Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

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Cloudy's Cafe



Come in, be welcome, be comfortable, be yourself

Welcome to Cloudy's Cafe, a place to have a cup of coffee or a good
darjeeling and the finest in conversation and camaraderie.

The proprietor asks that you follow a few simple guidelines:


this is a real conversation zone, not a role-play zone



* no flaming; if you disagree with a viewpoint expressed by any patron, please do so in a civil manner

* any topic is fair game, but keep posts to the standards that Ziroc has set for the entire forum, please (ie: foul language is not appropriate and things should be suitable for all audiences)
-a side note from Cloudy: I see this as a place for those short
conversations about a new baby or the latest soccer fiasco, not for things that are big enough to warrant their own threads, by all means give those things the space they need and post separately!

* Please, no one word or smiley posts (Ziroc has declared them 'real spam' and the proprietor doesn't want the reputuation of "good spam" to suffer!)

* do feel free to be serious or silly and enjoy the company of others while you are here. By all means POST if you have something to say, even to start another topic , we can handle multiple chats, we're a CAFE!!! But be courteous and don't disrupt a conversation just to disrupt it.

Come on in! The bar is stocked with coffees, teas, juices and waters from around the world. And purple napkins, of course!

The lighting is low, the golden oak counters and tables glow with inviting warmth. Near the window, the lighting is brighter, as comfy, plush leather armchairs wait for those who'd like to read a book while relaxing to music or just lazily watch the world go by.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Hello everyone! I've been away for a while coping with some health issues and helping a dear friend with hers. My best friend was diagnosed with breast cancer in the spring and is still going through chemo, but the odds are excellent that it won't re-occur, thaqnk God! As for me, I recently found out I'm diabetic and am getting acclimated to dealing with that. So the Cafe is offering low carb and sugar free goodies now, too! ;)

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Bad luck on the diabetes, our thoughts are with you. And fingers crossed for your friend :)
*dusts off m&m dispenser* ahh, I'd missed this...

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

G'day Cloudyperson :heee:

And G'day to all in the cafe du ferrous yakka

I hope that Nacht is doing ok and offering to eat any cake or biscuit that you come across 'just to protect you' :P

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

LOL @ Wellard's post! Yes, he's very willing to take those out for me! :) He's being incredibly supportive with all this.

Thanks Wolf Rider 2, It's alot to take in all at once, but so far I'm coping ok. Lots of family/friends for support.

M&M's and low carb cookies on the house!

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

*wanders over to the Endless M&M Machine (TM), tinkers*

There. Flipped the low-carb sugar-free dispenser switch. And because it's magic, they still taste good :)

Greetz, all :)

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

*sigh* really wishing stores were in more of a hiring mood. It's a vicious circle. Stores aren't hiring because no one is spending. People aren't spending because no one is hiring. And no, I don't think the housing market is the answer to our problems. Trust in the housing market is what caused the situation to begin with.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Amber, just wanted to wish you a very happy birthday! :) You're what? 20 now? :D :D

I'll be 39 Oct 21st... this year seem to go by so fast. (And I'm STILL in a damn full arm cast.) ughhhhhhhhhhh.... it IS healing, just takes longer for the scaphoid to heal due to the lack of blood flow to the fractured area. YEY!!! lol

Anyway, Have a good one!!! Do something fun!!!

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Thank you, Dan! Had a great visit with my folks and went out for lunch, visited an old time country store in VT, LOL.....yah 20 works for me..*snicker*

Sorry to hear the arm's giving you trouble! Hope it's improved before your birthday. :)


LOL- thanks Bungleau, I like how you think! :) *snacking on the magically yummy no-carb m&ms*

Hey FSA, hang in there. Something will come up for you, I'm sure!

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

JEEEEEZ,

I seem to have a habit of abandoning these forums for 6 months at a time. Then, just when I think it might be safe, I wander back and see you lot still hanging around ;)

Genuinely, It's nice to see the same old members still on here. It's odd how a familiar screen name can be comforting. Cloudy! Ziroc! Bungleau! You're all here :) Oddly enough, <font color="cyan">Wellard</font> came up in conversation for me not two days ago! I remember quoting to my girlfriend 'How 'ard? Well'ard!' and having a giggle to myself.

I recently started posting on another forum, my first in a LONG time, and it made me think of you guys. So...

HELLO ALL!

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

That said, by the end of this week I should be drawing a paycheck from either Dollar Tree or Walgreens. Nothing glamorous, but better than unemployed by far. Besides, I like retail work. Walgreens is the more likely of the two, I think.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Update: As of this monday, I'm officially employed. Hooray!!! Starting at minimum wage, and it's only seasonal. But, seasonal can lead to regular, or worst case, it's at least a more recent reference than three years ago.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Just thought I'd stop in and say hi, if anyone remembers me from back in the day!

I am still alive and kicking (and gaming!) and just fancied saying hello to anyone that remembers me from days gone by :)

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Wow I didnt realise this place was still going, I dont think I've visited Ironworks since the days of Baldur's gate!

Anyway I just accidentally found the site again, most of you probabally dont remember me but I recognise a few names from the old days, just thought I'd drop a line and say hi whilst I was here, for old times sake.

And of all the funny coincidences it looks like I'm not the only one to make a return today. I remember you Epona or at least I recognise your name.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Hi Daniel. I actually met Epona in person years ago, a great gal and a blast to hang out with. Haven't seen her online in ages though. Maybe someday though. That is what I like about Ironworks, it stays online so sometimes people return after many years.

On another note, blah I can't sleep tonight. Waiting and waiting to get tired. So far not happenin. Luckily I took tomorrow off so OK. Maybe I'll read a boring book LOL. :)

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Oh shite I didn't even see your post LOL. Hey gal! :) Glad to see you again and that you are still doing well, and gaming. Keep in touch if you are able! And if you have facebook look me up or message me here with your FB details. Love to hear from you again after all these years. My life is totally different now than when we used to chat LOL.

Wendy

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

You're not a raging alcoholic anymore then? :P

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Really starting to appreciate how much my family and close friends mean to me. We've had an awful weekend, with my best friend's mum dying of cancer. Horrific end, really...

Hoping that all on here are well, and are enjoying the beginning of the Christmas season.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

So, I've decided to upgrade my desktop rather than get a laptop. At least, for the time being. Got a 500w power supply to replace the old 250w supply that it came with. And my new video card is on the way. In my digging around I found some 1000w and even 2000w supplies, and I'm left wondering what kind of home system would call for that much power?

On a side note, I was biking to work a couple weeks ago and I managed to snap my rear axel. $60 to replace the wheel.

Loving my job, still wishing I was making more money/hours, but I'm still only several months new there. I may consider taking some business/management courses at somepoint. I really enjoy the retail environment, but if I want to make any kind of living doing this, I need to get at least some kind of lower management position.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Hey people! I'm ducking in for a peek. I didn't even remember that there was a new forum url..Man, it's been a long time since I came on here. How's everyone doing?

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

*Runs in naked*

"were all fine, good to see you spirits, got to go - it's hot down under"

*runs out with the M&M magic jar*

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Crap, now we have to order a new magic m&m jar. Those things don't grow on trees, you know!!

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Howdy folks. Been a long time since I posted on any forums - Cloudy, there's another one I ought to go visit...

What did I do with my time? Finished my education, got a professional job, moved on to another one, bought a house, fell in love, got married and have a baby on the way. Great time to start wasting time online, right? Yeah, it's something to do when I can't sleep.

Hope everyone is hanging in there.

Re: Cloudy's Cafe, a conversation zone, Sept.23, 2011
 

Hi all, checkin in :happywave: Like most, been a while, taking care of my family.

If any of you live in the Tampa Bay area and want to help out, follow the link :D

It's for my lil one's, hope y'all dont mind me posting it.