Poor But Happy Person Of The Year Nomination

adela says on Dec 23, 2004, 10:43:

my votes
1. Absolutely Peter (yes,Miguel, Peter is the boss, and also our silent friend here!!)

2.The funniest : Elmo (¿any doubt?)

3.Best Colombia Lover: hard to say...I have two nominations first Colombianox, second : Desi

Màs fe, màs abrazos, màs besos, màs disculpas, màs visitas a nuestros amigos antiguos nos haràn màs plenos cada vez.

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Lionheart says on Dec 23, 2004, 11:08:

Elmo es El Rey But Cowboy is scrambling hard lately, I think he is too late to catch up tho ...

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utopiacowboy says on Dec 23, 2004, 11:45:

Elmo, Elvis, he's still the King. Sure, he's left the building but he'll be back. Getting 'em on all fours and making 'em squeal like pigs.

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Miguel says on Dec 24, 2004, 00:38:

Lo siento I forgot Tinto!

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webmanco says on Dec 24, 2004, 02:16:

Here is my list

Pointofview, Desideria, Tinto, ColombianoX, Elmode....., Utopiacowboy, Mr. Hollywood, Lauthra, Litost, Isaactraveler, Shazcas, ACBlessing, Mad_lion, Sydneygirl, Gator, Oldgringo, Lionheart, LarsBrink, Yep, Sandra_pas , Suzannyo , Sebasenbogotá , kernow62 , Dwmte , Gato-Bandido , FrankLeal , Hunter , Dan , Santarosano7 , Adela , Miguel , Mariangela , Patrick , Atrevido , Goosekirk , 2retirensa , Carter
Christinalkc, the sweet girl from Malaysia



Now click here to vote for your best Forum Topic


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...A yo, déjenme queto y no me jodan má! ...

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Peter (Moderator) (Trustee board) (Dev team) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Dec 24, 2004, 06:36:

Dan says on Dec 24, 2004, 06:52:

My Picks 1. Utopia - Most helpfull to me and many others.
1. Gator - Very Helpfull to a lot of people.

2. Elmo - keeps this place from getting too boring

3. Desi - usually has pretty intelligent things to say

4. Tinto

God Bless America!

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Lauthra says on Dec 24, 2004, 09:07:

My vote it's for... Desi, she is always the voice of reason, and has such eloquent and witty responses. Tinto has proven to have lots of information on almost every matter regarding Colombia. But Desi is definately the one I find the friendliest and smartest; her english and spanish are amazing! :)I liked her since she welcomed me to the ColombiaExperts mailing list about 2 years ago!
Feliz Navidad Desi, Cali te manda saludos! :D

Nato
www.theburrow.co.uk

Nato (='.'=)

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Gerbil says on Dec 24, 2004, 09:16:

My vote Lauthra,

The hottest, sexiest caleña ever.
Plus she´s clever, speaks fluent english, and is incredibly caring.

If nepotism isn´t allowed though, my vote goes for Desi - not only for her intelligent and reasoned points of view, but for putting up with the femi-nazi comments from men with brains situated just south of the (most likely rather large) waistline.

Barry
www.theburrow.co.uk

Barry www.theburrow.co.uk

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oldbongo says on Dec 24, 2004, 09:58:

it's true.... lauthra is very attractive,
but elmo has his eye on kat1
for that honour,which might be
better discussed on another forum,

for now, though, surely, i, the oldgringo,
while maybe not the poorest, must be the HAPPIEST!!!!

this year,with all the problems,delays,disasters,calamities,disfunctions,
catastrophes, dilemmas,that are the fabric of life in colombia,
the positive energy inherent in this community has added to the
fun of navigating the river that eventually has carried me to bliss
with la commandante......

don't vote for me, in fact, don't vote for anyone,
it's too competitive,we have enough to compete for daily.
just say thanks to those you appreciate.

...GRACIAS A TODOS....most especially...hermanito elmoso

p.s.....desi...
sorry if i rubbed you the wrong way over the salsa cucaracha

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isaactraveler says on Dec 24, 2004, 10:59:

Hmm I vote Lathra as sexiest..wait that isnt a catagory that isnt a catagory?

ok then my vote for best informed would be Utopia. He has been at least a step ahead of me in everything I did, I dont know who guided him but he certainly showed me how.

Then Desi. I wish she would show her picture.

ColombianoX and Tinto, you two help me see the Colombian side of issues and damn there are some good people here.

Peter, dont end the year wondering if the effort is worth it to maintain this board, I hold you in very high esteem for all you do.

My journey is almost at an end, since Angelica and Danny are coming in January, however the adventure soon begins.

Maybe we can talk Utopia into a new catagory: MARRIAGE to a Colombian, and we can commiserate, share stories and give the names of good attorneys HAHAH I WAS KIDDING ON THE LAST ONE.

I know from the posts here, that I should at least hide my money in my mobile home safe (along with any heavy phones) and to keep my pistola out of ball-shooting range.

Happy Holidays to all!

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utopiacowboy says on Dec 24, 2004, 11:56:

Pablo, my taxi driver, is nominating his slightly used photo of Monica Belluci.

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adela says on Dec 24, 2004, 12:25:

First Desi!!
wow Desi! Please, say somenthing...I could change my vote :

First you, second Elmo!!!, third: tinto!!!

Màs fe, màs abrazos, màs besos, màs disculpas, màs visitas a nuestros amigos antiguos nos haràn màs plenos cada vez.

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ColombianoX says on Dec 24, 2004, 12:39:

I nominate Desi. Her love for Colombia and it's culture is very admirable, especially since she isn't colombian, although to me she is an honorary colombian.

Felíz Navidad and Merry Christmas to all of you!!!!


CX

ColombianoX 'Defensor de la Colombianidad'

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Miguel says on Dec 24, 2004, 13:24:

A decir verdad... Primero, Barry, tienes razon...Lauthra es caliente; y este gringo no es gordo; estoy de aquerdo sobre Desi; ella es especial (y tambien si tienes su direccion electronica, puede ver una foto!)...Colombiano X, me gusta tus mensajes...y tu tambien Old Gringo...y issac, suerte con tu vida nueva...y Adela, creo que Elmo esta ocupado...y Tinto, lo siento...segun a Adela tu eres un "tird"...jajaja. Y Utopia...ojala que se mejores pronto! Y Peter, gracias por T O D O ! ! !

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YEP says on Dec 24, 2004, 16:34:

Well for those of you wanting a reply from Des is going to wait a little as she is struggeling with some nasty weather in Finland visiting her family there ;-)

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YEP says on Dec 24, 2004, 16:37:

My vote (if worth anything) goes to ........... All of you for keeping the boat rocking ............

No forum can't survieve without a good base of users in general.

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adela says on Dec 25, 2004, 21:25:

all of us Yep, Miguel I agree Yep: all of us

Miguel: I like so much Tinto;) even when disagree with me about Antonio Caballero(the Colombian journalist), but I can see that he has a very good image about how Colombia is inside

Where is Desi? Where is Elmo?

Isaac: 1.I guess Desi never would send a picture
2. I hope you someday could replay me

Màs fe, màs abrazos, màs besos, màs disculpas, màs visitas a nuestros amigos antiguos nos haràn màs plenos cada vez.

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isaactraveler says on Dec 25, 2004, 21:51:

HI ADELA I am not sure what you meant about replay. do you mean reply?

my email is isaactraveler at yahoo.com

but i check the forum regularly.

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adela says on Dec 25, 2004, 22:06:

Isaac I mean "to response" when I talk toyou...well, I suppose it has been just coincidences(it is "coincidences" the word in english?)

Where is everyone? Oh, my dear esposito is alone at the hall now

Màs fe, màs abrazos, màs besos, màs disculpas, màs visitas a nuestros amigos antiguos nos haràn màs plenos cada vez.

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adela says on Dec 25, 2004, 22:12:

Desi' picture

I visited Desi's profile and I found a picture of a woman...it's that her?

Màs fe, màs abrazos, màs besos, màs disculpas, màs visitas a nuestros amigos antiguos nos haràn màs plenos cada vez.

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isaactraveler says on Dec 25, 2004, 22:18:

Sorry Adela If I ever take longer than a day to respond, it means I missed the post/question. So just send it again in CAPS, heheh.

Tambien me puedes escribir en espanol, no lo se escribir bien, pero lo leo sin problema.

AVISO: Cobro un pacquete de MANIMOTO por cada aviso que doy.
TAMBIEN: Utopiacowboy tiene un trasero gigantesco

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 26, 2004, 05:41:

I'll be back really soon:)
I have a few minutes now in this dial-up and even if I haven't had a chance to read all the messages I feel totally overwhelmed by these nominations! You're making me blush down to my toes!
We've got a half meter new snow and I'm just back from cross country tour (skiing).

Have a great time everybody,
hugs,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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dwmte says on Dec 26, 2004, 07:44:

i think they're right, marrit, we just have to put you up at the top of the heap. with so many concerned and knowledgeable posters, you remain 'the voice of reason'. you manage by your own discipline to remain civil in your posts and comments. would that the rest of us might ameliorate our propensity, in these days, to focus, in such an attacking fashion, the posters, and not on taking issue with the issues.

do enjoy these special days with your family and try to keep warm in that sub zero land. brrrrrrrrrrr

must confess, i don't envy one bit a journey into the cold. hell, here in florida, it's cold. in comparison with finland, the use of the word 'cold' is an oxymoron.

peace, dear, to you and yours.

dw

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Lionheart says on Dec 26, 2004, 19:55:

cold? I think I can compete with Desi, it was -23°C the other night here, with snow (NE, USA)

No wonder I want to go to Cali!

I can't think of one single person who sticks out over everybody else, aside from Elmo. Almost everybody else contributes to topics one way or the other, reading all sides of the story creates the picture of Colombia ... not just a few sides. Elmo was already crowned the King anyway ...

Therefore I say thank you to everybody, and let's keep the ball rolling.

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elmodefoque says on Dec 27, 2004, 07:01:

Guys, my Indian ass is honored to be nominated by some as a Person of the Year candidate, though I don’t feel worthy of such an honor. My contribution to this site has been of very little help, unless you’re in some high brow party and the subject of man, donkey love comes up, then all the info I’ve shared, regarding that subject, may be of some use. Remember you gotta run the burro down tie his ass to a tree and most important also tie his back legs together, cause that modefoque will kick you in the balls, and believe me when I tell you this, YOU DON’T WANT TO BE KICK IN THE BALLS BY A BURRO. Especially when your nuts are fully exposed.
I have also shared my detest for Colombia’s elite, and their women. So, why did I marry one? My initial inattention was to take this white, spoiled, highly educated, Poblado living, very fine young girl, bang the crap outta her and take off. She had made the mistake of acknowledging my existence (very rare for them) and that’s all I needed to land her lovely ass, but it turned out that after I banged her she had other intentions, like sticking to me like fresh gum on old shoe. The idea of getting back at the elite backfired, but I still get great pleasure in seeing her lawyer father squirm when she talks about how much she loves this poor old Indio bastard. Our dislike for one another is no secret. I dream of one day sending him a video of her very lovely daughter on all fours with me riding her like a burro, but my wife will kill me.

I'll get there, when I get there!

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OCAR says on Dec 27, 2004, 11:45:

Mi voto es por COLOMBIANOX. Por que es un gran defensor de Colombia y quiere mucho este pais.

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 27, 2004, 22:00:

it's a long list I'm back in Stockholm now and trying to catch up with my reading...which is quite a task. I feel profoundely honored seeing my name pop up so many times in this thread and i've been trying to think up who'd be my choice; the list gets longer and longer all the time. There's so many good posters, and a whole wealth of excellent new posters who have been around only a short time, but are already contributing so much positive information and good vibes that it makes the choices really difficult.
Anyway, here are some of my favorites:
ColombianoX, for the pride and the passion.
Tinto, for the objective information, wit, and balance.
Viewpoint, for agreeing with me on most, if not all things :)))
Lauthra (Nato) for representing the modern, educated, smart and compassionate Caleña; the kind I can relate to and the kind many of my Caleña friends in real life are.
Litost and juanalejo for the Colombian reality check and intelligent posting,
Adela, for the same reasons as Nato.
Utopia (before he went into the spin phase)
Elmo, for the touch of costeño/NY variety of humor

I'll be back after work with more nominations:)
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 28, 2004, 09:31:

more nominations adrimm; for a new angle; that of a second generation not raised up in South Florida
atrevido;
for continuous, if stingy reporting from my favorite city
gator; for down-to-earth facts and humor
sam salmon; for taking the piss with everybody who says anything remotely dumb or naive; his outspokedness makes me laugh more than elmo's below the waist-humor
dwte; nobody knows Medellin like he does:)nor will ever do.
kim(save the wildcats); for compassion, sensitivity and true commitment

Shall I continue?
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 28, 2004, 12:18:

and... kernow; for making sense most of the time
miguel; for steady progress in learning Spanish (minuspoint for being a guayabera-lover ;)

I know I have forgotten somebody really important from my list...
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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oldbongo says on Dec 28, 2004, 12:23:

it's me..... the one who keeps bugging you
about the salsa cucaracha!!!jejeje

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 28, 2004, 12:28:

I had totally forgotten about salsa cucaracha, but I've lost my curiosity by now.
Cheers,
Desi
(there was somebody else that I know I should've added...besides oldgringo)
But yes, oldgringo too, for "mas sabe el diablo por viejo que por diablo"

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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ReinaDeLa Baile says on Dec 28, 2004, 15:18:

Elmo and Desi and Utopiacowboy, CASLUG, Lionheart, ACBlessing, and Save The Wildcats..........

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ARMacleod says on Dec 29, 2004, 10:20:

Ese gato diabólico. El hombre (gringo) de la Basura que dejó caer el cajón en mi gato de vecinos. La interpretaciónlo incomunicado para las últimas tres semanas. El dios lo bendice.

Arrepentido, para hablar el idioma español tan mal.

Keep smiling.

The brain is like a parachute, it only functions correctly when it is open. Pax vobiscum.

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 29, 2004, 10:30:

and, of course shazcaz, the straight-shooting Irish gal...
cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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ShazCas says on Dec 29, 2004, 10:34:

Wow.. Really surprised to see my name there as I haven't had as much time as I'd like to visit this WONDERFUL site lately! Thanks, I'm glad my advice has been useful!

As for nominations, there are so many people here that have taught me things about the fabulous country that is Colombia, like litost, Colombianox, and others who make me laugh, like Elmo, of course. I'd have to agree with many others in voting for Desi for PBH person of the year! She is indeed the voice of reason and has an impressive knowledge of Colombia. Glasses raised!

Happy New Year everyone by the way!

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elmodefoque says on Dec 29, 2004, 10:53:

james, have you guys heard of a song 'EL GATO VOLADOR"

I'll get there, when I get there!

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adela says on Dec 29, 2004, 12:40:

el gato volador
¿What is El Gato Volador song, Elmo?

Desi: What about Retirensa(Maureen), Lionhearth(Dave), and Isaac and his manimoto?
There are others...oh YEP!!, Patrik, caslug,Mr. Hollywood, cremaster, mariángela, utopiacowboy, shazcas...(you mentioned before our dear Adrim..by the way ¿why Peter moved Adrim's topic in spanish- donde estan los juguetes- to unknown place?)

So my favorites are

1. Desi

2. Elmo-Tinto

3.the rest of us ;)

Màs fe, màs abrazos, màs besos, màs disculpas, màs visitas a nuestros amigos antiguos nos haràn màs plenos cada vez.

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 29, 2004, 13:07:

adela all those that you mentioned are certainly very good posters and deserve to be on the list for nominees. The reason I haven't included them is that some of them have been here only a few months, some others post infrequently and some others have a specific but limited interest in Colombia. Utopia and Shaz are on the list. Some others that you mentioned will probably, if they hang on here long enough, be on next years nominations:)))
I'll had to add Isaac, though. Just because.
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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Save the Wildcats says on Dec 29, 2004, 16:09:

Desi and Reina.... thanks so much for mentioning my name - how kind of you! I hesitate to nominate anyone for fear of leaving someone out but you are both on my top 5 list also - and my pal Litost whom I miss seeing on this board also.

Kim

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isaactraveler says on Dec 29, 2004, 16:35:

what'd I win? man i just barely squeaked it in there. good thing i remembered to send Desiderata the January friendship payment.

hey Utopia shoot me an email will you?

isaactraveler at yahoo.com

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 29, 2004, 20:34:

isaac thank's for the check. I might have to send it back though, since you keep misspelling my name. I think you do it on purpose. You make the beautiful, dignified and queenly name of a dark-eyed French girl who never made it back to her own country sound like a name for an Italian B-movie actress.
Cheers,
Desideria

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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isaactraveler says on Dec 30, 2004, 05:42:

dang it! sorry i just noticed it sorry desideria.
i just pronounced it wrong to myself the first time i read it, and never thought to check again.

i do like desideria better

keep the check, there is no money in the acct.

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ARMacleod says on Dec 30, 2004, 09:01:

Elmodefoque. now I know you
Analysing your genre I believe that in spite of your pretended demeanor you are a pussy cat. I realy mean that in the most courteous sense of the expression.
Never a comma out of context, never a misplaced period. You change from el thicko to smartypants in a flash from Mr Evil to a saint just as quickly.
There is of course another explanation. You are one (or all) of the following.

Lord Lucan?
Gentle Jesus?
Elvis Presley?
Manuel Gomez (A cobbler from Stoke Poges)
The first husband of one of my previous wives?
One of their Lawers
Or perhaps just a nice guy?

Anyway, Keep smiling.

The brain is like a parachute, it only functions correctly when it is open. Pax vobiscum.

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 30, 2004, 09:28:

isaac sorry I snapped at you at the rainy, cold dawn far, far away....totally out of charcter for me:)
It would've been a lot easier for me to make a list of non-nominees since most everybody here have made great contributions over the year. My list is very subjective, of course, since I have no use for the mile-long threads about marriage visas or voip or deep-sea fishing...or marriage agencies. It doesn't mean that this kind of information may not be very valuable for some other people. Neither I'm dealing out just brownie-points. All the people on the list (and some more) have something unique to contribute, something that I find valuable for myself. One of the main reasons a lot of good posters didn't make it to my list is because they haven't been with us long enough; I intended this list include only people who've been active and frecuent contributors most of this year.
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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Miguel says on Dec 30, 2004, 09:50:

Asi que tengo suerte contigo, Desi? Solo aqui desde hace media año, pero estoy en tu lista! ¡Gracias! Puedes comprame una guayabera por mi cumpleános?

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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Dec 30, 2004, 10:02:

really? I didn't check your profile, it just felt that you've been around forever.
A new guayabera? You already have too many of them and what would your barranquillera say if I started giving you guayaberas? Just remember to fold that aloe vera aqua velva lace-embroidered dainty little handkerchief neatly in the right pocket.
Cheers,
Desi
(How'bout some Homer Simpson underwear instead?)

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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Miguel says on Dec 30, 2004, 10:17:

Jajaja Asi que piensas que estoy aqui siempre? No, mi amiga. Pero soy orgulloso que sientes soy un hombre bueno. Y mi costena? Ella no tienes problema si quieres comprarme una guayabera! Aqua Velva? De ninguna manera!

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Save the Wildcats says on Dec 30, 2004, 10:31:

Elmo is a Wall Street stockbroker. I'm certain of it. And yes, he's actually a very kind, even gentle person.


Kim

Up under the legs and into the chest:
Gentle, but never weak.

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YEP says on Jan 2, 2005, 15:42:

Isaac was almost right with the spelling Desideratata

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YEP says on Jan 2, 2005, 15:50:

Adela ...... I don't know how I made it to your list but I truely don't deserve that.

Now I could take the Elmo approach, but I'd better not do that and just offer you a bribe whereever you live in Colombia when I get there in february ;-)

But you call the shots because I don't know where to look for you :D

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