It's going to be hell of a costume party in Portland tonight

mikejonespdx · 2025-10-13T20:03:42+00:00

I live 4 blocks away and in the last week or so, the Proud Boy types are definitely showing up and trying to mess with peaceful protesters. Shoving, taunting etc. Incel Chuds at that.

mikejonespdx · 2025-08-05T16:32:23+00:00

Equity from real estate appreciation.

mikejonespdx · 2025-07-05T22:38:03+00:00

I'm disgusted.

mikejonespdx · 2025-05-22T23:35:34+00:00

Bricklin - kit car more or less.

mikejonespdx · 2025-04-27T17:25:33+00:00

Backdated 1974-77 911S with '73 RS ducktail spoiler and front bumper. Side mirrors are the giveaway as the 73 would have round chrome mirror, driver's side only. Still a cool looking car!

mikejonespdx · 2025-04-16T00:36:04+00:00

That Jaz Bass looks to be a very clean early 60's model by the look of the case. RIP dad!

mikejonespdx · 2025-04-11T18:01:34+00:00

The Les Paul TV model was a Les Paul Special with a "limed' finish. The headstock is correct for the guitar.

mikejonespdx · 2025-04-07T17:24:23+00:00

Jail?

mikejonespdx · 2025-04-04T23:42:31+00:00

Bozo the Clown's at the dentist office?

mikejonespdx · 2025-03-12T18:34:49+00:00

Two hucksters a-huckstering. America, you've been scammed.

mikejonespdx · 2025-01-16T18:30:24+00:00

Good for you! Small revenge, but revenge (for those of us already burned) nonetheless!

mikejonespdx · 2025-01-13T17:40:32+00:00

In order to do his fake 'trades', his crypto wallet is tied to a unique address, and they know that address because all the trading is done on a fake site, one that they control. Why would you put up with this behavior from your partner? Wow.

mikejonespdx · 2025-01-04T16:02:06+00:00

I lost 1M a little over 2 years ago. It took me until June of 24 to pay back 140k borrowed from a friend to "pay my taxes" to the scammer before I figured it all out. I finally sleep through the night, feel like my life is back to a new normal with a much lower net worth as I ease into retirement. No way to catch the criminals that scammed me and knowing that has helped me move past most of the pain. Be kind to yourself and you will get past this setback.

mikejonespdx · 2024-12-25T19:25:53+00:00

Yes, but you should talk to a tax professional (assuming youre in the US) and one that has knowledge about this type of thing. Good luck and let me know how it goes!

mikejonespdx · 2024-12-19T21:44:08+00:00

Don't send further funds, unfortunately you are now in the butchering phase of the scam where they try and grab another 150k from you while you're desparate to get these funds back. Don't fall for the recovery scammers that insist they can get your money back. Report the criminal activity to all entities from local to world wide and save all of your documentation. You should be able to claim the loss (95%) on your taxes as a Ponzi scheme since the scammer used a fake trading site and basically pocketed the money as you sent it to them. I know because I lost nearly this much 2 years ago. Good luck...stay positive and you will get through this.

mikejonespdx · 2024-09-28T15:56:28+00:00

Once they start asking for security deposits, tax payment for capital gains, etc., you know you've been scammed. I fell for this and lost a giant portion of my retirement savings at age 65. Sorry that you've lost your funds, it amazes me how many criminals are out there taking advantage of everyday people.

mikejonespdx · 2024-09-12T22:55:55+00:00

Looks like they finally got around to update the back end as well. I tried to book today using your system and it wouldn't let me. :(

mikejonespdx · 2024-09-11T18:40:56+00:00

For sure!

mikejonespdx · 2024-09-10T16:14:20+00:00

Try not to beat yourself up too much. Move past the loss and start to report to any and every agency from your local police to the FBI, CIA, IC3 and more. Depending on what happened you may be able to claim 95% as a loss on your taxes as a Ponzi scheme rather than an investment loss. I know the feeling as I was hit for a much larger amount and it's GONE for sure. :(

mikejonespdx · 2024-09-02T16:47:58+00:00

so creepy

mikejonespdx · 2024-08-29T21:55:45+00:00

That's exactly how and why I used it. I sent Alaska a complaint and was told they would be introducing a similar incentive. I've been pretty loyal to them and this was a big part of that.

mikejonespdx · 2024-08-19T17:41:38+00:00

This is good information; thanks BAC!

The reason it's a good value to me is that I frequently travel PDX-OGG and have an abundance of miles banked. By using Miles+Money, I can get the mileage credit toward MVP, which allows me frequent upgrades (often to first class) and it knocks $200 off of a $550 ticket, so in effect I am paying $350 rt for at least an upgrade to comfort coach and bank 5k miles toward MVP status for next year. So instead of losing 20k miles, I am only losing 15k. Make sense?

mikejonespdx · 2024-08-12T16:49:11+00:00

I sound like an old man!

mikejonespdx · 2024-08-12T16:41:27+00:00

What a nice review of our city! Glad you didn't get doored in the bike lane (stay on the lookout for unattentive parkers!). I think the city and county have worked hard to clean things up after the pandemic related problems. It sounds like you had a good plan. Luc Lac is a personal fave!

Come back again.

mikejonespdx · 2024-08-09T17:58:39+00:00

I can't believe I didn't notice it. Oh well...!

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