Hot Tub Forum
General => General info Somewhat hot tub related => Topic started by: East_TX_Spa on November 01, 2005, 06:32:11 pm
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So, besides hot tubbing, what does everybody like to do in their spare time?
I enjoy:
Guns- Shooting, cleaning, fondling them
Softball- Our church team is undefeated and we have won our last 3 games by a combined score of 71-14. I play left field and bat 5th
Fighting- My brother teaches hand-to-hand combat at a private school. A group of us meet Mondays and Thursdays and beat the tar out of each other
Cigars- Love em
Whiskey- I'm a Maker's Mark ambassador
Beer- Love that Shiner Bock and Guiness
I guess the last 3 aren't really hobbies, more like vices! ;D
How about the rest of ya'll?
Terminator
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Poker, sports, poker, activities with my family and poker.
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Poker, sports, poker, activities with my family and poker.
I would like to learn to play poker, but, and I'm embarassed to say this, I can't shuffle a deck of cards. I can barely shuffle dominos. Pitiful, huh.... :(
Terminator
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I would like to learn to play poker, but, and I'm embarassed to say this, I can't shuffle a deck of cards. I can barely shuffle dominos. Pitiful, huh.... :(
Terminator
You don't need to shuffle to play. You only need a few things; an ability to think on your feet, an ability to study your surroundings, some intestinal fortitude, some decent math skills and an understanding of how to use them in the game, a good poker face (I can tell from your posts that you're sometimes full of crap so you pass here) and most importantly, to get good you have to play to win as opposed to playing not to lose like many do. Grab your wallet and stop on over and I can get you up to speed. BTW, beer and cigars are popular with a lot of players so you can combine hobbies.
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I promised to keep topics clean from this point on, so therefore I cannot participate.
Sorry.
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It does sound like my cup of tea! If I don't shuffle, who will? I'm a manly man kind of guy who doesn't want to have someone shuffle my cards for me. It would seem downright inhospitable if I asked someone to do it for me.
Have you been in games where someone had my particular, um, inability to perform?
Terminator
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I promised to keep topics clean from this point on, so therefore I cannot participate.
Sorry.
Oh come on, now. Nobody ever is in here but you, me, Spatech, spaman, salesdvl, and brewman. It's General BS for cryin' out loud! :)
Terminator
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Have you been in games where someone had my particular, um, inability to perform?
Terminator
Assuming you're still talking about poker, yes. They do a simple hand to hand card shuffle. It works fine. Besides, 20 minutes and a couple beers is all it takes to learn to shuffle assuming you have most of your fingers left (I know you like guns and knives and if you think you can't shuffle I'd worry about your ability to hold things in general).
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Still got all 12 fingers and toes I was born with.
I have tried and tried since I was 7 years old to do it. I guess I have a mental block.
Terminator
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Oh come on, now. Nobody ever is in here but you, me, Spatech, spaman, salesdvl, and brewman. It's General BS for cryin' out loud! :)
Terminator
In no paticular order
Watching UFC, Football,bBaseball
Sex
Poker
Golf (playing not watching)
Skiing (water and snow)
Water Parks
Beach
Cooking
Yard Work (mowing, trimming, not weeding)
Yoga, Strip Aerobics
Playing with the kids
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Hunting,fishing,shooting,camping,hiking,skiing (snow only),time with my 3 spoiled children, softball and my favorite of all time herassing Spatech!Oh and I left out looking at pictures that Terminator sent me.
My favorite passed time is still pi$$ing off our old buddy AJ! ;)
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Watching UFC, Football,bBaseball
Sex
Poker
Wow, I love all those (UFC on Spike, gotta love it) though I have to add basketball. Are you sure you're not a guy!?
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Don't forget the other semifinal matches are on tonight and the final is on Saturday. Good thing Gilmore Girls is a repeat tonight... see I'm a girl, LMAO :D
I grew up as a tom boy... but I am also very feminine... you saw my wedding pic. I've always gotten along with guys better than girls. Girls are too foo fooy and get too competetive. I don't do my hair and have no fashion sense, but I can tell you the score of the game last night or who my favorite poker players are from the WSOP (speaking of which has Nagraneu made it to a final table at all this year? I'm DVRing, so I could be a bit behind). My favorite classes in high school were drafting and metal shop. I was an engineering major in college, but I sucked at it and got a degree in business, cause well anybody can. :) Oh I suck at sports and I can't dance, but I have fun making a fool of myself and embarrassing those around me by trying.
Oh and I would like basketball but I grew up in Portland with the Trail Gangsters. Yeah, uh that pretty much sums it up.
Oooh, fantasy football is good too. I'm 7-0-1. This week was tough with 5 guys on bye, 2 outs, and 3 probables... thanks goodness for Troy Polamalu and those 8 points last night to tie it up for me. I'm still the only one who hasn't lost. :)
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Term, you going to the Aqua show? I might be able to help you out on #4
and ah brook, if you need any help with #2 or #10-1/2 just let me know.
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Well for me, would have to be motorcycle riding. The faster the better. I've topped out at 135mph. Living in Europe was great, especially Germany with no speed limits.
My current hobby for the next 5 1/2 years, is getting my kids all the way through high school. My oldest received a full ride at college, and now that I know how to play the game and what is expected, I am pretty sure my middle child will be able to get a full ride. My youngest will be a struggle. There is alway one. LOL
One school that give away a ton of money (even to out of state students) is URI. University of Rhode Island. FYI - It is out in the middle of nowhere.
So by the end of May 2011, we (my wife and I) will be free!!!!!!!!!
r100rs
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I play left field and bat 5th
Terminator
Sorry Term have to do this,
I always thought you were in left feild.
There feels better.
Rayman
Hockey
Motorcycles
Home Improvement projects
Movies with my kids
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My hobbies:
Well, there is homebrewing beer, which shouldn't suprise anyone. In addition to making beer, I also built a 4 keg draft dispensing system so I don't have to bottle the stuff anymore.
Then there is my guns. I shoot pistol, and also reload my own ammunition, including melting old tire balancing weights to make my own bullets. Save a ton of money in ammo costs!
I just got into scootering this spring- I recently purchased a 650 cc twin cylinder fuel injected scooter- kind of a scooter on sterioids.
Then there's the home theater, pool table, golf.
And like Terminator, I also enjoy fine cigars.
And a good whisky.
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Term, you going to the Aqua show? I might be able to help you out on #4
and ah brook, if you need any help with #2 or #10-1/2 just let me know.
I'm trying to talk my boss into us going to Aqua, we've never been. We always went to NSPI but now that HS does their own dealer conference, we just go to it. I would love to go see all of the new stuff.
If we do go, I'll get in touch with you and take you up on your offer. I appreciate it!
Terminator
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Sorry Term have to do this,
I always thought you were in left feild.
There feels better.
Rayman
You know, my biggest concern is that my beliefs go so far to the right that I might accidentally circle around and be on the left. ;D
BTW, we won last night 19-14 to stay undefeated with 1 game left. I went 3 for 3 with a 3 run homer and a sac fly. I haven't been on an undefeated team since little league and I'm kind of fired up!
Terminator
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Wow, we could have one hell of a party.
I thought I was alone on this forum, never been to the general part till yesterday!
Guns, lots of guns (most work related, some for fun)
working out,
marathons (cause the doctor said I couldn't)
beer, kegorator in the kitchen
camping, in a travel trailer. Not really roughing it.
work, get paid to drive fast, play with guns, get into physical confrontations, it's like getting paid to be in high school again except you get to drive the police car!
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Wow, I love all those (UFC on Spike, gotta love it)
At my brother's dojo, he has a couple of guys training to fight UFC. One guy made his pro debut at a UFC match in Dallas back during the summer. He choked the guy out with a Guillotine Choke with 2 seconds left in the first round. Got a huge trophy and a bunch of free gear.
While training for his next fight, he tore some ligaments in his knee and decided to retire undefeated.
The other guy my brother is training will be awesome. He is 170 lbs, bench presses over 400, can run on his hands, and is built like van Damme used to be, solid ripped muscle. He'll make his pro debut within the next 2 months and I'll keep ya'll updated.
The rest of us in the class are too over the hill or just not interested in fighting professionally. We work more on street tactics as opposed to the limitations of sports fighting. It is extremely brutal and not for everybody.
My little brother has travelled the country training with the best people in Muy Thai, Jiu Jitsu, Silat, Sambo, JKD, Shootwrestling, Kali, and Arnis. He's thrown out all of the ritual crap and honed it down to what works. He is one tough SOB and I don't pick on him like I used to, he'd wipe the floor with me! ;D
Terminator
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That settles it, then. Somewhere, somehow, we have to get together for an afternoon of shooting, followed by an evening of beer and cigars or whisky and beer and cigars.
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That settles it, then. Somewhere, somehow, we have to get together for an afternoon of shooting, followed by an evening of beer and cigars or whisky and beer and cigars.
I'm in!
Remember, December 3rd we're having our VIP Night at my store and you all have open invitations. We'll have beer, wine, cigars, and food. I guess when we get liquored up enough, we can all shoot our guns in the air. This is Texas, after all. Everybody does it.
Terminator
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I have family in Bandera I bring the kids down to see every year, we have a great time in Texas. They were hearbroken when drinking beer in the car was outlawed.
Also got to attend the premier of the movie "The Alamo". It was amazing, sure I'll never get to hob-knob with the celebrities again but man, what a time.
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I love UFC... we've been watching it since the Gracie days. We've been Netflixing all the old battles and its so fun to watch how the rules and styles have changed. I remember when they didn't have wait classes and I think it was Gracie fighting some big sumu wrestler.
Do you watch The Office? There was a funny episode last night at the dojo.
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I love UFC... we've been watching it since the Gracie days. We've been Netflixing all the old battles and its so fun to watch how the rules and styles have changed. I remember when they didn't have wait classes and I think it was Gracie fighting some big sumu wrestler.
Do you watch The Office? There was a funny episode last night at the dojo.
The one I remember was Keith Hackney fighting a huge black Sumo wrestler. The guy was 6'8" and weighed over 400 lbs. Hackney was throwing these stupid knife-hand strikes on top of the guy's noggin and he broke his hand. He did win the fight as the guy was too tired to pick himself back up.
Before class, we do a "Fit to Fight" training for strength and conditioning. You realize just how out of shape you are when you put the gear on and start sparring. It takes a tremendous toll on your body going for any length of time in the ring.
My brother and Troy (the retired UFC guy) are trying to get me to fight professionally. I kick and hit like a mule, but don't have the conditioning yet. They told me that if I didn't knock the guy out in the first 20 seconds, they would throw the towel in so I don't have a heart attack! ;D
If you were asking me if I watched the Office, no, I don't watch anything but Fox News, History Channel, King of the Hill, and Food Network. Nothing else is worth watching.
Terminator
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I am a little surprised no one mentioned being a contributor on this board as a hobby.
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Brewman, do you ever brew any dark beer?
I love my Shiner Bock and Guiness, but the most unique beer I ever had was called Kriek. It was a black cherry flavored beer and cost $6 a bottle. It was like drinking black cherry soda and was delicious. I just couldn't swing a $36 six pack at the time.
I have a book somewhere that tells how to make it. I used to have a homebrew kit, but the crap I made tasted like a goat's butt.
Terminator
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hob·by1 ( P ) Pronunciation Key (hb)
n. pl. hob·bies
An activity or interest pursued outside one's regular occupation and engaged in primarily for pleasure.
I've heard of those.
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Brewman, do you ever brew any dark beer?
I love my Shiner Bock and Guiness, but the most unique beer I ever had was called Kriek. It was a black cherry flavored beer and cost $6 a bottle. It was like drinking black cherry soda and was delicious. I just couldn't swing a $36 six pack at the time.
I have a book somewhere that tells how to make it. I used to have a homebrew kit, but the crap I made tasted like a goat's butt.
Terminator
Goats Butt Ale, that would make a good micro brew name. I've seen worse- look at the goofy lables on some of the micro brew sold in your area if you dont' beleive me!
I haven't gotten into making Kriek style or lambics. The style originated in Belgium monastaries- the yeasts were in the air in those places and drops into their open fermentation tanks, souring the beer. One of the more facinating styles of beer, in my book. As you've found out, the stuff isn't cheap.
I make a lot of dark beer. It's actually the easiest style to homebrew- the lighter colored and bodied beers are way more difficult to make at home, believe it or not.
I have made several batches of stout that are pretty close to Guiness.
My most interesting beer is Russian Imperial Stout, which I made in the fall of 1999. The alcohol contetnt on this stuff is over 10%- which means that it has to age years to reach it's peak, and it also means that it keeps for a really long time if stored properly.
I still have a half dozen bottles left- I usually pop one open every few months to enjoy with an Arturo Fuentes Royal Salute cigar- when I can get my hands on a supply.
Really, it's pretty easy to make really good beer at home, but it's also easy to make crap, if you don't start out the right way.
If you're interested, I could talk homebrewing anytime.
Just shout if you have any q's.
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Alright Brewman, you got me ready to start a new hobby!
I got rid of my old homebrew kit when I got married 13 years ago, so I need new equipment.
If you would, give me a list of what I need to get started. Dallas is probably the closest place that has the proper supplies or I can order on line. Any help or suggestions on your part, I am all ears. Thanks! :)
Terminator
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Alright Brewman, you got me ready to start a new hobby!
I got rid of my old homebrew kit when I got married 13 years ago, so I need new equipment.
If you would, give me a list of what I need to get started. Dallas is probably the closest place that has the proper supplies or I can order on line. Any help or suggestions on your part, I am all ears. Thanks! :)
Terminator
I know one of the Hotspring dealers in Texas also sells supplies for home beer brewing. I think they are on the western side of Texas because they also have a store in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Amazing the crap I know.
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Alright Brewman, you got me ready to start a new hobby!
I got rid of my old homebrew kit when I got married 13 years ago, so I need new equipment.
If you would, give me a list of what I need to get started. Dallas is probably the closest place that has the proper supplies or I can order on line. Any help or suggestions on your part, I am all ears. Thanks! :)
Terminator
Stay tuned.
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I know one of the Hotspring dealers in Texas also sells supplies for home beer brewing. I think they are on the western side of Texas because they also have a store in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Amazing the crap I know.
Dad gum! Do you know how far it is to the other side of Texas? I believe if you start in Texarkana, TX, you could drive to Chicago quicker than you could drive to El Paso. It is a huge state top to bottom and side to side. I've lived here most of my life and never been to West or South Texas.
Terminator
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and ah brook, if you need any help with #2 or #10-1/2 just let me know.
We've had some supply and demand issues, if I get permission to outsource, I will let you know. ;D
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We've had some supply and demand issues, if I get permission to outsource, I will let you know. ;D
Permission! Who's running the show over there?
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Permission! Who's running the show over there?
Equal partnership! :D
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We've had some supply and demand issues, if I get permission to outsource, I will let you know. ;D
if he can't... I mean if you de............. oh, forget it. This one could just be the one to get me banned
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if he can't... I mean if you de............. oh, forget it. This one could just be the one to get me banned
A complimentary cover lifter that mounts under the tub with piston assist could raise that banned threshold a great deal. I gotta make this gig pay off somehow! ;)
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if he can't... I mean if you de............. oh, forget it. This one could just be the one to get me banned
I assume I'll get a nice warning before banning right... so here goes
Issue is not performance ability or anything of that nature (I'm very very happy with the quality) it is just the difference of drives. I'm one of those everyday, couple times a day people, he's one of those couple times a week people. :-[
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:( Me too. I like relations more than my wife does. Probably because she has to have them with me. :( My guns are always there for me.
Terminator
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I'm one of those everyday, couple times a day people
I've heard about women like this but then again I've heard of Bigfoot too!!! Now I really hate my alarm clock!!!
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:( Me too. I like relations more than my wife does. Probably because she has to have them with me. :( My guns are always there for me.
Terminator
Is this another sell for me to get a gun? I'm just confused byt what I'm supposed to do with this gun? ;D
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Ok, I'll join in the fun. I use to be BIG into Radio Controlled car racing. I even wrote for a national magazine called Competition Plus and traveled the country attending/covering races. That kind of died off at the end of the century. I also got into astronomy in 94. Curling started last year. I've probably forgotten something, but I'm sure its on my website.
http://billmccall.com I'm not selling anything so I should be able to get away with that.
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Is this another sell for me to get a gun? I'm just confused byt what I'm supposed to do with this gun? ;D
I'd be proud if you did! There are two things that I find really sexy when women do them (well, a lot more than two, but these really stand out):
1. A woman who will take responsibility for her own protection by owning a gun and getting the proper training on how to use it.
2. A woman who will enjoy a fine cigar in public. (Very sexy!)
PS And no, not like Monica Lewinsky!
Terminator
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1. A woman who will take responsibility for her own protection by owning a gun and getting the proper training on how to use it.
2. A woman who will enjoy a fine cigar in public. (Very sexy!)
Those JUST missed making my list! ;)
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Those JUST missed making my list! ;)
Oh, my other hobby is being an anti-tobacco activist. I can't find anything sexy about any kind of tobacco use.
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Do you have to inhale when you smoke cigars? I know silly question, but I am a bit naiive and sheltered. As stupid as it sounds, I can't inhale. I've tried and tried and I can't do it (okay once at 12 and once at 19). Its kind of like walking, talking, and chewing gum... yeah, not possible. And no I'm not blonde.
I wouldn't mind shooting. I've thought about joining a gun club and learning how to shoot, but I won't have them in the house. Like I said my husband, love him dearly, but he's a dumb @ss.
Typos are killing me today.
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Oh, my other hobby is being an anti-tobacco activist. I can't find anything sexy about any kind of tobacco use.
You and me both. I wonder if cigars are really just a phallic symbol representing a deep down desire for men to .... Oh well, a few of my friends are into them so I guess I'll just give them the benefit of the doubt.
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You and me both. I wonder if cigars are really just a phallic symbol representing a deep down desire for men to .... Oh well, a few of my friends are into them so I guess I'll just give them the benefit of the doubt.
The last time I saw George Carlin live, he said, "Freud once said that sometimes a cigar is just a cigar. (not sure how you properly quote inside a quote) He went on to say sometimes a cigar is just a big Richard.
But he didn't say Richard.
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Do you have to inhale when you smoke cigars? I
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No you don't have to inhale but "Monica" says you might have to swallow......oh different cigar story from the oral office...I mean oval office. ;D
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Rayman, your from Brampton, you should cheer for the jackets, we have three guys who went through Brampton. Klesla was back in the line up. You aren't one of those who tell people that they can drive on the 407 Express without paying if you have American plates, are you?
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Rayman, your from Brampton, you should cheer for the jackets, we have three guys who went through Brampton. Klesla was back in the line up. You aren't one of those who tell people that they can drive on the 407 Express without paying if you have American plates, are you?
We have Brampton boys all over the place, my heart will always be with the Leafs.
The 407 is a joke, nice hiway but expensive. If you have Ontario plates and you don't pay you can't renew your license. If you're American or even from another Province they can only send you a bill, just don't pay it the hiway is owned by some corporation in France after my tax dollars built it.
Go Columbus Go
Rayman
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No you don't have to inhale but "Monica" says you might have to swallow......oh different cigar story from the oral office...I mean oval office. ;D
Inhale Cigars? Clinton didn't even inhale weed. At least I think it was Clinton who claimed that.
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The 407 is a joke, nice hiway but expensive. If you have Ontario plates and you don't pay you can't renew your license. If you're American or even from another Province they can only send you a bill, just don't pay it the hiway is owned by some corporation in France after my tax dollars built it.
I was told they wouldn't even send you a bill, but they did. I think it started off at around $5, and after I ignored it for 2 years, I think it went up to $7, but I'm sure they spent more than that billing me 100 times. I finally paid it, then got a bill for that month's late fee of 27 cents. I finally called them and got them to cancel the bill.
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Typical government wisdom- Spend a couple hundred bucks to try and collect $8.
Sheesh..........
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Do you have to inhale when you smoke cigars? I know silly question, but I am a bit naiive and sheltered. As stupid as it sounds, I can't inhale. I've tried and tried and I can't do it (okay once at 12 and once at 19). Its kind of like walking, talking, and chewing gum... yeah, not possible. And no I'm not blonde.
I wouldn't mind shooting. I've thought about joining a gun club and learning how to shoot, but I won't have them in the house. Like I said my husband, love him dearly, but he's a dumb @ss.
Typos are killing me today.
Heck no, don't inhale them. I sure don't. I enjoy just puffing on them and letting the aroma waft around. You don't even have to light it if you don't want to.
Have your husband get some training. The NRA offers handgun safety courses that both of you can attend. Once you realize that guns are just inanimate objects (like knives, baseball bats, ropes, bricks) and can do no harm unless used improperly (like knives, baseball bats, ropes, bricks), you might actually enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing you aren't a helpless victim-in-waiting.
I was fortunate that my father took it upon himself to teach my brother and me that a gun is a tool, not to be feared, but respected. He taught us at a young age how to properly handle a weapon and above all stressed that it was not a toy. I grew up not being afraid of guns but I damn sure knew not to get his out from under the bed and play with it. Most of my friends had the same upbringing. No one's shot and killed anyone yet.
My 7-year old daughter knows where I keep my guns. She sees her daddy put his on everyday. She knows she is never to touch them unless I am with her. She knows what they are capable of doing, but she understands they can't hurt her. Only someone doing something stupid with one could cause an incident.
I guess I'm preaching and I don't mean to.
As far as old pothead George Carlin and Sigmund "Freaky" Fraud, their opinion carries about as much weight with me as hummingbird s#$t. ;D
Terminator
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Hmmm.... It seems this thread was originally about hobbies so here goes:
- karate (http://www.kesshin-kai.com/) - traditional japanese (more or less)
- kite making & flying (http://www.nyke.org/) - no, I never flew them as a kid but I have definitely made up for lost time. I enjoy single, dual and quad-line kites of all shapes and sizes.
- An ongoing interest in Chiroptera (http://www.batcon.org/home/default.asp). They've been given a bad rap, they eat mosquitoes and other bugs - what's not to like?
- Perusing and contributing to What's the Best Hot Tub forums
- Soakin' - I'm trying to make it a hobbie...or is it a ritual now? ???
- Reading science fiction
- Home computers
Phil
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I love bats, I find them fascinating as well. Only one I've ever been up close and personal with was when one of my knucklehead friends threw a rock at a bat circling a streetlight. I guess the bat swerved into it and it killed him. I couldn't believe how tiny it was, looked just like a flying mouse.
We do have frequent reports of rabid bats in our area. No one's been bitten to my knowledge.
Terminator
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Hey, I'm a Makers Mark Ambassdor too! Got my holiday cards in the mail the other day.
My hobbies include my house. If I am not working in the yard, I'm fixing something in the house. I've got a fixer upper on a couple of acres in MA and someday hope to have it complety fixed up.
My wife and dine out quite a bit, and Thursdays have become the official "Thursday Night Drinking Club" were our gang (about 6 of us) have a standing date at a local pub.
We ski.
We try to get to a southern lattitude at LEAST once a year.
We love to entertain and throw a few big parties a year.
I a huge Bond fan, I have all the autographs of the every actor who played bond, and just recently purchased a Bond Paschillo (Japenases slot Machine) for my home bar.
I tired the home brew thing once. My wife and I fought like kids trying to make it. We just buy our beer now. A Mircrobrew IPA is usally my beer of choice.
I like walks on the beach and moonlight strolls... oh sorry.
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drewstar, I'm beginning to think you and I were separated at birth!
Did you get your name engraved on one of the Maker's Mark barrels? I have a birth certificate for my barrel stashed somewhere here at the office. The DVD updates they send us are pretty cool!
Bond, James Bond...is rapidly disintegrating as a franchise. Sean Connery was the best and I thought Timothy Dalton played the part as close to the character in the book as anyone. Roger Moore was OK. Pierce Brosnan SUCKS! I couldn't even finish watching Die Another Day. It should've been called "Halle Berry: Double Naught Spy."
I do carry one of these on occasion, just like 007....
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/EastTexasSpa/waltherp99.jpg)
Walther P99- German Proofed 9mm 16-round Mag
Terminator
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A Gun Advocate vs A Gun Activist
This sounds pretty political to me, I thought politics were not allowed.......unless you own a gun I guess.
Rayman
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I thought about the whole barrel thing, but couldn't justify spending my play money on it....not when there are tools to buy, strippers to tip and islands to viist.
I enjoyed Brosnian. I agree about Dalton, but I think that was more the writing and directors than him? Lanzeby was interesting and Moore is the least of my favs. We'll see on the new Casino Royal comming up.
I am thinkning on getting back into target shooting, I used to plink with my Rugers (a Mark II pistol and a rifle). Don't have the free time that i used to.
Also have a few other autographs above my home bar:
Bob Denver (gilligan)
Don Adams (Get Smart)
Adam West (need I even say?)
Buffett
G.H Bush
Betti Page
What is "German PRoofed?"
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We do have frequent reports of rabid bats in our area. No one's been bitten to my knowledge.
Terminator
Hi Term,
Yeah, that's usually how it works. Lots of "reports" of rabid bats but not much substantiation. As we all know, the media does like to exagerate. On average, one person a year in the US dies of rabies contracted from a bat. So it does happen but it's still rare. People are more likely to die from dog attacks than catch rabies from bats.
Most people have no idea how important bats, like birds, fish and other insects, are to the environment in keeping down insect pests for farmers as well as those with hot tubs under the stars! ;)
The Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, Texas has been home to about 1.5 million bats since the early 80's.. It's become a tourist attraction and there's been no incidence of rabies transmission.
Here in upstate NY, the predominant bat species is the little brown bat (that's a description and their name). Each one can eat about 1200 mosquitoes in an hour!!! What's not to like?
I've always had a soft spot for the underdog and bats really have gotten way too much bad press.
Phil
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drewstar, what do you mean about paying for the barrel? It was free. At least for me, I was one of the very first Ambassadors. Maybe it changed as more and more people joined the fun.
What is meant by German proof mark is that my Walther was manufactured in Germany, not by Smith & Wesson. S&W acts as a distributor for Walther in the U.S. and assembled some of the guns here. The quality on the S&W models weren't up to snuff. I sure hope you didn't think it had Nazi markings or anything such as that. It didn't even occur to me until I started typing this reply that it might have been misconstrued that way.
I hate Nazis as much as you, I imagine. Only one good type of Nazi in my book. Sorry for any misunderstanding, my friend. :)
Phil, you are so right about the media blowing everything out of proportion. I believe the brown bat is the most common species in our neck of the woods. They are some bug-eating machines. I would love to see the ones in Austin sometime. If I do, I'll be sure to get some pics and post them.
Terminator
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I wasn't offended by the germain stuff. relax. I thought German proof ment it was made so germans couldn't use it. You know, kinda like "child proof." How the make a gun "German Proof" is beyond me... (I never claimed to have a superior intellect).
I thought the barrel was "named after you" and you actually bought the barrell (Compelte full of Whiskey) , and they burned your name into it. It cost something like $2K. Wait...that was a jack danials promotion....never mind.
What's the deal with M.M barrel? I must have missed that promotion.... I wonder if I can still get in on it.
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;D
I received a "Birth Certificate" from Maker's Mark about 3 years ago stating that one of the barrels at the distillery had been engraved with my name (and about 19 others) on it.
When the whiskey reaches maturity in a few years, I will be able to buy whiskey that came from my barrel. Sounds kinda like a big whiskey orgy now that I think about it.
Did you get the red wax coasters at Christmas last year? Those were pretty slick.
Where'd you meet Adam West?
Terminator
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What would be wrong with owning a gun from Nazi Germany? I'd think that it'd be an interesting piece of history to have, and possibly have some value to a collector. Doesn't mean that you agree with them.
We should never forget what can happen if the wrong people get into power for whatever reasons. I for one wouldn't care for anyone like that to ever get that kind of power again- just think of what they could have done if they'd have gotten their jet engine, rocket, or nuclear weapons programs a bit more ahead than they were.
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No! I didn't get coaster last Christmas. I got a couple of plastic cups and some swizzle sticks. Those bastards.
This year I got some holiday cards, envelopes and some return address lables with the wax logo on them. I will use the lables, but the cards? Um no. I don't need to advertise the fact that I drink too much.
Got some golf balls once...they recently sent me a cd to watch...didn't get around to that.
I wonder if thier are different levels of ambassadorship? I feel I am getting screwed here . Screwed! I want more, betterer, free stuff. ;)
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What would be wrong with owning a gun from Nazi Germany? I'd think that it'd be an interesting piece of history to have, and possibly have some value to a collector. Doesn't mean that you agree with them.
We should never forget what can happen if the wrong people get into power for whatever reasons. I for one wouldn't care for anyone like that to ever get that kind of power again- just think of what they could have done if they'd have gotten their jet engine, rocket, or nuclear weapons programs a bit more ahead than they were.
Oh I agree Brewman. Since drewstar is Jewish, I just didn't want him to think I was crowing about having a German gun marked with a swastika. Some people might get the wrong impression about me because I shave my head and I'm as right-winged as they come, just trying my best to make sure there are no misunderstandings using this impersonal media.
I think a war-trophy from a dead Nazi would be a pretty cool thing to have, all my guns are modern and for shooting.
Terminator
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Golf balls?! I didn't get no steenking golf balls. I haven't gotten any holiday cards either. They're probably sending us all their leftover promo items so it's hit and miss.
Have you ever sent off for the free labels? They will print up some personalized labels for you to put on bottles to give as gifts. I used to do it every year.
Terminator
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I never met Adam West. I was able to get the autogrpah photo via his web site. (adamwest.com).
My lovely wife bought it for me. It reads "To the Bat Poles Andy! hugs and kisses Adam West"
Ok, it doens't say hugs and kisses. I made that up.
I think it cost $20. He'll sign just about any phrase you want . A true value and fine addition to any home bar.
Also have Evil Knievel. A friend met him when he came to town in 75.
I would love to have a german luger.
And for the record. I convereted.
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Golf balls?! I didn't get no steenking golf balls. I haven't gotten any holiday cards either. They're probably sending us all their leftover promo items so it's hit and miss.
ya think? ;)
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Only have 1 autograph, Mean Joe Green. When I was a kid growing up in Duncanville (Suburb of Dallas), Mean Joe's son played on my baseball team. This was in 1976-78 when Mean Joe was in his prime with the Steelers and doing his Coke commercial that is so famous. He came to our team picnic and autographed pics for everyone.
Quick story:
Mean Joe's son, Major, came and spent the night with me after a game. He was a big pudgy kid and had a real whiny voice. Wasn't a good athlete at the time but he was a good guy.
He slept in my room and I slept on the couch.
11:00 "Mrs. Ogden, I can't sleep. This clock's tic tockin' too loud."
11:30 "Mrs. Ogden, I'm thirsty. Will you get me a drink o' water?"
Midnight "Mrs. Ogden, you got any rubbin' alcohol? I got chiggers on my weenie!"
That was the last night he got invited over!
Terminator
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I think you shoudl order a pic of adam west and have him sigh it
To the Bat tub!
And ihave it n your store.
( actually saw the same photo I have of him signed and being sold in a Boca Raton memoribelia shop for $200.
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back in the day, i meet adam west. i was about 4 or 5... he had the batman suit on. was a big thrill for me. not sure what happened to the autograph i had. oh well, probably got tossed out with my hot wheels.
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I just went to Adam West's Bat-site. I was trying to find the pic of him, Robin, Batgirl, and Catwoman partying in the Bat-tub, but I guess it's out of print. :(
Terminator
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Being a batman fan who never grew up I am seriolsy considering buying one of the Shakespere busts that are now available.
IT's a detailed, full sized replica of the one in Bruce Wanyes study, and yes the head tilts back and there is a switch that you can use to turn off and on whatever you;d like. $300.00.
Trying to convince my wife that we MUST have this.
On the subject of guns., I always wanted a broom handled mauser, and one of the Thompson 45's complete with round drum magazine and violen case. Never got it. Maybe someday?
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Being a batman fan who never grew up I am seriolsy considering buying one of the Shakespere busts that are now available.
IT's a detailed, full sized replica of the one in Bruce Wanyes study, and yes the head tilts back and there is a switch that you can use to turn off and on whatever you;d like. $300.00.
Now THAT would be cool!!!
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Being a batman fan who never grew up I am seriolsy considering buying one of the Shakespere busts that are now available.
IT's a detailed, full sized replica of the one in Bruce Wanyes study, and yes the head tilts back and there is a switch that you can use to turn off and on whatever you;d like. $300.00.
Trying to convince my wife that we MUST have this.
On the subject of guns., I always wanted a broom handled mauser, and one of the Thompson 45's complete with round drum magazine and violen case. Never got it. Maybe someday?
I'm telling you drewstar, separated at birth. I was born in 1966. The number 1 rated TV show at the time, care to venture a guess? In my baby book under "First Words", it says "Batman."
Now I have a batsuit! I just need a ward and a butler, oh, and a billion dollars, and I'm all set!
If you want to buy an original Thompson, it will only set you back about $17,000 nowadays. That's not including the 100-rd drum or the original case, which I believe is another $1500. You can get a replica one for around $700, but it is semi-auto, is very heavy, has a gawky looking longer barrel (to be legal) and is made by Kahr Arms, owned by the Rev. Moon's son.
Terminator
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born 1964.
66 highest rated show was batman.
Personality of the year? The monkees.
If you have the money, you can buy anthing. I've seen nerds on the web that sell full reproduction utility belts, and there is even a guy that makes batmobiles. ($85,000).
Thank god my wife handles the money. My house would be filled with booze, porn and TV memorbila.
Who am I kidding?I woulnd't have a house...If it wasn't for my wife I'd be living in a card board box downtown with some drug addled hooker.
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So she's the one with the gold? Or was she the one with the pink? ;)
Terminator
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I am a little surprised no one mentioned being a contributor on this board as a hobby.
OK. Me.
And Brook, what on earth is "Strip Aerobics?"
??? ???
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You asked... (these are 2 of the ones I have)
It's the sizzling new workout video that's sweeping the country! The regimen -- developed by Carmen Electra along with leading choreographers and fitness specialists -- teaches striptease basics, including some snazzy dance routines. With multiple music tracks to choose from, Carmen's cardiovascular-focused exercises offer programmable workouts tailored to all skill levels. All we can say is, Gypsy Rose Lee, eat your heart out.
Carmen Electra turns up the heat in this advanced striptease lesson that features a number of intricate moves as well as some provocative clothing. Burn calories and learn ways to spice things up in the bedroom at the same time! Building off the lessons taught in Carmen's previous two striptease videos, this program includes two creative role-playing routines that are sure to garner the reaction you're looking for.
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teaches striptease basics, including some snazzy dance routines....
my question, is the dancer pole extra or did that come with the series?? or is that in the advanced tape? ;D
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Do you have to inhale when you smoke cigars? I know silly question, but I am a bit naiive and sheltered. As stupid as it sounds, I can't inhale. I've tried and tried and I can't do it (okay once at 12 and once at 19). Its kind of like walking, talking, and chewing gum... yeah, not possible. And no I'm not blonde.
I wouldn't mind shooting. I've thought about joining a gun club and learning how to shoot, but I won't have them in the house. Like I said my husband, love him dearly, but he's a dumb @ss.
Typos are killing me today.
Guess what cupcake, I'm blonde.
I can walk, talk, organize teenagers, run a house, get along with my spouse, sell hottubs and fireplaces, shedule crews, maintain friendships, cook, clean, feed and care for the dog, and chew flipping chewing gum, all at the same time.
Spahappy
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Guess what cupcake, I'm blonde.
I can walk, talk, organize teenagers, run a house, get along with my spouse, sell hottubs and fireplaces, shedule crews, maintain friendships, cook, clean, feed and care for the dog, and chew flipping chewing gum, all at the same time.
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Spahappy
Spahappy if you add shootin" guns to that list and your the perfect woman!
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I can shoot but can't hit anything, so the birds are safe with me.
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Ok, hair color aside,
Terminator have you ever tried Smith Wicks made by Guiness? Me Likey. ;)
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I have an 18 mo old and a 5 year old walking is never an option at my house.
I can run, talk, play with my kids, manage my childrens' special education requirements, participate in the PTA, run a house, have a wonderful fullfilling marriage, attend t-ball and soccer games, shedule appointments, maintain friendships, cook, clean, mow the lawn, wash the cars, change the oil, feed and care for the animals, while maintaining a sense of humor all at the same time. Did I mention I do this with migraines, seizures, and a hole in my heart.
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...I can run, talk, play with my kids, manage my childrens' special education requirements, participate in the PTA, run a house, have a wonderful fullfilling marriage, attend t-ball and soccer games, shedule appointments, maintain friendships, cook, clean, mow the lawn, wash the cars, change the oil, feed and care for the animals, while maintaining a sense of humor all at the same time. Did I mention I do this with migraines, seizures, and a hole in my heart.
You ladies have strange ideas about hobbies..::)
Phil
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I have an 18 mo old and a 5 year old walking is never an option at my house.
I can run, talk, play with my kids, manage my childrens' special education requirements, participate in the PTA, run a house, have a wonderful fullfilling marriage, attend t-ball and soccer games, shedule appointments, maintain friendships, cook, clean, mow the lawn, wash the cars, change the oil, feed and care for the animals, while maintaining a sense of humor all at the same time. Did I mention I do this with migraines, seizures, and a hole in my heart.
You can cook? ;D ;)
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You ladies have strange ideas about hobbies..::)
Phil
Yea but ya gotta love a female Pi$$ing contest!!! ;D ;D
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You can cook? ;D ;)
I cook and bake. Every meal every day. We rarely eat out. My husband also gets a latte every morning after his 'wake up call'. The kids and I make cookies together regularly as well.
Last year I made a prime rib and turkey for Chrsitmas dinner for 12 plus all the side dishes while watching my 2 kids with no help from anyone else.
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Oh ya gotta love the Lattee! :)
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Talk more about the stripperobics please.
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Talk more about the stripperobics please.
LOL, it's totally cheesey... buts its fun. I have absolutely no rhythm and can't dance, so it's rather entertaining. My husband gets a kick out of it when he can stop laughing at me. :D
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LOL, it's totally cheesey... buts its fun. I have absolutely no rhythm and can't dance, so it's rather entertaining. My husband gets a kick out of it when he can stop laughing at me. :D
Does he have to slip you $1.00?
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Does he have to slip you $1.00?
He doesn't have to do anything, but I think fine entertainement like that is worth more than $1. ;D
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He doesn't have to do anything, but I think fine entertainement like that is worth more than $1. ;D
Well, keep in mind the going rate is a $1, down at the local Funbags McJigglys. But I am sure the quality is far, far lower. ;)
Also considering this is a "private dance" with "benifits" you are right. A dollar is an insult.
He should at least buy you a drink. ;D
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Well, keep in mind the going rate is a $1, šdown at šthe local Funbags McJigglys. But I am sure the quality is far, far lower. š;)
Also considering this is a "private dance" šwith "benifits" šyou are right. šA dollar is an insult.
He should at least buy you ša drink. š;D
Is there no value in the fact that she can't dance, has no rythem and doesnt have her own pole. Im thinkin a dollar is fine until she atleast gets a pole.
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Oh ya gotta love the Lattee! :)
You gotta love the "morning wake up call" :P ;)
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Is there no value in the fact that she can't dance, has no rythem and doesnt have her own pole. Im thinkin a dollar is fine until she atleast gets a pole.
What the hell does rythem have to do with it? Lets face it you do not go to a strip joint for the "qaulity" of the dancing.
The pole? I alway found others have told me that the pole is just a distraction. Too far away from the seats...
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Does he have to slip you $1.00?
and what if he only has 4 quarters? ;D
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and what if he only has 4 quarters? ;D
Quaters are fine. Just make sure they are rolled. ;D
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IME you can't even get a lap dance for $1, but my experience is limited.
A private in home show will cost more than one at a club.
The non-skank factor has to be worth a few $$$.
The amount a man enjoys himself regardless of the experience of the dancer should play into the tip. Its not all about dancing, rhythm, pole or no pole, its what you do with it. Also, poles are not the only prop that can be used.
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Brook,
Do you know the difference between a salad and a strip tease?
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I'm trying to keep it clean Drewstar... ;)
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Way to screw up my joke. ;)
Don't know where your mind was going on that one Brook. I can only imagine.
::)
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No salesdvl, I haven't tried the Lickey Split? (to lazy to go back and look it up). Is it a dark beer? That's all I'll drink for the most part.
As far as the ladies' various talents (and they are vast, I'm impressed!), the cooking is the only thing that really matters when you get right down to it. My wife cooked for me once when we were engaged, I enjoyed it.
Terminator
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Term, how about Fat Tire? I'm hooked on it!
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Sorry Drewstar...
I thought you were going into territory I wasn't gonna touch. Didn't know you were going to make a joke.
I know many many things. I'm a bit sheltered on some things (drinking, drugs, guns, etc...) but I have a vast and varried knowledge on others. Growing up in the hell of small town OR and college in downtown Portland will show you many sides of many people and teach you much about life.
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Term, how about Fat Tire? I'm hooked on it!
I believe I had some Fat Tire when I was in Boulder a few years ago. I enjoyed it! I think I've seen it in a few of the stores around here. May have to grab a pack on the way home.
Terminator
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Sorry Drewstar...
I thought you were going into territory I wasn't gonna touch. Didn't know you were going to make a joke.
I know many many things. I'm a bit sheltered on some things (drinking, drugs, guns, etc...) but I have a vast and varried knowledge on others. Growing up in the hell of small town OR and college in downtown Portland will show you many sides of many people and teach you much about life.
actually for the inudendos that we toss around here, it was relatively tame. :)
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Well "tossing salad" does mean something incredibly gross unless you use saran wrap or a dental dam.
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Trying to keep it clean Rayman, trying to keep it clean.
;D
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Just hought I would put a "clean" explanation for nayone who was wondering what it was. If anyone is still unclear PM me.
Rayman
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Brook,
ALl I was going to do was offer to take you to lunch, IF you didn't know the differnce between a salad and a strip tease.
::)
Actually, the joke goes:
Perverted old Man: Hey, do you know the difference between a BJ and a salad
Dumb Blonde: No
P.O. M: Great! Let me buy you lunch!
Yea, pretty lame.
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Here's one.
Whats the difference between a mistress and a wife?
Mistress says " Oh baby, more, more"
a wife says "Beige, I think I'll paint the ceiling beige." :)
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Here's one.
Whats the difference between a mistress and a wife?
Mistress says " Oh baby, more, more"
a wife says "Beige, I think I'll paint the ceiling beige." :)
stupid wife. Who paints a ceiling beige?
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Uh, wouldn't wife be saying,
I think you'll paint the ceiling. :)
I do everything else, he can do ceilings.
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Well thanks to this ridiculous thread, my other co-worker and I had a good laugh to start our day ;D ;D ;D ;D
Brooke I'm sure your quite talented in many areas, and your subtle posts keep reflecting certain talents.
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I've seen nothing subtle in my posts.
I'm a college graduate, happily married, mother of 2 who has nothing to be ashamed of. Who cares if I enjoy the finer things in life including sex.
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Don't get so defensive Brooke. I to enjoy sex but I don't feel the need to bring it into an everyday family hottub forum where other people are trying to get help from the people who post here.
Just because Bill created a general catagory doesn't mean " kitty bar the door" and lets get sl@tty, I mean smutty.
I don't want a pissing match with you Brooke, just remember, a little class goes a long way....
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OK thats not what I typed but I'm sure my point was still quite clear.
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Brook is going to teach a class? Where do I sign up?
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Don't get so defensive Brooke. I to enjoy sex but I don't feel the need to bring it into an everyday family hottub forum where other people are trying to get help from the people who post here.
Just because Bill created a general catagory doesn't mean " kitty bar the door" and lets get sl@tty, I mean smutty.
I don't want a pissing match with you Brooke, just remember, a little class goes a long way....
The one who has called names now says class goes along ways... hmmm that says a lot.
Everything that has been said here has been said in fun, joking, banter. I have never insulted anyone or been disrespectful.
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Kitty bar the door?
WTF?
You're afriad of the cats walking in on you?
Maybe, Kiddie bar the door. ;D
For the record, this is the BS section of the site and I don't see ANYTHING that was written in this thread that is offensive. There are inuendos and off color remarks, but nothing that should be banned, and nothing to be ashamed of.
If it is, I think 90% of comments should be erased for this forum. And if so, I would hope it would have been brought to my attention by now. ?
Anyhow, don't mean to offend, and don't mean to preach.
Sorry.
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Spahappy tel me more 'bout the birds! (pheasants) ;D
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Hot tubbing can be so relaxing and therapeutic, your troubles can just melt away. The same can be said for a number of our members' various hobbies. It's really fascinating to see how many different ways we find to unwind: remote control cars, motorcycling, homebrewing, batwatching, sexual relations, liquor and poker, hunting, cooking, and fishing. I would enjoy engaging in some of these other activities if I could only find more time. :)
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I happen to like Brookensteins posts/grin! Keep up the friendly banter Brooke.
Oh,and read your other post about clearance......was curious,your wiring,are you going with 110 or 220?
Are you aware of the benefits of 220 verses 110?
Lastly,as Dr.Spa asked....where are you holding classses? grin. Would happily sit at the front of your class,wiling to be your devoted pet,and will bring you an apple and or your favorite toy to class/grin.
P.S. ... if it wasn't for zex,none of us would be here,and,the condom companies would have nuttin to sell. Could add tons more,but practicin to walk on a narrow tightrope lol.
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I don't want a pissing match with you Brooke, just remember, a little class goes a long way....
I saw a girl pee clear over a wagon one time. I would put my money on her in one of those contests. I didn't know girls could do that. My wife can't. :(
Terminator
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My hobbies this weekend will be raking up the leaves.
Terminotor, if you're in MA this weekend feel free to come on over and "enjoy" this hobby with me. I don't want to hog all the leaf raking fun to myslef. ;D
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My hobbies this weekend will be raking up the leaves.
Terminotor, if you're in MA this weekend feel free to come on over and "enjoy" this hobby with me. I don't want to hog all the leaf raking fun to myslef. ;D
Can I wear my Batsuit and smoke cigars and drink Shiner Bock and will you pay me with some of your wife's gold? If so, I just might be persuaded.
Terminator
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I bought myself an leaf blower/vacuum for Christmas last year (along with my edger and chainsaw). Much easier than raking. Plus that way I can just blow them over to the neighbors yard and not have to bag them. :) I don't use the vacuum part much cause our tree drops 'ouchies' as the 5 yr old calls them and it ruins the cutter on the mulcher if they get sucked up too.
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Can I wear my Batsuit and smoke cigars and drink Shiner Bock and will you pay me with some of your wife's gold? If so, I just might be persuaded.
Terminator
Um, at my house, I wear the Bat suit. Feel free to bring a robin suit. :) I have a whole humidor of romeo and jullets sir, but the beer will be berkshire IPA from Deerfield MA.
Actually I'll buy the beer AND I'll let you ride this:
(http://rickscafe.diaryland.com/images/1.jpg)
and use this:
(http://rickscafe.diaryland.com/images/cyclone.jpg)
becasue we got to get them all picked up before this happens:
(http://rickscafe.diaryland.com/images/snowhouse.jpg)
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I saw a girl pee clear over a wagon one time. I would put my money on her in one of those contests. I didn't know girls could do that. My wife can't. :(
Terminator
hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah
Oh man, I haven't laught this hard in a long time. thank you.
But, one question.. We talking little red wagon or stage coach?
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Drew, Term aint gonna ride that thing till you get the gun rack installed
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Drew, Term aint gonna ride that thing till you get the gun rack installed
Bbbbbbut I put some Nascar stickers on it. Aint that enough ? It need s a gunrack too? damn rednecks....(ducks and runs). ;D
Funny, everysince I put the #3 sticker (actually my lovely wife did) it wont cut the lawn, it just crashes into the stone wall.
huh/go figure.
;D
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hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah
Oh man, I haven't laught this hard in a long time. thank you.
But, one question.. We talking little red wagon or stage coach?
Over a real cowboy wagon. Knocked the driver's Stetson clear off. He weren't too happy, but he was damn impressed as were the rest of us.
Terminator
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Funny, everysince I put the #3 sticker (actually my lovely wife did) it wont cut the lawn, it just crashes into the stone wall.
huh/go figure.
;D
Haa a al;hhaaalhhaaaaaaaa!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D
Terminator
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No salesdvl, I haven't tried the Lickey Split? Terminator
There's a dirty comment in there but I'm not gonna say it....not going to say it....
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Is it a dark beer? That's all I'll drink for the most part.
Terminator
SMITHWICKS its made by Guiness and is just a little lighter than stout. I like it.
Made my own beer times after my wife got me this beer machine thing that brewed about 25 pints in a couple of weeks.
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Ok, so I have missed a lot! D*mn new job with no internet access! ;D
Hobbies:
Sitting in my tub
Talking to you all here on this board
Shopping--especially for shoes (I'm known for my shoes at work)
Crown & coke
Cosmopolitans
Hanging out with my husband
Movies
Supporting the local arts, music, theatres
Spending time with friends
Counted cross stitch
Vacationing
That is plenty to list at this point. There are more, but most have already been mentioned.
Have you guys forgotten about me? :'(
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That is plenty to list at this point. There are more, but most have already been mentioned.
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Oh, you like guns and cigars, too? COOL!!
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Have you guys forgotten about me? :'(
Nota chance, welcome back! It's about time......
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I do miss your bubbly (no pun intended) presence on here Lori. I love the fact that you use the word "ya'll" from time to time as any real American will no doubt do. Your participation always elevates the mood of any topic at hand! :)
Terminator
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I've missed you lori! :'( :'( :'(
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Yea but ya gotta love a female Pi$$ing contest!!! ;D ;D
I wonder if they are doing it standing up! That would be something to see! ;D
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I wonder if they are doing it standing up! That would be something to see! ;D
I've seen it! Not a contest, per se, but an exhibition kinda like Annie Oakley used to do, except she used a gun.
If you ever do have the good fortune to see it done, you'll never forget it. I'd die of amazement if I ever saw it done competitively.
Terminator
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Thanks East-TX. That is my new nickname at work, Bubbles! They all laugh about my giggle, too, but of course, you guys can't hear that!
I miss yo uall, too! I get on as much as I can, and laugh the whole time. Terminator, love the pics of the day!!
And yes, I have a full arsenal, or rather I married one, but I know my way around a firearm. My Aunt Jo taught me well. And I have enjoyed a cigar on occasion. I wanted one of the cubans my mother-in-law brought back a few years ago, but my husband sold them to a dr at the hospital before I got a chance!
Oh, Terminator, I LOVE Food Network! It's time to get started on holiday candy!!!
Spahappy, I have missed you too. Hope all is well with the sailor! My friend's son is in Jacksonville going to school, but he did a stint in the gulf in 2003, luckily it was pretty quiet for them. I'm wishing the same for your son!! Hang in there!!!
:-* :-*
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The regimen -- developed by Carmen Electra .
I couldn't watch this with her in it. I'd keep thinking Dennis Rodman has already been there. Yuk!
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and what if he only has 4 quarters? ;D
I once saw a stripper pick up a stack of quarters without using her hands.
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The one I saw could even make corect change........
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The one I saw could even make corect change........
Though I have never seen one!! I need nickels for my drawer!
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Lori, when you enjoy the cigars, do you have a particularly favorite brand? It seems that most of the women like the thinner styles like Macanudo (very mild) and also some of the flavored ones.
The reason I ask is that at our VIP Night we are having a cigar bar and I want to make sure and have some available for the ladies. Any other ladies out there into cigars and, if so, do you have a preference?
Terminator
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Occasionaly my wife will have one my cigars if the mood is right. :D I enjoy a Backwoods cigar (Sweet Aromatic) in the tub now and then. Usually purchase them in bunches when my neighbour goes to the U.S. and grabs me a bunch. Even with the exchange difference, they are about 60% cheaper!
Can't argue with that.
Jc
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Backwoods are rough little cobbs of cigars that are really enjoyable to just chew on. I do enjoy cheroots when I'm stomping around in the woods. Puts you in the "Man with No Name" frame of mind.
Got ahold of a nasty, scrubby anise flavored cheroot one time that I didn't much care for. The cognac and rum flavored are pretty good.
Terminator
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Arturo Fuentes Curly head deluxe is a nice smooth cigar that everyone will enjoy!
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Backwoods are rough little cobbs of cigars that are really enjoyable to just chew on. I do enjoy cheroots when I'm stomping around in the woods. Puts you in the "Man with No Name" frame of mind.
Got ahold of a nasty, scrubby anise flavored cheroot one time that I didn't much care for.
Terminator
Bout once a month I go up to go see my kinfolk in the hills fer a spell. Me and the boys live off the land, shoot critters for kicks, drink some of my pappy's corn mash and wait for the city folk to float down the river in their canoes so as we can snatch them up fer some fun.
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Bout once a month I go up to go see my kinfolk in the hills fer a spell. Me and the boys live off the land, shoot critters for kicks, drink some of my pappy's corn mash and wait for the city folk to float down the river in their canoes so as we can snatch them up fer some fun.
Well dang son, don't hog all the fun. Give me and spaman a holler...we'd like to get in on some of that there action!
Terminator
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If it ain't a Montecristo, it ain't a cigar!
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Bout once a month I go up to go see my kinfolk in the hills fer a spell. Me and the boys live off the land, shoot critters for kicks, drink some of my pappy's corn mash and wait for the city folk to float down the river in their canoes so as we can snatch them up fer some fun.
I heard banjos when reading that post.
dueling banjos....
;) ;D
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Brewman, don't forget about me. I'm serious about wanting to whip up some homebrew and I would like your input. I had a great month in October and have some disposable income, so I want to get the supplies you suggest. Whenever it's convenient. :)
Terminator
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Well I guess I am chiming in too late... but here goes:
Video Games - I play Warcraft 3 and World of Warcraft
Yes yes I know....very nerdy
Volleyball - play once a week in a hospital league (mom used to work there before retiring, she still plays)
Train on Fitness Equipment - This is a new one. Our store sells fitness equipment (treadmills, ellipticals bikes etc). What better way to learn about it than to use it!
Beer - Alexander Keiths India Pale Ale
Whickey - Weiser's Deluxe, with Ginger Ale
Thats all I have time for.
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Ok see what happens when Lori and I leave this forum for a bit...ya'll go absolutely insane! I suppose I should put in my habits errrrr hobbies too:
My Computer--getting ready to install a new digital camera and eventually I'm looking to upgrade this puppy to a bigger system.
Huge Lord Of The Rings fan--I just bought a new sword off of Ebay totally cool too!! I have the extended DVD trilogy and watch it almost every single day.
My guns--I'm getting very proficent with my Henry .22 lever action rifle (hubby calls me Annie Oakley when I'm sporting it) it's got Iron Sights that I have had a few problems learning to shot. I also have a 20 gauge shotgun (just went pheasant hunting last week and got 1 stupid things were not flying at all!) and my Winchester 270 of course. Ohh and I also have a 223 for the coyotes and varmets. Hubby does all the reloading with the exception of shot gun shells and my 223.
The rest of theis list includes: my darling husband of which I've had his unconditional love for the last 9 years; my dogs three labrador retievers one of each color; my kids and for those of you who are anticipating them leaving...don't! It's lonley without them! Christmas decorating has become a hobby also..I spend half of nov and dec decorating the house! then there is baking for the holidays...cooking...sketching and drawing...painting (I'm working on a painting of one of our famous rocks around here called Heart Mountain)....chatting with you all on this forum
I'm also learning Chinese forms of Meditation. Tai Chei; and some aroma therapy.
But...my all time fav past time is SHOPPING!!!!!!!
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Brewman, don't forget about me. I'm serious about wanting to whip up some homebrew and I would like your input. I had a great month in October and have some disposable income, so I want to get the supplies you suggest. Whenever it's convenient. :)
Terminator
Not to worry. I've been out of town and away from my PC in the past week or so. Gimme a day or two to get caught up here at home, and I will certainly get you some information. Thanks for your patience.
Now to keep this post on topic- My favorite cigar that I can actually find easily is the Arturo Fuente Double Chateau. I also really like their Royal Salute cigar, but I have to mail order those in quantities of 10, so they are my special treat cigars.
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Thanks Brewman, glad to have you back! :)
I'll have to get some of the Double Chateau's brought to our VIP Night. I already scored some Opus X's for that night and am anxious to try one as I never have.
I'm in no big hurry so just holler when you get the chance.
Terminator
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Hey Term,
I just go and smell a bunch of cigars, then I pick. I usually like the sweeter smelling ones. Thinner are good, I have small hands and a thinner cigar is easier to hold. I'm sure the one you mentioned would be great! I don't have that much experience, just a tried a few.
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Opus X's, eh? That's one I haven't tried yet. I'd like to though.
The cigar pickings around here are absolutely pitiful- lousy selection, and overpriced. They just doubled the state tax on cigars and pipe tobacco this summer to help raise revenue, that isn't helping either.
I've been ordering from Thompsons in Orlando. Compared to around here, they are cheaper, and have a good selection. They even have a few house brands that are reasonably priced and pretty good for the money. Some of their house brands taste like they are using rubber bands as filler, though.
Lori-
You want a good aroma from a cigar, try some cedar wrapped ones if you can find them. Arturo Fuente offers several types, as does H. Upmann, and others.
(Please remove the cedar before lighting the cigar!)
That cedar wrapping is what hooked me on Double Chateaus, and Royal Salutes.
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Thanks Brew! I'll see if I can find some!
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I'm in no big hurry so just holler when you get the chance.
Terminator
Check your PM, Terminator!
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Check your PM, Terminator!
Got it! You da (Brew)man!
Terminator
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I've been ordering from Thompsons in Orlando. Compared to around here, they are cheaper, and have a good selection. They even have a few house brands that are reasonably priced and pretty good for the money. Some of their house brands taste like they are using rubber bands as filler, though.
Lori-
You want a good aroma from a cigar, try some cedar wrapped ones if you can find them. Arturo Fuente offers several types, as does H. Upmann, and others.
(Please remove the cedar before lighting the cigar!)
That cedar wrapping is what hooked me on Double Chateaus, and Royal Salutes.
I've ordered (Actually my wife has) from Thomspon cigar. She usually surprises me with one of thier sampler packs that have a variety of different cigars. I've had decent luck, a few nice ones, a few ones that weren't so hot.
It all works out well, since most of my friends (myself included) don't know too much about cigars and smoke them as a social thing.... I do keep a few of the popular Cuban's on hand for special occasions and friends who can apprecaite a fine cigar (Rome & Julliets, Cohiba, Punch, Upman).
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Nice! I stopped trying to get cuban cigars, too much bother for me. But I did enjoy the few I've sampled over the past few years.
The large casino hotel complex up the road a couple miles(which nicely erases our night sky with their laser light show) has a relatively good walk in humidor in their gift shop. Once they had a box of cuban cigars, which they claimed were made pre-ban and therefore legal for sale. If I recall, they wanted upwards of $50 each cigar. Last time I was there, this box was gone, so someone(s) must have purchased them. Too rich for this guy, though.
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Nice! I stopped trying to get cuban cigars, too much bother for me. But I did enjoy the few I've sampled over the past few years.
The large casino hotel complex up the road a couple miles(which nicely erases our night sky with their laser light show) has a relatively good walk in humidor in their gift shop. Once they had a box of cuban cigars, which they claimed were made pre-ban and therefore legal for sale. If I recall, they wanted upwards of $50 each cigar. Last time I was there, this box was gone, so someone(s) must have purchased them. Too rich for this guy, though.
$50 each? Ouch.
My wife and I try to get away somplace tropical every year. I can usually find Cuban cigars in the island shops at a decent price. Usually anywhere from $8-$25 each depending on the guage, leaght and brand. I usally grab a few in the $10 -15 range. Of course there is always canada too.
Take the cigar band off when crossing the boarder, and customs can't say anything.
I have a "Friend" who use to put them in his wife's personal hygene box. Typically on X-rays, if you buy the right size, they don't look suspicious. ::)
Of course, I have a feeling we'll be haveing open trade with Cuba in the not too distance future. :)
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I always thought that trade ban was silly, especially cigars. Like you said, once the bands are off, you can't know where they came from.
Plenty of places will ship them that way- you get the cigars without the bands, and they send the bands to you in another envelope.
Be interesting to see what happens when/if they allow trade with Cuba. Wonder how much allure is attributed to them being "forbidden" vs how good the smoke is?
Way back when, Coors beer wasn't allowed to be sold in my area, and people paid a lot of money to get the stuff. Then they started marketing it in this area- and after the initial hype died down, the stuff didn't sell any better than anything else in it's price range.
I worked in a liquor store during that time.
Another diversion:
Anyone remember (or still have any) Billy Beer?
Or JR Beer?
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I always thought that trade ban was silly, especially cigars. Like you said, once the bands are off, you can't know where they came from.
Plenty of places will ship them that way- you get the cigars without the bands, and they send the bands to you in another envelope.
Be interesting to see what happens when/if they allow trade with Cuba. Wonder how much allure is attributed to them being "forbidden" vs how good the smoke is?
Way back when, Coors beer wasn't allowed to be sold in my area, and people paid a lot of money to get the stuff. Then they started marketing it in this area- and after the initial hype died down, the stuff didn't sell any better than anything else in it's price range.
I worked in a liquor store during that time.
Another diversion:
Anyone remember (or still have any) Billy Beer?
Or JR Beer?
I agree. I think there is a lot of allure to the Cubans, because they are hard to come by and are often associtaed with being costly. A status symbol of sorts. That's why when I can pick some up for less than other cigars available legitmatley I do. Are they better? You're asking the wrong guy. But I have ment some "elite" smokers who claim so. Meh.
Yup. I remeber the "coors" fanfare (mostly due to Smokey and the Bandit). I can also remember some excitment when "Strohs" became available in N.E. yuck.
My dad had a can of Billy Beer. A quick look at ebay shows you can still find a few cans of it around for under $20. Huh. I always thought A full can of Billy Beer would net you millions. :)
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the most unique beer I ever had was called Kriek. It was a black cherry flavored beer and cost $6 a bottle. It was like drinking black cherry soda and was delicious. I just couldn't swing a $36 six pack at the time.
There's a bunch of brands of Kriek. (BellVue and Mort Subite are the two that immediately come to mind)
Kriek is a Cherry flavoured Lambic...there are also framboise, (raspberry) peche (peach), and several others.....Lambic is a Belgian beer style, where the beer is innoculated with bacteria to allow it to go sour....think of beer equivalent of sourdough.....once the beer is "finished", it is sold in various forms...geuze (plain) or the fruit flavoured ones mentioned above.
Most of the Belgian breweries making lambics have been doing it for hundreds of years and have huge vats that are constantly being added to with fresh beer to get the beer innoculated with the old bacteria......
It's not something you can buy in a package and whip up.....takes years to make good lambic, if you have the proper bacteria cultures to begin with. So it's not surprising your homebrew kit tasted like goat arse.
the last couple brews I made were a porter (chocolate brown) and a BIG India Pale Ale (dark copper colour)
Not much for the light lagers myself.
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At a charity event last spring I had the pleasure of tasting Sam Adams Utopias beer.
This is a specail edition, Extreme beer. It is 50 proof, (25%) and cost over $100 a bottle.
It tasted like a s s.
:P
Still, glad I tried it. ;D
After all, it was a "free sip"
and what's better than beer? That's right bucko, FREE Beer.
;D
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Last night on the History chanel there was a Modern Marvels episode on Brewing, and Jim Koch was interviewed. He mentioned that Utopias beer, and I was wondering how much it was.
I'd like to try some, but not at that price.
I have sampled Sam Adams Tripple Bock, it was interesting, but I wouldn't want more than a little at a time.
Is this Utopias similar, anyone know?
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Here's a summary:
http://www.audioholics.com/news/industry/SamAdamsUtopias.htm
I agree with the article, if I remeber correctly (I sampled quite a few beers that night :) ) It did not taste at all like traditional beer. More like a sherry or even cognac. I remeber grimacing after tasting it, as i was expecting an ale taste, after all, it was Sam adams. STill interesting and had I had the foresight, should have bought a bottle and stored it away. Apparently there are folks who would pay big money for such a find.
They use several types of yeast, including champagne yeast to boost the alchohol and it is aged in several differernt barrels that originally were used for ports and the like.
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the last couple brews I made were a porter (chocolate brown) and a BIG India Pale Ale (dark copper colour)
Not much for the light lagers myself.
Thanks for that informative post, keating. I enjoyed it!
The porter and the pale ale both sound good!
Terminator
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Here's a summary:
http://www.audioholics.com/news/industry/SamAdamsUtopias.htm
I agree with the article, if I remeber correctly (I sampled quite a few beers that night :) ) It did not taste at all like traditional beer. More like a sherry or even cognac. I remeber grimacing after tasting it, as i was expecting an ale taste, after all, it was Sam adams. STill interesting and had I had the foresight, should have bought a bottle and stored it away. Apparently there are folks who would pay big money for such a find.
They use several types of yeast, including champagne yeast to boost the alchohol and it is aged in several differernt barrels that originally were used for ports and the like.
The tripple bock was similar in that regard- not carbonated, more like an liqueur than beer- very sherry like.
In the inverview last night, Jim Koch said they had to develop a strain of yeast that was alcohol tolerant using some iterative process. Most brewers yeast poops out at about 12% abv, and they needed something to get that 25% level. Koch said the Utopias beer was the strongest brewed beverage in history.
Maybe someday I'll get a shot at tasting this.
Thanks for the arcticle link.
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.... Maybe someday I'll get a shot at tasting this.
Thanks for the arcticle link.
I was lucky enough to find the free sip at "The Taste of Nations". This is a charity event held by many many cities across the US and feature food, beer and wine from local resturants. A nice time. Sam adams brewery was there, (I'm in MA) and I was able to taste the beer when I stumbled into one of the silent auction rooms.
Maybe keep your eyes oipen for The Taste of Nations, Sam admas may not be there, but you might stumble across something just as interesting. :)
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I've been to many a trade show, but the best one ever, hands down, was the Southwest Food Expo in Dallas. I was in the health food industry at the time.
You walk around this place and people are handing you fajitas, buffalo burgers, cheesecake, beer, wine, margaritas. I took my wife there for our anniversary. I was miserable after all the consuming I partook in.
Terminator
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I've been to many a trade show, but the best one ever, hands down, was the Southwest Food Expo in Dallas. I was in the health food industry at the time.
You walk around this place and people are handing you fajitas, buffalo burgers, cheesecake, beer, wine, margaritas. I took my wife there for our anniversary. I was miserable after all the consuming I partook in.
Terminator
Taste opf the nations was about $60 Donation per person to get into. The food was amazing....sushi, duck, shripm steak, (small appetizer portions) all from local gourmet resturants. Free beer, free wine. Music. Nice time.
Silent acutions: Never do these if you have been drinking. ::)
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Ever get any of Stone Brewings Arrogant Bastard? 7.2% so a little strong but really an excellent ale. A disclaimer on the back of the bottle:
Arrogant Bastard Ale: This is an aggressive beer. You probably won't like it. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. We would suggest that you stick to safer and more familiar territory---maybe something with a multi-million dollar ad campaign aimed at convincing you it's made in a little brewery, or one that implies that thier tastless fizzy yellow beer will give you more sex appeal. Perhaps you think multi-million dollar ad campaigns make a beer taste better. Perhaps you're mouthing these words as you read this.
www.stonebrew.com
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Ever get any of Stone Brewings Arrogant Bastard? 7.2% so a little strong but really an excellent ale. A disclaimer on the back of the bottle:
Arrogant Bastard Ale: This is an aggressive beer. You probably won't like it. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. We would suggest that you stick to safer and more familiar territory---maybe something with a multi-million dollar ad campaign aimed at convincing you it's made in a little brewery, or one that implies that thier tastless fizzy yellow beer will give you more sex appeal. Perhaps you think multi-million dollar ad campaigns make a beer taste better. Perhaps you're mouthing these words as you read this.
www.stonebrew.com
Jim should use that marketing strategy for his tubs, "Your probably not good enough for our spa, and shoudl buy a HS or a Cal, our spa is too technicially superior for you to understand.
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Jim should use that marketing strategy for his tubs, "Your probably not good enough for our spa, and shoudl buy a HS or a Cal, our spa is too technicially superior for you to understand.
I believe he does. I've read posts of his along those lines. A while ago when he was running unchecked in another forom he was an arrogant, insulting bastard. It was actually quite funny when he proclaimed himself the worlds foremost authority on spas.
Reminds me of the boss on the new show "The Office"
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The only difference is Arrogant Bastard Ale is probably pretty good stuff, which in the case of H##ven spas, isn't quite so true.
On a side note I just read a news blurb that the distillery in Scottland that produces Johnny Walker Scotch has put out a special run to commemerate the 200th birthday of their creator.
Stuff is selling in the UK for about $24,000 USD.
Yes, that's twenty four thousand bucks a bottle!
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Just picked up some Shiner 96 Marzen-style beer. Brewman, what is Marzen-style?
Terminator
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The only difference is Arrogant Bastard Ale is probably pretty good stuff, which in the case of H##ven spas, isn't quite so true.
On a side note I just read a news blurb that the distillery in Scottland that produces Johnny Walker Scotch has put out a special run to commemerate the 200th birthday of their creator.
Stuff is selling in the UK for about $24,000 USD.
Yes, that's twenty four thousand bucks a bottle!
I think the story I heard broke that down to $750 a shot.
Reminds me of 1979 when the local disco had Mondy Customer apprecation night, free pool, pinball, and quarter beers. Drunk and entertained for $3. That and the .60 worth of gas to get there.
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Just picked up some Shiner 96 Marzen-style beer. Brewman, what is Marzen-style?
Terminator
Don't mean to jump Brewman but I'm killing my last few minutes at work. The long answer is:
Before refrigeration, it was nearly impossible to brew beer in the summer due to the hot weather and bacterial infections. Brewing ended with the coming of spring, and began again in the fall. Most were brewed in March (Märzen). These brews were kept in cold storage over the spring and summer months, or brewed at a higher gravity, so they’d keep. Märzenbier is full-bodied, rich, toasty, typically dark copper in colour with a medium to high alcohol content.
The beer advocate web site is a must visit for beer lovers.
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Good answer, and I don't mind a bit that you jumped in.
Nice to know there are a few other beer people on the board.
I need to fire up a couple new batches pretty soon, and it's a good time to start on something like a marzen- I can easily get the correct fermemtation temperatures now for lager yeast. They'd be nice and ready for early spring.
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Lt. Dan and Brewman, thank ya'll! I did find a tag down in the bottom of the 6-pack that says the following:
This is a true Marzen-style ale. Traditionally, Marzen was brewed in March (Marz) and enjoyed in autumn. Shiner 96 marks the first in a series of annual commemerative brews that will count down to our Centennial in 2009. Cheers! Or as they say in Bavaria, "Prosit!"
Brewman, got your pm the other day. As soon as our party's over, I'll send you the goods! :)
Terminator
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On a side note I just read a news blurb that the distillery in Scottland that produces Johnny Walker Scotch has put out a special run to commemerate the 200th birthday of their creator.
Quite a joke, considering that they don't even make their own whisky. JW is blended whisky....I can't remember for sure, but I believe the greatest percentage of their whisky Cardhu.....JW situated right next to their distillery, for convenience....they buy whisky from many distillers and mix em all up according to a recipe to make their blend taste exactly the same, time after time....... ::) ::)
Word is they have (or are coming out with) a single malt.....Green label possibly? since they don't distill for themselves, I'm wondering if it's just gonna be rebranded Cardhu?? ???
There's an old joke that goes "Q: What's the best thing about Johnny Walker Black? A: It's not Johnny Walker Red."
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That's interesting indeed. I knew JW was a blend, but I figured they distilled at least something.
So they are just a blender/bottler?
My tastes for scotch run to the single malts, anyway, but I won't turn down JW, Chivas, J&B, etc..if they are offered. Just like I won't turn down a Coors Lite if that's what the host is serving. Make no mistake, I'll try turning them when I'm providing the beer, but some of them are just fine with the light beers.
The only really bad beer is one you can't get open.
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Brewman, got your pm the other day. As soon as our party's over, I'll send you the goods! :)
Terminator
SWEET!! Looking forward........
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Hey Brewman. Yes I have a full can of Billy Beer and a can of JR. They are among the approximately 850 full bottles and cans that I have collected over the years. I actually stopped actively collecting about 10 years ago. The family and I lived in Asia for a couple years in the early 80s and I had/have some interesting ones. But no place to store them now. My wife's at the point that she wants me to get rid of them, well except for a few that came from my Dad's place and my uncles.
And the Billy Beer is the only beer I didn't have two of so it's the only one I haven't sampled. I'm guessing I didn't miss much. Course I could open it... how bad could it have turned after only 15 or 20 years.... paul
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Hey Brewman. Yes I have a full can of Billy Beer and a can of JR. They are among the approximately 850 full bottles and cans that I have collected over the years. I actually stopped actively collecting about 10 years ago. The family and I lived in Asia for a couple years in the early 80s and I had/have some interesting ones. But no place to store them now. My wife's at the point that she wants me to get rid of them, well except for a few that came from my Dad's place and my uncles.
And the Billy Beer is the only beer I didn't have two of so it's the only one I haven't sampled. I'm guessing I didn't miss much. Course I could open it... how bad could it have turned after only 15 or 20 years.... paul
That's one big collection! I don't think the Billy Beer was all that great for drinking back then, and certainly not now. If I were you I wouldn't open that beer, and wouldn't try drinking it.
Time could not have been good to that stuff!
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Arrogant Bastard is my favorite beer. My sister is friends with the owner of Stone who lives in the San Diego area. Good stuff indeed.
Ever get any of Stone Brewings Arrogant Bastard? 7.2% so a little strong but really an excellent ale. Â A disclaimer on the back of the bottle:
Arrogant Bastard Ale: This is an aggressive beer. You probably won't like it. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. We would suggest that you stick to safer and more familiar territory---maybe something with a multi-million dollar ad campaign aimed at convincing you it's made in a little brewery, or one that implies that thier tastless fizzy yellow beer will give you more sex appeal. Perhaps you think multi-million dollar ad campaigns make a beer taste better. Perhaps you're mouthing these words as you read this.
www.stonebrew.com
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That's interesting indeed. I knew JW was a blend, but I figured they distilled at least something.
So they are just a blender/bottler?
Well, not totally....they're actually owned by cardhu...
My tastes for scotch run to the single malts, anyway, but I won't turn down JW, Chivas, J&B, etc..if they are offered. Just like I won't turn down a Coors Lite if that's what the host is serving. Make no mistake, I'll try turning them when I'm providing the beer, but some of them are just fine with the light beers.
The only really bad beer is one you can't get open.
I hear ya....my wife gave me a bottle of Macallan 15 as a wedding present a couple months ago, along with a decanter/glass set with my (our) family coat of arms etched in it, in a presentation box with the family name history inside the lid. T'was a fine dram. ;D
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Wow, I didn't know that ya'll were over here talking about guns and I didn't know about it.
I'm a certified NRA instructor and have a CCW. Believe in being able to defend myself and I own a few. Some I bought for the wrong reasons like at a gunshow when a salesguy just had to ask what kind of little bitty gun was I interested in. I pointed to the AR and bought it on the spot just to prove my point.
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I pointed to the AR and bought it on the spot just to prove my point.
What kind did you get? I recently bought a Bushmaster M-4gery and haven't even had the decency to shoot it yet.
Terminator
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Olympic Arms AR15 Carbine with a fixed stock, no
bayonet lug, threaded barrel, and a recoil compensator
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Wow, I didn't know that ya'll were over here talking about guns and I didn't know about it.
I'm a certified NRA instructor and have a CCW. Believe in being able to defend myself and I own a few. Some I bought for the wrong reasons like at a gunshow when a salesguy just had to ask what kind of little bitty gun was I interested in. I pointed to the AR and bought it on the spot just to prove my point.
Will you marrry me? ;D
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awww thanks tman but that isn't necessary. I'll let you shoot it without any commitments.
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Some I bought for the wrong reasons like at a gunshow when a salesguy just had to ask what kind of little bitty gun was I interested in. I pointed to the AR and bought it on the spot just to prove my point.
That line works for me every time :)
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I like to read......
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Okay here's a synopsis of my miserable life.
Spending way too much time on the computer either playing Call of Duty or converting home videos to DVD.
Home improvement projects.
Spring and Summer play soccer with my wife on a coed over 35 league. I know you're asking what's a 47 yo native californian doing playing soccer. My wife is from Italy and has played in women's leagues for quite some time. So about 12 years ago I started. It's actually been a blast and is a good cardio workout.
Working. Gotta pay for a daughter in college and a son who's a senior at a private high school. Just keeping the kids in cars that work is equivalent to the GDP of a small carribean country. For all of you who aren't there yet just remember kick them out before they turn 16, you'll thank me later.
Oh and of course, tubbin.
Steve.
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how long will this madness continue?? just kidding. been interesting hearing the tales.....
on a side note i forgot to list:
bacardi light, stoggies, reading (believe it or not), writing (which i have not gotten very far with), headaches (seems like a hooby since i have alot of em), and getting pics of my honorary neice who is 18 months old. shes such a cutie. takes after her mom ;D like i said, she is honorary neice ;D
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Socal, what kind of writing are you doing? Fiction, non-fiction, humorous, technical, etc.
One of the salespeople I attended Top Gun with at Watkins just had his first book published. It's a fantasy book called The Demon King by Michael Salazar, I believe. He sent me an e-mail about it but I can't find it.
I guess if it's a success, he probably won't be selling spas much longer. Heck, you ought to write a book about the adventures of spa selling!
Terminator
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term,
my little stories are a combo sci-fi, fantasy, mix in some sarcastic/dark humor...and poof, 3 pages of stuff i toss into the trash ;D but hey, i try!!! as far as "adventures in spatopia" goes, i do need a whitty gun toting hillbilly :o
pass me some shiner bock and ill get on it ;D
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term,
as far as "adventures in spatopia" goes, i do need a whitty gun toting hillbilly :o
pass me some shiner bock and ill get on it ;D
you do know i was kidding about that hillbilly crack ;D
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you do know i was kidding about that hillbilly crack ;D
Too late, you're scheduled for termination. 8)
Terminator
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Too late, you're scheduled for termination. 8)
Terminator
sweet!! hope that includes cigars and shiner bock ;D ;D
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sweet!! hope that includes cigars and shiner bock ;D ;D
Well, of course it does. What'd you think it meant? Peace, love, cigars, and Shiner Bock, that's the ticket.
Terminator (The Kind and Tender-Hearted)
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Terminator (The Kind and Tender-Hearted)
new kind of Care Bear....one with camaflauge on :D
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Missed this one earlier. To throw my two cents in...
Hobbies; Snowboarding, singles and doubles squash, tennis, windsurfing, scuba diving, collecting wine, hiking, travel, woodworking, sailing, navigating new blogs, Goslings Rum, Basil Haden bourbon, Highland Park single malt scotch, flyfishing in warm climates (or anywhere for that matter!). Are chocolate chip cookies a hobby?
After all that fun... the spa is nice to just do nothing but soak in.
BearBath
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Bearbath, I think I want your life :o
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"... collecting wine..."
I tried collecting wine. It ended up being an empty bottle collection. ::)
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I tried collecting wine. It ended up being an empty bottle collection. ::)
ive had that same problem. ;D
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ive had that same problem. ;D
I think this is how most "beer can collectors" got thier start.
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I think this is how most "beer can collectors" got thier start.
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aint that the truth!!!! ;D if it wasnt for the recycling crazy, id have an impressive collection ;D