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Post by sandiferhands (old) on Aug 28, 2014 12:17:17 GMT -5
You and my mom. I was trying to get out of the office early yesterday and I didn't have time to follow up. I must say the bitterroot part was a nice touch. This reminds me of a game I played with some room mates in college where we would mix elaborate fake stories in with simply unusual stories and you had to guess which was which. We would play "who has the craziest family?" Reality is stranger than fiction, unfortunately. Haha! I wonder how many of us read your comment and immediately thought "I'd win that game for sure."
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 12:21:38 GMT -5
We would play "who has the craziest family?" Reality is stranger than fiction, unfortunately. Haha! I wonder how many of us read your comment and immediately thought "I'd win that game for sure." I always did. I saw my extended family recently and they asked about the judge job. I guess my father had told them about my application. I told them my only chance was if I got an offer before they did a background check on my family...
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Post by privateatty on Aug 28, 2014 15:46:17 GMT -5
Haha! I wonder how many of us read your comment and immediately thought "I'd win that game for sure." I always did. I saw my extended family recently and they asked about the judge job. I guess my father had told them about my application. I told them my only chance was if I got an offer before they did a background check on my family... mizunderstood (sp), do you mind if I coopt (steal) your line? Its very good. Thanks to this Board I got to warn my neighbors about the OPM security check in my old neighborhood and I have to say, had I been living with my family--well, let's say I wouldn't have bet the farm.
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 15:52:06 GMT -5
I always did. I saw my extended family recently and they asked about the judge job. I guess my father had told them about my application. I told them my only chance was if I got an offer before they did a background check on my family... mizunderstood (sp), do you mind if I coopt (steal) your line? Its very good. Thanks to this Board I got to warn my neighbors about the OPM security check in my old neighborhood and I have to say, had I been living with my family--well, let's say I wouldn't have bet the farm. Thanks, private. Feel free to use. If I don't get hired, I will definitely blame my family for failing that (fictitious in scope) background check!
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Post by orchid on Aug 28, 2014 17:53:30 GMT -5
I give you cities in Ohio to enjoy this Labor Day Weekend. I'll be back posting the city of the day on Tuesday after enjoying some family fun out of town! Here we go:
Cincinnati (/sɪnsɨˈnæti/) is the third largest city in Ohio and the 28th largest city in the United States by metropolitan population and the county seat of Hamilton County.[7] Settled in 1788, the city is located on the border between Ohio and Kentucky at the confluence of the Ohio River and the Licking River. According to the2010 census,[8] the population of the metropolitan area was 2,214,954 - the 28th largestMetropolitan Statistical Area(MSA) in the United States and the largest based in Ohio.[9] Residents of Cincinnati are calledCincinnatians.[1 Cincinnati is known for its large collection of historic architecture.Over-the-Rhine, a neighborhood just to the north of Downtown Cincinnati, boasts among the world's largest collections ofItalianate architecture, rivaling similar neighborhoods in New York City, Vienna and Munich in size and scope. In the late 1800s, Cincinnati was commonly referred to as 'Paris of America,' mainly due to significant architectural projects, like the Music Hall, theCincinnatian Hotel, and the Shillito Department Store.[1
Cleveland /ˈkliːvlənd/ is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat ofCuyahoga County,[5] the most populous county in the state. The city is located in northeastern Ohio on the southern shore of Lake Erie, approximately 60 miles (97 km) west of the Pennsylvaniaborder. It was founded in 1796 near the mouth of the Cuyahoga River, and became a manufacturing center owing to its location on the lake shore, as well as being connected to numerous canalsand railroad lines. Cleveland's economy has diversified sectors that include manufacturing, financial services,healthcare, and biomedical. Cleveland is home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.[6]
As of the 2010 Census, the city proper had a total population of 396,815, making Cleveland the 45th largest city in the United States,[7] and the second largest city in Ohio after Columbus.[8][9]Greater Cleveland, the Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area, ranked 28th largest in the United States with 2,068,283 people in 2011.[10]Cleveland is part of the largerCleveland-Akron-Canton, OH Combined Statistical Area, which in 2013 had a population of 3,501,538, and ranked as the country's 15th largest CSA.[11]
Residents of Cleveland are called "Clevelanders". Nicknames for the city include "The Forest City", "Metropolis of the Western Reserve", "The Rock and Roll Capital of the World", "C-Town", "The Cleve", and the more historical "Sixth City".[12][13][14][15][16] Due to its proximity to Lake Erie, the Cleveland area is often referred to locally as "The North Coast".[12][13][15]
Columbus (/kəˈlʌmbəs/) is the capital of and the largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio. It is the15th largest city in the United States with a population of 822,553 (2013 estimate).[13] It is the core city of the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area(MSA), which encompasses a ten county area.[15] Under the Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) model, it is the third largest metropolitan area in Ohio, virtually tied with the Cleveland MSA and only slightly behind the CincinnatiMSA (which includes portions ofKentucky and Indiana).[16] Under the Combined Statistical Area (CSA) model, the Columbus, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area was the 28th largest in the United States.[17] According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Columbus-Marion-Zanesville, OH Combined Statistical Area (which also includes Marion, Chillicothe, andMount Vernon) has a population of 2,348,495, making it the second largest metropolitan area in Ohiobehind Cleveland, Ohio.[17] In addition, it is also the fourth mostpopulous state capital in the United States and the third largest city in the Midwestern United States.[18][19
Toledo (/təˈliːdoʊ/) is the fourth most populous city in the U.S.state of Ohio and is the county seat of Lucas County.[5] Toledo is in northwest Ohio, on the western end of Lake Erie, and borders the State of Michigan. The city was founded in 1833 on the west bank of the Maumee River, originally incorporated as part of Monroe County, Michigan Territory, then re-founded in 1837, after conclusion of the Toledo War, when it was incorporated in Ohio. Toledo grew quickly as a result of the Miami and Erie Canal and its position on the railway line between New York and Chicago. It has since become a city well known for its industry, particularly in glass and auto assembly, as well as for its art community, education, healthcare, and local sports teams. The population of Toledo as of the 2010 Census was 287,208, while the Toledo metropolitan area had a population of 651,429.[6]
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Post by cheesy on Aug 28, 2014 20:33:46 GMT -5
Ah, these are all fine ship names, mostly submarines. AKRON, of course, was a dirigible sadly lost with all hands that probably would've survived with today's weather prediction and avoidance technology.
While we're on the topic, you can visit historic Tun Tavern, birthplace of the Marine Corps, each and every time you visit Philadelphia. Just stay on I-95 and you'll drive right over it.
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Post by Gaidin on Aug 28, 2014 21:53:17 GMT -5
Ahh Cleveland!!!!! I will look up some good things about Cleveland tomorrow and there are a number but for now let's focus on the fact their river caught fire and they have the bad news bears of professional sports.
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Post by Gaidin on Aug 28, 2014 21:55:34 GMT -5
Cincinnati - Pete Rose should be in the Hall of Fame, their chili is vile, it's not my least favorite rust belt city.
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Post by Gaidin on Aug 28, 2014 21:58:39 GMT -5
Klinger on MASH was from Toledo.
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Post by Gaidin on Aug 28, 2014 21:59:54 GMT -5
Columbus is full of Ohio State fans......
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Post by gary on Aug 28, 2014 22:21:06 GMT -5
Since they insist it's "The Ohio State University," shouldn't that be "The Ohio State fans?"
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Post by Gaidin on Aug 29, 2014 9:30:10 GMT -5
Since they insist it's "The Ohio State University," shouldn't that be "The Ohio State fans?" I think its "The Ohio State University fans".
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Post by gary on Aug 29, 2014 9:31:28 GMT -5
Since they insist it's "The Ohio State University," shouldn't that be "The Ohio State fans?" I think its "The Ohio State University fans". My bad.
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Post by BagLady on Aug 29, 2014 19:43:18 GMT -5
You gotta be tough to be a Cleveland sports fan, but don't worry . . . this is a rebuilding year. Seriously, we're in it to win it. This is our year. Playhouse Square, in the Cleveland Theater District is the second largest theater complex in the United States. (Only Lincoln Center in New York City is larger.) And the theater is widely supported by its patrons, which results in amazing shows each year. The theater district has been renovated in recent years with several great restaurants and the largest outdoor chandelier in the US. Restaurants? Holy food, Batman. We've got it all. Including a Chef who was creating a buzz in Cleveland years before he became Iron. I highly recommend Michael Symon's Loveletter to Cleveland if you want insight into the heart of a true Clevelander. I *heart* Cleveland. This place rocks.
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Post by orchid on Sept 2, 2014 6:24:44 GMT -5
Happy Tuesday and back to the office for most of us! Today's city:
Evansville is the commercial, medical and cultural hub of Southwestern Indiana and the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky tri-state area. It is the third-largest city in the state of Indiana and the largest city in Southern Indiana. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 117,429 and a metropolitan population of 358,676. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County.[5]
Situated on an oxbow in the Ohio River, the city is often referred to as "River City". As testament to the Ohio's grandeur, early French explorers named it La Belle Riviere ("The Beautiful River"). The area has been inhabited by various cultures for millennia, dating back at least 10,000 years. Angel Mounds was a permanent settlement of the Mississippian culture from 1000 AD to around 1400 AD. The city itself was founded in 1812.
The broad economic base of the region has helped to build an economy which is known for its stability, diversity, and vitality. Four NYSE companies (ACW, BERY, LEAF, VVC) are headquartered in Evansville, along with the global operations center for NYSE company Mead Johnson. Three other companies traded on the NASDAQ (ESCA, ONB, SCVL) are located in Evansville. The city is home to public and private enterprise in many areas, as Evansville serves as the economic hub of the region.
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Post by Gaidin on Sept 2, 2014 9:19:02 GMT -5
The best thing about Southern Indiana is Holiday World and it is less than an hour from Evansville. www.holidayworld.com/
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Post by Missundaztood on Sept 2, 2014 9:56:57 GMT -5
There are also good camping sites and hiking trails in So IN. Terrain is very different from the flat northern Indiana (as a result of glacier movement if I was paying attention in my "Rocks for Jocks" class). Also close to Bloomington, which is a cool hipster town.
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Post by gary on Sept 2, 2014 10:11:24 GMT -5
Evansville has a terrific donut shop.
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Post by chessparent on Sept 2, 2014 10:24:14 GMT -5
And don't forget that it is close to the childhood home of Abraham Lincoln, albeit very briefly. Just long enough to establish an outdoor theater commemorating this fact.
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Post by gary on Sept 2, 2014 10:33:22 GMT -5
And don't forget that it is close to the childhood home of Abraham Lincoln, albeit very briefly. Just long enough to establish an outdoor theater establishing this fact. They couldn't have afforded for him to live in the town for four years since that's the big Memorial-big Statue-big Reflecting Pool Lincoln Level.
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