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changed username to Guy B. Guy B.: Greetings!!!1 rich-c: hello GuyB, you're early
changed username to BobS BobS: AAARRRGHH Mateys Guy B.: The president is giving his State of the Union address. rich-c: farn dingers - took you a while to type that, Bob BobS: the cold winter winds R blowin' Guy B.: Snow and cold here too Guy B.: HI Bob BobS: was changin the channel OFF of the State of the Union address......yuck!!!!! BobS: hey Guy, snowing there also?????????????????? Guy B.: That's why I don't watch it and I'm on now rich-c: we had a dusting of snow overnight, and below freezing all day BobS: yupk watchign CSI form Monday Guy B.: My car is back at the dealership again rich-c: what's the matter ow, Guy? BobS: oh oh BobS: tis BUSTED BobS: or lonesome for company BobS: SAY you don't have a toyaota!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BobS: with a stuck gas pedal rich-c: well those dealership techs charge a big price for a "massage" ; - )
moved to room Meeting Place BobS: you think his car just wanted a rubd?own Guy B.: Trac Off and Check Engine lights came on while my car was at the mechanic. I needed to have the belt replaced and got and oil change as well. The lights came on when he started the car. This is now the 8th time for the Trac Off and 4th for the Check Engine
changed username to Judy BobS: ooops Judy: Hi, Rich and Guy BobS: what is Trac off??? rich-c: late model c ars, if they show a warning light, it's time to trade them in (unless warranty covers)hello< Judy Guy B.: It's with the ABS system BobS: traction..........................light rich-c: if it just means the ABS is fibbled, then you can maybe get by with using the brakes like you did when you learned to drive BobS: abs is nice, but..................lots of trouble some times rich-c: but with "check engine: you just hope it's an emission part so the warranty still covers BobS: got ADS & traction control onthe Marquis.......nice BobS: hmmmmmm.................emission....wonder if Marquis is still covered rich-c: handling anything that big when it gets slippery makes you really appreciate them BobS: naw, just slip and SLIDE mon BobS: using tiny car anyway BobS: only 3000miles on it rich-c: you may want to check with NHTSA on that, if you're under five years/100,000K miles Judy: were out in the little car tonight and it did just fine Judy: and it was really slippery BobS: nope 8yrs and 60,000 Guy B.: Well, I'm getting very frustrated as this has been going on for over 2 months rich-c: yes, the smaller the car the less momentum, less inclination to slide BobS: LEMON !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Guy B.: Beginning to be like that for a 7 year old car Judy: be glad that you don't have a toyota Guy B.: I know Judy: they really have a problem rich-c: not sure if the mileage limit will help if you're over teh time, they are very righteous about emissions these days rich-c: anyway check the NHTSA website because the dealer will dodge if he thinks you don't know
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changed username to Daniel Bienvenu Daniel Bienvenu: bonsoir rich-c: all the Toyota scene proves is that they make mistakes like everyone else Judy: hi, Daniel rich-c: in fact they have been good but have not had topp quality for years now Guy B.: Hi Daniel Guy B.: brb rich-c: salut, Daniel Daniel Bienvenu: I'm open to feedback, comments and suggestions BobS: hi Daniel rich-c: oh, Frances and I have stayed at Hampton Inns before rich-c: we like being spoiled and can affod to pay for it - we'd go if it we $1000 per person rich-c: but very few of teh rst of the crowd have much loose cash to throw around, it's their opinions that matter rich-c: but I think $400 Canadian is consistent with our past and very good value for the money BobS: ya mon................need to hold the price down to under $400 per person including 2 meals and banquet..........hope BobS: cheaper=better BobS: for us BobS: and prolly Doug & Meeka and Rich and Erin BobS: etc, etc BobS: no new news on the htoel fornt? BobS: hotel front BobS: farn dingers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111 rich-c: not really these days, Bob - the Wicks and Ron are used to upscale standards, ditto Jean BobS: Ron couldn't afford last year BobS: the clees and the wicks are the only flush ones methinks rich-c: well, I believe there were other extraordinary demands on his resources rich-c: well, if Rin manages to find a job, the Drushels should be pretty well off too rich-c: and Pam and Russell are better about budgeting than they let on Judy: how about Pam? Daniel Bienvenu: well, Dale and I talked today... I did more phone calls... there is a cheaper place, but not adequat for rich's needs. Daniel Bienvenu: some other places was way too expensive, like the Radisson rich-c: anyway, $400 given inflation is very consistent with all previous Adamcons, everything costs more these days Daniel Bienvenu: it's under $400us for sure rich-c: I hope Jean's coming and she needs more support than I do Daniel Bienvenu: taxes, breakfast and banquet included Daniel Bienvenu: the outside activity is included too rich-c: can we get extra nights at the same room rate if we choose? Daniel Bienvenu: yes, rich Daniel Bienvenu: extra nights is possible rich-c: can you get us a tour of Unibroue? Or McAuslan's? or Dieu de ciel? rich-c: fyi Bob those are local c raft breweries, beer better than you have ever tasted Daniel Bienvenu: you want to visit where they make beers? BobS: might not be tghe most popular tour for the rest Richard rich-c: only micro-breweries or craft breweries, like Boreal, not Molsons Daniel Bienvenu: What about gardens or insects or biodome? rich-c: true Bob, Rich is TT by preference I know, and some otehrs wouldn't care Judy: gardens don't know about insects rich-c: my tongue was wandering a bit in the direction of my cheek - but I'd like it ; - BobS: good one RichaRD BobS: sorry about caps BobS: farnb dingers rich-c: as long as there is parking, Daniel, because Jean and I can't use public transit Daniel Bienvenu: I know. BobS: need free parking mon rich-c: Daniel, in Quebec there is a chain of buffets offering a sampling of many different cuisins BobS: or will have ot walk Daniel Bienvenu: free parking at the hotel Daniel Bienvenu: for the rest, I need to see first what are your suggestions of activities rich-c: do you know the chain, and is there one around the hotel somewhere? BobS: want to go to a strip club................................. Judy: not BobS: >grin> BobS: see the river Montreal BobS: ot whatecer BobS: wharewver BobS: ya that too rich-c: don't remember what it's called Daniel Bienvenu: well, I'm not from Montreal, but maybe GuyF will tell you what you need to know of special places you want to go. BobS: heck, we could just have Sat afternoon OFF.....that is what we used to do rich-c: yes, I found one when we were in Hull - noisy but fun Daniel Bienvenu: jokes aside, I'll try to find an activity that fit the budget, with a parking as free as possible BobS: so you could stay at the hotel, or go somewhere or not Judy: we are not really that hard to please, Daniel rich-c: yes, Montreal traffic makes Italians want to go back to Rome Judy: can BobS: well....in MOntreal, do as the romasn do Judy: can't be worse than Wasington or Florida BobS: AMEN rich-c: Washington is so easy Montrealers use traffic time to talk on their cellphones BobS: Florida sucks and Washington is even worse, BUT......Robert is an ANIMAL when it comes to bullying Judy: that is true BobS: look out world BobS: go ahead MAKE MY DAY rich-c: that's the Montreal way - "YOU look out for me" Judy: he can do that Judy: so can Meeka rich-c: oh they will, Bob, they will - they'll line up to do it rich-c: it makes veterans of thirty years of Toronto rush hours shiver, and Detroiters shake in their boots Daniel Bienvenu: I hope you'll be able to drive in Montreal... you know about turning at a red light? well, that's not allowed yet in Montreal as far as I know. Judy: that is a good thing to know, Daniel
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changed username to Ron Ron: evening Daniel Bienvenu: Hi Ron, Ron: Hi Daniel rich-c: hey Ron, howdy Ron: howdy BobS: YO Ron Daniel Bienvenu: hiwdy? Judy: hi, Ron BobS: how's the wife doing???????????????????????????? rich-c: how is my fellow hippie doing? Ron: Hi Bob and Judy BobS: and yourself???? BobS: the "diskwasher/cook" Daniel Bienvenu: I don't understand... ho well, Ron: ok thank you. She still using the walker, but gaining mobility BobS: cool rich-c: good, I think you will see her making solid progress Ron: yup for sure eh? Judy: that is good BobS: hippeee...........Richard AND Susan hav eone Daniel Bienvenu: Ron, did you visit Montreal at least once in your life? What do you think? Ron: <grin> Daniel Bienvenu: Any suggestion of activities in Montreal for the Adamcon? Daniel Bienvenu: just want to know a suggestion BobS: the local.......................zoo Ron: Many times Daniel. From your message today, I'd say you're on the right track. Sounds good to me rich-c: send them up to teh top of Mount Royal, maybe? Daniel Bienvenu: Well, Dale is helping me a lot . Ron: Oh you mean where to visit Ron: Yes, I'd agree - Mount Royal for sure BobS: ya got a mountain in Montreal????????????????????? rich-c: remember Susan and Jean and I can't take public transit, and you know about driving in Montreal (shudder) Judy: that sounds like a good place Ron: yes sir - one of the nicest in the land Ron: you have a super view of the whole city from there Daniel Bienvenu: Well, I did always think that Montreal was the contraction of Mont and Real, the first word means Mount. rich-c: right in the middel of teh city with a b ig illuminated cross at teh peak Daniel Bienvenu: Mountain Daniel Bienvenu: But it's not Daniel Bienvenu: I think BobS: AH HA.......jsut like in El Paso,,,,,,which ya'll missed Ron: I did and I regret that Bob BobS: sat up ther with a Dairy rich-c: goes back to old French, "Royal Mountain" I believe, Dan iel BobS: Queen Blizzrd every night watching the sunsety BobS: no regrets Ron.....jsut new expectations Ron: one of those "moments" of life BobS: yo had mum to take care of Ron Daniel Bienvenu: The Mont Royal is in fact the result of a hot spot that creates different mountains in the provinces, including Rougemont. Ron: wish I could commit to this year, but at the moment I just can't do that
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changed username to PEV Daniel Bienvenu: bonsoir Pam Judy: hi, Pamela BobS: A PEV...................hmmmmmmm] Ron: Pamela ! Hi! PEV: hi folks BobS: HI Pam Guy B.: HI Pam rich-c: and don't worry, we won't tell her TOO much about your colourful past ; - ) rich-c: hi daughter PEV: tell who what? Daniel Bienvenu: I did asked otheres if they have an idea or suggestion about what to do for the Adamcon outside activity. any idea, pam? rich-c: see just afer you came in, Pam PEV: clueless Dan BobS: now THAT has to be a first pam..................NO IDEAS????? PEV: I don't know anything about Montreal rich-c: the real good stuff is in the Old City but we can't get there Daniel Bienvenu: animals? gardens? insects? another place like Mont Royal? PEV: probably, Bob Ron: Is there anything left of the old "Man and His World" site? Ron: As in Expo 67? Daniel Bienvenu: ishh... good question rich-c: yes, the whole island is still there, the old French pavilion is now a major gambling casion Ron: was there in 1968, and it was still going strong Ron: but that was a while ago rich-c: problem is, the racetrack will be used for the Canadian Grand Prix the Sunday before Adamcon PEV: Daniel, each side trip we've done has been something very typical or representative of the city we've been in Ron: brb rich-c: and they are going to have a major challenge cleaning up after rich-c: going to have to lean on GuyF and Montreal tourist bureau for this one rich-c: problem with Montreal is that all the good stuff is either downtown or up the Autoroute toward the Parc des Laurentides PEV: Whitby had Cullen Gardens, Chicago had the Shedd Aquarium, Ottawa had the museum, Niagara had the butterfly conservatory, GR had Meijer Gardens PEV: all things those places are famous for PEV: so, what is Montreal famous for? BobS: Gu Foster BobS: WE COULD GO TO HIS HOUSE PEV: think carefully about what you're saying Bob rich-c: the underground city for its shopping, Ile Notre Dame, the Architectural Centre, lots of nice restaurants and great beer PEV: he has three kids still in diapers BobS: ok forgtet that rich-c: the Old City has all sorts of historical buildings and landmarks rich-c: the topiary down by the port can be quite fascinating rich-c: that's just off teh top of my head PEV: what's left of Terre des Hommes? PEV: oh, Ron already asked that rich-c: a good many of the buildings, converted to other uses rich-c: I think they have even found a use for the remains of the US pavilion after teh fire rich-c: not sure but there may be an amusement midway too rich-c: watch the broadcast of the Grand Prix of Canada Sunday before we go - you'll see a good deal in the background PEV: Daniel, other things to think about regarding the outing include accessability, parking (particularly handicapped) very close, ease of travel to the site and price rich-c: I've already reminded him Jean, Susan and I can't use public transit PEV: what I mean by accessability is, can we get into and out of it without going up and down a lot of steps Daniel Bienvenu: As for the hotel, free parking and right infront the entrance, so that's not a problem. but yeah, it's not close to a possible activity that you may want to go. PEV: well Susan probably will be able to by that point PEV: so, think outside the box rich-c: with an implant there are a lot of things they don't want you to do rich-c: mind you I also have osteoporosis and a broken back to worry about, si I'm an extreme case Daniel Bienvenu: Easier for me to think of Quebec city than Montreal... I'm too far to know what is close to what and at what cost. Ron: back PEV: Daniel, did I understand correctly that the hotel is in Laval? PEV: Ron, question rich-c: but Jean is in denial about being frail elderly, but it'sd catching up to her Ron: Unfortunately, Susan isn't really into the idea of spending nearly two grand on a 4 day trip, so I will have to tread lightly Daniel Bienvenu: The hotel is very close to GuyF's house, if you want to visit Sandra and kids PEV: driving time between Ottawa and Montreal? rich-c: it is also quite close the the airport, n'est-ce pas? Ron: about 2 hours Pam Ron: no more than that PEV: ok PEV: thanks Daniel Bienvenu: less than Quebec-Ottawa I did for Neil's Adamcon. rich-c: that of course is at Ron's speeds; your results may differ... Ron: I do the speed limit Rich - ahem... Guy B.: Ok back Daniel Bienvenu: the legal or extrapolated speed limit? rich-c: except you keep forgetting the speedometer is reding klicks now, right? ; - ) Ron: whatever the sign by the side of the road says Judy: and add a little Ron: Only problem with that strategy is that behind me there are a thousend Rich Clee's <evil grin> PEV: Daniel for suggestions, hit the Ville de Montreal website and the Chamber of Commerce website rich-c: just keep up with traffic - usually that means 17% over the sign PEV: <snicker> PEV: I'm sorry, did I say that out loud? Judy: as our daughter says you can only drive as fast as the person in front of you Ron: yes you did... girl, now you're in do-do rich-c: I've timed it, that's how I choose my cruise control setting Daniel Bienvenu: well, yeah, if you're not too slow compared to the others there will be no problem in theory. they are slightly more flexible about speed limits, but not that much Ron: My Honda Fit has no cruise control Ron: I should say OUR Honda Fit rich-c: that's OK, it's not fast enough to get into trouble anyway Ron: Foxy the Sebring got sold off last summer Ron: bight your tongue my man!!! Ron: <grin> rich-c: time for my beer Ron: For 53 miles per gallon, I will believe in her Ron: Don't even care that the engine sounds like a sewing machine PEV: Ron, you're causing snickers again! rich-c: OTOH, kick my 350 V-* and say hello to teh nice officer rich-c: and you'll know where all the gas stations are 'cause you won't be passing them! PEV: I'll just wave as I sail on by : ) Daniel Bienvenu: Anyone can speak a few words in french or not? PEV: my baby gets amazing highway mileage PEV: oui, monsieur PEV: un peu rich-c: j'ai un petit peu de Francais, comme tu sais Judy: no Judy: we don't speek French rich-c: now, maybe a dash of Spanish... Daniel Bienvenu: you should learn at least a few words, just in case. rich-c: just wear an American flag pin and they will make some effort for you PEV: think Spanish with a twist Judy: I tried in school and it didn't work out so well BobS: aprley vo francais??????????????????? Judy: or keep someone with us BobS: that is it rich-c: anyway, unless you go int ot eat end, Monreal is pretty bilingual, and out around Westmount mainly English Daniel Bienvenu: well, in Montreal, it's 50% french, 50% english if we ignore all the other languages. Daniel Bienvenu: you may be served in english without any problem, but just in case, you'll need to know a few words PEV: most people speak at least some English rich-c: sorry, into the east end... BobS: got to McDonalds........put up finger for # 1 Judy: let us know what words to know rich-c: I have never had any problem there BobS: no curese words PLEASE PEV: please = sil vous plait (see voo play) Ron: Boomer is hungry - brb rich-c: oh, French cusswords are generally pretty mild, translated you wouldn't recognize many PEV: thank you = merci PEV: you're welcome = de rien PEV: or = il n'ya pas de quoi rich-c: except they'll shorten it to "pas de quoi" PEV: bathroom = salle de bain Ron: ok rich-c: but it may be marked toilette, which is popular not proper french Ron: je n'ai rien a dire PEV: = I have nothing to say Ron: can't find my accents rich-c: pas de tout? Daniel Bienvenu: good point : toilette, toilet... very similar PEV: they don't work in the chat anyway Ron Ron: absoluement rien BobS: not marked :pooper" ?????????????????? BobS: or in french....poopereh rich-c: nope, hommes and femmes, you guess which is which
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changed username to Dale BobS: HI Dale Guy B.: Hi Dale Judy: hi, Dale PEV: Hi Dale rich-c: hi Dale, just having a French lesson - sort of PEV: how'd it go today? Dale: Hi ya. Dale: Sort of not here. rich-c: rough one? Ron: Hi Dale Dale: My presentation tomorrow, so I'm just doing final edits. Daniel Bienvenu: Thanks Dale for your help. spreadsheet and advices, very appreciate PEV: oh you make me feel guilty Daniel PEV: I still have work to do for you Daniel Bienvenu: your advices was considered, Pam. Daniel Bienvenu: Like those by Rich PEV: I'm sure I can find you more : ) rich-c: yes advice is easy to come by, and mostly worth just wehat you pay for it PEV: LOL Daniel Bienvenu: I need a text with the usual questions... adults, kids, rooms, t-shirt sizes, etc. rich-c: in short, what we have been talking about here, but organized rich-c: get Dale to bring teh chat log up to date and it will all be there, Daniel Ron: Push for exclusive use of ADAM on the Space Station Dale Daniel Bienvenu: And there still the activity to choose based on parking and your suggestions rich-c: anyone downloaded and tried Geoff's new Virtual Adam yet? Daniel Bienvenu: Rich, earlier, you talked about a road of food or something... I'm not sure if it's the same but I think there is one called "route de la gastronomie". Ron: yes - quite a nice piece of work Ron: Who Wrote ADAM Bomb? Ron: same author for Virtual Adam Daniel Bienvenu: I didn't tried Virtual Adam yet. sorry rich-c: you sure? I though it was someone else. Who? Senior moment Guy B.: Haven't downloaded it yet Ron: Steve Pitman Ron: that's it Ron: It's up on Joe Blenkle's site rich-c: non, Daniel, I was speaking of a restaurant chain, not that I WOULD OBJECT TO SOME NICE RESTAURANTS rich-c: sorry about shouting! Ron: It's ok Rich. I am 3000 miles away rich-c: but you have downloaded it and tried it, Ron? Ron: yes Ron: last night Ron: works like a hot damn BobS: Steve Pitman............................... Daniel Bienvenu: thanks Bob for your email rich-c: I would do so but am having a battle royal with phpbb at the moment BobS: look it over BobS: Daniel Ron: Tell ya what I want, what I really really want BobS: CRISPY BACON Ron: A USB connection between ADAM and Mac BobS: oh rich-c: virtual Adam to use a USB 3-1/3 drive? Judy: and not crispy bacon? BobS: installed the NEW virtual ADAM....NICE PEV: that too : ) Ron: alas! have discovered that bacon play havoc with me respiratory system (go figure) Ron: so it appears I'm allergic to crispy bacon Judy: really??? Ron: Praise be! Ron: yup rich-c: too much salt, makes your heart act up? Ron: could be Daniel Bienvenu: So far, based strickly on the persons who answered my first messages about the ADAMCon 22, 2010. I did count 6 adults and 2 kids who really think to be there for sure. Don't tell me that only 6 adults will be at the Adamcon this year? Judy: bummer BobS: who'd a thunk it Ron Ron: getting old PEV: its early days yet Daniel BobS: I gave ya probable 4 Guy B.: Give it time Daniel. Maybe not everyone has decided if they might be coming Ron: Build it Daniel; they will come rich-c: yes, but some people always come - hell, there are four Clee adults alone PEV: Just by my quick count: Rich, Erin, Pam, Russell, Richard, Frances, Daniel, Guy F., Guy B., Dale, Jillian, Jeffrey, Bob, Judy, Meeka, Doug PEV: That's fifteen adults and one child Guy B.: Most will definitely have their minds made up around April or May Daniel Bienvenu: err... as far as I know, because it's in June, Jeffrey can't be there rich-c: Rich and Erin are not absolutes, are they? PEV: add in Sandra and the three kids and you've topped twenty Ron: there ya go Daniel Bienvenu: err... Sandra and kids will stay at home apparently PEV: Rich sent an e-mail saying they are planning to be there rich-c: and don't forget Murray, he always comes PEV: oh, forgot about Murray! PEV: also, Luc Miron rich-c: yes, he has sounded pretty determined Daniel Bienvenu: I don't know if Luc will stay at the hotel but sure he will participate at teh event PEV: and Neil possibly Judy: and maybe Jean PEV: and Melanie PEV: if we have Jean, we will have Melanie rich-c: yes, they will come if Jean can stand it PEV: don't know about Jeffrey either Daniel PEV: he was at 20 and that was the same weekend rich-c: Melanie was on here some weeks ago and sounded pretty determined PEV: : ) good Ron: Must love ya's and leave ya's folks. Need to move on to some household chores not usually my responsibility PEV: how is Susan progressing Ron? Ron: You'll make it Daniel. Don't worry, be happy BobS: be good ron rich-c: I've been on teh bed end of that, Ron, and understand completely. Treat her tenderly. Ron: Doing ok Pam. She's still doing the walker thing, but I can see daily strength increases PEV: that's great news Ron Judy: night Ron don't work tooooo hard PEV: give her our best please Ron: indeed Rich. If I don't I get told Ron: yes, thanks all Ron: niters Daniel Bienvenu: It will be probably the only one I'll organize... except if I can make one in quebec city in the future, but it's 2+ hours more to drive rich-c: nite, Ron PEV: g'nite Daniel Bienvenu: he was fast... bonne nuit Ron Dale: Bye Ron. PEV: Daniel we've been all the way out to Comox BC (well, some of us have) PEV: we can make it to Quebec City PEV: not to mention Seattle and Salt Lake City rich-c: I even have a cousin in Ste.Foy who might like a visit PEV: believe me, once you've done it once, the second round will be a cinch Daniel Bienvenu: looking at adamcon 21 registration form and I want to ask if there was any special case your formular didn't considered? PEV: especially if you're working in a city that you're more familiar with PEV: Bob, your ball Daniel Bienvenu: ?? ball ?? rich-c: english idom, Daniel - "The ball is in your court", from tennis BobS: when the need arrises Daniel................call me BobS: didn't llok too close at it, but it covers pretty much everything rich-c: you got Voip, Bob? BobS: who? BobS: nope rich-c: Skype or similar, internet phone calling BobS: got sick once BobS: nope Daniel Bienvenu: I still have skype but I can't phone anyone because it's not free. BobS: email works good BobS: see????? expensive Judy: Bob checkes email daily Daniel Bienvenu: but I can use it to speak with someone who also have a skype account, for free. rich-c: but once you buy the Voip service, calling is free, isn't it? Daniel Bienvenu: but to phone at a residence phone, I can't. and sometimes it doesn't work (they can't hear you) rich-c: I have heard that is teh case - though David Cobley got through to me very easily a week ago PEV: note to self: get out thumb drives rich-c: make sure you number them, Pam - they are so cheap these days you will soon have more PEV: they're all different Dad, at least so far rich-c: yes, one comes on sale, then another, still the quantity builds up Daniel Bienvenu: many people try voip by installing a linus machine, which I think is called trixbox. My friend installed one, paid for a voip service tobe able to use it to phone anyone he want and he did save money after all... probably because electricity is cheap here. Judy: need to say night I am tired had a hard day PEV: and I haven't been using them as much recently because the USB port on my work computer ( the old one) stopped recognizing them Daniel Bienvenu: bonne nuit Judy! PEV: night Judy rich-c: undrstand, Judy - get your rest and take care PEV: and Bob, because I know you'll be right behind Daniel Bienvenu: And don't worry too much about learning a few french words... no stress.
Judy left chat session rich-c: in fact you don't need them, though clues on pronunciation in general help BobS: ok you are correct pam Daniel Bienvenu: well, if you need water you can say "del' o". ;-) BobS: got to snuggle in to bed. gonna be cool here tonight and tomorrow night Daniel Bienvenu: bonne nuit bob BobS: maybe near 0*f Guy B.: Bye Bob BobS: nite gang PEV: yes us too, Bob BobS: COLD Daniel Bienvenu: thanks again for the mail
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Guy B. left chat session PEV: pas de probleme Daniel PEV: it's translating them fast enough back to english that's my issue PEV: found that when we were in Gatineau Daniel Bienvenu: well, very few english persons can say the french(also japanese) "U" sound. rich-c: oh, they are having a cold night around Lake Michigan. too Daniel Bienvenu: with numbers, the first one is a problem.... UN or UNE Daniel Bienvenu: always ask for two is easier rich-c: well, just teh gender is a problem - except I gather francophones don't bother much with that anyway PEV: anyway gents its time I went kerpoof - stuff to do before bed rich-c: oh I don't know, for un just grunt and hold up one finger PEV: but before I do: Dad, I looked for your coffee again this week and nowhere to be found PEV: will keep trying rich-c: thanks, Pam, Loblaws still seem to have stock difficulties - but I appreciate your persis tence PEV: RCSS too, but don't get me started Daniel Bienvenu: Une chambre, Une reservation, Un restaurant, Un repas, Une nuit, Un jour, Un verre d'eau, Un stationnement, Une epicerie, Un centre d'achats, Un magasin, Une maison, etc. PEV: on that note, I'm outta here rich-c: anyway, get your beauty sleep and a good rest PEV: bonne nuit, Daniel PEV: good night Dale - good luck tomorrow! Daniel Bienvenu: "Un" sounds strangely like "a" in enlish if you don't take care of listening too much. rich-c: exactly, Daniel, there's really no reason for most of them PEV: Good night Daddy rich-c: nite daughter PEV: kerpoof
PEV left chat session Daniel Bienvenu: what is a kerpoof? Daniel Bienvenu: I guess it's not a fooprek rich-c: anglais pour "kerpouf" ;-) Daniel Bienvenu: yes, "pouf" Daniel Bienvenu: It's only you and me, Dale seems away Daniel Bienvenu: it's time to say goodnight even for me rich-c: anyway, Daniel, je pense qu'il me faut partir aussi Daniel Bienvenu: I'll ask my friends in Montreal for some help about what to visit. Daniel Bienvenu: bye rich-c: eh bien, bonsoir Daniel, 'night Dale - a la prochaine rich-c: au revoir rich-c: colour me gone
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