I opened up this e-mail today. I got a good laugh and thought I should share it with who ever would like to take the time to read it. If you aren't laughing along then you may be a prime candidate for this numskull. If you are even remotely interested then you are not paying attention. Remember that you should check out any and all things that seem suspicious before taking any action. You can always check out www.snopes.com. They and others have all heard of this African scam. Do a little research, you might find it interesting.
ONLY AN EXAMPLE
FROM: PATRICK MPHO
E-MAIL: patrickmpho2009@live.co.za, patrickmpho009@gmail.com
20 BOTHA CRESCENT,
SANDTON, JOHANNESBURG,
SOUTH AFRIACA
MD/CEO,
APPEAL FOR ASSISSTANCE
I know that this message will come to you as a surprise since we don't know each other before, but for purpose of introduction, I am PATRICK MPHO the Bank Manager of AMALGAMATED BANK OF SOUTH AF RICA (ABSA).
First and foremost, I apologize using this medium to reach you for a transaction / business of this magnitude, but this is due to Confidentiality and prompt access reposed on this medium. Be informed that a member of the South Africa Export Promotion Council (SEPC) who was at the Government delegation to your country during a trade exhibition gave your enviable credentials / particulars to me. I plea to seek a confidential co-operation with you in the execution of the deal described hereunder for the benefit of all parties and hope you will keep it as a top secret because of the nature of this transaction.
There is an account opened in this bank in 1990 and since 1998 nobody has operated on this account again. After going through some old files in the records, I discovered that if I do not remit this money out urgently it would be forfeited for nothing. The owner of this account is MR. SAMUEL CARTER, a foreigner, and a miner at Kruger gold co., a geologist by profession and he died since 1998.
No other person knows about this account or any thing concerning it, the account has no other beneficiary and my investigation proved to me as well that his company does not know anything about this account and the amount involved is (USD$35,000,000M) thirty five million United States Dollars.
I am only contacting you as a foreigner because this money cannot be approved to a local bank here, but can only be approved to any foreign account because the money is in US dollars and the former owner of the account is MR. SAMUEL CARTER a foreigner too.
I know that this message will come to you as a surprise as we don't know ourselves before. We will sign an agreement, but be sure that it is real and a genuine business.
Please reply urgently so that I will inform you the next step to take immediately. Send also your private telephone and fax number including the full details of the account to
be used for the deposit.
I want us to meet face to face or sign a binding agreement to bind us together so that you can receive this money into a foreign account or any account of your choice where the fund will be safe. And I will fly to your country for withdrawal and sharing and other investments. I am contacting you because of the need to involve a foreigner with foreign account and foreign beneficiary.
I need your full co-operation to make this work fine because the management is ready to approve this payment to any foreigner, who has correct information of this account, which I will give to you later immediately, if you are capable and willing to handle such amount in strict confidence and trust according to my instructions and advice for our mutual benefit because this opportunity will never come again in my life.
I need truthful person in this business because I don't want to make mistake I need your strong assurance and trust. With my position now in the office I can transfer this money to any foreigner's reliable account, which you can provide with assurance that this money will be intact pending my physical arrival in your country for sharing. I will destroy all documents of transaction immediately we receive this money leaving no trace to any place.
You can also come to discuss with me face to face after which I will make this remittance in your presence and two of us will fly to your country at least two days ahead of the money going into the account. I will apply for annual leave to get visa immediately I hear from you that you are ready to act and receive this fund in your account.
I will use my position and influence to effect legal approvals and onward transfer of this money to your account with appropriate clearance forms of the ministries and foreign exchange departments. At the conclusion of this business, you will be given 30% of the tot al amount, 70% will be for me.
I look forward to your earliest reply
yours truly,
PATRICK MPHO
+27840466670
END OF EXAMPLE
Well that is it. That is just how it came to me and I am sure many, many others. Not a word was changed, corrected, or adjusted. The names have also not been changed to protect the innocent on account of there not being any innocent listed. If there truly is a Patrick MPHO, I hope his ambitions are properly rewarded by the proper authorities.
Of course I could try and make this stuff up but apparently there is too much competition.
This is Ed Nef with a view from the Farr West.
22 January 2009
11 January 2009
The powerful elements of action
I did some volunteer work this last week and it got me thinking about volunteering in general. It appears that there are four basic elements that must come together to make volunteerism work. These four elements are so powerful that their combination is also present in many of the creations and accomplishments of life.
The first element is ability. All of us have abilities, some in one area some in another but we all have them. For some, physical strength is their strong point and they are able to lift heavy objects with ease whereas others might have endurance as their attribute and can put in long hours without breaking their stride. Others have gifts of logic to think their way through problems, where some have the gift of compassion and work well with others on a personal level. Some are blessed with enthusiasm and the ability to share it with others. The fact is that we all have abilities whether we choose to recognize them or not.
Take a moment and inventory your abilities and note those that are your strong points and those you need a little work on but realize that they are yours, and thank your Father in heaven for these gifts.
The second element is willingness. This becomes a major stumbling block for many, but it is a necessary element in all that we do. There must be a willingness to give of ourselves. Actions that are taken by compulsion are not the same as those that are done willingly. A willingness to give makes all the difference in volunteer work.
When willingness is raised to the next level all kinds of magic happens. The next level of willingness is passion. That is the power of an exclamation mark in all we do. It is passion that makes the “possible” possible.
The third element is opportunity. Opportunity is the outlet for our efforts. As we go through life, if we are paying attention, there will be a myriad of opportunities that will be presented to us. Those opportunities will exist for volunteering, as well as all the other aspects that life has to offer such as education, friendship, investments, service, etc. The more we know the more we will be able to recognize opportunities that are presented to us. The more we act on these opportunities, the more opportunities that will arise. That is a big secret in life. The more opportunities that we let slip past us, the fewer the opportunities that will be given to us. Do not give up your opportunities.
The fourth and final element is action. Action is the verb that brings all the other elements together. If you have the ability, the willingness, and the opportunity then “Do It”. Most often it is just that simple. “Do It”.
Why is it we should let anything stand in our way? Why do we let fear step in and take hold when there is really nothing to base that fear on? Why should we compare ourselves to others and think ourselves short and then do nothing? This is not what makes the “possible” possible for us. We must be the ones willing to step forward and recognize the opportunity. We must be the ones to utilize our abilities to make things happen; we must be the ones to take action.
As I was thinking about these four elements, the power of them began to become more visible and I realized that these four elements go far beyond just that of volunteer work. Many great and noble accomplishments in the history of man have roots in these four elements. As I ponder many of the inventions, creations, and achievements of mankind I can’t help but link all of them to these elements.
The question then becomes, “If it works for others so well, why not put these elements to work for myself”? The fact is we do though we don’t always realize it. Perhaps this means there is a fifth element, the one called faith. Faith in God, and in yourself, and in others. After all, isn’t it faith that makes way for belief? As Napoleon Hill would say, “What ever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve”. So why not think that the possible that belongs to others can also belong to us? Why not believe that these elements belong to us just as much as they do for any other?
Maybe by being a little more cognizant of these elements we will open ourselves up to more of the world of the possible. It certainly seems worth the effort. It certainly couldn’t hurt. Let’s “Do It” and see what happens.
This is Ed Nef with a view from the Farr West.
The first element is ability. All of us have abilities, some in one area some in another but we all have them. For some, physical strength is their strong point and they are able to lift heavy objects with ease whereas others might have endurance as their attribute and can put in long hours without breaking their stride. Others have gifts of logic to think their way through problems, where some have the gift of compassion and work well with others on a personal level. Some are blessed with enthusiasm and the ability to share it with others. The fact is that we all have abilities whether we choose to recognize them or not.
Take a moment and inventory your abilities and note those that are your strong points and those you need a little work on but realize that they are yours, and thank your Father in heaven for these gifts.
The second element is willingness. This becomes a major stumbling block for many, but it is a necessary element in all that we do. There must be a willingness to give of ourselves. Actions that are taken by compulsion are not the same as those that are done willingly. A willingness to give makes all the difference in volunteer work.
When willingness is raised to the next level all kinds of magic happens. The next level of willingness is passion. That is the power of an exclamation mark in all we do. It is passion that makes the “possible” possible.
The third element is opportunity. Opportunity is the outlet for our efforts. As we go through life, if we are paying attention, there will be a myriad of opportunities that will be presented to us. Those opportunities will exist for volunteering, as well as all the other aspects that life has to offer such as education, friendship, investments, service, etc. The more we know the more we will be able to recognize opportunities that are presented to us. The more we act on these opportunities, the more opportunities that will arise. That is a big secret in life. The more opportunities that we let slip past us, the fewer the opportunities that will be given to us. Do not give up your opportunities.
The fourth and final element is action. Action is the verb that brings all the other elements together. If you have the ability, the willingness, and the opportunity then “Do It”. Most often it is just that simple. “Do It”.
Why is it we should let anything stand in our way? Why do we let fear step in and take hold when there is really nothing to base that fear on? Why should we compare ourselves to others and think ourselves short and then do nothing? This is not what makes the “possible” possible for us. We must be the ones willing to step forward and recognize the opportunity. We must be the ones to utilize our abilities to make things happen; we must be the ones to take action.
As I was thinking about these four elements, the power of them began to become more visible and I realized that these four elements go far beyond just that of volunteer work. Many great and noble accomplishments in the history of man have roots in these four elements. As I ponder many of the inventions, creations, and achievements of mankind I can’t help but link all of them to these elements.
The question then becomes, “If it works for others so well, why not put these elements to work for myself”? The fact is we do though we don’t always realize it. Perhaps this means there is a fifth element, the one called faith. Faith in God, and in yourself, and in others. After all, isn’t it faith that makes way for belief? As Napoleon Hill would say, “What ever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve”. So why not think that the possible that belongs to others can also belong to us? Why not believe that these elements belong to us just as much as they do for any other?
Maybe by being a little more cognizant of these elements we will open ourselves up to more of the world of the possible. It certainly seems worth the effort. It certainly couldn’t hurt. Let’s “Do It” and see what happens.
This is Ed Nef with a view from the Farr West.
Farrwestview one year anniversary
This is the one year anniversary of the Farrwestview blog. This is also the 75th entry to the Farrwestview blog. A lot has happened since starting this blog and a lot has been left out but I just wanted to give a kind of status report of where this blog has been.
I mentioned from the start that this was going to be a learning experience about blogging and what goes along with it and that I would share this experience with you so hopefully we all learn along the way.
As you have noticed, I signed up for Google Adsense and AdSense for Search. This was to give a sense of viewership and maybe generate a little income. As you may have guessed, I have not retired from my regular job yet. In fact, after one year of blogging I have earned exactly $10.86 which remains on account and will not be paid out until it reaches at least $100.
This is not a plea to have anyone start punching ads (though it wouldn’t hurt, curiosity and all). It is just me reporting my experience so far. I am finding that it takes quite a bit of effort to make a successful blog. It starts with providing what is hopefully interesting content that will be of interest to the readers. It takes an effort to keep it freshened up periodically and not just let a few pages rest on their laurels. That means not becoming a one trick pony or having a one track mind. I have to watch myself for that one because that is part of my promise to myself. This blog is supposed to cover anything and everything, not just political woes or examples of bad driving habits.
With the ads come a way to track usage and according to the latest reports, http://farrwestview.blogspot.com has enjoyed 477 page views from 256 visits by 176 absolutely unique visitors according to the Analytics tool. Ad Sense reports 496 page impressions resulting in 26 ad clicks by Ad Sense and 7 queries with 6 clicks from Search. These have come from 15 different countries but mainly from the U.S.A. Is this good or bad? I do not know. I don’t have a lot to compare it too but being a numbers guy I find it interesting.
By the way, the ads presented on this blog sponsor me, but I do not sponsor them. In other words, I do not select them and am not always sure what or who shows up. Goggle ads place the ads and sell the spots that appear. I just provide a forum for them to hang their billboard.
The favorite search topics that have brought in viewers have been the ACSC (Air Command and Staff Course) article and the write-ups on my hints for IWON. Many of these visitors stayed only long enough to find that the page wasn’t for them and they moved on while others stayed for a read. I think that my largest following is still from my friends and family. Thank you for the support.
I am thankful to all who do read these blogs and hope you all enjoy them. I am going to reinvigorate my efforts to keep this blog going and infuse it with more articles covering more topics. This idea of making money on the web and possibly through blogging is drawing on me now and so I will put some effort in that area and let you know what I find. I am also going to make more efforts in marketing the Farrwestview blog so that the audience will grow as will the depth of this blog. If no one knows you’re out there then no one knows to stop by for a visit.
There are still far too many search engines that can’t find me no matter how I put forth the query. Ask.com still has no clue, but I am finding that true for other topics as well. Ask.com is the search engine IWON uses. Yahoo has find me a couple of times but only if I ask the right way. I seem to have the best luck with Google’s search engine but then this blog resides on a Google domain.
To all my readers, thank you one and all. Stay with me and I will try my darnedest to make this of worth to you. Always open to suggestions and comments. Though they come through an edit it, is only to keep things clean. There is too much vulgarity on the web and in life and there really isn’t any need for it. It adds nothing. And this blog isn’t going to be about nothing. Well mostly not anyway.
Never stop learning, never stop searching, and never stop sharing. It is not what we keep to ourselves that makes us rich but that which we share with others that gives us value.
This is Ed Nef with a view from the Farr West.
I mentioned from the start that this was going to be a learning experience about blogging and what goes along with it and that I would share this experience with you so hopefully we all learn along the way.
As you have noticed, I signed up for Google Adsense and AdSense for Search. This was to give a sense of viewership and maybe generate a little income. As you may have guessed, I have not retired from my regular job yet. In fact, after one year of blogging I have earned exactly $10.86 which remains on account and will not be paid out until it reaches at least $100.
This is not a plea to have anyone start punching ads (though it wouldn’t hurt, curiosity and all). It is just me reporting my experience so far. I am finding that it takes quite a bit of effort to make a successful blog. It starts with providing what is hopefully interesting content that will be of interest to the readers. It takes an effort to keep it freshened up periodically and not just let a few pages rest on their laurels. That means not becoming a one trick pony or having a one track mind. I have to watch myself for that one because that is part of my promise to myself. This blog is supposed to cover anything and everything, not just political woes or examples of bad driving habits.
With the ads come a way to track usage and according to the latest reports, http://farrwestview.blogspot.com has enjoyed 477 page views from 256 visits by 176 absolutely unique visitors according to the Analytics tool. Ad Sense reports 496 page impressions resulting in 26 ad clicks by Ad Sense and 7 queries with 6 clicks from Search. These have come from 15 different countries but mainly from the U.S.A. Is this good or bad? I do not know. I don’t have a lot to compare it too but being a numbers guy I find it interesting.
By the way, the ads presented on this blog sponsor me, but I do not sponsor them. In other words, I do not select them and am not always sure what or who shows up. Goggle ads place the ads and sell the spots that appear. I just provide a forum for them to hang their billboard.
The favorite search topics that have brought in viewers have been the ACSC (Air Command and Staff Course) article and the write-ups on my hints for IWON. Many of these visitors stayed only long enough to find that the page wasn’t for them and they moved on while others stayed for a read. I think that my largest following is still from my friends and family. Thank you for the support.
I am thankful to all who do read these blogs and hope you all enjoy them. I am going to reinvigorate my efforts to keep this blog going and infuse it with more articles covering more topics. This idea of making money on the web and possibly through blogging is drawing on me now and so I will put some effort in that area and let you know what I find. I am also going to make more efforts in marketing the Farrwestview blog so that the audience will grow as will the depth of this blog. If no one knows you’re out there then no one knows to stop by for a visit.
There are still far too many search engines that can’t find me no matter how I put forth the query. Ask.com still has no clue, but I am finding that true for other topics as well. Ask.com is the search engine IWON uses. Yahoo has find me a couple of times but only if I ask the right way. I seem to have the best luck with Google’s search engine but then this blog resides on a Google domain.
To all my readers, thank you one and all. Stay with me and I will try my darnedest to make this of worth to you. Always open to suggestions and comments. Though they come through an edit it, is only to keep things clean. There is too much vulgarity on the web and in life and there really isn’t any need for it. It adds nothing. And this blog isn’t going to be about nothing. Well mostly not anyway.
Never stop learning, never stop searching, and never stop sharing. It is not what we keep to ourselves that makes us rich but that which we share with others that gives us value.
This is Ed Nef with a view from the Farr West.
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