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Post by Plainsman on May 12, 2022 7:16:55 GMT -5
Today I get my Four Score and Three merit badge, or maybe it’s just a DE-merit badge.  What a ride it has been and maybe, with some luck, there’s more to come. Some stress, some heartache, but mostly a great time so far. A few bumpy roads but — OH!— the sights! I highly recommend it. One warning: growing old (whatever that might be) is not for sissies. But if it don’t kill ya right away you can have a great time and thumb your nose as you pass your use-by date. Yahoo! |
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Post by Goldbrick on May 12, 2022 8:26:38 GMT -5
Happy Birthday!!!
may the road in front of you be as long and full of wonder as the road behind you!
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Post by Goldbrick on May 12, 2022 8:37:01 GMT -5
So, we're packing up, and getting ready for a week at Nags Head North Carolina, and my wife says, " for God's sake, get on Amazon and order some cargo shorts, and a few shirts...everything you own makes you look so old"... my reply," Well then, should I take my dentures, or leave em here?"
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Post by trailboss on May 12, 2022 9:24:03 GMT -5
So, we're packing up, and getting ready for a week at Nags Head North Carolina, and my wife says, " for God's sake, get on Amazon and order some cargo shorts, and a few shirts...everything you own makes you look so old"... my reply," Well then, should I take my dentures, or leave em here?" You should ask her, are you getting in form since we are going to nag’s head with your nagging? On second thought, maybe not. |
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Post by Silver on May 12, 2022 9:41:40 GMT -5
Happy Birthday, Bob!
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Post by Ronv69 on May 12, 2022 9:42:08 GMT -5
So, we're packing up, and getting ready for a week at Nags Head North Carolina, and my wife says, " for God's sake, get on Amazon and order some cargo shorts, and a few shirts...everything you own makes you look so old"... my reply," Well then, should I take my dentures, or leave em here?" Have a great time. I don't do shorts. I AM old. When I was in my 20s I lived in cut-off 501 jeans and sleeveless t-shirts. No one wants to see that now. |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 12, 2022 9:43:20 GMT -5
Today I get my Four Score and Three merit badge, or maybe it’s just a DE-merit badge. What a ride it has been and maybe, with some luck, there’s more to come. Some stress, some heartache, but mostly a great time so far. A few bumpy roads but — OH!— the sights! I highly recommend it. One warning: growing old (whatever that might be) is not for sissies. But if it don’t kill ya right away you can have a great time and thumb your nose as you pass your use-by date. Yahoo! Happy birthday! May you continue to enjoy life for a long time. 🎂 |
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Post by trailboss on May 12, 2022 10:25:46 GMT -5
Happy birthday, Bob!
My wife turns 60 on Sunday, we came up to the Mogollon Rim. Pinetop/ Show Low and got a cabin for a few days.
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Post by Silver on May 12, 2022 11:15:33 GMT -5
Happy birthday, Bob! My wife turns 60 on Sunday, we came up to the Mogollon Rim. Pinetop/ Show Low and got a cabin for a few days. Happy Birthday to Mrs. Trailboss! |
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Post by sperrytops on May 12, 2022 11:19:33 GMT -5
Happy birthday to all, and to all a good smoke.
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Post by toshtego on May 12, 2022 11:20:49 GMT -5
Happy Birthday, Bob. Many returns to this day!
I am glad to have made your acquaintance.
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Post by trailboss on May 12, 2022 12:10:54 GMT -5
My wife bought a purse for $1 at Goodwill, the same purse regularly sells for about $75 on EBay.
She found two gift cards inside it, went online and the In-n-out card has $75 value.
Potbelly Deli $75 value.
Not a bad return on a Washington!
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Post by toshtego on May 12, 2022 13:17:16 GMT -5
My wife bought a purse for $1 at Goodwill, the same purse regularly sells for about $75 on EBay. She found two gift cards inside it, went online and the In-n-out card has $75 value. Potbelly Deli $75 value. Not a bad return on a Washington! Virtue is its own reward. Every cloud has a silver purse. |
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Post by trailboss on May 12, 2022 13:46:29 GMT -5
I saw a news story some years back about what a boon gift cards are for retailers. Just the unspent change on cards is quite a bit of money, let alone, lost/ misplaced cards.
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Post by just ol ed on May 12, 2022 14:40:50 GMT -5
adding my happy b.day Bob. Us true geezers gotta be supportive of each other!
Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY
81 last Dec, last I noticed, still upside of the grass
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Post by oldcajun123 on May 12, 2022 14:47:13 GMT -5
 Happy Birthday to all, good wishes and May youall have many more🎂💥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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Post by Ronv69 on May 12, 2022 15:04:36 GMT -5
Happy birthday, Bob! My wife turns 60 on Sunday, we came up to the Mogollon Rim. Pinetop/ Show Low and got a cabin for a few days. Happy birthday to the Missus! We really can't wait to get back to Arizona. So much we didn't see because we wasted time on the big hole. I want to get to the Arizona Strip and see Zane Grey country. Also spend more time at Mongollon Rim. |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 12, 2022 15:07:24 GMT -5
I saw a news story some years back about what a boon gift cards are for retailers. Just the unspent change on cards is quite a bit of money, let alone, lost/ misplaced cards. We just had someone steal my wife's Amazon password twice and buy Xbox gift cards. They are intercepting her 2-part login. I think that gift cards are a great way to scam people. |
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Post by urbino on May 13, 2022 0:43:59 GMT -5
Belated happy birthday, Bob! Hope you keep kickin' for a good while, yet.
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Post by Legend Lover on May 13, 2022 3:26:30 GMT -5
I was at a training course all week. For some reason, when using my mobile network, the Patch isn't accessible. Good to be back.
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Post by Gypo on May 13, 2022 6:03:50 GMT -5
Happy birthday Bob hope you enjoyed it.
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Post by Plainsman on May 13, 2022 11:08:52 GMT -5
I mowed my front area y’day. The dandelions are always the first up, before the grass takes hold. Almost immediately several squadrons of dive-bombers attacked the shredded and scattered dandelions— goldfinches! They hardly waited for me to put the mower away before their onslaught. I sat on the deck and watched with great satisfaction and amusement. They’ll be back again when the cedar berries are ready.
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Post by toshtego on May 13, 2022 11:10:53 GMT -5
Making another periodic attempt to obtain Homeowners Insurance.
I have been turned down every time I applied since 2007. Redlining zip codes is the most typical response. Most companies will not write coverage when there has been an absence. That I did not create the absence of coverage does enter their thinking. Back in 200,7 all the banks left the area and the insurance companies went with them. No loans, no credit, no insurance. Started changing recently with the rise of the Credit Unions. Hopefully, HO insurance will follow!
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Post by Ronv69 on May 13, 2022 11:30:44 GMT -5
Making another periodic attempt to obtain Homeowners Insurance. I have been turned down every time I applied since 2007. Redlining zip codes is the most typical response. Most companies will not write coverage when there has been an absence. That I did not create the absence of coverage does enter their thinking. Back in 200,7 all the banks left the area and the insurance companies went with them. No loans, no credit, no insurance. Started changing recently with the rise of the Credit Unions. Hopefully, HO insurance will follow! The state can't help? Our homeowners insurance is up &$600 this year but the value of the house has doubled and lumber has quadrupled so I guess it's fair. If a tree falls on it I guess it would eventually be Built Back Better. 😜 |
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Post by Professor S. on May 13, 2022 14:28:16 GMT -5
Lost my dad early this morning. Past few weeks has been tough and the decline was rapid. We knew that it wouldn't be long. Reunited with mom. RIP, Dad. Dang! I'm sorry to hear that, Pete. My prayers are with you and yours |
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Post by toshtego on May 13, 2022 15:03:55 GMT -5
Making another periodic attempt to obtain Homeowners Insurance. I have been turned down every time I applied since 2007. Redlining zip codes is the most typical response. Most companies will not write coverage when there has been an absence. That I did not create the absence of coverage does enter their thinking. Back in 200,7 all the banks left the area and the insurance companies went with them. No loans, no credit, no insurance. Started changing recently with the rise of the Credit Unions. Hopefully, HO insurance will follow! The state can't help? Our homeowners insurance is up &$600 this year but the value of the house has doubled and lumber has quadrupled so I guess it's fair. If a tree falls on it I guess it would eventually be Built Back Better. 😜 The agent did not seem to like the exposed beams in my ceiling. She asked if I had exposed beams. I guess exposed beams are harbingers of loss? LOL! |
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Post by Plainsman on May 13, 2022 17:25:15 GMT -5
The “tilt headed” view from the deck today. A fine lazy day here on the ranch.  |
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Post by toshtego on May 13, 2022 18:26:30 GMT -5
Yesterday, my Army Surplus, Model 1942, chair, desk, oak, Sergeant's , butt supporter, broke and unceremoniously dumped me onto the floor.
From this chair, countless NCOs and clerks pushed pencils and shuffled papers through WWII (The Big War), Korea, Viet Nam. When I sit in this chair for work, triplicate carbons copies does not seem so difficult. Certified True Copy is as real as can be.
I replaced the failed swivel pin with a threaded rod. That is only temporary. You see, the entire load of fat Johns and assorted NCOs rests upon one 5-16 inch steel pin. I need to replace it with a Grade 8 bolt. There is far too much resting upon this. LOL!
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Post by Plainsman on May 13, 2022 18:39:26 GMT -5
Yesterday, my Army Surplus, Model 1942, chair, desk, oak, Sergeant's , butt supporter, broke and unceremoniously dumped me onto the floor. From this chair, countless NCOs and clerks pushed pencils and shuffled papers through WWII (The Big War), Korea, Viet Nam. When I sit in this chair for work, triplicate carbons copies does not seem so difficult. Certified True Copy is as real as can be. I replaced the failed swivel pin with a threaded rod. That is only temporary. You see, the entire load of fat Johns and assorted NCOs rests upon one 5-16 inch steel pin. I need to replace it with a Grade 8 bolt. There is far too much resting upon this. LOL! A certifiable tragedy! Solutions must be applied immediately… |
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Post by toshtego on May 13, 2022 19:17:12 GMT -5
Yesterday, my Army Surplus, Model 1942, chair, desk, oak, Sergeant's , butt supporter, broke and unceremoniously dumped me onto the floor. From this chair, countless NCOs and clerks pushed pencils and shuffled papers through WWII (The Big War), Korea, Viet Nam. When I sit in this chair for work, triplicate carbons copies does not seem so difficult. Certified True Copy is as real as can be. I replaced the failed swivel pin with a threaded rod. That is only temporary. You see, the entire load of fat Johns and assorted NCOs rests upon one 5-16 inch steel pin. I need to replace it with a Grade 8 bolt. There is far too much resting upon this. LOL! A certifiable tragedy! Solutions must be applied immediately… Indeed! Best efforts applied. |
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What a ride it has been and maybe, with some luck, there’s more to come. Some stress, some heartache, but mostly a great time so far. A few bumpy roads but — OH!— the sights! I highly recommend it. One warning: growing old (whatever that might be) is not for sissies. But if it don’t kill ya right away you can have a great time and thumb your nose as you pass your use-by date. Yahoo!
Happy Birthday to all, good wishes and May youall have many more🎂💥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
