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The Coffee Shop / Watch your Punctuation!
« on: October 05, 2011, 11:46:24 am »
Punctuate Properly!
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The Coffee Shop / The NEW organist...
« on: October 03, 2011, 02:47:42 pm »
The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were expecting for repairs to the church building.
Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute.
The substitute wanted to know what to play.
"Here's a copy of the service," he said impatiently. "But, you'll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances."
During the service, the minister paused and said, "Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty; the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up."
At that moment, the substitute organist played "The Star Spangled Banner."
And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!
Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute.
The substitute wanted to know what to play.
"Here's a copy of the service," he said impatiently. "But, you'll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances."
During the service, the minister paused and said, "Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty; the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up."
At that moment, the substitute organist played "The Star Spangled Banner."
And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!
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Computer questions / How to clean a LCD Monitor....
« on: October 03, 2011, 11:56:27 am »
How to Clean Your Laptop or Desktop LCD
By Rick Broida, PCWorld Sep 30, 2011 11:42 AM
Recently someone asked me if it was okay to spray Windex on her monitor. I think my shriek of horror startled her. It is NOT okay to spray Windex on a monitor, nor anything else. In fact, when it comes to cleaning an LCD screen, there's a right way and a wrong way. Let's focus on the right way (natch).
For starters, turn your monitor off. In fact, if you want to eliminate any risk of shock or other electrical damage, unplug it altogether. (I really don't think this is necessary, but better safe than sorry.) There will be some moisture involved in this cleaning, and the last thing you want is for liquid to come into contact with anything powered.
Next, find a clean, soft cloth (paper towel will do, but it's far from the best choice), then dampen it with water. Don't soak it--there should be no dripping to speak of--just get it moist. And don't use anything other than water. Ammonia- and alcohol-based cleaners can ruin an LCD. If your screen is seriously gunked up, and plain water doesn't get the job done, here's a homebrow option: create a 50/50 solution of distilled water and white vinegar.
If you decide to use a spray bottle, make sure you don't spray it directly on the screen. That's because drops can seep in around the bezel (and/or land in the keyboard), and, again, moisture and electronics don't mix. What you can do is spray your water or solution onto the cloth, then wipe the screen. Use a circular motion, which is best for eliminating streaks, and apply only light pressure.
Finally, let the screen air-dry for a few minutes, or gently wipe it dry with a fresh cloth. Only when you're absolutely certain it's 100 percent dry, plug it back in and turn it on. And there you go: good as new!
Now keep those smudgy fingers of yours off that precious LCD!
By Rick Broida, PCWorld Sep 30, 2011 11:42 AM
Recently someone asked me if it was okay to spray Windex on her monitor. I think my shriek of horror startled her. It is NOT okay to spray Windex on a monitor, nor anything else. In fact, when it comes to cleaning an LCD screen, there's a right way and a wrong way. Let's focus on the right way (natch).
For starters, turn your monitor off. In fact, if you want to eliminate any risk of shock or other electrical damage, unplug it altogether. (I really don't think this is necessary, but better safe than sorry.) There will be some moisture involved in this cleaning, and the last thing you want is for liquid to come into contact with anything powered.
Next, find a clean, soft cloth (paper towel will do, but it's far from the best choice), then dampen it with water. Don't soak it--there should be no dripping to speak of--just get it moist. And don't use anything other than water. Ammonia- and alcohol-based cleaners can ruin an LCD. If your screen is seriously gunked up, and plain water doesn't get the job done, here's a homebrow option: create a 50/50 solution of distilled water and white vinegar.
If you decide to use a spray bottle, make sure you don't spray it directly on the screen. That's because drops can seep in around the bezel (and/or land in the keyboard), and, again, moisture and electronics don't mix. What you can do is spray your water or solution onto the cloth, then wipe the screen. Use a circular motion, which is best for eliminating streaks, and apply only light pressure.
Finally, let the screen air-dry for a few minutes, or gently wipe it dry with a fresh cloth. Only when you're absolutely certain it's 100 percent dry, plug it back in and turn it on. And there you go: good as new!
Now keep those smudgy fingers of yours off that precious LCD!
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The Coffee Shop / CI update....
« on: October 02, 2011, 12:26:11 pm »
2nd day after surgery...
Feel like I got hit in the head with a brick...2nd day is usually the worst as the healing process gets underway...
eat, take the pain killer and make no quick moves...still have some balance difficulties so will remain stationary most of the time...
Definitely glad I'm on the way and the new kitten is actually a big help...entertaining and if not 'darting' around checking the new surroundings she is in my lap.
~~~GB~~~
Feel like I got hit in the head with a brick...2nd day is usually the worst as the healing process gets underway...
eat, take the pain killer and make no quick moves...still have some balance difficulties so will remain stationary most of the time...
Definitely glad I'm on the way and the new kitten is actually a big help...entertaining and if not 'darting' around checking the new surroundings she is in my lap.
~~~GB~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Back Home....
« on: October 01, 2011, 12:42:46 pm »
Before surgery, the Dr. reminded me that he would be working with my inner ear which is also the "Seat of Balance" for the human body and I could have some dizziness and balance problems. Came out of recovery, got dressed and almost fell on my face starting for the door. The nurse asked if I was all right and I said "NO"...
So they kept me overnite for "Post surgery observation".
Got home about a half hour ago and outside of a bit of a headache and a little pain in the left Mandibular joint (left jaw) everything seems OK.
Three weeks for the bone to fill in around the hole he drilled thru my skull and the incision to heal then I go back for the Big Turn On!
Hope to have it "Activated" by Oct. 20th!
Thanks to ALL my forum friends for the prayers and good wishes.
HUGZZZZZZZ to you ALL"
~~~GrayBeard~~~
So they kept me overnite for "Post surgery observation".
Got home about a half hour ago and outside of a bit of a headache and a little pain in the left Mandibular joint (left jaw) everything seems OK.
Three weeks for the bone to fill in around the hole he drilled thru my skull and the incision to heal then I go back for the Big Turn On!
Hope to have it "Activated" by Oct. 20th!
Thanks to ALL my forum friends for the prayers and good wishes.
HUGZZZZZZZ to you ALL"
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Ready to Roll ! ! !
« on: September 30, 2011, 06:15:24 am »
5:10 a.m. and I am up, dressed and ready to roll!
Here we go!
Will try to check in later today...
HUGZZZZZZ to you all!
~~~GB~~~
Here we go!
Will try to check in later today...
HUGZZZZZZ to you all!
~~~GB~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Politically IN-correct....
« on: September 29, 2011, 11:50:47 am »
But it makes a statement!
778
The Coffee Shop / Important Information.....
« on: September 29, 2011, 12:16:40 am »
F Y I ! ! !
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The Coffee Shop / New Addition.....
« on: September 28, 2011, 03:02:20 pm »
We were passing the pet adoption agency this morning qnd it called out to us!
Now have a new kitten...
4 mos. old spayed female cutie (no name yet) extremely affectionate and very alert.
Obvious that she was not at all mistreated and curious as a kitten is supposed to be.
I think I have a new 'lap warmer' in the making.
~~~GB~~~
Now have a new kitten...
4 mos. old spayed female cutie (no name yet) extremely affectionate and very alert.
Obvious that she was not at all mistreated and curious as a kitten is supposed to be.
I think I have a new 'lap warmer' in the making.
~~~GB~~~
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Computer questions / Cleaning an LCD monitor...
« on: September 28, 2011, 09:46:04 am »
Anybody had any experiences they would like to share?
Mine is due and I am looking for better methods.
~~~GB~~~
Mine is due and I am looking for better methods.
~~~GB~~~
