The 7th official Random Discussion For TPBM (7)

BearLeeAlive wrote in post #4879389
Didn't you say you thought it was a extraterrestrial being from the planet Zoik, implanted under the skin of Twink to conduct a year long study of fat cells of earthly felines, and determine the merit for use in cosmetics on their home planet?

Wait... isn't that my line?

I think if you get kittens they will grow up with Allie and be good friends to her. Puck was not an Eli fan most of his smaller years but now they are great friends and he tolerates more than I ever thought he would from him.

I think giving the teacher a heads up would be a wise thing without going into great detail, then she can keep an eye out.

cylentka wrote in post #4878923
Oh, one more thing before I go...

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Tell someone

puddlepirate44 wrote in post #4879403
Wait... isn't that my line?

You have a line? Of cosmetics?

Nah coke or is it Meth ?

BearLeeAlive wrote in post #4879389
So then, you are aware of wu's new profession.

It was a short lived adventure into the for-profit "flower and willow world." Apparently youth trumps being really, really good - at least in these matters.

BearLeeAlive wrote in post #4879527
You have a line? Of cosmetics?

Well, yes, but that's not important now...

short5 wrote in post #4879504
Tell someone

That's Zane. Succinct truth.

wu_wei0 wrote in post #4879549
It was a short lived adventure into the for-profit "flower and willow world." Apparently youth trumps being really, really good - at least in these matters.

Well, not if I was in the market, my choice would always be flower power from the late 50's.
Youth ain't everything, if you know what I mean.

BearLeeAlive wrote in post #4879569
Well, not if I was in the market, my choice would always be flower power from the late 50's.
Youth ain't everything, if you know what I mean.

You are a brilliant and wise man.

Lonnie, did you see THIS?

You know it is time to go to bed when you feel a non illustrated rant coming on

I have just been spending some time in the "Business of Photography" Forum and I am really depressed. (well not really but close to it).

There are a whole number of posts that start along the lines of "I have a paid gig next day/week/month (delete that which is not applicable) and I have a couple of questions.....

There then follows some incredible questions made even more incredible if there really is a professional gig already in the offing.

How much should I charge?
Should I charge for the gas I use to go to the venue?
Should I give them a CD of pictures?
Will I need a model release if I am taking a picture of a model?

then they get even better....

What settings should I use !!!!

and possibly my favourite...

I am doing my first paid wedding the day after tomorrow and my new camera is still in the hands of UPS, what should I do?

Ho hum the uncharitable me is off to bed now, I shall awaken with my faith in, and love of human kind fully restored as I am off for a spin on the bike followed by my nephew Jacob's first birthday party, the party is in a church hall..... what settings should I use?

neil_r wrote in post #4879683
Ho hum the uncharitable me is off to bed now, I shall awaken with my faith in, and love of human kind fully restored as I am off for a spin on the bike followed by my nephew Jacob's first birthday party, the party is in a church hall..... what settings should I use?

When in doubt, use f/22. All the pros do. Or an S5 IS.

I gotta feel for those folks that are in over their heads. Sink or swim. They'll learn. I have a funny feeling I'll be doing the same Sink or Swim thing in a couple of weeks.

chemicalbro wrote in post #4878994
Hmmm a tough one indeed...I'd be inclined to inform somebody now...... wether the burns are real or not (if that is indeed what the blisters are........ she could have a skin condition or something)
but when you move to another country you live by that countries rules and whipping a kid with a branch is just not on in the western world.

that alone would be enough for me regardless of the bruises and blisters

puddlepirate44 wrote in post #4879260
Listen to Alan, Wanda, he's got some good points.

I would add that while it seems like you're sticking your nose into a bad situation, how would you feel if it continues, or gets worse, or begins to manifest in other ways in the girl's life as she gets older (I don't think I need to explain myself further). While you are not a "reporting agent" (like Eli's teacher) for abuse, you still have some moral obligation in the matter. By sending the teacher an FYI email, you're allowing the teacher to operate in a head's up mode. Teachers are supposedly trained to spot indications of physical abuse such as this.

Just my 2¢ worth.

Skrim17 wrote in post #4879450
I think giving the teacher a heads up would be a wise thing without going into great detail, then she can keep an eye out.

short5 wrote in post #4879504
Tell someone

Thanks for the input, gang. You're great.

My main concern is that if I email the teacher, she will feel obligated to report. Although in Indiana, EVERYONE is obligated to report any suspected abuse, even if they are not a teacher, doctor, caretaker, etc. (We are even required to report suspected abuse of pets, which is kinda neat, heheh.)

puddlepirate44 wrote in post #4879563
That's Zane. Succinct truth.

BearLeeAlive wrote in post #4879389
Is sane a good thing?

A bit of sanity keeps me from running amok.

wu_wei0 wrote in post #4879605
You are a brilliant and wise man.

Yes, and I know what I likes.

cylentka wrote in post #4879710
A bit of sanity keeps me from running amok.

And, a bit of crazy keeps you from going insane.