I will have you know that is a real thing . All jokes aside flatulence can be ignited under controlled conditions to the delight of small children and the consternation of adults . Ask me how I know
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We went Kayaking on Loch Raven. The temperature broke from the high 90s and the morning was beautiful. After kayaking, we had ice cream at Prigel’s Creamery. Their farm is next to the shop where the grass fed cows produce milk with 5% butter fat. In the past I used their milk to make Camembert cheese. A blue grass band entertained us. Not my kind of music. But it fit in with the day.
Before you lit your butt afire, did you yell out the infamous saying:I will have you know that is a real thing . All jokes aside flatulence can be ignited under controlled conditions to the delight of small children and the consternation of adults . Ask me how I know
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I did absolutely nothing on the 4th. For several days my Sciatica has flared up. Very rare for it to bother me but when it does it does in spades. LOL! It was bad enough that it was taking me a few minutes before I was able to stand up to get out of bed.
Even without the Sciatica I didn't plan on doing anything except that I was going to go out in the nature reserve with my camera but, obviously, that didn't happen.
I'm not complaining. I mean I'm 70, take zero prescription drugs and very seldom have any real aches or pains. Compared to what some go through on an every day basis a bit of a Sciatica once in a while is nothing to really gripe about.
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Oh, I forgot to add... I won't know until tomorrow morning when I wake up but late afternoon on the 4th the Sciatica mostly just went away. Who knows? Mayhaps I just wasn't supposed to go out to the nature reserve.
Even without the Sciatica I didn't plan on doing anything except that I was going to go out in the nature reserve with my camera but, obviously, that didn't happen.
I'm not complaining. I mean I'm 70, take zero prescription drugs and very seldom have any real aches or pains. Compared to what some go through on an every day basis a bit of a Sciatica once in a while is nothing to really gripe about.
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Oh, I forgot to add... I won't know until tomorrow morning when I wake up but late afternoon on the 4th the Sciatica mostly just went away. Who knows? Mayhaps I just wasn't supposed to go out to the nature reserve.
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The 4th was different --- a small gathering rather than the large ones of the past -- Our new normal is easier on us but just a little bittersweet.
Smoked the bird we traded for with the Amish and also had the more traditional dogs -- burghers -- and sausage spaced out from lunch to dinner.
My first effort combining the beer wok and smoking turned out pretty good although if doing again, (I will), some adjustments will be made. Used 2 -3 inch wood chunks that I periodically sprinkled smaller chips on in the smoke chamber and a small bed of apple charcoal in the main chamber that was periodically replenished. Started the bird at close to 400 degrees for about 15 minutes then tamped it down to 275F for about 3 hours. Basted with butter/olive oil/ basil/rosemary that pureed every 20 - 30 minutes through the cooking cycle. Pulled the bird at 170F at the breast.
Only had five of us -- guests were my brother and his wife and an invitee from the shelter who is making a herculean effort to better himself utilizing various programs that are offered. We are very proud of him.
Pasta salad, egg salad, potato salad and fruit salad were included, and the day was peppered with watermelon, peaches, and fresh broccoli rosettes. No inebriating liquids were offered.
After the day ended Linda and I went to the Lake and took an unplanned cruise that included a buffet, moonlight and a little old people dancing. Stopped for ice cream on the way home.
Smoked the bird we traded for with the Amish and also had the more traditional dogs -- burghers -- and sausage spaced out from lunch to dinner.
My first effort combining the beer wok and smoking turned out pretty good although if doing again, (I will), some adjustments will be made. Used 2 -3 inch wood chunks that I periodically sprinkled smaller chips on in the smoke chamber and a small bed of apple charcoal in the main chamber that was periodically replenished. Started the bird at close to 400 degrees for about 15 minutes then tamped it down to 275F for about 3 hours. Basted with butter/olive oil/ basil/rosemary that pureed every 20 - 30 minutes through the cooking cycle. Pulled the bird at 170F at the breast.
Only had five of us -- guests were my brother and his wife and an invitee from the shelter who is making a herculean effort to better himself utilizing various programs that are offered. We are very proud of him.
Pasta salad, egg salad, potato salad and fruit salad were included, and the day was peppered with watermelon, peaches, and fresh broccoli rosettes. No inebriating liquids were offered.
After the day ended Linda and I went to the Lake and took an unplanned cruise that included a buffet, moonlight and a little old people dancing. Stopped for ice cream on the way home.
Forgot the photo of the masterpiece --
Getting ready --- Only a small table needed at the pit and we all fit in the pond house for food. That is Buster supervising seating arrangements at the pit.
Getting ready --- Only a small table needed at the pit and we all fit in the pond house for food. That is Buster supervising seating arrangements at the pit.
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Welp, so much for the Sciatica being gone.
Holy excitement Batman ! I turned on the TV this morning and MeTV is now showing reruns of Wild Kingdom with Marlin Perkins and Jim Fowler . I caught three episodes and the last one had Marlin Perkins with Stan Brock lassoing an anaconda in the water and fighting it into a canvas bag ! Huge snake ! HUGE ! ! ! It took both of them fighting for all they were worth to get the job done . This episode , copyright 1963 , puts Marlin at 58 years old and it really inspired me to see that grey haired dynamo out there doing that . He looked good and got the job done . Amazing man .
My shoddy siliconing has somehow made this tank not leak. Still have no idea what its use will be or even if I'm going to use it. A slight issue is where it would live if I do use it. My PC sits behind it currently, and I don't intend on having an open top tank next to something I spent a fair chunk of change on. Making a lid is probably a good idea.
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YEA! Sciatica seems better. Was some discomfort when I got up this morning but nothing that made moving much of an issue. After a hour or so things felt fine so I tested with a short walk of about 0.6 miles and all is still fine with my leg. Hopefully this is the end of it.
Like I said before, this issue is rare but when it does happen it like someone took a club to my left leg. Still, compared to others such as @JuiceBox52 , it is a minor irritation even though it hurts a lot.
Was some discomfort when I got up this morning but nothing that made moving much of an issue. After a hour or so things felt fine so I tested with a short walk of about 0.6 miles and all is still fine with my leg. Hopefully this is the end of it.Like I said before, this issue is rare but when it does happen it like someone took a club to my left leg. Still, compared to others such as @JuiceBox52 , it is a minor irritation even though it hurts a lot.
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I remember that episode! I lived for that show when I was a kid. Great stuff.
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Yesterday, we had the event "Senhor Espresso Vintage Cars", in Marechal Deodoro Plaza. From Friday to Sunday, I am also doing voluntary work at the 2025 Kermesse in the neighborhood (if this will help me to get a job, it is another story...). This time, I am giving support to serving Bauru to customers. Did you know Bauru? It is a sandwich from São Paulo state. I only wonder how good it could be with a pulled pork or an American beef.
The American classic cars are probably known here, so I will show more about the national ones. I took several photos, but I will be able to upload only a few of them. Until the 1990s, imported vehicles were extremely rare, so cars such as the Ford Mustang only became common when Collor did some liberalization in the car market. Only vehicles considered classic cars are allowed to be imported (30 years and more), when they are considered classic cars, and for collection. You may find some used rare cars, but these are from embassies.
Chevrolet Opala. Based on the Opel Rekord Series C, it was considered the most luxurious car in the Brazilian market from 1968 to the end of the 1980s. This version was Diplomata SE, the most expensive trim, with a 4.1-liter straight inline six, based on Impala's engine (I suppose that 118 hp). Despite being an old vehicle for a country with extremely protectionist policies, it was a reliable, roomy, and comfortable vehicle to have (we had options with gasoline and ethanol (E0) engines). It became a cultural phenomenon in Brazil, too.
Differently from Germany, we had only one generation of the same vehicle for about 24 years...
1971 Ford Corcel. It is basically a rebadged Renault 12. Economical, reliable, and comfort-oriented ride, with a small 1.3-liter engine.
When I have more time, I'll post more photos. I hope you like it!
The American classic cars are probably known here, so I will show more about the national ones. I took several photos, but I will be able to upload only a few of them. Until the 1990s, imported vehicles were extremely rare, so cars such as the Ford Mustang only became common when Collor did some liberalization in the car market. Only vehicles considered classic cars are allowed to be imported (30 years and more), when they are considered classic cars, and for collection. You may find some used rare cars, but these are from embassies.
Chevrolet Opala. Based on the Opel Rekord Series C, it was considered the most luxurious car in the Brazilian market from 1968 to the end of the 1980s. This version was Diplomata SE, the most expensive trim, with a 4.1-liter straight inline six, based on Impala's engine (I suppose that 118 hp). Despite being an old vehicle for a country with extremely protectionist policies, it was a reliable, roomy, and comfortable vehicle to have (we had options with gasoline and ethanol (E0) engines). It became a cultural phenomenon in Brazil, too.
Differently from Germany, we had only one generation of the same vehicle for about 24 years...
1971 Ford Corcel. It is basically a rebadged Renault 12. Economical, reliable, and comfort-oriented ride, with a small 1.3-liter engine.
When I have more time, I'll post more photos. I hope you like it!
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Leaving tomorrow for a family trip to st louis. Gotta finish up a school project before I go and then pack.
Well Mr Lindeman, if you get to St Louis and finds yourself saying "I hate to see, the evening sun go down', it's just the St Louis blues.
Today, house hunting with a friend. I have no interest in cars, but older houses are another thing altogether. I love looking at how affordable, basic housing is put together. For every three DIY disasters you see, there is one DIY wonder to contemplate. Houses here have to be sturdy, for climate reasons, and how that's achieved with upgraded heating and modern additions is interesting to me. I like the architecture of working class housing - where it works, and where it doesn't, I like to see how unnamed and unknown people addressed the problems poor design creates.
We bought our house and fixed it up, but now friends want to move here and have me trying to help find a deal. I'm cautious, as I'm not a pro and can miss a lot, but it's fun to look. Decor, interior fashions, cosmetic stuff? No interest. But foundations, plumbing, lighting, wall placement - that's cool.
Plus, where I'd put fishtanks is always interesting. I don't share those thoughts with my fishless friends...
Today, house hunting with a friend. I have no interest in cars, but older houses are another thing altogether. I love looking at how affordable, basic housing is put together. For every three DIY disasters you see, there is one DIY wonder to contemplate. Houses here have to be sturdy, for climate reasons, and how that's achieved with upgraded heating and modern additions is interesting to me. I like the architecture of working class housing - where it works, and where it doesn't, I like to see how unnamed and unknown people addressed the problems poor design creates.
We bought our house and fixed it up, but now friends want to move here and have me trying to help find a deal. I'm cautious, as I'm not a pro and can miss a lot, but it's fun to look. Decor, interior fashions, cosmetic stuff? No interest. But foundations, plumbing, lighting, wall placement - that's cool.
Plus, where I'd put fishtanks is always interesting. I don't share those thoughts with my fishless friends...
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I am adding my 2 babies minnows from a huge 20 g long that they had ALLLLL to themselves, to a 10g with 4 wcmms. Pray for the transition, although honestly these fish are as hard as nails, I could toss them from the one to the other and they would live.... wild
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