Collectibles Today Knowledge Base
What is the best way to find value of Coca-Cola Collectibles? Today at a garage sale I bought a Coca-Cola portable table top grill for 13 dollars, it looks like a Coca-Cola can and it opens up into a small charcoal grill, it has the original box and has never been used, I have been searching google for hours trying to find it and I cannot find it anywhere, does anyone know a good place to find a value for this thing?
how do u get the collectibles in your farmville collection? i know you can send some as free gifts but today when i looked at my collection i have like 5 things that cant be gifted and i don't know how i got them. i know when they first came out it said how you can get them but i forget. anyone know?
Where can i find Lena Liu "Delicate Encounter" figurines? Where can i find Lena Liu "Delicate Encounter" figurines? I have looked and all I can find is on Collectibles Today. I do not want to order through there, any ideas? I have also looked on Ebay and it is insanely expensive on there. Thanks a bunch!!!
Did you have a moments silence today at 11:00? i was just wondering how many people had a moments silence today as its remembrance sunday today! i had one at work and just collectible how many people just ignored it and went about their shopping (i work in a supermarket) how many people plan to have on on tuesday? 11/11/08 remembrance day
What is a safe way to clean soot from ceramic? We recently lost my aunt in a house fire and today we found some of her ceramic knick knacks in the debris that are still all in one piece, but are pretty covered in soot from the fire. Does anyone know how we can safely remove the soot from the collectibles without harming them? These are very sentimental to us and we don't want to risk losing something that we could possibly save.
Whats the coollest, most collectable car under $10k available today? Would you buy one if it was mint? Im thinking Jappa, Euro here sorry - American and Aussie r already too expensive! What Supra or Celica is the sweetheart? Honda Prelude mid 80s, the most underestimated coupe ever built. Any one else think so? And does anyone like the NSX? BMW- pretty well built toys, no matter what badge. Anyone else love the 3.0S & 3.0CSi? What bm's the $10k dream? Any Mercs u wanna own from the 60s-80s? Id pick any SL. Jags are unreliable but cool, wot 1 u want? I drove an XJS from new for years, they were pleasant miles. Audi &VW - I dont see it, but maybe a Quattro or GTi - tell me about it. What of the Skyline & the Zed-car- is the Z32 twinturbo the prettiest ever Jap coupe built? Or does someone think the 3000GT/ Mitsi GTO owns that title? Does EVO feature? What Subaru even makes it here - the SVX maybe - too many WRXs to be classic, but what a microweapon they are! The carparks your oyster, what gets the comments? What one you wanna keep for later on? $10k limit
Would you use one of those pedal surreys for everyday transportation if gas gets any higher? During and right after WWII, a lot of people in Europe "drove" wooden pedal "cars" that both passengers pedalled. (Quite collectable now) Today, at resorts and beachside boardwalks are 2 (or more) passenger pedal "cars", where all occupants pedal. They look like a frame from an old fashioned, open car with bench seats for 2 or 4 or 6. Some have working generator lights. Would you get one? I'm thinking of it... before they go thru the roof in price, from demand.
Star Wars Collectibles? I have a Star Wars Collection 1 SandTrooper with heavy blaster rifle. Never opened, Never tampered with. The original set of sandtroopers I believe. Price tag in tact. 12 years old. Anyone have any idea how much it would be worth today?
Q"s about shipping with UPS. Please answer and help me.? OKAY I ordered a doll from Ashton Drake onthe 22nd of May.It shipped today(26th).The store I ordered from is in Niles,Illinois(Collectibles Today) and I an in New Braunfels Texas(About 30miles north of San Antonio.How long do you think it will take for my package to arrive?
Is it harder or easier to collect things now than in the past? Like collectables and stuff. I guess it all depends on the product right? I was thinking of toys. Like I imagine it would be harder because cartoons created toys and cartoons made a HUGE impact on many things today. They were classics and originals. But now cartoons and toys are way different. What are some recent things that have been made into collectables. I can think if beanie babies and that's pretty much it. I know this is a strangely worded question.
Is it safe to drink beer that is 20 years out of date? i just purchased two vintage cans of Tennents Lager (from Scotland) which are highly collectable because in the 1980s the cans used to have pictures of scantily clad "lager lovelies" on them. To my surprise, the cans arrived today - unopened! The use by dates on the cans are July 1988 and August 1989 respectively. Just wondering what condition i could expect the beer to be in if i opened the cans? Would it still taste like beer or would it make me ill?
What are some online stores.. ..that are like collectibles today or Tiffany's. Yes, I'm looking for jewelry. Thank you! =]] Besides Ebay, Wal-Mart, ect. I want really nice jewelry. And I've looked at Ebay.
I'm looking for a necklace.? Hi! I'm looking for a ladies necklace of the US Naval Officer's crest (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/da/USNavyOfficerCrest.png). I found a medallion from collectibles-today.com, but that was male. Can anyone help me find this? http://www.military-graphics.com/NAVYOFFCREST.png
What rules apply for collecting toy or model cars ? I am thinking about stating a toy or model car collection. What do I need to know eg. what brands or model are considered collectables, how much some of these toy or model cars from the past are worth today , how much willl some og model cars sold tody will be worth in the future if I don't open the box etc
how much would 400 ounces of (troy) be worth today..? give or take within the daily fluctuation... and these bars are of collectible value, 2 Engelhard, 1 Hoffman, 1 Drew..(which i gather 'just' give me the opportunity to sell them at their value, as opposed to trying to sell silver for full market value to a some coin merchant or silversmith... ( so don;t say look at Ebay... and don't say check the market..) educated and informed answers please. thanks you!!!
How to get a refund from an item bought off eBay? I live in the U.S. I bought a collectible figure off of eBay. The item is located in China. It said it could be almost a month before I would receive the item. The item has yet to be shipped. Today I found the same figure for sale in the U.S. and it would only take 2 days to be delivered. Is it possible for me to get a refund so that I can buy the item that is in the U.S. instead of China? What are the steps in doing so?
Amazon.com Question.Please answer.? Okay yesterday night I ordered a Collectible doll from Ashton Drake.I paid $15 to have it shipped(It did not qualify for super saver shipping,but that's okay because I don't want to wait that long for it to arrive anyways).OKAY It says shipping cost 14.99 and the doll itself cost 129.99.14.99 is standard shipping.It says it ships in 2-3 days(May 24-25) .The seller(Collectibles Today) is in New Jersey and I am in Texas.I was wondering when I should receive my order?Do they normally come on time or late or maybe even earlier than said?
HELP Shipping problems with Amazon.com? OKAy I ordered this Ashton Drake doll on Amazon.com on Saturday 5/22/10.It said it would ship in 2-3 Business day(5/24-5/25- Today)I have checked my account and it is showing that my items hasn't shipped yet.They ordered this doll directly from www.collectiblestoday.SO I went to collectibles today and clicked on"Track my Order" and on there it says that my doll has shipped already.I am SO confused!!Is Amazon just slow with updating their shipment status or something or is all my shipping info on www.collectiblestoday?
How long does _______ deliver? Hey does anyone know how long it takes "Collectibles Today" to deliver? specifically the Ashton-Drake realistic newborns like these ones? http://www.collectiblestoday.com/ct/product/prdid-300841001.jsp?_Ashton-Drake/_prod/_1289/_/_/_/_&endeca=true&abbr=ad and this one: http://www.collectiblestoday.com/ct/product/prdid-300784002.jsp?_Ashton-Drake/_prod/_1289/_/_36/_/_/_Y&endeca=true&abbr=ad Thanks so much!! (points to the best answer......)
Could someone help me estimate the value of two collectable coins I have? I have a 1942 walking liberty half dollar and a 1945 american eagle half dollar. I have been wondering what their value would be today. They are not in perfect condition. They are just a little bit warn down, but they look pretty good. They are in a plastic container, which I have never opened.
What the heck is going on with GEARS OF WAR 2!? ok lastnight i was playing gears of war 2 and i was on lvl 39 almost 40, everything was unlocked and i had all the collectables. I go on today (the following day) to play again and im lvl 1, everything was locked and its like if im just starting to play Gears of war for the first time, what the hell? can someone tell me please?
Has anyone tried Marilyn Merlot wine? I saw it in a store today and now I wished I had bought some. It seems more like a collectible than a good choice for dinner. What a pretty bottle, but how does it taste?
Joshua Doll ... Collectors Doll seen in a print Ad? Ok, A few weeks ago, my aunt said she remembered seeing a Collectable doll named Joshua. I searched the net and can't find it.I searched Collectible-Today.com (Which is both bradford exchanged & hamilton collection), danbury mint, franklin mint. I don't know were else to check. I tried to check eBay ... but i got to many hits and they were all different. She said the price of the doll was like 2-4 easy payments of like $25 - $30. Anyone know where i can find this doll.
where online can you find how much your boyd's bears are worth? Please dont say E bay! For one reason, I have no clue how to work e bay, and two, I have bears that are retired and a few limited edition bears and I just would like to know the value of them. Also, I have a few bears that do NOT have tags but still has the sewn on tag on their bottoms or legs....I'd like to know their names. Some have investment collectables tags on them... some have a sewn on tag on the bottom of their foot that says commemorative edition with all the attached tags....three have gotton a tiny bit dingy like the white ones; and I would like to wash them.. should I take them to the dry cleaners? Or washing machine? Any insight on websites that list todays value for retired bears, or limited edition bears... ANY website that you can type in the tags numbers and the bears imfo pops up.... anything like that is what i am hoping for. Thanks guys!
Can I sell to a previously suspended buyer on Ebay? Hi, I asked this before but dont think I was specific enough. I had three auctions for collectible items, and a buyer won all three. At the time that they won, they were a member in good standing, but a day later (before I could even send her an invoice) she was suspended. So I waited for four days, tried messaging her but it wouldnt let me. At that point, I got my listing fees back through filing a dispute and relisted them. After all, it's not like I knew how long she would be suspended for. Today, she came back to Ebay saying she was only suspended for ten days (now shes a member in good standing again) and she wants her items. I said no since she was suspended. If she had paid, I would have refunded her money, but I didnt even get to send her an invoice. She insists it was "a legally binding contract!" and that I'm unfair and she wants the items. She is being SUPER argumentative... So who is right and what should I do?
How is anyone to make it or even begin any business today? With almost everything being sold at a rock bottom price how can anyone make it or even begin a business of selling items?? Even with items that should bring a higher dollar amount such as rare item and collectibles - one can still almost always find these for an unbelievable low price. I would love to hear from others and their personal opinions and/or suggestions. Thanks Kim
I cant take much more of this! Can you help? My little brohter always gets the royal treatment. He is 3.5 years younger than me, and he always gets treated better than me. His room Has an air hockey table, two room closet, giant posters, sport style locker shelves on his walls, every sport collectible you can imagine, a TV that the Patriots gave him, and nice wall trim, freshly painted walls, and sporty curtains. All I've got is a room painted baby blue from twelve years ago, no trim, a big opening in my wall that is being covered by a blanket, only storm windows, a filled in shelf with an un-sanded, un-painted piece of sheet rock, an un-painted closet, a TV that I bought with my own money, hundreds of little tack holes in the walls, and a big one where the door handle is, because there is no door stop. Speaking of doors, mine has chipped paint and tape stuck all over it. My mom asked me to clean my room and also vacuum my brothers room today!
Do you like 80s custom muscle cars? A while ago I was reading a bunch of 80s car magazines in a antique store, and I couldn't believe how much muscle car modifications have changed since then. I actually thought a lot of the cars looked really cool and unique. Many of them had custom graphics and body kits, along with after market hood scoops, etc. But nowadays most of them have been converted back to their original state for collectible purposes. It's weird to see muscle cars being customized like they're just used performance cars (like a Fox body mustang today) instead of being cherished like a ancient artifact.
why do you think wwe rawdeal is not a good ccg? collectible card games are very much played in today's society. but wwe rawdeal, one tht i like, is not receiving as huge of a phenomenon as other ccg. was wondering why. so i can help suggest to make the game more exciting
What To wear with these type of sneakers? TOday i just bought a pair of nike dunks sneakers.The color is light lava/white/light blueberry .Bascially it's pink,blue & white with a little bit of yellow in it.I need help on what to wear with it and do any color pink goes with the sneakers?Also can you all give me stores that i can find things to match with the sneakers . Here's is a website to see the sneakers: http://www.pickyourshoes.com/collectible/nike_wmns_dunk_lo_lv_wht_blb.htm Please help me!!!
FarmVille Collectible Hints? On FarmVille there is this new thing called collectibles and you collect common to rare objects on your farm/ other peoples farm. Today, I found out that if you just scroll over it, it gives you a hint. One of the hints was "look up.". Anyone know what this means?
can someone tell me how much this is worth? i was counting my money today and noticed my $2 had a star on the serial number. i know star notes are collectibles cause they got messed up in the printing. does anyone know how much a star $2 is worth
Collectible autos? Whitch cars of today do you think will be collectable 40 years from now, and do you think japanese cars will become collectible?
Should I buy a new Airsoft gun or Sais? I can't decide on whether to get a new airsoft hand gun or a pair of sai. both are around 20 bucks. The airsoft gun I want is a Colt Delta Elite seen here http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=6527846 The sais I just came across them at a noveltie/collectible store called Gifts Unlimited today. I went in to look at a pair of nunchuks but didn't buy them so I'm considering buying the sai. I have no training in the sai and just kind thought that they'd be cool. I made a pair of tonfas out of pvc pipe and have yet to hurt myself or anyone (if you don't count the kitchen light lol) so I think I'm pretty safe. Any help or helpful opinions would be greatly appreciated.
Current fads? What are today's current fashion and collectible fads?
Did I do something wrong? There's this girl that I'm partially interested in. We talk and stuff at school, never out of school (except online) Today I went to a warehouse thing with Japanese collectibles (we're both japanese washed bastards) and somebody tapped my shoulder from behind. It was her and she said hi. (she was with her younger brother and I was by myself) We had that "What are you doing here" look on our faces because we never saw each other outside the school environment. She said "What are you doing here... are you stalking me?" or something like that. Not offensively though, I think playfully cause I'm we flirt often. We had so much tension between us that we both had to shyly say goodbye and try not to bump into each other. By the time I brought up the courage to talk to her, she was gone. Again, this is our first "out of school" enounter. I thought she was probably shy, and that's why she left. AND... she was the one to approach me (if she wasn't interested in me, she'd probably just go "Hey... it's THAT guy" to herself instead of going up to me) Or maybe I'm kidding myself? (_ _) don't know what to say when we see each other at school THE FUNNY THING WAS. I was planning to ask her that week if she knew what the warehouse was and if she wanted to go. WE BOTH WEREN'T PREPARED TO SEE EACH OTHER.
girls, what do i do now? :(? There's this girl that I'm partially interested in. We talk and stuff at school, never out of school (except online) Today I went to a warehouse thing with Japanese collectibles (we're both japanese washed bastards) and somebody tapped my shoulder from behind. It was her and she said hi. (she was with her younger brother and I was by myself) We had that "What are you doing here" look on our faces because we never saw each other outside the school environment. She said "What are you doing here... are you stalking me?" or something like that. Not offensively though, I think playfully cause I'm we flirt often. We had so much tension between us that we both had to shyly say goodbye and try not to bump into each other. By the time I brought up the courage to talk to her, she was gone. Again, this is our first "out of school" enounter. I thought she was probably shy, and that's why she left. AND... she was the one to approach me (if she wasn't interested in me, she'd probably just go "Hey... it's THAT guy" to herself instead of going up to me) Or maybe I'm kidding myself? (_ _) don't know what to say when we see each other at school THE FUNNY THING WAS. I was planning to ask her that week if she knew what the warehouse was and if she wanted to go. WE BOTH WEREN'T PREPARED TO SEE EACH OTHER.
Girls, she is confusing me, what do I do? There's this girl that I'm partially interested in. We talk and stuff at school, never out of school (except online) Today I went to a warehouse thing with Japanese collectibles (we're both japanese washed bastards) and somebody tapped my shoulder from behind. It was her and she said hi. (she was with her younger brother and I was by myself) We had that "What are you doing here" look on our faces because we never saw each other outside the school environment. She said "What are you doing here... are you stalking me?" or something like that. Not offensively though, I think playfully cause I'm we flirt often. We had so much tension between us that we both had to shyly say goodbye and try not to bump into each other. By the time I brought up the courage to talk to her, she was gone. Again, this is our first "out of school" enounter. I thought she was probably shy, and that's why she left. AND... she was the one to approach me (if she wasn't interested in me, she'd probably just go "Hey... it's THAT guy" to herself instead of going up to me) Or maybe I'm kidding myself? (_ _) don't know what to say when we see each other at school THE FUNNY THING WAS. I was planning to ask her that week if she knew what the warehouse was and if she wanted to go. WE BOTH WEREN'T PREPARED TO SEE EACH OTHER.
i bumped into my crush the other day...? There's this girl that I'm partially interested in. We talk and stuff at school, never out of school (except online) Today I went to a warehouse thing with Japanese collectibles (we're both japanese washed bastards) and somebody tapped my shoulder from behind. It was her and she said hi. (she was with her younger brother and I was by myself) We had that "What are you doing here" look on our faces because we never saw each other outside the school environment. She said "What are you doing here... are you stalking me?" or something like that. Not offensively though, I think playfully cause I'm we flirt often. We had so much tension between us that we both had to shyly say goodbye and try not to bump into each other. By the time I brought up the courage to talk to her, she was gone. Again, this is our first "out of school" enounter. I thought she was probably shy, and that's why she left. AND... she was the one to approach me (if she wasn't interested in me, she'd probably just go "Hey... it's THAT guy" to herself instead of going up to me) Or maybe I'm kidding myself? (_ _) don't know what to say when we see each other at school THE FUNNY THING WAS. I was planning to ask her that week if she knew what the warehouse was and if she wanted to go. WE BOTH WEREN'T PREPARED TO SEE EACH OTHER.
girls, did I do something wrong to her? There's this girl that I'm partially interested in. We talk and stuff at school, never out of school (except online) Today I went to a warehouse thing with Japanese collectibles (we're both japanese washed bastards) and somebody tapped my shoulder from behind. It was her and she said hi. (she was with her younger brother and I was by myself) We had that "What are you doing here" look on our faces because we never saw each other outside the school environment. She said "What are you doing here... are you stalking me?" or something like that. Not offensively though, I think playfully cause I'm we flirt often. We had so much tension between us that we both had to shyly say goodbye and try not to bump into each other. By the time I brought up the courage to talk to her, she was gone. Again, this is our first "out of school" enounter. I thought she was probably shy, and that's why she left. AND... she was the one to approach me (if she wasn't interested in me, she'd probably just go "Hey... it's THAT guy" to herself instead of going up to me) Or maybe I'm kidding myself? (_ _) don't know what to say when we see each other at school THE FUNNY THING WAS. I was planning to ask her that week if she knew what the warehouse was and if she wanted to go. WE BOTH WEREN'T PREPARED TO SEE EACH OTHER.
girls, What did I do wrong? There's this girl that I'm partially interested in. We talk and stuff at school, never out of school (except online) Today I went to a warehouse thing with Japanese collectibles (we're both japanese washed bastards) and somebody tapped my shoulder from behind. It was her and she said hi. (she was with her younger brother and I was by myself) We had that "What are you doing here" look on our faces because we never saw each other outside the school environment. She said "What are you doing here... are you stalking me?" or something like that. Not offensively though, I think playfully cause I'm we flirt often. We had so much tension between us that we both had to shyly say goodbye and try not to bump into each other. By the time I brought up the courage to talk to her, she was gone. Again, this is our first "out of school" enounter. I thought she was probably shy, and that's why she left. AND... she was the one to approach me (if she wasn't interested in me, she'd probably just go "Hey... it's THAT guy" to herself instead of going up to me) Or maybe I'm kidding myself? (_ _) don't know what to say when we see each other at school THE FUNNY THING WAS. I was planning to ask her that week if she knew what the warehouse was and if she wanted to go. WE BOTH WEREN'T PREPARED TO SEE EACH OTHER.
New Camp Rock item? An idea came across me today, and I thought the Barbie makers should make Camp Rock Barbie dolls. Now, I am NOT a Barbie fan; anymore, (only collectibles), if stores had Camp Rock dolls, I would buy them, TOTALLY! So, if you think this is a good idea, please star this question, and leave any comments. Thanks! :)
Rolling Stones Magnet? I was in my garage today and found a Rolling Stone magnet that lights up. Does anyone know about this and how much it costs? Seems like a collectible.
Is This A Collectible Magazine? While looking through my stuff, I found a framed issue of a 1999 September issue of Duelist Magazine. It is still in the original plastic inside the frame, and contains a foil-stamped pikachu card. I know Duelist Magazine has ceased publication since, and was wondering in anyone knows if it is worth anything today or any other information regarding it. Thanks.
Cousins from hell , HELP, driving me insane D': My cousins, they dont live with us, but whenever they come over, which is like once in 2 months or something, they act like they own the house, and go around barging around and tripping over stuff and breaking stuff. They were over just this morning and GOD IT WAS SO F-BEEPEN ANNEOYING !!! IGNORANT B- BEEPS !!! Anyways, ones 8 and the others 7. TODAY, they broke my computer, and then they blamed it on me, and said i did some random stuff when they played some games and did some random stuff to it. Then, they nearly broke my collectibles !! D':< My collectibles are Zoids, which they dont sell anymore in Australia T^T and those collectibles are like antique to me (!!) i love Zoids. ^^. Anyways, afterwards, we were playing on ps2 and whenever i got a good score and went really far in the game and got really good, they erased the game and started a new one. ALL MY EFFORT WAS GONE !! D8< and they kept doing it over and over again. I wanted to kill them, honestly =] . And i couldn't tell my mum or they mum, coz i'd get in trouble once they leave, and my mum would get angry at me for being rude. Anyways, then we played on the computer, and they kept saying "OMG OM WHEN CAN I HAVE A TRY?!! CAN I HAVE A TRY ??! I WANT A TRY!! GIVE ME A TRY!! CAN I HAVE A TRY?!?!" that x1000 times in your ear. I was so D'< i wanted to yell "TOO BAD!!" but i didn't. im sho glad they are gone nao =] What can i do about them for revenge haha??
VERY IMPORTANT! Please heeelp!!! Major "Bug Fogger" health questions! Is after clean up necessary? I'm worried to death right now. I have an attic full of flies, gnats, mosquitos, and a wide array of nightmare creepy crawlies and they've been making their way into the rest of the house so I bought those bug foggers: a box with 3 cans. You set them off with all animals and people evacuated and it says to come back 2 hours later. Nothing about a cleanup. So I set them off all over the place today and have been waiting it out with ferret and hermit crab over my grandparent's house. Then my husband calls from work and tells me his friend mike yocum (also a chemical expert and all about rennaissance man) says that we have to wash EVERYTHING in the apartment because the "chemical residue." I mean wash ALL the dishes even though they were in the cabinets, all the windows, all bedding, couch cushions, all shelves, bookcases and knick nacks: we have TONS of collectibles, that would take a week in itself! Even stuff we wrapped in plastic trash bags because it permeates through. And we could even touch one item that's contaminated and spread the chemical to something clean. PLUS our cageless ferret can't walk on the carpet for 24 hours!!!! (don't worry, we have a babygate so she can't get in the kitchen and the rest of the house I've made 200% ferret proof after years of the little carpet sharks.) Oh crap! I'd have to wash the baby gate too! Itaks covered in duct tape + cardboard so she can't get out! I can't wash cardboard! And all of our loose yugtioh cards! I can't wash all this, most my stuffed animals are antiques and cannot be washed.PLEASE tell me this nightmare is not true and it's not that bad, if there is a cleanup, please tell me the easiest way and the most benign cleaners. My sword collection! What about the leather sheaths? Oh CRAP! Ya, PLEASE HELP! I could kill the company for not putting any warning about this on the box! Ya, I also have to wash our brand new desktop, our flatscreen, EVERYTHING, and when I say wash I mean thouroughly scrub with something that will get rid of the chemical residue. I need a fert safe cleaner though and I really am still hoping I don't even HAVE to clean everything. Has anyone used these before? It's from petco or petsmart, the $15 box of bug foggers. HPENLIFE: um, READ my question. I did. I need to know about cleanup afterwards cause the residue and chemical crap. I just called petco, they said it's true. Omg! But someone else, please post an answer so I can vote it as best. DUSTY: now that's a best answer, thanks.
Crazy Cyco Chaos in a house!? Hello? My mom has gone like.....CRAZY! She took all of my collectibles out of my bedroom, she started cursing at me, she bent my glasses, she slaps me across the face, she almost twisted my arm, she threw my shoe at me this morning, and I don't know why! My dad almost always has to hold her back from hurting me. I didn't do anything to make her go bonkers! I talked to 4 teachers at school today, including the school psychiatrist. I also talked to the principal,my Math teacher, and my Math teacher's assistant teacher. They all said that this is not right. Can someone help me?
I have my parents estate to liquidate. What would be the best way to proceed? I inherited a 110-year old house filled with Victorian furniture, china, pressed, cut and Depression glass, framed art and just about everything else imaginable in the way of antiques and collectibles. I have already contacted antique dealers, estate liquidators and auctioneers. Only one auctioneer was willing to take a few things. This was 6 months ago. he just called me today and said to come and get the stuff, it wasn't selling. All the other people I contacted also indicated that they were overwhelmed right now with estates they couldn't liquidate. I tried Craig's List and having lawn sales without much action. Has the interest in antiques evaporated? I can't do Ebay since you need a credit card to start an account there, you have to pay to place items on to sell, added to the fact that and I'm not shipping sofas across the country! I'd like to start clearing out the house without giving it away. I know how much my parents had invested in it and I need the money! Any suggestions?
Thanks for your quick reply and input!! What about the "Annual" Beckett PG? I have been collecting baseball cards for over 20 years. Got into NASCAR collectibles about 10-12 years ago. My bedroom wall is hanging full of 1:64 scale diecast cars. I have alot of Earnhardt Sr. and JR. cars. The top of our TV in our living room is covered with 1:24 scale cars and I also have some Maxx Racing card sets on it. 2 1990 sets and one 1992 set. I have also put together several sets of my own. I bought an autographed Benny Parsons 1991 Legend card today for practically nothing. I know Beckett makes an "Annual" price guide. Is this guide only made once a year? I'm thinking of ordering the OPG just to look up my racing cards and diecast cars. Is it worth it? I have Jeff Gordons 1992 BGN RC in the Maxx Black Update set along with his 1992 ROY card in Maxx. I also have his 1993 Wheels Rookie Thunder card. The latest PG I have is Jan. of '05 They do not book much in there. The only way I can get any info on there value is by going to Becketts OPG and see what they r selling for. Anyone have any input about the stuff I mentioned? Thx alot..P.S.-I am looking for a 1996 Fleer Ultra Update #10 Dale Earnhardt card. I need it to finish the set..ChasingFever..
Are there any book collectors in here? My brother inherited a huge collection of very old books when his 92 year old friend died. That's not all. He has rented a huge climate control storage unit to keep all her collectibles in. This is everything from the 100 crates of books, art work paintings, antique furniture, etc etc. He told me today that I could sell all of it for him and keep the money if I wanted to. I don't know how to go about getting these things appraised. Any suggestions? I'm in the USA. He told me there are books written by Abraham Lincoln's secretary about Abe. And some civil war books. There are also some very old Grimms Fairy tale books, Some books made of cloth. Pre- Wizard of Oz books called "The Gnome of Oz", and another called "The Cowardly Lion of Oz" Other than these that he mentioned, I haven't had a chance to look through the 100 crates to see them so I don't know what all might be there.
Is this Elvis Presley concert ticket I have real? If so, how much is it worth? I welcome anyone with knowledge of Elvis Presley collectibles or anyone who is a Elvis fan. He was a great Singer/Actor. Anyway i have here a concert ticket that I was hoping you could tell me if it is real or not. i bought it off of eBay. it was sent to me displayed in a screw tight acrylic case like what they use on sport cards. The concert date was for may 30th 1977 at the Asheville Civic Center in NC it is a balcony seat section: 216 Row: A Seat: 11 the background is pinkish colored with white i do see a perforated tear off line above where each ticket is cut. it also has round logos on the back, and the words: quick tick but what makes me suspicious (minded), no pun intended, is the condition of it. it's too perfect looking almost like new condition! can anyone help? I need to know if it is real and also the value if real in today's market. thank you all in advance....... Krazy K
I saw Brady Quinn in California!? I live in Central California, my city is heavily dominated by Raiders and 49ers fans. Anyways, I went to my local Sporting goods store today (Big 5) and noticed the NFL collectible action figures. THE ONLY PLAYER THEY HAD WAS BRADY QUINN!!! What is up with that? I have not seen one Cleveland fan in this whole city in my LIFE! Besides that, he is not even a starter or an elite QB. I could understand seeing All-Pro's like Manning or Peterson. BUT QUINN??? Does anyone else see how this is messed up? Also: Do the stores where you live sell action figures from teams in other states?
I'm Italian... someone can help me? I must do a summary of the following text... but I don't understand all... someone can tell me the key points... The party's over, even for the superrich. High-net-worth individuals, who lived on a scale most of us can't imagine—private jets; megayachts; third, fourth and fifth homes; gleaming AmEx black cards with no limit—are seeing their credit-card bills come due. So they're cutting back, in their own way, by selling the boat, buying ready-to-wear instead of couture and giving up Iranian caviar for breakfast—baby steps. It might sound ridiculous, but they've got to start somewhere. Of course, they don't exactly qualify as Wal-Mart shoppers yet; the ultrawealthy are still ultrawealthy, just slightly less so. In terms of buying power, they remain a force to be reckoned with—and for luxury conglomerates, a demographic to be even more aggressively courted. But the nouveau expenditures of recent memory seem a little gauche when your housekeeper just had her house repossessed and your pool boy is drowning in debt. A new era of less obvious luxury is about to be ushered in, the kind that walks softly and doesn't carry an oversize, logo-covered stick. Foreshadowed by the success of ahead-of-the-curve brands like Bottega Veneta, we can expect the luxury industry to attempt an overnight transformation to understatement. For starters, consumers would be well served to cut out overtly branded handbags with outrageous price tags. "It" bags haven't been where it's at for a while now, and those who continue to carry them look more like fashion victims than trendsetters. The only markets where they continue to be status symbols are in those that are relatively insulated from the financial meltdown, like the Middle East, Russia and India. Although their markets and currencies are being battered, they still have vast reserves of newly minted wealth waiting to be spent, and a burning desire for obvious symbols to affirm their new status. For the rest of the world, however, it's a good time to get back to basics, and with handbags it doesn't get much simpler than the classic tote. The Platonic ideal of carryalls, tote bags can range from humble to haute, but whatever the price point, they share an essential shape that marries classic form with practical function, such as schlepping stacks of bills from the bank to stuff under your mattress. L.L. Bean makes a no-nonsense canvas model for under $20, and Anya Hindmarch's collectible "I Am Not a Plastic Bag" styles are now running upwards of $100 on eBay—quite a mark-up from the less than $10 they originally cost. Those who can't bear to carry something common can opt for Hermès' Garden Party tote in canvas and grain leather that sells for approximately $1,600, giving the bearer subtle bragging rights without any tacky logo overload. When it comes to clothing, it's less clear what to wear when the world appears headed for the poorhouse, but a safe guideline seems to be that if people can easily identify your outfit's price tag, then it's time to change. The legions of wealthy women who typically rely on fashion titles like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar for sartorial guidance should check out the masterful creations from Indian designer Sabyasachi, who shows in both Mumbai's and New York's fashion weeks and retails in a number of important boutiques around the world. Both his Indian and Western collections manage to imbue a humble rural esthetic with the kind of effortless style that the upper classes are constantly straining to achieve. He pairs a sophisticated color palette and print sense with traditional hand embroidery in earth tones and antique gold, instead of excessive eveningwear covered in diamanté and in-your-face sequins. Sabyasachi finds beauty in the everyday people who are all too often dismissed by the upper classes. His creations serve as a reminder that today's masters of the universe might soon become the little people they've grown used to ignoring, so it might be smart to start looking the part. Given the level of anxiety in the air, it wouldn't be surprising if former big spenders have lost their appetite for Michelin-starred meals, which can run into the thousands. With a bit more effort, however, and an open mind, foodies can still eat like kings, and in the process get a little healthier by forgoing fancy restaurants for a local farmers market. Cheaper than organic grocers like Whole Foods, farmers markets cut out the middlemen while offering fresher produce. If you have a hard time swallowing the idea of preparing your own food, consider the example of Jamie Oliver, who has advocated this kind of DIY high-style approach for years—and made millions off it. The telegenic British chef has not only expanded his chain of Italian restaurants but has also taken to promoting wholesome, back-to-basics eating through a national chain of food centers that offer lessons in cooking and nutrition. Once the simple high life becomes routine, th this is the link of the article... this is the link of the article... http://www.newsweek.com/id/172621
C&A Survey by the guy with the luffy username (pictures inside)? Hey guys, I went to Dallas today and I went to the King Tutankhamun exhibition. Today was the last day, it was awesome. There were artifacts and a big golden sarcophagus and Baby coffins. Well I was in Dallas last night and today and I took some pictures to share with my contacts and people who usually answer my questions. I even took a picture of a Tanuki statue :D http://s410.photobucket.com/albums/pp184/shinigamisenbei1993/ I'm sorry that there are no pictures of the exhbition, they didnt allow cameras :( http://s410.photobucket.com/albums/pp184/shinigamisenbei1993/ Okay anime survey 1. Which anime character would you like to have as a body pillow? 2. Name a character that reminds you of someone 3. Who do they remind you of? 4. Make up an ice cream flavor named after an anime character Example: Cherry Garcia- Jerry Garcia 5. Have you ever cosplayed? If so, who? If not, who would you dress up as? 6. Which anime do you want to see on a collectible cup? Example-http://nerddads.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/wolvie_slurpees.jpg 7. Which preschool show should be turned in a violent anime? Example- Blues clues could be turned into a murder mystery and all the clues have blue paw prints XD. Or... http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs43/f/2009/094/e/3/Death_Note_x_Blues_Clues_by_DaddyYankee4x.jpg Well have a great day/night
Just Out Of Curiosity, How Long Does It Take For Velcro To Be Fully Attached? Today I bought two strips of the stuff so as to fix my plastic, classic collectible Don Post Darth Vader mask.... Erm I mean to fix some ordinary household objects that wouldnt cost any money at all if any burglars came in and decided to steal something. Seriously though, it says on the packet something like "Heavy Duty" stick on strips to the weight of 15kg. *Decides to weigh himself* Should I leave the velcro on overnight for it to be fully adhesive or can I use the thing that I velcroed now - I attached it about ten minutes ago and theres a Master Replica Anakin Skywalker Lightsaber raring to be ignited along with the Darth Vad- um the ordinary household object which is of uh, no monetary value. In short how long does it take for velcro to be REALLY strong. I really should have posted this question on the 3rd of May so I could have celebrated May The 4th - Star Wars Day in style, not like I'm a Harrison Ford fanatic or something *Eyes swivel left and right.*
I encounter a problem in online shopping,can anybody help me? Now I live in Sydney.I bought a collectible figure from an online store located on VIC on 6th June.When placing the order it provided three types of payment methods:direct bak deposit,paypal and credit card.I chose the first one that time. I placed order and paid immediately via direct bank deposit plus an email notifying them that i havd paid the money.Cause it was weekend,I waited for two day for their reply. However,till now I donnot receive any reply from them.In the mean time i actively sent approximately 5 emails,but all of them were reported by the mail system as a failure in delivery to the recipient(I suspected all the email addresses are false).Today i made a phone call according to the telephone number on its website,but the system told me that the number I dialled was disconneted or unavilable. Now my order status is still pending in MyAccount on that website. I cannot contact them via all methods I can choose and I have paid for the goods.What shoud I do now?
I encounter a problem in online buying an anime figure,can anybody help me? Now I live in Sydney.I bought a collectible figure from an online store located on VIC.When placing the order it provided three types of payment methods:direct bak deposit,paypal and credit card.I chose the first one that time. I placed order and paid immediately via direct bank deposit plus an email notifying them that i havd paid the money.Cause it was weekend,I waited for two day for their reply. However,till now I donnot receive any reply from them.In the mean time i actively sent approximately 5 emails,but all of them were reported by the mail system as a failure in delivery to the recipient(I suspected all the email addresses are false).Today i made a phone call according to the telephone number on its website,but the system told me that the number I dialled was disconneted or unavilable. Now my order status is still pending in MyAccount on that website. I cannot contact them via all methods
Need Your Help please read! Long but worth it! Im desperate...? Basically I love this girl so much i cant breathe when things between us are going wrong at all. But everytime i see her i feel whole and its the only time i can be myself. Ive loved her ever since i first layed eyes on her and havent stopped since. She still has feelings for me and has told her friends so but we dated for three years and she wants to make sure things are for sure i guess o and just FYI I was the best boy friend a friend could ask for so its not like im trying to prove myself thats actually a disadvantage cause ive been so good to her already:( but now she is starting to like the 2nd guy since weve split and ive been acting like i dont really like her like i used to even though i think she can see through it i havent actually told her how i feel. Now im worried i might not ever get the chance b.c. shes told me she wants to be forward and she likes this guy. But everything in my heart body and soul tells me we are still meant to be. I literally cant imagine a future without her and mind you weve been split for almost a year... So my question is basically can you please give me your opinion on this idea especially the ladies! But basically im thinking reciting this poem to her in front of her and first telling her a lil bout how i feel then just asking for one last chance to hear me out. I plan on trying to also have most of our close friends and family present so that im declaring my love to her in front of all of them. So basically heres the poem. remember i will be saying it. Could it be that the one that I counted on for forever and a day Can simply walk away? I can’t deal with this anymore Can’t just pick up and clinch my fist anymore I’ve told everybody in my life That I just can’t live without you by my side Real quick I want let you to know this will be the last time So please let me go ahead and tell you this please don’t cry Afterwards you can seal it with a kiss. Let me see how can I put this so she knows???? HERREE IT GOES….. See the problem is that I knew youll never understand Now I know that youll see that im the man The only way I can explain this is Every time im with you….im me And every time im not….. thats the only thing I cant be I’ve gotta tell you before it done for good If I had a chance to go back and change anything Theres not one thing I would Yea id still show you what its like to Have somebody who lovessss you. Id still give you that bear That goodnight kiss yea itd still be there Id hold your hand at the doctors every last time Afterwards id still go home and cry Id stay up late thinking about what I got myself into Then id wake and hope I get to see you Id listen to you about your dad Id still Try to make you forget the past you’ve had Id sell all my old collectible wrestlers Just so I could get a Christmas gift that showed how much I loved her We would still stay on the phone Until the other one was home Making sure your safe and tucked away Id never miss any of your best friends plays Make sure to make all our days our the bestest days I’d still laugh at each and every funny face We be jumping around and wrestling all over the place I’d stay on you about those grades Even if it meant you’d hate me all day today I’d still buy you the roses with the yellow and red Cause it stands for friendship and love And you know we were always best friends But most of all i’d still get lost in those beautiful blue green eyes They make it feel like you can stop time My heart cant give up on you But believe me it tries I stare into those beautiful blue green eyes And I see the future Me you a house and kids Please tell me you remember this But, now a days….. I still try time and time again To tell myself to forget about just a friend I still know you and I are meant to be You have everything I need Without you my heart is truly empty But with you my souls complete I still know that we’d have the world’s cutest babies And that they’d like me more baby I still know you are my everything And we can erase all this pain I still know we can write history If only I could get you to kiss me I love you from the depths of my soul Wanna hold your hand when were old Everyone tells me im crazy That I can do better To just give up, you aint coming back to me That ill never have you NEVER Well I don’t believe the things there telling me I believe in romance and dance I believe in giving prefect one more chance I may not be the best I have flaws many you kno the best But I do do know one thing I LOVE YOU MORE THAN THE REST I know I need you to please Don’t give up on me I need you to believe I know its scary The chances of success are real barely And what happens if it don’t work out Well then what your doing now will always be around I know I don’t want to take the chance or shot in the blue I know Ill go away live happy if I get one more chance with you. So even though there’s a lot I know There’s still one thing don’t It happens to be the question that’s most important to me For this god I use my last wish Ill have to start it off by getting on one knee I can’t believe I’m doing this I then ask you the following question Stephanie Will you please marry me You can seal it with a kiss! P.s. also just so you know we have been split for a year but weve still hung out like 24/7 most of the time and as recently as last week she was saying how she wants this and that and all this stuff when she gets older and i was like"you better marry someone who is rich" and she said"you better get rich then huh" she always mentions how we are gonna get married one day but as soon as i get interested she backs up again.....
MCR fans!!!!! Just wondering...ao i'm asking a question...? Did you get the letter from Mikey through MCRs website? Hey Guys and Gals, We have all been anxiously waiting for June 24th. On this day, the DVD/CD entitled "The Black Parade is Dead" hits stores, online outlets, and other avenues. Starting today, you'll be able to preorder said DVD/CD directly from theblackparadeisdead.com. It depicts the final "Black Parade" show in all of its arena-rock glory, live from Mexico City this past Fall. We also decided to include a video of the intimate show we had at New Jersey's legendary club, Maxwells, this past October. We played one of our very first shows on that stage, and it was amazing to be on it once again. These shows were some of the most memorable and fun we've ever had onstage. The kids at the Mexico City show actually overpowered the PA, and their voices were deafening. The Maxwells show was complete pandemonium, and the video captures the feeling of and old school MCR show, the way it was way back when. I want to apologize for the wait, as we wanted to make sure that it was absolutely perfect for your viewing pleasure. With the pre-order, you are entitled to 3 DRM-free download of select tracks from the Mexico City show (Mama, Dead, and Welcome to the Black Parade). Inside the special edition, you'll find the DVD tucked inside of a collectible pinewood coffin box with our logo burned into the top. Also, inside, you will receive 1 of 5 Day of The Dead-esque masks we each designed. We had a blast designing them, and hope you have a blast wearing them, (or whatever else you choose to do with them). The special edition also contains a "death certificate of authenticity with our signatures printed on it. This edition if extremely limited, so if you want one, pre-order sooner than later. We are almost finished with our special intimate theater tour and it's been insane. Some of venues we haven't played in many years, and flood my head with fond memories. It's amazing to be able to share with all of our fans old and new. We love each and every one of you, and hope you have as much fun watching it as we had making it. Regards Mikeyway
When did "Winchester-Western Duck & Pheasant Load" shotgun shells stop being sold as such? Today I visited a farm and its new owners. I found a spent shotgun shell that appears to have been there quite some time. Red plastic, "W-W" headstamp, 12 gauge, 2 3/4 inch, printed with "Winchester Western 6 Duck & Pheasant Load." I'm trying to come up with even a ballpark of how old it might be. I assure you I know less than nothing about guns or hunting, but I *do* know how to use the internet, and it appears that anything that used to be called "Winchester-Western" now is just called "Winchester." They have no products on their website with this name or anything close. I've seen collectible/vintage boxes of what appears to be this exact product for sale on eBay where the packaging looks kind of fifties-ish, but I can find no mention of a year on any of these sales. Can anyone narrow down the timeframe on this thing for me at all? Even if just to say "Winchester stopped using the Western name in 19XX" is better than the nothing I got now. Thanks!
How stupid could you be - stupid enough to ask for a change for $1 million bill at a grocery store? How stupid could you be - stupid enough to ask for a change for $1 million bill at a grocery store. An unidentified Pittsburgh man went into a rage-rant at a local grocery store, when he attempted to pay with one million dollar bill at the Giant Eagle, but the cashier refused to accept the "tender". The bill was, of course, fake. The Treasury has never printed one million dollar bill and probably never will, besides the fact that you won't find such a large amount of cash in any bank branch throughout the country, not to mention a grocery store. But stupid is what stupid does and the one million dollar bill was quickly arrested. He carried no ID on him, and refused to tell the police his name, but this will not save him from being charged with felony. Currently in circulation the highest dollar bill is with a face value of $100, although the largest denomination of currency ever printed was the $100,000 Series 1934 Gold Certificate featuring the portrait of President Wilson, but never released for public circulation, only for official transactions between Federal Reserve Banks. Currency in denominations of $500, $1,000, $5,000 and $10,000 were pulled out of distribution in 1969, however, these notes are legal tender and may still be found in circulation today. According to the U.S. Treasury, the most common "one million dollar bill" is a nonnegotiable platinum certificates known as a "One Million Dollar Special Issue", originally sold by a Canadian firm for $1.00 each as a collectible item and are not redeemable.
Need you help. Is this a good way to ake my ex to marry me? Basically I love this girl so much i cant breathe when things between us are going wrong at all. But everytime i see her i feel whole and its the only time i can be myself. Ive loved her ever since i first layed eyes on her and havent stopped since. She still has feelings for me and has told her friends so but we dated for three years and she wants to make sure things are for sure i guess o and just FYI I was the best boy friend a friend could ask for so its not like im trying to prove myself thats actually a disadvantage cause ive been so good to her already:( but now she is starting to like the 2nd guy since weve split and ive been acting like i dont really like her like i used to even though i think she can see through it i havent actually told her how i feel. Now im worried i might not ever get the chance b.c. shes told me she wants to be forward and she likes this guy. But everything in my heart body and soul tells me we are still meant to be. I literally cant imagine a future without her and mind you weve been split for almost a year... So my question is basically can you please give me your opinion on this idea especially the ladies! But basically im thinking reciting this poem to her in front of her and first telling her a lil bout how i feel then just asking for one last chance to hear me out. I plan on trying to also have most of our close friends and family present so that im declaring my love to her in front of all of them. So basically heres the poem. remember i will be saying it. Could it be that the one that I counted on for forever and a day Can simply walk away? I can’t deal with this anymore Can’t just pick up and clinch my fist anymore I’ve told everybody in my life That I just can’t live without you by my side Real quick I want let you to know this will be the last time So please let me go ahead and tell you this please don’t cry Afterwards you can seal it with a kiss. Let me see how can I put this so she knows???? HERREE IT GOES….. See the problem is that I knew youll never understand Now I know that youll see that im the man The only way I can explain this is Every time im with you….im me And every time im not….. thats the only thing I cant be I’ve gotta tell you before it done for good If I had a chance to go back and change anything Theres not one thing I would Yea id still show you what its like to Have somebody who lovessss you. Id still give you that bear That goodnight kiss yea itd still be there Id hold your hand at the doctors every last time Afterwards id still go home and cry Id stay up late thinking about what I got myself into Then id wake and hope I get to see you Id listen to you about your dad Id still Try to make you forget the past you’ve had Id sell all my old collectible wrestlers Just so I could get a Christmas gift that showed how much I loved her We would still stay on the phone Until the other one was home Making sure your safe and tucked away Id never miss any of your best friends plays Make sure to make all our days our the bestest days I’d still laugh at each and every funny face We be jumping around and wrestling all over the place I’d stay on you about those grades Even if it meant you’d hate me all day today I’d still buy you the roses with the yellow and red Cause it stands for friendship and love And you know we were always best friends But most of all i’d still get lost in those beautiful blue green eyes They make it feel like you can stop time My heart cant give up on you But believe me it tries I stare into those beautiful blue green eyes And I see the future Me you a house and kids Please tell me you remember this But, now a days….. I still try time and time again To tell myself to forget about just a friend I still know you and I are meant to be You have everything I need Without you my heart is truly empty But with you my souls complete I still know that we’d have the world’s cutest babies And that they’d like me more baby I still know you are my everything And we can erase all this pain I still know we can write history If only I could get you to kiss me I love you from the depths of my soul Wanna hold your hand when were old Everyone tells me im crazy That I can do better To just give up, you aint coming back to me That ill never have you NEVER Well I don’t believe the things there telling me I believe in romance and dance I believe in giving prefect one more chance I may not be the best I have flaws many you kno the best But I do do know one thing I LOVE YOU MORE THAN THE REST I know I need you to please Don’t give up on me I need you to believe I know its scary The chances of success are real barely And what happens if it don’t work out Well then what your doing now will always be around I know I don’t want to take the chance or shot in the blue I know Ill go away live happy if I get one more chance with you. So even though there’s a lot I know There’s still one thing don’t It happens to be the question that’s most important to me For this god I use my last wish Ill have to start it off by getting on one knee I can’t believe I’m doing this I then ask you the following question Stephanie Will you please marry me You can seal it with a kiss! P.s. also just so you know we have been split for a year but weve still hung out like 24/7 most of the time and as recently as last week she was saying how she wants this and that and all this stuff when she gets older and i was like"you better marry someone who is rich" and she said"you better get rich then huh" she always mentions how we are gonna get married one day but as soon as i get interested she backs up again.....
Did my mom over react? today after school she came out of nowhere and said she was pissed at me. ok so i was thinkin "god, what did i do now?" so shes shows me this newspaper of Obama when he got elected, and on the back was a lady with pen drawings on her (the paper was flipped over like that when i drew on it) then she just explodes in my face all yelling at me saying "that the newspaper was a fuckin collectible and now its worthless because your ass drew on it" ok, i drew on it over 3 months ago, and at the time i didnt know it was worth anything. all i saw was a newspaper sitting next to my drawing stuff, and the next day it was gone because i thought she either threw it away, or put it in the outside closet to be used as cage linig. i mean come on, how the crap was i supposed to know that it was valuable?! give me a break here... crap! i put this in the wrong cattegorie >_> Julian, she did punish me, and other people, you dont understand my mom, doesnt matter how many times i say sorry about it, cuz she wont believe my sorries for shit
can you do a summary?... please...? The party's over, even for the superrich. High-net-worth individuals, who lived on a scale most of us can't imagine—private jets; megayachts; third, fourth and fifth homes; gleaming AmEx black cards with no limit—are seeing their credit-card bills come due. So they're cutting back, in their own way, by selling the boat, buying ready-to-wear instead of couture and giving up Iranian caviar for breakfast—baby steps. It might sound ridiculous, but they've got to start somewhere. Of course, they don't exactly qualify as Wal-Mart shoppers yet; the ultrawealthy are still ultrawealthy, just slightly less so. In terms of buying power, they remain a force to be reckoned with—and for luxury conglomerates, a demographic to be even more aggressively courted. But the nouveau expenditures of recent memory seem a little gauche when your housekeeper just had her house repossessed and your pool boy is drowning in debt. A new era of less obvious luxury is about to be ushered in, the kind that walks softly and doesn't carry an oversize, logo-covered stick. Foreshadowed by the success of ahead-of-the-curve brands like Bottega Veneta, we can expect the luxury industry to attempt an overnight transformation to understatement. For starters, consumers would be well served to cut out overtly branded handbags with outrageous price tags. "It" bags haven't been where it's at for a while now, and those who continue to carry them look more like fashion victims than trendsetters. The only markets where they continue to be status symbols are in those that are relatively insulated from the financial meltdown, like the Middle East, Russia and India. Although their markets and currencies are being battered, they still have vast reserves of newly minted wealth waiting to be spent, and a burning desire for obvious symbols to affirm their new status. For the rest of the world, however, it's a good time to get back to basics, and with handbags it doesn't get much simpler than the classic tote. The Platonic ideal of carryalls, tote bags can range from humble to haute, but whatever the price point, they share an essential shape that marries classic form with practical function, such as schlepping stacks of bills from the bank to stuff under your mattress. L.L. Bean makes a no-nonsense canvas model for under $20, and Anya Hindmarch's collectible "I Am Not a Plastic Bag" styles are now running upwards of $100 on eBay—quite a mark-up from the less than $10 they originally cost. Those who can't bear to carry something common can opt for Hermès' Garden Party tote in canvas and grain leather that sells for approximately $1,600, giving the bearer subtle bragging rights without any tacky logo overload. When it comes to clothing, it's less clear what to wear when the world appears headed for the poorhouse, but a safe guideline seems to be that if people can easily identify your outfit's price tag, then it's time to change. The legions of wealthy women who typically rely on fashion titles like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar for sartorial guidance should check out the masterful creations from Indian designer Sabyasachi, who shows in both Mumbai's and New York's fashion weeks and retails in a number of important boutiques around the world. Both his Indian and Western collections manage to imbue a humble rural esthetic with the kind of effortless style that the upper classes are constantly straining to achieve. He pairs a sophisticated color palette and print sense with traditional hand embroidery in earth tones and antique gold, instead of excessive eveningwear covered in diamanté and in-your-face sequins. Sabyasachi finds beauty in the everyday people who are all too often dismissed by the upper classes. His creations serve as a reminder that today's masters of the universe might soon become the little people they've grown used to ignoring, so it might be smart to start looking the part. Given the level of anxiety in the air, it wouldn't be surprising if former big spenders have lost their appetite for Michelin-starred meals, which can run into the thousands. With a bit more effort, however, and an open mind, foodies can still eat like kings, and in the process get a little healthier by forgoing fancy restaurants for a local farmers market. Cheaper than organic grocers like Whole Foods, farmers markets cut out the middlemen while offering fresher produce. If you have a hard time swallowing the idea of preparing your own food, consider the example of Jamie Oliver, who has advocated this kind of DIY high-style approach for years—and made millions off it. The telegenic British chef has not only expanded his chain of Italian restaurants but has also taken to promoting wholesome, back-to-basics eating through a national chain of food centers that offer lessons in cooking and nutrition. Once the simple high life becomes routine, the newly restrained rich might find that they don't miss the high-maintenance demands of their old lifestyles, the per I'm italian, I think that this text is difficul, someone can help me to understant it better...?
Is this a good way to ask my ex to marry me? Basically I love this girl so much i cant breathe when things between us are going wrong at all. But everytime i see her i feel whole and its the only time i can be myself. Ive loved her ever since i first layed eyes on her and havent stopped since. She still has feelings for me and has told her friends so but we dated for three years and she wants to make sure things are for sure i guess o and just FYI I was the best boy friend a friend could ask for so its not like im trying to prove myself thats actually a disadvantage cause ive been so good to her already:( but now she is starting to like the 2nd guy since weve split and ive been acting like i dont really like her like i used to even though i think she can see through it i havent actually told her how i feel. Now im worried i might not ever get the chance b.c. shes told me she wants to be forward and she likes this guy. But everything in my heart body and soul tells me we are still meant to be. I literally cant imagine a future without her and mind you weve been split for almost a year... So my question is basically can you please give me your opinion on this idea especially the ladies! But basically im thinking reciting this poem to her in front of her and first telling her a lil bout how i feel then just asking for one last chance to hear me out. I plan on trying to also have most of our close friends and family present so that im declaring my love to her in front of all of them. So basically heres the poem. remember i will be saying it. Could it be that the one that I counted on for forever and a day Can simply walk away? I can’t deal with this anymore Can’t just pick up and clinch my fist anymore I’ve told everybody in my life That I just can’t live without you by my side Real quick I want let you to know this will be the last time So please let me go ahead and tell you this please don’t cry Afterwards you can seal it with a kiss. Let me see how can I put this so she knows???? HERREE IT GOES….. See the problem is that I knew youll never understand Now I know that youll see that im the man The only way I can explain this is Every time im with you….im me And every time im not….. thats the only thing I cant be I’ve gotta tell you before it done for good If I had a chance to go back and change anything Theres not one thing I would Yea id still show you what its like to Have somebody who lovessss you. Id still give you that bear That goodnight kiss yea itd still be there Id hold your hand at the doctors every last time Afterwards id still go home and cry Id stay up late thinking about what I got myself into Then id wake and hope I get to see you Id listen to you about your dad Id still Try to make you forget the past you’ve had Id sell all my old collectible wrestlers Just so I could get a Christmas gift that showed how much I loved her We would still stay on the phone Until the other one was home Making sure your safe and tucked away Id never miss any of your best friends plays Make sure to make all our days our the bestest days I’d still laugh at each and every funny face We be jumping around and wrestling all over the place I’d stay on you about those grades Even if it meant you’d hate me all day today I’d still buy you the roses with the yellow and red Cause it stands for friendship and love And you know we were always best friends But most of all i’d still get lost in those beautiful blue green eyes They make it feel like you can stop time My heart cant give up on you But believe me it tries I stare into those beautiful blue green eyes And I see the future Me you a house and kids Please tell me you remember this But, now a days….. I still try time and time again To tell myself to forget about just a friend I still know you and I are meant to be You have everything I need Without you my heart is truly empty But with you my souls complete I still know that we’d have the world’s cutest babies And that they’d like me more baby I still know you are my everything And we can erase all this pain I still know we can write history If only I could get you to kiss me I love you from the depths of my soul Wanna hold your hand when were old Everyone tells me im crazy That I can do better To just give up, you aint coming back to me That ill never have you NEVER Well I don’t believe the things there telling me I believe in romance and dance I believe in giving prefect one more chance I may not be the best I have flaws many you kno the best But I do do know one thing I LOVE YOU MORE THAN THE REST I know I need you to please Don’t give up on me I need you to believe I know its scary The chances of success are real barely And what happens if it don’t work out Well then what your doing now will always be around I know I don’t want to take the chance or shot in the blue I know Ill go away live happy if I get one more chance with you. So even though there’s a lot I know There’s still one thing don’t It happens to be the question that’s most important to me For this god I use my last wish Ill have to start it off by getting on one knee I can’t believe I’m doing this I then ask you the following question Stephanie Will you please marry me You can seal it with a kiss! P.s. also just so you know we have been split for a year but weve still hung out like 24/7 most of the time and as recently as last week she was saying how she wants this and that and all this stuff when she gets older and i was like"you better marry someone who is rich" and she said"you better get rich then huh" she always mentions how we are gonna get married one day but as soon as i get interested she backs up again.....
Need your help. Is this a good way to ask an ex that im still in love with to marry me? Basically I love this girl so much i cant breathe when things between us are going wrong at all. But everytime i see her i feel whole and its the only time i can be myself. Ive loved her ever since i first layed eyes on her and havent stopped since. She still has feelings for me and has told her friends so but we dated for three years and she wants to make sure things are for sure i guess o and just FYI I was the best boy friend a friend could ask for so its not like im trying to prove myself thats actually a disadvantage cause ive been so good to her already:( but now she is starting to like the 2nd guy since weve split and ive been acting like i dont really like her like i used to even though i think she can see through it i havent actually told her how i feel. Now im worried i might not ever get the chance b.c. shes told me she wants to be forward and she likes this guy. But everything in my heart body and soul tells me we are still meant to be. I literally cant imagine a future without her and mind you weve been split for almost a year... So my question is basically can you please give me your opinion on this idea especially the ladies! But basically im thinking reciting this poem to her in front of her and first telling her a lil bout how i feel then just asking for one last chance to hear me out. I plan on trying to also have most of our close friends and family present so that im declaring my love to her in front of all of them. So basically heres the poem. remember i will be saying it. Could it be that the one that I counted on for forever and a day Can simply walk away? I can’t deal with this anymore Can’t just pick up and clinch my fist anymore I’ve told everybody in my life That I just can’t live without you by my side Real quick I want let you to know this will be the last time So please let me go ahead and tell you this please don’t cry Afterwards you can seal it with a kiss. Let me see how can I put this so she knows???? HERREE IT GOES….. See the problem is that I knew youll never understand Now I know that youll see that im the man The only way I can explain this is Every time im with you….im me And every time im not….. thats the only thing I cant be I’ve gotta tell you before it done for good If I had a chance to go back and change anything Theres not one thing I would Yea id still show you what its like to Have somebody who lovessss you. Id still give you that bear That goodnight kiss yea itd still be there Id hold your hand at the doctors every last time Afterwards id still go home and cry Id stay up late thinking about what I got myself into Then id wake and hope I get to see you Id listen to you about your dad Id still Try to make you forget the past you’ve had Id sell all my old collectible wrestlers Just so I could get a Christmas gift that showed how much I loved her We would still stay on the phone Until the other one was home Making sure your safe and tucked away Id never miss any of your best friends plays Make sure to make all our days our the bestest days I’d still laugh at each and every funny face We be jumping around and wrestling all over the place I’d stay on you about those grades Even if it meant you’d hate me all day today I’d still buy you the roses with the yellow and red Cause it stands for friendship and love And you know we were always best friends But most of all i’d still get lost in those beautiful blue green eyes They make it feel like you can stop time My heart cant give up on you But believe me it tries I stare into those beautiful blue green eyes And I see the future Me you a house and kids Please tell me you remember this But, now a days….. I still try time and time again To tell myself to forget about just a friend I still know you and I are meant to be You have everything I need Without you my heart is truly empty But with you my souls complete I still know that we’d have the world’s cutest babies And that they’d like me more baby I still know you are my everything And we can erase all this pain I still know we can write history If only I could get you to kiss me I love you from the depths of my soul Wanna hold your hand when were old Everyone tells me im crazy That I can do better To just give up, you aint coming back to me That ill never have you NEVER Well I don’t believe the things there telling me I believe in romance and dance I believe in giving prefect one more chance I may not be the best I have flaws many you kno the best But I do do know one thing I LOVE YOU MORE THAN THE REST I know I need you to please Don’t give up on me I need you to believe I know its scary The chances of success are real barely And what happens if it don’t work out Well then what your doing now will always be around I know I don’t want to take the chance or shot in the blue I know Ill go away live happy if I get one more chance with you. So even though there’s a lot I know There’s still one thing don’t It happens to be the question that’s most important to me For this god I use my last wish Ill have to start it off by getting on one knee I can’t believe I’m doing this I then ask you the following question Stephanie Will you please marry me You can seal it with a kiss! To the answers that have already been given: Thank you also just so you know we have been split for a year but weve still hung out like 24/7 most of the time and as recently as last week she was saying how she wants this and that and all this stuff when she gets older and i was like"you better marry someone who is rich" and she said"you better get rich then huh" she always mentions how we are gonna get married one day but as soon as i get interested she backs up again.....
Does anybody know the collectible value of a Hot Wheels Train Set from the 1980's? I hava a very nice 1984-85 Stow and Go Hot Wheels Freight Yard train set that I would like to sell, but I can't get anywhere with a search, other than ebay. One just like mine sold today for $76.00. It is in perfect condition, with all the track and 4 cars, including a scale model of Santa Fe engine, and caboose. I don't want to sell on line, but to a private collector. I would like to know the value so he doesn't gyp me out of it's true worth. Help anyone? Thanks.
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