding to it.  And one note- LEARN TO SPELL SIMPLE WORDS.

 

Zakari Maimalari Street

Cadastral Zone AO,

Central Business District, Abuja.

Private : scam_notice023451@btinternet.com

Attention Beneficiary,  <- What, you don't even know my name??

The British High Commission in Nigeria, Benin Republic,Ghana and Burkina faso,South Africa,Togo,Senegal In collaboration with UK(London) Anti-Crime Squad received a report of scam against you and other British/US citizens and Malaysia,Etc.whom the country of Nigeria/Benin, Burkina faso, Ghana And UK(London)Anti-Crime Squad have recompensed you due to meeting held with Four countries Government and the world high commissions against fraud activities by the Four country Citizens.Your name was among those scammed as listed by the Nigeria Financial Intelligent Unit (NFIU).

Really?  MY name was among those scammed? I don't remember being scammed, and since I don't have very much money anyways, I hold on to the money I have.  So what money was scammed? I haven't counted my monopoly money lately... is it that money?

A compensation has been issued out in ATM DEBIT CARD to all the affected victims and has been already in distribution to all the bearers. Your ATM CARD was among those that was reported undelivered as at last Friday and we wish to advise you to see to the instructions of the Committee to make sure you receives your ATM CARD immediately for your usage.

You don't even know my name, and you're trying to send me an ATM card?  If this is a legal process to right the wrongs done to me, where's the legal documents?  There's a trail of paper work when I go to the bathroom, but not when I collect money??

According to the number of applicants at hand,184 Beneficiaries has been paid, half of the victims are from the United States,we still have more 37 left to be paid the compensations of ($1,000,000.00 USD) One Million United State Dollar's each. Your particulars was mentioned by one of the Syndicates who was arrested as one of their victims of the operations,you are hereby warned not to communicate or duplicate this message to him for any reason whatsoever as the U.S. secret service is already on trace of the other criminals. So keep it secret till they are all apprehended.Other victims who have notbeen contacted can submit their application as well for scrutiny and possible consideration.

OH, so of the money that was "taken" from me, I'm going to receive a million US dollars?  And the US Secret Service is on the trail of other criminals so I need to keep this a secret?  BULL SHIT!  If this was as serious and real as your saying, then the US government would be talking about it.  Also, where were these people apprehended?  Cause I've never heard of the US Secret Service working in collaboration with England's whatever police and asking us to keep it secret..

NFIU further told us that the use of Nigeria Couriers and the Benin was abolished due to interception activities noticed in the above mentioned courier services in Benin,Nigeria and Ghana and thereby have made a concrete arrangement with the DHL Courier Company for a safe delivery to your door-step once the beneficiary meets up the demand of the conveyance.

We advise that you do the needful to make sure the NFIU dispatches your recompense on Friday. You are assured of the safety of your ATM CARD and availability and be advised that you should stop further contacts with all the fake lawyers and security companies who in collaboration scammed youget back to me immediately to check if the delivery date suits you.

 Further contact with fake lawyers?  Who've I been in contact with.  Also, there is supposed to be punctuation between you and get.

Since the Federal Bureau of Investigation is involved in this transaction, you have to be rest assured for this is 100% risk free it is our duty to protect the American Citizens and other europ countrie's worldwide. All I want you to do is to contact Mr John Simmon via email, for their requirements to proceed regarding the delievery of your Atm Card,which will cost you $275.00 only.So your files would be updated after which he will send the payment informations which you'll use in making payment of $275.00 via Western Union Money Transfer or Money Gram Transfer for the Delievery of your Atm Card,after you make the payment,The delivery of your Atm Card will be effected to your designated home address without any further delay.

 Oh, ok.  So since you "owe" me a million dollars, I'm to pay $275 for a card?  Learn how to spell Europe, countries, delivery, information {has no S on the end}, and various other words and then maybe I'll send you some money.

You are advised to send also your direct mobile or telephone number for easier communication.

You are to contact Mr John Simmons Consular/Diplomat BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION ABUJA,with the information below,for the release of your fund.

Contact Person : John Simmons

Zakari Maimalari Street

Cadastral Zone AO,

Central Business District, Abuja.

Telephone: +234-807-508-1267

Email : jjsimmons349@yahoo.com.hk

Re-Confirm your details.

1. SURNAME

2. OTHER NAMES

3. PHONE AND FAX NUMBERS

4. ADDRESS

5. AMOUNT TO BE CLAIMED.

Why don't you tell me what information you have for me, and I'll tell you if it's right.  Thought so, idiot.

You are to contact directly the office of the Consular at: jjsimmons349@yahoo.com.hk

Yours in Service,

Linda Travis

Secretary to the Consular/Diplomat

BRITISH HIGH COMMISSIONS ABUJA.

Note: Do disregard any email you get from any impostors or offices claiming to be in possesion of your ATM CARD, you are hereby adviced only to be in contact with Mr. John Simmon of the ATM CARD CENTRE who is the rightful person to deal with in regards to your ATM CARD PAYMENT and forward any emails you get from impostors to this office so we could act upon and commence investigation.

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Shower Dreams

I had the strangest and nicest daydream today.  It was unusual since I usually don't daydream in the shower, and I'm so glad I did!  A little background might be necessary, so I'll elaborate.  My wonderful and kind father died of what we'll call surgery complications on March 22nd this year.  It was and still is a fresh and almost unbearable pain in my life.  Making it harder, of coure, was the loss of my step father December 26th of 2003.  Having both loving and devoted fathers taken from me has put a crimp in my emotional and I'm sure psychological way of thinking and dealing with everyday life.  I am far from a basketcase, but I'm sure you can understand where I'm coming from.

 

I dreamt of a diner in heaven {yes i see heaven as a diner}, with a circular table and people all around the table.  It was a red and tan booth, comfortable, but looked brand new.  My dad Brian was sitting relaxed and comfortable in his Navy uniform.  He looked exactly like he did when he was in his early 20's.  He looked so handsome and happy, so peaceful.  Next to him was a handsome 40 year old Mexican in sweat pants and a comfortable t-shirt.  He looked like he just got back from the gym and was feeling good.  I'll always remember my step-dad Alex this way, it was the happiest time in his life.  They looked so happy and comfortable with each other, not a care in the world.

 

Maybe that's what heaven is like... you become the age you were happiest at.  I know my Dad is in his sailor suit right now, and my step-dad.. he might be salsa dancing. :) Can you imagine the parties?

 

Don't ever stop thinking about the ones you lose.

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Internet Scam

So it's come to my own Yahoo account isn't safe.  I know what you're thinking: "duh, Jayme!" I've received two emails that are just irking me.  One was enough, but two.. that's two too many!

First email was on 06/10/09. My last name has been covered up with R*** so you don't figure out I'm batman.

 
Attn:Jayme R***


I am the personal/sole executor to the late Mr.Robert R***  hereinafter referred to as my client who worked as an independent oil magnate in my country.He died in a car crash with his immediate family in East London on November 5, 2002..


Mr Robert had Left behind a deposit of 6.8 Million British Pounds Sterling only with a trust company After his death,the Trust company contacted me being his attorney to provide who is right heir to his fortune and this according to them is their policy in sure circumstances.Directors of the company just adopted a resolution and I was mandated to provide his right heir for the release of the fund within a very limited time or forfeit the fund as an abandoned funds.your last name is similar making it easier.


It is unprofitable for his funds to be submitted to the government of this country or some financial institution.Like I said, I require solemn confidentiality on this. Please get in touch with me by my alternative email (richardwrkhamm@hotmail.com) 44-701 113 9692  for better confidentiality and send to me your telephone and fax numbers to enable us discuss further on this transaction. Thanks for your understanding.


Richard Hamm.

solicitor at law.

44-701 113 9692

richardwrkhamm@hotmail.com


Let's talk about this, shall we? First off I am a R*** by marriage, I wouldn't have a right to these "millions," someone by blood who would be closer than myself would be closer to that money.  Second, Momma didn't raise a fool.  I am the furthest thing from gullible, naive, or stupid.  I have street smarts up the wazoo, do you know where I grew up?  Ok ok, I'm climbing off my ghetto soap box and getting back to the topic at hand. Seriously though, I know an internet scam when I see one.  And third {this is my favorite}, I AM THE INTERNET GENERATION! I know that when something sounds fishy, looks fishy and smells fishy, double check it online and see if it's a fish.  There are people online complaining about the same thing that I'm claiming!  How stupid do these people think I am?

Here's the funny part, I got a second email.  This one is from a different person, email address and phone number.  Granted this letter is shorter than the first, but it has the same wording, same person who "died," and same slimy feeling.  Oh and notice that the amount of "my" money has gone up?  It was "6.8 Million British Pounds Sterling" and now it's "£9.8million." Seems strange that in 2 months and 19 days it's gone up 3 million 

Here's the second letter, again with my last name changed to R*** {Cause I'm Batman}


--

I am Arthur Preston, a solicitor at law and the sole executor to the late Mr. Robert M. R*** who died in a car crash with his immediate family in East London. Kindly get in touch with me for better explanation and send to me your telephone and fax numbers to enable us discuss further on this abandoned estate worth £9.8million. Thanks for your understanding


Arthur Preston.

+44 7045 763 896.

 

Fucking scam artist, not even a good one... I'm ashamed of you.  Who really starts a letter with 5 or 6 spaces, then "--".. with not a hello or anything.  If they want to scam me, they need to wine and dine me first.  Make me feel sexy, wanted, and loved.. then try to give me this weak scam.
 
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I always feel good after tearing someone apart :)

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