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rfenst Offline
#401 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 1:09 PM EST
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Good afternoon.
77/53 today after cold front and heavy rain passed. Thinking it's going to be cooler for the net five days or so- shouldn't hit 80F till Friday.

MACS, you are 2+ hours north of me and closer to the coast. What's your weather and foreast? - because I get whatever you get the very next day...
rfenst Offline
#402 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 3:02 PM EST
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Working on my taxes to get them to the accountant. What a cluster F with all the medical expenses, surgeries and hospitalizations. FUBAR!!!
RiverRatRuss Offline
#403 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 3:04 PM EST
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BuckyB93 wrote:
Dammit, I missed a double nine.

Good catch Ram


We call Nines... Turd Pushers in Penny Point Rum... $0.10 a point and $10 Corners 4 hands if you don't get a corner your going broke quick!!! Herfing
RiverRatRuss Offline
#404 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 3:06 PM EST
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rfenst wrote:
Working on my taxes to get them to the accountant. What a cluster F with all the medical expenses, surgeries and hospitalizations. FUBAR!!!


just toss them in a briefcase and come up and visit... my wife can do your taxes (37 years of experience) and we can visit!!! LOL Herfing
MACS Offline
#405 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 5:30 PM EST
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Was rainy all morning, so Tank got a short walk. This afternoon the sun popped out so we walked around the 'hood and apparently the boy can adjust his poop schedule to fit around his leisurely walks.

Edit: Robert, it was rainy last night and this morning. 68 high today, I think. Next few days are cool and partly cloudy. mid 60's to mid 70's and rain again on Saturday.
danmdevries Offline
#406 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 6:35 PM EST
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Rain/snow all day. Did some more work on the Lego Rivendell set with the boy after he got home from school but otherwise did a whole lotta nothing today. Went to the grocery store and bought a bunch of meat. Vac packed manageable portions of the meats and refilled the freezer. Bought a 4lb bottom round and sliced that for jerky - marinading overnight.

Exhaust tubing didn't show up but one of two boxes is still showing "out for delivery" since Sunday morning. The one that went to Chicago and then down to Indy and back to Chicago now says "Your package is still on the way, but a delivery date is unavailable right now." If it shows up in the next 7 days can't do anything with it need to keep the car usable for work. I suspect the box is crushed or torn open. If it is, that makes 3 fedex packages in a row that got ruined in transit. And I let them bassids get me excited that it would come early.
MACS Offline
#407 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 7:04 PM EST
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You got a dehydrator, Danm? I've always wanted to make my own beef jerky. Just not sure how to do it and I don't have a dehydrator.
Ram27 Offline
#408 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 8:27 PM EST
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Typical FedEx BS,been happening a lot lately. It will most likely show up on the first delivery date given. d'oh! I have a box delivery scheduled for tomorrow to return laptop to HP.
We shall see basturds.
8trackdisco Offline
#409 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 9:09 PM EST
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RiverRatRuss wrote:
If they stay as long as three days, that's called Squatting and Family are the hardest ones to remove!!! Herfing


Don’t have that problem. Family likes me and they pick up on the subtle cues I put out.

Alright! Was fun. Now you have to go somewhere else. If you stay, do the dishes and clean up. You’ve got an hour. Be sure you are gone before we return. Love You! (Door closes)
8trackdisco Offline
#410 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 9:12 PM EST
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BuckyB93 wrote:
Quiet and gray day so far. Forecast calls for a nor'easter tonight and all day tomorrow. Rain coming followed by heavy winds and a bunch of wet heavy snow through out the night and all day tomorrow. They are saying around 10-14" in my area. Possible power outages and downed power lines.

I have the day off so thawing out some NY strips. Cow flesh and roasted taters is on the menu for tonight.


We got 10 inches over two days. With that Atlantic low pressure system, you’ll be getting more and wetter snow. Green Bay is now 14 inches above the average snowfall. 39 inches in the last 41 days. A winter war of attrition.
8trackdisco Offline
#411 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 9:16 PM EST
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Gene363 wrote:
Is it John Wayne's version? There are many variations, but it is pretty tasty.

Google: john wayne casserole

https://imhungryforthat.com/john-wayne-casserole-recipe/


No fuss there, that is for sure.
Hers is tatortots, beef, green beans, cream of mushroom soup. Delish.
BuckyB93 Offline
#412 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 9:43 PM EST
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Never heard of tater tot casserole before today (should probably put this in the knowledge recently acquired thread).

Looked up a few recipes and thinking that it might be something I should try next weekend. I'm always looking to try something new and easy.

There are a few versions out there but I think the one 8track described would be the one I'd try. I'd add some diced onion and garlic while browning the beef though prior to adding the cream of mushroom soup and simmer for a bit. Add a layer of French cut green beans on top of the beef and before the tater tots then a layer of shredded cheese on top.

Could probably do a taco version too using taco seasoning with the beef, some Rotel mixed in with the beef, and some black beans instead of green beans.

Either way ts looks like a different twist/form of lasagna thingy.

BuckyB93 Offline
#413 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 9:49 PM EST
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On a similar note...

If making Shepard's Pie... corn or peas and carrots for the veggie layer? Some folks are straight out corn and anything else is sacrilege.

I'd do all three using a bag of frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn) but there are people (and dogs) that despise peas.
BuckyB93 Offline
#414 Posted: Mon, Mar 13 2023, 11:09 PM EST
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQetemT1sWc

Here comes the [snow], doo-doo-doo-doo
Here comes the [snow], and I say
It's alright

Little darlin', it's been a [warmer than average] winter
Little darlin', it feels like [last week] since it's been here
Here comes the [snow], doo-doo-doo-doo
Here comes the [snow], and I say
It's alright

Little darlin', the smile's returning to their faces
Little darlin', it seems like [last week] since it's been here
Here comes the [snow]
Here comes the [snow], and I say
It's alright

[snow], [snow], [snow], here it comes
[snow], [snow], [snow], here it comes
[snow], [snow], [snow], here it comes
[snow], [snow], [snow], here it comes
[snow], [snow], [snow], here it comes

Little darlin', I feel that ice is slowly melting
Little darlin', it seems like years since it's been clear
Here comes the [snow], doo-doo-doo-doo
Here comes the [snow], and I say
It's alright

Here comes the [snow], doo-doo-doo-doo
Here comes the [snow]
It's alright
It's alright
danmdevries Offline
#415 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 12:41 AM EST
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MACS wrote:
You got a dehydrator, Danm? I've always wanted to make my own beef jerky. Just not sure how to do it and I don't have a dehydrator.


It's worth getting one if you like jerky. I have some cheapo unit from Amazon and it does fine. I've made salmon, pork, beef, and bison jerky.

The process is simple, but there's a learning curve. Once you find the feel, it's really easy. Lean meat trimmed and sliced with the grain about 3/16" thick, marinate overnight, dehydrate until it feels right.
RiverRatRuss Offline
#416 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 6:02 AM EST
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Mornin Ya'll... 29 headed to a high of 41... Fugg Illinois!!! Brick wall Brick wall
RiverRatRuss Offline
#417 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 6:19 AM EST
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BuckyB93 wrote:
On a similar note...

If making Shepard's Pie... corn or peas and carrots for the veggie layer? Some folks are straight out corn and anything else is sacrilege.

I'd do all three using a bag of frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn) but there are people (and dogs) that despise peas.


We use the same frozen mixed veggies for one layer, and California Medly for another layer... we microwave the frozen to semi soft to get the extra water/ice off...
8trackdisco Offline
#418 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:08 AM EST
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8 degrees. Off to the shpo.
DrafterX Offline
#419 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:26 AM EST
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Cool Dudes..
deadeyedick Offline
#420 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:35 AM EST
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80 degrees and just off. Northern Az mountains have the most snow pack recorded in over 30 years. Controlled flooding releases are starting but nothing like Cali problems.
Gene363 Offline
#421 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 8:20 AM EST
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Good Tuesday Morning to All! It's just 34° on the way to 56° today. headed to the range for a little practice.
Ram27 Offline
#422 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 8:32 AM EST
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Tuesday greetings all.


ram27bat
RiverRatRuss Offline
#423 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 9:29 AM EST
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I Finally moved our desktop into the wife's office area and set it up last night. today I am transferring files off my phone to a folder on the DT.. but oh wait, it's been unplugged so long that there are tons of updates... SO in about 3 hrs my phone should be free'd up?? DOH!!! d'oh!
Huzza3045 Offline
#424 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 11:57 AM EST
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A brisk afternoon in Kentucky today. Currently just typing away on a grant that needs to be completed by next week.

What are you all up to?
BuckyB93 Offline
#425 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 12:24 PM EST
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Watching the snow fall. Heavy wet stuff. Just from looking out the window, I'd say we have about 18 or more inches by now. Periodic heavy wind gusts to go along with it. Wouldn't be surprised if some places in the area lose power from fallen tree limbs and downed power lines.

Of course there is no school for the kids and even the city busses are shut down (they usually run even in pretty crappy weather).

Mostly rain near the coast but will be changing over to snow later as the temps drop.

Maybe frank could drive out here and use his calibrated "measuring stick" for an official snow total.
BuckyB93 Offline
#426 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 12:25 PM EST
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Fore twentee NINE!
Ram27 Offline
#427 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 12:31 PM EST
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Debating whether to go outside and smoke a CAO BRAZILA GO as it's 35°out.Think
Gene363 Offline
#428 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 12:40 PM EST
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Roasting a big batch of Tres Rios coffee beans to last until I can get back to roasting. Getting a foot bone trimmed tomorrow.

After that, I'll know if succesfully glass bedded a Howa action into a stock or glued it in for etertinity, finger crossd the shoepolish wax wored s a release agent.Anxious
Huzza3045 Offline
#429 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 1:05 PM EST
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Ram27 wrote:
Debating whether to go outside and smoke a CAO BRAZILA GO as it's 35°out.Think


I have my first CAO Brazilia resting in the humidor waiting for me to smoke. How long should I wait for it to mellow out?
Ram27 Offline
#430 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 1:20 PM EST
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I've been smoking them when received and I enjoy them. Been my go to morning smoke for week's now. Give them a try and judge for yourself.
Stogie1020 Offline
#431 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 1:21 PM EST
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Ram27 wrote:
Debating whether to go outside and smoke a CAO BRAZILA GO as it's 35°out.Think

Dang, I thought I was brave smoking outside when it was in the high 40s to low 50s...
DrafterX Offline
#432 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 1:34 PM EST
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There must be some babes at da pool if Ram is going out... Mellow
Palama Offline
#433 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 1:54 PM EST
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Ram27 wrote:
Debating whether to go outside and smoke a CAO BRAZILA GO as it's 35°out.Think


I’mma total outlier. I’ve smoked a couple of CBGs and for the life of me, didn’t think much of them. Not talking

Say whaaaaat?!?! Gonz

Yup, for my palate, the GO! is okay but I won’t be looking to buy any, regardless of the deal.

Just shows that different strokes for different folks is still alive and well.
Ram27 Offline
#434 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 2:02 PM EST
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Think
BuckyB93 Offline
#435 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 2:47 PM EST
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The CAO Brazila and the CAO Italia came out at about the same time (if I remember correctly). I liked both when they first came out. The Brazila Gol! and the Piranha were my favs. I don't think they make the Piranha size anymore.

I also really liked the older blends they were producing like the CAO Corillo, and the L'Anniversaire lines (maduro specifically).

I used to be a CAO lover but then they seemed to transition to more marketing flash and stuff. CAO Flavors, CAO Sopranos, CAO Vision, etc... and the product, in my opinion suffered. Eventually, at the peak of popularity, they sold out General Cigar. Pump up the business and get bought out. Good for them to take the money and run. Can't blame them.

Haven't bought any CAO for many years so I can't say one way or another on how it compares now to previous production.

Coincidentally, I was adding some water to the beads in one of my totes just yesterday and ran into a couple original blend Brazilia Samba (torpedo). I'm not a big fan of larger ring gauge anymore so they will probably sit in the tote for a few more years.
Ram27 Offline
#436 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 3:05 PM EST
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Think Four thirty NEIN
rfenst Offline
#437 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 4:11 PM EST
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MACS wrote:
Was rainy all morning, so Tank got a short walk. This afternoon the sun popped out so we walked around the 'hood and apparently the boy can adjust his poop schedule to fit around his leisurely walks.

Edit: Robert, it was rainy last night and this morning. 68 high today, I think. Next few days are cool and partly cloudy. mid 60's to mid 70's and rain again on Saturday.

Same forecast her but 1-3 degrees warmer. Love this weather!
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#438 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 5:00 PM EST
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Exhaust stuff came. Lil beat up but it'll be fine.

My dumbass couldn't wait. Now 5 hours in still fighting a cat bolt. Took a break to make n eat burgers and now don't feel like keeping at it.
Ram27 Offline
#439 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 5:19 PM EST
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Remember danm:"If at first you don't succeed,Quit no since being a dam fool about it."

Happy National Pie 🥧 Day.
Gene363 Offline
#440 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 5:26 PM EST
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Happy 🥧 Day Ram!
Ram27 Offline
#441 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 6:19 PM EST
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You as well Gene,no pie 🥧 for me,blood work tommow fasting required .d'oh!
DrafterX Offline
#442 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 6:25 PM EST
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Did ya catch somethin from the babes at da pool..?? Huh
Ram27 Offline
#443 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 6:37 PM EST
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Oy vey X. Shame on you
MACS Offline
#444 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 6:44 PM EST
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Driveway and patio pavers cleaned. Drying for the next couple days and then they get sanded and sealed.

Walked the dog, helped the paver dude, ate a chicken enchilada and drank a few beers. Smoked a cigar, socialized with my neighbors and now I'm a sleepy mudda fugga.

Need a shower and a shave, though... can't get into da bed all nasty, ya know?
8trackdisco Offline
#445 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:14 PM EST
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Ram27 wrote:
Remember danm:"If at first you don't succeed,Quit no since being a dam fool about it."

Happy National Pie 🥧 Day.


BigGrin
8trackdisco Offline
#446 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:21 PM EST
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Pretty fantastic day.
The sun was out.
Was 32 degrees.
The snow was melting.
Grabbed a shovel and started shoveling and chipping away.

Helping Mother Nature usher out winter while witching the snow turn to water does something for my soul.

Saw and listened to a Red Winged Blackbird sing for a minute.

Another sign of Spring is the first time you see a woman in shorts since October. That was today!

The hour to hour and a half of sun earned my a modest sunburn.

26,000 steps (12.4 miles) and 204 Zone minutes.

Whoop whoop!

Foe
Foe
NEIN!
8trackdisco Offline
#447 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:32 PM EST
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Ram27 wrote:
I've been smoking them when received and I enjoy them. Been my go to morning smoke for week's now. Give them a try and judge for yourself.


Morning smoke? Medium/full in the morning?

Reminds me of Wisconsin Herf Crew member, Tank. For a period of time and maybe still is, his morning cigar was the RP Edge Maduro.

Wowsers.
8trackdisco Offline
#448 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:36 PM EST
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Stogie1020 wrote:
Dang, I thought I was brave smoking outside when it was in the high 40s to low 50s...


For me, 55 degrees in September is too cold.
But on the first sunny, windless day in March, 35 is doable.
8trackdisco Offline
#449 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 7:40 PM EST
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MACS wrote:
Driveway and patio pavers cleaned. Drying for the next couple days and then they get sanded and sealed.

Walked the dog, helped the paver dude, ate a chicken enchilada and drank a few beers. Smoked a cigar, socialized with my neighbors and now I'm a sleepy mudda fugga.

Need a shower and a shave, though... can't get into da bed all nasty, ya know?


That is a full day for an active senior. Angel
danmdevries Offline
#450 Posted: Tue, Mar 14 2023, 8:22 PM EST
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8 hours later and it's apart, new stuff is tack welded to check fitment then gotta do a full weld. They sent me a muffler for a sedan, so I gotta chop and weld that too.

Should be done by midnight.
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