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The Classical Saturday Morning Coffee Break & Prayer Revival
Love Grok!! I asked to show me a Viking before and after coffee � � � � and yeah good morning ⚒️
Well good morning to all of you. Per my math, and yes, math is allowed here on Saturday morning. There are only 10 days of shopping left until Christmas. You are free to send St. Croix Rod and/or Cabela's gift certificates. And coffee. Don't forget the coffee. Dark roast, the blacker and more bitter, just like my soul and/or life.
2. Be kind. Be nice. We know who has been naughty or nice. And for crying outloud, don't jump on the furniture.
3. Running with sharp objects increases our schadenboner duration.
4. Have a great weekend!
AoSHQ Weekly Prayer List Please submit any prayer requests to me, “Annie’s Stew” at apaslo atsign hotmail dot com. Prayer requests are generally removed after four weeks unless we receive an update. Prayer Requests: 10/25 – Mental Block requests prayers as his prostate cancer journey transitions from active surveillance to deciding between two treatment options: a prostatectomy or 6 weeks of radiation combined with hormone therapy. Treatment will begin by mid-December.
11/21 Update – Mental Block started six months of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) which stops his body from producing testosterone. He starts radiation therapy on 12/4, which will be 5 days per week for 6 weeks. 11/8 – Jim in Kalifornia could use prayers. He was scheduled for laparoscopic surgery to clean abscess(es) and add a drain.
11/16 Update – Jim was released from the hospital on 11/12. He still has the drain, is on 2 antibiotics and an antifungal for another 12 days. His anti-rejection regimen was reduced to allow him to fight the infection(s), but at a potential risk to the transplanted kidney.
12/7 Update – Jim is hospitalized again with sepsis again. His blood pressure has slumped again and his heart rate is too high. Also, the drain in his abdomen is not working.
12/11 Update – Jim had surgery, and the doctors removed “a couple of feet” of his small intestine and resected the large. Jim will be living with a colostomy bag for 6 months. 11/15 – Pooky’s Girl asked for prayers for Lil Pooky’s possible abdominal hernia.
11/19 Update – His hernia is pretty minor and can be fixed laparoscopically with a single stitch. Surgery will be in mid-January. Please pray that Lil Pooky will have minimal discomfort until then. 11/15 – Notorious BFD asked for prayers from those so inclined, after Notorious BFD’s brother-in-law passed away unexpectedly. 11/23 – Screaming in Digital gave a mom update, and sent thanks for the prayers. Mom had to go to ER last week due to unusual confusion and weakness. It was a UTI. Thankfully she didn’t need a transfusion for anemia and there were no injuries from her recent fall. She is also getting set up for home health services. 11/23 – Jewells sent an update. She has been taking ivermectin for 2 weeks, and the only side effect is extreme fatigue.
12/7 Update – Please keep praying. The past few weeks have been bad. Jewells is in a lot of pain. The bone lesions are spreading in her arms and rib cage. She is supposed to start radiation Wednesday, and is waiting to hear about a permanent drain to be put in her lungs. 11/30 – Tonypete offered prayers of thanksgiving - #4 son and his wife have announced the (estimated) May arrival of their first baby. They are all so thrilled. 11/30 – PabloD asked for prayers. He is currently on a two-week heart monitor and waiting for more tests. They are not sure what’s wrong. He is praying for favorable results, or at least a clear answer as to what the problem may be. 11/30 – DiddlySquat requested prayers. After doing his normal weighted leg lifts, his foot went numb, with pain down his calf. He’s had constant pain and many sleepless nights for the last 6 weeks. He’s finally scheduled for a nerve test EMG. 11/30 – Megthered asked for prayers for her son-in-law. He had stepped on a nail, and it became infected. They took him to the hospital, and they did surgery to try and save his foot. 11/30 – W offered the following prayer, as a follow up on the election:
“Almighty and most merciful father, we thank thee for the great blessing you have heaped on the citizens of the United States. We thank the Lord for protecting President Trump from the assassin’s bullet. We thank the Lord for providing a fair and just election, and for the great electoral victory which you have granted us. We offer thanks for your guidance during the electoral contest, and humbly beseech thee to continue providing each of us and our leaders with courage and guidance so that we might crush the wickedness of the swamp and establish justice and moral rectitude in the United States.” 12/7 – Hrothgar sends continued prayers for future president Trump, to keep him safe from harm and that the many forces of corruption and evil arrayed against both him and our country be made ineffective and come to naught! 12/6 – Fenelon Spoke requested prayers. She was in the hospital, after having gotten sick while out with friends. She didn’t end up having to stay the night; tests showed she was dehydrated and had a UTI. 12/7 – Our Country Is Screwed asked for prayers. Just as his daughter completed her cancer treatment (and is now cancer free, praise be to God), he has been diagnosed with cancer as well. More tests are needed, but the biopsy was malignant. What is supposed to be a season of joy is once again dampened by cancer. 12/7 – Grammie Winger updated that Rev is scheduled to have a colostomy reversal in January. Thanks be to God. 12/7 – Jordan61 requested prayers for his mother, who is going in for a CAT scan. Mom has been coughing and congested ever since she caught a cold in August. They have done antibiotics, etc. since, and a chest X-ray revealed something that caused the doctor to recommend an urgent CAT scan. 12/7 – rhennigantx asked for prayers for his friend Mike, who lost his best friend of 50 years. 12/10 – Village Idiot’s Apprentice requested prayers for his father, who had a major stroke on 12/9, with not a good prognosis. 12/10 – Tonypete asked for prayers for his buddy, Larry, whose mother passed away during the night. This is after Larry’s wife passed away last year. Larry is having a tough time. 12/10 – Nurse Ratched asked for a prayer for Marine. He was in a motorcycle accident yesterday. He’s got a broken nose and arm, but no spinal injuries or concussion. 12/11 – Lady in Black requested prayers for her dad. He’s 89, in declining health, and suffers from mild dementia. Lady in Black’s dad’s wife of 45 years died on 12/3. Dad is lost without her and very sad. His dementia challenges are making it even worse. Prayers for his mental and physical well-being during the time would be greatly appreciated. 12/11 – Teresa in Fort Worth has had her second round of chemo, and it went well. Thanks to God for that! Also, the anti-nausea meds are working very well for her. (We have been praying for Teresa for a couple of months, as she found she had bile duct cancer, which had metastasized into her liver. It is very rare and very serious. She hopes for at least 12 months more to live, with chemo and surgery and prayers.) 12/12 – Cybersmythe is supposed to have outpatient surgery on 12/16, but he got an abnormal ECG. He’s asking for prayers for the best of all possible outcomes. For submission guidelines and other relevant info, please contact Annie's Stew, who is managing the prayer list. You can contact her at apaslo at-sign hotmail dot com. If you see a prayer request posted in a thread comment, feel free to copy and paste it and e-mail it to Annie's Stew. She tries to keep up with the requests in the threads, but she's not here all of the time, so she may not see it unless you e-mail it to her. Please note: Prayer requests are generally removed after four weeks or so unless we receive an update. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair, persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.
Comments
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Howdy Mis Hum!
Posted by: Doof at December 14, 2024 08:27 AM (RFPHU)
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I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filled.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:27 AM (vFG9F)
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
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Coffee makes trees grow really fast?
Posted by: I am the Shadout Mapes, the Housekeeper at December 14, 2024 08:29 AM (PiwSw)
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Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:31 AM (ZOv7s)
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Fill it to the rim-with Brim!
Posted by: Good Taste Is Timeless! at December 14, 2024 08:31 AM (G5+As)
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Cafe Bustelo black this morning. If it was s day off, I’d add some Pecan Praline Sipping Cream.
Posted by: Eromero at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (jgmnb)
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Vikings did not actually have coffee. Imagine how much more effective they could have been.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (vFG9F)
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Good morning, and blessings to you all!
Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (kOluj)
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En mi casa toman Bustelo!
Posted by: Caffiend at December 14, 2024 08:34 AM (G5+As)
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g'mornin' again, 'rons
g'mornin' again, 'rons
Posted by: AltonJackson at December 14, 2024 08:35 AM (tljrc)
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Another beautiful cold sunny morning in the tiny northeast, good morning to all.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 08:35 AM (4780s)
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Plain old Folgers Classic Roast this morning. Too much effort this early to get to the "good stuff."
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 08:35 AM (Q4IgG)
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Speaking of filed nipples, is anyone else getting ads for vampire breasts, and just etc are those.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 08:36 AM (4780s)
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Folgers is still 100% Mountain Grown!
Posted by: Zombie Mrs. Olson at December 14, 2024 08:38 AM (G5+As)
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I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filled.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:27 AM (vFG9F)
3 Oops. Edited for accuracy:
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
***
I don't know which one is worse...
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:27 AM (vFG9F)
3 Oops. Edited for accuracy:
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
***
I don't know which one is worse...
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:38 AM (1FWWQ)
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Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!
Amen
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!
Amen
Posted by: Eromero at December 14, 2024 08:38 AM (jgmnb)
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“ For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
John 3:16
May the Lords blessing be upon you all. May he comfort and guide you each and every day.
John 3:16
May the Lords blessing be upon you all. May he comfort and guide you each and every day.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:38 AM (ibKjr)
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I just finished whatever pod was in my Keurig. I think it's the mid-grade Kroger stuff.
I'm not that into coffee, but I appreciate its effects.
I'm not that into coffee, but I appreciate its effects.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:39 AM (ZOv7s)
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brcc ak47
Posted by: rhennigantx at December 14, 2024 08:40 AM (gbOdA)
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>> I'm not that into coffee, but I appreciate its effects.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:39 AM (ZOv7s)
Apostate!!
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:39 AM (ZOv7s)
Apostate!!
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (ibKjr)
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Also, would like prayers for my older daughter trying to get me a second grandchild. Lost one in early October, told me last night there's another on the line. Prayers for success appreciated.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (4780s)
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“ For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
John 3:16
I've heard that verse spoken in a TV ad lately, advertising a prayer and devotional app called Hallow. It's nice to hear 'the Gospel in a nutshell' on TV.
John 3:16
I've heard that verse spoken in a TV ad lately, advertising a prayer and devotional app called Hallow. It's nice to hear 'the Gospel in a nutshell' on TV.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (SfhV1)
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Coffee effects
Good
Good
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (QXQ4l)
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Thanks to all who prayed for my son, K, for his new job.. We appreciate it He finished his first week and enjoyed it except for the commute in heavy traffic .
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (mOovK)
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Remember that guy in the rainbow wig that would be at every football game in the 70's displaying the JOHN 3:16 poster board? He must be dead by now
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (1FWWQ)
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Also, would like prayers for my older daughter trying to get me a second grandchild. Lost one in early October, told me last night there's another on the line. Prayers for success appreciated.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (4780s)
Certainly.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (4780s)
Certainly.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (SfhV1)
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Good morning!
Posted by: gp at December 14, 2024 08:43 AM (7biUw)
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16 I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filled.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:27 AM (vFG9F)
3 Oops. Edited for accuracy:
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
***
I don't know which one is worse...
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:38 AM (1FWWQ)
Earlier this week at -14 the nipples would have broken off on their own
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:27 AM (vFG9F)
3 Oops. Edited for accuracy:
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
***
I don't know which one is worse...
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:38 AM (1FWWQ)
Earlier this week at -14 the nipples would have broken off on their own
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at December 14, 2024 08:43 AM (QXQ4l)
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>> I've heard that verse spoken in a TV ad lately, advertising a prayer and devotional app called Hallow. It's nice to hear 'the Gospel in a nutshell' on TV.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (SfhV1)
I’m not that into what I call “gimmicky” worship. But that said the Hallow app is pretty good. There is some good content that doesn’t require subscription and my local church uses it for certain things.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (SfhV1)
I’m not that into what I call “gimmicky” worship. But that said the Hallow app is pretty good. There is some good content that doesn’t require subscription and my local church uses it for certain things.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:43 AM (ibKjr)
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Apostate!!
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (ibKjr)
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No, I haven't given it up. I think that makes me a heretic.
My father likes coffee, but will also tolerate some pretty vile stuff. He's an old school drinker, working the night shift at the Detroit News before microwaves came on the scene. He likes to joke that he was drinking chilled coffee long before it became fashionable.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (ibKjr)
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No, I haven't given it up. I think that makes me a heretic.
My father likes coffee, but will also tolerate some pretty vile stuff. He's an old school drinker, working the night shift at the Detroit News before microwaves came on the scene. He likes to joke that he was drinking chilled coffee long before it became fashionable.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (ZOv7s)
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I only know I didn't make enough coffee today
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (fwDg9)
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Good Saturday morning, horde.
Prayers for all, and especially those who grieve the loss of loved ones. It's difficult during the holidays.
Also extra prayers for all of our friends with life-threatening illnesses. I pray for healing and comfort for you all.
Prayers for all, and especially those who grieve the loss of loved ones. It's difficult during the holidays.
Also extra prayers for all of our friends with life-threatening illnesses. I pray for healing and comfort for you all.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (OX9vb)
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And thanks for the prayers for me. I'm feeling better.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (mOovK)
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It's a balmy 18 degrees out here in the sticks.
It's a good thing I have a garage or changing out shocks in this temperature would be not nice.
It's a good thing I have a garage or changing out shocks in this temperature would be not nice.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (XV/Pl)
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I’m not that into what I call “gimmicky” worship. But that said the Hallow app is pretty good. There is some good content that doesn’t require subscription and my local church uses it for certain things.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:43 AM (ibKjr)
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I think it's overall a good thing. I'd rather have faith being very visible in the marketplace than pushed aside.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:43 AM (ibKjr)
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I think it's overall a good thing. I'd rather have faith being very visible in the marketplace than pushed aside.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (ZOv7s)
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I never acquired a taste for coffee, but I do love the aroma.
Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (BpYfr)
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3 Oops. Edited for accuracy:
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
Pics or it didn't happen!
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
Pics or it didn't happen!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (hOUT3)
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-14... Yeesh. I left that climate decades ago and I will never go back.
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:46 AM (1FWWQ)
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"I don't know which one is worse...
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report"
First you fill 'em, then you file 'em.
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report"
First you fill 'em, then you file 'em.
Posted by: Basic Bodywork at December 14, 2024 08:46 AM (vFG9F)
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And thanks for the prayers for me. I'm feeling better.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (mOovK)
That's good news, Fen!
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (mOovK)
That's good news, Fen!
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:46 AM (SfhV1)
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It's a balmy 18 degrees out here in the sticks.
It's a good thing I have a garage or changing out shocks in this temperature would be not nice.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (XV/Pl)
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It's 16 here. Not enough snow to bother shoveling it, sun will melt it and we've got a thaw on the way.
It's a good thing I have a garage or changing out shocks in this temperature would be not nice.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (XV/Pl)
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It's 16 here. Not enough snow to bother shoveling it, sun will melt it and we've got a thaw on the way.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:46 AM (ZOv7s)
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For those espresso "snobs" out here...I think it was last week that garrett talked about how using a redistribution tool to redistribute the grounds in the portafilter before tamping made a big difference in the extraction.
(sorry for the buzzwords)
Anyway I see a lot of OCD BS associated with the espresso process and tend to stick to the basics as is want my minimalist leanings but I thought, "garrett is actually making a positive statement about something. Hmm...maybe I should try it."
So I bought the cheapest to $10 off Amazon and guess what? No really!!! He was right. A much better double espresso is being consumed here this week.
Yay!
(sorry for the buzzwords)
Anyway I see a lot of OCD BS associated with the espresso process and tend to stick to the basics as is want my minimalist leanings but I thought, "garrett is actually making a positive statement about something. Hmm...maybe I should try it."
So I bought the cheapest to $10 off Amazon and guess what? No really!!! He was right. A much better double espresso is being consumed here this week.
Yay!
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 08:47 AM (QB+5g)
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26 Remember that guy in the rainbow wig that would be at every football game in the 70's displaying the JOHN 3:16 poster board? He must be dead by now
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report
Rollen Stewart is still in the slammer serving a life sentence.
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report
Rollen Stewart is still in the slammer serving a life sentence.
Posted by: End of the Rainbow at December 14, 2024 08:48 AM (G5+As)
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grammie. Is it Lake Geneva you love so much? If so, finally visited there.
Good news on the Rev.
Good news on the Rev.
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at December 14, 2024 08:48 AM (09sfL)
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@42
>>It's 16 here. Not enough snow to bother shoveling it, sun will melt it and we've got a thaw on the way.
Haven't gotten any real snow yet but we seem to be whip-sawing between brutal frigid temperatures to the 40 and 50's.
I'm not anticipating much snow, it's a shame because I am now fully operationally ready to take on mountains of snow.
>>It's 16 here. Not enough snow to bother shoveling it, sun will melt it and we've got a thaw on the way.
Haven't gotten any real snow yet but we seem to be whip-sawing between brutal frigid temperatures to the 40 and 50's.
I'm not anticipating much snow, it's a shame because I am now fully operationally ready to take on mountains of snow.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 08:49 AM (XV/Pl)
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He finished his first week and enjoyed it except for the commute in heavy traffic .
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (mOovK)
Glad he got the job!
Fen: Tell him "Life be hard, yo!".
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (mOovK)
Glad he got the job!
Fen: Tell him "Life be hard, yo!".
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 08:49 AM (hOUT3)
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My nipples exploded with delight!!!!
Posted by: Deiter at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (QB+5g)
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I remembered a movie I saw as a youngster and something told me it was Richard Burton in it so I looked it up - first ever Cinemascope. The movie was 'The Robe'. Burton is one of my all time favorite actors, right up there with Gene Hackman.
This bit of Trivia I didn't know:
Richard Burton was once threatened with a gun by Stewart Granger because of the affair he was having with Granger's wife Jean Simmons during filming.
This bit of Trivia I didn't know:
Richard Burton was once threatened with a gun by Stewart Granger because of the affair he was having with Granger's wife Jean Simmons during filming.
Posted by: Ciampino - snippets at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (i0xsb)
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Just want to give a shout out to a wonderful lurker who is still grieving over the unexpected passing of her son late last October.
May your son's memory be for a blessing and may the LORD comfort and console you.
Prayers for all of you folks who are suffering and I am grateful to God for all the love and support you have shown me
May your son's memory be for a blessing and may the LORD comfort and console you.
Prayers for all of you folks who are suffering and I am grateful to God for all the love and support you have shown me
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (x0n13)
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11/21 Update – Mental Block started six months of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) which stops his body from producing testosterone. He starts radiation therapy on 12/4, which will be 5 days per week for 6 weeks.
Mental Block, are you androgynous now?
Obligatory:
https://tinyurl.com/22uhezty
I hope the radiation heals you and you don't have to have the prostatectomy.
Mental Block, are you androgynous now?
Obligatory:
https://tinyurl.com/22uhezty
I hope the radiation heals you and you don't have to have the prostatectomy.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (OX9vb)
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grammie. Is it Lake Geneva you love so much? If so, finally visited there.
Good news on the Rev.
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at December 14, 2024 08:48 AM (09sfL)
Yes! Lake Geneva. We lived on the outskirts for several years before we moved to Kenosha to be nearer family. We did enjoy it immensely.
Good news on the Rev.
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at December 14, 2024 08:48 AM (09sfL)
Yes! Lake Geneva. We lived on the outskirts for several years before we moved to Kenosha to be nearer family. We did enjoy it immensely.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (SfhV1)
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When in Lake Geneva, visit the Yerkes Observatory. Very cool.
Posted by: gp at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (7biUw)
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When you say, "Don't jump on the furniture," do mean all the furniture? I mean, there has to be some exceptions. That barcalounger is just screaming to experience the life of a trampoline just once in its miserable existence.
Posted by: tankdemon at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (W4Jwy)
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Remember that guy in the rainbow wig that would be at every football game in the 70's displaying the JOHN 3:16 poster board? He must be dead by now
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (1FWWQ)
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There was a guy on my floor in college who would paint himself green and go to games wearing only a pair of white shorts. I figured he'd grow out of it.
Nope. Still doing it 35 years later. At least he's keeping himself in shape.
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:42 AM (1FWWQ)
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There was a guy on my floor in college who would paint himself green and go to games wearing only a pair of white shorts. I figured he'd grow out of it.
Nope. Still doing it 35 years later. At least he's keeping himself in shape.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:51 AM (ZOv7s)
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>> Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:44 AM (ZOv7s)
I’ve often drank really bad coffee and a few times told the true story how I once crushed beans with a rock and used my sock as a filter to make a cup. There is just something comforting about a cup of coffee. It’s home. It’s solace. Dare I say, it’s peaceful. No matter where I am it reminds me of those things. It connects the spiritual with the worldly. After prayer, I have a cup and reflect on the things in this world and how I can pursue them in a way the Lord wants me too. I realize that may sound somewhat bizarre to some people. But my “Coffee Ritual” is, and has been grounding force in my life, so to speak.
I’ve often drank really bad coffee and a few times told the true story how I once crushed beans with a rock and used my sock as a filter to make a cup. There is just something comforting about a cup of coffee. It’s home. It’s solace. Dare I say, it’s peaceful. No matter where I am it reminds me of those things. It connects the spiritual with the worldly. After prayer, I have a cup and reflect on the things in this world and how I can pursue them in a way the Lord wants me too. I realize that may sound somewhat bizarre to some people. But my “Coffee Ritual” is, and has been grounding force in my life, so to speak.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:51 AM (ibKjr)
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Heat went out last night, so 53 degrees at present inside mi casa. Happily, the Queen Of All She Surveys is presently out of town, so I just might get this fixed without any harping about "new furnace!" and all that nonsense.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 08:53 AM (s0j9U)
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So I bought the cheapest to $10 off Amazon and guess what? No really!!! He was right. A much better double espresso is being consumed here this week.
Yay!
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 08:47 AM (QB+5g)
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The full-timers in my ANG squadron set up a little cafe for their afternoon espresso. Not my proverbial cup of tea.
Yay!
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 08:47 AM (QB+5g)
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The full-timers in my ANG squadron set up a little cafe for their afternoon espresso. Not my proverbial cup of tea.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:53 AM (ZOv7s)
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Good morning Horde. Thanks MisHum and Annie's Stew.
Posted by: TRex at December 14, 2024 08:53 AM (uZxT8)
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My usual contribution:
Prayers up for those that have asked us for them in the prayer list;
Prayers up for those that know they need them but have not asked us for them;
Prayers up for those that need them but don’t know it yet; and
Prayers up for those who pray alone, asking for help in silence, and whose prayers are known but to God!
Prayers up even for all "our" politicians who have decided that their 10% graft and power are still far more desirable than their honor or integrity, may they see the error of their ways and repent!
And lastly, prayers up for our future President Trump, keep him and our beloved country safe from harm and may the many forces of corruption and evil arrayed against both him and our country be rendered ineffective and their plans come to naught!
Prayers up for those that have asked us for them in the prayer list;
Prayers up for those that know they need them but have not asked us for them;
Prayers up for those that need them but don’t know it yet; and
Prayers up for those who pray alone, asking for help in silence, and whose prayers are known but to God!
Prayers up even for all "our" politicians who have decided that their 10% graft and power are still far more desirable than their honor or integrity, may they see the error of their ways and repent!
And lastly, prayers up for our future President Trump, keep him and our beloved country safe from harm and may the many forces of corruption and evil arrayed against both him and our country be rendered ineffective and their plans come to naught!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 08:53 AM (hOUT3)
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Good morning again dear morons with thanks to annie and mh and you morons for your prayers
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 08:54 AM (RIvkX)
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My dad had season tickets to the Vikings at Met Stadium, 3rd deck one row off the railing. Coldest seats on planet earth. There were scads of drunken Minnesotans who stripped down to their shorts in un-godly cold weather. It was a different world back then.
Posted by: Truck Monkey Report at December 14, 2024 08:55 AM (1FWWQ)
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But my “Coffee Ritual” is, and has been grounding force in my life, so to speak.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:51 AM (ibKjr)
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Nothing wrong with that. It's part of my morning ritual as well, and something of an acquired taste I picked up when I got a real job in an office.
Since my 20s, I've had to watch my caffeine intake. I used to drink a lot of Coke back then and noticed I'd get stomach aches. Since then I have a pretty low tolerance for it, and if I have more than one serving, I feel on edge.
If I'm drowsy and have to drive, an energy drink works better.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:51 AM (ibKjr)
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Nothing wrong with that. It's part of my morning ritual as well, and something of an acquired taste I picked up when I got a real job in an office.
Since my 20s, I've had to watch my caffeine intake. I used to drink a lot of Coke back then and noticed I'd get stomach aches. Since then I have a pretty low tolerance for it, and if I have more than one serving, I feel on edge.
If I'm drowsy and have to drive, an energy drink works better.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:56 AM (ZOv7s)
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>>For those espresso "snobs" out here...I think it was last week that garrett talked about how using a redistribution tool to redistribute the grounds in the portafilter before tamping made a big difference in the extraction.
I spent way too much dough on a super automatic maker and an Italian grinder. But between those two it makes an amazing cup of espresso with the right beans. It also doesn’t an outstanding job on milk drinks. But you have to really be into it to make that purchase.
I spent way too much dough on a super automatic maker and an Italian grinder. But between those two it makes an amazing cup of espresso with the right beans. It also doesn’t an outstanding job on milk drinks. But you have to really be into it to make that purchase.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:57 AM (ibKjr)
Posted by: one hour sober at December 14, 2024 08:57 AM (Y1sOo)
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I’ve often drank really bad coffee and a few times told the true story how I once crushed beans with a rock and used my sock as a filter to make a cup. ...
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:51 AM (ibKjr)
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Mad respect.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:51 AM (ibKjr)
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Mad respect.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 08:57 AM (RIvkX)
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Vikings did not actually have coffee. Imagine how much more effective they could have been.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (vFG9F)
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I'll bet they did when they finally got to the Med.
There they were, sitting in cafes in Naples sipping robusto Italian coffee on a beautiful sunny morning, and they said "Here! We go no further!"
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (vFG9F)
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I'll bet they did when they finally got to the Med.
There they were, sitting in cafes in Naples sipping robusto Italian coffee on a beautiful sunny morning, and they said "Here! We go no further!"
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 08:57 AM (+WR8d)
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I drank coffee in the afternoons in my 20s before worming out. I never drank coffee in the morning until I had kids.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 08:59 AM (RIvkX)
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Worming out? wth
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 08:59 AM (RIvkX)
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Vikings did not actually have coffee. Imagine how much more effective they could have been.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (vFG9F)
I bought a book called "The Viking Heart: How Scandinavians Conquered the World". It's a Christmas gift for my son. I might read it before I wrap it.
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:33 AM (vFG9F)
I bought a book called "The Viking Heart: How Scandinavians Conquered the World". It's a Christmas gift for my son. I might read it before I wrap it.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:59 AM (SfhV1)
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21 degrees but clear ou
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:00 AM (fwDg9)
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"The full-timers in my ANG squadron set up a little cafe for their afternoon espresso. Not my proverbial cup of tea."
I used to be "meh" about espresso but I ended up catching the bug when I worked in Italy a couple of years. It's part of their social structure. They tell time by when it's time to go and have some and shoot the shit for a half hour around the espresso machine.
I swear these guys drank 4 to 6 cups a day, just at work.
I used to be "meh" about espresso but I ended up catching the bug when I worked in Italy a couple of years. It's part of their social structure. They tell time by when it's time to go and have some and shoot the shit for a half hour around the espresso machine.
I swear these guys drank 4 to 6 cups a day, just at work.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 09:00 AM (QB+5g)
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My dad had season tickets to the Vikings at Met Stadium, 3rd deck one row off the railing. Coldest seats on planet earth. There were scads of drunken Minnesotans who stripped down to their shorts in un-godly cold weather. It was a different world back then.
Posted by: Truck
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I went to one of those games as a young whippersnapper. Every single person was hammered. They were slugging down some drink in bottles called peppermint schnapps. Never seen so many drunks.
Posted by: Truck
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I went to one of those games as a young whippersnapper. Every single person was hammered. They were slugging down some drink in bottles called peppermint schnapps. Never seen so many drunks.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:02 AM (2+UYn)
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Good morning horde!
Prayers for all of our horde brothers and sisters in need
Prayers for all of our horde brothers and sisters in need
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at December 14, 2024 09:02 AM (J5RCE)
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There was a guy on my floor in college who would paint himself green and go to games wearing only a pair of white shorts.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
...and walk up and down every aisle at Spartan Stadium? Because that guy is a legend.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
...and walk up and down every aisle at Spartan Stadium? Because that guy is a legend.
Posted by: Auspex at December 14, 2024 09:02 AM (j4U/Z)
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There's a show called "The Norsemen" that folks with a sense of humor should check out. It's a shame that it only had a few seasons.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (QB+5g)
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Hubs brought home a sample coffee from somewhere that just says "Nicaragua"
Trying it out - pretty dang good.
Trying it out - pretty dang good.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (J5RCE)
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21 >> I'm not that into coffee, but I appreciate its effects.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:39 AM (ZOv7s)
Apostate!!
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (ibKjr)
I'm a tea totaled myself when it comes to Kafee.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 08:39 AM (ZOv7s)
Apostate!!
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 08:41 AM (ibKjr)
I'm a tea totaled myself when it comes to Kafee.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (SSBCb)
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That is some impressive Viking coffee!
Not only did it light up the Viking like the sight of a rich defenseless village ripe for the plucking would, it grew a tree almost instantly!
Not only did it light up the Viking like the sight of a rich defenseless village ripe for the plucking would, it grew a tree almost instantly!
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (a3Q+t)
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I’ve often drank really bad coffee and a few times told the true story how I once crushed beans with a rock and used my sock as a filter to make a cup.
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Okay Marcus T, this is important now so pay attention:
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
I’ve often drank really bad coffee and a few times told the true story how I once crushed beans with a rock and used my sock as a filter to make a cup.
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Okay Marcus T, this is important now so pay attention:
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (i0xsb)
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I want to see Trump, Vivek, Kash Patel, and Tulsi Gabbard perform this number at Trump's Inaugural:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eicVr8fgGlY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eicVr8fgGlY
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (W6hoT)
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Gram slams the holiday. She's tired of doing all the cooking with people with differing dietary needs, for one thing. From "NY Post":
https://tinyurl.com/mtn9mps6
https://tinyurl.com/mtn9mps6
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (Y+WSZ)
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I'm a tea totaled myself when it comes to Kafee.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (SSBCb)
jim - I left a comment for you at 205 on the previous thread, regarding help with your ostomy bag.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (SSBCb)
jim - I left a comment for you at 205 on the previous thread, regarding help with your ostomy bag.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 09:06 AM (SfhV1)
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>> Nothing wrong with that. It's part of my morning ritual as well, and something of an acquired taste I picked up when I got a real job in an office.
BMT at breakfast I would try to quickly down enough carbs for energy and spend the rest of what little time I had enjoying a cup of coffee. The MSgt thought I had “issues”.
BMT at breakfast I would try to quickly down enough carbs for energy and spend the rest of what little time I had enjoying a cup of coffee. The MSgt thought I had “issues”.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:07 AM (ibKjr)
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38 3 Oops. Edited for accuracy:
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
Pics or it didn't happen!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (hOUT3)
There are always some odd plumbing jobs...
"I could have been first but I was getting my nipples filed."
Posted by: fd at December 14, 2024 08:28 AM (vFG9F)
Pics or it didn't happen!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 08:45 AM (hOUT3)
There are always some odd plumbing jobs...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:07 AM (SSBCb)
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One thing which I enjoy about the culinary side of Christmas. It's the only time I can get from Godiva chocolates white chocolate balls with peppermint sprinkles and I just had one with my coffee.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 09:08 AM (Y+WSZ)
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eicVr8fgGlY
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (W6hoT)
That's funny.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (W6hoT)
That's funny.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 09:08 AM (SfhV1)
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>> Okay Marcus T, this is important now so pay attention:
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (i0xsb)
Let’s just say the coffee had a little salt essence.
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (i0xsb)
Let’s just say the coffee had a little salt essence.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:08 AM (ibKjr)
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My dad had season tickets to the Vikings at Met Stadium, 3rd deck one row off the railing. Coldest seats on planet earth. There were scads of drunken Minnesotans who stripped down to their shorts in un-godly cold weather. It was a different world back then.
Posted by: Truck
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As a yoot, there were more tv games of the vikings than the packers, I think because green bay had some lean years late 70s, and vikes were perennial playoff team.
Because of that, I remember seeing Met in cold weather, thinking "those are the toughest people in the world, to be out there in that kind of cold. "
Posted by: Truck
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As a yoot, there were more tv games of the vikings than the packers, I think because green bay had some lean years late 70s, and vikes were perennial playoff team.
Because of that, I remember seeing Met in cold weather, thinking "those are the toughest people in the world, to be out there in that kind of cold. "
Posted by: 2009Refugee at December 14, 2024 09:10 AM (8AONa)
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I would appreciate a prayer or two for Tim, a passing acquaintance from Southern Virginia.
He apparently dodged a deer while driving, but went off the road into a ditch, jamming the drivers side door, and then the car caught on fire.
Amazingly, there was an ongoing house fire nearby, so the fire department EMT's saw the flames and were somehow able to extract him from the car; however, he suffered severe burns on his hands and legs, and was medevac'd to a regional medical center.
He is already undergoing skin grafts on his hands and legs and will be in a bad way for some time.
He and I would appreciate Horde prayers for him!
TIA Hrothgar
He apparently dodged a deer while driving, but went off the road into a ditch, jamming the drivers side door, and then the car caught on fire.
Amazingly, there was an ongoing house fire nearby, so the fire department EMT's saw the flames and were somehow able to extract him from the car; however, he suffered severe burns on his hands and legs, and was medevac'd to a regional medical center.
He is already undergoing skin grafts on his hands and legs and will be in a bad way for some time.
He and I would appreciate Horde prayers for him!
TIA Hrothgar
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:10 AM (hOUT3)
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54 When you say, "Don't jump on the furniture," do mean all the furniture? I mean, there has to be some exceptions. That barcalounger is just screaming to experience the life of a trampoline just once in its miserable existence.
Posted by: tankdemon at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (W4Jwy)
Baby brother almost bit off his tongue when he fell off doing that. Tongue was out when jaw hit the floor.
Posted by: tankdemon at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (W4Jwy)
Baby brother almost bit off his tongue when he fell off doing that. Tongue was out when jaw hit the floor.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:10 AM (SSBCb)
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The New York Times published an article about how woke movies suck.
Other than a rare truthful admission it misses the point that movies themselves, especially big budget tent pole spectaculars aren't coming back because theaters have gone the way of vaudeville.
The New York Times published an article about how woke movies suck.
Other than a rare truthful admission it misses the point that movies themselves, especially big budget tent pole spectaculars aren't coming back because theaters have gone the way of vaudeville.
Posted by: Auspex at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (j4U/Z)
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Morning.
Posted by: Robert at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (MnmvL)
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Week in Pictures first meme is a box of Remington Drone Loads. Very popular shells here in NJ
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (2+UYn)
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but I thought, "garrett is actually making a positive statement about something. Hmm...maybe I should try it."
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 08:47 AM
Narrator: "Next up, Crocs."
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 08:47 AM
Narrator: "Next up, Crocs."
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (a3Q+t)
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (ibKjr)
Posted by: Proverbs 4:23 at December 14, 2024 09:12 AM (DobEs)
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And I'm not a grandmother, but I think if the grandchildren have special dietary needs they should bring a selection which they can eat. The grandmother is in her 80's, for goodness sake. Give her a break!
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (DjQfP)
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My granddaughter's memorial service is this afternoon. I weep just thinking about it. Not sure how I'm going to get through it.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
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Any of our NJ Horde have insight into the drone stuff. Is this just being hyped for clicks on stories?
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at December 14, 2024 09:14 AM (eufJR)
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Willowed myself and never realized there was a new thread at 8:25. *sighs* Huck, it was to you, and you can find it #212 in the tech thread if you're so inclined. It's about device nudging towards updates and how I'm seeing the same thing with my Kindle Paperwhite 10 reader from 5 years ago.
Okay, I gotta get on my horse here, things to do this morning. Have a great day everyone.
Okay, I gotta get on my horse here, things to do this morning. Have a great day everyone.
Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at December 14, 2024 09:14 AM (O7YUW)
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99 My granddaughter's memorial service is this afternoon. I weep just thinking about it. Not sure how I'm going to get through it.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
I'm so sorry, did not know that had happened to your family.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
I'm so sorry, did not know that had happened to your family.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:14 AM (W6hoT)
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Just had a brief power outage and tornado warning. That's rare. Tsunami and tornado in the same month.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:14 AM (RIvkX)
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Good morning! I have my team Christmas party today. We are all working out together at 930 and then doing brunch after. I got them all cute sweatshirts, too. But first I need coffee after I peel 2 big cats off me.
Posted by: Piper at December 14, 2024 09:14 AM (p4NUW)
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What a very scary thing for your friend Tim,, Hrothgar. Will pray for his healing!
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 09:15 AM (DjQfP)
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Wends. Prayers up. How awful.
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at December 14, 2024 09:15 AM (eufJR)
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Wenda, may her memory be a blessing.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:15 AM (RIvkX)
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I swear these guys drank 4 to 6 cups a day, just at work.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 09:00 AM (QB+5g)
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Yes?
(For years all I drunk was coffee - cappuccino really, in a huge mug, 4-5 a day. Lately some bottled water too.)
I swear these guys drank 4 to 6 cups a day, just at work.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 09:00 AM (QB+5g)
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Yes?
(For years all I drunk was coffee - cappuccino really, in a huge mug, 4-5 a day. Lately some bottled water too.)
Posted by: Ciampino - espresso + grappa at December 14, 2024 09:16 AM (i0xsb)
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Sorry about your granddaughter,who was such a light to others despite her illness. May God comfort and strengthen you.and your family.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 09:17 AM (DjQfP)
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99 My granddaughter's memorial service is this afternoon. I weep just thinking about it. Not sure how I'm going to get through it.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
Oh my gosh, this must be so hard. Prayers for you and your family.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
Oh my gosh, this must be so hard. Prayers for you and your family.
Posted by: Piper at December 14, 2024 09:17 AM (p4NUW)
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My dear friends sent me a care package of 2 dozen bagels, 2 pounds of Nova Scotia, a tub of cream cheese and a pound of assorted Rugelach from Russ & Daughters in NYC for a taste of home!
Talk about consuming mass quantities! Well, food is love as they say! Now for a real bagel with a shmear!
My dear friends sent me a care package of 2 dozen bagels, 2 pounds of Nova Scotia, a tub of cream cheese and a pound of assorted Rugelach from Russ & Daughters in NYC for a taste of home!
Talk about consuming mass quantities! Well, food is love as they say! Now for a real bagel with a shmear!
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 09:17 AM (x0n13)
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It's the only time I can get from Godiva chocolates white chocolate balls with peppermint sprinkles
Better with salt.
Better with salt.
Posted by: the Chef at December 14, 2024 09:18 AM (08DAr)
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A good question feom Powerline....
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Why is talking sexually at work considered sexual harassment, but talking about sexuality to kids in elementary school considered essential?
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Why is talking sexually at work considered sexual harassment, but talking about sexuality to kids in elementary school considered essential?
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:18 AM (rFYYy)
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The New York Times published an article about how woke movies suck.
Other than a rare truthful admission it misses the point that movies themselves, especially big budget tent pole spectaculars aren't coming back because theaters have gone the way of vaudeville.
Posted by: Auspex at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (j4U/Z)
Locking down everyone in their homes for months was a really shitty idea. Hollyweird backed it to the hilt and ultimately fucked themselves. Streaming isn't going to save them . Streaming is going to ruin them.
Speaking of Vaudeville, I'm diving into the world of VTubers and discovering the breadth and depth of it all and it couldn't have expanded the way it did without the lockdowns. Hollywood is currently in the process of being replaced. The VTubers themselves strike me as the modern successors of Vaudeville as they clown around, joke and sing (and play lots of video games). Their viewers in "chat" are just a modern day peanut gallery.
What's old is new again.
Other than a rare truthful admission it misses the point that movies themselves, especially big budget tent pole spectaculars aren't coming back because theaters have gone the way of vaudeville.
Posted by: Auspex at December 14, 2024 09:11 AM (j4U/Z)
Locking down everyone in their homes for months was a really shitty idea. Hollyweird backed it to the hilt and ultimately fucked themselves. Streaming isn't going to save them . Streaming is going to ruin them.
Speaking of Vaudeville, I'm diving into the world of VTubers and discovering the breadth and depth of it all and it couldn't have expanded the way it did without the lockdowns. Hollywood is currently in the process of being replaced. The VTubers themselves strike me as the modern successors of Vaudeville as they clown around, joke and sing (and play lots of video games). Their viewers in "chat" are just a modern day peanut gallery.
What's old is new again.
Posted by: Robert at December 14, 2024 09:18 AM (tXAeC)
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Okay Marcus T, this is important now so pay attention:
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (i0xsb)
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To ask is to answer.
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM (i0xsb)
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To ask is to answer.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:18 AM (RIvkX)
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83 I'm a tea totaled myself when it comes to Kafee.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (SSBCb)
jim - I left a comment for you at 205 on the previous thread, regarding help with your ostomy bag.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 09:06 AM (SfhV1)
Yes, I saw that. Thanks! Maybe if I add some deodorizer in the cloth bag to, like those car wash deodorizers...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:04 AM (SSBCb)
jim - I left a comment for you at 205 on the previous thread, regarding help with your ostomy bag.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 09:06 AM (SfhV1)
Yes, I saw that. Thanks! Maybe if I add some deodorizer in the cloth bag to, like those car wash deodorizers...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:19 AM (SSBCb)
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Good morning all. Got the drain put in Wednesday. They said they were going to give a mild sedative and something for pain. They didn't give me shit. I felt everything and it hurt like hell. I will be getting home health care for at least a month. This thing needs to be drained every day for a week, then as needed. The home health nurse is great and showed hubby and daughter how to do it last night. It hurts to get it drained. Thankfully only for a few minutes.
Posted by: jewells45fuckcancer at December 14, 2024 09:20 AM (iF0sF)
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I bought a book called "The Viking Heart: How Scandinavians Conquered the World". It's a Christmas gift for my son. I might read it before I wrap it.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:59 AM
Wrapping always goes better with a mug of Cream of Lutefisk soup.
But you knew that. :-D
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at December 14, 2024 08:59 AM
Wrapping always goes better with a mug of Cream of Lutefisk soup.
But you knew that. :-D
Posted by: Thorvald, creator of Thorvald's Cream of Lutefisk Soup at December 14, 2024 09:20 AM (a3Q+t)
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a bit blue this morning as today would've been my beloved father's 100th birthday!
Gone 20 years, miss you beyond words dad, but glad you and mom are not around to witness the world in flames.
a bit blue this morning as today would've been my beloved father's 100th birthday!
Gone 20 years, miss you beyond words dad, but glad you and mom are not around to witness the world in flames.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 09:21 AM (x0n13)
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The whole drone gas lighting thing is so infuriating.
Modern drones, ie, any drone manufactured within the last decade have transponders and GPS, they also have to file flight plans if they are above a certain size as the ones captured on film so far.
The whole passive aggressive feigned ignorance about not knowing what's going on or even managing to care is nauseating.
Modern drones, ie, any drone manufactured within the last decade have transponders and GPS, they also have to file flight plans if they are above a certain size as the ones captured on film so far.
The whole passive aggressive feigned ignorance about not knowing what's going on or even managing to care is nauseating.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 09:21 AM (XV/Pl)
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Old Testament Prayer for the coming Messiah:
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.
Posted by: rhennigantx at December 14, 2024 09:22 AM (gbOdA)
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Enjoy JJ
/are you going to eat all of that?
/are you going to eat all of that?
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:22 AM (RIvkX)
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99 My granddaughter's memorial service is this afternoon. I weep just thinking about it. Not sure how I'm going to get through it.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
May the Lord give you peace of mind and strength.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
May the Lord give you peace of mind and strength.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:23 AM (SSBCb)
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Prayers for all, especially Wenda.
A surprisingly good Christmas movie free on Amazon is Feast of the Seven Fishes. Slice of life Italian American family in the rust belt.
A surprisingly good Christmas movie free on Amazon is Feast of the Seven Fishes. Slice of life Italian American family in the rust belt.
Posted by: skywch at December 14, 2024 09:23 AM (uqhmb)
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Okay Marcus T, this is important now so pay attention:
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM
According to Ace and some 'rons, there's a third type of sock.
was that a freshly laundered sock or one you took off your foot?
Posted by: Ciampino - eeow toejam espresso at December 14, 2024 09:05 AM
According to Ace and some 'rons, there's a third type of sock.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 09:23 AM (a3Q+t)
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122 Enjoy JJ
/are you going to eat all of that?
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:22 AM (RIvkX)
Probably give some to my neighbors and B-i-l. I assume I can freeze Lox?
/are you going to eat all of that?
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:22 AM (RIvkX)
Probably give some to my neighbors and B-i-l. I assume I can freeze Lox?
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 09:23 AM (x0n13)
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Wenda - sending hugs and love your way and prayers for you and yours.
Posted by: screaming in digital at December 14, 2024 09:24 AM (JRHzL)
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{jewells}
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:24 AM (RIvkX)
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12/7 – Jordan61 requested prayers for his mother, who is going in for a CAT scan. Mom has been coughing and congested ever since she caught a cold in August. They have done antibiotics, etc. since, and a chest X-ray revealed something that caused the doctor to recommend an urgent CAT scan.
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Sounds like my father.
He has been in the hospital for a week two times since September with pneumonia.
Second time because he had developed blood clots in his legs & they went to his lungs. CAT scan found them.
All of this because he has COPD and asthma and allergies. When he gets allergies or sinus problems he just lays down in his recliner for weeks on end and won’t get up for anything but to eat or bathroom. Won’t even get up to go to bed because he “can’t sleep in there”.
Yet he sleeps just fine in the recliner for half the day and slept in the bed for months after his wife died in Feb. but as soon as he got sick over the summer the recliner is his home & best friend.
It’s driving me crazy watching him waste away, when he knows it’s slowly killing him from inactivity and lack of exercise.
He’s got a secret death wish. I told him I’m not going to help him do it. Yet he persists.
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Sounds like my father.
He has been in the hospital for a week two times since September with pneumonia.
Second time because he had developed blood clots in his legs & they went to his lungs. CAT scan found them.
All of this because he has COPD and asthma and allergies. When he gets allergies or sinus problems he just lays down in his recliner for weeks on end and won’t get up for anything but to eat or bathroom. Won’t even get up to go to bed because he “can’t sleep in there”.
Yet he sleeps just fine in the recliner for half the day and slept in the bed for months after his wife died in Feb. but as soon as he got sick over the summer the recliner is his home & best friend.
It’s driving me crazy watching him waste away, when he knows it’s slowly killing him from inactivity and lack of exercise.
He’s got a secret death wish. I told him I’m not going to help him do it. Yet he persists.
Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 09:24 AM (6ydKt)
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@114
>>Locking down everyone in their homes for months was a really shitty idea. Hollyweird backed it to the hilt and ultimately fucked themselves. Streaming isn't going to save them.
Well, the bigger problem is that they have stopped making films that will appeal to a general audience, they've stopped making comedies because the CCP doesn't find American humor to their liking, and they've stopped making RomComs, so the only thing they make are tent poles and bad children's animations.
>>Locking down everyone in their homes for months was a really shitty idea. Hollyweird backed it to the hilt and ultimately fucked themselves. Streaming isn't going to save them.
Well, the bigger problem is that they have stopped making films that will appeal to a general audience, they've stopped making comedies because the CCP doesn't find American humor to their liking, and they've stopped making RomComs, so the only thing they make are tent poles and bad children's animations.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 09:25 AM (XV/Pl)
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101 Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at December 14, 2024 09:14 AM (O7YUW)
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I'm with you on stubborn refusal to upgrade. I too expect several more years of use out if this device!
And enjoy your ride this morning. I'm jealous.
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I'm with you on stubborn refusal to upgrade. I too expect several more years of use out if this device!
And enjoy your ride this morning. I'm jealous.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:25 AM (rFYYy)
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Mrs. F. says you can freeze lox but in individual servings to defrost.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:25 AM (RIvkX)
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So are these drones only appearing at night?
Posted by: Not really paying attention at December 14, 2024 09:26 AM (DobEs)
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Some clown posted a video of what he alleged was him shooting at a drone with m62a1 tracers. Not only is that a federal crime but completely irresponsible in populated areas. I get the frustration, but killing or injuring someone isn’t the answer.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:26 AM (ibKjr)
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BMT at breakfast I would try to quickly down enough carbs for energy and spend the rest of what little time I had enjoying a cup of coffee. The MSgt thought I had “issues”.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:07 AM (ibKjr)
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A tactics I used to brilliant effect at BMT was to carry a military-issue Bible in a plastic bag in my cargo pocket. Whenever we were stopped, I pulled it out, especially in line for chow. The drill sergeants will go down the, quizzing privates from the Smart Book and if you got the answer wrong, you had to go the back of the line. When they got to me, they just quietly skipped me.
I was there from January to March, and the rule was that you had to go outside and wait in formation after you ate. I, on the other hand, would bus my tray and read my bible at a vacant table, and the one time a sergeant came over to yell at me he stopped short and in a quiet voice said "Sorry, private, time to go."
And that, boys and girls, was how I read the New Testament.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:07 AM (ibKjr)
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A tactics I used to brilliant effect at BMT was to carry a military-issue Bible in a plastic bag in my cargo pocket. Whenever we were stopped, I pulled it out, especially in line for chow. The drill sergeants will go down the, quizzing privates from the Smart Book and if you got the answer wrong, you had to go the back of the line. When they got to me, they just quietly skipped me.
I was there from January to March, and the rule was that you had to go outside and wait in formation after you ate. I, on the other hand, would bus my tray and read my bible at a vacant table, and the one time a sergeant came over to yell at me he stopped short and in a quiet voice said "Sorry, private, time to go."
And that, boys and girls, was how I read the New Testament.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:26 AM (ZOv7s)
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Russ and Daughters probably makes the best lox sandwich on the planet.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:27 AM (ibKjr)
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My granddaughter's memorial service is this afternoon. I weep just thinking about it. Not sure how I'm going to get through it.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
My heart cries out for your loss, and prayers are ascending for you and your family
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:13 AM (xGR+v)
My heart cries out for your loss, and prayers are ascending for you and your family
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:28 AM (hOUT3)
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Prayers for Tim--that was fortunate divine intervention that firefighters were nearby. I pray that those in the house fire were saved, as well.
Wenda, I am so sorry for your loss. This is so painful.
Wenda, I am so sorry for your loss. This is so painful.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 09:29 AM (OX9vb)
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San Fran.. back at ya! I need hugs. I appreciate hugs. I may even start begging for them. Woke up this morning and first thing I wanted even before coffee was a hug from my hubby.
Posted by: jewells45fuckcancer at December 14, 2024 09:30 AM (iF0sF)
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Morning, all! On the Tech Thread someone suggested the Fred MacMurray/Barbara Stanwyck Christmas film Remember the Night. I couldn't find it on YooToob, but
Try this, Wolfus:
https://is.gd/h0L0Qx
Posted by: ShainS -- Deus Ex Muskina [h/t Mike Benz] at December 14, 2024
That works; thanks. I'll bookmark it and see if we can watch it tonight or tomorrow!
Try this, Wolfus:
https://is.gd/h0L0Qx
Posted by: ShainS -- Deus Ex Muskina [h/t Mike Benz] at December 14, 2024
That works; thanks. I'll bookmark it and see if we can watch it tonight or tomorrow!
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at December 14, 2024 09:30 AM (omVj0)
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Jim, maybe the head Ewok can give you advice on a messenger bag.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:30 AM (RIvkX)
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My coffee this morning was Aldi's Midnight Blend, with some sweetener and milk. I've saved the last cup and popped it in the fridge in case I want some this afternoon.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at December 14, 2024 09:31 AM (omVj0)
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I used to explain to subordinates that morning Coffee is not so much for me, as it is for YOU. I was once tasked to clean an officer’s office (hm… no jokes pliz) and he was a Captain or Major I think I dunno.
Well the Coffee pot was unloaded, so I set it up and charged and primed it up for what I figurred was about right. The office was clean, and he thought that was pretty good initiative. I allowed for my part that Cheesers are no damn good, sir, but coffee is important. It never hurts to do a competent workmanlike job. It does have the effect of making others look bad. The hell with them.
Well the Coffee pot was unloaded, so I set it up and charged and primed it up for what I figurred was about right. The office was clean, and he thought that was pretty good initiative. I allowed for my part that Cheesers are no damn good, sir, but coffee is important. It never hurts to do a competent workmanlike job. It does have the effect of making others look bad. The hell with them.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:31 AM (Snw0w)
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Thank you all.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 09:31 AM (xGR+v)
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>> And that, boys and girls, was how I read the New Testament.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:26 AM (ZOv7s)
This is of course as you’ve stated, brilliant. I wasn’t that creative but for some reason they liked me and always put me in charge of stuff. Probably because my father was a combat medic and told me how to stay relatively low vis.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:26 AM (ZOv7s)
This is of course as you’ve stated, brilliant. I wasn’t that creative but for some reason they liked me and always put me in charge of stuff. Probably because my father was a combat medic and told me how to stay relatively low vis.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (ibKjr)
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Prayers for you all and much love through these difficult journeys. God bless and keep you!
Posted by: Moki at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (wLjpr)
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (991eG)
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Had enough outside for a while, fingers are what gets me
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:33 AM (fwDg9)
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It never hurts to do a competent workmanlike job. It does have the effect of making others look bad. The hell with them.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:31 AM (Snw0w)
For some reason, I get the impression you are NOT a DEI hire...
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:31 AM (Snw0w)
For some reason, I get the impression you are NOT a DEI hire...
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (hOUT3)
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111
JJ, that '2 pounds of Nova Scotia',
1. Why?
2. Was that plain dirt or sand?
3. Did it require an export license from Ottawa?
JJ, that '2 pounds of Nova Scotia',
1. Why?
2. Was that plain dirt or sand?
3. Did it require an export license from Ottawa?
Posted by: Ciampino - Indian Ocean water - ask me at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (i0xsb)
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How exactly would vikings get coffee?
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
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132 Mrs. F. says you can freeze lox but in individual servings to defrost.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:25 AM (RIvkX)
What about fruit cake?
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:25 AM (RIvkX)
What about fruit cake?
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (QXQ4l)
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We have the Brain of your leader...The one you call Biden.
Posted by: THE DRONES at December 14, 2024 09:35 AM (wDLi3)
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This is of course as you’ve stated, brilliant. I wasn’t that creative but for some reason they liked me and always put me in charge of stuff. Probably because my father was a combat medic and told me how to stay relatively low vis.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (ibKjr)
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The story of my religious awakening can be told simply by looking at my dog tags. My initial Army issue has my religion as a non-denom Protestant. My first Air Force issue has me as a Lutheran. The final set I got reads RC.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (ibKjr)
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The story of my religious awakening can be told simply by looking at my dog tags. My initial Army issue has my religion as a non-denom Protestant. My first Air Force issue has me as a Lutheran. The final set I got reads RC.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:35 AM (ZOv7s)
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My favorite Dilbert, perhaps, and thus right up there is when the office gal switches over to DeCaff without telling the office, and they are all faceplanted and “Must … Find … Antidote” LOL
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:36 AM (Snw0w)
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Hugs x a bazillion to jewells
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at December 14, 2024 09:36 AM (QXQ4l)
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As many virtual hugs as you need, Jewells.
Posted by: Piper at December 14, 2024 09:36 AM (p4NUW)
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I hate to even ask you, friends, because this seems so insignificant in comparison to what others are going through, but I have a prayer request for myself.
I've had chronic hip pain for years, but it's really started to affect my mobility. MRI shows torn tendons. I am going to try platelet-rich-plasma injections to stimulate healing, in lieu of surgery. Will be sometime in January. Please pray for me, that the tendons are healed and I that I might have reduced pain for a few years, and not have to have a more expensive surgery. Thank you.
Also, if anyone has had this treatment, what is your opinion of it?
I've had chronic hip pain for years, but it's really started to affect my mobility. MRI shows torn tendons. I am going to try platelet-rich-plasma injections to stimulate healing, in lieu of surgery. Will be sometime in January. Please pray for me, that the tendons are healed and I that I might have reduced pain for a few years, and not have to have a more expensive surgery. Thank you.
Also, if anyone has had this treatment, what is your opinion of it?
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM (OX9vb)
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I have sort of standardized on Harris Teeter/Kroger Southern Pecan coffee as being my go to caffeine delivery system fuel!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM (hOUT3)
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147 let's get this out of the way first:
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (991eG)
I dunno. I always heard the Navy beats off the Army and the Marines...
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM (991eG)
I dunno. I always heard the Navy beats off the Army and the Marines...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM (SSBCb)
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What a beautiful morning! Blue sky as far as I can see. I hope to have working heat before too long and that'll be a bow on the day.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:38 AM (EpzKH)
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153 We have the Brain of your leader...The one you call Biden.
Posted by: THE DRONES at December 14, 2024 09:35 AM (wDLi3)
I shannot believe you, he has never had an actual brain in his entire life!
Posted by: THE DRONES at December 14, 2024 09:35 AM (wDLi3)
I shannot believe you, he has never had an actual brain in his entire life!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:39 AM (hOUT3)
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151 How exactly would vikings get coffee?
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
When he made it to Constantinople...
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
When he made it to Constantinople...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:39 AM (SSBCb)
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We have the Brain of your leader...The one you call Biden.
Posted by: THE DRONES at December 14, 2024
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Keep it. He doesn't need it any more, and neither do we.
Posted by: THE DRONES at December 14, 2024
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Keep it. He doesn't need it any more, and neither do we.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (omVj0)
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Dash..you have every bit of my sympathy. My left hip is so painful from arthritis. Sometimes the pain from that is worse than anything the cancer is throwing at me. I could kick myself for not taking care of it sooner. Now I have to wait til Jan8 to see the ortho doctor.
Posted by: jewells45fuckcancer at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (iF0sF)
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113 A good question feom Powerline....
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Why is talking sexually at work considered sexual harassment, but talking about sexuality to kids in elementary school considered essential?
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:18 AM (rFYYy)
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Indeed. And the creepy freaks who proudly share with TicToc their strange antics with children have no place in a school or anywhere near children. Ever.
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Why is talking sexually at work considered sexual harassment, but talking about sexuality to kids in elementary school considered essential?
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:18 AM (rFYYy)
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Indeed. And the creepy freaks who proudly share with TicToc their strange antics with children have no place in a school or anywhere near children. Ever.
Posted by: JM in Ill -- Behold the Manchurian Candidate at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (vVZeX)
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Funny you mention that. Because there WERE. a bunch of lazy ass goldbricks there. I worked my ass off, setting the example, and was soon selected for the highest position on the base in my field. It was a genuine pissing contest to yank me from the unit. They were being petty kuntz about it. 4 Stars outranks ‘em. Ha.
Looking back it is really fortuitous how things work out. Luck is involved. But you don’t get lucky without hard work. It isn’t guaranteed but at least you have a chance.
Looking back it is really fortuitous how things work out. Luck is involved. But you don’t get lucky without hard work. It isn’t guaranteed but at least you have a chance.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (Snw0w)
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I have sort of standardized on Harris Teeter/Kroger Southern Pecan coffee as being my go to caffeine delivery system fuel!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM
have you tried the HEB Texas Pecan coffee? es muy bueno
I have sort of standardized on Harris Teeter/Kroger Southern Pecan coffee as being my go to caffeine delivery system fuel!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM
have you tried the HEB Texas Pecan coffee? es muy bueno
Posted by: AltonJackson at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (tljrc)
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What about fruit cake?
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (QXQ4l)
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Fruitcake never needs to be frozen in our house.
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (QXQ4l)
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Fruitcake never needs to be frozen in our house.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (RIvkX)
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I could kick myself for not taking care of it sooner. Now I have to wait til Jan8 to see the ortho doctor.
Posted by: jewells45fuckcancer at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (iF0sF)
Right? My dad had a knee replaced a few weeks ago. He told me: "Don't wait until you're 85 to take care of these things."
You, friend, are in my daily prayers.
Posted by: jewells45fuckcancer at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (iF0sF)
Right? My dad had a knee replaced a few weeks ago. He told me: "Don't wait until you're 85 to take care of these things."
You, friend, are in my daily prayers.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 09:44 AM (OX9vb)
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151 How exactly would vikings get coffee?
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
Well that’s the real reason they went raiding.
Viking kicks down door: “COFFEE!!!”
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
Well that’s the real reason they went raiding.
Viking kicks down door: “COFFEE!!!”
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:44 AM (W6hoT)
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Thank you Mis. Hum.
Posted by: Stateless at December 14, 2024 09:44 AM (jvJvP)
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Lord hear our prayers. Include Publius in your prayers. His cousin passed away suddenly yesterday.
Posted by: Sock Monkey * Justice for Ashli at December 14, 2024 09:44 AM (L99WE)
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Good morning good people. Prayers for all intentions, those requested and those known but to God.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 09:47 AM (WXNFJ)
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Earliest rations and up to the 1980s at least had some form of “fruitcake” confection generally. It’s a great way to get a whole bunch of calories in a small serving and they don’t spoil or go bad. They will get et if one is hungry enough. Survival rations ought not taste too good, lest it get eaten in moments of boredom or non-emergency.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:47 AM (Snw0w)
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Dash thank you dear. I remember someone told me don't wait til you're limping to take care of that. Well... too late. I'm using a cane now and I even bought a walker just in case.
Posted by: jewells45fuckcancer at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (iF0sF)
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have you tried the HEB Texas Pecan coffee? es muy bueno
Posted by: AltonJackson
That is pretty much all I will drink.
Posted by: AltonJackson
That is pretty much all I will drink.
Posted by: Thomas Paine at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (xYpoY)
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Anyhow, I’m at my wit’s end.
How do you convince a sad, sick, depressed, stubborn, impatient, 82 year old man who’s been waited on hand and foot his entire life by the women around him, that his youngest son is not his servant and isn’t going to sit idly by while he commits suicide by Lazy-Boy?
My mom spent the last few moths of life trying to get his ass out of the chair.
I’m nowhere near as patient as she was and I’m tired of arguing with him about his stubbornness verging on stupidity.
“I don’t like people telling me what to do.”
“Nobody does, now get out the damn chair and move around.”
“Leave me alone”.
“That’s your problem. Everybody leaves you alone and you just sit in that damn recliner!”
That’s what I’ve been dealing with… for months.
I’ve got a mind to drag the recliner out to the curb and let somebody take it next time he goes to the hospital. He can watch his other best friend, the TV, in a straight back chair when he gets back.
But I don’t want to be that asshole.
Especially since I already am, according to him.
How do you convince a sad, sick, depressed, stubborn, impatient, 82 year old man who’s been waited on hand and foot his entire life by the women around him, that his youngest son is not his servant and isn’t going to sit idly by while he commits suicide by Lazy-Boy?
My mom spent the last few moths of life trying to get his ass out of the chair.
I’m nowhere near as patient as she was and I’m tired of arguing with him about his stubbornness verging on stupidity.
“I don’t like people telling me what to do.”
“Nobody does, now get out the damn chair and move around.”
“Leave me alone”.
“That’s your problem. Everybody leaves you alone and you just sit in that damn recliner!”
That’s what I’ve been dealing with… for months.
I’ve got a mind to drag the recliner out to the curb and let somebody take it next time he goes to the hospital. He can watch his other best friend, the TV, in a straight back chair when he gets back.
But I don’t want to be that asshole.
Especially since I already am, according to him.
Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (6ydKt)
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This is such a fraught time of year for so many people. On the one hand, it is a time of joyous anticipation as Advent gives way to the arrival of the Christ child.
But we also think of those we have lost, or lost touch with, and all the family drama, estrangements come back to the fore. I am blessed insofar as my Christmas memories are overwhelmingly happy. I miss my grandparents at this time of year, having spent so much of my life with them because my parents divorced.
That isn't the case for everyone, and the only advice I can give is to fully embrace the solace of prayer and focus on the joy rather than the sorrow.
But we also think of those we have lost, or lost touch with, and all the family drama, estrangements come back to the fore. I am blessed insofar as my Christmas memories are overwhelmingly happy. I miss my grandparents at this time of year, having spent so much of my life with them because my parents divorced.
That isn't the case for everyone, and the only advice I can give is to fully embrace the solace of prayer and focus on the joy rather than the sorrow.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (ZOv7s)
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let's get this out of the way first:
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM
Beat them with big sticks!
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM
Beat them with big sticks!
Posted by: RedMindBlueState at December 14, 2024 09:49 AM (Wnv9h)
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I dunno. I always heard the Navy beats off the Army and the Marines...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM (SSBCb)
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It is said that sailors first discovered sex, but it was Marines who introduced it to women.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:37 AM (SSBCb)
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It is said that sailors first discovered sex, but it was Marines who introduced it to women.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:50 AM (ZOv7s)
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151 How exactly would vikings get coffee?
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
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Amazon. The Brazilian Depot.
It doesn't grow in Scandinavia
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 09:34 AM (fwDg9)
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Amazon. The Brazilian Depot.
Posted by: Ciampino - Indian Ocean water - ask me why at December 14, 2024 09:50 AM (i0xsb)
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 09:51 AM (QB+5g)
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Well that’s the real reason they went raiding.
Viking kicks down door: “COFFEE!!!”
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:44 AM (W6hoT)
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Didn't they set up a Norman kingdom in Sicily? Them guys got around.
Viking kicks down door: “COFFEE!!!”
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 09:44 AM (W6hoT)
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Didn't they set up a Norman kingdom in Sicily? Them guys got around.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:52 AM (ZOv7s)
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Dash, prayers that your doctors suggestions and treatments are just what you need and that you may become free from pain.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 09:52 AM (WXNFJ)
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“Suicide by Lazy Boy”
Sounds like my dad. What I should have done, is bought a travel van or small motor home and kidnapped him. Put the Lazy Boy in the motor home.
As long as there is a warm place to take dump and a TV, regular meals of some sort, it doesn’t matter. Arrange power of attorney first, naturally. Take the grand tour and see all the parks, get him well lubricated on Bourbon and enjoy quality time
Sounds like my dad. What I should have done, is bought a travel van or small motor home and kidnapped him. Put the Lazy Boy in the motor home.
As long as there is a warm place to take dump and a TV, regular meals of some sort, it doesn’t matter. Arrange power of attorney first, naturally. Take the grand tour and see all the parks, get him well lubricated on Bourbon and enjoy quality time
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:52 AM (Snw0w)
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180 let's get this out of the way first:
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM
Beat them with big sticks!
Posted by: RedMindBlueState at December 14, 2024 09:49 AM (Wnv9h)
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The Paolo, he is playing?
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM
Beat them with big sticks!
Posted by: RedMindBlueState at December 14, 2024 09:49 AM (Wnv9h)
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The Paolo, he is playing?
Posted by: Ciampino - Indian Ocean water in a bottle at December 14, 2024 09:52 AM (i0xsb)
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136 Russ and Daughters probably makes the best lox sandwich on the planet.
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:27 AM (ibKjr)
I rate this as highly likely having just scarfed one down!
That said, NYC and of course the boroughs have been blessed with local bagel bakeries that also sell very good prepackaged lox and Nova from various brands so you can't go too far wrong on.
I don't think Russ/daughters bake their own bagels. But the lox and other accoutrements they surely do in-house as they have done for about 100 years IIRC.
Everyone knows about Katz's deli but there used to be an amazing dairy restaurant nearby called Ratner's that is long gone, but not forgotten! They baked their own breads and rolls.
Still hankering for a bialy! If/when I do make it back east to see the relatives, I'll have to ship a dozen or so back and stock up!
Posted by: Marcus T at December 14, 2024 09:27 AM (ibKjr)
I rate this as highly likely having just scarfed one down!
That said, NYC and of course the boroughs have been blessed with local bagel bakeries that also sell very good prepackaged lox and Nova from various brands so you can't go too far wrong on.
I don't think Russ/daughters bake their own bagels. But the lox and other accoutrements they surely do in-house as they have done for about 100 years IIRC.
Everyone knows about Katz's deli but there used to be an amazing dairy restaurant nearby called Ratner's that is long gone, but not forgotten! They baked their own breads and rolls.
Still hankering for a bialy! If/when I do make it back east to see the relatives, I'll have to ship a dozen or so back and stock up!
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 09:53 AM (x0n13)
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How do you convince a sad, sick, depressed, stubborn, impatient, 82 year old man who’s been waited on hand and foot his entire life by the women around him, that his youngest son is not his servant and isn’t going to sit idly by while he commits suicide by Lazy-Boy?
Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (6ydKt)
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Withhold food and drink.
Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (6ydKt)
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Withhold food and drink.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:53 AM (ZOv7s)
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I'm having a cup of Joe with a couple pieces of Korppu, Finnish dunking toast. Got some from a bakery up in the MI UP. Cardamom flavored, of course.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 14, 2024 09:54 AM (gm9Sb)
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I sympathize with those suffering from joint pain. I tore the ligaments in my knee a few weeks ago. Hurt like hell. I couldn't flex it for about two weeks. Lived off of Motrin, ice packs and a soft brace.
It's better now. Not perfect, but it will due. It hates the cold and stairs though.
It's better now. Not perfect, but it will due. It hates the cold and stairs though.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (Q4IgG)
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Boeing got $3.9 billion dollars in 2018 to build TWO 787 jets for use as AF1 and just told the government they cannot deliver before 2029, "at the earliest". Originally the jets were due earlier this year.
Trump got on the phone and chewed out the Boeing CEO over the delays but he is new and the whole company is melting down. But I'm still stuck on one other thing: these jets cost $2 BILLION dollars each?!?!
Trump got on the phone and chewed out the Boeing CEO over the delays but he is new and the whole company is melting down. But I'm still stuck on one other thing: these jets cost $2 BILLION dollars each?!?!
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (Xj+CV)
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Thanks for the Coffee Thread and Prayer Revival, Mis Hum and Annie!
Great Viking meme up top.
May God shower all of His children with blessings.
And may God continue to bless the U.S.A. and Israel.
Great Viking meme up top.
May God shower all of His children with blessings.
And may God continue to bless the U.S.A. and Israel.
Posted by: Legally Sufficient at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (rxCpr)
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One of the neighbors dropped off some more homemade baklava yesterday. So good they are almost sinful.
As if that would stop me.
As if that would stop me.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 09:56 AM (WXNFJ)
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J.J., you can freeze anything.
It's after defrosting that decisions have to be made.
It's after defrosting that decisions have to be made.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 09:56 AM (4780s)
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Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 09:48 AM (6ydKt)
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Give him a good reason to get out of the chair. Probably needs evaluation for depression.
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Give him a good reason to get out of the chair. Probably needs evaluation for depression.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 09:56 AM (RIvkX)
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Speaking Of,
You cannot do it and do not get rid of the recliner. This is a common, old guy thing, a response to losing strength and the ability to do what he used to do. He is an adult and if he has given up, nothing that you try will work. Enjoy the time you have left with him.
You cannot do it and do not get rid of the recliner. This is a common, old guy thing, a response to losing strength and the ability to do what he used to do. He is an adult and if he has given up, nothing that you try will work. Enjoy the time you have left with him.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at December 14, 2024 09:57 AM (NQtI0)
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have you tried the HEB Texas Pecan coffee? es muy bueno
Posted by: AltonJackson at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (tljrc)
I will stock up this fall as per my nic!
Thanks for the tip
Posted by: AltonJackson at December 14, 2024 09:41 AM (tljrc)
I will stock up this fall as per my nic!
Thanks for the tip
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar (hOUT3) ~ Next year in Corsicana - again! ~ at December 14, 2024 09:57 AM (hOUT3)
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How exactly would vikings get coffee?
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Looking at that second picture, I was wondering where they got dental care.
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Looking at that second picture, I was wondering where they got dental care.
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:57 AM (991eG)
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One of the neighbors dropped off some more homemade baklava yesterday. So good they are almost sinful.
As if that would stop me.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 09:56 AM (WXNFJ)
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So long as you don't worship it and offer sacrifice, I think you're in the clear.
Probably not enough there for sustained gluttony.
As if that would stop me.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 09:56 AM (WXNFJ)
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So long as you don't worship it and offer sacrifice, I think you're in the clear.
Probably not enough there for sustained gluttony.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:58 AM (ZOv7s)
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We used to live on Broadway, and Sunday mornings always included a stop at H&H for bagels and bialys if they had any. A bialy is my personal fave too, JJ.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:58 AM (Xj+CV)
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et's get this out of the way first:
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM
Well, this is certainly a minor tarnish on what is otherwise a sterling character.
GO ARMY!
BEAT NAVY!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 09:32 AM
Well, this is certainly a minor tarnish on what is otherwise a sterling character.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (a3Q+t)
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It is said that sailors first discovered sex, but it was Marines who introduced it to women.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:50 AM (ZOv7s)
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And the Arabs claim to have invented condoms by using the colons of goats. The British perfected them by removing the rest of the goat.
It is said that sailors first discovered sex, but it was Marines who introduced it to women.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:50 AM (ZOv7s)
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And the Arabs claim to have invented condoms by using the colons of goats. The British perfected them by removing the rest of the goat.
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (i0xsb)
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I sympathize with those suffering from joint pain. I tore the ligaments in my knee a few weeks ago. Hurt like hell. I couldn't flex it for about two weeks. Lived off of Motrin, ice packs and a soft brace.
It's better now. Not perfect, but it will due. It hates the cold and stairs though.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (Q4IgG)
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One of the joys of getting over and realizing you are injured and wondering how and when it happened.
It's better now. Not perfect, but it will due. It hates the cold and stairs though.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (Q4IgG)
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One of the joys of getting over and realizing you are injured and wondering how and when it happened.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (ZOv7s)
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186 Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 09:52 AM (Snw0w)
My dad always wanted me to accompany him to Rock Island National Cemetery to visit his brother's grave and say a kaddish. Somehow we never got around to it and I dearly regret it.
I will surely do it. Kind of a long drive to the quad cities from here but it's doable.
My dad always wanted me to accompany him to Rock Island National Cemetery to visit his brother's grave and say a kaddish. Somehow we never got around to it and I dearly regret it.
I will surely do it. Kind of a long drive to the quad cities from here but it's doable.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (x0n13)
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Last time I tried to get salmon lox shmear for bagles, I couldn't find any. Maybe a Kali thing. Ended up buying smoked salmon & Philly cream cheese. Yeah, call me lazy.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (SSBCb)
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And the Arabs claim to have invented condoms by using the colons of goats. The British perfected them by removing the rest of the goat.
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (i0xsb)
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The more you know!
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM (i0xsb)
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The more you know!
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:00 AM (ZOv7s)
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 10:00 AM (WXNFJ)
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Grew up in a Navy town and the day of the Army/Navy game the place became a ghost town. Everybody was watching or listening to the game. Don't know if it is like that now but it was notable even to kids some 60-plus years ago.
I haven't paid attention to the game for a long time but I'm curious if there will be coverage about Trump, Vance and the others. If CBS doesn't show it (no surprise if they don't) I'll bet there will be YT videos and similar out there.
I haven't paid attention to the game for a long time but I'm curious if there will be coverage about Trump, Vance and the others. If CBS doesn't show it (no surprise if they don't) I'll bet there will be YT videos and similar out there.
Posted by: JTB at December 14, 2024 10:01 AM (yTvNw)
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Is the plural for bialy "bialys" or "bialies"....?
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:01 AM (Xj+CV)
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Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 09:24 AM (6ydKt)
Very Stubborn and depressed older people can be very difficult.to live with am sorry for your father and for you. You might consider consulting a geriatric therapist or psychiatrist .
Very Stubborn and depressed older people can be very difficult.to live with am sorry for your father and for you. You might consider consulting a geriatric therapist or psychiatrist .
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at December 14, 2024 10:01 AM (b0NkY)
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My coffee of choice is Martinsons. First started drinking it when young and first out on my own in Boston, thought it was a premium brand because of fancy New York skyline label.
When I moved later, couldn't find it so switched to other brands.
Thirty years later, I find it in the discount grocery store, huge cans, $3/lb. I still liked it, so went right back to it.
Still has same label.
When I moved later, couldn't find it so switched to other brands.
Thirty years later, I find it in the discount grocery store, huge cans, $3/lb. I still liked it, so went right back to it.
Still has same label.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 10:02 AM (4780s)
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My Dad was insufferable at the end.
I've had a lot of time to reflect on things over the years and the one thing I wish I had done different is that I wish I had gotten him to tell me more stories about what it was growing up and stuff like that. Keep it positive and don't let it turn into complaining about how he sees things now.
Think of some casual way of starting the conversation like talking about some sports team and then ask what was the mascot of his HS. Something like that.
I think a lot of older folks are living in the past, in their memories. Maybe you can get them to share some of it.
Maybe with luck you can think of something he would like to do based on his memories.
It was a good time to be alive back then. Much simpler.
I've had a lot of time to reflect on things over the years and the one thing I wish I had done different is that I wish I had gotten him to tell me more stories about what it was growing up and stuff like that. Keep it positive and don't let it turn into complaining about how he sees things now.
Think of some casual way of starting the conversation like talking about some sports team and then ask what was the mascot of his HS. Something like that.
I think a lot of older folks are living in the past, in their memories. Maybe you can get them to share some of it.
Maybe with luck you can think of something he would like to do based on his memories.
It was a good time to be alive back then. Much simpler.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:02 AM (QB+5g)
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A billion$ seems a lot, but your average commercial jet doesn't have refueling capabilities, anti missle defense, world communication, everything one could imagine for comfort.
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (fwDg9)
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201 We used to live on Broadway, and Sunday mornings always included a stop at H&H for bagels and bialys if they had any. A bialy is my personal fave too, JJ.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:58 AM (Xj+CV)
Grew up near Junction Bagels by the Flatbush Avenue subway station, then down the block from Forest Hills bagel stop on Queens Blvd. and ultimately Bagel Bob's in the village.
And the outstanding Ess-a-Bagel on 1st Avenue which is/was still one of the best bagel eateries n town.
Sigh.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:58 AM (Xj+CV)
Grew up near Junction Bagels by the Flatbush Avenue subway station, then down the block from Forest Hills bagel stop on Queens Blvd. and ultimately Bagel Bob's in the village.
And the outstanding Ess-a-Bagel on 1st Avenue which is/was still one of the best bagel eateries n town.
Sigh.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (x0n13)
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You cannot do it and do not get rid of the recliner. This is a common, old guy thing, a response to losing strength and the ability to do what he used to do. He is an adult and if he has given up, nothing that you try will work. Enjoy the time you have left with him.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at December 14, 2024 09:57 AM (NQtI0)
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Sage advice.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at December 14, 2024 09:57 AM (NQtI0)
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Sage advice.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (ZOv7s)
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A bialy is my personal fave too, JJ.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:58 AM (Xj+CV)
I have never heard of this, but I just looked it up and now I am obsessed with how to acquire one.
Any chance this Appalachian girl can make something authentic from an online recipe?
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:58 AM (Xj+CV)
I have never heard of this, but I just looked it up and now I am obsessed with how to acquire one.
Any chance this Appalachian girl can make something authentic from an online recipe?
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (OX9vb)
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>>But I don’t want to be that asshole.
Especially since I already am, according to him.
You're there. You're a good son.
Especially since I already am, according to him.
You're there. You're a good son.
Posted by: JackStraw at December 14, 2024 10:04 AM (LkLld)
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One of my favorites:
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11
Posted by: Teresa in Fort Worth - AoS Ladies' Brigade plucky comic relief. Eat the cheesecake, buy the yarn. at December 14, 2024 10:04 AM (SRRAx)
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I would like to offer a prayer of Thanksgiving to my beloved country for the November election, once more we met and prevailed over an issue as serious as any seen before. We prevailed because we are Americans and as such are denied the option of failure. Further, I will offer this as rebuttal to the conclusion that our Republic is no longer viable. We've succeeded in the beginning of ensuring the Republic endures, as is our heritage. Now begins the task of implementing the restoration of that country to the "shining city on a hill" that is our legacy.
May God speed our journey.
May God speed our journey.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
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The British perfected them by removing the rest of the goat.
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM
Then why do the British call them "French Letters"?
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM
Then why do the British call them "French Letters"?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (a3Q+t)
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213 At the very end of my Dad's life, he was in the hospital bed and I just came in on emergency leave. Mom was in the hallway and said Daddy wants to talk to you. He was going fast and started talking to me. In Finnish. Never learned too much of it, Mom and Dad wanting it for their super secret code language.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 14, 2024 10:06 AM (gm9Sb)
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214 A billion$ seems a lot, but your average commercial jet doesn't have refueling capabilities, anti missle defense, world communication, everything one could imagine for comfort.
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (fwDg9)
And don't forget the whorehouse and massage parlor on BJ Clinton's AF1s...
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (fwDg9)
And don't forget the whorehouse and massage parlor on BJ Clinton's AF1s...
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 10:06 AM (SSBCb)
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212 My coffee of choice is Martinsons. First started drinking it when young and first out on my own in Boston, thought it was a premium brand because of fancy New York skyline label.
When I moved later, couldn't find it so switched to other brands.
Thirty years later, I find it in the discount grocery store, huge cans, $3/lb. I still liked it, so went right back to it.
Still has same label.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 10:02 AM (4780s)
Our brand of choice was Chock Full o'Nuts, and then later in life my folks drank Folgers.
They also had Sanka instant coffee but I was not a fan.
When I moved later, couldn't find it so switched to other brands.
Thirty years later, I find it in the discount grocery store, huge cans, $3/lb. I still liked it, so went right back to it.
Still has same label.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 10:02 AM (4780s)
Our brand of choice was Chock Full o'Nuts, and then later in life my folks drank Folgers.
They also had Sanka instant coffee but I was not a fan.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 10:06 AM (x0n13)
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I just had coffee and a western omelet and I smiled just like that. Also a young tree sprouted up, which is nice.
Good morning every one.
Good morning every one.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:07 AM (Y6IkP)
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May God speed our journey.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
You always had faith, even when the rest of us faltered.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
You always had faith, even when the rest of us faltered.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 10:08 AM (wyMQY)
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JJS... probably shouldn't tell you this (for the sake of your waistline) but Ess-a-Bagel ships!
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (2+UYn)
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (x0n13)
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"these jets cost $2 BILLION dollars each?!?!"
State-of-the-art, hardened, custom avionics with all the testing, maintenance gear and DOCUMENTATION is not cheap.
These are not production aircraft under the skin.
State-of-the-art, hardened, custom avionics with all the testing, maintenance gear and DOCUMENTATION is not cheap.
These are not production aircraft under the skin.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (QB+5g)
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Trump got on the phone and chewed out the Boeing CEO over the delays but he is new and the whole company is melting down. But I'm still stuck on one other thing: these jets cost $2 BILLION dollars each?!?!
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (Xj+CV)
Costs a lot of money to ship all the spyware from Chi Nah.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 09:55 AM (Xj+CV)
Costs a lot of money to ship all the spyware from Chi Nah.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:10 AM (vm0TG)
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227 JJS... probably shouldn't tell you this (for the sake of your waistline) but Ess-a-Bagel ships!
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (2+UYn)
Thanks to my cancer misadventures, I have dropped about 20 pounds and kept it off.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (2+UYn)
Thanks to my cancer misadventures, I have dropped about 20 pounds and kept it off.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 10:10 AM (x0n13)
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Watch Shane Gillis sketch for Bob Isis Toyota on YouTube. Being fired from SNL now means his sketches are laugh out loud funny.
Posted by: Field Marshal Zhukov at December 14, 2024 10:10 AM (wBaIH)
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State-of-the-art, hardened, custom avionics with all the testing, maintenance gear and DOCUMENTATION is not cheap.
These are not production aircraft under the skin.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (QB+5g)
Why does the documentation cost a lot of money?
Oh nevermind, translating it from Chinese to American ain't cheap.
These are not production aircraft under the skin.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:09 AM (QB+5g)
Why does the documentation cost a lot of money?
Oh nevermind, translating it from Chinese to American ain't cheap.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:11 AM (vm0TG)
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Elderly people, especially guys - Prostate.
They want to do things, but pissing all the time causes problems. So far I am blessed not to have inherited that problem.
Trust Me. Buy the travel van camper. Kidnap him. Travel on the proceeds of his former bungalow
They want to do things, but pissing all the time causes problems. So far I am blessed not to have inherited that problem.
Trust Me. Buy the travel van camper. Kidnap him. Travel on the proceeds of his former bungalow
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:12 AM (94neJ)
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> But I'm still stuck on one other thing: these jets cost $2 BILLION dollars each?!?!
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So... the 747's in question are repos. Really. They were originally ordered by some overseas airline and either they went bankrupt or defaulted on the purchase. The planes have been sitting in the Mojave Desert's "boneyard" for years. But... they are fairly "new" by 747 standards as that model airplane has been out of production for a while.
The money isn't all for the aircraft. It's for all the retrofitting the feds need for AF-1. There's a crapload of specialized communications, environmental, survivability and whatnot for what amounts to a flying White House.
A buddy of mine who flew AF-2's (used by the VP and cabinet members... modified 757's) told me AF-1 is probably more survivable in a hostile airspace than any of our military jets.
So... that $2B per plane is for a lot of stuff you'll never see or hear about. And grift. The money's not all going to Boeing either.
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So... the 747's in question are repos. Really. They were originally ordered by some overseas airline and either they went bankrupt or defaulted on the purchase. The planes have been sitting in the Mojave Desert's "boneyard" for years. But... they are fairly "new" by 747 standards as that model airplane has been out of production for a while.
The money isn't all for the aircraft. It's for all the retrofitting the feds need for AF-1. There's a crapload of specialized communications, environmental, survivability and whatnot for what amounts to a flying White House.
A buddy of mine who flew AF-2's (used by the VP and cabinet members... modified 757's) told me AF-1 is probably more survivable in a hostile airspace than any of our military jets.
So... that $2B per plane is for a lot of stuff you'll never see or hear about. And grift. The money's not all going to Boeing either.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:12 AM (Q4IgG)
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221 The British perfected them by removing the rest of the goat.
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM
Then why do the British call them "French Letters"?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (a3Q+t)
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So that we could call them rubbers.
Note: Brit English, a rubber is a pencil eraser - hence [French] letter.
PS: if it's well lubricated, is it still a rubber?
Posted by: Ciampino - read that in a brown paper wrapper voice at December 14, 2024 09:59 AM
Then why do the British call them "French Letters"?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (a3Q+t)
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So that we could call them rubbers.
Note: Brit English, a rubber is a pencil eraser - hence [French] letter.
PS: if it's well lubricated, is it still a rubber?
Posted by: Ciampino - OK you come up with a better story at December 14, 2024 10:13 AM (i0xsb)
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Mornin', weirdos. I was able to remove the heart monitor on Wednesday. I mailed it off to the company and they'll send the results to my doctor.
I'm having breakfast in a couple hours with some other ham radio nerds. After that, I have a million things to do, none of which sound particularly enjoyable.
I'm having breakfast in a couple hours with some other ham radio nerds. After that, I have a million things to do, none of which sound particularly enjoyable.
Posted by: PabloD at December 14, 2024 10:14 AM (NXK/x)
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May God speed our journey.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
You always had faith, even when the rest of us faltered.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 10:08 AM (wyMQY)
That's nice, but the fight hasn't even really started. I see a lot of people putting up their "Mission Accomplished" banners, like the election was the end of it.
It's not.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
You always had faith, even when the rest of us faltered.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 10:08 AM (wyMQY)
That's nice, but the fight hasn't even really started. I see a lot of people putting up their "Mission Accomplished" banners, like the election was the end of it.
It's not.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:14 AM (vm0TG)
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Cafe Bustelo for me this AM and HEB Texas Pecan for the bride. She loves it.
Posted by: RetSgtRN at December 14, 2024 10:14 AM (Oj7GT)
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That's nice, but the fight hasn't even really started. I see a lot of people putting up their "Mission Accomplished" banners, like the election was the end of it.
It's not.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:14 AM (vm0TG)
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We won a battle, but there are others ahead.
Taking courage from that success is a good thing.
It's not.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:14 AM (vm0TG)
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We won a battle, but there are others ahead.
Taking courage from that success is a good thing.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (ZOv7s)
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Now begins the task of implementing the restoration of that country to the "shining city on a hill" that is our legacy.
May God speed our journey.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
Amen! It's going to be rough. There will be resistance. Leftists will make it as difficult as possible.
May God speed our journey.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 10:05 AM (hKoQL)
Amen! It's going to be rough. There will be resistance. Leftists will make it as difficult as possible.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (OX9vb)
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PS: if it's well lubricated, is it still a rubber?
Posted by: Ciampino - OK you come up with a better story at December 14, 2024 10:13 AM (i0xsb)
Well... unlike trains, you WANT the thing to scrape the sides of the tunnel.
Even the caboose.
Posted by: Ciampino - OK you come up with a better story at December 14, 2024 10:13 AM (i0xsb)
Well... unlike trains, you WANT the thing to scrape the sides of the tunnel.
Even the caboose.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (vm0TG)
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Kroger “Premium” or “Medium” blend.
A (Avocado Green) JC Penny boiler. Mom bought it for hot dogs. Found in Attic. I bet she wondered where that fucker was. Ha!
Powered by a Honda 2kw generator. 6300’ above the sea on a cliff where I can see 100s of miles.
A (Avocado Green) JC Penny boiler. Mom bought it for hot dogs. Found in Attic. I bet she wondered where that fucker was. Ha!
Powered by a Honda 2kw generator. 6300’ above the sea on a cliff where I can see 100s of miles.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (94neJ)
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My "engineering" group that does commercial avionics is split about 50/50 between "real" engineers and documentation people. Working the Docs to FAA standards is an entire world unto itself.
That's just for an engineering group. That doesn't include the actual documentation groups who do noting but work documentation.
This is a huge barrier to entry in the air transport industry and one of the reasons that Boeing isn't going away anytime soon.
That's just for an engineering group. That doesn't include the actual documentation groups who do noting but work documentation.
This is a huge barrier to entry in the air transport industry and one of the reasons that Boeing isn't going away anytime soon.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:17 AM (QB+5g)
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The miracle of coffee is the satisfying bowel movement that follows.
My starter this morning was Illy Classico espresso one to two hot water, the Illy brewed in my little nine dollar moka pot.
My starter this morning was Illy Classico espresso one to two hot water, the Illy brewed in my little nine dollar moka pot.
Posted by: Mr Gaga at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (KiBMU)
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>>That's nice, but the fight hasn't even really started. I see a lot of people putting up their "Mission Accomplished" banners, like the election was the end of it.
>>It's not.
Many gave up before the fight even started.
I don't know anyone who thinks this is over. But we won the first battle and that makes the rest possible. It's ok to celebrate.
>>It's not.
Many gave up before the fight even started.
I don't know anyone who thinks this is over. But we won the first battle and that makes the rest possible. It's ok to celebrate.
Posted by: JackStraw at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (LkLld)
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I see some getting Really Serious about the involvement of Vikings with coffee. Viking was about over by 1100, and the cultivation of coffee was not before 1400, so there's not a lot of chance for real world overlap there.
The typical Viking winter drink was a kettle on the fire with apples in it, probably whatever mead or ale leavings happened to be around. Until they ran out of apples, they'd throw in another one from time to time.
The typical Viking winter drink was a kettle on the fire with apples in it, probably whatever mead or ale leavings happened to be around. Until they ran out of apples, they'd throw in another one from time to time.
Posted by: Way,Way Downriver at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (zdLoL)
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Amen! It's going to be rough. There will be resistance. Leftists will make it as difficult as possible.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (OX9vb)
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The key terrain is the spirit realm, and here was have seen things shift decisively in our favor. We all feel it - the weight of oppression being gone and odd moments of joy at simple things.
Our enemies feel it, too, which is why their resistance is so disjointed and half-hearted. They keep stepping on rake after rake. It's really remarkable.
What's even more remarkable is the flowering of faith. Christians are raising their heads and their voices to a greater extent than years. Keep up the devotionals, deepen your prayer life, because we've a lot of work yet to do.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (OX9vb)
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The key terrain is the spirit realm, and here was have seen things shift decisively in our favor. We all feel it - the weight of oppression being gone and odd moments of joy at simple things.
Our enemies feel it, too, which is why their resistance is so disjointed and half-hearted. They keep stepping on rake after rake. It's really remarkable.
What's even more remarkable is the flowering of faith. Christians are raising their heads and their voices to a greater extent than years. Keep up the devotionals, deepen your prayer life, because we've a lot of work yet to do.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:21 AM (ZOv7s)
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We won a battle, but there are others ahead.
Taking courage from that success is a good thing.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (ZOv7s)
Again, that's nice and all that, but I see a lot of people who are deluding themselves about what has BEEN accomplished.
While it's fine for people to have celebrated Doolittle's raid, it accomplished essentially nothing, militarily.
Taking courage from that success is a good thing.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM (ZOv7s)
Again, that's nice and all that, but I see a lot of people who are deluding themselves about what has BEEN accomplished.
While it's fine for people to have celebrated Doolittle's raid, it accomplished essentially nothing, militarily.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:21 AM (HcAMH)
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I think you have misinterpreted "schadenboner" which translates to "damage boner". What you're looking for is "bonerfreude" which would be boner joy"
Posted by: PGS at December 14, 2024 10:22 AM (6sm6m)
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Prayers for Teresa, for strength, and that her meds continue to work.
Posted by: JM in Ill -- Behold the Manchurian Candidate at December 14, 2024 10:22 AM (7J7Ac)
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My market carries a brand of coffee, "Cameron's" which is outstanding. At least the French Roast that I have tried. It's a bit pricey but depending on how strong you like your brew, I think it's a good value.
My market carries a brand of coffee, "Cameron's" which is outstanding. At least the French Roast that I have tried. It's a bit pricey but depending on how strong you like your brew, I think it's a good value.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at December 14, 2024 10:22 AM (x0n13)
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Also thank you Annie's Stew.
Posted by: Stateless at December 14, 2024 10:23 AM (jvJvP)
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[i{We all feel it - the weight of oppression being gone and odd moments of joy at simple things.
Like say, Inman doing the play by play of Pelosi tumbling down the stairs?
Sorry. I denounce myself.
Like say, Inman doing the play by play of Pelosi tumbling down the stairs?
Sorry. I denounce myself.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:23 AM (94neJ)
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Girl F. texted her mother and is horning in on my pancakes before shul.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 14, 2024 10:23 AM (RIvkX)
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Any chance this Appalachian girl can make something authentic from an online recipe?
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (OX9vb)
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I am no baker so I have no idea. If you can bake its worth a try!
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 10:03 AM (OX9vb)
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I am no baker so I have no idea. If you can bake its worth a try!
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:24 AM (rLhXT)
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Hey, All, happy Saturday!
Just wanted to pop in to tell you that it’s World Monkey Day.
Let the poo-flinging begin!
Just wanted to pop in to tell you that it’s World Monkey Day.
Let the poo-flinging begin!
Posted by: Bulg at December 14, 2024 10:24 AM (v6JzV)
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I think you have misinterpreted "schadenboner" which translates to "damage boner". What you're looking for is "bonerfreude" which would be boner joy"
Posted by: PGS at December 14, 2024 10:22 AM (6sm6m)
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It's a shorthand for "schadenfreudeboner."
Posted by: PGS at December 14, 2024 10:22 AM (6sm6m)
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It's a shorthand for "schadenfreudeboner."
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:24 AM (ZOv7s)
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Many gave up before the fight even started.
I don't know anyone who thinks this is over. But we won the first battle and that makes the rest possible. It's ok to celebrate.
Posted by: JackStraw at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (LkLld)
Fine, I'll stop urinating in everyone's Corn Flakes. Meanwhile, there are drones over New Jersey.
NEW JERSEY!!!!!!!!
I don't know anyone who thinks this is over. But we won the first battle and that makes the rest possible. It's ok to celebrate.
Posted by: JackStraw at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (LkLld)
Fine, I'll stop urinating in everyone's Corn Flakes. Meanwhile, there are drones over New Jersey.
NEW JERSEY!!!!!!!!
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (HcAMH)
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Let the poo-flinging begin!
Posted by: Bulg at December 14, 2024 10:24 AM (v6JzV)
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I'm pretty sure that's a constant around here.
Posted by: Bulg at December 14, 2024 10:24 AM (v6JzV)
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I'm pretty sure that's a constant around here.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (ZOv7s)
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Good morning Horde, prayers offered for all in need, especially to Jewells, Wenda, Dash Teresa and jim and Jim. I hope that you manage to find some joy in this holy season. As for the rest of you, stay healthy and strong and bring cheer to others.
Posted by: Debby Doberman Schultz at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (Sgq8y)
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Shawn Ryan announced yesterday that the charges against CPT Brad Geary have finally been dismissed by Big Navy.
The Biden DoD was trying to railroad the good Captain but he fought back. It's a hell of a story.
The Biden DoD was trying to railroad the good Captain but he fought back. It's a hell of a story.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (WXNFJ)
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Well... unlike trains, you WANT the thing to scrape the sides of the tunnel.
Even the caboose.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM
So, you're saying you want the rail ties, er, ribs, for her pleasure?
Even the caboose.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM
So, you're saying you want the rail ties, er, ribs, for her pleasure?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (a3Q+t)
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Good morning all.
Don't always post on Saturday morning but always read the comments to see how everyone is doing. It always puts life in perspective to see how strong and compassionate this community, family is.
❤️❤️
Don't always post on Saturday morning but always read the comments to see how everyone is doing. It always puts life in perspective to see how strong and compassionate this community, family is.
❤️❤️
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 10:26 AM (t/2Uw)
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Like say, Inman doing the play by play of Pelosi tumbling down the stairs?
Sorry. I denounce myself.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:23 AM (94neJ)
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Really? Did he deploy the Ludacris Cam?
Sorry. I denounce myself.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:23 AM (94neJ)
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Really? Did he deploy the Ludacris Cam?
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:26 AM (ZOv7s)
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Oh by the way.
I'm having No Name instant coffee, with some coconut oil, honey and milk.
The proper response is probably "WHY?"
I'm having No Name instant coffee, with some coconut oil, honey and milk.
The proper response is probably "WHY?"
Posted by: Stateless at December 14, 2024 10:26 AM (jvJvP)
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Hey Jewells. So sorry to hear of your recent problems. I admire your grit. I pray for your comfort.
Posted by: javems at December 14, 2024 10:27 AM (8I4hW)
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So, you're saying you want the rail ties, er, ribs, for her pleasure?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (a3Q+t)
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Wasn't that a Steven Wright joke, turning it inside out because who cares about her pleasure?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (a3Q+t)
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Wasn't that a Steven Wright joke, turning it inside out because who cares about her pleasure?
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:27 AM (ZOv7s)
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Doolittle Did a Lot.
It was a huge Morale thing at home, and also the enemy combatants a taste of what was to come.
It was a huge Morale thing at home, and also the enemy combatants a taste of what was to come.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:27 AM (oDIDz)
Posted by: Baboons at December 14, 2024 10:28 AM (a3Q+t)
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I just wanted to thank all of you who have been praying for me - I really do appreciate each and every one of you ♥️♥️♥️
Posted by: Teresa in Fort Worth - AoS Ladies' Brigade plucky comic relief. Eat the cheesecake, buy the yarn. at December 14, 2024 10:28 AM (SRRAx)
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Viking Coffee
I think that I now can report it
In Norway the coffee's imported
But it sure isn’t cheap
Along the coasts it’s so steep
That most Vikings just can’t a-fjord it!
Viking Coffee
I think that I now can report it
In Norway the coffee's imported
But it sure isn’t cheap
Along the coasts it’s so steep
That most Vikings just can’t a-fjord it!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (991eG)
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I too get the feeling that the election results were "the end of the road" for many. The promises about election reform seem to be forgotten. (Are they still counting ballots somewhere?) The flurry of promised lawsuits have never materialized. It's like the whole thing was a ruse.
And even now, the bureaucrats embedded in the various offices are setting up Resistance II... unprovoked by the incoming administration. You can just tell that the first 100 days are going to be nothing but beating back this "resistance" and hardly moving any sort of an agenda forward.
But... I do hope that those in this new Trump administration realize what they're up against. And I hope they're not in any sort of mood to compromise.
I'm firmly in the "retribution" camp. I want scalps. Lots of them.
And even now, the bureaucrats embedded in the various offices are setting up Resistance II... unprovoked by the incoming administration. You can just tell that the first 100 days are going to be nothing but beating back this "resistance" and hardly moving any sort of an agenda forward.
But... I do hope that those in this new Trump administration realize what they're up against. And I hope they're not in any sort of mood to compromise.
I'm firmly in the "retribution" camp. I want scalps. Lots of them.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (Q4IgG)
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A coffee-drinking Viking name Bjørner
Said, "It's hard to explain to a foreigner
But when I need a cup of Joe
I don't have far to go
There's a frigging Skjârbucks on every corner!"
Said, "It's hard to explain to a foreigner
But when I need a cup of Joe
I don't have far to go
There's a frigging Skjârbucks on every corner!"
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (991eG)
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Enjoy the time you have left with him.
Posted by: Notsothoreau
I've had a lot of time to reflect on things over the years and the one thing I wish I had done different is that I wish I had gotten him to tell me more stories about what it was growing up and stuff like that. Keep it positive and don't let it turn into complaining about how he sees things now
SpeakingOf , prayers for strength and patience for this part of your journey. When my father came to live with us, I became very frustrated that I was unable to change the course of what was happening. I came to realize that the Lord put him in our life's as a blessing to us. Embrace that blessing. Part of my cherished memories of that time was hearing the stories of his childhood. He had never talked about that when I was growing up. May our Lord grant you peace in this.
Posted by: Notsothoreau
I've had a lot of time to reflect on things over the years and the one thing I wish I had done different is that I wish I had gotten him to tell me more stories about what it was growing up and stuff like that. Keep it positive and don't let it turn into complaining about how he sees things now
SpeakingOf , prayers for strength and patience for this part of your journey. When my father came to live with us, I became very frustrated that I was unable to change the course of what was happening. I came to realize that the Lord put him in our life's as a blessing to us. Embrace that blessing. Part of my cherished memories of that time was hearing the stories of his childhood. He had never talked about that when I was growing up. May our Lord grant you peace in this.
Posted by: Sock Monkey * Justice for Ashli at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (L99WE)
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I'm definately more hopeful than I have been, it seems like the Zeitgeist has now turned in Trumps favor.
I really think RFK and Musk joining forces with Trump has sent a very clear and definite signal that this time there is no f**king around.
And it seems like many people, especially those in the Tech sector, like Bezos and Zuckerberg have gotten the message.
I really think RFK and Musk joining forces with Trump has sent a very clear and definite signal that this time there is no f**king around.
And it seems like many people, especially those in the Tech sector, like Bezos and Zuckerberg have gotten the message.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (XV/Pl)
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I see some getting Really Serious about the involvement of Vikings with coffee. Viking was about over by 1100, and the cultivation of coffee was not before 1400, so there's not a lot of chance for real world overlap there.
The typical Viking winter drink was a kettle on the fire with apples in it, probably whatever mead or ale leavings happened to be around. Until they ran out of apples, they'd throw in another one from time to time.
Posted by: Way,Way Downriver at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (zdLoL)
Honestly, I think the fascination with Vikings these days is almost entirely due to chicks (and teh gheys) digging the look.
Otherwise, I'm not sure how anyone would see them as anything more than a frivolous and irrelevant tribe.
The typical Viking winter drink was a kettle on the fire with apples in it, probably whatever mead or ale leavings happened to be around. Until they ran out of apples, they'd throw in another one from time to time.
Posted by: Way,Way Downriver at December 14, 2024 10:20 AM (zdLoL)
Honestly, I think the fascination with Vikings these days is almost entirely due to chicks (and teh gheys) digging the look.
Otherwise, I'm not sure how anyone would see them as anything more than a frivolous and irrelevant tribe.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (JtzMq)
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It was a huge Morale thing at home, and also the enemy combatants a taste of what was to come.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:27 AM (oDIDz)
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It threw their leadership into chaos. How did the bombers reach Japan? Will there be more raids? What do we tell the people?
Huge effect for minimal cost.
Posted by: Common Tater at December 14, 2024 10:27 AM (oDIDz)
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It threw their leadership into chaos. How did the bombers reach Japan? Will there be more raids? What do we tell the people?
Huge effect for minimal cost.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (ZOv7s)
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Coffee hack I discovered one time in Cozumel.Restaurant coffee in Cozumel was always horrible so I got in the habit of making it in the little kitchenette in my room. Microwave, blender, coffee maker and a couple of pots and pans were all that are provided. I would hit the one giant grocery store and buy thestrong coffee I like.Bought beans by mistake. But, the blender worked fine. Had excellent coffee the entire week.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 10:31 AM (t/2Uw)
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And it seems like many people, especially those in the Tech sector, like Bezos and Zuckerberg have gotten the message.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (XV/Pl)
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Contra Conan's best things in life, sometimes its better to have your enemies become your allies.
I know people are leery, but Trump is no fool. He's all about "keep your friends close, and your enemies closer."
Posted by: Thomas Bender at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (XV/Pl)
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Contra Conan's best things in life, sometimes its better to have your enemies become your allies.
I know people are leery, but Trump is no fool. He's all about "keep your friends close, and your enemies closer."
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:31 AM (ZOv7s)
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While it's fine for people to have celebrated Doolittle's raid, it accomplished essentially nothing, militarily.
Posted by: BurtTC
Disagree.
The Germans bombing London with Zeppelins and Gothas during the first world war caused the British to hold back a number of aircraft in England for defense. The same for the Japanese after Doolittle. Front line strength was diminished.
Posted by: BurtTC
Disagree.
The Germans bombing London with Zeppelins and Gothas during the first world war caused the British to hold back a number of aircraft in England for defense. The same for the Japanese after Doolittle. Front line strength was diminished.
Posted by: Auspex at December 14, 2024 10:32 AM (j4U/Z)
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Speaking of Inman I worked for Admiral Bobby Inman once upon a time on a consulting project. One very straight-laced, buttoned up guy. Also, he was odd.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:32 AM (sZ8Ea)
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Thank you to whoever added my mom to the prayer thread! The CAT scan showed she still has pneumonia. They gave her antibiotics (fourth round) and are continuing with prednisone. If this doesn't work she'll have to go see a lung specialist.
Posted by: Jordan61 at December 14, 2024 10:33 AM (xOnCy)
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Well... unlike trains, you WANT the thing to scrape the sides of the tunnel.
Even the caboose.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM
So, you're saying you want the rail ties, er, ribs, for her pleasure?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (a3Q+t)
I wouldn't want to get too technical, but I always assumed if the device the man is wearing is supplying the friction, he's doing it wrong.
Even the caboose.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:16 AM
So, you're saying you want the rail ties, er, ribs, for her pleasure?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (a3Q+t)
I wouldn't want to get too technical, but I always assumed if the device the man is wearing is supplying the friction, he's doing it wrong.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:33 AM (JtzMq)
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It's getting hard to find coffee in cans.
I'm in a "coffee club" at work. You drink all the coffee you want but you will eventually get an email to pitch in a can.
Folgers makes plastic cans which are all right. I can get chock full o nuts by can and a few others which are good brands. But many are transitioning to vacuum sealed blocks or bags. Some companies quit all together and just make kcups now.
I don't want to let down my coffee bros at work and buy inferior coffee. So it's chock full in a can that I generally buy.
I'm in a "coffee club" at work. You drink all the coffee you want but you will eventually get an email to pitch in a can.
Folgers makes plastic cans which are all right. I can get chock full o nuts by can and a few others which are good brands. But many are transitioning to vacuum sealed blocks or bags. Some companies quit all together and just make kcups now.
I don't want to let down my coffee bros at work and buy inferior coffee. So it's chock full in a can that I generally buy.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:34 AM (Y6IkP)
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@274 Muldoon for the win!
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:34 AM (sZ8Ea)
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Honestly, I think the fascination with Vikings these days is almost entirely due to chicks (and teh gheys) digging the look.
Otherwise, I'm not sure how anyone would see them as anything more than a frivolous and irrelevant tribe.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (JtzMq)
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It is because they represent primal male energy and reckless freedom, things we greatly miss.
We used to look to the Old West for examples of this, the Wokes have worked tirelessly to condemn that.
Vikings are harder to tackle, because they killed white people and especially Christians, and the wokes have a real hard time arguing against that since it's also their agenda.
Otherwise, I'm not sure how anyone would see them as anything more than a frivolous and irrelevant tribe.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (JtzMq)
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It is because they represent primal male energy and reckless freedom, things we greatly miss.
We used to look to the Old West for examples of this, the Wokes have worked tirelessly to condemn that.
Vikings are harder to tackle, because they killed white people and especially Christians, and the wokes have a real hard time arguing against that since it's also their agenda.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:35 AM (ZOv7s)
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Whatever it is, I blame global warming.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:37 AM (sZ8Ea)
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I've had a lot of time to reflect on things over the years and the one thing I wish I had done different is that I wish I had gotten him to tell me more stories about what it was growing up and stuff like that. Keep it positive and don't let it turn into complaining about how he sees things now.
I've been getting stories from my dad. Out of the blue I'll ask about something and it prompts him to share more. I've got to start writing these down so they can be passed on.
I've had a lot of time to reflect on things over the years and the one thing I wish I had done different is that I wish I had gotten him to tell me more stories about what it was growing up and stuff like that. Keep it positive and don't let it turn into complaining about how he sees things now.
I've been getting stories from my dad. Out of the blue I'll ask about something and it prompts him to share more. I've got to start writing these down so they can be passed on.
Posted by: Our Country is Screwed at December 14, 2024 10:37 AM (2AW7/)
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Good morning Hordemates!
Posted by: Diogenes at December 14, 2024 10:37 AM (W/lyH)
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I don't want to let down my coffee bros at work and buy inferior coffee. So it's chock full in a can that I generally buy.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:34 AM (Y6IkP)
We had a club for a while at work...one ahole always bought chicory...so I made sure I had my own supply.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:34 AM (Y6IkP)
We had a club for a while at work...one ahole always bought chicory...so I made sure I had my own supply.
Posted by: BignJames at December 14, 2024 10:39 AM (Yj6Os)
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But... I do hope that those in this new Trump administration realize what they're up against. And I hope they're not in any sort of mood to compromise.
I'm firmly in the "retribution" camp. I want scalps. Lots of them.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (Q4IgG)
I do recall, as we were leading up to the election, I was repeated something I'd heard elsewhere, that the enemy was going to TRY to defeat Trump, but they were resigned to the fact that Trump was going to win.
So they made damn sure THEY were prepared to take on the four year challenge. And they are. I think that's part of what people underestimate here, how strong they are, and how prepared they are to resist.
We shall see.
I'm firmly in the "retribution" camp. I want scalps. Lots of them.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (Q4IgG)
I do recall, as we were leading up to the election, I was repeated something I'd heard elsewhere, that the enemy was going to TRY to defeat Trump, but they were resigned to the fact that Trump was going to win.
So they made damn sure THEY were prepared to take on the four year challenge. And they are. I think that's part of what people underestimate here, how strong they are, and how prepared they are to resist.
We shall see.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:40 AM (JtzMq)
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I cannot think of a better way for Kash Patel to start off his new job than finding out those fibbie mofos mounted a spying op against him. Gives the man the right motivation.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at December 14, 2024 10:40 AM (sZ8Ea)
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I've been getting stories from my dad. Out of the blue I'll ask about something and it prompts him to share more. I've got to start writing these down so they can be passed on.
Posted by: Our Country is Screwed at December 14, 2024 10:37 AM (2AW7/)
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This is great. I'm doing that as well with my father. We used to argue politics, but his position is pretty wrecked at the moment, so now I ask about his life, things that happened when my parents were still married, stuff like that.
Crazy to think of it, but it was only a couple of weeks ago that I finally started asking him about his religion. I knew he didn't like the Methodism of his parents, but what did he like? A neat discussion.
Posted by: Our Country is Screwed at December 14, 2024 10:37 AM (2AW7/)
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This is great. I'm doing that as well with my father. We used to argue politics, but his position is pretty wrecked at the moment, so now I ask about his life, things that happened when my parents were still married, stuff like that.
Crazy to think of it, but it was only a couple of weeks ago that I finally started asking him about his religion. I knew he didn't like the Methodism of his parents, but what did he like? A neat discussion.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:40 AM (ZOv7s)
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Growing up in the 1950-1960s South, men were expected to serve their country. It was good teaching for adulthood. Pretty good system.
Posted by: Eromero at December 14, 2024 10:42 AM (jgmnb)
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I had a CT scan on my hip a week ago Friday and it looks like I may be headed to a hip replacement. I'll know more Monday when I meet with the Orthopedist. I am not worried about the surgery , in fact think it will make my life better. But am worried about the loss of autonomy during the recovery. I live alone in a one bedroom condo. I have family nearby but they have young children. Any advice? I'm told sometimes a few days in a rehab facility helps but difficult to get approval. Not sure I like that any better.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 10:44 AM (t/2Uw)
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Thanks to my cancer misadventures, I have dropped about 20 pounds and kept it off.
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There's a bright spot in everything.
So they say.
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There's a bright spot in everything.
So they say.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 10:44 AM (4780s)
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Growing up in the 1950-1960s South, men were expected to serve their country. It was good teaching for adulthood. Pretty good system.
Posted by: Eromero at December 14, 2024 10:42 AM (jgmnb)
Around here, you either went into the military, or worked in a cotton mill...my dad didn't like the mill.
Posted by: Eromero at December 14, 2024 10:42 AM (jgmnb)
Around here, you either went into the military, or worked in a cotton mill...my dad didn't like the mill.
Posted by: BignJames at December 14, 2024 10:44 AM (Yj6Os)
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Just wanted to pop in to tell you that it’s World Monkey Day.
Let the poo-flinging begin!
Posted by: Bulg
Too many poo-pooh World Monkey Day.
Let the poo-flinging begin!
Posted by: Bulg
Too many poo-pooh World Monkey Day.
Posted by: Miklos, scratching armpit and preparing at December 14, 2024 10:44 AM (xesY+)
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SpeakingOf , prayers for strength and patience for this part of your journey.
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You mentioned allergies and asthma and for me, laying down is like a drowning torture with sinus headaches. I found tremendous relief with Quercetin for the headaches and guaifensin/dextromethorphan for the mucus. I can now lay down for an hour or two, even though I am not a whirlwind of energy. Oldsters take longer to recover than you think.
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You mentioned allergies and asthma and for me, laying down is like a drowning torture with sinus headaches. I found tremendous relief with Quercetin for the headaches and guaifensin/dextromethorphan for the mucus. I can now lay down for an hour or two, even though I am not a whirlwind of energy. Oldsters take longer to recover than you think.
Posted by: mustbequantum at December 14, 2024 10:45 AM (oX4qW)
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So they made damn sure THEY were prepared to take on the four year challenge. And they are. I think that's part of what people underestimate here, how strong they are, and how prepared they are to resist.
We shall see.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:40 AM (JtzMq)
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A crucial difference is that they've undercut their own defenses. The lawfare they launched against Trump has given him much stronger authority regarding classification and dismissing executive branch employees. For example, in their zeal to crush his West Point board member, a judge ruled that Congress can set terms, but the president does not have to honor them.
Trump thus possess a level of flexibility no chief executive since FDR has enjoyed.
We shall see.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:40 AM (JtzMq)
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A crucial difference is that they've undercut their own defenses. The lawfare they launched against Trump has given him much stronger authority regarding classification and dismissing executive branch employees. For example, in their zeal to crush his West Point board member, a judge ruled that Congress can set terms, but the president does not have to honor them.
Trump thus possess a level of flexibility no chief executive since FDR has enjoyed.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:45 AM (ZOv7s)
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I'm told sometimes a few days in a rehab facility helps but difficult to get approval. Not sure I like that any better.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice)
In Old Mama's case, in-patient was automatic ( Medicare pays).
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice)
In Old Mama's case, in-patient was automatic ( Medicare pays).
Posted by: Miklos, so recalling at December 14, 2024 10:46 AM (xesY+)
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>>> My "engineering" group that does commercial avionics is split about 50/50 between "real" engineers and documentation people. Working the Docs to FAA standards is an entire world unto itself.
That's just for an engineering group. That doesn't include the actual documentation groups who do noting but work documentation.
This is a huge barrier to entry in the air transport industry and one of the reasons that Boeing isn't going away anytime soon.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:17 AM (QB+5g)
I find most engineers hate documentation. I'm also speaking for myself there. When the subject matter experts, the ones that did the analysis or testing or whatever are also the ones who write the cert. reports they put it off till the very end. Then VPs and chief engineers start hovering over everyone to finish on schedule. Not great.
A way to fix this is to require everyone to write up everything in job-books as they go and then dump that into cert. reports at the end. Still a pain tho...
That's just for an engineering group. That doesn't include the actual documentation groups who do noting but work documentation.
This is a huge barrier to entry in the air transport industry and one of the reasons that Boeing isn't going away anytime soon.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:17 AM (QB+5g)
I find most engineers hate documentation. I'm also speaking for myself there. When the subject matter experts, the ones that did the analysis or testing or whatever are also the ones who write the cert. reports they put it off till the very end. Then VPs and chief engineers start hovering over everyone to finish on schedule. Not great.
A way to fix this is to require everyone to write up everything in job-books as they go and then dump that into cert. reports at the end. Still a pain tho...
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:47 AM (Y6IkP)
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Viking Coffee
I think that I now can report it
In Norway the coffee's imported
But it sure isn’t cheap
Along the coasts it’s so steep
That most Vikings just can’t a-fjord it!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (991eG)
There were financing options, but they ended up Odin a lot.
Viking Coffee
I think that I now can report it
In Norway the coffee's imported
But it sure isn’t cheap
Along the coasts it’s so steep
That most Vikings just can’t a-fjord it!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:29 AM (991eG)
There were financing options, but they ended up Odin a lot.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 10:47 AM (SSBCb)
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> So they made damn sure THEY were prepared to take on the four year challenge. And they are. I think that's part of what people underestimate here, how strong they are, and how prepared they are to resist.
We shall see.
Posted by: BurtTC
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I think it was/is a mistake to telegraph to the bureaucracy and the embedded ticks what, exactly, you plan on doing.
To them.
Resistance II is going to be what Resistance I was, but turned up to 11. And likely more violent. And also not completely under the Democrat's control like last time.
There are a lot of people out there with no filters and no idea about the ramifications of what they're thinking of doing.
We shall see.
Posted by: BurtTC
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I think it was/is a mistake to telegraph to the bureaucracy and the embedded ticks what, exactly, you plan on doing.
To them.
Resistance II is going to be what Resistance I was, but turned up to 11. And likely more violent. And also not completely under the Democrat's control like last time.
There are a lot of people out there with no filters and no idea about the ramifications of what they're thinking of doing.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:49 AM (Q4IgG)
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There were financing options, but they ended up Odin a lot.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia)
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Truth be told, they should have considered themselves Loki to have any coffee at all!
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia)
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Truth be told, they should have considered themselves Loki to have any coffee at all!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:50 AM (991eG)
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Another key difference is that there is no central planning authority to lead the resistance this time. They're flailing because they're self-activating without reference to each other.
Obama's DC residence provided a command and control center, but Biden's too far gone to do that and there is no clear successor. That's why they're messaging is so contradictory. Are they going to stay and fight or quit en masse? We're hearing both.
Their opening moves have been completely retarded. On what authority can one sell construction materials from a congressionally mandated project??? Hello, Anti-Deficiency Act? There's a whole process that surplus property has to go through, including seeing if other government agencies can use it. Total retard move.
Obama's DC residence provided a command and control center, but Biden's too far gone to do that and there is no clear successor. That's why they're messaging is so contradictory. Are they going to stay and fight or quit en masse? We're hearing both.
Their opening moves have been completely retarded. On what authority can one sell construction materials from a congressionally mandated project??? Hello, Anti-Deficiency Act? There's a whole process that surplus property has to go through, including seeing if other government agencies can use it. Total retard move.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:50 AM (ZOv7s)
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Sharon — I’m very independent and stubborn; when I had a knee replacement about 2 years ago I was determined to do everything myself (to my wife’s dismay) and I was able to do most things… yet I’m not sure I could’ve been without my wife for the first week. Things like filling the ice machine, driving me to PT I needed the help. I don’t know if a hip is similar or more difficult but 5-7 days in a rehab facility sounds good IMHO… especially if you have any stairs at all in your condo.
Coda: my life is much better now… I’m back to running and moving around without pain. Ran 8 miles this morning; knee feels great
Coda: my life is much better now… I’m back to running and moving around without pain. Ran 8 miles this morning; knee feels great
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 14, 2024 10:51 AM (ANuwa)
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Hubby just informed that much of the delay on the Boeing delivery is because potatus changed the specs from what PDT ordered. Color me shocked.
Posted by: neverenoughcaffeine at December 14, 2024 10:51 AM (im5/u)
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>>> I don't want to let down my coffee bros at work and buy inferior coffee. So it's chock full in a can that I generally buy.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:34 AM (Y6IkP)
We had a club for a while at work...one ahole always bought chicory...so I made sure I had my own supply.
Posted by: BignJames at December 14, 2024 10:39 AM (Yj6Os)
Yeah you don't want to buy weird stuff, and no flavors. I try to stick to just medium roast good quality. Otherwise you're the coffee version of the guy who microwaves his fish.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:34 AM (Y6IkP)
We had a club for a while at work...one ahole always bought chicory...so I made sure I had my own supply.
Posted by: BignJames at December 14, 2024 10:39 AM (Yj6Os)
Yeah you don't want to buy weird stuff, and no flavors. I try to stick to just medium roast good quality. Otherwise you're the coffee version of the guy who microwaves his fish.
Posted by: banana Dream at December 14, 2024 10:51 AM (Y6IkP)
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G'morn, y'all. Just got here. I'll see if Daisy the Demanding Doggeh will let me have one cup of coffee before she takes me for a walk.
Posted by: mindful webworker - Jesus guide our ways today at December 14, 2024 10:51 AM (SIsJB)
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Sharon,
I hope you've already put in for a handicap tag for your car.
I hope you've already put in for a handicap tag for your car.
Posted by: Wenda at December 14, 2024 10:52 AM (xGR+v)
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My grandma always would make "Cowboy Coffee", 12 tablespoons of fresh ground, 8 cups water, and all the leftover egg shells from breakfast, brought to a boil in an enamel coffee pot.
My grandma always would make "Cowboy Coffee", 12 tablespoons of fresh ground, 8 cups water, and all the leftover egg shells from breakfast, brought to a boil in an enamel coffee pot.
Posted by: Auspex at December 14, 2024 10:52 AM (j4U/Z)
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Morning all.
Prayers up.
Snowing here in the High Mountain Desert. Hopefully enough soon for some sledding with the grands today.
Prayers up.
Snowing here in the High Mountain Desert. Hopefully enough soon for some sledding with the grands today.
Posted by: Reforger at December 14, 2024 10:52 AM (xcIvR)
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If I was working in DC for Trump, I would be brown bagging it. Who knows what these mental defectives will do to your food.
Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at December 14, 2024 10:52 AM (dR6yv)
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That Viking up top: coffee not only brightened his smile, it brushed out his scraggly hair! Is there anything coffee can't do?
Posted by: mindful webworker - still on my first so far at December 14, 2024 10:53 AM (SIsJB)
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297 Thanks to my cancer misadventures, I have dropped about 20 pounds and kept it off.
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There's a bright spot in everything.
So they say.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 10:44 AM (4780s)
I'm down about 25 myself. Lots of muscle mass now gone. Look like a little old man now
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There's a bright spot in everything.
So they say.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 14, 2024 10:44 AM (4780s)
I'm down about 25 myself. Lots of muscle mass now gone. Look like a little old man now
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (SSBCb)
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If I was working in DC for Trump, I would be brown bagging it. Who knows what these mental defectives will do to your food.
Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at December 14, 2024 10:52 AM (dR6yv)
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I'm looking forward to articles coming out in March about how DC restaurants are in financial trouble because none of Trump's folks will go there and be harassed and let workers spit in their food.
Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at December 14, 2024 10:52 AM (dR6yv)
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I'm looking forward to articles coming out in March about how DC restaurants are in financial trouble because none of Trump's folks will go there and be harassed and let workers spit in their food.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (ZOv7s)
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Decorating is finally done. Baking is done. Family Christmas party at 1 PM.
Today is Hubbymayhem birthday. Also Mamamayhem passed away 15 years ago today.
Some unfortunate news came in today and yesterday....
Dad's cousin, Anita, is in the hospital with sepsis and was hallucinating. Older lady who is very thin and has other health issues.
Sister in laws step mother, Rose, had a massive stroke last night. Has had several "mini" strokes in the last few months. She went to hospital and they cranked up a helicopter to take her immediately to IU Medical Center in Indianapolis. Her health has been rough for awhile. Her daughter is in denial about the prognosis. This may not end well.
Today is Hubbymayhem birthday. Also Mamamayhem passed away 15 years ago today.
Some unfortunate news came in today and yesterday....
Dad's cousin, Anita, is in the hospital with sepsis and was hallucinating. Older lady who is very thin and has other health issues.
Sister in laws step mother, Rose, had a massive stroke last night. Has had several "mini" strokes in the last few months. She went to hospital and they cranked up a helicopter to take her immediately to IU Medical Center in Indianapolis. Her health has been rough for awhile. Her daughter is in denial about the prognosis. This may not end well.
Posted by: Madame Mayhem (uppity wench) at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (4XwPj)
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316 That Viking up top: coffee not only brightened his smile, it brushed out his scraggly hair! Is there anything coffee can't do?
Posted by: mindful webworker - still on my first so far at December 14, 2024 10:53 AM (SIsJB)
Those same two photos are rendered for a Viking before and after the raping and pillaging. So, it's not only the coffee.
Posted by: mindful webworker - still on my first so far at December 14, 2024 10:53 AM (SIsJB)
Those same two photos are rendered for a Viking before and after the raping and pillaging. So, it's not only the coffee.
Posted by: Roy at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (z+ik4)
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"A way to fix this is to require everyone to write up everything in job-books as they go and then dump that into cert. reports at the end. Still a pain tho..."
The way my place deals with that is they have the newbies and Jr people shadow the Seniors and the Seniors tell them what is going on and what is important. The Jrs then send draft docs to the Senior to review before it starts becoming formalized.
This kinda works but every case is different because...
The way my place deals with that is they have the newbies and Jr people shadow the Seniors and the Seniors tell them what is going on and what is important. The Jrs then send draft docs to the Senior to review before it starts becoming formalized.
This kinda works but every case is different because...
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (QB+5g)
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I have an update: The cardiologist looked at my echocardiogram and said "Looks good. You have never had a heart attack. I can give you clearance for the surgery."
So, Monday I get cut on. In a tender spot. They don't want me driving to work so I'm remote for a week.
Looking forward to not fighting the insane Houston traffic. At least I got that going for me.
So, Monday I get cut on. In a tender spot. They don't want me driving to work so I'm remote for a week.
Looking forward to not fighting the insane Houston traffic. At least I got that going for me.
Posted by: Cybersmythe at December 14, 2024 10:55 AM (iZEhM)
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Van Jones and Chris Cillizza are geniuses, I tell ya!
Eric Abbenante@EricAbbenante
Van Jones calls out liberal media figures for habitually saying that Trump is stupid, and notes that mainstream media figures are the ones that end up 'looking like idiots':
Chris Cillizza: "How the hell did Donald Trump figure out that the mainstream media is the fringe . . .
Eric Abbenante@EricAbbenante
Van Jones calls out liberal media figures for habitually saying that Trump is stupid, and notes that mainstream media figures are the ones that end up 'looking like idiots':
Chris Cillizza: "How the hell did Donald Trump figure out that the mainstream media is the fringe . . .
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Peppermint Mocha! at December 14, 2024 10:55 AM (L/fGl)
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I want my country back. I want us free and hopeful the way it was when I was growing up. I want the US respected in the right places and feared in the wrong places. I want everyone to be able to say what they want and do what they want without an Orwellian government putting their boot on our throats.
The people that harmed this country for their own gain will have to live with themselves and if they get their fair punishment in this world great but it won't make my life any better. Winning is my goal.
Win the game and go bang the prom queen. Nobody gives a damn what the losers do.
The people that harmed this country for their own gain will have to live with themselves and if they get their fair punishment in this world great but it won't make my life any better. Winning is my goal.
Win the game and go bang the prom queen. Nobody gives a damn what the losers do.
Posted by: JackStraw at December 14, 2024 10:56 AM (LkLld)
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Otherwise you're the coffee version of the guy who microwaves his fish.
Posted by: banana Dream
You hate us, don't you?
Posted by: banana Dream
You hate us, don't you?
Posted by: Korean and Filipino Co-workers at December 14, 2024 10:57 AM (G5+As)
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Those same two photos are rendered for a Viking before and after the raping and pillaging. So, it's not only the coffee.
Posted by: Roy at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (z+ik4)
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The post-coffee one also has a tree, symbolizing his morning wood.
Posted by: Roy at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (z+ik4)
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The post-coffee one also has a tree, symbolizing his morning wood.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:57 AM (ZOv7s)
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We are the resistance, not them.
Posted by: davidt at December 14, 2024 10:57 AM (i0F8b)
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I'm looking forward to articles coming out in March about how DC restaurants are in financial trouble because none of Trump's folks will go there and be harassed and let workers spit in their food.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (ZOv7s
Yep. Good riddance.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (ZOv7s
Yep. Good riddance.
Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (dR6yv)
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Otherwise, I'm not sure how anyone would see them as anything more than a frivolous and irrelevant tribe.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (JtzMq)
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Frivolous and irrelevant??
Vikings occupied a large swath of Britain. They occupied northern France (becoming the Normans), then took all of England in 1066 and eventual overlordship of Scotland and Wales.
They settled Iceland, and for a short time, Greenland and an area of North America.
They are the "Rus" from which Russia takes its name, having established permanent outposts that grew into duchies there.
They comprised the Varangian Guards, the elite troops of tie Byzantine emperors.
As Normans they controlled Sicily and southern Italy.
They established the Latin Kingdom in the wake of the First Crusade.
That's frivolous?
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:30 AM (JtzMq)
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Frivolous and irrelevant??
Vikings occupied a large swath of Britain. They occupied northern France (becoming the Normans), then took all of England in 1066 and eventual overlordship of Scotland and Wales.
They settled Iceland, and for a short time, Greenland and an area of North America.
They are the "Rus" from which Russia takes its name, having established permanent outposts that grew into duchies there.
They comprised the Varangian Guards, the elite troops of tie Byzantine emperors.
As Normans they controlled Sicily and southern Italy.
They established the Latin Kingdom in the wake of the First Crusade.
That's frivolous?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (uMKV8)
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They will give me in home PT, walker and other services. My building is elevatored. My condo one floor.But they say you need someone staying with you for a couple of weeks and I just don't see how that is possible. I am over the initial shock. I thought it would be an injection in the hip but everyone I've talked to says Just do it. It will change your life.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (t/2Uw)
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Resistance II is going to be what Resistance I was, but turned up to 11. And likely more violent. And also not completely under the Democrat's control like last time.
There are a lot of people out there with no filters and no idea about the ramifications of what they're thinking of doing.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:49 AM (Q4IgG)
What I heard from Wray, while everyone was celebrating his "defeat," is him talking DIRECTLY to the people he's leaving behind.
He was sorry he had to go, but he wants them to keep up the mission. He expressed loyalty, not to the country, not to its people, but to the agency.
Like it's a religion or something. Cuz it is.
There are a lot of people out there with no filters and no idea about the ramifications of what they're thinking of doing.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 10:49 AM (Q4IgG)
What I heard from Wray, while everyone was celebrating his "defeat," is him talking DIRECTLY to the people he's leaving behind.
He was sorry he had to go, but he wants them to keep up the mission. He expressed loyalty, not to the country, not to its people, but to the agency.
Like it's a religion or something. Cuz it is.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:59 AM (wy5wi)
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306 There were financing options, but they ended up Odin a lot.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia)
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Truth be told, they should have considered themselves Loki to have any coffee at all!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:50 AM (991eG)
Honestly, it was quite the Hel without it.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia)
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Truth be told, they should have considered themselves Loki to have any coffee at all!
Posted by: muldoon at December 14, 2024 10:50 AM (991eG)
Honestly, it was quite the Hel without it.
Posted by: jim (in hospital in Kalifornia) at December 14, 2024 10:59 AM (SSBCb)
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Quick like a bunny.
Leading Report@LeadingReport
BREAKING: California has officially certified its 2024 election results.
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Now, that is efficient government!
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BREAKING: California has officially certified its 2024 election results.
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Now, that is efficient government!
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Peppermint Mocha! at December 14, 2024 10:59 AM (L/fGl)
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But I don’t want to be that asshole.
Especially since I already am, according to him.
Posted by: SpeakingOf
Maybe ask him to do a favor for you?
Everyone wants to feel needed.
Favors that involve him getting out of the house - to church, the hardware store, etc.
Especially since I already am, according to him.
Posted by: SpeakingOf
Maybe ask him to do a favor for you?
Everyone wants to feel needed.
Favors that involve him getting out of the house - to church, the hardware store, etc.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at December 14, 2024 10:59 AM (OTdqV)
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Van Jones calls out liberal media figures for habitually saying that Trump is stupid, and notes that mainstream media figures are the ones that end up 'looking like idiots'
They made the same mistake with Reagan.
The Left kept calling Reagan stupid - the problem was that they actually believed this, rather than acknowledging that they were up against one of the wiliest politicians of the Twentieth Century.
They made the same mistake with Reagan.
The Left kept calling Reagan stupid - the problem was that they actually believed this, rather than acknowledging that they were up against one of the wiliest politicians of the Twentieth Century.
Posted by: A Fool And His Money! at December 14, 2024 11:00 AM (uxCna)
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Jumping between comments and CJN Speaks
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 11:00 AM (fwDg9)
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That's frivolous?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (uMKV
It's 2024.
Those things are not why people like Vikings. They like 'em because they makes their loins moist.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (uMKV
It's 2024.
Those things are not why people like Vikings. They like 'em because they makes their loins moist.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 11:01 AM (wy5wi)
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They will give me in home PT, walker and other services. My building is elevatored. My condo one floor.But they say you need someone staying with you for a couple of weeks and I just don't see how that is possible. I am over the initial shock. I thought it would be an injection in the hip but everyone I've talked to says Just do it. It will change your life.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (t/2Uw)
From my experience I’d say you do want someone staying with you for the first 1-2 weeks. Good luck! It definitely improves life
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 10:58 AM (t/2Uw)
From my experience I’d say you do want someone staying with you for the first 1-2 weeks. Good luck! It definitely improves life
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 14, 2024 11:02 AM (ANuwa)
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335 Van Jones calls out liberal media figures for habitually saying that Trump is stupid, and notes that mainstream media figures are the ones that end up 'looking like idiots'
Van Jones is a communist, but he's one of the smarter figures on the Left these days.
Van Jones is a communist, but he's one of the smarter figures on the Left these days.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 14, 2024 11:02 AM (wyMQY)
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What I heard from Wray, while everyone was celebrating his "defeat," is him talking DIRECTLY to the people he's leaving behind.
He was sorry he had to go, but he wants them to keep up the mission. He expressed loyalty, not to the country, not to its people, but to the agency.
Like it's a religion or something. Cuz it is.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:59 AM (wy5wi)
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Yeah, and the people he leaves behind are totally exposed.
"I know many of you will have your careers ruined, but that's a price I'm willing to pay. Courage!"
Half of DC is begging Biden for a pardon, then Garland says "accepting pardons is an admission of guilt."
Great job, fuckwit. Keep talking.
It's a like a canoe where people are all facing different directions smacking their paddles in the water angrily.
He was sorry he had to go, but he wants them to keep up the mission. He expressed loyalty, not to the country, not to its people, but to the agency.
Like it's a religion or something. Cuz it is.
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:59 AM (wy5wi)
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Yeah, and the people he leaves behind are totally exposed.
"I know many of you will have your careers ruined, but that's a price I'm willing to pay. Courage!"
Half of DC is begging Biden for a pardon, then Garland says "accepting pardons is an admission of guilt."
Great job, fuckwit. Keep talking.
It's a like a canoe where people are all facing different directions smacking their paddles in the water angrily.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 11:02 AM (ZOv7s)
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"Maybe ask him to do a favor for you?
Everyone wants to feel needed."
You mean like a nagging wife?
don't think that will work.
The trick is to find something that he wants to do and make that happen.
Everyone wants to feel needed."
You mean like a nagging wife?
don't think that will work.
The trick is to find something that he wants to do and make that happen.
Posted by: pawn, RIP Vic at December 14, 2024 11:02 AM (QB+5g)
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So are these drones only appearing at night?
And only over NATO military bases.
From which we may logically conclude......that they are from a mothership under the ocean or from goat herders in Iran.
They are definitely not being controlled by the military bases directly underneath them.
And only over NATO military bases.
From which we may logically conclude......that they are from a mothership under the ocean or from goat herders in Iran.
They are definitely not being controlled by the military bases directly underneath them.
Posted by: Vlad at December 14, 2024 11:03 AM (oQe/T)
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But they say you need someone staying with you for a couple of weeks and I just don't see how that is possible.
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Idea:
Relative or trusted daughter of friend in HS or college willing to do this as a summer job.
Schedule surgery for the kid's summer break
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Idea:
Relative or trusted daughter of friend in HS or college willing to do this as a summer job.
Schedule surgery for the kid's summer break
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at December 14, 2024 11:03 AM (OTdqV)
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want my country back. I want us free and hopeful the way it was when I was growing up. I want the US respected in the right places and feared in the wrong places. I want everyone to be able to say what they want and do what they want without an Orwellian government putting their boot on our throats.
The people that harmed this country for their own gain will have to live with themselves and if they get their fair punishment in this world great but it won't make my life any better. Winning is my goal.
Win the game and go bang the prom queen. Nobody gives a damn what the losers do.
Posted by: JackStraw
Dittos as Rush would say.
The people that harmed this country for their own gain will have to live with themselves and if they get their fair punishment in this world great but it won't make my life any better. Winning is my goal.
Win the game and go bang the prom queen. Nobody gives a damn what the losers do.
Posted by: JackStraw
Dittos as Rush would say.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at December 14, 2024 11:03 AM (t/2Uw)
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Quit yer dilly dallyin’ and git upstairs to the New Thread!!
Posted by: kallisto at December 14, 2024 11:04 AM (EbHAX)
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I didn't communicate much with Jewells, but when she was creating her jewelry I purchased several pieces. One hangs in my car and I think of her every time I look at it.
My heart hurts for her.
Prayers always for her, and for all on the list🙏!
My heart hurts for her.
Prayers always for her, and for all on the list🙏!
Posted by: COMountainMarie at December 14, 2024 11:05 AM (FjReC)
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Eyal Yakoby@EYakoby
A grand total of three members of Congress showed up to Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush's farewell speech.
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Well, bye.
A grand total of three members of Congress showed up to Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush's farewell speech.
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Well, bye.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Peppermint Mocha! at December 14, 2024 11:05 AM (L/fGl)
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51 Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 08:50 AM (OX9vb)
Not androgynous now but waiting for the side effects to kick in: hot flashes, mood swings, and fatigue. I’m calling ing it man-opause.
When I described the ADT therapy to my daughter she asked if it was the same thing they give to those mentally ill boys that want to be girls. I think it is. My doctors tell me that it won’t affect me that way because of the single dose and short duration.
I went with radiation therapy because I definitely don’t want the prostatectomy.
Not androgynous now but waiting for the side effects to kick in: hot flashes, mood swings, and fatigue. I’m calling ing it man-opause.
When I described the ADT therapy to my daughter she asked if it was the same thing they give to those mentally ill boys that want to be girls. I think it is. My doctors tell me that it won’t affect me that way because of the single dose and short duration.
I went with radiation therapy because I definitely don’t want the prostatectomy.
Posted by: Mental Block at December 14, 2024 11:06 AM (r7Kl+)
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Prayers for all.
Posted by: Mick at December 14, 2024 11:07 AM (gYvAB)
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Rollen Stewart is still in the slammer serving a life sentence.
Posted by: End of the Rainbow
Had to look him up. Convicted on kidnapping - he was more psycho than criminal. According to Wickedpedia, he had a rough, wild, and wacko life.
"He rejected a plea deal of 12 years… sentenced to three consecutive life sentences. … admitted that if he had had a chance to do it all over again, he would have taken the plea deal0133."
Posted by: End of the Rainbow
Had to look him up. Convicted on kidnapping - he was more psycho than criminal. According to Wickedpedia, he had a rough, wild, and wacko life.
"He rejected a plea deal of 12 years… sentenced to three consecutive life sentences. … admitted that if he had had a chance to do it all over again, he would have taken the plea deal0133."
Posted by: mindful webworker - Gee, y'think? at December 14, 2024 11:10 AM (SIsJB)
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Communism is loyalty to the party, not the country
Posted by: Skip at December 14, 2024 11:10 AM (fwDg9)
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> Half of DC is begging Biden for a pardon, then Garland says "accepting pardons is an admission of guilt."
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I think it will be interesting to see who does and who doesn't get one these purported pardons that the junta is considering. It's not *biden making the decisions. It's staffers and appointees who know that they themselves are at risk if not pardoned.
And I still would like to see one each for Obama and Pelosi with the details of their crimes laid out. Those two are primarily responsible for *biden's current situation and who pushed Kamala front and center.
In both cases I doubt Trump and/or his team have the balls to go after either one of them. I wish they did.
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I think it will be interesting to see who does and who doesn't get one these purported pardons that the junta is considering. It's not *biden making the decisions. It's staffers and appointees who know that they themselves are at risk if not pardoned.
And I still would like to see one each for Obama and Pelosi with the details of their crimes laid out. Those two are primarily responsible for *biden's current situation and who pushed Kamala front and center.
In both cases I doubt Trump and/or his team have the balls to go after either one of them. I wish they did.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 14, 2024 11:12 AM (Q4IgG)
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Well, I have a Praise and Thanksgiving report.
The organist at Mr. S's church brought her daughter, the metal detector hobbyist, over and she found my lost wedding ring!
It was in the compost heap, which I thought was the likeliest place.
It is now safely in the dresser, until we can get to the jewelers.
I was playing it down, but I was so sad to have possibly lost it for good.
Thank the Lord for good, helpful folks!
The organist at Mr. S's church brought her daughter, the metal detector hobbyist, over and she found my lost wedding ring!
It was in the compost heap, which I thought was the likeliest place.
It is now safely in the dresser, until we can get to the jewelers.
I was playing it down, but I was so sad to have possibly lost it for good.
Thank the Lord for good, helpful folks!
Posted by: sal at December 14, 2024 11:13 AM (f+FmA)
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They will give me in home PT, walker and other services. My building is elevatored. My condo one floor.But they say you need someone staying with you for a couple of weeks and I just don't see how that is possible. I am over the initial shock. I thought it would be an injection in the hip but everyone I've talked to says Just do it. It will change your life.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice)
When I had my replacement I stayed with my mom for a couple of weeks. She turned her first floor den into a bedroom with hospital bed for me since our place was two floors. I had some PT while there. As soon as I went home my husband took me to PT every other day. I was determined to get back to normal ASAP. I was off work for a total of 6 weeks. Is home health care a possibility for you? BTW, the surgery does change your life. It is well worth the inconvenience at first.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice)
When I had my replacement I stayed with my mom for a couple of weeks. She turned her first floor den into a bedroom with hospital bed for me since our place was two floors. I had some PT while there. As soon as I went home my husband took me to PT every other day. I was determined to get back to normal ASAP. I was off work for a total of 6 weeks. Is home health care a possibility for you? BTW, the surgery does change your life. It is well worth the inconvenience at first.
Posted by: Tuna at December 14, 2024 11:15 AM (oaGWv)
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Thanks for all of the kind words and advice from you all. I can’t respond to everyone but I read them and I’ll have to do some more thinking on it.
My hope is that once he gets past losing his wife he’ll perk up more and want to get up and do something.
He’s always been the guy who’ll go to the TV and chair after work is done or on the weekends, so that’s nothing new. But these past few years he’s just gotten worse with it.
I get what he’s going through but it’s just sad and disheartening to see it happen. Especially when he knows what the blood clots can do to him if one gets to his brain. The last thing he, or anybody who loves him, wants is a debilitating stroke. That’s what I fear the most.
Thanks for all of the prayers, Hordians.
My hope is that once he gets past losing his wife he’ll perk up more and want to get up and do something.
He’s always been the guy who’ll go to the TV and chair after work is done or on the weekends, so that’s nothing new. But these past few years he’s just gotten worse with it.
I get what he’s going through but it’s just sad and disheartening to see it happen. Especially when he knows what the blood clots can do to him if one gets to his brain. The last thing he, or anybody who loves him, wants is a debilitating stroke. That’s what I fear the most.
Thanks for all of the prayers, Hordians.
Posted by: SpeakingOf at December 14, 2024 11:17 AM (6ydKt)
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The post-coffee one also has a tree, symbolizing his morning wood.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
This is exactly the first thing that popped into my mind!🤣
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
This is exactly the first thing that popped into my mind!🤣
Posted by: Justin Pinochet Castreau at December 14, 2024 11:27 AM (l5yVc)
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Not androgynous now but waiting for the side effects to kick in: hot flashes, mood swings, and fatigue. I’m calling ing it man-opause.
I went with radiation therapy because I definitely don’t want the prostatectomy.
Posted by: Mental Block at December 14, 2024 11:06 AM (r7Kl+)
Well, you have my sympathy with that!
Prostatectomy is a such a crapshoot. Yeah, the cancer is gone, but you may damage or lose other functions as well. This contributes greatly to Mr. D's chronic depression.
I went with radiation therapy because I definitely don’t want the prostatectomy.
Posted by: Mental Block at December 14, 2024 11:06 AM (r7Kl+)
Well, you have my sympathy with that!
Prostatectomy is a such a crapshoot. Yeah, the cancer is gone, but you may damage or lose other functions as well. This contributes greatly to Mr. D's chronic depression.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at December 14, 2024 11:29 AM (OX9vb)
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I just learned that the McRib is back. I know that I will be disappointed and almost immediately regret eating one, but that will not stop me.
I had a friend who LOVED the McRib. He would eat them non-stop when they were available. The fact that he died young is (probably) completely unrelated.
I had a friend who LOVED the McRib. He would eat them non-stop when they were available. The fact that he died young is (probably) completely unrelated.
Posted by: PabloD at December 14, 2024 11:30 AM (NXK/x)
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It's a like a canoe where people are all facing different directions smacking their paddles in the water angrily.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 11:02 AM
Do y'all have any idea how annoying that is?
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 11:02 AM
Do y'all have any idea how annoying that is?
Posted by: Beavers at December 14, 2024 11:34 AM (a3Q+t)
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In the runup to inauguration it will be a wise thing to stay shut about what is planned for the opposition.
Get inside their loop and STAY there. There will be those who want a detailed plan of action. Fine, but keep the details private.
Get inside their loop and STAY there. There will be those who want a detailed plan of action. Fine, but keep the details private.
Posted by: IRONGRAMPA at December 14, 2024 11:50 AM (hKoQL)
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I'm looking forward to articles coming out in March about how DC restaurants are in financial trouble because none of Trump's folks will go there and be harassed and let workers spit in their food.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (ZOv7s)
Late to the party, I know, but there will be huge business opportunity for the smart folks who will open explicitly MAGA-friendly restaurants and pubs.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at December 14, 2024 10:54 AM (ZOv7s)
Late to the party, I know, but there will be huge business opportunity for the smart folks who will open explicitly MAGA-friendly restaurants and pubs.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at December 14, 2024 12:34 PM (8zz6B)
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Fine, I'll stop urinating in everyone's Corn Flakes. Meanwhile, there are drones over New Jersey.
NEW JERSEY!!!!!!!!
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (HcAMH)
8 states.
NEW JERSEY!!!!!!!!
Posted by: BurtTC at December 14, 2024 10:25 AM (HcAMH)
8 states.
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The Story the Rightwing Media Refuses to Report!
Our Lunch with David "Glengarry Glen Ross" Mamet
The House of Love: Paul Krugman
A Michael Moore Mystery (TM)
The Dowd-O-Matic!
Liberal Consistency and Other Myths
Kepler's Laws of Liberal Media Bias
John Kerry-- The Splunge! Candidate
"Divisive" Politics & "Attacks on Patriotism" (very long)
The Donkey ("The Raven" parody)
News/Chat