Father's Day
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
Like father, like son? Seems a bright lad. Happy fathers day* * Note: musr remeber my father on fathers day:-O Roger Allen Sonork 100.10016 I think I need a new quote, I am on the prowl, so look out for a soft cute furry looking animal, which is really a Hippo in disguise. Its probably me.
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
I agree with Janetta - that needs an "aww, sweet" emoticon. I still put thought like that into the presents I buy my parents - though I tend to buy presents all year round not just on special days. It's always nice to let them know you do put a bit of effort into saying thank you.
David Wulff http://www.davidwulff.co.uk
I'm not schizophrenic, are we.
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Right now I would need that 'aww, sweet' emoticon! Happy father's day to you and all other fathers here! -Janetta
Janetta wrote: Happy father's day to you and all other fathers here! Thanks Janetta, though it's not officially Father's Day until Sunday 1st September. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
Michael Martin wrote: To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. I know you like beer, but 5-year-old kid isn't suppose to buy alkohol! :-D
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Michael Martin wrote: To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. I know you like beer, but 5-year-old kid isn't suppose to buy alkohol! :-D
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Maciej Pirog wrote: I know you like beer, but 5-year-old kid isn't suppose to buy alkohol! :-D I have pictures of my son aged 2 pouring beers (behind the bar) at a pub in Cambridge Massachusetts 1999. He and his 2 year old sister pay for beers at pubs here in Australia, though that is from the Beer Garden side of the bar. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
That youngster is not only very perceptive and thoughtful in his choice of gifts, but thrifty as well! Six Aussie bucks here would get him one pair of socks - plain white ones, at that. Good job, lad!:-D This Signature is Temporarily Out of Order
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That youngster is not only very perceptive and thoughtful in his choice of gifts, but thrifty as well! Six Aussie bucks here would get him one pair of socks - plain white ones, at that. Good job, lad!:-D This Signature is Temporarily Out of Order
Roger Wright wrote: That youngster is not only very perceptive and thoughtful in his choice of gifts, but thrifty as well! Six Aussie bucks here would get him one pair of socks - plain white ones, at that. Good job, lad!:-D I think the fact that the gifts were donated to the school and then sold cheaply to the kids helped. Over here $6.00 get you fuck all as well and the dollar is worth more than a quarter over here. ;P Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
Chris, you've got a great son there :cool: :rose: Elaine (happy fluffy tigress) Would you like to meet my teddy bear ?
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Roger Wright wrote: That youngster is not only very perceptive and thoughtful in his choice of gifts, but thrifty as well! Six Aussie bucks here would get him one pair of socks - plain white ones, at that. Good job, lad!:-D I think the fact that the gifts were donated to the school and then sold cheaply to the kids helped. Over here $6.00 get you fuck all as well and the dollar is worth more than a quarter over here. ;P Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
:-D Happy Father's Day, in any case! I envy you, lucky dog, you:) This Signature is Temporarily Out of Order
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
My Dad's a big kid, so I've long since given up trying to buy sensible presents for him. Instead I've taken to buying him toys (usually replacement ones to the old toys of his that I broke as a child), which seems to go down well. Recent presents have been a tin toy robot, a set of Dalek rolykins, and a set of bond cars (I really only wanted the car with the ejectorseat, but the shop had sold out of the individual cars). (Before anyone comments that he might just be being polite, he had the tin robot and the daleks hidden on the bottom of his birthday list amongst the sensible books and clothes that everyone else bought) Basically it's my solution to the question "What do you buy for someone who's already got everything" -- Help me! I'm turning into a grapefruit!
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
Michael Martin wrote: I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. IMO, that's what makes a gift a gift. Have a happy father's day Michael. :rose: Jeremy Falcon Imputek "C# is the answer to a question nobody asked." - Chris Losinger
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My 5 year old son (in kindergarten) had his first Father's Day sale at school today. Each kid gets to take $3.00 to school and make a purchase of a small gift for their father. It is to raise money for the school. He went to school with $6.00 so he could get a gift for his Grandfather as well. He was not prompted to get anything in particular so made his own choices. He was so excited when he got home that we got the presents already. I received a small screwdriver (9cm or 3.75") (that has large and small philips and standard heads in the handle) as well as 2 rolls of electrical tape. Since I 'like to fix things', also I do love tools. His Grandfather received a pair of black socks and a hankerchief. As he 'only wears black socks' and my son is concerned by the number of tissues his Grandfather uses. I'm sure nobody cares but I am absolutely rapt with the amount of thought he put into the presents. To put it into perspective, $6.00 is about half the cost of a six pack of beer. So not much to make a purchase with let alone two purchases. Michael Martin Australia mjm68@tpg.com.au "I personally love it because I can get as down and dirty as I want on the backend, while also being able to dabble with fun scripting and presentation games on the front end." - Chris Maunder 15/07/2002
The most astounding gift is your son, isn't he? Best wishes on Father's Day.:) Gary R. Wheeler