Comments for Brazilian Ambassadors to China Ride a 17-Seat Bike at http://www.brazzilmag.com , comment 0 to 20 out of 37 comments http://www.brazzilmag.com Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:20:24 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15582 You are correct... I misread it somehow. As DOUBLE-DOT once remarked, my "monocles" require an upgrade... LOL Cheers - AUGUSTUS Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:35:19 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15581 Based on your latest remarks to Jon, it appears that you may have declared me as "unwelcome" to this site, which is rather regrettable... I’m referring to your suggestion that “I might have believed in freedom of speech solely to myself.” Perhaps my 21st century English was not clear for which my profound apologies. You are NOT "unwelcome" but MOST welcome. I was not referring to you regarding "freedom of speech", but to the " Swiss Economic Guru" :D - João da Silva Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:56:32 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15568 Joao Based on your latest remarks to Jon, it appears that you may have declared me as "unwelcome" to this site, which is rather regrettable... I’m referring to your suggestion that “I might have believed in freedom of speech solely to myself.” As such, I shall make a valiant effort to rectify matters, while strongly disagreeing with your premature bad opinion of my conduct, as I must assure to you that this is not the case! It’s possible, that during some my “exchanges” with the disagreeable ch-c, I may have momentary succumbed to emotional outbursts, and allowed myself to assume the very same "questionable attitude” which the Swiss individual regularly employs to refute the views of his opponents. However, I have already realized the error in permitting myself to be “reduced to his level” by using offensive terminology in writing, even if replying to any of his attacks utilizing foul language! In addition, please note that I have also attempted to appeal to any residual “sense of respect & decorum” which that Swiss individual might have, but have unfortunately not been successful in such endeavor. Consequently, I have decided to start ignoring any further attempt by ch-c to provoke any reaction from my part. The bottom line being that, while it’s completely appropriate for anyone to refute and oppose any view which he or she may object, such rebuttal should be conducted with some minimum decorum and respect. Once again, I’d like to express my sincere regret for any previous overreaction, and particularly for the use of any offensive remark I may have made, even if such "bad" language may have been utilized while defending myself from one of the standard attacks from the “Swiss entity” under consideration. - AUGUSTUS Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:17:47 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15561 [quote]Joao, Were you talking about me?[/quote] Of course not.Would never dream of badmouthing you.There is a newcomer to this blog by the name of Augustus who is being constantly harassed by Ch.c, "Double-Dot" and another mysterious shyster who is "Nameless". Ch.c, as usual, demands freedom of speech for himself, without reciprocating it to others. The good news is that Ch.c is alive and kicking and did not drown in Lake Geneva while learning to swim. It appears he is too busy giving unsolicited advice to the participants of Doha round of talks. ;D - João da Silva Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:50:32 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15559 Joao, Were you talking about me? ;) ;) - jon Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:16:57 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15558 Joao, thank you so much for the information I shall endeavor to check that size the the earliest possible opportunity As to ch.c - he's back (and found me) at http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9596/1/ article - Brazil's Lula Makes Defense of Democracy Before Chavez Cheers - AUGUSTUS Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:32:05 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15551 [quote]Augustus, Your verbiage is indeed impressive and after our literary game of thrust and parry, I must take a rest and let others such as Silva, Ch C or even Gringo help you guide yourself through the minefields of this site.[/quote] I suggest you read the article and the comments in the link: http://www.brazzil.com/articles/194-july-2008/10079-why-brazilians-should-demand-the-renationalization-of-petrobras.html Who knows,You may have some nice things to contribute. Cheers - João da Silva Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:52:51 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15548 Dear Sir or Lady As I am not in a position to determine whether you are the same author I had previously called NAMELESS, or whether you simply do wish "to bother" choosing an Alias for yourself, I do not have to proper context which generally be required to adequately "place you", prior to any response - LOL At any rate, in reference to your apparent praise for my "verbiage", I would like to thank you very much indeed. As to your "recommendations", I would like first to bring to your attention that I've found this site recently and have spent quite some time recently deliberate removed from internet based exchanges of this sort. As a result, I'm completely unaware of any group here (some of the names "sound" colorful and inspiring - but, as you will probably concur, expectations based on "name-sake" only are almost inevitably bound to turn out to be utterly misleading) . Yet, I have made the acquaintance with a hand-full of interesting elements (ranging from the surprisingly pleasant and agreeable into the utterly insufferable / unacceptable), which, you will also agree does not suffice to provide the necessary foundation. If the above impediments did not suffice, as already remarked to the esteemed "DOUBLE-DOT" a few entries ago, I tend to indulge myself to a curious, unrealistic (although heart-felt) reluctance to get to terms with the early 21st Century; and, therefore, do not follow or even care to know about the wealth of technological innovations which keep on transforming our once lovely Planet into a very disagreeable chaotic phenomena... (I much prefer the 19th Century, which is my main refuge) In conclusion, you will be astonished to find that the main purpose of the excessive over-use of information above (LOL) was intended mainly to ask you for more information, along with a modest suggestion that you (or anyone for that matter) consider identifying yourself with a relatively more "specific" designation, so that your intended audience might find a certain frame or reference, should they elect to reply :) Cheers - AUGUSTUS Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:22:05 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15547 Augustus, Your verbiage is indeed impressive and after our literary game of thrust and parry, I must take a rest and let others such as Silva, Ch C or even Gringo help you guide yourself through the minefields of this site. " Go tell the Spartans........ ;) ;) - written by Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:02:01 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15546 Esteemed Double-Dot Firstly I must re-affirm that my knowledge on William Shakespeare's work is rather limited, as I suspect you may have perhaps misunderstood that particular point of my previous entry, and if so, I'm undoubtedly the cause of such oversight, in view of the way I tend to indulge myself while writing about issues of interest, and thus providing way TOO much detail. Indeed, my eagerness for some issues often clouds the judgment, and thus precludes more the more sensible, direct approach of my "adopted" fellow citizens in the United States. In addition, I must also state here that I'm truly impressed by your ability to read books in old English... As much as I would like it, I just cannot make myself "bite the bullet" and spend time getting familiarized with it. Regarding your comments about NAMELESS, JOAO, and the "Swiss Low-Born rascal", I wonder where you obtain all this information? I'm must admit that I find myself way too curious, risking being perceived and "intrusive" (in addition to "pompous" and "paid internet agent" - and the list keeps on growing... :D) Specifically about NAMELESS, he also strikes me as being rather young, easily prone to offend those he disapproves (windbag? I shudder to think what he meant by that :o ). Yet, if you are sure that he is a national of a formal British Colony, he cannot be that bad... Perhaps NAMELESS is just a bit immature. I must admit that I'm also fond of most former British Colonies (in my mind they are still part of Britannia, honestly, I mean no offense - coming from me, it should be taken as a compliment). I am particularly partial to Australia, as I have had a fantastic experience in Melbourne & Sydney, where I stayed for several weeks - what a fascinating Country! In a way I perceive Australia as an unlikely blend of England & Texas - LOL (Rough Western Brits - so cool). Moreover, if NAMELESS opposes ch.c (or as you said, if there is bad blood between them), how bad can NAMELESS BE? You know what "they" say about "the enemy of YOUR nemesis".... / :P I also Like Sherlock Homes, how could I possibly not, given his poise, background, location, wits, and most importantly his time period! By the way, I've checked the site you recommended, and have already provide extensive (more serious) comments under one of the Articles (specifically: 194-july-2008/10077-its-tough-to-be-south-american-and-brazil-knows-it), needless to say, I would undoubtedly be a great pleasure if we were to extend our "friendly" exchanges into that forum (I noticed that Joao has extensive entries there). Finally, if you do not object, I will utilize this space for a brief remark intended to NAMELESS --- in connection with your question dated 2008-07-20 20:45:37 – asking me about Hardy Boys… I’m afraid you may have been right when you called me OLD (but not pompous, I just believe in writing as well as I can, utilizing my very limited knowledge of the beautiful English Language…and I MEAN ENGLISH – LOL) – the point being that I’m not familiar with the terminology. Is that a group (perhaps a boy-group)? A political faction? A literary club? Or even an underground website of certain… hmmm questionable orientation – LOL (kidding) The bottom line being that I have no idea what NAMELESS is asking me in the quoted entry… Perhaps DOUBLE-DOT, accessing his “vast knowledge” in web-site decorum, personalities and behavior, would be in a position to shed some light into this mysterious query… LOL Cheers Augustus, P.S. Would you perhaps consider a more congenial Site name other than .. a man of your culture and standing should have a fitting alias :) - AUGUSTUS Sun, 20 Jul 2008 21:44:17 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15545 Augustus, "Beware the Ides of March...." Are you a fan of the Hardy Boys as well?? ;) - written by Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:45:37 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15544 Thank you very much for taking time off to share with me your vast knowledge on English aristocracy and the wonderful books written by Shakespeare and I must confess that I have read their works in English. Uncle Bill´s books are a bit difficult to read while it is easier with Aunt Jane´s. Having said that, I must warn you about the latest threat coming from this "Deplorable Nameless" creature. I suspect that this wretched fellow is well known to me, though Ch.c would never make out who he is.He is a subject of one of the affluent ex-colonies of England and an aristocrat by birth. He constantly challenges Ch.c for duels and most of the time wins. I must further caution you that there is a bad blood between him and Ch.c. I am also a big admirer of Sherlock Homes and Inspector Jack Closseu. Based on their work, I came to the conclusion that this "Nameless" fellow and the other wretched character Silva both got their degrees from detergent packs, signed by Ch.c :) - .. Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:31:04 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15543 Augustus, you pompous old windbag, professing to speak the Queen's English..pip..pip.. ;D - written by Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:01:49 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15542 While your "understanding" of the word "Gentry" may have applied to the 16th Century, I would like to bring to your attention that, starting in the early 18th into the late 19th Centuries, the word “Gentry” applied to anything BUT peasants... :) Indeed, the individuals who were considered members of the English Gentry belonged to the upper strata of their society (but without holding any particular title), the were situated immediately below the Aristocracy, but above the Middle Class, which the Gentry tend to call “the Merchant class” - LOL. In fact the English "gentry" were almost necessarily connected to the nobility. They were the cousins, the uncles, and aunts of the Counts, Dukes, etc... This was particularly the case during my very favorite period which is called "REGENCY (1795-1830). The author most closely associated with the Regency is Jane Austen (1775-1817). Her witty novels are considered by some as “a window into the manners, lifestyle and society of the English gentry of her days... As such, after reading your specific remark more closely, I noticed that it needed to be addressed immediately, lest you might find yourself unduly situated next time the issue comes up during a social engagement you happen to attend... (LOL LOL LOL) Cheers The author most closely associated with the Regency is Jane Austen (1775-1817). Her witty and engaging novels are a window into the manners, lifestyle and society of the English gentry. - AUGUSTUS Sun, 20 Jul 2008 17:57:13 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15541 You were asking about ch.c? Well, I suppose the "Swiss creature" is probably busy poking the eyes of smaller guys, or harassing young ladies - or boys - with unsavory remarks (MOST LIKELY he os boring them with volumes of Statistical data - lol). Alternatively he could be playing with water by the JET D'EAU of Geneva (where he claims to reside) - in case you missed my previous entry above explaing about it... In Geneva, they have (or at least they used to have) an abusurd, silly JET OF WATER (which they call JET D'EAU) - a single jet of water plunges upwards in the middle of the city! It appears to be considered a City trademark, if I recall my visit to that unsovory site long ago. - AUGUSTUS Sun, 20 Jul 2008 17:05:25 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15540 I suppose I must disappoint you, but nobody has “hired” me for the purposes you have alleged (or any other purpose-LOL)! Yet, bearing in mind that everything and everyone has his or her price; I suppose such “engagements” may take place elsewhere. Yet, I must again assure you that this is NOT the case here, as my price would have been rather substantial, unless of course the source of any such “engagement” had been one of the Crown Heads of Europe or at least members of the “European Upper Aristocracy”, which would have been exceedingly UNLIKELY, particularly if one takes into account the reason for your imaginary engagement – to provoke the “horrific Swiss Underling” :D :D :D AS IF… (Actually, who would ever pay anybody to contest that disagreeable creature?) Regarding the speculation upon my age… I truly wish I could indulge you by being as young as you profess and imagine! LOL Actually such an amusing conjecture has “brought a smile upon my face.” Just the idea that I could actually be perceived as anyone of such a tender age! Indeed…. I beg to differ, unfortunately… :( You would have been surprised… - AUGUSTUS Sun, 20 Jul 2008 16:55:17 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15539 Esteemed DOUBLE-DOT (..) Firstly, please note that I shall endeavor to locate the interesting web-site suggested by your good-self, thanks. I'm presuming you are a frequent subscriber to such a site, as I do look forward to further exchanges with educated, well read, and logical individuals such as you... Actually, it's a double pleasure finding that one of such individuals also happens to be a native from Brazil. ;) Secondly, In connection to your very interesting remark on the term "GENTRY", I must shamefully confess, that I was not aware that it was already in full use since the Sixteenth Century, which incidentally, I consider way too barbaric for my taste (despite my great admiration for Elizabeth I) – as such, William Shakespeare's great works have unfortunately never really appealed to me... In fact, I have only read (and had to struggle) Julius Caesar (in Portuguese, imagine the insult!), Romeo and Juliet (updated to Modern English, probably equally insulting for the experts on the subject). and I had also read parts of Richard III (which is actually interesting for it provides us with the insight of how the 16th Century’s viewed the 13th Century)… But I digress (as usual – LOL); the bottom line is that I was unaware of so early the usage of the word “Gentry”, for which I thank you… Thirdly, in order to provide you with some insight of my “Welt Anschauum” (if you permit me to borrow terminology favored by the brilliant Historical villains Karl Marx & Engels), although I’m sure you have noted my keen interest (and profound longing) for the “relatively recent” European (glorious) Past (particularly those of England & France), such historical interest is but restricted to a very specific time frame: between 1690 and 1910 – which I consider the Golden Age of Western Civilization (with special emphasis in the sub-period between which rages between 1750 and 1880) As to your interesting remark regarding that “horrific Swiss underling”, it’s interesting that you suspect he may not be a youngster… You may have a point there, yet, who knows? It's a bit hard to determine it... (up to now, I was under the impression that the poor “creature’s” age might have been somewhere between 19 and 25). Oh well… Since I shall NOT heed any further input originating from those “lowly" quarters", you should not worry any further in connections with this particular issue! ;D Finally, while I must thank you for your good wishes for my enjoyment of the Northern Hemisphere Summer, please be informed that this is rather unlikely, as I greatly detest hot weather, and particularly despise summers in New York City, where the heat index occasional rivals that of the tropics (bearing in mind that immense intolerance for hot temperatures represents one of the five main reasons why I left Rio de Janeiro – permanently - so long ago…) Best Regards, Augustus - AUGUSTUS Sun, 20 Jul 2008 16:29:14 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15536 Has anyone heard from Ch.c? His silence is deafening :'( - João da Silva Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:14:16 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15531 Augustus is an obvious plant...some patsy hired to provoke Ch C If so, young Gus is playing with fire :P - .. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 20:21:07 +0100 http://www.brazzilmag.com/content/view/9586/1/#pc_15530 Augustus is an obvious plant...some patsy hired to provoke Ch C..he is probably a 16 year old kid having fun with his English studies - written by Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:33:07 +0100