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A Microsoft Christmas 'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, except Papa's mouse. The computer was humming, the icons were hopping, As Papa did last-minute Internet shopping. The stockings were hung by the modem with care In hope that St. Nicholas would bring new software. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of computer games danced in their heads. PageMaker for Billy, and Quicken for Dan, And Carmen Sandiego for Pamela Ann. The letters to Santa had been sent out by Mom, To santaclaus@toyshop. northpole. com Which has...

I need help and advice from my fellow FReepers. I just found out that an Islamic Education Center (Alabama Islamic Center to be precise) has opened about a block from my home. I'm not in the least bit happy about this and want to see them GONE! It is located in a commercially zoned area. BTW, the location of this place isn't more than a few miles from an Army base. Other than phoning my city councilman and protesting its existence, any suggestions on what can be done to get them to close their doors?

Project Runway has a two part conclusion for this season starting tonight. I've been wanting Laura to win since the beginning. However, I'm watching the reruns of the show where the designers have to choose a dog and design an outfit for the dog and the model. Gasp! Laura isn't a dog person and thats a point against her in my book. I can't believe it but Jeffrey (who I think is a complete a$$hole) has scored a point with me cause he choose the Corgi dog to design for and my beloved Scruffy is a Corgi mix. I'm extremely...

Sorry for the vanity but I need advice regarding a defense contract that has been protested. I got a phone call from my office shortly after I got home today telling me not to come in until further notice as the contract that I'm on and that was awarded to another contractor a couple of weeks ago has been protested. Does anyone have any idea how long this protest will take and how long my fellow employees and I can possibly be out of work? I've worked on defense contracts for the past couple of decades but this is the...

I just received not one but TWO nigerian scam letters in my FR email box!

I heard about this website on Fox and Friends this morning. www.cuteoverload.com The photos on this website are Awwww worthy and definitely stress relievers.

Something that I've noticed alot recently is the use of the word "and" when speaking dates and numbers. Examples: 1. Two Thousand AND Six (2006) 2. One Hundred AND Ninety Five (195) 3. The address is Three Hundred AND Seven (307) ------ Street 4. The temperature in ------ is One Hundred AND Two (102) degrees. 5. The driver qualified at One Hundred AND Eighty Six (186) miles per hour. I've noticed news, weather and sportscasters all using the "and" word with numbers. When I went to school back in the 60's and 70's, my classmates and I were reprimanded when...

Just read on MSN.com that actor/comic Red Button has died at age 87.

I heard about the following on Fox News today and could hardly believe it. Thought fellow Freepers would be interested in this. After all, what starts in the western part of the U.S. usually heads eastward. In 1919, Oregon was the first state to tax gasoline. This fall, the state will launch the nation's first high-tech experiment to tax drivers for the miles they travel rather than the gas they buy. The program is the first step in a long-term plan to replace the state's gasoline tax, which pays for about 40 percent of Oregon 's road projects. As in...

The 4th of July weekend will be here in a week and I thought that its now time for Freepers to post their favorite summertime recipes. Here's mine: Crock Pot Pork Shoulder 1 or 2 pork shoulders (depending upon the size of your crockpot ) *Maple Grove Farms of Vermont Low Carb Sugar Free Hickory Marinade and Basting Sauce Place pork in a greased crockpot and pour entire bottle (if using 2 shoulders; half bottle if using 1) over the pork. About twice an hour spoon the sauce over the pork. Cook for about 6 hours (approx). *For those of...

This is a hoot! Enjoy! http://ifaq.wap.org/seasonal/twassolstice.html

I'm looking for 2 or 3 stickers that have G. W. Bush and Ronald Reagan with the saying "My heroes have always been Cowboys". A neighbor of mine saw one of these on a car and would like to have one as would I. Would be willing to pay for them.

I just heard on my local CBS affiliate that Nashville, Tennessee is amongst the 6 locations in the U.S. that is trying to get the Tyson fight. Apparently, his handlers are having a very tough time finding a place for this.

Hello Fellow FReepers. I need your help in finding out information/cost/company where I can purchase voice recogniton software that can be used with MicroSoft Windows ME or 2000.The tendonitis & carpal tunnel has become so severe in both of my hands that this software may be the only way I can continue to use my computer to access FR and the rest of the Internet.Many thanks.

Hello Fellow FReepers! I need help in finding cartoons on time or stress (management). I'm taking a course and I know I and my fellow classmates can use a good laugh. I also know that if anyone can help me FReepers can and will! Thanks for your help.

FOX News is reporting that the Secret Service and President Bushs political aides are arguing amongst themselves. The Secret Service wants President Bush to go to NORAD in Colorado for his safety and the political aides want him at the White House for political reasons. What do you think?