Discussions of the day

OK...we are moving away from diesel and petrol powered vehicles into electric and other forms of power...the vehicles we have are already now looking very much the same...and boring.....what about a fresh start? The new vehicles DO NOT need to look anything like the old ones...how about something radical? How about a new type of vehicle that is really fun?...or is that expecting too much from our current carmakers?
Liane H
I miss my little convertible Peugeot.206 such a cute car and easy to zip in and out of parking spaces.
17-Mar-23

You have just been asked to be married. Would it bother you if your diamond engagement ring or wedding ring set was designed and produced in a lab? Or would only a real diamond be acceptable?
PEN15
I just don\u2019t understand the appeal of expensive jewellery. As long as you like the way it looks and feels, then why would you care how much it\u2019s worth?
14-Mar-23

Do people use manners these days, or are they not needed or outdated? One of the first words my children learnt was "ta" and if they wanted something they would point and say "ta ta". Now no-one seems to say please, thank you or certainly not excuse me. Why is that? The boy living next door to me never speaks as he walks past. He was born there and has known me all of his life, yet he has never once said "hello" even when I'm having a conversation with his parents,...
Luna
Did you ever stop and think that their son has anxiety or something else going on and he simply can't answer? The fact that you don't even think about why a person doesn't say hello back is rude in itself. Are you so self absorbed that that you think everyone just needs to behave the way you want them to? The fact his parents don't force him is a good thing.
10-Mar-23

Where do you turn to for advice on retirement village and aged care? Or what's your experience with these
Pearlz
There is My Aged Care but while the mandates are still in place I wouldn't leave one of my cats in an aged care facility. My mother had been in a nursing home for some years before Covid but when they introduced the vaccine mandates almost half the staff left and the place soon fell apart. The residents were neglected as there simply weren't enough staff, the food was terrible, visitors were prevented from visiting and the residents were prevented from going out and every time a resident tested positive they were all locked in their rooms. Prisoners were treated better. My mother had an infection which had previously been tested for regularly, it caused her to have a heart attack, then someone fell on her breaking her knee then another infection went undiagnosed or treated and she died. I lodged a formal complaint 6 months ago and am still waiting for a reply. It was cruel, unkind and over the top and our aged deserve much better. So until sanity prevails and things get back to normal I'd steer clear of the aged care system.
07-Mar-23

Are drivers impatient & need to speed with even road rage involved? Do you get upset and scared, particularly when they tail gate you, right on your bumper? What do you do?
Michelle S 553303
I just want to share my brother's story here as it relates to speed and the impact this has on other drivers. In August 2019 my brother left my father's home as he had recieved a text on his phone alerting him to a change of plans on the part of the woman he had just started seeing, so instead of staying overnight with my dad as he had planned to, he decided to drive the 3 hours to see this lady. He was about to leave Dad's house but came back up the stairs to the patio, hugged my dad and told him he'd see him again shortly. My dad was only 2 weeks away from his 80th birthday and both my family and my brother's, including his 3 children aged 14, 13 and 11, would be going out fora rare family meal to celebrate. As my mother had been dead for 16 years at that time and lived alone, this event was to be a big deal! After my brother left at 7:30pm and headed out towards the freeman back to home locality, as this new lady (he was recently divorced).h2e was in a hurry to get to his destination and enjoy the company of this woman. At about 8:15pm an elderly couple just driving home saw a car flying along so fast that they both remarked to each other "well he's certainly in a hurry to get somewhere" and my brother's car went out of their view.There WAS other traffic on the road that saw my brother fly past them but I have no knowledge of their statements to the Police. Shortly after passing the elderly couple my brother hit a large rock which must have been slightly off the actual road surface and he lost control and the car was observed to flip up in the air and spin several times before landing back on earth and immediately bursting into flames. We did not know until after the autopsy that my brother died of a broken neck before the car burst into flames and neither did the couple that were several minutes behind when they came upon the wreck, nor did the other motorists who were just going about their evening only to come upon a burning crash which, although we know that a couple of men DID try to get close enough to the vehicle to try and drag my brother out, but it was impossible to do and far too late anyway! So on that ordinary August evening my brother died due to driving over 30km/h over the speed limit depriving his children of their dearly loved father, and all these innocent road users were left with nightmares and PTSD from seeing a burning car and smelling burning fkesh being totally unable to do anything except for calling 000 and a lady waited for a date who would NEVER arrive! I was at home with both my daughters watching TV and sorting out grass for our guinea pigs when there was a knock at the door. As it was past midnight abd we were not t expecting company my girls and I looked at each other wondering who could it be and so I got up and went to answer it. I found 2 Police Officers standing there and the Sargent asked to come inside as he had some "bad news" to tell me. At that moment I was thinking which one of my 3 sons it was who was dead. When he said that it was my brother I admit to being relieved. I realised then that my sister-in-law had sent them to me so that I would go and break the news to my father.I saw the Police to the door, got dressed and left on the 90 minute trip to my father's home. Telling him that his much loved only son was dead was the HARDEST thing I have ever had to do. I know that this is terribly long and I apologise but I wanted to explain how the most mundane nights can change MANY lives forever if you speed! It kills! Thanks for reading.
08-Mar-23

With the unpredictable economy and increasing mortgage rate, would you rather stay as an employee or start your own business?
BLM
I prefer my option. I retired on a 100% disability (other words my monthly federal civil service retirement checks (USA) are tax free) - I have been retired for over 24 years and counting - Life is Good (anyone for me :-))!
11-Mar-23

With so many streaming services and heaps of channels, I often don't know what to watch. Is there something you would recommend that's airing at the moment? I'm watching The last of Us on Foxtel, but it's limited episodes left. So needs some inspiration on what to watch next whether it be movies, TV series or a documentary series. I love them all. I have multiple streaming services so recommendations from any please.
BLM
I don't have any 'streaming services' (aka a cheap bastard - lol) on my computer - also I don't 'own' a TV - hence - I don't have 'any' suggestions on what to watch next. CIAO
06-Mar-23

Growing up, I had great girl friendships. In high school, when we discussed boys we liked, we cheered on each other's hopes to date said boys we individually liked. But there was that one girl friend, who would go after every boy we liked. She was beautiful, and really fun to hang out with, but I'd say this was a big no-no in our sisters' club. I've always been loyal to my friends and just to women in general. From my mother, sisters and girlfriends growing up...
blunder boy
there are some things you just don't do,, like you wouldn't take a dog called [shark] to the beach, I guess some relationships are like algebra you look at your x and wonder y
09-Mar-23

There are a lot of people out there who know the answer...come on please help!!!
Nanone
Stop anyone that is not an Australian Citizen from buying property in our country. The cost of property has sky rocketed over the last few years making it hard for people to buy their own home. Lots of other countries won't let non citizens purchase homes and it is about time the Government stepped in.
21-Nov-21

We all have our differences when it comes to raising children, what are your views on public & private schooling? Do the pros outweigh the cons when you're looking at a much bigger price tag for education?
Lorraine M 1109115
All my children went to public schools, and both have good careers, PRIVATE schools are way way over priced and I believe the education isn't really focused on the real issues of today like (1) trade subjects, (2) Business Management and more, private schools are more into religion and that's not important in getting a real career, teachers are more dedicated to helping the kids in the public school system too. PUBLIC schooling gets my vote.
04-Mar-23

I have 2 American staffy boys who I'm sure they have their own thoughts and opinions. That's not to worry bout. What is to worry about is what they would say aloud if they could talk. What pets do our fellow Rewardians have to put up with? And if your pet had a voice, what are some of the things your pet would say to you?
Sand
The cat "I'm hungry, I'm hungry, I'm hungry..." and she already conveys that very well. The dog "I love you all so much. Wanna play? Is that a treat? I Iove you. I love you"
22-Feb-23

I was arrested and interviewed for 2 and a half hours. My ex is a policeman and has an avo out on me, I sent text messages thru a court appointed app about our children, no swearing, no threats just related to our children. Just because he's a policeman, I get arrested and now could get a charge because he's offended that he feels I'm questioning his parenting skills. The police in Australia are using the system to bully and harass their ex-partners.
PatCat
AS A YOUNG ADULT I HEARD ABOUT POLICE TAKING BENEFITS FROM SMALL BUSINESS, things like lollies, cigarettes all to be handed over for free to police, also the overwhelming corruption in the treatment of prostitutes by the police, I thought this had been corrected as I grew up but the last few years seem to show that such is not the case, some people cannot be trusted even with small powers because it leads to belief they can do whatever they want just by the power of wearing the uniform.
25-Feb-23

Should those under the age of 18, be subjected to curfews if they are out and about...esp late at night... without an adult present? My thinking is it would help lower the crime rate...if there was a law in place! It's too easy for them to get up to --mischief, use fake IDs to get into... Pubs and clubs. Steal cars, and commit break and enter In residential and business premises. Isn't it time... the law was harder and more protective of our younger generation?
allin7/4
monkey see, monkey do, if you have children and you are an asshole, chances are you will raise assholes,,,
30-Mar-22

Some love the idea of going to the buffet - big variety of food and eat as much as you can. Others think it s a waste of money because they are not big eaters. So, what if it is a gathering where everyone has to pay for their own, do you think it s a good idea to have it at a buffet restaurant?
Jude21
I personally wouldn't want to eat a meal that has had that many people touching it & breathing on it in this day & age. But, to each their own.
01-Mar-23

Is it worth having a baby shower these days? I don't know if it's my anxiety making me feel uncertain if I want to or not. Or is it just plain stressful?
BLM
Ex-wife never got pregnant while we were married to each other (and I never made the mistake of getting marry again - lol) - not my issue - don't know or care - but - I definitely don't miss not having any kids.
02-Mar-23

The Whole World is a Stage and everyone plays a role. My favorite role is being a Villain. What is your favorite role?
Neo
All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players: they have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts, his acts being seven ages.
William Shakespeare
19-Mar-21

Should Public Transport Be Free? Well I think yes in urgent and/or important situations because they are very major, and we need to get there, that way, we need transport. Transport is never free. So we need to pay money even for urgent and important situations, that's unreasonable. And sometimes public transport shouldn't be free because it is good for our economy, and it grows our economy. Public Transport workers also need to earn money. In my opinion, public...
Jania S
WHAT . Maybe AnynomousUser1234 needs to get a better translator or stop drinking the funny juice??? Maybe people need to get better organised. public transport is not expensive and if you are in dire financial hardship there are plenty of places to get a travel voucher.
Next people will be wanting free food and homes.... Get a job, get your life organised and realise nothing is free you need to work and pay your own way.
28-Aug-22

Do you really think we are going to have cars in the future that hover (fly) over the road and tires are a thing of the past?
lippy loo
It's already happening so of course. Technology will go as far as mans mind imagines anything and this is endless. of course it goes without saying that the morons in charge of weapons and armies do not destroy everything first.
27-Feb-23

If you were unable to take care of an actual pet because of allergies, but somebody decided to make robotic pets that looks real, feels real and acts like the species it was made to look like but is still a robot, or even an old pet of yours that died, but you were able to have surgery done on it and turn it into a cyborg-pet would you do it? Personally, that s a no for me, but I do want to hear what other people have to say about this topic.
BLM
I am not a 'pet-lover' - in the tradition sense of the word (pet-lover). Furthermore, cyborg pets are already (HERE). Just like people some have microchips in their body and wear wearable technology (to monitor a health issue - internally and externally) which interfaces with a computer. Some people (rich or super-rich) have microchips planted in their pets' body and put wearable technology on their pets (to monitor a health issue - internally and externally) which interfaces with a computer. I have a robotic pet (dog) - which can actually be programmed to speak and/or make sounds like a dog. The advantages of a robotic pet (in my case - a dog): You do not have to walk your robotic dog, feed your robotic dog, clean up after your robotic dog, or take your robotic dog to a veterinarian on a regular basis for shots. Other words, the PERFECT PET. Interesting, I have become 'quite' attach to my robotic dog and I gave my robotic dog a name (SERIOUSLY) :-))!
26-Feb-23

There is a plethora of arguments for and against the above. Towards the end of his life Charles Darwin became skeptical of his theory of evolution. Science is knowledge gained from observable facts. Theory is how we try to link facts to make a story. Given that new facts (evidence) can dramatically change the story should we still see evolution and creation as either/or argument.
The dog house
If we came from the monkeys why has the ape population not evolved yet. I believe we were created in God's image.
19-Sep-21

Do you buy your meat from a supermarket or a dedicated butchery? I recently heard that lots of in-house butchers were being laid off from supermarkets. It made me fell a tad guilty for buying my meat from supermarkets for about the past 30 years. So I decided I would find a local butcher and do my shopping from there in the future. To my great surprise the entry door was plastered with ads for jobs, full time, part-time or casual. Perhaps my feeling of guilt was not...
Tammie S 1220201
Supermarkets have 'meat cutters' not butchers. Butchers start with thr whole animal. There aren't alot of true butchers around anymore
23-Feb-23

If you were to go for fast food with the family, how much would you expect to pay for the meal? How much for the kids? How much on yourself? What would you think is fair to pay?
Skiwi
Nothing as I can't afford shop brought takeaways. I am on a very tight budget and a fixed income. You can make home made takeaways a lot cheaper that buying them.
24-Feb-23

How come Europe have reverted back to coal power after spending 500 billion dollars on renewable energy? Is it the continued costs, or have they finally realised that renewable energy is unsustainable?
Toni A 861237
We have solar and our power bill in summer is $7 instead of the $90 we were paying before having it installed
12-Jul-22

We seem to be lowering our speed limits on the open road, I understand the road toll is high but haven't we got more cars, slower speeds means longer trips which means more tired drivers, I think better driving education would work more
AlanH CENTRAL VIC
Speed limits are there for all of us to follow. they are there for our safety and the safety of other road users, we should all follow the rules.
20-Jun-21

I avoid going to the doctor like the plague. I just don't want to know. What I don't know won't hurt me. But I know I should go. I should do a lot of things.
blunder boy
every fortnight I check in with my bottle of Woodford reserve [double oaked] he says I am doing fine and see you in 2 weeks, occasionally if I have any doubts I might check in with the cc a dry 10-pack or carton in between appointments and I am generally reassured
21-Feb-23

Hollywood seems to like remakes, sequels and superhero movies (yawn)...but with our current CGI there are so many fantastic books that deserve to be made into movies...things that would really blow you away......one is "Fairyland" by Paul J. McAuley ... I'd love to see that one made.... What books would you like made into major movies?
Pato Lo Duck
What’s the point of wanting a movie made of a book you have already read, you already know the plot, know how it ends and know that it will never be as good as your imagination made it when you read it… Of course if you have dementia then that would excuse some people I guess..
20-Feb-23

America's trade war with China seriously damaged major American companies whose products were made in China ....In Australia, when we speak up for people's rights and freedoms in China or question the actions of the Chinese mainland government...we are met with offensive language and tarrifs on some exported goods...a sensible way for everyone to show their dissatisfaction with China's current behavior would be for all of us to just not buy anything that is made...
Royboy Qld
We could all start by not supporting the 100% Chinese owned energy suppliers in Alinta and Energy Australia. It was the Whitlam Labor government who sold out Australian workers in 1975 with the Lima declaration
14-Jan-21

The scariest dream I ever had was when I was staying alone at my Nan's house. Nana was being cared for by mum and dad at our house at the time, so it was just me on my own. From home, I had to catch 2 buses each way, whereas from Nan's I could walk to my school. I was staying there for a few weeks whilst I had exams on, so I could study in peace and not worry about being late to exams. I dreamt in extremely vivid detail that someone had broken into the...
Jewel
This one was definitely a nightmare...I ended up going back to live with my ex husband! I've had nothing to do with him for the last 25 years.
19-Feb-23

The cost of living has increased in so many ways: fuel, food, vacation service. Also in many other ways. It has infected my family. How had it effected yours?
H.S
Eating less and going out less. Can't believe that there's going to be an increase in the price of electricity and gas when many people are already having a tough time.
17-Feb-23

With the rise of social media, there has been an increasing concern about the potential impact it can have on mental health. Social media can be both a positive and a negative influence on mental health depending on how it is used. On one hand, it can provide a platform for people to connect with others and express themselves. This can be beneficial for those who may feel socially isolated or lack a sense of belonging. On the other hand, social media can also be a source of stress...
Laughing Christian
It is damaging the youth because they would rather be on social media than go outside and play. When my boys were young they went outside and played . My grandson wants to say on the computer all day. I say it hurts their minds and ability to socialize with people.
15-Feb-23

Do you believe if you were to perform just one unexpected random act of kindness towards anyone every single day, that it would improve the quality of your personal self-esteem and quality of life, in general? If you've done an unexpected kind act, could you share it?
Purple_Power
One day, not long after losing my favourite cat, and still paying off a big vet bill, a lady paid for my order at a McDonalds drive through. So now, every so often I pay for the car behind me.
12-Feb-23

Do you think Valentine's Day is a day for romantic gestures, or only there for businesses to profit from?
IdentifyAs
I don't think we have chivalrous gentlemen anymore, or they have been put off by these women who don't have the slight bit of feminine wiles. I was married to a pig who was incapable of even uttering a kind word or compliment. I did have a young man who gave me his seat at a funeral and another older gent who opened a door for me. I was very grateful and thanked them. and yes it is too over commercialized. You don't need to spend a bomb or be ostentatious to tell someone you love them.
14-Feb-23

Both my spouse and I met later in life, neither one of us had ever been married before. Curious if the way we navigate our relationship is the same as those that get married in their 20s, or if being more mature changes things. We are both very independent people, we lived on our own prior to meeting. We did live together for a few years prior to getting married.
Catalina
Have a happy, long life together! Maturity might help you in that, but there are other difficulties arising from two previously very independent people living together. You seem to be over the adjustments so...that’s great.
13-Feb-23

What does everyone think of these people claiming that they re a sovereign citizen or similar and trying to use it as an excuse to not pay taxes, registration, and have licenses etc?
lippy loo
They are anti government extremists. In Australia all of a sudden they seem to be voicing this and going to court but so far the courts have not agreed with any of their so called legal spiel. They believe they are not under the laws of the government, do not pay taxes, car registration, etc. however, they use the health system, roads, and everything the tax payer pays for. The police in this country are really getting fed up with them and the fact they use up our legal systems time. Some use it I think to get 15 minutes of fame, some use it to be recognised and get TV interviews so they can sprout more nonsense, and some I fear really believe this rubbish, and some just follow USA movements. I am so over all these conspiracy theorists, activists, etc. They are not helping the world at all.
08-Feb-23

There are some clothing fashions around that I find really ugly, and I always find myself wondering who on earth would buy them. It's not only the style, but the colours are mostly dull and uninspiring as well. At the end of each season, I have a bit of a laugh because I often see these ugly clothes in the clearance bin. Are there any fashions, if any, that make you cringe?
Cat Claw
Men who wear suits, business shoes and NO socks. What's that about? Apart from having putrid feet at the end of the day.
11-Feb-23

What was the most embarrassing moment of your life, and how did you react to it?
block head
When I locked myself out of the house when I walked out the back door and had to wait till that afternoon before anyone come home to let me back in. Wearing only tee shirt and shorts. Now way of getting out front as all close in back courtyard. Mobile phone was left inside the house.
09-Feb-23

I'm sure that everyone has seen or at least heard of this movie 'Groundhog Day'. Story of Phil Connors, who becomes trapped in a time loop, forcing him to relive February 2 repeatedly in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Remember? So, let's imagine that you've been forced for one year to relive the same day. Time loop for a year. What time do you want to come back to? Which day of your life would you choose?
BLM
1998 - the day before I got shot in the eye - on the job - by a sorry excuse for a human being (aka a cracker)
10-Feb-23

I recently took on a position and found myself in such a toxic work environment (in a Professional office) that it literally made me sick for two months. When the issue was addressed about where the behavior was coming from, it was put off as a "misunderstanding" because I was new. Many people say never go to H.R because it makes you look bad and because it won't be resolved. It will be investigated but if no proof because the toxic atmosphere happens when the boss...
Julie K 348980
In my last job a woman who thought she was my supervisor (she was in fact a co-worker) said “do you think I give a &@^% about anything you have to say”. Not willing to put up with that behaviour I walked into my boss’s office and handed in my immediate resignation. He asked why, I told him and he asked me to wait for 10 minutes whilst he sorted out the matter. He called a department meeting and made her apologise to me in front of everyone. I stayed at the company for many years and was very grateful when she was transferred to another location.
07-Feb-23

From the wheel to sliced bread, there are virtually millions of inventions that have benefitted humankind. What invention do you think has helped humanity the most and which has turned out to be the worst. Is there anything you would like to see invented in the future to help humanity?
mary c
The shoe phone the best invention. Thankyou Maxwell Smart.
03-Feb-23

Has anyone ever noticed how the models in the anti aging cream ads don t look old enough to have wrinkles. When are the sponsors going to wake up to the fact that women of Australia are not stupid, only elderly women have wrinkles not 40-year-olds. If they want us to believe these ads, then use models of 60 + who would have wrinkles and see if these creams actually work, or maybe they don t want us to know the truth .
Gigi
Silliest question ever. Of course they don't want us to know the truth. That's called MARKETING. And our skin has protective layers, and these creams can't even get to the layers that need restorative therapy in the first place. So disappointed in how the women of the world are so caught up in any fad, no matter the cost, to stay looking young. Hey, you!!!!!!! If you are old enough to have wrinkles, I'm smart enough to see them. No matter how much of that cream you put on everyday to make your insecure self feel "younger". Age is a number, not defined by grey hair or lines on your face. It's called natural degeneration and IT'S NOT YOUR ENEMY. Wisdom of life is far more valuable.. You'll never find me falling for STUPID, no matter how it's advertised. So wake up humans and grow a brain. Read more. You'll be much more beautiful for being able to carry on a conversation and having a great personality. Not your eye cream that's not helping, and not your clothes label hidden where no one can see what it says. Your not impressing me. Btw, I'm 52 and look fabulous and am beautiful and don't throw my money away. I'm as God intended me to be.
05-Feb-23

Politics can be a very touchy subject. How do you and your family and friends feel about the differences you may feel, and how do you discuss the issues we all face in this day and age?
lin r
ALL IN THE US do not say nothing make sure trump maggots know how he lies and lies and lies 30,000+ when in office d o not put your head in the sand and just think the republicans maggots will go away
02-Feb-23

How much do you think the content of your dreams is actually significant? I have heard that if someone appears in your dreams, that they are thinking of you. I don t actually see how this can be true, but a lot of people do believe this. Why or why not do you believe that dreams actually have meaning?
Pato Lo Duck
What I can't understand is how I can dream things that I have never seen before. Complex machines or equations I have no hope of understanding in real life. Places I have never been to before in exquisite detail. People I have never met... It is all quite strange...
01-Feb-23

If you walk down a sidewalk when they fix it, they don t make sure it is level. Store have small lips or steps just before you go into a strip plaza. Malls isles aren t wide enough. Old restaurant do even have to be handicap friendly. How can we fix this problem.
Helen S 925961
In Armadale we have a shopping centre near us where the whole front pathway of the shops is sloping. It is hairy when trying to negotiate this and feeling like you are going to tip over. One shop in the same suburb is renowned for having boxes and boxes of goods stuck in their aisles. Trying to negotiate this last year, I knocked over a pile of boxes and smashed at least one large ornament and probably more in those boxes. It is so frustrating! Have not been back in there since but have observed from outside the shop that their aisles are slightly better, but far from acceptable yet!. On the other hand my Woolworths in Kelmscott has wide clear aisles free from obstructions. And apart from that, they are always helpful and considerate. Most Woolies shops have the same wide aisles and clear pathways and on behalf of us with wheelchairs, may I say a huge thank you to them. How can we fix the problem - stick all the powers that be in wheelchairs and send them off for a day to shop! Perhaps that might wake them up.
Edit: Wow, I just noticed some of the comments on here and am really gobsmacked! We do not expect perfection, but let me just say that money can be found for many minority groups who are always in the media, we can find money to float a republic, have a debate about putting an first nation voice in parliament, give pay rises to politicians who don't deserve them (some do), and fund hundreds and thousands of dollars worth of fireworks, political lunches and heaps of other selfish causes. But a ramp into a shopping centre or an even entry - wow, aren't we selfish and entitled???!!! Hope some of you don't get to the stage where you face some of the problems we do!
04-Feb-23

Tell us about a time that you or someone has felt homesick and if there are any steps that can help?
IdentifyAs
I moved to Melbourne from Sydney 40 years ago. I thought I was going to die. No friends, cold, wet. Anyway I am still here. I have kids now and grandkids. You need to keep social. Oh and I got rid of the husband! That greatly improved my life, regardless of where I live!
03-Feb-23

I have become so "into" doing surveys that I feel I can't go on to other activities until I've spent several hours each day taking surveys. Is this a healthy habit and a good way to make a few bucks, or is it an addiction?
Chosen
The lower the points the less I do. I still wonder who does the average less than 250 point ($0.25 cents !) per survey ???. Reading below it seems all of you. No doubt they will going down again shortly and be an average of 100 points (10 cents !) per survey soon and no doubt you will all keep doing them. Ummmmmm.
07-Dec-22

What time should different aged teenagers be given for a curfew in this day and age? What factors come into play when deciding a time that is reasonable to you? If your children are grown, or you never had any, please still share your feelings and/or what worked for you? If you have no feelings on the subject, that's fine as well. Non-parents still can have ideas on the subject.
Virgogirl
Of course teen of all ages need curfews. School nights especially. Nothing good ever happens after midnight still applies today.
19-Dec-22

I've had a lot of spam calls lately claiming to be the CRA or border security! I've even had phone calls from banks that I don't bank with. However, I have been playing phone tag with the government due to my student loans. How are we to know what are scam or spam calls and what is important?
Chosen
If you are not sure just ask for their number and address and tell them you will phone them back. Spammers will hang up at that point.
27-Jan-23

If you decided to build a library of DVD movies...instead of paying a monthly rental service that is mainly doing this for you...what movies would be in your list?....things that you can easily watch again and again and still be amazed by them?... I have just watched "The Three Amigos" for maybe the tenth time or more, and it still makes me fall about laughing....
Jania S
WOULD NOT WASTE MY MONEY on any screen or DVD, I have a very full and active life, dont have the desire to sit like a potatoe watching make believe, I prefer REAL LIFE with REAL people. Warts and all.
30-Jan-23

Who face this thing while speaking in front of public? How to manage public speaking anxiety?
Larry S 382961
I had to give a speech at my sisters wedding. I froze so to not make the same mistake at my own day I wrote it down and stuck to it nearly all the time. I hate speaking in public the same as I don’t like photos unless in a group
29-Jan-23

How many cancer survivors on here. Seems every second person has it or has had it. I am eight years down the track from bowel cancer.
Gigi
Daddy died of pancreatic cancer and lung. He was 70 and a heavy smoker. We know that's how he got it. It metastisized to his pancreas. Pancreatic cancer has the highest mortality rate. If you have pancreatic cancer, you are going to die in short order.
28-Jan-23

I'm curious to know how many ol' folk play video games or game consoles. My housemate told me he'd like to introduce his old man to "Farming Simulator 22", but he's not sure if it's of interest to older people (50+), and is therefore worried if the ol' bloke cares or not. Any older people on here take interest towards video games? Thoughts? All opinions are always welcome!!
Raelz
My cousin showed my dad 'Plants Vs Zombies' phone app and now he is addicted. One game and one only but he never gets off! he is also 68
26-Jan-23

One thing that is quite prevalent and common in the world is drug use and homelessness. Government always talk about having program to help for rehabilitation and housing, but it seldom ever really works. What would be a smarter, more efficient, and realistic way to help deal with these growing issues?
PatCat
There are many empty industrial buildings which could be modified to make "low cost housing" but many of the homeless feel they do not wish to live with their fellow man due to mental illness. Our charities do their best to provide food and short term housing for as many as they can but the provision of mental health assistance has become even harder in Australia since Psychiatric hospitals were closed.
23-Jan-23

Technology has hit restaurants...they may try and make you order using your smartphone. Your orders are punched in on a pad on the till...or via an I-pad or similar at your table...all this information is printed out in the kitchen...each person has their own printer, so everything should work. So, how is it almost impossible for four people to order a meal in a restaurant, and then receive their meals at the same time? When they had order pads and pencils...and a head chef...
Eunice C 1138666
There are in excess of 8 billion people on the planet and companies are doing everything to reduce the amount of jobs for people. We need people in jobs, not on dole queues put people back in the workforce like in restaurants and cafes! We all need to feel worthwhile and working is important to people. l will not order like this and I will go to a check out person rather than a machine so people can have jobs.
24-Jan-23

I have a Will, (it's a bit old and needs an update) but my partner does not have a will. We also have a business together. We are not married, (but been living together for 41 years this April - so yes I know de facto status etc comes into play). But given our surnames are different, I think it would be much easier all around if he had a Will too. He wants to, it's just one of those things, 'yes I'll get around to it one day'. His Mum recently...
Darla T
Will is done, funeral paid for, and memorial stone installed. I didn't want to leave preparations to chance and burden someone else who might question if they are fulfilling my wishes.
25-Jan-23

Should cannabis be treaty as a prescription drug and charged at standard prescription pricing?
merricat
no, not everyone who wants to be able to use it wants it for medical purpose. If alcohol is legal when used responsibly, then marijuana should also be legal under the same regulations.
04-Jan-23

Opinion is meant to be a personal expression, not intended to offend or influence, and does not deserve criticism but acceptance. But with the "cancel" mindset, why are we using opinion to push a thought or start a hate discussion?
Pearlz
Cancel culture doesn't permit an opinion, you must agree with them. I always study and make myself aware of the facts before I make up my mind and form an opinion.
13-Jun-22

During COVID-19, all schools were closed and everyone had to work and study online. Usually almost everyone always wished to work from home but once they actually had to do it, that s when it wasn t so funny or comfortable as imagined. So now that we can go out again. If you have the option to send your kids to school or do the same thing online, what would you do?
Agonis
I am home-schooling my children and they have regular meetups with the other children that are also homeschooled in the area. I was already studying online when covid happened. I much prefer working and studying from home as there are fewer interruptions. My son has thrived in homeschooling as he has the option of choosing what he studies (within reason) he has additional needs and there are no small class options in the area so this works best for him and we did not utilize technology, he has been doing pen and paper, educational books and social skills by visiting the community centres to see other homeschooled families.
18-Jan-23

I somewhat recently started listening to one podcast and then more recently decided to add another two to my listening roster, but I'm somewhat disappointed in them, one more than the other. So, I'll probably drop that one that's my least favourite of the three... But I'm interested in finding some more to listen to. So, any suggestions/recommendations? I'd be interested in what others might be listening to because perhaps it's long one that I'd never come across on my own. I'm open...
Jania S
I am too busy living life to listen to podcasts. Do a search for topics you like, you will find millions.
21-Jan-23

What are your tips and tricks to avoid or mitigate the feeling?
GIVIONIA S
DONT DRINK OVER UR LIMILT ONLY U KNOW WHAT UR SYSTEM CAN TAKE THEN THIS DONT OCCUR I DONT DRINK SO I DONT REMEMBER ITS BEEN 11 YEARS SO I DONT REMEBER BUT ONLY U CAN DO WHATS RIGHT 4 U SO DONT DRINK 2 MUCH
20-Jan-23

Have you ever have the symptoms of a panic attack or severe anxiety to the point where you thought maybe it was more a heart attack than a physiological reaction to extreme stress? For many of the millions of sufferers of panic and anxiety attacks worldwide, it can really be a frightening experience to think you might actually be having a heart attack, which we all know can be fatal, if indeed it is your heart. Has this ever happened to you, and you care to share?
BLM
I have had severe physiological reaction to extreme stress - but I grow up - in 'rough neighborhoods' in the USA. I was able to identify the 'stimulus' - as I got older - (alcohol abuse, criminal justice, systemic racism, street drugs, police, etc.). It is everyday life for a minority in the USA (coping with racial discrimination) - 'dealing' with severe anxiety - Blacks have the second lowest life expectancy in the USA! I (personally) never let it 'get' to the point (panic attack) - were I thought it was a heart attack or I would already be DOA at a hospital!
07-Jan-23

Does anyone really understand fully what Bitcoin is and how it works and what the ups and downs of it really are? Some big Bitcoin company just went belly up and why? If this is the latest and greatest way to invest or grow your money(I don't know if it's about investments or there's more to it), then why did a huge, leading company just go bankrupt. Any explanations from you math and money nerds out there? And I say that with all the love for numbers people one...
Tom S Qld
What is bitcoin?
Simply put, bitcoin is a digital currency. No bills to print or coins to mint. It's decentralized -- there's no government, institution (like a bank) or other authority that controls it. Owners are anonymous; instead of using names, tax IDs or social security numbers, bitcoin connects buyers and sellers through encryption keys. And it isn't issued from the top down like traditional currency; rather, bitcoin is "mined" by powerful computers connected to the internet.
How does one 'mine' bitcoin?
A person (or group, or company) mines bitcoin by doing a combination of advanced math and record-keeping. Here's how it works. When someone sends a bitcoin to someone else, the network records that transaction, and all the other transactions made over a certain period, in a "block." Computers running special software -- the "miners" -- inscribe these transactions in a gigantic digital ledger. These blocks are known, collectively, as the "blockchain," an eternal, openly accessible record of all the transactions that have ever been made.
19-Jan-23

There have a couple examples on Rewardia recently about people talking about hanging themselves, or taking a drug overdose, and when I have shown concern or distress the response is that they are just joking ... or teasing ... I lost one of my best mates to a drug overdose. I wasn't there, I didn't know, and I could not help him. I know two people that I used to chat to and have a laugh with ... who both threw a rope over a pipe in the ceiling and hanged themselves at work ...
ShawneeBaby
I hope that the people that you mentioned are just plain frightened by the prospect of suicide. I'm sure they don't understand just how hopeless life can seem for some. Many people that I knew thought I was doing just fine. I had almost everything that I wanted, like so many people, but I came a couple of doctors visits from taking my own life. Circumstances, being what they were at the time, left me feeling so lost and hopeless that I couldn't see any way out.
A good doctor and some very good drugs no have me living again with some hope for the future. No, these feelings are no joke and need to be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. You have no idea just how many lives would be adversely affected if you go all the way.
17-Jan-23

We've all heard stories where winners of huge amounts of money say it changed their lives for the worse, or they managed their newfound wealth poorly and now have nothing left. If you were to win a huge sum, what would you do with it and what steps might you take to avoid the same fate?
Amaya B
I would give some to my family and keep a bit for myself, but what I would really love to do with the money would be book tickets for Brisbane and visit Australia Zoo :D Also I would donate lots of the remaining money to their Wildlife Hospital and conservation work
16-Jan-23

When I was younger I thought when I get older that is a good time and I'll get freedom to do whatever I want. But now I got freedom but I want my family to guide and motivate me to be on track. Now I know family members importance. Is anyone feels the same? I think when we have somebody by our side we don't know their importance and as soon as we lose them we desperately want them.
Lorraine F
I have learnt many of life’s lessons with guidance from those close to me but also through stepping out on my own to learn the hard way
05-Jan-22

Lots of people in the age 20-30 bracket are choosing to have an engagement ring that does not include a diamond, what could be the reason behind this trend? Cost? Straying from tradition?
merricat
Judging from the number of ads and commercials featuring diamonds, I would have to say that diamonds are still the preferred choice for engagement rings.
14-Jan-23

Always a family favourite topic is the one of the child with the unusual arrival into this world Some are genuinely scary but have a great outcome, thankfully ! I was 2 weeks overdue, which my mother was not pleased about so impatiently she decided to take some cod liver oil followed by a hot bath... Said to bring on labour, which indeed it certainly did! As the hospital was down the rd, she decided to walk. Middle of the night, raining, she was squirming in...
BLM
Because of racial segregation (DEEP SOUTH) - I was born in my parents' house - Blacks (AT THAT TIME) could not use the local hospitals (WELCOME TO AMERICA). It was touch-and-go for two weeks (MY MOTHER HAD TO PERFORM A CESAREAN SECTION OPERATION ON HERSELF) - obvious - my mother and me - survive the ordeal!
13-Jan-23

Mum irons everything, including t-shirts & towels, what do you iron?
Rhian C
Nothing.. I don’t even own an iron! I used to do ironing as a kid as part of chores but I wash, hang on line, fold and put away, I don’t have creased clothes either so don’t see need to waste my time ironing,, would rather use that time more productively!
10-Jan-23

I'm the mother of a bride to be, so I'm a little put out that I spend money, and yet I'm invited to the wedding? Would have thought that could be taken for granted. Am I being silly?
Micheal M (WPASSR-US)
Yes. Give me their number. I'll call n have them uninvited you. You're old enough and smart enough to get over it.
08-Jan-23

The middle class was once a symbol of the American dream. It meant financial security and an opportunity for a better future. But that portrait of the American middle class is quite different today. A survey in 2018 found that a third of middle-income adults don t have as much as $400 to cover an unexpected expense. And while the middle-class lifestyle grows more expensive and uncertain, it s also moving beyond the reach of younger generations. Do you think the...
Bugalugs
The "Middle Class" has already disappeared in Australia and it is entirely the fault of that same Middle Class!
Once, and it is not so long ago, a young couple were content to get a modest loan and buy a modest house and then, as time went by, gradually buy a better house to accommodate their family, leaving their older, more modest house for younger people so that they, too, could start achieving the Great Australian Dream: A Home of their own.
Then a New God, with absolutely nothing to do with religion reared it's evil head.
Its name is GREED.
No longer were those starting out content with that modest, affordable house. They wanted the Biggest House they could find.
It was reported recently that Australia is building the Biggest House in the World.
Not only do these younger people want the Biggest, Most Expensive houses they also want to have everything which opens and shuts and, preferably, without them having to lift a finger as it is all programmed, the lights come on so that the house is ablaze with lights when they get home, the Aircon is left on all day, the pool is ready, the garage is big enough to hold 2, 3 or 4 Range Rovers, Lexus, Mercedes and the children are returned by their ersatz parents to the parents who bred them. Every child Must have her/his own bedroom - no sharing.
09-Jan-23

Have you or someone you know who was 21 or younger had a court grant you custodial guardianship over your younger siblings? No need for explanations why, unless you choose to tell about it. How do you feel about children under 21 being given legal guardianship over their blood relatives? Is that a responsibility too large for a "not quite an adult" yet? Or should other arrangements be made for the legal and physical care of children underage who no longer have their parent to...
Pongo
If a child can get pregnant and have a baby then I see no reason for them not to take responability for another relative but having said that we all mature at different ages
12-Jan-23

Are we, though? I've read the labels and Terms and Conditions on smartphones, electronics, among other things and I wonder sometimes. It sure looks like we are being experimented with or the manufacturers just don't care about us (No surprise there). Radiation warnings, Cancer warnings and Reproductive Harm warnings are popping up. I was going to buy a pair of shoes! Shoes! And, they had a warning label of possible Reproductive Harm. Seriously? That's so sick.
APB
Many years ago now...a prominent scientist in the area of radiation was employed by the mobile phone industry to finally and totally debunk the harmful effects of using a mobile phone...his final report was never used and he concluded that use of a mobile may result in some damage to the users brain...and in fact damage the user's DNA....that report is still available on line...and this was just for earlier mobiles ...not the smart phones that we cannot live without
09-Aug-21

Before Covid19 hit, there wasn't a day that went by when we didn't hear Greta being spoken about. But things have certainly gone quiet haven't they? The media have bigger fish to fry.
Sand
Why is everyone giving this incredibly intelligent and well informed girl so much grief? How much do you know about her? The Matrix summed it up: We are a virus! It is time we love our earth mother. She is not led by others and is not selfish, unlike the shortsighted many. I am disheartened by the ignorant, uninformed and selfish views of many below. I hope Gaia haunts you all in your dreams!!!!!!!!
14-Oct-20

Do you have a nickname that you go by in your regular day-to-day life? How about a pet name from your significant other, if you have one. Sometimes they are private or personal, so if that's the case, please don't participate. Get your reward point and move on to something that suits you. Thank you ahead of time to those that are contributory.
Jania S
Nicknames are childish. Nicknames are not pet names. In some eras Nickname were insulting. we are really scaping the barrel
20-Nov-22

I got my significant other a new pressure cooker, because he makes rice almost every day for himself to eat, and I thought they were the best thing for rice. But he won't use it. Says he likes his old method (just making it in a pot on the stove). He never even tried the new pressure cooker I got him! Anyway, so I've never used one myself. Looks like you can use it for almost anything! What do you like to cook in it?
Dada WA
A rice cooker is easiest. I have a pressure cooker but now use slow cooker and airfryer and its just used as an ordinary pot for soup usually.
20-Dec-22

I recently purchased a Rode USB mini Microphone and some headphones as I intend to create a podcast
Yiing S
Never. I am indifferent to the price of any headphones. As long as I can hear properly and most importantly, it is comfortable on my ears. Husband does all the purchasing in this area.
09-Aug-20

I've noticed that more men think that a Platonic relationship between adult people (where one person is a gender that the other person is attracted to) involves an ulterior motive, while more women think that true friendships can exist without an ulterior motive. What are your thoughts?
Bugalugs
It's the New year and the Misandry Campaign is, once again, off and running.
We hear, endlessly, about how Horrible, how Distrustful, how Devious, how Abusive, how Misogynistic men are. They are no longer allowed to express an opinion, they must never, ever dare to say they don't like some female, their clothes, their botoxed faces, artificially pumped up lips - the list of what men must not do and how cruel, unfeeling and hurtful they are is endless and on-going
BUT we never, ever hear, or rather are never allowed to hear that Females can be every bit as bastardly as any male BUT challenge them and they will claim they are "Exercising THEIR Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression"!
No apologies but Christina C's statement is typical misandrist nonsense, men are no more, nor less, likely to have ulterior motives than any woman.
06-Jan-23

If you could go back in time, what is one thing you would do differently? Or what is one thing from the future you would take back with you? Or what is one thing you know or have knowledge of that you would take back with you that would benefit you or others?
Delle
The 'Butterfly Effect' is real, and going back would be extremely dangerous. Change one thing and you will mess up many more. I wouldn't if I were you.
02-Jan-23

Should people have to pay to have their animal checked if they are just worried about a weird behaviour of their animal, if the animal isn t treated.
Jan K (Central Vic)
our vet charged $110 call out fee, and a 120 $ fee for travel...to see our old dog when it was too hot to transport her in the car....bit rich really
05-Jan-23

Mad wars. Plagues of destructive viruses. People are out of control. Philosophy and logic downgraded. Science outranked by mythology and religion. Religion that does not even follow its own basic teachings.
PatCat
Throughout history when were we ever peaceful for long? I was born at the beginning of World War 2. All my life there have been wars and rumours of them. Religion has been tried and found wanting. Wealth breeds corruption. So we are just a huge heap of apes with big brains. God must have realised by now that he should never have let Eve eat that fruit! On that note peace to you all my fellow Rewardias.
21-Mar-22

How much confidence and trust do you have in Digital Banks or Neobanks compared to Traditional Banks?
Alison M 86959
no confidence what so ever, I won't even do internet banking. when you have been hacked, you are SO cautious, I have the majority of my bills direct debit, all the rest, PayPal, I don't take any chances. I am so careful with my internet use, no public Wi fi, no NBN, (too expensive anyway) only use personal hotspot with my phone and laptop, clear the history after each use, no I won't take any chances, I signed up to Scam watch to keep abreast to what scams come up, have to be careful these days, if they can hack government websites, they can hack anyone.
25-Mar-21

What is your favorite short poem or quote from a person, book or poem? I really enjoy picking up quotes for inspiration or to help me express how I feel. Do you? Please share your personal favorites
Maria B 89860
I have come up with a few myself and this one in particular has amused quite a few kindred spirits:
"In my garden most things grow.Mostly things I didn't sow!"Some of you may have heard me sigh about this a few times and know what I mean!
03-Jan-23

People are always fond of hearing the word being rich or becoming rich. So, for us to be rich, we need to have a lot of wealth. But, the question is, how much wealth do we need to be rich? The answer is different for everyone, and it really depends on your lifestyle and needs. Some people are happy with two cars and an apartment in an expensive neighbourhood while others want a private jet and a villa in Monaco. So how does one become rich? The answer is...
Tom S Qld
When wealth is lost, nothing is lost; when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost.
Everything in moderation, and there's a perfect balance in this life if we can find it.
01-Jan-23

Be safe and enjoy with people. Don't drink too much and drive home. Have a designated driver with you at all times.
Mopos
Hubby and I at home, relaxed, good music, a light dinner, a few wines, no not too many!, champers at midnight watching the Sydney fireworks on TV at midnight.
Happy New Year everyone........., especially you Blue Butterfly!....
31-Dec-22

I recently spoke to a friend. She has decided to go into a nursing home as she dislikes living on her own. While her children see to her needs, she rarely sees her grandchildren. People go about their lives while working and going out etc. Could they spare half an hour a week or even a fortnight to visit their grandmother that is lonely? It is sad to see and hear how people act towards someone who once also had a full life.
Kerry Z
I liked the show on the ABC where they took the schoolchildren to visit the nursing homes. The people living there got so much out of it & the children also benefited from the intertactions.
27-Dec-22

It's that time of the year again when we say goodbye to another year and welcome in a new one. So how has 2022 been, and how will you remember it? I was glad to see the end of restrictions and mask wearing and to be able to catch the shows that had been put off the year before. My daughter moved from the country to the city, so I see her more now. Her husband had to give up his license, but is able to catch public transport while he tries to get a job. My...
Lilangel61
Am praying for a better year in 2023 as the last 3 years have taken its toll on everyone in one form or another
29-Dec-22

We've heard the heads up about a recession, while most of us are feeling the pain of increased day to day living costs. Is there anything you are doing to prepare for tricky times ahead?
WonkyandProud
Unfortunately, I am not in a good place right now for a recession. In my opinion, we have been in one for a long while. No one seems to want to say the words, but I think we are already there. I live alone on one income, and I am struggling a little. I hope to get caught up after the holidays. I can save money through the winter by not going out to spend money and use gas. Although online shopping has been something I have to watch. It is almost a hobby to look forward to something in the mail when you don't get out much. I have to be careful, I know!
28-Dec-22

My wife used to get swiss chocolates...and just give them to me...then slowly...because I ate them...I was supposed to like them, and everyone sent them to me... I had to recycle them....now I have a favourite whisky ... it isn't that expensive ... so everyone is buying me the special limited edition ... because it costs almost one third more ... and it is really horrible... Everyone is now sending me this one you don't want to sound ungrateful....what can I do?
KD burner account
Showing them what you wrote on Rewardia should do the trick...You may never hear from them again however.
30-Dec-22

I called a service department today at 9:30 and the man said he will found out and get back to me today. It is now 6:48 PM, and I am still waiting. Also, a friend told me something and 2 days later, I found out that it was a lie. WHY????
H.S
The lie sounds better than the truth, wants to hide the truth because in some cases it can be shocking etc. It's frustrating when people lie but thinking about the reasons is just going to cause you stress.
23-Dec-22

Have you ever gotten that one present that rocked your world? A phone, a game system, even just a book? Write in the comments below, what your current champion best gift is! Can t wait to see what some of you got!
Lynn
Best present, although I didn't know it then, was when our entire family were together. We have lost quite a few of these lovely people and I wish I could have appreciated it at the time and indeed have them back again. Merry Christmas everyone.
24-Dec-22

Just hoping all of you Rewardians have a safe and wonderful Christmas and sure a bit of bah humbug to all the grumpy ones
Mariaj
Awe how lovely of you Robert.
I wish you and all of Rewardia staff and rewardians a very Merry Christmas with family & friends and an amazing New Year 2023
25-Dec-22

Do you keep your Christmas and birthday cards or do you put them in the rubbish when you have read them, like I do?
Missy Wyld
With my mum in law passing a few weeks ago, the family had the unenviable task of going through her unit to get it ready for sale, as it was in an aged care village.
She kept cards, and the grandkids were going through them, (they are all adults), and found so many from/to their dear 'Pa' that they had sent many years back when they were little (he passed in 1988), and the kids were thrilled to see them & took them home for themselves as keepsakes.
I guess everyone is different, not everyone is sentimental. I feel it's disrespectful to throw them out.
26-Dec-22

If someone has lied to you more than once about certain things. Does that break your trust? If so, is it hard to gain that trust back, or does that make people see you as a bitter person?
Crazy Chef
There are people I love, but certainly don't trust because of this very issue. Trust is an important but easily broken thing.
22-Dec-22

My mother once gave me a pack of ladies' panties for Christmas. Although they were wrapped beautifully and under the tree with all the gifts for other family members I was shocked - especially as they weren't even my size. What is the worst gift you have received?
Royale Q
For Christmas this year, my family all had covid and for thanksgiving, I had shingles. Thankfully we all recovered.
29-Jan-22

Why are foreign owned companies allowed to pretend that they are local... Energy Australia for example is Chinese....why are they not legally obliged somewhere to state that this is an International company....the other strange thing...why don't companies that ARE local point out this to their customers either?...to me that is a very important reason for choosing them...what do you think?
Witchypoo
Let’s just keep Australia for Australians! You can’t get more local than that. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! Oi, Oi, Oi!,
02-Nov-22

A number of research study show that alcohol is harmful to health. If it is beer red wine, spirit all contain the active ingredients is ethanol. So, why there shouldn't be statutory warning on alcohol bottle as it is there in cigarette. As in smoking, cancer or other health condition is not developing in each and every one. However, as science follow the statistical based data, it is accepted that cigarette smoking in injurious to health. Similarly, alcohol may not produce...
APB
Putting a health warning on cigarettes was as pointless as applying it to other items...you can make the product have ugly packaging..but people will smoke if they want to (until the majority bully them into not doing at all)..and the same applies to alcohol...I really don't like our current smug society...we used to have a democracy...but now we have a majority bullying everyone else to conform...its not just cigarettes or alcohol...its what you should think and what you can say...its creepy and terrible...1984 and worse...
AND I really REALLY hate it...I'm glad I'm getting older and won't have to put up with all this shit that much longer...and I never imagined that that would be the case...
HEADS UP.....what you are allowed to eat is probably next...but by that time you'll probably be so beaten down and compliant that you will barely even notice....welcome to your future..
18-Dec-22

I'm finding quite frequently that people are way too serious. Almost every time I view a forum on Rewardia, it is serious, and free of fun. Let's try something different today. Tell us your best joke.
Gaza
I think political correctness is trying to spoil Australians sense of humor. You can't seem to tell a joke without upsetting someone.
03-Sep-21

You meet online. Everything seems fine, all the boxes are checked, and yet you are not getting your needs met. How do you have this awkward conversation. You can tell that the collateral damage to a long marriage that lacked real into me, you see, has left them lacking vulnerability. When do you leave?
Jania S
What in the world is the second question.
Answer DONT go online to people, if you are forward enough to do this, you can say bye just as simply.
16-Dec-22

The Autopilot feature sounds like a dream come true. Drivers keeping their hands off the wheel and letting the car steer, accelerate, and brake for them is certainly futuristic, though in a report by the New York Times, there have been several red flags. Apparently, crashes have occurred when both the driver and the system itself failed to brake. While there's no doubt Tesla is working to improve the Autopilot feature, it's something of a gamble to give this flawed...
RODNEY S 668931
Why would you buy a car where the battery takes 75 years to dispose of....Only an idiot would support this type of BS being pushed by an agenda fueled government...Oh wait that is ALL governments today!
15-Dec-22

If you turn on TV, there is a chance you will see food experts showing us how to prepare a cheap family meal for four people under $10. Have you ever took part in such a challenge? Would you be able to feed four people for under $10?
Angry Bird
Yep, do this regularly. Baked beans or spaghetti on toast, or fried eggs on toast. Hotdogs are a good go-to as well.
17-Dec-22

As many women know, being in a relationship with a guy who is not fully matured can be a difficult situation. To give a little context, I have been in a relationship for over a year with a guy who s quite young and doesn t fully understand the ways of a relationship and how to make the girl happy. There have been a lot of issues where there is no communication, yelling over little things, shit talking / letting his friends talk bad about me, never taking me out, complains...
lippy loo
Why are you still with him. The old saying "a leopard never changes it's spots" is true. Some partners might temper their actions but it usually comes back out again. Firstly he is younger than you and this is not really the ideal situation. You are being a doormat. He disrespects you big time. You are there just to do his bidding whether it be cooking, cleaning, physical or financial. Get some respect and leave or if it is your place ask him to leave immediately.
13-Dec-22
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