Well, I know that would have got the attention of more than one of our Offtopic lurkers :p

COOKIE stands for 'Caedes Offtopic Over-all "Kraziness" In Everything'... and I feel it is necessary to have an awards ceremony for the crazy people that come here every so often and brighten up our lives with pure charm and... erm... kraziness.

First, to take the podium is somebody (or a few somebodies) willing to make a long winded speech about our good friend Les, aka 'purmusic', aka Lesinaldo, aka the person who so far has died twice.

No, Les, you cannot talk about yourself. Well, you can, but stay at your table and help yourself to the free booze there :p

Like police officers to donuts ... ducks to water ... the thread called to me. :o))

LOLOLOL.

Just read the 'topic.' Ok, you will find me in the punchbowl.

p.s. Yes, you read correctly ... "in."

He's the most precious guy on here!....'nuff' said?....

Hand that man ... a cookie ... and some of the The Macallan. :o)

Les...great guy, great friend, funny, smart...DO NOT trust him to watch your plate of goodies...there is no cake on this planet that is safe from Les...beyond that...Les...you da man!

Hand that dear, sweet girl ... a cookie or two.

Wait, wait, wait!! Not so fast with the tray ... I mean, I wouldn't want my friend to eat a bad cookie would I?

Need to samp ... *crunching is heard*

Your humanitarian efforts are...I mean to possibly sacrifice yourself to save me from a bad cookie...I'm sorry, its so touching I can't speak **runs off crying**

*mumbles through a mouthful of cookies*

Maaa?? 'Ere thee goin' ??

*shrugs and goes back to samp ... *

How's those cookies Les? Are they safe for me to eat???

(*crumbs drop from his mouth as he speaks*)

I have determined them to have been unfit for your consumption.

Instead, for you my dear ... here ... have some meat ... *places a tri-tip roast ... colourfully wrapped ... with a bow ... in Jenn's hands*

:o)

... ok then...

Well... Les... once you finish that plate, you may wanna come and collect your trophy.

Ok, next up for speech... being... made of... is Jen, aka akashtrega.

Oh...THIS is gonna be good
excuse me while I grab a beer and kick back and wait for the party to start...
Be nice or I will withhold that subscription for monthly Ghriradelli shipments I just got for you...

Jenn?

Tells it like it is ... her motto should be "no fear."

Annnnd ... don't let her bark fool you. And as intimidating as it may be ... she has a heart of gold. She just can't shake her 'from da hood roots' at times ... some tough streets and times demand a good front.

You would definitetly want her on your team. You need never look over your shoulder ... 'cause she has your back.

She survived cancer this year. And maintained her sanity and her family. 'Nuff said on that.

She's my friend. :o)

Les, you definately get that Ghirardelli subscription!!! And I am very happy to call you my friend as well (despite being a cookie monster).

Love the tough streets part...yeah Waikiki...better watch out, that part of da hood is bad...we'll straight up kill you for wearing black socks with your pasty white legs!!

I'll make a speech… but only if I get cookies @ the end of it. *grin*

Yes, you will definitely get cookies.

Very well… *steps up to mic*

Now most pe *hears tremendous feedback squeal* *takes a step back*

Now most people would start by saying "hello" @ this point, but that's so boring and normal… and this man is DEFINITELY NOT NORMAL. So why start out that way? We're here to toast and roast a man w/a heart 3 sizes too large (bonus points if you get the hidden reference). Whenever a member appears to be flagging in spirits, he will rush to their side w/cookies and other sustenance as necessary to turn that frown upside down.

While easily distracted by the wonders of the threads (have you ever SEEN the "man"'s delivery menu collection?), he also has a sense of humor able to appreciate both the sly and sarcastic… even when it's pointed @ himself. For this reason, I've bought stock in Windex & Bounty this past year… I think I'll buy more shortly.

But it does leave you to wonder… with all the things @ the side of his keyboard… does he ever grab the wrong thing? Is poison control on his speed-dial as well as the local pizzeria, chinese, mexican and tuscan italian restaurants? There was a rumor of a hungarian place opening soon near him, and I hear he's put out a cash reward if someone will kindly supply him with the phone # before the opening?

Of course… the hungarian place may not appreciate this as he will likely request special dishes and begin writing his reviews in advance. While most restaurants appreciate lengthy reviews, he's given a whole new meaning to the term "drive-by". Thorough is this man's middle name… but then again… so is "generous", and thus, I think they should get over it, and happily accept any attention he chooses to bestow on them. As do the rest of us. *waits for applause*

*sits down to wait for cookies*

*applause*

*cookies*

Beautiful speech. And to keep your stock in Windex/Bounty flourishing...

Les... I'm pregnant.

*waits for spraying*

Ok, next up on the list is madmaven, a.k.a. Terry.

O.O

*monitor blows up*

LOL.

Well, before we proceed onto our own beloved Terri ... Cat?

*smooches and hugs ... and but of course ... cookies ... and then some* :o)

I'd like to point out that we Tavern Wenches are a tough lot...whenever there is a down cycle we somehow get even better (if it is possible to be better than perfection)...as for my fellow FTW, Cat is the epitome of Tavern Wenchness...if ever there was a table, lampshade or other item made for being danced upon, worn or otherwise used in ways never intended...leave it to our beloved FTW Cat to do so!! Cat is also a fantastic teacher, she has taught me words I never knew existed, and boy did I have a vocabulary to begin with (Queen Nerd that I am)!!! Now 2006 was a tough year for me, and Cat was a key part of my recovery...no one can get my mind off bad things like the way she can, and no one can make me laugh so hard I damn near wet myself...and as I have said over and over again...my new mantra if you will...Laughter is the greatest of medicines...and with that, I just want to say that I am very happy and proud to have Cat as a fell FTW and friend.

Now onto one of the next lovely ladies here...Terr...a woman after my own heart. Spirited, fun, smart, and talented...if ever I get the opportunity to share a 'rita with Terri, it will be a great day indeed. Terri was a great cheerleader for me throughout 2006, and added to Les and Cat and Lauren and Kim and Jacq (who I'll get to in a moment), made up a great cyber-team for me during a very rough time in my life.

Jacq and Kim...now both these ladies are classy, probably classier than I should hang with, but its cool with them, because with their classiness comes acceptance. I have had great convo's with them, and the first thing that gets me (beyond, damn these broads are classy) is how smart they are. Not just booksmart, but life smart...although Jacq, it wasn't so smart to make a zombie-roo, but I'll allow that one mis-step...in all seriousness though, I consider myself very blessed to know both of these amazing ladies.

Lauren...damn, now trying to find something to say about her WITHOUT writing a novel...Lauren has sent me daily emails which ALWAYS brought/brings a smaileto my face. Lauren has been my Caedes rock...and I willstop now before my 'from da hood roots' (as Les says) betrays me and I start crying.

So now, having read this novel...lemme just say this...I love you guys...you rock!

I think Gemma should be made a Feisty Tavern Wench in Waiting.

She's cool enough and smart enough to hang with you guys. (So's Steph and Jamie ... but, they didn't make this thread. :oP)

Terri?

We should alllll be so lucky to have someone like her in our lives.

You are guaranteed a lighter heart and many smiles ... and ... you just might ... just might learn a thing or two about tolerance and overcoming adversity if you scratch the surface and veneer of another Caedesian Court Jester.

Annnnd ...

She, too ... is my friend. :o))

*has that warm and fuzzy feeling again*

*checks to make sure he isn't sitting on another kitten*

Nope. Not this time. :o)

...and kittens everywhere rejoiced!!!

and it's a good thing you're wearing glasses Jenn, you could loose an eye because of his "warm fuzzy feeling".

LOL.

*blushes*

*wonders if the words I taught Jenn were REAL words*

lmao @ curt

LOLOL.

But of course they were veritable words Cat. ;o)

I didn't make the thread?!?!

*stands in corner highly offended*

Now I feel rather useless as a caedes member...and I don't even have any cookies for comfort and too grow fat off..

:(

'Make' ... as in author the thread. Post the topic and so on.

Oh oh ... *looks at holes he has been digging for himself*

Yikes. They're deep.

*examines feet* ... wellll ... they're pretty clean, no worries there ... *sticks one foot in his mouth and leaps off of the other into the darkness* ...

"Cannonballllllllllll !!!! "

**SPLAT**

That ... that is definitely going to leave a mark. :o(

I have just heard on the 'world news' that 'cookies' are be made obsolete?...

No more cookies to be had! the reason given was they warp the brain cells?....

In wor Leslie's case...it seems to be true?...

*Imagine*...A world without 'Cookies'.....eh!

Les....Oy Les!......*Oh my god ,he's passed out*?...........

Yea, the warm fuzzy feeling Les? You may wanna ask Keifer about where he got his dark suits.

I postied a topic, hehe.

*pokes Les in the face*

Hellooo?

Ok, before all pandemonium breaks out... next speech is about CurtieBear, aka Curt, aka Curtus Merlerdus.

Yea... I made that last one up.

Whaaaa ?

*shakes his head gently to bring himself to*

*groggily he pushes himself up on one elbow ... looks up ... reads Bobs' post ... faints again*

We could consider adding a junior coven um. er. i mean club. yes. that's it. club. 8•P

Curt...Maliblue Barbie...a great sense of style (love the Manolo's and Jimmy Choo's), funny and smart, and best of all has a great sense of humor (I mean...how many times has UPS or FedEx killed him??)...I love being able to have fun and lively discussions with Curt about things that really chaps my hide...and Curt has one thing that sets him apart from the rest of Caedes...he is the only FTW with a dingle (as my son calls it)...and THAT takes a special kind of guy to be able to hold his own with the crazy ladies...or maybe he is just certifiably insane...hmmm...

Curt you ROCK

I'll accept being preternaturally insane... god only knows where my psychosis come from. :oP

Curt?

Allow me a few words then ...

Many layers to this man.

Highly talented in whichever genre he finds his muse currently contemplating, he has produced some exceptional and sophisticated pieces.

Blessed with a warped, twisted sense of humour ... he makes me laugh. And lord knows we need more of that at times. :o)

Bit of an enigma to me in some regards. Wandering the Caedesian hallways at night is where you will usually find him ... and it's always pleasure to bump into him in the early morning hours and share his company on the boards.

I particularly like that he can and readily does go with the flow for the most part. And that philosophy is not as easy as one might think. It requires a tremendous degree of self-restraint and knowing oneself.

Annnnd for those particular last reasons ... I respect him. :o)

Who's next Gemma?

This thread is a good idea ... we await your announcement.

Hey ... we all need some strokes now and then.

*is waiting for the appropriate time to toast our hostess of the thread with the mostest*

Soon, methinks. :o)

*strokes Les*

Ummm...Curt, this is supposed to be a family site...remember!!
=D
Les, you need to keep your strokes to yourself.

Ok, before this just gets a little heated... in a different way... won't go into any more detail, guys... uh, next speech is about Bob, aka Dunstickin, aka... well, I have writers block. Off we go!!!

Ahhh good good ... allow me then ...

Bob is a good friend to many on the site here. In fact, I think you would be hard pressed to find a member that did not know of him. His selfless reputation precedes his words and actions.

Risking life and limbs at times ... as well as a 'wet backside,' as he would say ... to present us with glorious shots of his travels in and about his area ... he does so willingly, to brighten our collective monitors.

Blessed with a sense of humour I truly enjoy ... "Wor-Lass" has become a word we all banter about now ... he is more than just a pretty face, I'll have you know.

The man has walked the walk of an illustrious life thus far. He has overcome personal adversity and still managed to find and keep his smile. (This could be because of the prized single malt within his reach ... but, that's only hearsay. :oP)

Annnnd ... I am honoured ... to call him my friend. :o)

*runs into thread*

I'm still annoyed that there's no cookies for me to have..I wonder if I should start a petition group for all people who have lack of cookies syndrome like me...

I would ask les to join but he's more ''I'm more doped on them...than lack off''

Cannot trust anyone these days.

*sits in a ninja suit...watches everyone closely..*

Ok...

What a beautiful speech Lesinaldo. Very touching.

Steph, you seem to be getting annoyed about the lack of cookies... they're over there.

*points to buffet table*

And while Steph is enjoying those, we need somebody to take the stage and make a speech about Steph, aka IcedTears, aka Wolfy, aka Head Of The Cookie Deprival Guild.

Les..you have just inherited a shipment of freshly baked COOKIES!...all flavours and all varieties!.....
The transporter ship will dock very soon out your gate!...Just give the driver a small glass of your 20year old malt for his trouble!.......I will reimburse that drink with a bottle of the finest!

My 'flabber' is well and truly 'gasted' at your kind speech!....thank you

I have to say, looking back on past ... "comments" or ... diaria (sp??) (no not swearing, just plain poop)

I'm fairly sure i should get some form of award :P

Just look back somewhere in the young adults thread >:D

Or, you could guide yourself to my latest, but not greatest, form of disclaimer/copyright terms and conditions

I turned a dead fish into a crab using mind control

Copyright stuff: This sentence and anything that is to become of it is here-by copyrighted for life by the one and only "Davo". Any use of this sentence or re-gurgitating a piece of paper with these words which are worth their weight in gold is also counted as a violation under sub-contradictory statement 82 part 2 section... 6.
Any failure to comply with these terms and conditions can and will result in punishment, whether it be a dirty nappy thrown at you or a fine+jail bonus combo deal (only $9.95 [includes G.S.T] available until 12.9.[insert some year here]).
If un-happy with the bonus toy, please send it to your local pharmacy for fun :P

Yes, you will get a speech. I was just waiting for your arrival, seeing as you didn't have a video call option.

I keep telling you people, you need to get that option!

Fine i'll do my own speech

*clears throat*

Dave ... is a true hero, an inspiration to many and was the youngest ever to join the site at only 12 years of age. His artwork and sanity has improved much over the past years from "zzzz BLEAH" to ^copyrighted disclaimers^ and incredible artistic masterpieces.

I am beside myself that he joined and he has been a great contribution to this site and also being a great err ... 'leader' (i think only few will remember the ramblings on the young adults thread :P)

Signed, the other Me

I'm so modest aren't i :P

LMAO... LES I REALLY THINK YOU SHOULD SEE THIS... LMAO..

yummm cookies

Hello? I'm seeking attention! >.<

:P

Actually, I joined the site when I was 11. I just didn't start posting on the boards until about October last yearish.

Damn you! >:\

but ... i was the youngest art poster then >:D

Yea, probably true.

Wow, I need to get some art on here. I need to make with the art, come to think of it.

Not my fault. My amazing sketches never seem to scan into the computer well. I could photograph them... hm, my art teacher will let me use his... thought are coming now people!!!

thought are coming new people ... i think i should invent somekind of spell checker that fits into your brain so you don't make a mistake