D8VANILLA
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 11:59 PM |
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You all sound like a bunch of sour-puss sore losers!!! Just because you didn't guess correctly, you gotta come here and complain about other stuff now. I say congratulations to the winner of the horse counting contest. I didn't win either, but I'm not complaining....
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COMMENT 304884P
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Legally Blonde |
2012-08-04 11:38 PM |
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Agreed! We went up and saw Legally Blonde Thursday evening. It was terrific. Great cast - one and all - even the dogs. If you get a chance, definitely go up to Solvang to see it. Be sure to dress warm and take a blanket. It gets cold up there at night and this is an outdoor theater.
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COMMENT 304883P
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Car Accident |
2012-08-04 11:19 PM |
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It was a neighbor up the street from us who drove his new black camaro into a tree in front of the water company at the corner of puente and hollister. Car is covered now in the driveway. If the kid who crashed today drives anything like his mother, it was only a matter of time until this happened. The tree is still sideways, front of the car is crunched for sure. Doesn't look "bad" to me, he was able to drive the vehicle home. The car accident described above sounds much worse than what I'm sure happened, sorry to kill the shock value.
-Urban Biker
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COMMENT 304882P
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Could somebody tell me if it's lega... |
2012-08-04 11:16 PM |
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It's not legal. Next year the City is going to take all of the chairs, ropes, and tape away unless people are actually sitting in the chairs. They will keep the chairs and they will be available at City Hall the next day.
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ROGER DODGER
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Car Accident |
2012-08-04 11:03 PM |
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Sorry was listening to a nutter call.
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ROGER DODGER
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Roger Code Red |
2012-08-04 11:00 PM |
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Weird night some poor gal came over here looking for the youth hostal..It's got a bogus address on South Milpas. At least I think it is unless they are renting out a store front. I was trying to help her out when she disappeared I looked everywhere for her????? I was using the neighbors phone cause mine is out..I hope she found her way..Not a good thing for a pretty young gal from another country to be out on the streets..She probley though she stumbled onto Motel HELL.
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COMMENT 304879P
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Roger Code Red |
2012-08-04 10:43 PM |
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Also Sterret X Foothill:
Detail Information
10:24 PM 4 [12] B29-040 REQ 1185 FOR BLU STRN AURA FOR H / ADV 1185 TO COME FROM STERRITT SIDE NOT THE 192
10:24 PM 3 [13] 1039 HOLZERS 805-962-5518
9:58 PM 2 [2] RP CAN NOT CONFIRM//NOT CLOSE ENOUGH TO SEE
9:58 PM 1 [1] DRK COLORED SD POSS TCD INTO 2 BOULDERS IN THE RDWY
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TWOBITS
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Play the Contest! What is the aver... |
2012-08-04 10:42 PM |
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3.05
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COMMENT 304877P
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Roger Code Red |
2012-08-04 10:40 PM |
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CHP Incident report: (not much info; caps are from their site) Location: Veronica Springs Rd / Sr225 Detail Information
10:20 PM 4 [18] 29-201 / 1185 97
9:52 PM 3 [13] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 LOVES TOWING 805-966-2916
9:50 PM 2 [11] B29-040 REQ 1185
9:38 PM 1 [7] 1039 SBPD/FIRE
LOTS of sirens in the past hour.
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COMMENT 304876P
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Party in the USA |
2012-08-04 10:36 PM |
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Did you go?!
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BULLSEYEB
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 10:19 PM |
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Macpuzl for the win! Give Mac a blue ribbon!!!! Too funny! It always amazes me how cute these little piglets are until they grow up!
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YIN YANG
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 10:14 PM |
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Bless you, Nicole & Tigerlily. And 2nd Chance Cats (Elizabeth & Kathy, right?) Pet House too. I am very moved.
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COMMENT 304872P
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 10:13 PM |
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After reading the frightful comments in the Edhat postings, I wanted to see in person what the Fiesta venues were like. I'm one of the those oldsters who has lived here 50 years and rarely visit Fiesta sites. It was surprising that there were a lot fewer people than expected, nothing felt menacing, people were outdoors, it was free, there were many families, fun was in the air. The vendors didn't seem to have that much business. (Is business slower this year?) Perhaps I returned home too early at 10 pm to see a bigger picture, but I suggest those who've stayed away to try Fiesta again.
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COMMENT 304871P
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 10:05 PM |
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and many cats' love of canteloupe never ceases to amaze me.
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COMMENT 304870P
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 10:04 PM |
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Thanks for sharing! Great pics & video, I'm still giggling. Aaah, the pleasures of "cat torture," like hats and... well, cat owners know. (pulling a footing, like a sheet of paper or plastic, out from under them and watching a 3 foot vertical spring; catnip; a loose rubber band on the base of the tail; tin foil booties -- whatever you can get away with and both enjoy.)
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MACPUZL
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 10:03 PM |
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That swine flew!
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COMMENT 304868P
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Meet Maddie |
2012-08-04 09:59 PM |
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Incredibly cute! Wow, Aussie & Chih. I can see it, but wow. lol
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COMMENT 304867
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Could somebody tell me if it's lega... |
2012-08-04 09:42 PM |
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The tradition is the day of...not the week before....move their crap cause that is just lame. day of ok.....not week of. geez
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COMMENT 304866
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Car Accident |
2012-08-04 08:57 PM |
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Don't wait for the Urban Hikers, be the Urban Hikers. Grab your camera, a stenographer's pad, a pencil and a fedora hat with a ticket marked EdPress in it's band and go find out. Take good pictures, ask relevant questions and report back here quick. Oh, and please proof read your copy before submitting. That should be worth a UHjr badge for sure.
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COMMENT 304864
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Could somebody tell me if it's lega... |
2012-08-04 08:50 PM |
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I guess this is going to come up before and after every parade. Yes, it's a tradition in Santa Barbara to reserve your spot, plop your blanket, stake your claim or chalk your boundary (though I don't think that would fly too well). As of yet it is still not illegal. But stealing someone else's staking property may well get you a citation.
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COMMENT 304863
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Could somebody tell me if it's lega... |
2012-08-04 08:48 PM |
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No, nada
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COMMENT 304862
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The campus of UC Santa Barbara is o... |
2012-08-04 08:47 PM |
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Great! Marauding gangs of knifers is just what IV needs. Maybe IVFP should hire the SMPD to take care of the problem.
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COMMENT 304861
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CHP Checkpoint |
2012-08-04 08:45 PM |
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That's a favorite spot.
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ABOMB
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Los Dignitarios 2012 |
2012-08-04 08:33 PM |
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I actually don't drink alcohol at all. Thanks for your interest! My commentary was all in good fun. Someday in the not too distant future I will be a cougar too and will rock my ridiculous outfits with pride :)
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COMMENT 304858
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Fiesta Food |
2012-08-04 08:28 PM |
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Renauds Bakery on upper State St. or The Palace Grill on Cota!
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COMMENT 304857P
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Gaelyn Chambers |
2012-08-04 08:16 PM |
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Gaelyn valued the "Nature, Hiking, and Self-Healing" class that Paula Sandefur initiated - so much so that Gaelyn went to Antioch U. to complete a degree in Psychology that would allow her to teach in that program. Paula left for Hawaii, and Gaelyn slipped right in and began teaching it. She was loved by her students. As a previous administrator at Adult Ed I experienced her as very sweet and responsible to work with, and know she cared very much for her students. They in turn were wonderfully supportive when she first became ill many several ago. She got good health reports for some time and I am saddened to learn that she has passed. Gaelyn had such a dear heart ~ we appreciate how much she contributed to our community. Warm condolences to her daughters and other family members.
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COMMENT 304856P
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Play the Contest! What is the aver... |
2012-08-04 08:06 PM |
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Average or median? There's a difference.
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COMMENT 304855
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 08:02 PM |
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Is this the drunken ride that happens each year? Didnt someone get really hurt last year on the bikepath between turnpike and goleta beach? Im just wondering why the alcohol is needed for this event? It's great for people to get out and ride together....but how about making it a sober event just for the safety aspect?
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COMMENT 304854
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Play the Contest! What is the aver... |
2012-08-04 07:58 PM |
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$3.50
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COMMENT 304853
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 07:42 PM |
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This is Amanda, Mitten's mama. Thanks for all the nice comments! 843- yes, she was fine after having a few bites of the cheeseburger. She doesn't normally get human food though! Right now her diet is EVO (by Innova) wet and dry food, which is pretty good quality.
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COMMENT 304852
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Jose Naveja, 71, was shot and kille... |
2012-08-04 07:38 PM |
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I can't say he wasn't doing anything that didn't require arrest or at least questioning (dumping guns out of your car seems a bit scary and illegal to say the least.) But it is a shame they killed him. He seems to have had other issues and I realize it's not the police's duty to evaluate someone first if they feel they are in danger or the public is, but it sure seems like a huge step from low speed chase to shooting this guy.
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COMMENT 304851
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 07:35 PM |
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Aside from the tree blocking the sidewalk, I don't get all the vitriol over plants. For someone who claims to love plants, Goodnick gets really worked up about those plants that don't fit into his personal aesthetic. I find some of these pictures wild and lovely.
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COMMENT 304850
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Fiesta Food |
2012-08-04 07:35 PM |
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Our Lady rocks!
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COMMENT 304849
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 07:32 PM |
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Avoid it like the plague-- too crowded, too many drunks.
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COMMENT 304848
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 07:28 PM |
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845 - How do you know your horse doesn't love it? Maybe she does. Perhaps she is like an obstinate child who doesn't want to go on a family vacation and wouldn't be caught dead admitting she had a good time. Please ask your horse again.
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COMMENT 304847
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 07:13 PM |
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I've seen these little guys and LOVE them. Thanks! If you get a chance to see the K-9 Rocket Dogs...also amazing
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COMMENT 304846
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Here We Go |
2012-08-04 07:10 PM |
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Great! Looking forward to it. You seem a little quirky yourself...in the best possible way.
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COMMENT 304845
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 07:00 PM |
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abused?? I ride in the parade, my horse doesn't love it, but she is happy to be around all the other horses, they vet check every horse and send those back that are not fit or safe to ride- for some horse owners this is a good chance to see the vet, so before you say they are abusing the horses maybe think about the rodeo in town first.........................................
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COMMENT 304844
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 06:55 PM |
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BEAUTIFUL story. Beautiful cat. I admire your tenacity regarding running but if it gets too tough just remember...you can use the shoes for walking in lovely places. Also very healing. Good luck! whatever you do.
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COMMENT 304843
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 06:52 PM |
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Very cute cat. Did she tolerate ( i.e. not get sick) eating the cheeseburger?
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COMMENT 304842
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 06:32 PM |
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Let's say Romney had legal balancing interests that allowed him sufficient deductions to pay no taxes, just picture the hoots and howls this perfectly legal scenario would bring. On the other hand. let's say he made millions more than other people in this down economy, same reaction. Hoots and howls. He has a no-win situation either way. Yes, just like the hoots and howls over Obama's birth certificate and refusal to release college transcripts, voting records or the real author of his faked autobiographies. Stonewalling worked for Obama. These are the serious issues we face. There has never been a more important choice and you should have made it already. Less government or more government. That is what is really at stake this election. Uncommitted independents know what's up with this. So keep firing away if this is all the Dems have to run with this time in 2012. It is an independent voter turn-off.
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COMMENT 304840
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 06:20 PM |
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I do enjoy the fact that roots reggae bands cornerstone and soul majestic will be playing soho tonight...that's the best part of fiesta!
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COMMENT 304839
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 06:17 PM |
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Any one who has a rescue pet in their home eventually asks the question " just who rescued who(m)?"
Rescue pets are the best.
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COMMENT 304838
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 06:15 PM |
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Since everyone prides themselves today being un-churched, it is fascinating how enduring old sunday school lessons were: do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. In other words, property owners clean up your sidewalks. Your property rights stop at the public right-of-way. Make it right.
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ROGER DODGER
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 06:02 PM |
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No I'm a loser someone just called me that on Facebook and they were right.
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ROGER DODGER
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Play the Contest! What is the aver... |
2012-08-04 06:01 PM |
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2.99
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COMMENT 304835
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 05:57 PM |
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Awwwh Mittens loves McDonald's. Maybe you should send that to McDonald's Corp. Mittens would be famous for sure.
Thanks for adopting her. Shelter pets love McDonald's. It's the first place we take our rescues.
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COMMENT 304834P
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Nosey Big Nose |
2012-08-04 05:32 PM |
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Channel Jimmy Durante.
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GOWEST
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 05:32 PM |
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occupy Lois Capp'is guestroom!
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COMMENT 304832
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Lobsters on More Mesa |
2012-08-04 05:31 PM |
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Saw the same down on Bates Beach south of Carp last Sunday. There was just the usual amount of tar and none of the shells had either meat or a split. They appeared to be intact (less meat) for the most part and there were more tails than heads and pretty much all the same size. My take was someone took the tail meat and discarded the rest. Maybe collateral catch from a trawler??
And I don't think that molting includes the legs & feelers.
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COMMENT 304831
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 05:18 PM |
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This is probably the best fiesta event.
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COMMENT 304830
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Olympic Miguel |
2012-08-04 05:11 PM |
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I'm proud of you Miguel! Getting near water is a feat in itself. BTW, watching the Olympic competition has helped my swimming techniques. I love the underwater shots. Could there ever be an Olympic Game for senior citizens?
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REXOFSB
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The Indie Film Guru dissects a film... |
2012-08-04 05:11 PM |
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Take This Waltz. Please.
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COMMENT 304828
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Roger Code Red |
2012-08-04 05:08 PM |
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Viva La Fiesta!
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COMMENT 304827
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 04:50 PM |
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Take a deeep breath......
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COMMENT 304826P
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Pooh on You |
2012-08-04 04:42 PM |
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this is hilarious, pathetic and saddening all at the same time. what an emotional roller coaster the poop-patrol comment thread has become. some of you folks need to thicken up your skin a bit, excrement is a pretty big part of life...
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COMMENT 304824
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 04:34 PM |
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Wow. I feel compelled to comment on this article and the ensuing readers' comments. A pedestrian has a responsibility to him/herself and others to watch where the heck they are walking, for pete's sake! Ripped cornea? Puh-lease! This article is only saved from complete nanny-ism and outright crabbiness by the good wishes for the Leptospermum to stay as is. What a bunch of obsessive-compulsive baloney re: overgrowth of plants! I walk miles and miles, all over town. How is the greenery and lushness a problem for you prissy-britches querulous downer people? More growth, the better. This obsession with keeping hedges trimmed to within a millimeter of their lives is just plain silly. More flowers=more bees & butterflies. If you have a such a problem with hanging twigs and branchlets, leave a NICE NOTE on property owner's door. Then happy up in your life. Recycle/trash bins? One day a week? Can't believe this nonsense.
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COMMENT 304823P
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Isla Vista Stabbing |
2012-08-04 04:25 PM |
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wow this is really scary. i'm so glad no one was permanently crippled or worse... thanks for chiming in with more info 704 and 856. any luck with identifying the perps?
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COMMENT 304822
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 04:19 PM |
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The right wing attack is dishonest, as always ... false claims about the Obamas and about Lois Capps, who paid the taxes as soon as she became aware of the mistake.
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MESARATS
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Fiesta Parade |
2012-08-04 04:19 PM |
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RE tar feet I used be a oil person for the tar removal, but for me Dawn dish soap works better. Any other good suggestions?
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COMMENT 304820
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 04:18 PM |
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Love these! I want to go!!
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COMMENT 304819
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Avoid Chasing Your Tail |
2012-08-04 04:17 PM |
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The most important thing (obedience-wise) for a dog to learn is a good "recall." Next to that, it is the "stay" command. An elderly dog instructor once told me, "An obedient dog is a happy dog. Why? Because he has so much more freedom!" We need more off-leash space in Santa Barbara. I wish the City and County would get to work on this, NOW.
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COMMENT 304818
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What does the bad in badminton mean... |
2012-08-04 04:15 PM |
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Flat-footed and foolish am I
As I gaze up into the sky
The shuttle it blazed
Through my mane unfazed
Now laughing as I cry
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COMMENT 304817
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 04:12 PM |
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@304727 You have an interesting idea of sharing. 24/7, cars hog the roads end to end ... try, for just a few minutes, to allow alternate usage. @304731 Yeah, scowling people in cars trying to get somewhere ... to their cardiology appointment, for instance.
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COMMENT 304816
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Nosey Big Nose |
2012-08-04 04:11 PM |
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It's like that one judge said about pornography (I am paraphrasing), "I can't describe it, but I know it when I see it." Look in the mirror. If you think your nose is too big, get third and fourth opinions from your friends. Then ask several complete strangers. Then ask a 9-year-old. Chances are you will then know if, for your milieu, your schnoz is too large. In other countries your sizable honker may be a sign of great breeding and beauty. Careful with the plastic surgery. Look what Michael Jackson did to himself.
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COMMENT 304815P
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The Indie Film Guru dissects a film... |
2012-08-04 04:08 PM |
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"Take This Waltz And Shove It." Sorry, but I absolutely had to say that. Carry on!
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COMMENT 304814P
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 04:07 PM |
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i've got a compressor powered boat horn under my truck bed, try not to fall off your cruiser when it blowwwwwwwwwwwwwws, you've been warned! shouldn't be too much trouble for drivers as the municipal bicycle lanes/paths travel pretty much uninterrupted from the starting point to the finish. if everyone plays by the rules there shouldn't be any problems.
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COMMENT 304813
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 04:04 PM |
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As expected, overweight, non athletic, blog trolls who don't understand the fun of the ride. It's the one event during fiesta, that so many people who normally not hang out together, come to together for a common good time. Many tourists take pictures a video of the big ride. Having complete freedom is so amazing. Traffic laws are made to keep people safe, and riding all together in a big group is the safest way to do it. If you don't join, understand that it is popular because it actually is really fun, so just steer clear of driving on Sunday...take a bike or a walk and burn some calories!!
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COMMENT 304812
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 04:03 PM |
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Good friend of mine went to see this parade for first time ever. She said "NEVER AGAIN!" She thought the horses were all miserably treated, hated seeing foaming at mouth equines, and told us it was horrible to watch horses forced to perform tricks over and over in the heat. And this was on a not-hot summer day. My family and I refuse to watch horses being abused, and stopped going to see this parade back in the 70s.
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COMMENT 304811
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Nosey Big Nose |
2012-08-04 03:51 PM |
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As long as you're not a "brown noser" you'll be fine.
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COMMENT 304810
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Jose Naveja, 71, was shot and kille... |
2012-08-04 03:36 PM |
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If he suffered PTSD from the Vietnam War, and even required hospitalization periodically (understandable), how was he licensed for those guns? Something doesn't add up here. I hurt for his family, but he should not have been allowed to own any guns after what the Marines did to him. RIP
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COMMENT 304809
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 03:34 PM |
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Hattie!!! Oh, and congrats winner!
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COMMENT 304808P
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Fiesta Parade View |
2012-08-04 03:33 PM |
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I love the horse and spectators in front of Joe's. These are lovely shots.
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COMMENT 304807
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Los Dignitarios 2012 |
2012-08-04 03:32 PM |
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It is spelled correctly. The Board of Directors of Old Spanish Days take great pains to make all things perfect and wonderful for the citizens and guests of Santa Barbara during this traditional and fun week and though a glaring error was made earlier this year, their labor into this festivity is mammoth and and marked by selfless dedication and diligent attention to details. Fiesta is a wonderful time for all the people who care to enjoy!
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COMMENT 304806
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 03:31 PM |
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Mittens didn't like the onion side. Very cute thanks for the photos/video
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COMMENT 304805P
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 03:22 PM |
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This is a hard decision, and identical to the human decision (for those of us without health insurance). My left knee torn ACL had 2 surgeries decades ago to repair it. The "repair" was far different back then than the repair options are now. When I blew out my right knee ACL a few years ago and asked about having the same thing done, I was told that *if* I didn't do running, jumping, twisting sports, I could do without repairing it. "Your body will adapt." So, the decision is based on the age and activity of the dog, and your ability to pay. As others have said, you don't have to decide right away, but can see how the rehab goes before deciding.
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COMMENT 304804
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 03:22 PM |
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It did? I live there, well. must open windows more . .
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KDEF
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Fiesta Parade Count Winner 2012 |
2012-08-04 03:20 PM |
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How did the 477 compare to past years? It seemed there were more horses this year than last year.
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COMMENT 304802
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Fiesta Parade View |
2012-08-04 03:20 PM |
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Now THIS is the way to enjoy Fiesta!
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COMMENT 304801P
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 03:19 PM |
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If Romney has a clean record, then he should not have any problems releasing as many taxes as his father did. He won't because he has huge problems that were not mistakes and are being covered up. Capps' problem is out in the open, not covered up, and fixed. People make mistakes - one can judge character is they are open and fixed (Capps) or closed and not fixed (Romney). Oh and by the way, check the record of the Democrats versus the Republicans. The Republicans are always the bigger spenders, and leave the country in worse shape.
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COMMENT 304800
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 03:19 PM |
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TPLO done to both legs of my dog 2 years ago. Fantastic job, she is now running and playing like a champ. Dr. Eric Wright. He also did same for neighbors dog. He is still not walking as great. No post op infections for either dog.
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COMMENT 304799
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 03:16 PM |
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When I was very young we used to get a prime spot just below the tracks on State and had drinks and chairs and cousins. When I was in college, my friends and I would go to the Marina for the huge dance party, blocked off streets and parking lot and the office I worked in closed on Thursday afternoon. I'm older now and don't really want to eat the food, smell the smells and there are so many people, it's not fun. If I attended at all, it would be for the Children's Parade on Saturday and then home. But I don't do that, I look at all the photos on EdHat, share a few with friends back east and call it a success.
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COMMENT 304798
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 03:01 PM |
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What's up with all the passive-aggressiveness? Messing with car mirrors and leaving branches on doorsteps? Take a lesson from Billy and leave a note with your phone number or knock on the neighbor's door. Grow some huevos and get to know your neighbors.
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COMMENT 304797
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 03:00 PM |
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Don't blame Romney for not releasing more tax returns because there are far more critical issues for voters to consider. Romney has a clean record for ethics, honesty and results. He and the nation does not need side-issue exploitation which is all the Democrats have. Capps accountant told her to pay her additional taxes in 2006, but then she would have to admit to an illegal rental unit so she did not. Capps is guilty of an act of commission, while the the Democrats try to make an issue Romney's act of omission. That is all I need to know about these current games the Democrats are playing. Pick your battles where they should be fought, not where the other side wants to take you. The nation has gotten past political gotcha games. Grow up, Democrats. The nanny-state has not been good to you either.
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SBITIZEN
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 02:43 PM |
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Grew up in town still enjoy Fiesta don't partake in all the things I used to or on all the nights but still enjoy it and have started doing some events would never have gone to when I was in the HS to early 20s. The best part of Fiesta is always run into someone I haven't seen for a few years.
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COMMENT 304795
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Antibiotic-free Meats |
2012-08-04 02:38 PM |
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The ones above and possibly Country Meat Market, we special order the turkey from Thanksgiving there.
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COMMENT 304794
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 02:36 PM |
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My dog had a similar injury years ago. Had a leg wrap for many months. Had to limit her activity and carry her at times. It was stressfull, but she did have a quality of life after the rehab. She lived several more years, but then had the same injury on the other leg. There is hope. The surgery, meds, and limiting activity was the key. Best of luck to you and your pet.
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COMMENT 304793
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 02:35 PM |
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Dr. OTTO, Carp Vet Hospital.
He is the best vet for complicated things.
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COMMENT 304792
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 02:28 PM |
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Stopped being fun when using outside law enforcement agencies became a necessity. And it has become too commercial for my taste. The parade is still the best equestrian parade in the country though!
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COMMENT 304791
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 02:27 PM |
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta? That's quite some troll bait. You must be pleased with the results.
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COMMENT 304790
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 02:26 PM |
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virg Loves Mittens!!
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COMMENT 304789P
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 02:24 PM |
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I hope the cops go after those who are drunk riding this year. If they can get 50 bikers who are legally intoxicated figure thousands in fines for each it will help with the city budget. Win Win for everyone
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COMMENT 304788
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New Style of Graffiti |
2012-08-04 02:20 PM |
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@233P (or anyone) if/when you see this call the police dispatch (911 takes forever) with a description of the individual and the direction they were headed. The use of postal labels is 'slap tagging'. Theft for the purpose of vandalism and to further promote a gang is not the brightest of ideas.
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COMMENT 304787
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Lightning Strike |
2012-08-04 02:14 PM |
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Lots of thunder heard in Solvang.
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COMMENT 304786
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 02:12 PM |
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There is an inconsiderate homeowner living along Barker Pass Rd. with his untrimmed, wildly growing hedges jutting out into the bike lane/walkway, or shoulder, adjacent to the curb. There is no sidewalk and it's the only place pedestrians or bikers can safely use so they now have to walk outside of the white line on the road. Making it even more dangerous, or potentially deadly, is the fact that the property is on a dangerous curve where many speed while cutting close to the hedge.
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COMMENT 304785
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 02:11 PM |
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Thanks for your very moving story. I've heard many stories about "cat therapy", it obviously is a winner! Best wishes to you and Tiger Lily! About that "running" thing - best wishes on restarting your program now that you are well again. Don't get discouraged, do what works for you!
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COMMENT 304784
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 01:58 PM |
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Love it!!! Viva la!!!
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COMMENT 304782
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Gaelyn Chambers |
2012-08-04 01:48 PM |
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RIP Gaelyn! I'll always remember your strength and how you always made the best of it - the pink wig was my favorite.
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COMMENT 304781
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 01:40 PM |
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Classic!
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COMMENT 304780
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Antibiotic-free Meats |
2012-08-04 01:38 PM |
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I have been getting steaks at the Farmers market and they are incredible. Going to try some rabbit tonight.
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COMMENT 304779
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Here We Go |
2012-08-04 01:35 PM |
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Looking forward to it! How about the cruiser run on Sunday. How about walking around west beach and asking all the tourists where they are from and what they think of SB. How about jumping on one of the sailboats for wet wednesday.
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ROGER DODGER
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Roger Code Red |
2012-08-04 01:35 PM |
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Far as I know they did not get anything.
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ROGER DODGER
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Roger Code Red |
2012-08-04 01:33 PM |
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Last seen North on Garden police unable to locate.
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COMMENT 304776
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 01:31 PM |
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My dog broke a small bone in his leg, which was repaired by Dr. Wright at CARE, and has recovered 100%. My insurance, PetsBest, covered $2500 of the approximately $4K bill. I recommend Dr. Wright. He did a great job. I do also recommend insurance and like PetsBest. They paperwork was easy, on-line and they paid quickly with direct deposit into my bank account. They offer a $2500 per incident plan and a $7500 per incident plan. At the time I purchased it, I didn't think anything for a pet would cost much more than $2500!
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COMMENT 304775
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Hollister Class I Bikeway in Final ... |
2012-08-04 01:26 PM |
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094P and everyone else, please communicate with the Goleta City Council -- they need to hear from everyone how well (or not) this is going to work. You can get their email addresses by going to the www dot cityofgoleta dot org website, point your mouse to "I Want To ..." then click on "Contact the City Council"
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COMMENT 304774
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Nosey Big Nose |
2012-08-04 01:26 PM |
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Just look at your brother. If he has a huge honker, get it fixed! My bro has the biggest nostrils I have ever seen.
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COMMENT 304773
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 01:23 PM |
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Nobody is asking your permission 772. Consider yourself notified.
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COMMENT 304771
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 01:03 PM |
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I'm one of those "wrong plant, wrong place" people with a bougainvillea in my front, but I am diligent about pruning the offending branches, both on the sidewalk side and the street side. There are enough long branches on the rest to get the raspberry flowers to show, so it works. My pet peeve is the cars that park across the sidewalk. I also mess with the mirrors, shame on me!
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COMMENT 304770
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Olympic Miguel |
2012-08-04 01:00 PM |
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Did the photographer get a model release from Miguel? ;)
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FLICKA
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 12:57 PM |
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709, Horses aren't "in pain" after the parade due to how they are shod! Some (very few) with tough feet (usually mules) can go unshod. Some parade horses wear special shoes to keep from slipping, most are just wearing their regular horse shoes. Your statement makes absolutely no sense to me, a lifelong horsewoman who rides in the parade. 677, You claim it "stopped being just local"; never was, started to attract tourists in the summer (we were a winter resort). Bigger, yes, but put on by locals for locals and tourists.
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COMMENT 304768
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2012-08-04 12:45 PM |
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I loved being a flower girl in the late '50's, and the horse parade the next day was fabulous. Always love to see the horses and riders.
Went past the Mercado Del Norte and was astounded at the number of rides squished in to that space. No way interested is going anywhere near that! Too bad, it used to be a nice alternative to the frenzy of De La Guerra Plaza.
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COMMENT 304767
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 12:43 PM |
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Happy Birthday, Pooh, from Olympic swimming hopeful Miguelito!
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SBJULES
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 12:38 PM |
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I'm sorry, I didn't see that someone else had already posted the same thing.
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SMILODON
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 12:36 PM |
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My Samoyed husky had a torn ACL, and surgery, which was expensive. then a cast on his leg for six weeks or so. He could go for shortened walks successfully after a couple of weeks, with the cast, which he wore as a red badge of courage to his buddies. Eventually, when he got it off, he was frisky again, with no residuals problems.
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SBJULES
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 12:35 PM |
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re: the Obamas. They paid an income tax rate of 20.5% in 2011. As for the Romneys, we don't know, but in 2010 they paid 14.5%. even though had higher income than the Obamas. And now it seems the Romneys will fight to not release anymore tax returns.
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COMMENT 304763
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Meet Maddie |
2012-08-04 12:30 PM |
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So precious!
I wish I had the energy for a puppy. Good thing there's lots of older dogs (my speed) that need homes too.
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COMMENT 304762P
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Fiesta Food |
2012-08-04 12:25 PM |
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We went to the Guadalupe church yesterday to give the famous tamales a vote of confidence. The pork ones were a little dry, but the chicken tamales were outstanding! A very well-organized and fun event, both the food itself and the mercado with games.
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COMMENT 304761
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Pooh on You |
2012-08-04 12:22 PM |
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Inconsideration of others is the root of the issue. Apply this liberally.
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COMMENT 304760
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Romantic Setting |
2012-08-04 12:20 PM |
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Oso Flaco Lake has a fine board walk that goes out over the lake and across the dunes and wild flowers to a beach pavillion overlooking the roaring Pacific surf. Powerful spot. Haunting. Memorable.
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SMILODON
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 12:19 PM |
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The best part of Fiesta is the temporary odor of horse-pucky. any REAL horse people love the smell. But, alas, it is soon swept away by an overly sanitized society who are coated in germophobic gel. the largest equestrian parade in the country is great, but the money-grubbing mercados and the drunks make it tiresome. After twenty years of the same old same old, I can take it it leave it. Solstice, on the other hand is always fresh and festive. It is also BIGGER, commercially, than Fiesta.
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COMMENT 304758P
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 12:19 PM |
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Hurray for Nicole and Tiger Lily! My best for your "couch to 5K" Nicole. Long may you sleep with Tiger Lily and run your own race.
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COMMENT 304757
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 12:15 PM |
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The Maldanado family farm (not Abel Maldanado) tax dispute is working its way through the tax courts. Just the way the law allows. Just like the law that allows Capps to pay her undisputed back rental income taxes. However, Capps renting an illegal second unit in a single family neighborhood as an intentional zoning violation is still under investigation.
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COMMENT 304756
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Fiesta Flash Friday! |
2012-08-04 12:15 PM |
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Lovely photo essay, thank you!
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COMMENT 304755
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Olympic Miguel |
2012-08-04 12:11 PM |
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Toooo FUNNY! Miguelito is a fabulous feline. I laughed so hard that I cried at the pictures along with the narrative. Thanks for sharing!
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COMMENT 304754
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 12:11 PM |
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Thank you Billy. Pictures are worth a 1000 words. And friendly notes on the offenders door are worth waiting for city enforcement to ever show up. Good neighbor policy in action.
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COMMENT 304753
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 12:09 PM |
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Sometimes I break off a piece of a plant intruding into the sidewalk and leave it on the offender's driveway or walkway -- not enough of a clue for most of them however. Trash cans on the sidewalk should be moved to block the offending driveway. As for the cars blocking the sidewalk, best move is to mess with the passenger-side mirror so that it has to be realigned. This works for the heroes in parking lots too.
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COMMENT 304752P
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 12:08 PM |
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Am looking forward to going downtown tonight to see what the Fiesta scene seems like in person.
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COMMENT 304751
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 12:06 PM |
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I see Pooh is wearing her birthday Fascinator-- very styley. Happy Birthday, Pooh, you don't look a day over 20!
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COMMENT 304750
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Stuck Elevator |
2012-08-04 12:02 PM |
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Nice trick, fire trucks entering the Balboa building! Fiesta magic trick?
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CHICA
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Lobsters on More Mesa |
2012-08-04 12:01 PM |
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Thanks to those that explained this for I too saw the lobsters on a recent walk on Henry's Beach. Also noticed more tar there that wasn't a problem before. Thanks all for the information, and don't you just love Ed Hat!
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SHOREBIRD
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Nosey Big Nose |
2012-08-04 11:58 AM |
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If you want to know if you have a big nose ask a teenager.
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COMMENT 304747
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A Santa Barbara man was found guilt... |
2012-08-04 11:57 AM |
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Frightful to know this miscreant was out among the general population. Throw him in a hole and leave him there to rot.
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BONNER
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Lobsters on More Mesa |
2012-08-04 11:54 AM |
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If these were the result of molting, the carapace would be split along
the dorsal median line, as evident in this article: http://www.lobstermanspage.net/lobstrs/molt.html> The witness personally observed many of the tails un-split with full meat inside. He said he wouldn't have been so alarmed if these were just shells, but many were full of meat.
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COMMENT 304745
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Antibiotic-free Meats |
2012-08-04 11:51 AM |
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trader joes
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COMMENT 304744
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 11:50 AM |
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Hilarious images!- piggie 8 didn't give up the race - cheering fan rooting for piggie 5 and faces on the other 2 girls, priceless! Tnx for these!
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COMMENT 304743
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Nosey Big Nose |
2012-08-04 11:47 AM |
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It all depends on proportion, there is no absolute measure. It is always in relation to it's surroundings and different cultures find different proportional ratios attractive. So a large nose to one culture (Eskimo) is dinky tiny to a Middle Eastern one (Turkish). Love what you got 'coz even if you change it with rhinoplasty you'll find fault with it or something else.
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REDTOP
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 11:41 AM |
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Our taste for entertainment changes as we get older. Fiesta always makes us happy, but we participate in less as time goes on. Viva la Fiesta!
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JOJOFLYS
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Courthouse Fiesta Clock Tower |
2012-08-04 11:41 AM |
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The parking garage guitarist is Bruce Goldish. http://brucegoldish.com/index.htm
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COMMENT 304740
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 11:37 AM |
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Wow.... those piglets can sure cut loose and look to be having fun too. Were you shooting at a 1000th to freeze the motion?
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COMMENT 304739
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 11:35 AM |
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I'm from here, and this year I decided to go to the fiesta at the Mission (we haven't been in like 10 years)... wow, it has changed for the worse! I was planning to listen to the music and watch the dancers. Not a chance, there were a crazy amount of people in the Rose Gardens drinking and STANDING UP so we couldn't see or hear anything. It kinda sucks, that when we think to go to an event from childhood, it's not anything like I remember. PLUS who are these people... I don't recognize a single soul.
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COMMENT 304738
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 11:35 AM |
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What? No advance copies as a special to us Edhat fans?
Looking forward to your book, Billy!
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ANDY
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Oral Surgeon |
2012-08-04 11:34 AM |
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Westbury and Bienstock...
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COMMENT 304736
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Olympic Miguel |
2012-08-04 11:33 AM |
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Great thought to copy ASAP. Done!
They are such a great organization.
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COMMENT 304735
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Meet Maddie |
2012-08-04 11:32 AM |
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OMG!!! It took everything I had not to kiss my computer screen. And the picture of the two puppies? PHOTO OF THE DAY. Thanks for sharing. Maybe while we're watching Dan's kitties grow up, we could watch her too? Please post more. She's a real pick me up.
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COMMENT 304734
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 11:08 AM |
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If you don't want to enjoy the cruiser ride, and somehow think this should not be treated like the parade yesterday. Closing streets and causing you to wait an extra 10min. Just don't drive downtown. This ride is fun for everyone from kids to adults. I'm glad the tourists see the locals enjoying their own city.
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ANIMALLISTNER
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 11:08 AM |
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Fiesta is great, however as a native, i choose to avoid it, just NOT the same anymore, way too much crime, and crowds.
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COMMENT 304732
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 11:06 AM |
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Nicole, your article was truly a Godsend....my beautiful 40ish sister just went thru major surgery and is recovering and going thru much of what you describe. I sent the article to her and am very sure it is going to be a healing force in her recovery. Thank you for being such a dear and openly honest person and sharing your innermost thoughts and personal experiences!
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COMMENT 304731
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 11:04 AM |
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Oh boy. Another time when bikes take over and stop cross traffic as they ignore all traffic laws. Run red lights, ignore stop signs, do not make way for anyone else on the road. I wouldn't bet there are a lot of smiling faces on people with cars trying to get somewhere.
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DEEKER
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 10:57 AM |
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Made my day - great photos!
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COMMENT 304729
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 10:53 AM |
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565 again, I should add that the Friday afternoon broken bottle incident happened at DLG and State Street mid afternoon and with in 20 feet of the Police HQ RV How much more police enforcement can they do? Fiesta has changed and unless I have my guy with me, I will not attend.
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COMMENT 304728
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 10:49 AM |
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I am very sorry for you today, but remember, this is not an emergency. Take your time making a decision. Either way that dog is out of commission for 4-6 months. Elimination walks only, and always on leash. No jumping, running, pulling, anything. You will injure the site and make it worse. We had a TPLO on our 2 yr old golden,(VMSG Dr.Bruckner), when she injured the other side at 7 or so, we opted not to do surgery. They were both fine, she never even limped later. But ....recovery is the same with or with out surgery. Long, slow, and boring! Good Luck!
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COMMENT 304727
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 10:49 AM |
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Hopefully the bike riders will follow the laws of the road and not be running red lights and stop signs and will also let cars share the road with them. Sigh, talk about bad timing, there will still be lots of tourists in town too
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COMMENT 304726
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 10:48 AM |
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I remember when I was a kid, people would have wheelbarrows of ice with beer in it going up and down the sidewalk on state during the parade, drinking all the while. Even giving some to the horses and riders while they were parading.
I miss Proctor and Ward. Where are you when we need you most!
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COMMENT 304725P
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Antibiotic-free Meats |
2012-08-04 10:47 AM |
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Farmer's Market, Whole Foods, Lazy Acres... I'm sure there are more.
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EMI PHOTO
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Ventura County Fair |
2012-08-04 10:46 AM |
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that's hysterical! great photos.
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COMMENT 304723
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Published report alleges possible e... |
2012-08-04 10:46 AM |
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Similarly, it's disingenuous to pretend that $8k that's been paid to the IRS is the same as $4.2 million that hasn't.
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COMMENT 304722
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 10:45 AM |
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Loved it when I was younger and always took visitors, especially foreign folks like the staid & proper British educator who donned a cowboy hat and whooped it up after sharing a pitcher of margaritas. Things memories are made of.
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COMMENT 304721
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The Nevada Supreme Court has upheld... |
2012-08-04 10:45 AM |
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Abolish this gene pool.
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GREG
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 10:45 AM |
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For a 1935 MGM movie clip of our Fiesta with Judy Garland, her Gumm Sisters, Leo Carrillo, Gilbert Roland, Andy Devine and Buster Keaton, see Edhat's posting from previous years. Old and Newtimers can sit back and enjoy an easy, fun view of the event and also the singing of La Cucaracha.
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COMMENT 304719
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 10:45 AM |
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On my morning walk I usually carry garden clippers. It is easy to clip a few branches here and there so eventually the walkway restrictions are reduced. Sometimes a homeowner will challenge your right to prune their plants but clearly they are running risk of a lawsuit if there is an injury.
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Keep Your Garden Out of my Face |
2012-08-04 10:41 AM |
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one of my neighbor who is a landscape architecture has his whole sidewalk blocked with his lavish plants..and there is no sidewalk on the other side of the street !
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COMMENT 304717
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 10:37 AM |
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630: Get your facts straight. Romney only paid 13% and yes he should reveal his taxes. The Obamas paid 20.5% and their tax returns are publicly available. And nobody pays Social Security on income over $110.1k.
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COMMENT 304716
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 10:36 AM |
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This story has been spun by the Orwellian rightwing media as an "ethics violation". If discovering that a tax bill has been unpaid, and you pay voluntarily it without involvement by the IRS, that sounds more like "an example of ethics", not a "violation". People do make mistakes, and the evidence suggests that the Capps issue is an unintentional error which was corrected as soon as it was discovered. Mitt Romney, on the other hand, is concealing many of his tax returns. I wonder why?
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COMMENT 304715
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 10:36 AM |
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yeah, its Saturday and time for a Nicole story! thank you...
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COMMENT 304714
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 10:34 AM |
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Your cat story was so moving and so well written. I didn't want it to end. I really enjoy your writing.
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COMMENT 304713
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 10:32 AM |
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I check it out Wednesday and Thursday while it's manageable. Definitely avoid Friday and Saturday night. There's hundreds of police for a reason.
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COMMENT 304712
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 10:31 AM |
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Dr Dalo is the best vet I have found locally. He isn't afraid to refer you to a specialist either
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SBJULES
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Olympic Miguel |
2012-08-04 10:30 AM |
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cute pictures. We have a an orange kittie in our neighborhood who terrifies our cat.
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COMMENT 304710
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2012-08-04 10:29 AM |
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Depends what one means by "fun". People are different and do not always have to be put down and their mental state questioned for speaking their minds. I hate crowds, no matter where or what the occasion. I would skip the Olympics and shudder at the thought of my hometown, London, during the Jubilee mass hysteria. In my youth I turned doown front seat tickets to the Grand Prix in Monte Carlo for a picnic on the beach. Therefore the Fiesta for me is just a confusing noisy smelly crush leaving a sad trail of trash. But for those who get pleasure in this environment, I say " good on you ", enjoy but don't bug me if I say I am happy taking to the hills behind Santa Inez for my pleasure.
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COMMENT 304709
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2012-08-04 10:28 AM |
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I watched the parade, but only because I was downtown working, and taking a break for lunch. The atmosphere on the street had an "aggressive" edge, and - for me - was neither relaxing nor fun. Judging by the crowds, people appeared to be having a good time, do doubt largely fueled by alcohol. For me, the best part about the Fiesta parade is the horses - but not for the horses. Apparently some horses that take part have not been shod properly for lengthy pavement walks - presumably to cut costs - and by the time its all over, they are in pain.
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COMMENT 304708P
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2012-08-04 10:27 AM |
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I grew up here, too. The family was involved with Fiesta since the earlier days and it was still a big thing for us in the 1950s. I agree with a couple of the other posters who said that the crowds are too big and they avoid crowds. I do, too. I have no problem with others enjoying Fiesta, however.
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COMMENT 304707
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2012-08-04 10:26 AM |
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Oh 629, how true are your words. I, too, am over 65 and my husband and I LOVE going to the Fiesta celebrations. The parade is always wonderful with riders and celebrants shouting hardy "Viva la Fiesta" at one another. Children in their darling outfits and all the nationalities mixing to enjoy the heritage of this city and California. It's wonderful to see all the surrounding cities and towns participating together. Gangs, never see them but know they are there, if you don't like them, it's your neighborhood, do something about it! Time to enjoy life every single day and look at the good things it brings instead of the negative...get over it!!!!
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COMMENT 304706P
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Courthouse Fiesta Clock Tower |
2012-08-04 10:25 AM |
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The commentary along with the picture are sufficient to have me to leave my comfort zone and discover the courthouse Fiesta sight and sounds. Thank you.
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Courthouse Fiesta Clock Tower |
2012-08-04 10:24 AM |
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COMMENT 304704
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Olympic Miguel |
2012-08-04 10:24 AM |
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Backstroke or breaststroke, he still looks like a promising contender!
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COMMENT 304703
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Published report alleges possible e... |
2012-08-04 10:23 AM |
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You're right, I can't think of anyone who outright defends it. But plenty of folks like to pretend like the spending excesses of 2001-2008 didn't exist, so it helps to remind people. I personally don't belong to any political party, I just feel that it's disingenuous to imply that one party is "right" and one party is "wrong" when both are guilty of many of the same things.
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COMMENT 304702
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 10:22 AM |
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My last words before bed, "I'm tired. Where's my cat?"
Glad you two saved each other.
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Meet Maddie |
2012-08-04 10:20 AM |
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Super cute! You lucky person you!
She can turn any heart into butter.
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 10:10 AM |
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Yea I got one of those too Cats are the best..
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COMMENT 304699
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2012-08-04 10:08 AM |
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OP here. #1, I'm 22, I've never liked Fiesta and most of the people my age group I ask feel the same way. Yes, people drink but it doesn't appear that too many college students these days need an excuse to drink anyways. I have much of the same reservations about fiesta, traffic, tourists (so many tourists) and the drunk idiots that parade downtown like they own the place. #2, DillyDally, I asked this question at around 11:30 yesterday morning and it took 9 hours to show up.
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COMMENT 304698
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 10:07 AM |
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My dog tore her CCl in 2002. We took her to CARE and they recommended TPLO (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy) which was a major surgery and cost > $3K. After a few weeks of recovery, the wound scar became angry looking and some of the "dissolving" stitches started to poke through. We took her back in and it turned out that she had a bone infection and all the expensive titanium screws had to come out, for a cost of over $900. We were told that the canine surgical procedure was "not sterile" so this was not unprecedented. We were not happy, to say the least. Good luck with your dog.
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COMMENT 304697
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Resurrect the Big Dog Parade |
2012-08-04 10:04 AM |
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This parade will be resurrected.....it will take a "village" to come together and approach the city for permits...have fundraisers, advertising.....or perhaps we should go rebel and have one word of mouth....every year it will get bigger & bigger~ hence Summer Solstice parade......
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Turtle Rescue |
2012-08-04 10:02 AM |
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forgot to paste also: http://www.tooslo.org/Home.html
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COMMENT 304694
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2012-08-04 10:01 AM |
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Fiesta was fun in the earlier days (1956, etc.). The population has grown to crowds that are impossible as far as my family is concerned and the glitz of El Mercado Del Norte and other events detracts from the early traditions. We feel fortunate to have enjoyed Fiesta many years ago and are able to leave town to avoid it now.
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COMMENT 304693
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Published report alleges possible e... |
2012-08-04 10:00 AM |
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Can't think of a single person who defends the prior Republican spending frenzies, Sy. You need to start thinking post-partisan and get with the program instead of perpetuating tiresome divisiveness. Sigh.
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Turtle Rescue |
2012-08-04 10:00 AM |
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in SLO there are several turtle rescue operations. Too SLO Turtles is one. these turtles would go to people who know, understand and appreciate turtles!
Adoption & Captive Care - Bob Thomas; thomas-turtles@juno.com; 805/481-5222
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COMMENT 304691
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Jose Naveja, 71, was shot and kille... |
2012-08-04 09:59 AM |
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There is no question that they didn't need to kill him but most cops are trigger happy and can't resist the temptation to use deadly force even when it isn't necessary.
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COMMENT 304690
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After School Activities |
2012-08-04 09:57 AM |
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The Library has a great, newly expanded youth section with activities. Be sure to set rules/values and consequences for their conduct during their free time, because today kids alone are much more adventuresome, have more temptations and risky choices than in times past. Self-esteem often hovers on the edge of selfishness. Not sure it can be intentionally cultivated; more a result of inadvertent actions than calculated scenarios. 4-H is still alive and well locally. Honest values and honest skills taught in 4-H. Religious institutions have youth programs and should not be overlooked, regardless of denomination.
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COMMENT 304689
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2012-08-04 09:53 AM |
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Fiesta was fun for us when first moving here in 1956. Yes, it was different then -- less people, less glitz (Fiesta Del Norte). As the population of Santa Barbara grew so did my dislike of such events. Others may not mind huge crowds and transportation problems, but I will always avoid these no mater where I am. Luckily we were able to leave town the week of Fiesta.
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COMMENT 304688
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Lake Casitas |
2012-08-04 09:51 AM |
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They were hunting for Ted Nugent.
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COMMENT 304687
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Lobsters on More Mesa |
2012-08-04 09:49 AM |
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I believe they intentionally beached themselves to protest the illegal placement of the artificial reefs at Hendry's.
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COMMENT 304686P
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2012-08-04 09:48 AM |
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I love the food and the horse parade, enjoy and the big happy, convivial rubbing of elbows rainbow crowds of a "rainbow" of people, talking with strangers more than I usually would over the little tables at the de la Guerra plaza. Not out at night so I am not there when the music is turned way up and evidently the drunks come out. Yesterday the gorgeous senoritas throwing confetti from the State Street balconies were such a wonderful throw-back. I think the implied homage to those who were here first in California is an important tradition and reminder, because the Hispanic living area of SB is dwindling away because of prices, and becoming the "poor" part of town. Here's an idea for Fiesta: Milpas Street, I believe, should be cultivated to become a prominent, publicized, second area of town for Fiesta, for tourists to know about, find attractive and interesting and distinctive enough to stroll along, instead of just driving into the area of well-publicized (totally fabulous) La Superica but then driving away. We're letting the Milpas Street area disintegrate instead of enhancing its tourist attractiveness. We need architectural integrity. We ought not, for instance, do things like undermine Milpas's unique little dollar-priced bodegas by putting a Dollar Store on State Steet. We need to completely put a stop to the fast passing- through traffic.
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COMMENT 304685
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 09:46 AM |
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We just went through this with one of our dogs. The ACL (in dogs its called the cranial cruciate ligament) is the main cable in the knee that basically holds the upper and lower leg together. If it is indeed torn badly enough it will never heal and will cause great pain and irreversible arthritis. I would not waste time in meeting with potential surgeons to determine the severity of the tear and to pursue treatment. We highly recommend Dr. Eric Wright of CARE. As the other posters have said, it is extremely important to keep your dog confined and manage your pooches pain right now.
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COMMENT 304684
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 09:45 AM |
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Happy Birthday old girl. You are still a beauty in your senior years! My boy is 15 this year and I only wish I could have him for 15 more.
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COMMENT 304683
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The Cat Who Loved Me |
2012-08-04 09:42 AM |
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No question about it--Cats are best!
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COMMENT 304682
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2012-08-04 09:42 AM |
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I've only been living here for about 5 years, so maybe the novelty will wear off in the future, but for now I still love it! We went to Noche de Ronda last night, and the dancing and music were wonderful. I think because of the bit of rain we had earlier in the evening, there were less crowds, and we found a great spot. Lots of kids playing and running on the upper level while the 'grown ups' watched. I heard a beautifully haunting song accompanying a dance toward the end of the show...it was announced as 'Ayer y Ahora'. The singer sounded like Joan Baez. Sure enough, when I looked it up at home, it was she, singing 'La Llorana'. I'm definitely going to learn that song. Can't get it out of my head. El Mercado del Norte is a lot of fun. My 11 y/o and I worked a booth yesterday for the organization that he belongs to. The kids were great and we had a great view of the stage. Anyway, there's my 2 centavos! Viva La Fiesta!
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SBJULES
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 09:36 AM |
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Has Maldonato paid hid tax leins?
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 09:36 AM |
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We had a lovely white German Shepherd who injured her acl on her rear leg just rolling over playing. I don't remember the options, but she lived many years w/o surgery, although walked with some slight stiffness as I recall.
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COMMENT 304679
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 09:35 AM |
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GREED!
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Fiesta Parade |
2012-08-04 09:34 AM |
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all in good time...
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COMMENT 304677
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2012-08-04 09:32 AM |
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I too was born here and avoid it. Stopped going when it stopped being a local community event.
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Gaelyn Chambers |
2012-08-04 09:30 AM |
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So sad. Gaelyn did make a good fight of it. She was a dear person.
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 09:30 AM |
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Happy birthday Pooh! Heating pads are great for "ederly" kitties.
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COMMENT 304674
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 09:29 AM |
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I have had the pleasure of joining this awesome ride 10 times. Sadly, I will not be able to make it this year as work trumps play $. Used to be much more fun....city does not like it as it is not a organized ride ...hence, we do not have to pay city taxes or event funds....hence, police try to hand out tickets. Always jumped off the pier at end of ride every year....now, riders seem to start dispersing before they reach the pier? Harmless fun.....if you have a bike and time~ I suggest you go have some!
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COMMENT 304673
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 09:29 AM |
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304517 - Absolutely NOT cloud seeding. Simply the result of the monsoonal flow which is very common this time of year. That it happens on Fiesta weekend is coincidental. In my 17 years here this is the first time I can recall it raining during Fiesta.
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SBJULES
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 09:24 AM |
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It was predicted & today the weather channel says Expect occasional rain to end Saturday at 11a.m.
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COMMENT 304671
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2012-08-04 09:22 AM |
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Good or not, IT IS SIMPLY TOO LONG.
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COMMENT 304670
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2012-08-04 09:22 AM |
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I agree with REXOFSB. I was born here and avoid it now.
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COMMENT 304669
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2012-08-04 09:21 AM |
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636...right on!!!
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COMMENT 304668
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 09:18 AM |
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Can't wait for the ride. It's the best part of the weekend. It is nice to see so many smiling faces along the way.
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COMMENT 304667
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2012-08-04 09:17 AM |
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651 645 here, we were not scowling at anyone. Mom and I were talking about the show and walking to the car and it was dark. I would not have even noticed the guys at the church if they had not started up. You need to think about your own attitude and prejudges. You really think a bunch of under 20's threatening two older ladies walking up the street is okay or justified? We were certainly not the cause of their actions, why would you blame us? Clearly if I was on an anti gangbanger rant, I would have never found myself walking from a mercado between two groups with issues with each other. To me it was a bunch of people enjoying the parade and the food. To the gang units, they knew who they were watching and that's how they stopped it so fast. Those bottles appeared out of nowhere before they were broken and we could have been hurt in their quest to get each other. We were just in their way along with 100's of people and children.
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COMMENT 304666
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Meet Mittens |
2012-08-04 09:15 AM |
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Adorable!
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SBJULES
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Fiesta Parade View |
2012-08-04 09:14 AM |
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Thanks for the pictures!!
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SBJULES
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Meet Maddie |
2012-08-04 09:11 AM |
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Viva the mixture! Very cute
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COMMENT 304663
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 09:11 AM |
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Third shower here in Goleta this morning. Each just a few minutes long, unless this one breaks the record.
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COMMENT 304662
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Meet Maddie |
2012-08-04 09:08 AM |
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An amazing and beautiful dog! May you have a long and happy life together.....................
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COMMENT 304661
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Gaelyn Chambers |
2012-08-04 09:07 AM |
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Gaelyn fought a hard fight. She will be sorely missed.
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COMMENT 304660P
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2012-08-04 09:02 AM |
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The horse poop smell from the parade hangs over downtown for the whole weekend.
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COMMENT 304659
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2012-08-04 09:00 AM |
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Maldanado is putting out facts that blow Capps current cover story. Why was Capps renting an illegal second unit in the first place. If shown to be the case, that would be a two-fur: intentionally renting illegally; and intentionally covering her tracks not reporting the illegal income. Should one also investigate if Capps is paying her gardeners properly too?
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COMMENT 304658
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Spelling and Grammar |
2012-08-04 08:58 AM |
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Don't pick on the legal profession. For those of you that do not know, the prayer of a complaint initiating a lawsuit comes from the old English common law. One prayed to a higher authority (the judge or judges) for some kind of relief, usually monetary. So a typical complaint ended with the prayer "WHEREFORE Plaintiff prays for damages----" I employed a secretary once who, in typing a complaint for personal injuries sustained in an auto accident, typed the following: "WHEREFORE Plaintiff preys for damages-----" The scope of this typographical error is fodder for an attack on lawyers and the entire legal system. My biggest complaint is the inability of many to understand when to use an adverb (usually ending in "ly") typically sports announcers and college professors e.g. "He ran erratic" etc.
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COMMENT 304657P
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 08:53 AM |
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I was in the walk in fridge at Bonanza Sirloin Pit working to stock the salad bar when the earthquake hit- I remember buckets of cherry tomatoes sloshing around! There were crickets everywhere (not just in the restaurant) a week or more before the quake...
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COMMENT 304656
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2012-08-04 08:52 AM |
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We had fun at the parade and downtown last night. Parking the bikes was a breeze! Lots of locals around as well.
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COMMENT 304655
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 08:50 AM |
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Suggested this last year: Have the fun-filled ride beginning at midnight. (Or maybe the "fun" is the disruption.)
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TWOBITS
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 08:47 AM |
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636- AMEN!
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FLICKA
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Do Edhatters actually enjoy fiesta?... |
2012-08-04 08:36 AM |
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I think Fiesta has always been about getting drunk, for alot of people. The ban on drinking on the streets has tamed things, especially during the parade. Also, parade participants have been refused entries if they had a history of being drunk while riding; one notable local (shall remain un-named) was not only usually drunk but really gross in his shouted comments to the crowd, Finally reinstated after a couple years with a promise to behave.
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COMMENT 304652P
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2012-08-04 08:32 AM |
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I love Fiesta. It's always near my birthday, so it's great to have the whole town celebrating with me. It seems like a really unique and local celebration when people take time off of work and celebrate Santa Barbara's heritage and enjoying friends. I will always love it.
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COMMENT 304651
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2012-08-04 08:31 AM |
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645: Sounds like you have had either really bad luck or currently have a "get tough on young Mexican males" agenda. With a gang unit, extra staffing, and an endless supply of geezers with cells phones, I bet you can go out tonight with your mom and whoop it up all you want and get home safely to watch Lawrence Welk. I won't let those mean hoodlums hurt you. Oh, and you'd be surprised how nice your fellow human beings are if you would stop scowling at them.
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SPARKEY
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 08:29 AM |
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My pit mix tore her ACL when she was 8 and I opted out of surgery. She was very active and managed her injury as she saw fit. In less than one year she was completely back to normal. I would not go for surgery mostly due to the recovery. Keeping a dog who is used to 1 mile + runs every day sedate for two months or more is torture.
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COMMENT 304649
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2012-08-04 08:28 AM |
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I grew up here and I think Fiesta is entirely too long and out of hand these days.
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COMMENT 304648
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2012-08-04 08:23 AM |
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Too rough and commercialized for us...it's become a low-rent event - and that doesn't mean inexpensive, just trashy. We enjoy the parade and concert, but the downtown turns even creepier than usual during Fiesta these days. Found cascarones filled with Mylar plastic chips - that's really irresponsible when the storm drains run to the ocean. Appreciate all the police presence in response to such a rowdy crowd, and regret that it's become necessary because the drunks and crazies come out to parteeee.
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ROGER DODGER
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2012-08-04 08:22 AM |
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That's whats wrong with this country today too many Dog Damn judges that don't let people do what they want to do. You can't leave an opinion on Edhat without being verbally reamed by other people that want you to live your life "Their Way" and if you don't you get called names..I guess it's easier to enjoy yourself when your rich enough to afford it...
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COMMENT 304646P
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2012-08-04 08:19 AM |
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I don't hate Fiesta nor do I have any gang-related fear about the event (almost all gang violence is directed toward gang members) but I usually sit it out unless I have company in town. Getting around town and parking can be tedious.
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COMMENT 304645
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2012-08-04 08:15 AM |
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I am 50, grew up in this town and have been in the parades, worked the food stands etc. This year, I am not sure I will venture in to SB for any of it. I would love to go to the courthouse tonight, but the last time I took my elderly mom, gang bangers parked at Our Lady of Sorrows were busy calling things to us, doing hand gestures etc. Big men bullying an almost 90 year old woman. Made me realize just how unsafe fiesta becomes. Walking from the downtown mercado the next year after the parade, with my kids a fight broke out between a group directly in front of me with a group that came up from behind. Bottles were broken and we were the in the center between both groups. Thankfully the cops were there fast and we were not hurt. I do not feel safe anymore
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COMMENT 304644
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2012-08-04 08:10 AM |
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I knew Gaelyn from the Ski Club, and took her class one year. Yes, she was a wonderful person. I will remember her fondly.
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COMMENT 304643
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 08:08 AM |
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So let me get this right! It's Sunday after Fiesta. Santa Barbara is winding down from all the festivities and some people are worried about bikes going up State St. to Goleta beach and having FUN!! Goodness!! It's once a year and a little rebellion is a good thing once in awhile. Have a great ride!!!!
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2012-08-04 08:05 AM |
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I haven't been downtown for fiesta for years, so was surprised that last night's venture onto lower State was totally fun! Great people watching (including watching the cops making arrests), street dancing (there was a talented group of salsa dancers moving slowly up the street, and giving free dance lessons). The mix of families, teens and drunks made for a colorful flow! And the food & music at DLG made plenty of people happy!
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REXOFSB
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2012-08-04 08:01 AM |
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@617P: The gloomy lament to which you refer actually has basis in fact. Fiesta today is far different than it was not all THAT long ago. I realize that times change and so do traditions, but Fiesta has become a veritable cash cow for the city and local merchants, who place making $$$ higher on the list than giving Fiestarinos actual bang for their buck. The tourists, of course, love it. But those of us who have been here any time at all are sad at how Fiesta has morphed. Add visiting street gang thugs from Ventura and L.A. Counties to the mix and you have the perfect reason to stay away. Don't get me wrong--Fiesta has ALWAYS been a cash cow. Even back in the day I was disgusted that the Italian-Greek Market at State & Ortega almost doubled its price for beer and other items during Fiesta. And they weren't alone. Prices were jacked sky-high throughout the city. But hey, as Proctor & Ward said in their infamous Fiesta Parade coverage years ago, "The Spirit of Fiesta is 'bring money.' " And Fiesta WAS started in 1924 as a money-maker for the city, after all. But that was before El Mercado food vendors started mass-producing tacos and the like using seasonings from packets, rather than taking the time to do it right. And before out-of-town vendors invaded both Mercados, particularly Del Norte, with shoddily made t-shirts, toys and other tchotchkes that have little or nothing at all to do with Fiesta. Our nice little home-style celebration soon became a schlockfest. The turning point was some time in the 1970s. The local festivity gradually became commercialized and cheapened, and it was coincident with that that the floodgates opened for the out-of-area gangbangers to come here and stir things up. True, even at Fiesta time Santa Barbara isn't exactly a hotbed of gang activity, but it's enough that there IS a problem. Of course, Fiesta isn't all bad. You can still buy tamales at Our Lady of Sorrows, and you can hang around MacKenzie Park talking to acquaintances you haven't seen since last Fiesta. The crowds at La Pequena and Noches de Ronda have gotten huge. Meaning, of course, that Fiesta is obviously working. I realize that it's par for the course that geezers are going to carp and whine about how much better things used to be, but in the case of Fiesta, it's really true. There's an edginess about it now that just didn't used to be there. The tourists have seized control of the tour bus. I, too, miss the "running of the bulls" at the start of the Parade. I'm amazed that no spectators were ever killed or seriously injured. But that was in the day when you could get killed or maimed and you didn't go around afterward suing everybody. @605P: If the "Skip" you're referring to is the same person I know it is, I lived next-door to him for nearly a year, and trust me, he was a lover, not a fighter. In fact, that's pretty much all he talked about, when he wasn't loudly charging into his driveway at 2:30 in the morning in his huge red truck, knocking over garbage cans and making a general racket. The difference between Fiesta and Summer Solstice is that Solstice never pretended to be anything it isn't.
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COMMENT 304640
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 07:58 AM |
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How does a Congresswomen not know she needed to pay taxes on income??? Aren't these the smartest people on the planet? Vote them all out. It's the only way to change the system...
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ARCHIE
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 07:53 AM |
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another brief shower on the mesa- plants happy.
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COMMENT 304638
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2012-08-04 07:53 AM |
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I always enjoy the confetti crusted tourists. Historical parades tend to be(come) boring, as they repeat themselves. So the first-time is the best experience. Any party tends to be better than no party. So Viva onward!
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COMMENT 304637
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2012-08-04 07:46 AM |
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Nope. Avoid it like the plague.
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COMMENT 304636
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2012-08-04 07:44 AM |
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Like everything else in life you get out of it what you put into it. If your a negative person you will have a negative time. I love Fiesta and the people are great.
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COMMENT 304635
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 07:41 AM |
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adorable! Your collie looks so well behaved!
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COMMENT 304634
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 07:31 AM |
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Awful, awful, awful experience at Ventura VMSG. Never, Never NEVER. Awful. The dog is now dead. For this acl Dr. Wright is known all over for this. My (other) dog healed an acl injury without surgery as others have noted.
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FLICKA
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Fiesta Flash Friday! |
2012-08-04 07:30 AM |
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Love seeing the festivities from your perspective!! Thanks!
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FLICKA
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 07:25 AM |
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Good loving care and good luck have kept her going!!443, some dogs live to be over 20, small breeds. I've known a couple Jack Russels in their 20s.
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ROGER DODGER
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Scanner Reports 8-3-12 |
2012-08-04 07:23 AM |
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Belinda got the boot. It's funny now looking back because ever since the Homeowners assocation booted her out mostly because of her lifestyle I think. Karma has come down on that place like a thundering avalanche.. Belinda would like a band with her name in it I think. Everytime I think of Ballistic Belinda I think of a drink.. @337 I had a cat named" Angel Baby "once that was alot like Belinda kinda like the Tasmanin Devil. I was with a beautiful nymphomaniac and the cat attacked, I won't say where. People that know me, know the story. It was horrible it's funny how cats can make a toy out of just about anything.
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COMMENT 304630
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Lois Capps says she paid taxes afte... |
2012-08-04 07:21 AM |
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Now, if we could only get other folks like, say, Barack and Michelle Obama to also pay their fair share of taxes, we'd be able to balance the budget. My family members paid 35%. The Obamas paid 13%. They paid virtually no Social Security tax. Not a very good example to set for the rest of us.
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COMMENT 304629
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2012-08-04 07:20 AM |
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All you bah-humbugs. . . . get an attitude lift! You got too OLD too soon. I too was born here and remember how it usta was. So what! Fiesta has changed, but so have we. Enjoy what you can, and the Parade is still the Parade. But please don't run down Fiesta. It may have grown, but it is not all gangs. Your vision is warped. Noches de Ronda is free, it's a good show, and you can just go enjoy it. Go people watching. Collect pics of cute kids all dressed up. Count horses. Dress up funny and get your pic taken with appreciative tourists. Participate in your town! And kwit yer kavetching already. SOME of us still enjoy it. Proudly over 60 Fiestas old and NOT complaining.
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COMMENT 304628P
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 07:19 AM |
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We had long discussions with our vet in Carpinteria over the options of local Santa Barbara vets and going out of town. It came down to us asking him who he would take his dog to see for this type of surgery. He recommended Dr. Bruecker at Ventura Medical & Surgical Group in Ventura. Our rescue dog was 12 at the time but in good health otherwise. Dr. Bruecker did the surgery and she was almost as good as new following the long recovery. Today she is 14 and is a happy dog who thinks she is a puppy. We are so glad we spent the money and thankful for the years it has added to her life. You can read about his credentials at http://bit.ly/OAgvxY
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COMMENT 304627
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 07:19 AM |
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here we go again. will the police do their jobs and enforce traffic laws this year? doubtful.
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COMMENT 304626
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 07:18 AM |
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Yes, Dr Dalo or VMSG are excellent. Costly anywhere you go but they will take good care of your pet like they did for our lab. My boss' dog had 2 knee surgeries--left knee at VMSG and right knee at La Concepcion. She and both her knees did great. Hope your dog heals.
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FLICKA
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Fiesta Parade |
2012-08-04 07:17 AM |
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Stopped from starting due to the car near RR tracks.
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COMMENT 304624
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 07:15 AM |
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Keep your dog leashed to limit activity on outings. Pick it up to enter car. NO jumping or playing. Our dog healed slowly, but he runs and plays now. If the dog cannot use the leg at all and continues to limp after a few weeks, surgery is the way. As long as the dog can walk normally, I would not recommend surgery. This is stressful for dog and owner alike.
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COMMENT 304623P
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Lake Casitas |
2012-08-04 07:13 AM |
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520 Amazingly ignorant viewpoint there!
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FLICKA
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2012-08-04 07:13 AM |
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I've been in the "60+ crowd" for a decade and love Fiesta. The 1st parade I was in was the 1st after the WWII, 1946. I was one of Jose Manero's dancers from 1947-1953, then got a horse and have ridden ever since. My family doesn't need to come home for the winter holidays, just Fiesta when we have a big party and all go in the parade (most ride in a wagon), the rest on horses. We go to the downtown Mercado, the Mission, etc. Gangs aren't new, in the 1950s and 60s motorcycle gangs would come from L.A., Mom said in the 30s she was downtown when gangs were throwing beer bottles, broken glass all around. My husband can't stand it!
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COMMENT 304621
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Lobsters on More Mesa |
2012-08-04 07:07 AM |
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We can save them. Quick! Boil some water!
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ROGER DODGER
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 07:06 AM |
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@95P A close friend of mine had died just before that Earthquake and I hadn't found out about it till a few days later. I remember that earthquake because somehow I twisted my knee during the darn thing and couldn't walk for days afterward.
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22 years young |
2012-08-04 07:02 AM |
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I love that Edhat honors our furry family members!
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ROGER DODGER
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2012-08-04 07:01 AM |
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I used to... But no matter what they say about no gangs or violence you know it's there. I'm too old for those games. I was at the .99 Cent store on FRYday just before the parade. I saw some horseys go by got a good feeling but then as I was leaving people started crowding in and I got the HELL outta dodge. I used to like going to McKenzie Park that was nice, alot of family. The past couple years I wanted to go to the church over here on Nopal and there were so many cops I thought they moved the police department. Times have changed.
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COMMENT 304616
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2012-08-04 06:40 AM |
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I'm stayin away
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2012-08-04 06:39 AM |
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Usually go down and walk around one evening, just to get a feel of the atmosphere, and to often take photographs of activity behind the scenes as source material for future paintings. Use to take my children to the parades when they were young.
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 06:37 AM |
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It was sunny and warm on that August day. But it had been still all day - few birds, my dog was acting skitchy and hiding (very unusual). Yesterdays rain was definitely not EQ weather.
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COMMENT 304613
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2012-08-04 06:36 AM |
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No. REXOFSB says it well. Over 40 years ago we were going each year but now the whole thing is barely recognisable. My favourite memory is the year the herd of steer lead the parade. They were on the beach before the parade and looked maginficent. How they managed to control them for the length of the parade was a miracle. Now the city with it's bumped up law enforcement can't even figure out how to get a parked car towed away!
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COMMENT 304612
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Cruisin' But Not For a Bruisin |
2012-08-04 06:19 AM |
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Sounds awesome.
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COMMENT 304611P
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 06:19 AM |
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My dog had the same thing. Dr. Eric Wright at CARE advised me to keep her activity lower and to see whether it would heal on its own. It did, thank God. She had to have 2 other surgeries (elbow and hip) and now she's raring to go with a full life ahead of her. 100% thanks to Dr. Wright.
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COMMENT 304610P
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2012-08-04 06:16 AM |
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Avoid it like the plague though appreciate that so many tourists come to town to see it! I've been here since '67 and it hasn't gotten better.
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COMMENT 304609
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2012-08-04 06:15 AM |
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I thought she found the 5 years of cash .......
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2012-08-04 06:14 AM |
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I avoid it completely.
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COMMENT 304607P
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 06:14 AM |
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We used VMSG in Ventura. (We probably would have used Dr. Wright from CARE, but he wasn't practicing here at the time.) Depending on the age, weight, and level of activity of your dog, there are various types of reconstructive surgery. The options were explained to us, and we used what is called the "tightrope" surgery.
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COMMENT 304606
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Published report alleges possible e... |
2012-08-04 06:06 AM |
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Forbes numbers are bogus - Dems have not had a budget in 2 years -
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COMMENT 304605P
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2012-08-04 03:05 AM |
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It certainly does depend on the age of the participant! I guess and hope the flower girls enjoy it as much as I did. I was 11 or 12 and wouldn't be caught dead on foot or in a dress; I had to be on a horse. But because I was so young, that's the only part I knew. I didn't even go to the (only) mercado. Someone told me "it's all horses; Fiesta has to add some music, bands & dancers." This friend is multi-generation local and has been in the parade. But I like it because it's all horses. No accounting for taste. What year did it turn for you, Rex? You burned out on being a spectator? I didn't watch yesterday. I gotta agree -- I think the old characters from decades past would not hurt anyone, unless they punched their buddy or picked a fight which any decent friend would stop -- sure wouldn't have been people hunting people crimes like these days.
(I dunno, Skip hit on my mom over American Indian jewelry. The necklace allowed him to stroker her breasts a bit. LOL. Did he fight?!)
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JOHN WILEY
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Rain Rain Go Away |
2012-08-04 02:17 AM |
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Stopped at OSH just before dinner for an item, and when we walked out there was that unique smell of Summer rain. The ground was wet, but it had already dwindled to a few drops. Some really interesting clouds too. SoCA Summer. :)
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JOHN WILEY
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2012-08-04 02:09 AM |
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I like the parade. Lots of interesting people in the parade and on the street. Some really amazing horses and riders. Old timey fun.
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COMMENT 304602P
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2012-08-04 01:42 AM |
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I agree with REXOFSB. I am not a native, but have lived here for years. It used to be fun. Now, I avoid it.
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COMMENT 304601P
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 01:37 AM |
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Dr. Dalo definitely! He is kind and caring and will arrange for payment options if necessary. He is a terrific surgeon. Have no idea what the cost would be. You cannot get insurance now to cover this. It is the same as health insurance for humans. This would be a previously existing condition. Yes, it is expensive. Any surgery is expensive. Until you can figure all of this out, do keep your dog on pain meds and restrict his/her activity. Dr. Dalo is at La Conception Animal Hospital.
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ANIMALLISTNER
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Torn ACL |
2012-08-04 12:59 AM |
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Locally, Dr. Eric Wright of CARE Animal Hospital. Good luck with your pooch!
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REXOFSB
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2012-08-04 12:55 AM |
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Actually--no. As a native Santa Barbaran, I've been through Fiestas since the 1950s. Things used to be different. There were shows at the County Bowl and Lobero that had a distinct Fiesta theme--"Rio Rita" at the Bowl and the Jose Manero Dancers and Zarita Felix at the Lobero, for instance. If you worked downtown you'd get dressed up in Fiesta drag and you'd buy an Old Spanish Days badge for a buck. Your employer probably insisted on it. There were no stabbings, shootings or gang activity. There was street dancing on East Carrillo Street and everyone had a good time. To be sure, there was the same amount of public drunkenness and stupidity that there is today, but it wasn't all that big a deal back then. You got drunk, you threw up, you went home. Today, if you get drunk and don't get assaulted or mugged in the process, you go to jail. Fiesta stopped being fun at about the same time that that stupid, awful song "La Bamba" became the unofficial song of Fiesta, some time in the early 1970s. "La Bamba" was everywhere, from La Pequena at the Mission to the galumphing dancers on the wooden stage at El Mercado. I'm sure it was just a coincidence. But that's when the taco vendors at El Mercado started using packaged Taco Bell seasoning in their tacos, and people stopped dressing up, and the gangs started moving in from Oxnard. And it's only gotten worse since then. Fiesta? No thanks. I do everything I can to avoid it these days, It did used to be fun, though.
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