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[Inscrutable]

2007 Financial outlook.

Susie, I think yours means the yacht.

Aries:
(March 21 - April 19)
So you're probably not going to win the lottery this year, but if you work smart, spend wisely, and sock away a little cash, you could be positioned by the end of the year to start up your own business, which would be just peachy for the entrepreneurial, independent Ram. Just don't quit your day job until all your ducks are in a row, and avoid risky investments.

Taurus:
(April 20 - May 20)
It's no secret that Taurus loves luxury, and you'll have plenty of it in 2007. You can make your money grow through sound investments (nothing too risky) and perhaps a little moonlighting doing something you love, such as catering or playing music. Comfort is key, and you'll also want to spend on the best of the best. Go ahead, as long as you stay within your means.

Gemini:
(May 21 - June 21)
Put your mind to it, and you will be able to manifest a better job this year, one that is more enjoyable and pays more. However, you may have to weather a difficult transition period, so start socking away cash right now and don't dig into it unless you really need it. You probably won't, but you'll be less stressed if you give yourself this little bit of security.

Cancer:
(June 22 - July 22)
While you may be earning more than ever, you're spending more, too, and you can count on some unforeseen expenses, so set up a rainy day fund. When you're out shopping, be selective about what you allow yourself to indulge in. You'll need to make a budget and stick to it. Starting your own business may be an option later this year.

Leo:
(July 23 - August 22)
Although you are highly creative, the idea of the starving artist definitely doesn't appeal to you. You want to live well, and that sometimes means living beyond your means. This isn't a good idea in 2007. If a particular luxury makes you happy, go for it, but cut back on things you don't need. Meanwhile, fix your sights on getting a higher-paying job doing something you enjoy.

Virgo:
(August 23 - September 22)
You're generally careful with your money, so you should do well this year. The key for you is to keep the worrying to a minimum, as fear impedes your success. Your best bet is to get your credit card debt under control and then save and invest. Do the latter with the help of a good financial adviser, and stick to safe investments.

Libra:
(September 23 - October 22)
Your financial circumstances should improve greatly in 2007, possibly through a new project in communications or publishing. Rather than squander your extra cash going out to dinner and indulging yourself and your honey with expensive gifts, put that money in an interest-bearing account or invest it. As long as you keep your spending within reason, you'll live comfortably and well this year.

Scorpio:
(October 23 - November 21)
Financially, 2007 should be one of the best years you've had in more than a decade. With Jupiter in your earned income zone, you have the potential to expand your earnings more than any other sign. The problem for you is that you can fall into the fear trap and worry that you'll lose it all. Work to stay positive, and watch your money multiply.

Sagittarius:
(November 22 - December 21)
With Jupiter in your sign and his, you are lucky this year in everything you do. But you also are given to extremes, and discipline, which already is not one of your strong points, will be exceedingly hard to come by. Don't let that money burn a hole in your pocket. Woot! Make it a rule of thumb not to make a major purchase without sleeping on it overnight.


Capricorn:
(December 22 - January 19)
Of all the signs, you are in the best position this year to turn positive thinking and creative visualization into material results. However, this is a foreign concept for hard-working Capricorn, who tends to make money the old-fashioned way - by earning it. Hard work does indeed pay off, but hard work combined with positive thinking and expanding your beliefs about money pays off even better in 2007.

Aquarius:
(January 20 - February 18)
With Uranus, your ruler, in your income sector for the past several years, you've been experiencing ups and downs in your cash flow. Fortunately, you're also moving steadily toward earning a living in a way that is more true to who you are. Jupiter's position in Sagittarius further aids you in fulfilling your life's purpose and realizing your dreams - which, really, are one and the same.

Pisces:
(February 19 - March 20)
It's a running joke that Pisces never has any money. This is because you are the least materialistic of all the signs and focus a lot of your time and energy on spiritual matters. However, if you think money is somehow unspiritual, it's not likely you'll have much. Jupiter, your co-ruler, will help you expand your view in 2007 to learn the real truth about money. Once you do, watch it come rolling in.

[Ranger III]

I was very sorry to see the demise of the "Thanks" and "Thanked" convention (collectively, the "Convention") used here at Rolclub until just a few days ago.

I expect that the Convention was dropped for what appeared to be good and sufficient reasons, but I would like to request that it be reinstated.

First, the Convention is/was a very tasteful way to distinguish Rolclub from
other inferior sites. To me it illustrates that Rolclub cares/cared about toning down the rhetoric and infusing a little grace into the equation.

Second, while not perfect, the Convention provided a means of distinguishing
the worthiness or unworthiness of posters. I for one would pay much more
attention to a poster who has historically been thanked, say, fifteen times per post on average, versus a poster who is very seldom thanked.

Finally, I believe that the absence of the Convention has taken away a valuable incentive to post, because everyone seeks consciously or unconsciously the praise of his or her fellow man. Without the Convention it is difficult to tell who cares or doesn't care about a particular post. With the Convention it is easy to tell.

I suspect that it would not be too terribly difficult to reinstate the Convention, and it is not as if it would have to be reinstated perfectly.
Why not just reinsate it as is, without trying to account for every intervening
view?

I believe that such a reinstatement would elevate Rolclub and restore it to its accustomed status as a premium site.

[hightide3016]

I was very sorry to see the demise of the "Thanks" and "Thanked" convention (collectively, the "Convention") used here at Rolclub until just a few days ago.

I expect that the Convention was dropped for what appeared to be good and sufficient reasons, but I would like to request that it be reinstated.

First, the Convention is/was a very tasteful way to distinguish Rolclub from
other inferior sites. To me it illustrates that Rolclub cares/cared about toning down the rhetoric and infusing a little grace into the equation.

Second, while not perfect, the Convention provided a means of distinguishing
the worthiness or unworthiness of posters. I for one would pay much more
attention to a poster who has historically been thanked, say, fifteen times per post on average, versus a poster who is very seldom thanked.

Finally, I believe that the absence of the Convention has taken away a valuable incentive to post, because everyone seeks consciously or unconsciously the praise of his or her fellow man. Without the Convention it is difficult to tell who cares or doesn't care about a particular post. With the Convention it is easy to tell.

I suspect that it would not be too terribly difficult to reinstate the Convention, and it is not as if it would have to be reinstated perfectly.
Why not just reinsate it as is, without trying to account for every intervening
view?

I believe that such a reinstatement would elevate Rolclub and restore it to its accustomed status as a premium site.

I also would like to see it reinstated. It was a quick and easy way to let a poster know that his or her post was appreciated. As you said, that was what made Rolclub distinguished from other forums.

[webinvestor]

I was very sorry to see the demise of the "Thanks" and "Thanked" convention (collectively, the "Convention") used here at Rolclub until just a few days ago.

I expect that the Convention was dropped for what appeared to be good and sufficient reasons, but I would like to request that it be reinstated.

First, the Convention is/was a very tasteful way to distinguish Rolclub from
other inferior sites. To me it illustrates that Rolclub cares/cared about toning down the rhetoric and infusing a little grace into the equation.

Second, while not perfect, the Convention provided a means of distinguishing
the worthiness or unworthiness of posters. I for one would pay much more
attention to a poster who has historically been thanked, say, fifteen times per post on average, versus a poster who is very seldom thanked.

Finally, I believe that the absence of the Convention has taken away a valuable incentive to post, because everyone seeks consciously or unconsciously the praise of his or her fellow man. Without the Convention it is difficult to tell who cares or doesn't care about a particular post. With the Convention it is easy to tell.

I suspect that it would not be too terribly difficult to reinstate the Convention, and it is not as if it would have to be reinstated perfectly.
Why not just reinsate it as is, without trying to account for every intervening
view?

I believe that such a reinstatement would elevate Rolclub and restore it to its accustomed status as a premium site.

Since i can't thank you (with the convention), i will say "thank you". As it is right now, it just looks like IIF here...

[neno]

I was very sorry to see the demise of the "Thanks" and "Thanked" convention (collectively, the "Convention") used here at Rolclub until just a few days ago.

I expect that the Convention was dropped for what appeared to be good and sufficient reasons, but I would like to request that it be reinstated.

First, the Convention is/was a very tasteful way to distinguish Rolclub from
other inferior sites. To me it illustrates that Rolclub cares/cared about toning down the rhetoric and infusing a little grace into the equation.

Second, while not perfect, the Convention provided a means of distinguishing
the worthiness or unworthiness of posters. I for one would pay much more
attention to a poster who has historically been thanked, say, fifteen times per post on average, versus a poster who is very seldom thanked.

Finally, I believe that the absence of the Convention has taken away a valuable incentive to post, because everyone seeks consciously or unconsciously the praise of his or her fellow man. Without the Convention it is difficult to tell who cares or doesn't care about a particular post. With the Convention it is easy to tell.

I suspect that it would not be too terribly difficult to reinstate the Convention, and it is not as if it would have to be reinstated perfectly.
Why not just reinsate it as is, without trying to account for every intervening
view?

I believe that such a reinstatement would elevate Rolclub and restore it to its accustomed status as a premium site.

But not happening. It was the entrance for Hacking. The Thanks and the Shout Box was to unsecure. Marek will have something soon to replace it. Along with the flags being gone as well. I am no techie. But this is why they are gone. Sorry.

[Escalade]

Oh no! No thaks button.

[Admin]

The looks we have now, is vbulletin softwares default looks. Had to drop alot of the extra things as thank you, shoutbox and many other things, as they were not included in the normal software, and due to them, we had put our sites security at risk. This is also the reason Gff hacked us.. They will not be back.

But we will have a new site design soon, with lots of new things added.
Iff has a default look, as they haven't designed anything else, and still use the default software design.

Regards
admin

[buddyboy]

I appreciate your candor and your opinion without any disrespect to you or your op. I hope you are wrong.

I personally don't see any value to the iraqi people or the economy of that nation if there is slow, however positive moving it would be, growth. Smarter people than I have stated that the security issue is a non factor when considering reval.

Welcome!

[kiko]

Hi folks. I have been a long time lurker on here, and this is my first post. First, let me say that this site bursts with optimism. We all want the reval to happen yesterday. However, we need to keep in mind that it is in Iraq's best interest to appreciate the dinar slowly. Keep in mind that this is an artificial rate; supply and demand does not govern the dinar currently. When it hits the world market, that is when true gains will be made. Iraq needs stability right now. Turning it loose on the forex before stability is achieved would only serve to further the choas right now.

Don't get me wrong. I am an investor also. However, Iraq is going to do what is best for Iraq, not us. A slow appreciation is the plan, and we are seeing it before our eyes. What is so wrong with being millionaires in 2 to 5 years?

I just get a kick out of those that post here, trying to decipher little clues, like differences in the CBI website and reading more into press releases than what is actually there. Don't get me wrong, the world (and this site) needs dreamers too. However, it needs realists also to keep things balanced. The Shotgun Susie's of the world keep things entertaining.

Anyway, this is just my opinion. I bought in for the long term, anyway. When Iraq is somewhat stable economically and security-wise, they may throw open the gates. But, until then, I'll take a 5 point movement a day. It wasn't too long ago that there was zero movement. There is no doubt that this investment will pay off, but I highly doubt overnight. If I am wrong, I will be happily suprised.

Hey Llon, welcome to rolclub.

Thanks for your input, but personally i don't see a timescale of 2 till 5 years happen with a slow appreciation of a few points a day.

If there won't be a bold adjust, like we want it, then the demand/supply will drive the price up real quick as CBI pulled out dinars.

Don't forget how the iraqi people are living now, pure poverty that will become worse and worse with a slow increase. Slow increase over a period of 2 year isn't going to improve the purchasing power with high inflation.

Don't forget that the Iraq compact is the debt solution of Iraq. It means aid only in return for economic reform = enacting HCL/FIL.

The donor countries want to make money in Iraq and out of Iraq by the oil and a high exchange rate otherwise the debts don't get paid.

Without donor countries and investors, Iraq isn't able to stand on its own feet financially.

Last but not least don't forget the NATIONAL PRIDE.

No way, they must shoot for the jackpot and they can cover and handle it.

It will happen, they don't have a choice.

It's in a way black mail for black oil!

We are lucky that we are at the right time at the right place!