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Tuesday, September 19, 2006 10:39 AM

PAGANPAUL


New FORSAKENey signature...



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Tuesday, September 19, 2006 10:42 AM

FUTUREMRSFILLION


*FMF drops into the Forsaken abode to avast some mateys and shiver some timbers*


ARRRRRRRRH


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Bestower of Titles, Designer of Tshirts, Maker of Mottos, Keeper of the Pyre

I am on The List. We are The Forsaken and we aim to burn!
"We don't fear the reaper"



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Tuesday, September 19, 2006 10:55 AM

MSG


yea!!!! its FMF:)

I choose to rise instead of fall- U2



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Tuesday, September 19, 2006 10:57 AM

FUTUREMRSFILLION


yea its me!!!


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I am on The List. We are The Forsaken and we aim to burn!
"We don't fear the reaper"



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Tuesday, September 19, 2006 11:10 AM

MSG


You ever wonder why we taking nap time out of schools? I really think my students would do better with a nice 30 minute nap round about 10:30...or a later start to the day. 7:45 is awfully early and all... I love how all the research shows having a later start to the day is really benificial, but no school does it because it prevents kids from after school jobs and playing sports...hmm great little priority:)...ok ignore me kinda cranky today:)

I choose to rise instead of fall- U2



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Tuesday, September 19, 2006 11:17 AM

KELKHIL


Unfortunatly (sp)some kids need the part-time jobs to help support their families. Sad thing to say, especially since school should be a priority but it is true. Not to mention they never get to truly be kids and all.




Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 12:31 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


Shiny new sig, Paul!

You know, I always did better when I could get a later start to the day. I talked to a lot of folk my age who like getting all the school "out of the way" though.
Mornings start too early.

*dances*

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The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 12:41 AM

SPACEANJL


I've only just recovered from the horror. 7.45?!? That just ain't right. I have been setting a 7 alarm for years, and it doesn't get any easier, ever. I'd have missed the first lesson just with my brain being dead at that time.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 1:10 AM

EMMARIGBY


You guys always bring me the very best graphics!

I need cheering up, can't find any fun jobs to apply to.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 1:18 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


Oh dearest Emma Job market seems to be bad all over. Wish I could be more help than that.

http://www.bigdamnthankyou.com - show Universal your gratitude!

The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 1:24 AM

DESKTOPHIPPIE


I'm spoiled. I live a 15 minute walk away from where I work. After years of 6am starts I now sleep in 'till 8 or 8:30. *bliss*

EDIT- Don't be discouraged, Emma. It takes time to find a really good job, but it does happen!

If you want a good luck boost, light a green candle every Thursday, and think about the perfect job you'd love to have. Imagine yourself getting the interview, being hired, your first day as clearly as you can in your head. You only need do it for a couple of minutes, but it'll help you get into the right frame of mind and should speed the search along




More animations available at http://desktophippie.googlepages.com

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 2:45 AM

SPACEANJL


Half an hour walk for me. Still horrible with mornings.

Emma, you are qualified to work with snakes, right? There can't be too much competition for ladies who can wrestle snakes. So...you could get yourself a big python and go in for a more...exotic line of work.

Sorry, this wasn't helpful. Zen hugs and good wishes.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 3:28 AM

PENGUIN


Quote:

Originally posted by DesktopHippie:
If you want a good luck boost, light a green candle every Thursday, and think about the perfect job you'd love to have. Imagine yourself getting the interview, being hired, your first day as clearly as you can in your head. You only need do it for a couple of minutes, but it'll help you get into the right frame of mind and should speed the search along

And where where you in January when I needed you???

Good morning Forsaken!





King of the Mythical Land that is Iowa

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 3:32 AM

TRISTAN


Morning, fellow Forsaken!

Emma, I agree...snake-dancing would be good!
Sorry...that was uncalled for. Have you thought of starting in research in the Universities, or is that not an option?

FMF! FMF is here?!? Where?? I miss seeing her!

Hey, Penguin...thought you were on a flight to Australia?

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 4:14 AM

KELKHIL


Morning Forsaken!

Job hunting sucks! I stumbled into mine. Was not going to even send my resume but I had revised it that afternoon for another position and figured what the heck. Good thing too. I got my job here and I like it alot. The people are great and it has been alot of fun so far!

So just don't give up and eventually it might just drop into your lap.


Edit: Also dont't just look for places that are hiring. Find a place you might like to work and send your resume anyway. Alot of places do not post jobs anymore even if they are hiring. They just wait for people to send in resumes. Not too mention if they see something that they like they might even "find" an open position for the "right" person.

Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 4:24 AM

PAGANPAUL


Quote:

Originally posted by DesktopHippie:
If you want a good luck boost, light a green candle every Thursday, and think about the perfect job you'd love to have. Imagine yourself getting the interview, being hired, your first day as clearly as you can in your head.

There's also my Simple Spell For Prosperity. Accompany each verse with the appropriate action (light a candle for fire, burn incense for air, etc.)

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
A Simple Spell For Prosperity
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Goddess above, protector of witches,
Giver of love, grant me your riches.

Earth below, your bounty dispense,
Grant me now my due affluence.

Air that traverses plains and ravines,
I beseech you now; provide me the means.

Water whose strength and purity blesses,
Guarantee all my endeavors successes.

Fire; come forth to complete these quartettes,
I invoke you now to secure my assets.

God of the hunt, see me with clarity,
Guide my hands now into prosperity!

So mote it be!


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 4:31 AM

MSG


a little job suggestion for those looking...go and check out the Small Business Administration they do 504 small business loans and one of the qualifying factors is that the new business has to be ready to create a certain number of new jobs to get the loan so the companies they are working with will be just about to start hireing ( this is U.S. applicable only, so sorry Emma HUGS...though I have to say you'd be one seriously sexy snake charmer and if you got a little semi transparent outfit...I digress)



I choose to rise instead of fall- U2



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 4:34 AM

REDLAVA


I had that really fun job that I loved going to everyday, then I got layed off, and now I have to look again. So we can sit in the forsaken party room and search want adds together.

What is the name of the person who holds the fan or mirror at a bikini photo shoot? Oh well, careerbuilder probably doesn't have any openings listed for that anyway. Oooohhhhh!! Garage sale!!!!




Everybody always has the advantage over us, but that's what makes us special...and Browncoats.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 4:38 AM

MSG


Redlava- that's a photographer's assistant...just go find a photography studio and have at it..also, person who does the same for movie stars is a production assistant...neither pay well, but the perks are rockin!! Good luck on the job hunt to all of you!!!

I choose to rise instead of fall- U2



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 5:02 AM

EMMARIGBY


Oooh! Just look at all that yummy encouragement! You guys rock and have given me new energy! I have now found two jobs that sounded great but closed months ago. Why don't they take the adverts down?! I'm sending my CV anyway - the person they got can't be as good as me! (See that's that positive thinking stuff!)

I do like the idea of being an exotic snake dancer but can't afford the snake. I'd need a really big one to stay decent!


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Hissssssssss!

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 5:16 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


*pictures Emma dressed in nothing but a snake*

Ooooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaaammmmmmmmmmmguh...

*ahem* I'll be in my bunk.

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The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 5:18 AM

MSG


Emma- I think the point was for you NOT to be decent~!!!!

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 5:19 AM

RIVERISMYGODDESS


hey Forsaken,

I don't have time to catch up on the posts or make a real post myself, just wanted to drop a line because I miss getting to work and having fun stuff to read. I am glad the training I am in only lasts for this week. Have a shiny day y'all.

~Jimi
jimi dot spettel at gmail dot com
Self-Proclaimed Grand Vizier of Georgia

- Animation by DesktopHippie

"Marijuana not only should be legal, it should be manditory." - Bill Hicks

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 5:41 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


We miss you, too RIMG! Come home soon!

http://www.bigdamnthankyou.com - show Universal your gratitude!

The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 5:44 AM

MSG


Thanks RIMG:)this is for you

and on that note...I feel compelled to post these...
for FMF wise and lovely

For PaganPaul just because

ForPR-

For the sexy Emma

For Penguin King of the emotes

For SpaceAnJL who really cooks

For Desktophippie

For Tristan our coffee boy

for Kelkhil who makes me smile


OK this is getting long so I will find animations for others as I go


I choose to rise instead of fall- U2



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 6:00 AM

EMMARIGBY


Aw! MSG and PR you're the best things for a girl's flagging ego! Love the emote!
Here's how I always picture you!


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 6:07 AM

TRISTAN


RIMG, good to see you pop in! Good luck with the training, and we'll be here when you get back!

Emma...No, see, I'd rather you had a bunch of smaller snakes...be more fun that way!

MSG, thank you for the coffee emotie! I shall promptly whisk it away!

And yes, I can see MSG as that kind of teacher, too.



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 6:13 AM

KELKHIL


Quote:

Originally posted by Tristan:

And yes, I can see MSG as that kind of teacher, too.



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Thats not MSG? Heck I thought that was a recent photo that some one stole from MRG's wallet.

MSG - Glad to ablidge. Smiling is the best compliment to give someone.

Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 6:17 AM

PAGANPAUL


Ahhhhhh... Snake Dancers!



Thanks for the fantasy!


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 6:27 AM

PAGANPAUL


Quote:

Originally posted by Kelkhil:
Heck I thought that was a recent photo that some one stole from MRG's wallet.

No, but I have it on good authority that this one is...




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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 8:17 AM

KELKHIL


Oh darn... I like brunettes better than blondes.

Nothing against blondes mind you (being one myself), just prefer brunettes more.



Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 9:07 AM

MSG


Kelkhil- I am a brunette...and thanks guys. Made my day:) I do try not to be quite so daring with my outfits at school and all...distractable students being what they are...LOL

I choose to rise instead of fall- U2



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 9:46 AM

KELKHIL


Quote:

Originally posted by msg:
Kelkhil- I am a brunette...and thanks guys.



Sweet! Knew it! Probably from other threads but I knew it!

I have been forming mental pictures of everyone slowly. I have tried to avoid any pictures when possible until I have them mentally pictured. Just to see how close I can get.




Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 9:53 AM

FUTUREMRSFILLION


Hey Kel

Why are you trying to figure out what people look like. Go to the putting faces with names threads (there are 3) and see for sure.




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I am on The List. We are The Forsaken and we aim to burn!
"We don't fear the reaper"



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 10:19 AM

NVGHOSTRIDER


Almost forgot to drop by.

And yes, brunettes are preferable.

I brake for brunettes.

Gonna have a beer tonight and may dance (though not naked) in the name of the Forsaken. Haven't had a beer in days. Hurry up five o'clock!


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 10:19 AM

MSG


yeah that's a fun thread. It's nice to see everyone


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 10:22 AM

KELKHIL


I like to create a mental image first. Off personality and conversation pieces and such. I like to meet the real people before I see them for real.

A little quirky I know, but I am quirky.

Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 10:28 AM

MSG


well in case you change your mind here's the link
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=22068

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 10:32 AM

FUTUREMRSFILLION


Thats good! Imagination is good. I am much better looking in some ones imagination! But hey MsG is gorgeous, you should look!

So is Emma and PR and Seryn and well everyone really!


----
Bestower of Titles, Designer of Tshirts, Maker of Mottos, Keeper of the Pyre

I am on The List. We are The Forsaken and we aim to burn!
"We don't fear the reaper"



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 11:04 AM

KELKHIL


Thanks for the link MSG I might have to take a look sometime.

Still trying to get everyone down. I think I am pretty close though for y'all that I talk with most.

FMF - You are a bit tricky. being around so infrequintly lately the only thing that pops into my mind is the dancer in your sig. But that isn't all bad.

Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken

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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 1:24 PM

FUTUREMRSFILLION


Quote:

Originally posted by Kelkhil:


FMF - You are a bit tricky. being around so infrequintly lately the only thing that pops into my mind is the dancer in your sig. But that isn't all bad.

Kelkhil

The Shirtless Forsaken



Well, I have dark hair


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Bestower of Titles, Designer of Tshirts, Maker of Mottos, Keeper of the Pyre

I am on The List. We are The Forsaken and we aim to burn!
"We don't fear the reaper"



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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 2:28 PM

NVGHOSTRIDER


FMF. The premier hot mom of the site. We love our FMF.

Gotta go. I'm done workin' and awful feverish. Was gonna suggest burnin' something but I'm already feelin' the heat. 'Night all.


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006 9:54 PM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


Morning Forsaken!
Awwwwww, thanks FMF! You know you are so pretty, too
*wonders how Kelkhil pictures her*
I hope I'm golden and gorgeous, dressed in red and wreathed in flames.
Oh wait, that's my sig pic from awhile back. Well, it is how the Forsaken should see me
But take away the yellow-gold skin and the flames and such and you pretty much have the real me.

http://www.bigdamnthankyou.com - show Universal your gratitude!

The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Thursday, September 21, 2006 12:19 AM

EMMARIGBY


Well sadly all you wonderful ego bolstering yesterday has been undone by the evil Kaneman. I know we shouldn't listen to trolls but it's hard when they use the word 'blubber'. *sniff*

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Thursday, September 21, 2006 12:28 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


He used WHAT word?

*snarls*

Lemme at him!


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Thursday, September 21, 2006 12:36 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


Emma, you have lovely curves. There's no blubber. If there is blubber, it's in all the right places.

And you looked damn cute next to Sean

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The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Thursday, September 21, 2006 12:40 AM

EMMARIGBY


Thank you sweetie!

I have lost a stone in the last month but I still have a couple to go and so tend to be really oversensitive about my weight!

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Thursday, September 21, 2006 12:58 AM

PHOENIXROSE

You think you know--what's to come, what you are. You haven't even begun.


*sighs in empathy*
Lemme tell you something, girl friend, after my breakup at the beginning of the year, I gained 15 pounds; and I was already about five pounds heavier than I wanted to be; my absolute ideal weight is 140, but I can settle for 150... Anyway I have lost about 7 of those pounds now. I'm 163 pounds at 5'6" which almost any doctor will tell you is unhealthy. I still look alright, even being that much over what I'd like to be, but I have quite a ways to go before I look and feel my best. I still have killer curves. Anyway don't you dare feel bad. You are absolutely lovely.

http://www.bigdamnthankyou.com - show Universal your gratitude!

The only real failure in life is not to be true to the best one knows. - Gautama Siddharta

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Thursday, September 21, 2006 2:22 AM

PENGUIN


Good morning Forsaken!




I posted this in another thread and I thought I would put it here too!




A lesser man might let this go to his head!



King of the Mythical Land that is Iowa

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Thursday, September 21, 2006 3:20 AM

TRISTAN


Morning, Forsaken!

Emma...that just...*grrr*...ignore Kaneman, she's an idiot. You have nothing to worry about at all. You are a very beautiful woman, and your curves are in all the right places. Not only that, you love life and are generally a ray of sunshine on this board. Don't let the words of an idiot spoil that for you, please. :hugs: and

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