We're BAAAAAACK!!

[Wolverine]

Now that ours is closed again, we CAS'ers are backe again. Anyone checking in here? Draco? Elmo?

[Maine-iac]

Howdy!

[Anonymous]

I'm here. Barely awake after staying up for the game last night, but here.

[moj]

Hi all!

[Ammie]

:smile:

[Cynical Realist]

I'm here, did anyone bring donuts?

[Maine-iac]

I'll make a run to Tim Horton's. What does everybody want?

[General Kenobi (ret.)]

It was worth staying awake for. Yeah, Colangelo bought a Series, but at least (a) the Yankees lost and (b) a lot of guys (Grace, Johnson, Schilling, Morgan, etc.) who've been around for a long time got a chance to play, and win, a World Series.

[Anonymous]

Exciting final game, too. It got to the point where the next pitch could be the last of the series, and could end it either way (dp or hit) - what more could a fan ask for?

Have you ever seen an _uglier_ hit to win a game as big as this one?

Another Good Thing: c) Kim won't go down in history as "The Guy who Blew the Series".

[Shrek]

How soon will the fire sale begin?

And the hit that won the '97 series for the Marlins wasn't any prettier.

[Another day in Paradise]

Hello all! :smile:

moj, I thought you were going to work today!? :smile:

[moj]

I'm working it, baby!

[moj]

Where's Bama? Is her exam, today?

If you read this Bama, I am kicking your team's a*s in fantasy football. I've got you by one point with one game to go.

However, currently I am not covering the spread. :sad:

Whooooooooo

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[Anonymous]

I'm here! :smile:

Shout out to those taking Part 4 today! (especially my sweetie!)

[Another day in Paradise]

moj, Bama and Ducky sit Wednesday.

[pretty woman ref]work it, work it, own it[pretty woman ref]

[Cynical Realist]

Speaking of Fantasy Football - is this the week of Revenge of the Downtrodden, Beaten Dog Teams? Looks like the bottom 4 teams with a combined record of (3-25) are going for a (4-0) sweep this week!

Imagine putting a parlay on that happening!

[Shrek]

I can only hope the Raiders D performs as well as the Browns...if I had started the Browns, I'd have a lead now. *choke*

[Ammie]

Maine-iac, you are sweet.
Make mine an XL decaf with lotsa milk! :smile:

[Ron Weasley]

Howdy everyone! Maine-iac, I'll take anything from Mr. Horton's place. A very large coffee would also be appreciated (high octane please).

[moj]

Isn't Horton the elephant who hears a who?

[Anonymous]

Who? What? Where? Why? How?

[Ron Weasley]

Don't forget "When".

[Ducky]

Checkin' in. Bama is alive & studying at home as far as I know. I'm at work, but spending the day in solitary confinement with the books.

Moj, offer me a trade for Gannon that includes a good RB & I'll consider it. I don't need to swap WR's. I don't think it will help that much, but you've got to do something when Cadaver's laying a beating on you.

[Shrek]

Weren't you gonna bench Gannon this week, Ducky? Me thinks you shoulda.

[Maine-iac]

OK, that's an XL decaf heavy on the milk for Ammie, a large coffee with caffeine for Ron, and a strong tea for me. Assorted muffins and donuts. Help yourself.

[Another day in Paradise]

Hey Maine-iac! How are you sister? :smile:

I snagged a muffin - hope that's okay?!

After work, do you guys want to meet for drinks? :smile:

[tiger]

Thanks for the donut, Maine-iac. I could use one.

[Ron Weasley]

Thanks Maine-iac! I feel much better now!

[moj]

Sorry Ducky. I viewed it more as a QB swap. I am not interested in dumping any of my RBs. I viewed it merely as a trade of one guy who is under-acheiveing for another guy in the same boat.

I'll check out my roster, but I do not much to trade away.

[Ammie]

Thanks Maine-iac! I'm making another run at 3:30... :grin:

[Cynical Realist]

The 2002 Syllabus is on line! OK, take a deep breath. Some interesting highlights:

(1) The May exams are a week later: May 7th - 9th! Does anyone know why? Does it have to do w/ the time of the first Full Moon after the Spring Equinox?

But more importantly, those who wanted to start studying early...RELAX, you have another week of R&R, and you can still get on the same time table.

(2) According to the Web Fee Schedule, they are having a Spring Sale on the Part 8 exam fee. Regular exam fees are $475, Part 8 is a mere $75! What a bargain! At that price if you were planning on taking Part 5 or 7, you might want to sign up for Part 8 too!

[Ducky]

I have 6 FF teams & somehow forgot to change the lineups for all of them. Studying sucks! I don't think Brady/Gannon is going to make any difference this week.

[Ducky]

I'll take you up on that drink offer ADIP. :wink:

[Cynical Realist]

WORLD SERIES THOUGHTS - As much as I hate the Yankees, I was actually rooting for them. I'm somewhat ashamed to admit it. I think it was partly due to the 9-11 events, but also because Arizona had no redeeming qualities to them.

I can understand wanting to see Schilling, Johnson or Grace win a WS, but the idea of Arizona winning in their 4th yr is as nauseating as the Marlins winning in their 5th year. As a good Tribe Fan knows, suffering is part of being a great baseball fan, and we can commiserate w/ the Cub fans and the Red Sox fans, and others who have waited a long time for post season success.

The most disturbing quote after the Marlins WS win (over my beloved Tribe) was the Marlin Fan: "I didn't think it would take this long (5 years) to win (the WS)." Add that comment to the firesale before the next season began and never was a city less deserving of a WS win.

I guess there was some cosmic significance to the Marlin win, since it proved you can rent a bunch of stars, put together a winner, and break them up just as fast. It wouldn't have had the same meaning if the Marlins had lost the WS. It remains to be seen what will happen to the Diamondbacks. Heaven forbid if it should take them longer than 4 years to get back to their next WS let alone win another one.

So to me, it didn't really matter how many WS's the Yankees won in a row, since they are always the "greatest..yada, yada...", just as long as the team they were playing didn't win if they were less deserving.

Anyone have similar feelings?

[Shrek]

CR - NO. I dislike the Yankers so much, there's no way I'd ever cheer for them to win.

ADIP - Does it have to be after work? I could really use one now.

[Another day in Paradise]

Ducky, you already owe me one - Are you sure you could handle being down by two? :wink:

Nesbit, feel free to start drinking anytime. I wonder if moj has perfected that monk beer of his? :smile:

[Maine-iac]

I'll join you for happy hour. Caffeine only goes so far. Point me to those drinks with little umbrellas and lots of rum.

[Ron Weasley]

I'll take the traditional Russian three-shot of chilled vodka, neat, with lots of food!

[Klaymen]

Oh yes, be sure to take Exam #1 in the fall of 2002. You'll get an extra hour to complete it!

[Ron Weasley]

Oh yeah. Each shot also has at least one toast with it, so . . .

Here's to all the husbands, wives, girlfriends, boyfriends, etc. who tolerate us during exam season!

[moj]

No monk beer yet. But it is on the way.

Attention all part 6 & 9 takers - The MC solutions have been released.

[Another day in Paradise]

"Point me to those drinks with little umbrellas and lots of rum."

Maine-iac,
Obviously, those are my specialty! :smile:

Ron,
How about the SO's drink to us when we get our exam raises/bonuses and right now we just drink! :smile:

[Maine-iac]

I'll join you in that toast Ron. The spouses deserve a medal for not runnning for the nearest exit during study season. Hear, Hear!

[Ammie]

I'm joining in the toast, and sending a big smooch to CR for the exam tip. Now my house closing is 2 weeks before the exam, instead of just 1 week! :smile:

[Ducky]

I'll buy the first 2 rounds ADIP. Interest on that one from HOB. :smile:

[Ammie]

Ducky, let's do the bump and grind I missed at the HOB, if you think you can stand up? :wink:

[Another day in Paradise]

Ammie, I hope you'll let elmo, Bama and I join in that dance. We seem to complement each other quite well on the dance floor. :wink:

Since I'm the first one in the office today, I'll make the coffee run - orders please?! :smile:

[moj]

Ammie: Any bumping and grinding better involve me.

Ducky:
Do I get one of those drinks?

[Wolverine]

Hey ADIP can I get a triple grande hazelnut latte skinny? (on a diet)

If not, then just straight strong coffee will do the trick!

I feel honored to have started such a successful thread! Can I get in on the B&G? :smile:

[Another day in Paradise]

Wolverine,

Consider your drink delivered, my friend. :smile:

On the B&G, you'll have to get permission from moj before you begin dancing with all his ladies. :smile:

[Wolverine]

Hey thanks for the latte and the tip ADIP!

So, moj, what do you say? Please, please, please? What's your poison? Mine used to be Jack straight up, no chaser. Haven't done that much lately. Can't afford any more brain cells! :smile:

[Ammie]

ADIP, come in a little closer, or the bump and grind is not as fun! :smile:

[Anonymous]

I’ll take a latte.

Why is everyone hanging out here? We should be socializing in Non-Actuarial Topics (http://www.actuary.ca/phpBB/viewforum.php?forum=21&1191). The Rebels don’t bite much. Some are even kind of cute. :cool:

[moj]

On the B&G, feel free to join in. I'll take a hurricane for my drink.

[Preppy]

On 2001-11-06 09:12, Draco Malfoy wrote:
I’ll take a latte.

Why is everyone hanging out here? We should be socializing in Non-Actuarial Topics (http://www.actuary.ca/phpBB/viewforum.php?forum=21&1191). The Rebels don’t bite much. Some are even kind of cute. :cool:



Yes, you are perpetuating the "clique-ish" reputation of the Water Cooler!

[Wolverine]

OK moj, here's your hurricane!

Thanks for letting me join in!

[Hagbard Celine]

There are cliques in every aspect of life, why should discussion forums be any different?

People with similar interests generally tend to congregate together. Gives you something to talk about.

[Epsilon Theta]

On 2001-11-06 10:32, Hagbard Celine wrote:
There are cliques in every aspect of life, why should discussion forums be any different?

People with similar interests generally tend to congregate together. Gives you something to talk about.


Yes, but you only congregate in one thread and only when the CAS forum is down!

Of course you can consider this forum as one big clique of people interested in actuarial science. But past that, people here disperse into different threads. No cliques within the big clique. Everybody feels welcome here.

So, disperse and socialize. This is the REBEL board. We rebeled against the SOA clique!

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[Anonymous]

I'll take a Grande Cafe Mocha. Need the caffeine to make it thru full days!

Looking forward to more B&G.

[Another day in Paradise]

Coming right up, elmo. Does that hit the spot? :wink:

Edited to add -
Thoughts of forum reader:
Wait is she talking about the mocha or the B&G? :wink:

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[tiger]

ADIP - can I get one with lots of foam? :wink:

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[Ammie]

Draco, how 'bout some whipped cream? :wink:

[Ducky]

Big time yes on that B&G Ammie.

Moj, you're included in those first 2 rounds as well.

[Elisha]

Just so I don't feel left out, I'm here too. Hi!

[Wolverine]

Welcome Elisha!

I guess I am doing the coffee/beverage run today. What's everyone having? Any special requests for donuts/bagels/muffins?

[Maine-iac]

Thanks Wolverine! I'll take a strong tea and a corn muffin.

[Lara Croft]

How about an asiago cheese bagel from Panera?

Thank you, Mr Wolverine!

[Wolverine]

OK, here's the strong tea and corn muffin for Maine-iac (I love corn muffins and tea too! New England thing? I was born in Mass.)

And Asiago Cheese Bagel for Lara Croft. Had to search a little for Panera, but I got it! Anything to drink Lara?

Your both welcome. I've been sticking to strong coffee and low-fat high-fiber muffins lately due to my diet! Enjoy!

[Preppy]

I would like some tea and krumpets or scones please.

[Flora]

I'm into herbals - can't stand caffeine! And keep those carbs away from me!!!

[Anonymous]

Wolverine...I'll take a caramel frapp...lots of whipped cream (the best part, IMO)

Good morning campers! only another 28.25 hours till we get the WC back! Woo hoo!

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Shout to my sister, Bama, and all the other Part 2 folks!

[Ammie]

Ooooh! I'll take a corn muffin too please! Maybe with a decaf latte? :smile:

[moj]

Ammie:
Have you heard from ADIP. I miss her so much.

[Wolverine]

OK, busy morning, but lets see

Here's the Tea and a Choc Chip Scone for Preppy

Herbal Tea for Flora

Carmel Frapp extra Whip for elmo :smile:

and Decaf Latte and a corn muffin for Ammie

I think that's everything! Whew!
Getting my exercise in this morning!
Did anyone else notice that the Water Cooler was up this morning for a little bit? Got in just to post my Survivor picks!

[Ammie]

Thanks Wolverine! Oops! Didn't mean to smear myself with Elmo's whipped cream! :wink:
Moj, I haven't heard a peep from ADIP this morning...:sad:

[Steve White]

Rumor has it ADIP's changing her name.

So far, Draco hasn't agreed to give up Ammie for Andy Lang in the "an A for an A" trade. Perhaps Draco's evaluating other "A"s as trade candidates.

[Maine-iac]

Thanks, Wolverine!

(Don't know where the tea/corn muffin combo came from, but it sure is good. Making homemade corn muffins for the boyfriend helped turn him into the husband. :wink: )

[Anonymous]

so that's the secret? hmm...where's that recipe? :wink:

I haven't heard from ADIP either, but yesterday, I got an "out of office" message from something I sent her...wonder where she went!

[Flora]

OK new pledge rule - Maine-iac must share her recipe with the sisters. I cannot seem to make a good corn muffin!!!

[moj]

Actually, I know where ADIP is. I have been stalking her.

[moj]

One more thing. Is Ducky taking part 2 today? Good luck Duck!

When you are done, check out the FF site. I made an offer that is more attractive,

[Ammie]

Elmo - I believe ADIP has gone into hiding from moj. I suspect she may reappear on Friday, but don't tell moj! :grin:

Steve - I guess Draco must be tempted by your offer. :sad:

Wolverine - did you know they are coming out with XMen 2 in the winter? My friend works on movie sets, and she shared this with me. I can't wait to see you on the big screen again! :wink:

[Anonymous]

moj...I just noticed that you're from "the island of misfit toys"...are you a "Charlie in the Box"? He's my fave! :smile:

[Steve White]

Don't worry, Ammie, you'll have complete freedom over here to make your own choices. Heck, we can't control Andy, so why should we try to control you.

You can even visit the Water Cooler as often as you like and post there, so long as you're on our team for the contest.

[Ammie]

Steve - Draco has questions about the trade. Moj - he also has one for you...better go check it out! :smile:

[tiger]

After making the mistake of reading more than one of Andy Lang's posts, I have to strenuously object to any talk of an Ammie- for-Andy trade. :smile:

Sheez, at least Paddyboy makes sense once in a while.

[Preppy]

Thanks, Wolverine! You did put my tea in a Royal Dalton tea cup, right? That way, I can drink it with my little pinky up in the air ! :smile: Now, for a British accent.....

[moj]

Elmo loves Charlie.

[Anonymous]

Yes I do! :smile:

[Ducky]

Duckman has completed Part 2. Not saying he passed it, just finished without injuries to himself or others seated nearby. I think I saw Bama at the Exam, but not sure.

[moj]

Great job Ducky! Go grab a hurricane, I'll be right over.

[Maine-iac]

Congrats, Ducky, and to everyone else celebrating a few weeks of freedom!

[Anonymous]

Welcome back, Bama & Ducky! :smile:

[Ducky]

Thanks elmo! :smile:

[Ammie]

Welcome back guys! :smile: