Hey I sent my son to college there. I obviously agree.
Canada has its good points.
quote:Originally posted by StarDad:quote:Originally posted by BobbleheadDoll:
Couple months and we will have a snow bank you can stick your head in to ccol off.
Sorry, Bobble, not a fan of Canada. US is the best country in this planet. I think everyone will agree with me on this one.
WRONG
That a good majority of US citizens can't afford healthcare.
Canada offers so much to visitors, and much more to its countrymen.
quote:Originally posted by OLDSLUGGER8:quote:Originally posted by StarDad:quote:Originally posted by BobbleheadDoll:
Couple months and we will have a snow bank you can stick your head in to ccol off.
Sorry, Bobble, not a fan of Canada. US is the best country in this planet. I think everyone will agree with me on this one.
WRONG
That a good majority of US citizens can't afford healthcare.
Canada offers so much to visitors, and much more to its countrymen.
Well, Canada spend 0 penny on their military under our protection. That's the money which they spend on their healthcare system. If not for us to keep the world peace, Canada will be the next France in the World War III as our president predicted.
US should Tax Canada for protection fee. IMO
Why I am not a fan of Canada? Because I don't like selfish neighbor.
OS have you seen our tax structure ? We also have a health tax fee for people over a certain income which was introduced a few years ago.
Gains on your personal homes are exempt, lotteries and win falls are exempt but believe me we pay dearly for our health care. The good thing is that eveyone is covered so far. The govt is trying to start charging a minimal fee which many cannot afford.
My view is it should be universal because people will not get help which will only increase the burden on the country.
Gains on your personal homes are exempt, lotteries and win falls are exempt but believe me we pay dearly for our health care. The good thing is that eveyone is covered so far. The govt is trying to start charging a minimal fee which many cannot afford.
My view is it should be universal because people will not get help which will only increase the burden on the country.
quote:Well, Canada spend 0 penny on their military under our protection. That's the money which they spend on their healthcare system. If not for us to keep the world peace, Canada will be the next France in the World War III as our president predicted.
US should Tax Canada for protection fee. IMO
Why I am not a fan of Canada? Because I don't like selfish neighbor.
You are an absolute moron. You keep showing your ignorance. The was a funeral just a 100 yards from here for a Canadian soldier killed in afganistan.
Canadians support thye US in their wars. The last prime minister didn't and he is gone. The new PM is 100% behind the US as are the soldiers. There is an anti war faction who have tried to get us to withdraw our troops because of the mounting death toll but we are there for the long haul.
You don't even use decent grammar as has been pointed out. I am just trying to figure which planet you come from.
quote:Originally posted by BobbleheadDoll:
OS have you seen our tax structure ? We also have a health tax fee for people over a certain income which was introduced a few years ago.
Gains on your personal homes are exempt, lotteries and win falls are exempt but believe me we pay dearly for our health care. The good thing is that eveyone is covered so far. The govt is trying to start charging a minimal fee which many cannot afford.
My view is it should be universal because people will not get help which will only increase the burden on the country.
How much do you spend on Military? If there's a Russian Invasion in the future, Would you guys cry for help from US. Talk about selfish, I see enough!
BobbleheadDoll:
So far in my count, 4 Canadian soldier dead from friendly fire. That's it. Even that is an accident, and only 4 people losses , you people still got really mad , and threated a pull back years ago. Is that the fact!
So far in my count, 4 Canadian soldier dead from friendly fire. That's it. Even that is an accident, and only 4 people losses , you people still got really mad , and threated a pull back years ago. Is that the fact!
Our population is 10% of the US population and we spend accordingly. We definitely do not have the resources that the US does but we do our share.
OS8, you want YOUR health care provided by same folks that handled Katrina?quote:by OS8: a good majority of US citizens can't afford healthcare.
if you think it's expensive now, just wait til it's free
Those 4 were killed by an American pilot and it was an accident. You aren't even close to the number of Canadian soldiers that have been killed so far.
I can't believe I am even talking about this with a moron who is obviously illiterate.
I can't believe I am even talking about this with a moron who is obviously illiterate.
Uh oh.. U.S. vs. Canada. This could get ugly. Better rush the minutemen north. Ok, guys, let's talk:
CANADA
Pros----------------Cons
Plenty of Moose-----The moose are liberals
Free Health Care----Your appointment is in 2017
Beautiful Women-----They prefer each other
Molson Beer---------$2.75 per bottle tax
Cultural Diversity--French Women Don't Shave
C'mon, give Canada a break guys! Without them, our Indian Casinos would go broke!
CANADA
Pros----------------Cons
Plenty of Moose-----The moose are liberals
Free Health Care----Your appointment is in 2017
Beautiful Women-----They prefer each other
Molson Beer---------$2.75 per bottle tax
Cultural Diversity--French Women Don't Shave
C'mon, give Canada a break guys! Without them, our Indian Casinos would go broke!
quote:Originally posted by BobbleheadDoll:
Our population is 10% of the US population and we spend accordingly. We definitely do not have the resources that the US does but we do our share.
Well, the Size of Canada is not small. You got all the resources to spend on your healhcare and education but not military. Do never brag your Canadian wealth in front of the US people. That's disrespect to my beloved brothers who fight in the US military.
BobbleheadDoll:
Do never brag your Canadian wealth in front of the US people. That's disrespect to my beloved brothers who fight in the US military. Especially today, the Veteran's Day!
Although I am not happy with your post, I never use one bad word in all my 105 posts, that's my rule of posting. You should be embarassed by your own words.
Do never brag your Canadian wealth in front of the US people. That's disrespect to my beloved brothers who fight in the US military. Especially today, the Veteran's Day!
Although I am not happy with your post, I never use one bad word in all my 105 posts, that's my rule of posting. You should be embarassed by your own words.
Politics and basebll,..not a good combination.
Lets go play catch,... before this thread gets locked up,....whatta ya say?
Lets go play catch,... before this thread gets locked up,....whatta ya say?
What does this conversation have to do with the income of a minor league baseball player?
yea...I would say we've gotten a little off track.
Stardad, I've read all of your posts. Interesting and unique style.
Did you ever sit on a bench at a bus stop commenting on "Life is like a box of chocolates....".
Did you ever sit on a bench at a bus stop commenting on "Life is like a box of chocolates....".
Stardad did you serve in the US military?
steering back to topic
a tip of the cap to our northern neighbor
nice trophy size walleye who fed & fattened in the deeper Canadian waters are now moving to Erie's south shore so I can try to catch 'em while my nephews try to chase 'em back to Canada with flashlights & high pitched arguements
a tip of the cap to our northern neighbor
nice trophy size walleye who fed & fattened in the deeper Canadian waters are now moving to Erie's south shore so I can try to catch 'em while my nephews try to chase 'em back to Canada with flashlights & high pitched arguements
Hey Bee> those are the rejects we are sending your way. Too little !!! for the deep waters.
Turned back at customs.
Turned back at customs.
keep 'em coming!!quote:Hey Bee> those are the rejects we are sending your way. Too little !!! for the deep waters. Turned back at customs.
You mean you actually keep those.
Stardad,
You state you never say anything negative? I beg to differ. I take great offense to your comment that only 4 Canadian soldiers have lost their lives in Afghanistan. This is an insult to our Soldiers who put their lives on the line to protect our country. Statements such as yours disrespects them at a time when we should be remembering and saying thanks! Regardless whether they are Canadian or American!
In fact since 2002 their have been 71 Canadian soldiers and 1 diplomat killed in Afghanistan. The four you are referring too were killed in April of 2002 in a friendly fire incident when a U.S. F-16 jet mistakenly bombed them, while they were on a training excercise. Of Note, eight soldiers were wounded in the same incident.
I'm not sure where your getting your outdated information from.
You state you never say anything negative? I beg to differ. I take great offense to your comment that only 4 Canadian soldiers have lost their lives in Afghanistan. This is an insult to our Soldiers who put their lives on the line to protect our country. Statements such as yours disrespects them at a time when we should be remembering and saying thanks! Regardless whether they are Canadian or American!
In fact since 2002 their have been 71 Canadian soldiers and 1 diplomat killed in Afghanistan. The four you are referring too were killed in April of 2002 in a friendly fire incident when a U.S. F-16 jet mistakenly bombed them, while they were on a training excercise. Of Note, eight soldiers were wounded in the same incident.
I'm not sure where your getting your outdated information from.
Slider it isn't worth the effort. I think most people know how absurd this guy is. I am mad at myself for getting drawn into a discussion like that.
Bobble,
As you can see i post very little. But this hit a nerve.
Stardad and anyone else,
Here is a link to a page that lists our casualties in Afghanistan. Read up...
Our Afghanistan casualties
http://www.thestar.com/specialsections/afghancasualties
As you can see i post very little. But this hit a nerve.
Stardad and anyone else,
Here is a link to a page that lists our casualties in Afghanistan. Read up...
Our Afghanistan casualties
http://www.thestar.com/specialsections/afghancasualties
Anyone know the current rate of exchange$$$$
quote:Originally posted by OLDSLUGGER8:
Anyone know the current rate of exchange$$$$
Yup,
An fistful of our money to pocket change of theirs...and it's still sliding
Bobblehead and Slider,
Mission accomplished by StarDad, join the club who have had a nerve hit. Perhaps his lowest blow was this one.
BTW, I for one, love Canada! I'm far from being alone!
Mission accomplished by StarDad, join the club who have had a nerve hit. Perhaps his lowest blow was this one.
BTW, I for one, love Canada! I'm far from being alone!
Ah, yes, I am reminded of one of The Onion's magazine covers:
"Foreigners; Do They Love Their Country More Than Ours?"
The gall!
Slider, this is a guy who's still worried that the Russians are coming to get us. Why would he have current information? And how is he on the internet in 1962?
"Foreigners; Do They Love Their Country More Than Ours?"
The gall!
Slider, this is a guy who's still worried that the Russians are coming to get us. Why would he have current information? And how is he on the internet in 1962?
I have never flet unwelcomed here and we are all on this planet together trying to make things better for everyone.
Americans are the most uselfish people on this earth. I wish I felt half the pride as the average American feels for their country.
Americans are the most uselfish people on this earth. I wish I felt half the pride as the average American feels for their country.
Is there any doubt Canada, Great Britain, and Australia are our best friends? StarDad, Canada was there on the beaches of Normandy, and I dare say she'll be there in the end. Besides, there's baseball players there so they must get something right!
Stardad, how do you feel about Santa Claus? 
Ever hear of the Calgary Stampede? More cowboy hats than a West Texas barbecue. Chinatown in Vancouver. Yup, even a desert in Osoyoos.
First time I ever saw a lone wolf was in Canada. But learning as an 8-year old which candy machines I could plug with the cheaper nickels.. priceless!
First time I ever saw a lone wolf was in Canada. But learning as an 8-year old which candy machines I could plug with the cheaper nickels.. priceless!
If you listen to Rush Limbough, "Baby Rush" Glenn Beck and Lou dobbs on CNN everyday, you will get the same info about Canada and the Russian Invasion as me. You do not call them ignorants, do you? Missouri is the "Rush Country", do you remeber?
"Rush always right!"
Hi, Guys, no more politics. Back to baseball. I am not going to argue about Canadian wealth anymore, enough said.
"Rush always right!"
Hi, Guys, no more politics. Back to baseball. I am not going to argue about Canadian wealth anymore, enough said.
quote:no more politics.
Thank you.
Baseball it tis'..............who's up & who's on deck?
StarDad, your last post explains a great deal.
quote:StarDad, your last post explains a great deal.
my sentiments exactly!
There was a Russian Invasion? Good God! That explains where the steroids came from. 
this has been most entertaining.... and it all came together on page seven.....
So transparent!!
Not that Rush needs me to watch his back...but Stardad is way off base.
Anyone who can consider that Rush and Lou Dodds have similar positions probably does not understand what either are saying.
Anyone who can consider that Rush and Lou Dodds have similar positions probably does not understand what either are saying.
quote:Originally posted by floridafan:
Not that Rush needs me to watch his back...but Stardad is way off base.
Anyone who can consider that Rush and Lou Dodds have similar positions probably does not understand what either are saying.
I can argue with you all day long because politics is my specialty. but this is a baseball forum. I can't find any place to put a thread like "Rush always right!" If you can start a political thread anywhere, I will follow you.
Hi, Orlando: "Explains a great deal" of what, I guess you guys only watch TV for Baseball, uh?
The baseball season is over, please watch some Cable news network and FOX, and keep you updated about this world.
Stardad
I THOUGHT YOU WERENT COMING BACK UNTIL 2011--
I really do not care if you think I am an "interent bully", whatever the h e l l that is, but let me tell you that you are one SICK INTERNET TROLL who probably kicks his dog every nite before heading to bed
I THOUGHT YOU WERENT COMING BACK UNTIL 2011--
I really do not care if you think I am an "interent bully", whatever the h e l l that is, but let me tell you that you are one SICK INTERNET TROLL who probably kicks his dog every nite before heading to bed
IMHO, theres alot of getting-out-of-line & personal public insults going on here.
And to be frank, its annoying.
Please alert the proper moderators if you have a problem with a poster, or take your fight behind closed doors with pm's and bash it out there.
Can we please stick to the subject manner ( baseball ) and stay productive? Good grief.
Dont make me bring out my spatula!
And to be frank, its annoying.
Please alert the proper moderators if you have a problem with a poster, or take your fight behind closed doors with pm's and bash it out there.
Can we please stick to the subject manner ( baseball ) and stay productive? Good grief.
Dont make me bring out my spatula!
This thread is flippin me out! All I did was mention Rush Limbaugh and poof , shortstopmom zaps me off to the Dominican to roll cigars till my fingers bleed. Does anybody have an antidote for Viagara? Help Woodrow, Help!
TripleDad nails it. It looks like the troller has caught some "fish". Let him go away, quitly, please.
I sure feel bad for the folks who venture in here to learn:
"What's the average income for a minor leaguer?
"What's the average income for a minor leaguer?
quote:Originally posted by shortstopmom:
IMHO, theres alot of getting-out-of-line & personal public insults going on here.
Don't worry about the negative post, shortstop mom.
They show their negativeties just because they care about you and want to get your attention. I've been on the internet even before Al Gore invented it. I've seen all kind of people through all these years. In real life, they are all nice people. But on the dark side of their hearts they would like to insult people for fun. My rule is never respond to a insulter, let them show their dark side, and few years later they will feel embarassed by their own word.
If you feel annoying, the easiest way to do is ID them and put them on your "Ignore list". You will never see their insulting posts again. They will feel shamed about themself by publish those insults on the internet. I am here to speak out my opinion on couple of topics, agree with me or not, please speak out, you can't kill me with your insulting words, can you? Have fun guys.
Stardad
Are you caling to discuss one on one?
Are you caling to discuss one on one?
...yawn... 
Gee, I wonder what the average income is for a minor leaguer?