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~ January 28th, 2002 ~ Issue #77 ~

Featured Chatter | QnA | Preparing for V-Day | ChatDominatrix | Spice Up Your Desktop | Fiction | MyTwoCents | Horoscopes

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Q & A 
MichiganStorm™ & ChatDominatrix

The Game: The game Honesty is based on Truth or Dare, but without the dare. When actually playing the game one player asks a question and all have to answer honestly, including the player who asked the pending question. For the new Ezine version of the game I will ask a new question each week and all ChatHouse® chatters are welcome [and invited] to send in a response. The following week not only will a new question be asked, but the answers to [any] previous questions that we receive will also be posted, including my own.

Please send all answers to ch_zine@hotmail.com and be sure to include the handle under which your input should be posted [if a handle is not submitted, there will be no handle posted with the response]. If you have any questions you'd like asked in our Q & A section, please send them to the same address! Thank you.

New Question:
Submitted by: ~Out of Africa~
Some people use chat to supplement a full life.. like relaxing after a hard day.. some use it to live out a fantasy... others use it to find a masturbating partner (Sorry but that is so) and some come to find "That perfect One".
What do you use the chat scene for?

Please send all answers to ch_zine@hotmail.com and be sure to include the handle under which your input should be posted and room/floor you chat in.

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Preparing for Valentines Day

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The Chathouse

~Chat Dominatrix~

it is my boyfriends wish to send me to a dominatrix that would teach me discipline. what would really please him is to see me strapped into a gyno chair, sitting under a bonnet hair dryer and getting a perm while my *edited* gets shaved... how can we find a dominatrix in germany ?

Well it's finally happened!
The day has come when I received an email that I just don't know how to answer!   ~L~

If they are truly serious in their question, I can think of only a few suggestions for this chatter, which are....
 1. I ask you the chatters for advice on this one, and any emails or advice I receive that wishing to be forwarded to this person, will be.
 2. This person visits a few of room forums where there are chatters more informative on this topic then myself.
A few of those rooms that may be able to give better advise then myself are......

The Chamber The House Of Lords The Ladies Room

how are you doing

I'm doing it great!  Or so he tells me!  ~W~

< Click here to read the post!
Here is an email I received that was also posted in a few forums. With all thats been happening lately in so many rooms and forums, I think this is well worth reading! Click the above envelope to read the post!

Chathouse News

The Chatters Webring
I've started a new Chathouse Webring for the chatters of the Chathouse and their websites.
A page will soon be added in the Chathouse and everyone that has joined the Webring will have their websites listed there.
I was hoping to have had this page ready by now, but it just didn't happen. Throughout this week I'll be adding all the room web pages and then posting the new page. Then hopefully I'll be able to get all the chatters with websites to join in having their sites listed also!
If you have a website and would like to be in the Chathouse Webring, please send me an email!

House Errors
Chatters are still having back scrolling problems.
This should hopefully be fixed soon. If you are having any other problems, besides the back scrolling or links not opening in new pages, please leave a note in the complaints forum! 

Find Me a Tag
This is the last week to submit any Picture ideas you have for my new tags! 
Click above to see the tags that have been sent in so far,
and then email in yours!     chatdominatrix@hotmail.com

 Added Quotes
Three quotes were picked this week to be added to the Random Quotes.

The first was sent in by - Silky 
² "The squeaking wheel doesn't always get the grease. Sometimes it gets replaced."

The second one was sent in by - Jenna A.k.a. ~The Shewolf~
² "Ex's are like a good book, you only re-read it for the steamy sex part."  

The third one was sent in by - Mëñ†å£ På†ïëñ†™
² "I'd give you my opinion, but my train of thought derailed." 

To submit your favorite quote, joke, bumper sticker or motto for a chance to win and be added to the Random Quotes, email it in, along with your handle to,
quotes@chathouse.com

Click the Chathouse links below!

    
New Chatters

RantMaster's Theater   The News Page

chatdominatrix@hotmail.com

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Spice Up Your Desktop
MichiganStorm™

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The Fiction Section

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Citizens for Constitutional Government
My Two Cents

by My2CentsDealW/it!

Dear2c@hotmail.com

My Two Cents
on Lipo-Lawsuits

What are Lipo-Lawsuits? Well it seems the hot new crusade within the legal system is the attack on fatty foods. On the heels of tobacco and gun lawsuits we now have those who are asking, "I'm fat, who can I sue?". This is another step in a disturbing pattern that has been growing in our society. The use of the legal system to avoid personal responsibility. You think I'm joking?

Check this out - ABCNews - Jan. 22nd 2002

"[O]besity is not just an American image crisis — it's fast becoming our most serious public health problem. Indeed, obesity now rivals smoking in its deadliness and is linked to diseases such as type-2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer."

Smoking is a "public health problem", guns are a "public health problem", and now pizza and cheeseburgers are a "public health problems". Just for the record here... cigarettes, guns and cheeseburgers are all legal products that can be bought, sold and used in America. With that being said, then it is a matter of personal choice as to whether a person purchases any of these items and a matter of personal responsibility in how they use the products. There is not a smoker in America who does not know the health risks associated with smoking, there is not a single American old enough to buy a gun that does not know their deadly nature. Now, in this image conscious, everyday-a-new-diet, calorie-counting, lite beer and diet soda society it is absurd to think that anyone in America is eating cheeseburgers and Twinkies without knowing the consequences as well. So, if the people smoking cigarettes, buying guns and wolfing down the pizza and beer know the consequences, then there is absolutely no basis for any lawsuit. It is a matter of choice and responsibility.

These lawsuits, no matter how absurd they are, have managed to put MILLIONS of dollars into the pockets of the government. Supposedly to offset healthcare costs involved with smoking, guns and now fatty foods. In reality, these lawsuits are nothing more than NEW TAXES that are being levied against corporate America and passed on to all of us. These "new taxes" do not have to be voted on or approved by any of our representatives in government, who are supposed to be serving our interests (ya right).

It is an extension of the hyper-litigious nature of our society as a whole. When my kids (pre-teens) talk of suing people left and right over every little thing they don't like or doesn't go their way, then you know it is a deep-rooted part of the American psyche.

In essence, this latest scourge on society, the Lipo-Lawsuits, is but an indicator of much greater problems plaguing our society at large. The abandonment of personal responsibility in exchange for the lawsuit lottery. "It's not my fault, the big corporations and mind-numbing advertising made me do it! Now PAY ME!" It seems OK to blame corporations and advertising for making us do things like eat too much, but to blame the same advertising, movies, etc. for the violence in our society is poppycock! Seems a bit of a double standard to me, how about you?

Furthermore, this abandonment of personal responsibility in favor of blaming and suing others has become a big business in the financing of our government. Government sponsored lawsuits, in the name of public health, have enabled the liberal-left to kill two birds with one stone. They attack the "evil corporations" in the pocketbook and fill the government coffers at the same time without raising taxes. Not to mention the fact that these lawsuits enable them to exercise a measure of control over how and what we do as "free Americans". Just one more small step towards socialism which enables the few to dictate the actions of the majority. One more step towards socialized medicine, which would only increase their control over our everyday lives, dictating what we can do, eat or own in the name of "public health".

In closing, I think most people will get a good laugh at the thought of lawsuits against fatty food makers and vendors, but it is far from a laughing matter. It is only a matter of time before the lawsuits start against fast food companies or taxes are added to fatty food products. There are those among us who will strive to drive fatty food prices through the roof with added taxes, who will sue for equal time in vending machines putting celery sticks next to the Snickers. A trip to McDonald's will cost as much as a night out at a five star restaurant.

What's next?

That's My Two Cents, Deal With It!


Citizens for Constitutional Government

So, what have you got to say?

Let me know and I'll tell you if it's worth 2 cents!

Dear2c@hotmail.com

*note: all names and handles will be changed or removed to protect the pathetic*

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Horoscopes

WEEKLY HOROSCOPES

For week beginning January 28, 2002

  
 Aries.... March 21 - April 19
Ruling Planet:  Mars. MASCULINE, FIRE
Key Words:  Assertive, Urgent.
Positive Traits:  Pioneering and adventurous spirit. Enterprising, Direct, Highly energetic, Loving freedom.
Negative Traits:  Selfish, Unsubtle, Always put themselves first, Impulsive, Impatient, Quick tempered.

If you can force yourself to listen to what other people have to say, you will both have a more peaceful time and quite probably learn something that will be to your advantage. However, don't go too far, try to avoid being bullied yourself!

Taurus.... April 20 - May 20
Ruling Planet:  Venus. FEMININE, EARTH
Key Words:  Possessive, Permanent.
Positive Traits:  Practical, Reliable, Good business sense, Love of luxury and good foods, Persistent, Affectionate, Trustworthy.
Negative Traits:  Possessive, Lazy, Stubborn, Lacks flexibility, Obsessed with routine.

You could find that gradually more and more of your friends start drifting away. If you want to prevent this, try to listen to what others have to say, remember, they have feelings too!

Gemini.... May 21 - June 20
Ruling Planet:  Mercury. MASCULINE, AIR
Key Words: Communicative, Adaptable, Versatile.
Positive Traits:  Adaptable, Versatile, Logical, Spontaneous, Talkative, Flair for languages, Always youthful in outlook and appearance.
Negative Traits:  Changeable, Restless, Cunning, Superficial, A gossip

You could find yourself in the situation of having to offer a shoulder to cry on to a close friend. If you offer advice, it is likely to be good and if followed, will be a great help to whoever receives it..

Cancer.... June 21 - July 22
Ruling Planet:  Moon. FEMININE, WATER
Key Words: Protective, Sensitive.
Positive Traits: Kind, Sensitive, Sympathetic, Powerful imagination, A good parent, Protective, Cautious, Thrifty, A good home maker.
Negative Traits:  Over-emotional, Hyper-sensitive, Touchy, Moody, Sharp tempered, Self pity, Untidy, Unforgiving.

A whirlwind love affair could start this week, and although it is unlikely to last very long, the long term consequences could stay with you for months to come. You could find that you act on impulse a great deal, if you don't take care to consider the options, you may easily find that you are unexpectedly in trouble with someone in authority.

Leo.... July 23 - August 22
Ruling Planet: Sun. MASCULINE, FIRE
Key Words: Creative, Impressive, Powerful.
Positive Traits: Magnanimous, Generous, Creative, Enthusiastic, A good organizer, Broad minded, A sense of drama.
Negative Traits: Dogmatic, Bully, Pompous, Snobbish, Intolerant, Patronizing, Power mad, Conceited.

If people make mistakes or appear not to be pulling their weight at work, rather than lose your temper, you will be both understanding and encouraging. If you are in a managerial role, then your staff are likely to feel appreciated and the motivation levels will be high.

Virgo.... August 23 - September 22
Ruling Planet: Mercury. FEMININE, EARTH
Key Words: Critical, Analytical.
Positive Traits: Discriminating, Analytical, Careful/Exact, Modest, Tidy.
Negative Traits: Fussy, A warrior, Hypercritical, Conventional

You need to beware of expecting too much from a romance. Especially if this romance is very new. You will have the tendency to be almost hypnotized into a belief that a partner is a lot more than they really are. You certainly will have trouble keeping your feet on the ground and may be enormously disappointed when you find that your partner cannot live up to all your expectations.

 Libra.... September 23 - October 22
Ruling Planet: Venus. MASCULINE, AIR 
Key Words: Harmonious, Together. 
Positive Traits: Charming, Easy going, Romantic, Diplomatic, Idealistic, Refined. 
Negative Traits: Indecisive, Resentful, Changeable, Gullible, Frivolous. 

At work, you will probably find that there are numerous ego clashes. You are not likely to be able to work in a calm atmosphere of teamwork, everyone, you included, will be out for number one. The results are only likely to be arguments, disagreements and failed projects.

Scorpio.... October 23 - November 21
Ruling Planet: Pluto, (Traditionally Mars) FEMININE, WATER
Key Words: Intense, Passionate.
Positive Traits: Strong feelings and emotions, A sense of purpose, Very imaginative, Discerning, Subtle, Persistent, Determined.
Negative Traits: Jealous, Resentful, Stubborn, Obstinate, Secretive, Suspicious.

Those of you in relationships could have a great time this week, with you and perhaps your partner having high energy levels, a spark that you may have thought was going out, will be rekindled into a blazing inferno!

 Sagittarius.... November 22 - December 21
Ruling Planet: Jupiter. MASCULINE, FIRE
Key Words: Exploring, Free.
Positive Traits: Jovial, Optimistic, Versatile, Open minded, Dependable, Sincere, Good judgment.
Negative Traits: Exaggerates, tactless, careless, irresponsible, Extremist.

A very hectic week seems to be ahead of you. Both socially and perhaps even within a work environment. You are not likely to have as much energy as you probably will need and could easily find yourself feeling exhausted by mid week. This may start to create a feeling of tension and you may begin to appear a little irritable to other people.

 Capricorn.... December 22 - January 19
Ruling Planet: Saturn. FEMININE, EARTH
Key Words: Prudent, Calculated.
Positive Traits: Reliable, Determined, Ambitious, Careful, Prudent, Good sense of humor, Patient.
Negative Traits: Pessimistic, Miserly, Conventional, Rigid outlook.

It is likely that your partner could be pleased to see that you have a serious side and that you at last seem to be prepared to treat your relationship seriously. They will now be able to see exactly how much you value your relationship. You could find that midweek your relationship becomes a more permanent and secure feature in your life.

 Aquarius.... January 20 - February 18
Ruling Planet: Uranus (Traditionally Saturn) MASCULINE, AIR.
Key Words: Independent, Humane.
Positive Traits: Humanitarian, Independent, Friendly, Willing, Original, Inventive, Faithful, Loyal, Idealistic, Intellectual.
Negative Traits: Unpredictable, Eccentric, Rebellious, Tactless, Perverse, Tries too hard to be unconventional.

There are likely to be several important decisions that you have to make at work this week, your instincts are going to be particularly good, so you will be very pleased with the results of your work for a long time to come.

Pisces.... February 19 - March 20
Ruling Planet: Neptune. FEMININE, WATER.
Key Words:  Impressionable.
Positive Traits:  Humble, Compassionate, Sympathetic, Sensitive, Adaptable, Kind, Intuitive, Receptive.
Negative Traits: Vague, Careless, Secretive, Easily confused, weak willed, Indecisive.

Friends and family should start to feel loved and wanted again. Gradually, you should notice the feeling of tension that has seemed to be around you of late, disappearing. You are now able to look to your future with a more positive and optimistic view.

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