tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post1062383954546315728..comments2023-10-21T16:38:35.007-05:00Comments on Thoughts from Frank and Fern: Musings About Things on Frank's BirthdayFrank and Fernhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-78441066350433323802015-02-03T20:12:08.596-06:002015-02-03T20:12:08.596-06:00Thank you, Fiona.
FrankThank you, Fiona.<br /><br />FrankFrank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-47904692765150053622015-02-03T20:11:44.055-06:002015-02-03T20:11:44.055-06:00SFG, there do appear to be a few more people talki...SFG, there do appear to be a few more people talking about some things, but I don't see a lot of people putting actions with their words. When I was 11, I was introduced to the phrase, "Be Prepared." What happened to people being prepared for themselves? Did some of us, when we were little, slip and fall and whack our heads on the ground? Is that was caused some of us to see things different? We all need to pay attention. There is something that is lurking out there. I don't know what it is, but it's there. Watch your back. Thanks for the comment.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-76210525518556355332015-02-03T20:06:04.521-06:002015-02-03T20:06:04.521-06:00Hi Vickie. You're right, it is sad. But the tr...Hi Vickie. You're right, it is sad. But the truly sad part is, it's going to get much sadder. I'm not trying to be funny here, but people can rationalize just about any situation to fit their need. It goes on everyday. And I think you're right about most people believing the government will take care of them. One day, just the right domino is going to fall, and things will get very precarious, very quickly. I know my grammar there was a little poor, but I took a poetic liberty. One more time. It will get very precarious, very quickly. You need to prepare for you and yours. Take care.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-81167013907137480152015-02-03T14:06:57.554-06:002015-02-03T14:06:57.554-06:00Happy belated birthday Frank!Happy belated birthday Frank!Fionahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05348495575211204989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-4021043974467928752015-02-02T04:10:39.068-06:002015-02-02T04:10:39.068-06:00Happy Birthday Frank!
Fern, I look around now at...Happy Birthday Frank! <br />Fern, I look around now at the people and wonder who will be left. I feel sorry for those that are blind in what is coming down the pike. I'm glad though, that there are more people who are not putting on blinders and are getting ready for what they think will happen. Each have their level of preparedness. Some just TALK about something may happen. But, I'm glad more people (around here) are thinking something's up.small farm girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01485314092236803411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-2680625499987396592015-02-01T22:16:56.741-06:002015-02-01T22:16:56.741-06:00Happy Birthday, Frank. You know, I have been doin...Happy Birthday, Frank. You know, I have been doing some reading about why so many people (sheeple) logically know that our government can't maintain it's current level of spending, yet continue to tell themselves that everything is okay. It's a new term for me - normalcy bias. When reading all about normalcy bias, I see that sometimes it's the way people cope with what they may perceive as a helpless or hopeless situation. If people knew how easy it was just to begin - with small steps - preparing for the inevitable, our society would be in such a better position. However, I truly believe that the government wants us all to mindless believe that they will take care of us, no matter what. It's sad, really.Vickie @ makingoursustainablelife.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01210045536198927269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-71782114749174867082015-02-01T19:31:06.042-06:002015-02-01T19:31:06.042-06:00T.B. The years just keep on going by. I haven'...T.B. The years just keep on going by. I haven't figured out this sequential thing yet. I'll work on it this next year, though. Take care.<br /><br />FrankFrank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-45802905102263739482015-02-01T19:29:15.286-06:002015-02-01T19:29:15.286-06:00Thank you, Sandra. It was a good day. Cloudy, wind...Thank you, Sandra. It was a good day. Cloudy, windy, cold and I pushed my back too far, and I hurt all day. But I was in a warm, dry, loving environment, and it was a good day. Thank you.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-7357692893366436072015-02-01T19:27:28.358-06:002015-02-01T19:27:28.358-06:00Hi, Ken. Ever heard of King George? Lexington and ...Hi, Ken. Ever heard of King George? Lexington and Concord? Taxation without representation? We're there, Buddy, we have been for a long time, and it's only going to get worse. Good for you moving to a freer location. Taxation is tyranny. One step away from slavery. We have really got ourselves in a bind. As I answer you right now, most people are watching 22 heroes strut on a football field, eating chicken wings and Cheetos, and living off of my tax dollars. This is not going to have a pretty ending. Keep your powder dry and make sure you read tomorrow's article, Monday morning. You seem to have ruffled my feathers. Take care.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-67129641390151013742015-02-01T19:20:08.107-06:002015-02-01T19:20:08.107-06:00Jim & Donna, I agree with you. I don't kno...Jim & Donna, I agree with you. I don't know if our preps will ever be needed, but as other people say, I'd rather be a week early than one minute late. I like not having to go to the store. I like not having to go get anything unless I choose to. And if we don't have it here, then we don't need it. Sounds like you have a good plan.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-71041099845710041972015-02-01T19:17:04.008-06:002015-02-01T19:17:04.008-06:00Hi Herrick. Yes, God has been good to me with the ...Hi Herrick. Yes, God has been good to me with the acquisition of Fern, but don't tell her I said that. <br /><br />Well, Herrick, there is property in Oklahoma available. It takes a little getting used to here. The growing season is long, hot and humid, but the neighbors wave. Take care.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-64276553892403927862015-02-01T19:14:11.454-06:002015-02-01T19:14:11.454-06:00Shannon, thank you for sharing your interesting ex...Shannon, thank you for sharing your interesting experience. Sometimes the trials in life make us who we are. Some take hardships and become stronger, and others take the same type hardships and use them as a crutch the remainder of their lives. I'm glad you weathered well. I wish all did. Thank you again.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-29260268033628998762015-02-01T19:09:51.312-06:002015-02-01T19:09:51.312-06:00Happy Birthday, Dan!
Leigh, I look at some of the...Happy Birthday, Dan!<br /><br />Leigh, I look at some of the things we do, and know that they will never produce fruit. And there are times when we squander time and money on what would appear to be a useless project. Even if the world never does collapse, it sure beats sitting in a bar throwing my money into a pool table. So, sometimes we just write it off as a constructive hobby. And I'd rather take Motrin for hurting muscles than a staggering hangover. That's how we write it off. Each to their own. If you're ever out our way, stop by, and I'll pull you up a nice, fresh turnip. It's been a long day, Leigh. Take care.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-72602284537674409812015-02-01T19:04:10.179-06:002015-02-01T19:04:10.179-06:00Hi, Tewshooz. I wouldn't take a two year old o...Hi, Tewshooz. I wouldn't take a two year old on that vacation either, because I would go someplace a family could go. The family is the most important unit that we have. Why Cancun? Why not someplace where a family can go? It just didn't set too well in our house. But times change, and families change, and that's all I've got to say. Thank you for the comment.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-35597542663790768032015-02-01T18:55:27.316-06:002015-02-01T18:55:27.316-06:00Kathy, please extend your husband a Happy Birthday...Kathy, please extend your husband a Happy Birthday from Frank and Fern. Start stocking up on Motrin now. Motrin is our friend. <br /><br />FrankFrank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-67646620019742299602015-02-01T18:54:07.917-06:002015-02-01T18:54:07.917-06:00C.M. the young man's response did bother me. B...C.M. the young man's response did bother me. But he is a young man. It's kind of like him just being an older teenager. <br /><br />I also believe that some people have been shut out, or in another respect, I believe that some people have been allowed to see and others haven't. I don't know why this has occurred, but I truly believe that it has. <br /><br />Thank you for your nice comments. The thirty something years Fern and I have been together has been a gift. Sometimes that gift has been like that tie you get at Christmas that you don't really need. But that's the exception and not the rule. Thank you for reading. And remember, humor is the essence of survival.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-434285299782924962015-02-01T18:48:04.117-06:002015-02-01T18:48:04.117-06:00Hobo, we're are in the beginning stages of the...Hobo, we're are in the beginning stages of the greatest historical event of all times. No, I'm not talking about the return of any deity, I'm talking about the collapse of the greatest society that ever was and is. I'm not sure how history books will portray this, I'm not even sure if it will be written or printed. It may be carved in stone again, who really knows how far this decline will go. But the higher you are, the farther you fall. It should be an interesting observation.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-65309718489621067692015-02-01T18:44:12.639-06:002015-02-01T18:44:12.639-06:00Hi, Kymber. It is nice having your soul mate and b...Hi, Kymber. It is nice having your soul mate and best friend in one package, and I thank God for that combination. But as you probably know, it is not a maintenance free operation. Thank you for the comment.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-65906890043606843492015-02-01T18:41:25.753-06:002015-02-01T18:41:25.753-06:00GP, thank you for taking the time to read. May God...GP, thank you for taking the time to read. May God be with you.<br /><br />FrankFrank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-14879825499806404542015-02-01T18:40:42.110-06:002015-02-01T18:40:42.110-06:00Jan, thank you, it was a great day. I hurt from to...Jan, thank you, it was a great day. I hurt from top to bottom all day long, and didn't leave the house except to feed the animals. I can't wait to see what 66 brings. Thanks again.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-42337555380376517292015-02-01T18:39:17.540-06:002015-02-01T18:39:17.540-06:00You're welcome, Deborah. Thank you for your ki...You're welcome, Deborah. Thank you for your kind words.<br /><br />FernFrank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-11179489202321249862015-02-01T18:38:21.200-06:002015-02-01T18:38:21.200-06:00Hi Rob, thank you for the comment and thank you fo...Hi Rob, thank you for the comment and thank you for reading. I just find it irritating to be taxed on a tax refund. So that means if I had not paid in enough taxes during the year, then I would not be taxed on my refund. <br /><br />You know, we've only been getting taxed in this country for a little over 90 years. While I was working I was paying, with all the hidden taxes, you know permits, license fees, around 40%. Now, that's going from 0% to 40% in 90 years. This system is impossible to maintain. IMPOSSIBLE. It is going down, it cannot be maintained. I'm not sure how, when or where, but it cannot survive, it is mathematically impossible. For those of us of a certain persuasion, math is a constant. Thank you again for your comment.<br /><br />Frank<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-84833157738957660742015-02-01T17:40:21.853-06:002015-02-01T17:40:21.853-06:00Happy Birthday Frank! Thanks for sharing your kno...Happy Birthday Frank! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and life with us.Toirdhealbheach Beucailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14872794169534403463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-65328626131306297582015-02-01T13:48:25.581-06:002015-02-01T13:48:25.581-06:00Happy Birthday Frank!! Hope its a good one!Happy Birthday Frank!! Hope its a good one!Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14643387947219993819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7003348645601520194.post-63476300047285761882015-02-01T11:59:20.445-06:002015-02-01T11:59:20.445-06:00Happy Birthday Frank,
Fern, we live in tax he...Happy Birthday Frank,<br /> Fern, we live in tax hell ---Maryland (and not for long)---and yes the State has now burdened us with a flush tax, a rain tax (the State taxes the square footage of your property and assesses a tax based on how much rain is calculated to fall on your property and the calculated runoff) and a Chesapeake Bay tax, all of which always seems to wind up in the "general fund" and not where it was intended. We also pay the minimum income tax during the year, why give the scum in our State House and in DC an interest free loan? We settle on a fair sized chunk of land out of state next month, we're "voting with our feet". I'm Blessed to have a strong, intelligent woman much as Fern is. I can't think of anyone better to go through life with. May you and Fern be Blessed with many, many more Birthdays to come. Keep hunkered down and keep your powder dry!<br />Ken from the People's Socialist Republik of Maryland, the formerly "Free State".Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com