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Post by taiguy66 on Nov 19, 2020 11:52:00 GMT -5
Good for you sir! Forty families will appreciate what you did today! All the best brother.....👊👍😁 I appreciate the sentiment, but Im just the cowboy with a trailer doing the mule work. Someone else actually donated the meals, and the ladies are making up the boxes and giving them to the folks who come in to recieve them. Ive got the easy part. There's people all over this land doing these things this time of year, and it sure makes me scratch my head and wonder how folks can say this country never really was that great. Roger that Dewayne. Just remember if it’s not for people like you doing the logistical work, those 40 meals won’t be going anywhere. I APPRECIATE your efforts too sir! |
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Post by Plainsman on Nov 19, 2020 12:04:44 GMT -5
The condition of the packaging is a good clue. Bad sign if it looks moisture-affected. They look OK. A little dusty. Dust is good. If it comes off easy and not sludgy it means “dry” and that’s what you wanna see. I bet they’ll go BANG just fine. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Nov 19, 2020 14:43:05 GMT -5
Not if you have Amazon primer. 😁 I just can't like this post. 😐 oh come on... |
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Post by oldcajun123 on Nov 19, 2020 14:44:29 GMT -5
 What color does it come in?? 
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Post by Gandalf on Nov 19, 2020 19:52:02 GMT -5
I went to a local small town gun shop today and was able to pick up some favorite powder and some 308 "projectiles".
At Scheels, I got some powder and a box of large pistol primers (1000).
They had 2 dozen boxes of the large pistol primers - but no small pistol primers.
Small pistol primers are going to be hard to get - since they are used in so many common calibers like 38 Special and 9mm - and 40 caliber. Some manufacturers are even starting to use them in 45 caliber.
But I'm pretty well set for now. I just may not be able to do as much practice shooting as I'd like.
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Post by toshtego on Nov 19, 2020 20:13:06 GMT -5
Getting crazy out there again with the lockdown and restrictions.
I went to the market and stood in line. No carts in the store so I had to go into the parking lot to find one. As I entered the store, a woman grabbed the cart and pulled it from me, announcing, "Since I am through." This is the second time in two weeks. Fortunately, my wits were with me for a change and I announced in a loud voice for all to here, "I have not yet begun to shop!", recognizing a far more distinguished American under more valiant circumstances said it better.
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Post by Plainsman on Nov 19, 2020 20:18:02 GMT -5
There’s also “Damn the [shoppers], full speed ahead!”
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Post by toshtego on Nov 19, 2020 20:41:06 GMT -5
There’s also “Damn the [shoppers], full speed ahead!” I might be able to use that. Thank you and thank Admiral Farragut. |
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Post by Plainsman on Nov 19, 2020 21:12:05 GMT -5
I will if I see him but not too soon I hope.
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Post by lizardonarock on Nov 19, 2020 21:22:20 GMT -5
Getting crazy out there again with the lockdown and restrictions. I went to the market and stood in line. No carts in the store so I had to go into the parking lot to find one. As I entered the store, a woman grabbed the cart and pulled it from me, announcing, "Since I am through." This is the second time in two weeks. Fortunately, my wits were with me for a change and I announced in a loud voice for all to here, "I have not yet begun to shop!", recognizing a far more distinguished American under more valiant circumstances said it better. Your a nicer guy than me I would have fed it to her and beat her with my cane. |
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Post by puffy on Nov 19, 2020 21:41:45 GMT -5
I went shopping today.I left my cane in the cart..As I was getting in my car..(.SUV).. A nice fella brought it to me..I thanked him..There are nice folks in the world...Speaking of shopping..The stores around here are starting to limit how much you can buy of certain things again.
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Post by ironclad on Nov 19, 2020 21:45:34 GMT -5
84 F and sunny today. More eejits, although I did help the Texas State DSHS solve a major problem with an easy fix. It's like they try to make things harder than they need to be.
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Post by adui on Nov 20, 2020 2:18:04 GMT -5
At 1:50pm this afternoon my youngest child, 21 year old daughter called me at work. She was hysterical, so I immediately assumed anxiety attack (She has a pretty severe anxiety disorder). "I did my usual calm down sweety, breath."
The first coherent sentence she spoke moments later was "I'm sorry Dad, I wrecked the car". We're a one car family, its financed thru a private deal with my boss and I'm quite upside down in it. This is all to say the usual adult child expecting dad to be pissed was even more so for her.
My reaction... I asked if anyone was hurt, and was the car drivable. 4 cars involved, no serious injuries. We have insurance for the rest. I assured her it was going to be ok, all while instant messaging my boss asking for an uber to her location. Boss of course did so.
This evening, after getting home she developed some pretty severe back pain so I took her to the ER. Muscle strain from the impact and the air bags, but thankfully nothing that wont heal with time and muscle relaxers.
I am truly grateful tonight. It could have been much much worse. Both my children who were in the car walked away with bumps and bruises. The car is totaled, but like I said, that's why we have insurance.
Longer than normal post for me, but I had to share. Be safe my friends, and thank whatever higher power you believe in for each and every blessing.
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Post by trailboss on Nov 20, 2020 2:32:53 GMT -5
That sucks Terry, but you have the proper perspective on it.
A car is a replaceable object, the kids are not.
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Post by adui on Nov 20, 2020 2:46:17 GMT -5
That sucks Terry, but you have the proper perspective on it. A car is a replaceable object, the kids are not. Exactly. |
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Post by lizardonarock on Nov 20, 2020 7:17:33 GMT -5
I get mad at just about everything but not a car accident or a car breaking down. So glad your family is ok Terry.
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Post by oldcajun123 on Nov 20, 2020 9:14:06 GMT -5
Good Dad , things can be replaced, Family not!
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Post by taiguy66 on Nov 20, 2020 9:24:14 GMT -5
At 1:50pm this afternoon my youngest child, 21 year old daughter called me at work. She was hysterical, so I immediately assumed anxiety attack (She has a pretty severe anxiety disorder). "I did my usual calm down sweety, breath." The first coherent sentence she spoke moments later was "I'm sorry Dad, I wrecked the car". We're a one car family, its financed thru a private deal with my boss and I'm quite upside down in it. This is all to say the usual adult child expecting dad to be pissed was even more so for her. My reaction... I asked if anyone was hurt, and was the car drivable. 4 cars involved, no serious injuries. We have insurance for the rest. I assured her it was going to be ok, all while instant messaging my boss asking for an uber to her location. Boss of course did so. This evening, after getting home she developed some pretty severe back pain so I took her to the ER. Muscle strain from the impact and the air bags, but thankfully nothing that wont heal with time and muscle relaxers. I am truly grateful tonight. It could have been much much worse. Both my children who were in the car walked away with bumps and bruises. The car is totaled, but like I said, that's why we have insurance. Longer than normal post for me, but I had to share. Be safe my friends, and thank whatever higher power you believe in for each and every blessing. Just wanted to add my points along with Charlie. Happy to hear your kids are ok Terry. The car, as you’ve said, is insured and can be repaired. Thank you for sharing and glad to hear your family is safe. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Nov 20, 2020 11:53:50 GMT -5
At 1:50pm this afternoon my youngest child, 21 year old daughter called me at work. She was hysterical, so I immediately assumed anxiety attack (She has a pretty severe anxiety disorder). "I did my usual calm down sweety, breath." The first coherent sentence she spoke moments later was "I'm sorry Dad, I wrecked the car". We're a one car family, its financed thru a private deal with my boss and I'm quite upside down in it. This is all to say the usual adult child expecting dad to be pissed was even more so for her. My reaction... I asked if anyone was hurt, and was the car drivable. 4 cars involved, no serious injuries. We have insurance for the rest. I assured her it was going to be ok, all while instant messaging my boss asking for an uber to her location. Boss of course did so. This evening, after getting home she developed some pretty severe back pain so I took her to the ER. Muscle strain from the impact and the air bags, but thankfully nothing that wont heal with time and muscle relaxers. I am truly grateful tonight. It could have been much much worse. Both my children who were in the car walked away with bumps and bruises. The car is totaled, but like I said, that's why we have insurance. Longer than normal post for me, but I had to share. Be safe my friends, and thank whatever higher power you believe in for each and every blessing. Just happy that everyone is going to be OK. |
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Post by mrlunting on Nov 20, 2020 14:29:23 GMT -5
Met up with a couple of friends that I have from back in my glory days living in a shelter. But still great to catch up! I gave them some tobacco and cigars. Should keep them for a while. Everyone sober but struggling. I give you credit!!! If you ever need support you can pm me.
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Post by toshtego on Nov 20, 2020 14:40:26 GMT -5
Glad to read that no one was seriously injured.
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Post by bigwoolie on Nov 20, 2020 14:42:29 GMT -5
Just finished re-doing some things on momma's chicken house. Who knew the yard birds required such specifics?
It's sunny out, about 40°, wet from the last few days of rain but no wind. I have a few other minor chores to do today, but nothing serious.
Got in after dark from delivering all the turkey dinners to the food pantry, so I didnt park and unhook the horse trailer. Need to do that. Gotta put the diesel around where I can plug it in if the temp drops again. I might get the gumption to go do some chainsaw work for more firewood...or I might not.
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Post by sperrytops on Nov 20, 2020 14:56:36 GMT -5
At 1:50pm this afternoon my youngest child, 21 year old daughter called me at work. She was hysterical, so I immediately assumed anxiety attack (She has a pretty severe anxiety disorder). "I did my usual calm down sweety, breath." The first coherent sentence she spoke moments later was "I'm sorry Dad, I wrecked the car". We're a one car family, its financed thru a private deal with my boss and I'm quite upside down in it. This is all to say the usual adult child expecting dad to be pissed was even more so for her. My reaction... I asked if anyone was hurt, and was the car drivable. 4 cars involved, no serious injuries. We have insurance for the rest. I assured her it was going to be ok, all while instant messaging my boss asking for an uber to her location. Boss of course did so. This evening, after getting home she developed some pretty severe back pain so I took her to the ER. Muscle strain from the impact and the air bags, but thankfully nothing that wont heal with time and muscle relaxers. I am truly grateful tonight. It could have been much much worse. Both my children who were in the car walked away with bumps and bruises. The car is totaled, but like I said, that's why we have insurance. Longer than normal post for me, but I had to share. Be safe my friends, and thank whatever higher power you believe in for each and every blessing. Best wishes. Glad it was no more than what you describe. Keep an eye on your daughters back. Sometimes it takes a little time for minor injuries to show up. |
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Post by Gandalf on Nov 20, 2020 15:15:58 GMT -5
Busy day.
Shampooed the carpets.
Cooked a turkey, then striped the meat off the bones, vacuum/sealed it in ~1 lb packages and put it in the freezer.
We'll use it for various recipes/meals. We do the same with a spiral cut ham about once a year.
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Post by toshtego on Nov 20, 2020 15:18:27 GMT -5
Just finished re-doing some things on momma's chicken house. Who knew the yard birds required such specifics? It's sunny out, about 40°, wet from the last few days of rain but no wind. I have a few other minor chores to do today, but nothing serious. Got in after dark from delivering all the turkey dinners to the food pantry, so I didnt park and unhook the horse trailer. Need to do that. Gotta put the diesel around where I can plug it in if the temp drops again. I might get the gumption to go do some chainsaw work for more firewood...or I might not. I wish we had pantry or group providing turkey dinners for Thanksgiving! It gonna be disappointing eating a ham and cheese sandwich, LOL!!! Before the pandemic, our Senior Center in the next village used to serve a nice turkey dinner with all the trimmings. All Senior Citizens were welcome. Not this year. There is another group which distributes food boxes including a turkey to the needy. I hope that is still going on but have no idea. It is a well kept secret. Applicants have to get on a list. There is a two hour period on a certain day when the operators take names. That day, time and place are passed on word of mouth. If not on the list, no food box for you!! I had to pick one up for a sick elderly neighbor years ago and it was quite an ordeal being admitted to the warehouse where the boxes were stacked and getting one issued to me. So, it is nice to read about a program of sharing in another place that proceeds well. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Nov 20, 2020 15:20:17 GMT -5
Busy day. Shampooed the carpets. Cooked a turkey, then striped the meat off the bones, vacuum/sealed it in ~1 lb packages and put it in the freezer. We'll use it for various recipes/meals. We do the same with a spiral cut ham about once a year. I always pick up a spiral sliced ham and separate it into freezer bags for use during the year. But I don't like turkey so I don't do that. |
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Post by mrlunting on Nov 20, 2020 15:22:24 GMT -5
At 1:50pm this afternoon my youngest child, 21 year old daughter called me at work. She was hysterical, so I immediately assumed anxiety attack (She has a pretty severe anxiety disorder). "I did my usual calm down sweety, breath." The first coherent sentence she spoke moments later was "I'm sorry Dad, I wrecked the car". We're a one car family, its financed thru a private deal with my boss and I'm quite upside down in it. This is all to say the usual adult child expecting dad to be pissed was even more so for her. My reaction... I asked if anyone was hurt, and was the car drivable. 4 cars involved, no serious injuries. We have insurance for the rest. I assured her it was going to be ok, all while instant messaging my boss asking for an uber to her location. Boss of course did so. This evening, after getting home she developed some pretty severe back pain so I took her to the ER. Muscle strain from the impact and the air bags, but thankfully nothing that wont heal with time and muscle relaxers. I am truly grateful tonight. It could have been much much worse. Both my children who were in the car walked away with bumps and bruises. The car is totaled, but like I said, that's why we have insurance. Longer than normal post for me, but I had to share. Be safe my friends, and thank whatever higher power you believe in for each and every blessing. Best wishes. Glad it was no more than what you describe. Keep an eye on your daughters back. Sometimes it takes a little time for minor injuries to show up. So glad it turned out ok. Just make sure you argue your daughters side (if necessary). Insurance companies love money. |
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Post by adui on Nov 20, 2020 15:49:12 GMT -5
Thanks everyone! Betsy just got home from work, she naturally feels pretty crappy, but I have to give her credit. She went to work anyhow! (this included an Uber to the bus stop and a bus ride to)
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Post by toshtego on Nov 20, 2020 16:19:17 GMT -5
Busy day. Shampooed the carpets. Cooked a turkey, then striped the meat off the bones, vacuum/sealed it in ~1 lb packages and put it in the freezer. We'll use it for various recipes/meals. We do the same with a spiral cut ham about once a year. I always pick up a spiral sliced ham and separate it into freezer bags for use during the year. But I don't like turkey so I don't do that. I love turkey and, who knows, maybe I will cook one for myself and the dogs and cats. Too many dishes is confusing to me now. I can still stuff a small bird. and make a gravy. I like the left overs and have vowed to make Red Chile Turkey Tamales for years but never like the old Red's Tamale Company of Oakland CA. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Nov 20, 2020 16:23:11 GMT -5
We used to always buy a frozen turkey roll. Just enough for our small family, no bones or complex cooking. Haven't seen them in years. They had the white and dark meat all rolled together and a packet of giblet gravy.
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What color does it come in?? 
