Roc Rinaldi

Say fella, how did you know?

Now that is romantic.

I've had my tubes tied.

I would say for me that it is 50/50.

I have maxed out at 9, so I guess I don't qualify.

Huh?

Another good one tommyboy.

My "string" is broken.

Good one tommyboy.

Maybe this is the answer that we have all been searching for. I think you're on to something. That's why I have no kids. But I wonder....would de-clawing be effective on them?.... [] No, but they are tax deductable and they come in handy if and when you reach old age.

Harsh? Let's see...If you choose to have pets you become, in effect, a dictator - literally... and hopefully a benevolent dictator in that YOU have assumed the role of being totally responsible for providing for the needs of the pet. If you provide facilities that meet the animal's needs (and scratching for a cat is a necessity), they will use them. Provide facilities that are less attractive than others, and they will use what is more effective and hence attractive. They aren't out after your speakers, etc.; rather they are simply using what is most appropriate for their needs. And, like it or not, a rational discussion is likely to receive no less than a quizzical look at the silly human who erroneously thinks that a technique that fails with most humans will suddenly work with an animal. Bottomline, its the pet owner's responsibility to provide for the needs of the animals. If they fail to do that, the animal will find whatever they can that most fits their needs. And if they find something other than what you think they should...well take the credit! You've earned it. If reality is so "harsh", you might not what to assume (or, in a problem case, fail to assume) the responsibility for a pet. Stick to having pet humans. I think they are called "kids". Unfortunately this issue has come up several times in the past with too many of the suggested draconian 'solutions'(sic) being ways to 'modify' the cat (declawing, etc.) which places the responsibility on the animal rather than the owner. Gee, the kid got into the cookies, let's cut off his hands.... My comments are aimed precisely at these historical forum precedents. But, yes, pet ownership carries responsibilities. If that is harsh....OK. But I have never found providing for pet's needs as being particularly difficult or harsh. And I apply the same standards to myself. And I haven't found myself scratching a speaker grill for many years now. Oh, and if you have a cat, may I make a suggestion that has worked tremendously well for me. You can get scraps of sisal rug for free at most rug outlets (or talk to an installer and ask him to save you a few). Attach them to the outside corners of walls with stout Velcro tape - sufficient that the remnant is solidly attached and doesn't move when pressure is applied. This remnant, when wrapped around the corner of a wall becomes a FAVORITE spot for a cat to scratch and I have NO problem with the occasional trying out of the sofa. They can stretch and they have various angles from which they can approach the material. And if you like, a bit of catnip behind the remnant in a small sachet works well too... OK, you guys can go back to what you were discussing before we got off on this....[] Let me try this again. Hey Mark, do you think anyone is paying attention to this?

I like the way you drive [au].........................[st] 3 speeding tickets within 6 days. I'm not proud of it. And when I was a lot younger, 3 tickets in one traffic stop. Also not proud.

Hi Harry. I understand. For the record: I am sure that there are some very nice people in indianapolis. I just haven't met any of them yet. I am sure that they moved there some time after the Colts were taken away from Baltimore. Cleveland and <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Cincinnati have some real problems don't they? Better them than us. Was the Colt defensive end from Kentucky either Gino Marchetti or Fred Cook or "Big Daddy" Lipscomb? I'm trying to get over the Colts loss but I have not been totally successful so far. It is just so odd seeing the Colts horseshoe or blue & white uniforms and realizing that they are not the Baltimore Colts any longer. BTW, at least Irsay didn't take our Baltimore Colts marching band from us. They live on with a name change to the Ravens.

did you read the post? What am I missing?

Did you read the post?

of your health? No, concerned about her hearing and her internal organs. Did you know that with enough volume at the lowest frequencies you can make one physically sick and cause their organs to shutdown? True. But please don't try this at home. This should only be done by experienced professional audiophiles, in the privacy of their own homes. .....and if you do try it, make sure that you have 911 service in your area. I don't believe it has been done yet with loudpspeakers. I do know though it can be done with things like whistles. My sound engineer (I have my own) tells me it is definitely doable with an extremely powerful sub. I haven't tried it yet.

Maybe this is the answer that we have all been searching for.

OK, if you are sure that you want to do that.

OK, if you are sure that you want to do that.

It wasn't 'aimed' at any particular person. I tried to make the "you" a more apparent editorial 'you' - referring to whomever may be reading the post, if the shoe fit as it were... It was just in regards to the oft recurring theme where folks freak out (usually) over some perceived threat by cats in regards to their stereo. And regarding how much fun I am at parties...my cat (a Bombay which is, as best I can tell, half monkey and half dog) and I have a mutual non-disclosure agreement. After all, if one of us were to talk, the other would talk, and then we would both end up in jail...[] Of course, if he (the cat) talked, I wonder if he would end up in jail before or after his appearance on Leno, Letterman, Kimmel, et. al.? Now what would Paris do??? Hey Mark, do you think anyone is paying attention to this?

It wasn't 'aimed' at any particular person. I tried to make the "you" a more apparent editorial 'you' - referring to whomever may be reading the post, if the shoe fit as it were... It was just in regards to the oft recurring theme where folks freak out (usually) over some perceived threat by cats in regards to their stereo. There you go again Mark, having to explain your statements. Always explaining jokes and statements. Just leave them wondering.

Obviously you were a perfect pair made in heaven.!!!

How can you be sure it was cat piss? Perhaps the old owner was incontinent. Perhaps the large fish tank sitting on top of the speakers was leaking fluid.

Remember that a really really good subwoofer can kill a cat, if you want it to.

I'll bet you're a fun guy to have at a party. Perhaps a cat killing party.