Caveat emptor....

OK, I'll throw my $0.02 into the debate.

First however to know what it is I'm talking about, you may want to read the START to the whole thing at KenP's, followed by the UBER response from brudder Riggstad.

Both excellent reads on the matter of UIGEA, personal privacy rights and us puny little human things, that just keep running around with too much money.

So for my two cents on the whole deal, please see the Title of this post.

'Cause until we can switch the power over to our side and create Caveat venditor, only we can prevent ourselves from their wicked ways.

Without real change, I think it's fair to say that Human Nature remains exactly like History and bad Chinese Food. And as long as it constantly repeats itself, the power will always be in the wrong court IMHO.

My sincerest thanks for dropping by....

It's only Au natural....

In the spirit of Choices and remembering that shame was the original sin, sometimes you just have to admit that it's a good thing to get back to the garden.

So what you have here is, a Poker Bloggers Public Service Announcement. (P.B.P.S.A.)

This is a reminder to all of you out there, to take the time to get out and celebrate National Nude Recreation Week, (July 6-12) with your loved one. There's tons of reasons to do so and although I don't think that a top 10 list is really required, one's been put together just the same.

10) No need to spend money to check luggage at airport.

9) If everyone vacationed at nudist resorts, Airports could go clothing optional. Therefore solving both security and lost luggage problems.

8) Waves don't knock off your swim suit.

7) No laundry to do when you get home from vacation. (save the environment)

6) No one has to go through the humiliation of buying a new bathing suit.

5) You won't be embarrassed if the towel slips during a massage.

4) No funny tan lines.

3) Each days hardest decision is matching your sandals to your visor.

2) No place to store your cell, so you can leave it at home.

And finally....

1) Your friends may actually really want to see your vacation photos.

Here are some actual quotes from a few strong supporters, that have participated in all 31 years of National Nude Recreation Week.

"Nude Recreation Week is a great way to let first timers learn about all the fun they are missing out on by not vacationing at nudist resorts. Once you shed your clothes, all of life's daily stresses magically melt away."

"Make this the year that funny tanlines, become just another pleasant memory."

"It is more embarrassing to be in the process of undressing than fully undressed. By undressing, you acknowledge that, normally, you're quite clothed. Anyhow, once you've removed your clothes, you're one of the gang, and you feel you're going to fit in just fine."

As the Naturist Society says in their motto, "Body Acceptance is the Idea, Nude Recreation is the Way."

Peb's and I actually try to celebrate this holiday year round, as we feel nude recreation is a staple of a happy life. ;)

How about you? Now that you know that there is a week to celebrate nudity and this is it, are you going to do anything to take advantage?

:)

This brings us to the end of this Poker Bloggers Public Service Announcement. We now return you to your regularly scheduled programming.

My sincerest thanks for dropping by....

Five days just isn't enough....

In just five short days I managed to work my not so little anymore, azz off. There are now new toilets in both bathrooms, two new faucets in those same bathrooms, a new garage door opener where the old one once hung, a new energy efficient water heater replacing the old one, the inter-locking brick out of the garage has been lifted and replaced and about 50% of the old deck, has been re-surfaced with newly treated and stained Spruce. (Pressure treated wood and I, just don't get along) I decided to go with the Golden Oak colour for those stain-curious. Possible pics in the next few days.

During those same five days, I also managed to keep a brewery and distillery from declaring bankruptcy or at least, from needing to ask for some type of government bailout packages. Yes! That rise in Molson stock can be directly attributable to someone that you all know and love. I do like to do what I can for the local economy.

I also managed to fit a Pig Roast in there somewhere and we all came up with the exact same conclusion. Pig is nummy and therefore, PETA can kiss our pork filled azzes.

OH yeah..... I also did my absolute favorite thing of all time too............................................................................................................................ MIND'S OUT OF GUTTER PEOPLE............. It's NOT a Frantic Friday!

I met a bunch of new friends and even better than that, I really got to know a couple of friends I'd had for some time now. All totally bonus time to me.

Oh and for those that stop by here that really know me, I also spent some quality time with my Dad. Yes you read that right! I made the call and we got together. Your advice was duly noted and considered for some time. I can't thank each of you enough, (and you know who you are!) for helping me set things straight. Three days will never make up for the lost time in total, but it was one hell of a start.

Oh yeah......... there was also Poker! It was of the Omatard variety and despite my obvious lack of skill and total understanding, I managed not to lose too much money at all! Seven sessions and a total of 9 hours of play and entertainment, all at the super-duper value price of -$1.00 total. An apparently, (now!) very typical boat over boat last hand, saved me from being a little more than $50'ish to the good.

Life may indeed be just one long session but the Poker hoof in the nutz this weekend, held nothing over the happy times with friends and family.

My sincerest thanks for dropping by....