This is an actual recipe my sister and I just found in a cook book I gave her a few years ago for Christmas. I also gave her a pony. The cook book was a secondary gift, and, quite possibly, the strangest book of recipes we've ever seen.
Brains Milan Style
Overall timing: 15 minutes plus soaking and cooling.
Freezing: Not suitable.
To Serve 4
4 Lambs Brains
2 teasp Vinegar
2 teasp Salt and Pepper
2 teasp Bouquet Garni
4 tbsp Plain Flour
1 Egg
4 tbsp Fresh Breadcrumbs
2 oz Butter
2 oz Sage Leaves
2 oz Lemon Wedges
Put the brains in a bowl of cold water with 1 teasp of the vinegar. Soak for 15 minutes.
Drain the brains. Holding them under running water, carefully pull away membranes and blood vessels. Put the brains into a sauce-pan and cover with cold water. Add the remaining vinegar, salt and bouquet garni. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat. Leave to cool in the liquid.
Drain the brains and dry on kitchen paper. Break into small pieces and coat with the flour. Beat the egg. Dip the brain into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumbs.
Melt the butter in a frying pan till foaming. Add the brains. Cook for 5 minutes till brown on all sides. Garnish with sage leaves and serve with lemon wedges.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
New Work
My story "Don't Get Comfortable" at the Montreal Review. Muchos Thanksos to Charlotte Musgrave for being an alternate set of eyeballs.
http://www.themontrealreview.com/2009/Dont-Get-Comfortable.php
http://www.themontrealreview.com/2009/Dont-Get-Comfortable.php
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
The Tenor
"Bravo, Bravo," they sing, they sing, they sing as the Tenor bows and leaves the stage, her stiff black dress darting across the floor behind her to the rhythm of her footsteps. She waves, crosses through the curtains into darkness. She avoids the ropes and chains and props for past and future productions. She turns left down a shallow hallway; the circular lights that hang smell of fried dust and burned moths. She goes down concrete steps. The ceiling is low. The chorus of Bravos retreat like dismissed echoes. The Tenor goes through a heavy door. The door knob, brass, is worn, like a pastel smudge. She enters a small room. Baskets of flowers with cards signed in fast writing are on a coffee table that is primarily brown. There is graffiti on the walls. The light in the room is fatigued, failing.
The Tenor shuts the door. She undoes her dress, lets it fall to the floor, steps out of it like she is performing a military drill. She sits in the make-up chair and grabs a water glass from a tray that also contains small white towels and packets of soap. She fills the water glass with melting ice from the ice bucket. She shakes away the water that sticks to her hand; small droplets pierce the carpet like rain on old snow. She picks up a bottle of McCallum's, pours a long draw into the water glass, several fingers high. She takes a heavy sip, cocks her head to the right as she swallows. The Tenor stands. She walks to the coffee table, picks up the paper, opens it to the classifieds. She takes another, smaller sip.
An announcement is made in the auditorium. It's muffled, indiscernible to the Tenor. The audience begins the process of leaving: the putting on of coats, the rediscovering of cell phones in pockets. They discuss the Tenor, marvel at her voice, the show. In the dressing room the Tenor scrolls the paper for an apartment. She sees one of interest. She finds a pen, circles the ad. She puts the paper down. She grabs the water glass of melted ice and McCallum's with her left hand and puts her legs up on the dressing table, crosses them. With her other hand she lights a cigarette.
The Tenor shuts the door. She undoes her dress, lets it fall to the floor, steps out of it like she is performing a military drill. She sits in the make-up chair and grabs a water glass from a tray that also contains small white towels and packets of soap. She fills the water glass with melting ice from the ice bucket. She shakes away the water that sticks to her hand; small droplets pierce the carpet like rain on old snow. She picks up a bottle of McCallum's, pours a long draw into the water glass, several fingers high. She takes a heavy sip, cocks her head to the right as she swallows. The Tenor stands. She walks to the coffee table, picks up the paper, opens it to the classifieds. She takes another, smaller sip.
An announcement is made in the auditorium. It's muffled, indiscernible to the Tenor. The audience begins the process of leaving: the putting on of coats, the rediscovering of cell phones in pockets. They discuss the Tenor, marvel at her voice, the show. In the dressing room the Tenor scrolls the paper for an apartment. She sees one of interest. She finds a pen, circles the ad. She puts the paper down. She grabs the water glass of melted ice and McCallum's with her left hand and puts her legs up on the dressing table, crosses them. With her other hand she lights a cigarette.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Rifflandia
Hey, all you five (including myself, which follows myself), my band Seven Year Old Poets is playing the Rifflandia music festival in Victoria, BC, September 23, 2010 @ Upstairs Cabaret with Calico Mountain, Tyger Dhula, DJ Rowan, and Delhi 2 Dublin. We're glad to be playing and hope to see at least one of you there (not including myself, because I will be there playing).
http://www.rifflandia.com/
http://www.rifflandia.com/
My Hot Date with a Hot-Bot
So, I'm checking my email, rights, and I'm in Hotmail and all, and then I sees that this friend of mine is on messenger and I don't really pay attention and then I go pee and come back and gets a message from him and at first I thought it was him but then I realized after I tried to do what he "suggested" that he'd been hacked and then I had fun.
Adam. J. says:
Hi r you there?
Bill Farrant says:
Yeah.
Adam. J. says:
i just took an IQ quiz
Bill Farrant says:
How low did you score?
Adam. J. says:
I was better than I am! I scored 108
Bill Farrant says:
Haha.
Nice work.
I once did one with my ex-wife, we scored 130, but I'm sure it was all her.
Adam. J. says:
you need to try if you can do better than me, http://iqscoreme4.com/?test=1so707d43
Im sure you cant haha
Bill Farrant says:
Haha.
Adam. J. says:
take it now while Im in the shower and tell me ur score later
Bill Farrant says:
Okay, I'll give it a go. I just smoked crack, so this should be interesting.
You been to the pub lately?
Adam. J. says:
good, you?
Bill Farrant says:
Yeah, I saw Mike. He says to say Hi.
Can I touch your tits?
Hey, why did you tell me you were going to take a shower? That's a little personal, don't you think? I mean, we're not that close.
Adam. J. says:
are you kidding? its me and not some bot, stop this
Bill Farrant says:
So, you been to the pub lately?
Are we playing chess?
I'm really good at chess, fyi.
I could really use a back rub right now.
Neck's real sore.
Sooo, I'm just gonna take my shirt off right now... get a little comfortable. I'm soooo sweaty.
I kinda dig digital life forms, you know? Kinda like Idoru. You know that book by William Gibson. Just saying.
Hahahahah! My pants fell down when I stood up. Whoopsies!
Hey, where did you go?
I miss you.
You're never there when I need you.
I'm going back to Jemma. That's final. You can take your "don't give a shit attitude" and shove it up your fucking ass, Missy. I'm done!
Ps. Can I touch your tits?
Are you still there?
Adam. J. says:
yes thats me
Bill Farrant says:
I love you.
I need to know the key words (said in that Seinfeld voice, like "Newman.")
Okay, fine, what personal information do you need from me? Your IQ test requires my phone number. I'll give you everything. Trust me. Take it all. Bank account number? Sure. Passwords to my private things? Why not! I'm doing this for our love, our special bond (Jeremy Bond, perhaps?). Just know it's real, "us."
Adam. J. says:
yeah, but nothing else is needed
Bill Farrant says:
Other than love?
Linda, I'm confused.
Can you give our love some parting words at least?
Linda, I'm desperate! Just say anything so I know you exist!
Please, just one word, a poorly put together sentence is enough.
Seriously, hack-bot Dude, just give me a line to end this story with.
Adam. J. says:
im not a bot silly, its me
Bill Farrant says:
Thanks!
Adam. J. says:
Hi r you there?
Bill Farrant says:
Yeah.
Adam. J. says:
i just took an IQ quiz
Bill Farrant says:
How low did you score?
Adam. J. says:
I was better than I am! I scored 108
Bill Farrant says:
Haha.
Nice work.
I once did one with my ex-wife, we scored 130, but I'm sure it was all her.
Adam. J. says:
you need to try if you can do better than me, http://iqscoreme4.com/?test=1so707d43
Im sure you cant haha
Bill Farrant says:
Haha.
Adam. J. says:
take it now while Im in the shower and tell me ur score later
Bill Farrant says:
Okay, I'll give it a go. I just smoked crack, so this should be interesting.
You been to the pub lately?
Adam. J. says:
good, you?
Bill Farrant says:
Yeah, I saw Mike. He says to say Hi.
Can I touch your tits?
Hey, why did you tell me you were going to take a shower? That's a little personal, don't you think? I mean, we're not that close.
Adam. J. says:
are you kidding? its me and not some bot, stop this
Bill Farrant says:
So, you been to the pub lately?
Are we playing chess?
I'm really good at chess, fyi.
I could really use a back rub right now.
Neck's real sore.
Sooo, I'm just gonna take my shirt off right now... get a little comfortable. I'm soooo sweaty.
I kinda dig digital life forms, you know? Kinda like Idoru. You know that book by William Gibson. Just saying.
Hahahahah! My pants fell down when I stood up. Whoopsies!
Hey, where did you go?
I miss you.
You're never there when I need you.
I'm going back to Jemma. That's final. You can take your "don't give a shit attitude" and shove it up your fucking ass, Missy. I'm done!
Ps. Can I touch your tits?
Are you still there?
Adam. J. says:
yes thats me
Bill Farrant says:
I love you.
I need to know the key words (said in that Seinfeld voice, like "Newman.")
Okay, fine, what personal information do you need from me? Your IQ test requires my phone number. I'll give you everything. Trust me. Take it all. Bank account number? Sure. Passwords to my private things? Why not! I'm doing this for our love, our special bond (Jeremy Bond, perhaps?). Just know it's real, "us."
Adam. J. says:
yeah, but nothing else is needed
Bill Farrant says:
Other than love?
Linda, I'm confused.
Can you give our love some parting words at least?
Linda, I'm desperate! Just say anything so I know you exist!
Please, just one word, a poorly put together sentence is enough.
Seriously, hack-bot Dude, just give me a line to end this story with.
Adam. J. says:
im not a bot silly, its me
Bill Farrant says:
Thanks!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
A Brand New Place to Live
This is a dialogue I had with a guy who made a post on craigslist trying to rent out an apartment. It sounded too good to be true. I'm not currently looking for a place to live, but a friend was, so I was helping them out. I searched his email address before I started and came across this link:
http://www.scamwarners.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=10715&start=0
Date: Wed, 4 Aug 2010 19:02:11 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm the owner of the apartment you are making inquiry for. Short term and long term are both available. I'm currently in Wisconsin and that's why the apt is vacant for $600, the refundable damage deposit is $500, the rent includes Heat, Hydro, Water, Cable, Internet, Parking. Here is the add of the unit: 827 Fairfield Rd Victoria, BC V8W 2G9. I'm not in town presently to show you the apartment but I want you to maintain the apartment and treat it like your own if you are willing to rent it. If you're interested, the pictures and application form will be sent to you.
I await your prompt response,
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:23 AM
Hi Terry,
I'd be interested in taking a look at the place. Is there someone that would be able to show it to me in Victoria? Are you living out of town now and subletting the apartment? Do you own the place or are you currently subletting it from someone else? Or are you renting out a room in the apartment you own? Thanks for your time!
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 00:42:47 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm renting out a room in the apt I own.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:11 PM
Hi Terry,
That's good to know. So, as per my previous email, would someone in Victoria be able to show me the place?
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 09:29:07 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Nope.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:43 PM
Hi Terry,
Okay. Well, in that case, why don't you forward me some of the photos so I can have a look.
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 10:00:30 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Find them attached.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 9:44 PM
Hi Terry,
Let me assure you, I am quite interested in renting your property, even without viewing it or knowing any information about it. I'm quite prepared to send you the damage deposit and rent right away in trusting you will send me a key. The five pictures of the apartment look wonderful and I can already see myself living there. I prefer to have minimal contact with my landlord and this arrangement looks like the perfect fit. Even your email responses are short, and concise, a mere few words. That's the way I like it: you stay out of my hair, I stay out of yours. I'm looking for a long-term commitment here. You can always count on me to provide rent and any other money for suddenly needed (but not obvious) repairs. Possibly, in the future, you might even come visit me at your apartment and we could go out for a drink, maybe discuss our love of smooth jazz and American politics- you do like smooth jazz and American politics, don't you?
Trusting this situation is a benefit to all and to a long and lasting professional relationship,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 15:29:02 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm sure our first meet will be nice. Below is the payment information:
Name: Terry Nichols
City: Eleva
State: Wisconsin
Zipcode:54738
Amount: 500
Text Question: BEST COLOR
Answer: BLUE
So, I will like you to get back to me with the Money Gram details which include the Sender's Name, Sender's Address and the 8 digit REF#.... I await your prompt response as soon as you send it today.
Best Regards!!!
P.S - As soon as the payment is confirmed, I will proceed to DHL Office to send you the package and get back to you with the tracking number for you to know the exact time the package will be delivered to you.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 11:20 PM
Hi Terry,
That sounds good. I'll get on that right away. I'm assuming, as the ad was made for an apartment in Canada, that the $500 required would be in Canadian funds? Also, would it not be beneficial for me to send you $1100 so I don't have to do another transaction in a few weeks for the first months rent? That would be the$500 for the Deposit and $600 for the first months rent.
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 20:13:55 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
The funds in CAD. I want you to send the deposit first, then the first month rent later.
Looking forward to read from you.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:07 PM
Hi Terry,
I've been stuck at work all day and haven't been able to get away. I've found a local Money Gram place, so I'll be able to get to it when I'm off work at 4:30.
Thanks again!
Katie
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 2010 16:20:44 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Okay.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010, 12:46 AM
Hi Terry,
I've done the Money Gram wire of the $500 and here is the information:
Sender's Name: Katie Giese
Sender's Address: 1531 Kersey Rd, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada, V8M 1J5
Ref#: 26731326
Hope it worked! Can't wait for the new place!
Thanks again, Terry!
Katie
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 2010 19:52:20 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm having a Doctor appointment tonight. I will get this done tomorrow and get back to you. Sorry for the inconveniences.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:01 PM
Hi Terry,
I haven't heard back from you, so I'm just checking to make sure everything went okay.
I hope the Doctor's appointment went well!
Regards,
Katie
Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 14:41:09 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Yeah, Katie, the appointment went well and thanks for the concern. I will send you the package on Monday with 24hrs delivery.
Sorry for the delay and enjoy the rest of the day.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
Date: Sat,7 Aug 2010 18:04:33 -0700
Hi Terry,
I apologize for the delay in responding too. I have to use my little brother's email at the moment cause the one I use for college only works during the school year. I know, I know, you're going to say, "What kinda young person doesn't have eight or nine email accounts, and an iPhone, a Blackberry, and a twitter?" But I guess I'm one of the odd ones. I'm a little ignorant of technology, probably why I'm studying to be a florist.
Anyway, this is my first time with my own place- I've saved up all summer. So, I'm a little nervous to find out whether the Money Gram transfer went through. Knowing me, I probably screwed it up. Ha! Can you let me know if you got the $500?
Hope your day has been rosy (that's the florist in me, tee hee)
Best,
Katie
Date: Sun, 8 Aug 2010 10:06:34 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Sorry for responding late. I've been busy with church activity. I intend going to the nearest outlet this evening to confirm the $500.
Stop being nervous, Katie! Ok?
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Sunday, August 8, 2010, 11:37 PM
Thanks, Terry!
I too had church today. I help out with a Sunday school at my local. Today I taught some kids how to make a lamb out of an old wool sock. It was hilarious! And a lot of fun.
Talk soon!
Katie
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 09:53:59 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Hey Katie,
The lady at the money gram outlet told me the REF# is invalid. Can you check and get back to me asap?
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 1:46 AM
Hi Terry,
Ack!!! I just knew I'd screw this up. I'm sooo sorry!!! I checked the ref# that I sent you and I accidentally switched up a few numbers. It should read: 26713326.
Hope this works,
Katie
Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:55:47 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Send me a copy of the money gram receipt.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 12:19 AM
Hi Terry,
What!!!? I don't understand what is going on here. I thought I did everything correctly. I do have the receipt, so once I figure out how to send you a copy, I will right away. So sorry about this!!!
Regards,
Katie
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:34:58 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Scan it or find a way to snap and upload it.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 10:23 PM
Hi Terry,
Please find attached the copy of the receipt. It took awhile as I had to get my friend Tom to scan it for me.
Regards,
Katie
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:30:50 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To:xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Hmmm. Is that you?
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
Date: Wed,11 Aug 2010 15:45:26 -0700
Hi Terry,
No, that is not me. It is a picture of an anus, more commonly referred to as an asshole. I attempted to attach a mirror. But that proved too difficult. So, I figured the attached picture would get the point across.
A simple Google search of your email address produces a link to a scam alert website. This was searched before the initial email to you. I'm powerless to stop you from you ripping off innocent people. So, at the very least, I wasted your time. Small victory? Sure, maybe. Maybe you knew all along. I don't care. But what I have now is a nice dialogue with a scam artist that I can publish.
My favourite part of our correspondence was when you mentioned you were "busy with Church activity." That's the oldest trick in the book, the "this guy's honest cause he's a holy man" approach.
Here is a quote from Marcel Proust (some say he's a Yenta). I don't know why I chose a quote from him. I don't even know if it makes sense in regards to the context of this situation. You probably don't even know who Marcel Proust is. But, whatever:
Your soul is a dark forest. But the trees are of a particular species, they are genealogical trees.
Best of luck in your future endeavors,
Katie
http://www.scamwarners.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=10715&start=0
Date: Wed, 4 Aug 2010 19:02:11 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm the owner of the apartment you are making inquiry for. Short term and long term are both available. I'm currently in Wisconsin and that's why the apt is vacant for $600, the refundable damage deposit is $500, the rent includes Heat, Hydro, Water, Cable, Internet, Parking. Here is the add of the unit: 827 Fairfield Rd Victoria, BC V8W 2G9. I'm not in town presently to show you the apartment but I want you to maintain the apartment and treat it like your own if you are willing to rent it. If you're interested, the pictures and application form will be sent to you.
I await your prompt response,
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:23 AM
Hi Terry,
I'd be interested in taking a look at the place. Is there someone that would be able to show it to me in Victoria? Are you living out of town now and subletting the apartment? Do you own the place or are you currently subletting it from someone else? Or are you renting out a room in the apartment you own? Thanks for your time!
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 00:42:47 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm renting out a room in the apt I own.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:11 PM
Hi Terry,
That's good to know. So, as per my previous email, would someone in Victoria be able to show me the place?
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 09:29:07 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Nope.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:43 PM
Hi Terry,
Okay. Well, in that case, why don't you forward me some of the photos so I can have a look.
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 10:00:30 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Find them attached.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: $600 / 1br - Nice place in Vic to live in - Comfortable area (Downtown)
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 9:44 PM
Hi Terry,
Let me assure you, I am quite interested in renting your property, even without viewing it or knowing any information about it. I'm quite prepared to send you the damage deposit and rent right away in trusting you will send me a key. The five pictures of the apartment look wonderful and I can already see myself living there. I prefer to have minimal contact with my landlord and this arrangement looks like the perfect fit. Even your email responses are short, and concise, a mere few words. That's the way I like it: you stay out of my hair, I stay out of yours. I'm looking for a long-term commitment here. You can always count on me to provide rent and any other money for suddenly needed (but not obvious) repairs. Possibly, in the future, you might even come visit me at your apartment and we could go out for a drink, maybe discuss our love of smooth jazz and American politics- you do like smooth jazz and American politics, don't you?
Trusting this situation is a benefit to all and to a long and lasting professional relationship,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 15:29:02 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm sure our first meet will be nice. Below is the payment information:
Name: Terry Nichols
City: Eleva
State: Wisconsin
Zipcode:54738
Amount: 500
Text Question: BEST COLOR
Answer: BLUE
So, I will like you to get back to me with the Money Gram details which include the Sender's Name, Sender's Address and the 8 digit REF#.... I await your prompt response as soon as you send it today.
Best Regards!!!
P.S - As soon as the payment is confirmed, I will proceed to DHL Office to send you the package and get back to you with the tracking number for you to know the exact time the package will be delivered to you.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 11:20 PM
Hi Terry,
That sounds good. I'll get on that right away. I'm assuming, as the ad was made for an apartment in Canada, that the $500 required would be in Canadian funds? Also, would it not be beneficial for me to send you $1100 so I don't have to do another transaction in a few weeks for the first months rent? That would be the$500 for the Deposit and $600 for the first months rent.
Regards,
Katie
Date: Thu, 5 Aug 2010 20:13:55 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
The funds in CAD. I want you to send the deposit first, then the first month rent later.
Looking forward to read from you.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:07 PM
Hi Terry,
I've been stuck at work all day and haven't been able to get away. I've found a local Money Gram place, so I'll be able to get to it when I'm off work at 4:30.
Thanks again!
Katie
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 2010 16:20:44 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Okay.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010, 12:46 AM
Hi Terry,
I've done the Money Gram wire of the $500 and here is the information:
Sender's Name: Katie Giese
Sender's Address: 1531 Kersey Rd, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada, V8M 1J5
Ref#: 26731326
Hope it worked! Can't wait for the new place!
Thanks again, Terry!
Katie
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 2010 19:52:20 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
I'm having a Doctor appointment tonight. I will get this done tomorrow and get back to you. Sorry for the inconveniences.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:01 PM
Hi Terry,
I haven't heard back from you, so I'm just checking to make sure everything went okay.
I hope the Doctor's appointment went well!
Regards,
Katie
Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 14:41:09 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Yeah, Katie, the appointment went well and thanks for the concern. I will send you the package on Monday with 24hrs delivery.
Sorry for the delay and enjoy the rest of the day.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
Date: Sat,7 Aug 2010 18:04:33 -0700
Hi Terry,
I apologize for the delay in responding too. I have to use my little brother's email at the moment cause the one I use for college only works during the school year. I know, I know, you're going to say, "What kinda young person doesn't have eight or nine email accounts, and an iPhone, a Blackberry, and a twitter?" But I guess I'm one of the odd ones. I'm a little ignorant of technology, probably why I'm studying to be a florist.
Anyway, this is my first time with my own place- I've saved up all summer. So, I'm a little nervous to find out whether the Money Gram transfer went through. Knowing me, I probably screwed it up. Ha! Can you let me know if you got the $500?
Hope your day has been rosy (that's the florist in me, tee hee)
Best,
Katie
Date: Sun, 8 Aug 2010 10:06:34 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Sorry for responding late. I've been busy with church activity. I intend going to the nearest outlet this evening to confirm the $500.
Stop being nervous, Katie! Ok?
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Sunday, August 8, 2010, 11:37 PM
Thanks, Terry!
I too had church today. I help out with a Sunday school at my local. Today I taught some kids how to make a lamb out of an old wool sock. It was hilarious! And a lot of fun.
Talk soon!
Katie
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 09:53:59 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Hey Katie,
The lady at the money gram outlet told me the REF# is invalid. Can you check and get back to me asap?
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 1:46 AM
Hi Terry,
Ack!!! I just knew I'd screw this up. I'm sooo sorry!!! I checked the ref# that I sent you and I accidentally switched up a few numbers. It should read: 26713326.
Hope this works,
Katie
Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:55:47 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Send me a copy of the money gram receipt.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 12:19 AM
Hi Terry,
What!!!? I don't understand what is going on here. I thought I did everything correctly. I do have the receipt, so once I figure out how to send you a copy, I will right away. So sorry about this!!!
Regards,
Katie
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:34:58 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Scan it or find a way to snap and upload it.
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 10:23 PM
Hi Terry,
Please find attached the copy of the receipt. It took awhile as I had to get my friend Tom to scan it for me.
Regards,
Katie
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:30:50 -0700
From: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
To:xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Hmmm. Is that you?
Terry
From: xxxxxxx@hotmail.com
To: terry_n71@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: PAYMENT INFORMATION
Date: Wed,11 Aug 2010 15:45:26 -0700
Hi Terry,
No, that is not me. It is a picture of an anus, more commonly referred to as an asshole. I attempted to attach a mirror. But that proved too difficult. So, I figured the attached picture would get the point across.
A simple Google search of your email address produces a link to a scam alert website. This was searched before the initial email to you. I'm powerless to stop you from you ripping off innocent people. So, at the very least, I wasted your time. Small victory? Sure, maybe. Maybe you knew all along. I don't care. But what I have now is a nice dialogue with a scam artist that I can publish.
My favourite part of our correspondence was when you mentioned you were "busy with Church activity." That's the oldest trick in the book, the "this guy's honest cause he's a holy man" approach.
Here is a quote from Marcel Proust (some say he's a Yenta). I don't know why I chose a quote from him. I don't even know if it makes sense in regards to the context of this situation. You probably don't even know who Marcel Proust is. But, whatever:
Your soul is a dark forest. But the trees are of a particular species, they are genealogical trees.
Best of luck in your future endeavors,
Katie
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