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Glad you all think that my drinking establishment is so much fun to bang up...

Now, where was I? **grabs battle axe once again**

Originally posted by Aqua-chan
Glad you all think that my drinking establishment is so much fun to bang up...

Now, where was I? **grabs battle axe once again**

Welcome back. Its been, what, 12 hours since youve been here. I think Ode is long gone....He chickened out.

Things kind of calmed down since you left. I assume youre back in Mizzou right now.

Originally posted by Vivien


Good night Though... a TRUE gentleman would stay around for Aqua to reprimand him...but I guess we already knew about that...

Even a gentleman needs to sleep sometimes, my dear.
Besides, last I heard I was a scoundrel.

Originally posted by Vivien


Ode'll think (as he's paranoid) that EVERYONE'S turned against him after this.

Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not all out to get you...
In this case it was just the usual suspects, I believe (ie. you and AC). And I never even got a hug.

Originally posted by Kameleon


It was all Ode's fault!!!!!

Maybe I need a stand-in...

Originally posted by Tybaltus

I love the fact that Mah and I were trying to defend ourselves while you three just looked for scapegoats. Why am I not surprised that I became the conclusive scapegoat?

Because you were the first one to start accusing other people (especially Kam and myself)?
Chickened out.

Originally posted by Ode to a Grasshopper
Because you were the first one to start accusing other people (especially Kam and myself)?
Chickened out.

Thats because it comes naturally to place the blame on others when I really wasnt at full fault, and yet am still being questioned.

Originally posted by Tybaltus

Thats because it comes naturally to place the blame on others when I really wasnt at full fault, and yet am still being questioned.

The trick is to blame someone who a), isn't there at the time, or b), is inexerienced at being blamed for things. In my case I failed to fulfil either of these criteria.

If you're really stuck for ideas, though, blame Fas. It almost always works.

Originally posted by Ode to a Grasshopper
The trick is to blame someone who a), isn't there at the time, or b), is inexerienced at being blamed for things. In my case I failed to fulfil either of these criteria.

If you're really stuck for ideas, though, blame Fas. It almost always works.

I thought blaming you was what works when all else fails.

Originally posted by Tybaltus

I thought blaming you was what works when all else fails.

Well, ask yourself if it was really as successful as it could have been, Don Tybaltus.

Fas is by far a better scapegoat.

Originally posted by Ode to a Grasshopper
Fas is by far a better scapegoat.

Especially since rather than denying it, he'll just complain a lot and surreptitiously invite hugging from DFs...

Morning all

See, my friend Kam here understands perfectly.

Morning Kam.

How're you doing this fine morning? (Hmm probably evening for you then) I'm (as ever) still sitting at my computer trying to avoid my parents who will doubtless nag me about whether I have got a job yet...

I'm quite good this evening, getting over the flu and playing a videogame.
I have to apply for University entry this month (had a year's break this year), and get my driving license (I keep forgetting to book ion for the test ).

And it's time for dinner, so I'll be back later.

Originally posted by Ode to a Grasshopper
I have to apply for University entry this month (had a year's break this year), and get my driving license (I keep forgetting to book ion for the test ).

Heh, so you'll be going into Uni same time as me? (End of September/start of October this year)

LOL, I keep forgetting to get my provisional license so I can start learning to drive...

Originally posted by Kameleon


Heh, so you'll be going into Uni same time as me? (End of September/start of October this year)

LOL, I keep forgetting to get my provisional license so I can start learning to drive...

Nah, I'll be starting next February or so. Applications start this month, though.

That's the one I still need to get...

Originally posted by Ode to a Grasshopper
Nah, I'll be starting next February or so. Applications start this month, though.

That's the one I still need to get...

Oh right, I was under the impression that all universities started their years in September/October. Southern Hemisphere

Oh - you said that you just needed to take your test...not even got your provisional? There'll be a whole long way to go for both of us 'till our boy racer dreams come to fruition

Originally posted by Kameleon
Oh - you said that you just needed to take your test...not even got your provisional? There'll be a whole long way to go for both of us 'till our boy racer dreams come to fruition

On average (depending on area) it's something like 3 months before the actual test comes through, so you'll have ages yet.

Just a question, is there much point in learning to drive before going to Uni, it seems like you wont be doing much driving when you are there anyway

@Ode, what are you planning on doing?

There's a multiple choice test you need to take before you get your "L" plates (with which you may drive if accompanied by a fully qualified driver), after which you take more written tests and a hazard perception course and get you P plates, which allow you to drive on your own under certain limitations.

University down here begins from February to as much as early May.

@Sleep-I'm planning on studying Philosophy and Ethics. Not very useful in getting a job but it's something I want to learn.

Originally posted by Ode to a Grasshopper
There's a multiple choice test you need to take before you get your "L" plates (with which you may drive if accompanied by a fully qualified driver), after which you take more written tests and a hazard perception course and get you P plates, which allow you to drive on your own under certain limitations.

University down here begins from February to as much as early May.

@Sleep-I'm planning on studying Philosophy and Ethics. Not very useful in getting a job but it's something I want to learn.

Sounds a lot more thorough than the UK's system

So you will have a few months of "Boy racerism"?

Sounds interesting, there will be a lot of work involved, how will you adapt do you think?

I have a pakistani license, but it doesnt cut it here.
I have to do
1. First aid (12 hours over 3 days)
2. Written test (2 hours 1 day)
3. 8 to 10 hours with a special school which will certify me for getting a learner license.
4. Getting the police to ok it and then testing through them.
5. After all that i get the learner license.
6. Practice.
7. Give the bloody test.

It is so annoying here.

Originally posted by Mr Sleep


Sounds a lot more thorough than the UK's system

So you will have a few months of "Boy racerism"?

Sounds interesting, there will be a lot of work involved, how will you adapt do you think?

It used to be the same as the UK, but the government changed the system a few years back.
I doubt I'll go through the boy racer stage, so far my close friends have proven to be careful drivers (and on the occasions where my dad has taken me for driving practice out in the bush so have I). Some of my distant friends are terrible drivers though, I've genuinely feared for my life when driving with some of them.

I don't know, my best friend who did the course this year says there's not many contact hours, but there's a lot of homework. I think I'll enjoy getting back to studying though, especially without the stupid pointless sports days of high school and the less stifling atmosphere of Uni.

Car License

In Norway you can start practice driving when you`re 16.

1. The person you`re driving with must be 25 years and had the license for 5 years continually
2. There has to be a extra rear view mirror for the teacher.
3. The hand brake must be in the middle of the front seats. (You can`t practice with a Mercedes )

When you approach 18 you start on a driving school where they teach you theory and you start driving with a instructor. Some driving is obligatory. 11.5 hours covering driving on icey surface , nightdriving, passing other cars , citydriving and a long tour (2-3 hours). You take a theory test with the school and then you`re ready for the test with the authorities. If you pass the theory you get an appointment to drive with one of the sensors.
Then, if you pass, you have your license.