Coffee Shop Part 10
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Paul;
Congrats on the 35 man!
My sweetie and I will have our 35th this year as well!
Jim;
Don't know about Rex, but there was rain here until almost 9:00pm with more storms supposedly coming in. If they made it to B'ham, I slept thru them. I did have 1.5" of rain in my gauge this am. Local WS office has us 3.4" of rain above our yearly average, and 10" above rainfall at this time last year.
What a name for a team! But don't think I'm laughing at it. The team in Montgomery used to be called the "Rebels".
I was disappointed when PC started invading the world of sports several years ago. Even my fav team, the Atlanta Braves, got rid of their symbol, Chief Nocahoma, (sp?) because someone complained about his participation in the game was demeaning to American Indians. (Whoops, sorry, gotta be PC, Native Americans.)
I wonder how many teams, (HS, College, Pro) have changed their name, or are considering a name change, because of PC?
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tompm
Active Member
Good morning folks
It was a nice 61 F and sunny this morning. High is supposed to be 82 F.
Did the shopping yesterday. We set-up our new tent last evening. Figured we better do a test set-up before we go camping with my son’s Cub Scout pack on Friday. Tonight we practice taking it down and folding it so it fits in the carrying case.
No modeling. I did look at the layout and say “I have got to straighten this mess up.”
Carl I am not sure who is doing the work on your street or who designed it or is sponsoring the work but we do a project like that we have to make provisions in the contract to allow people to have access to their driveways. Even if we are reconstructing the entire road we can’t cut off the driveway for an extended period of time. We may cut you off for a workday or at the worst a couple of days to allow concrete to cure, never nine weeks. In the rare cases where we had to prevent the use of a driveway for a few days we had to provide a temporary parking area. If you can file a claim against the contractor and the owner of the street.
I hope everybody has a good day.
It was a nice 61 F and sunny this morning. High is supposed to be 82 F.
Did the shopping yesterday. We set-up our new tent last evening. Figured we better do a test set-up before we go camping with my son’s Cub Scout pack on Friday. Tonight we practice taking it down and folding it so it fits in the carrying case.
No modeling. I did look at the layout and say “I have got to straighten this mess up.”
Carl I am not sure who is doing the work on your street or who designed it or is sponsoring the work but we do a project like that we have to make provisions in the contract to allow people to have access to their driveways. Even if we are reconstructing the entire road we can’t cut off the driveway for an extended period of time. We may cut you off for a workday or at the worst a couple of days to allow concrete to cure, never nine weeks. In the rare cases where we had to prevent the use of a driveway for a few days we had to provide a temporary parking area. If you can file a claim against the contractor and the owner of the street.
I hope everybody has a good day.
OldGettysk
Running the MC & Buffalo
Good Morning Folks !! Well We have made 35 years today . I mean my wife and I were married 35 years ago today . And the weather was just as nice as todays. Sunny and in the seventies . And through all are ups and downs , sickness and all , were still in love with each other . well enough of that stuff. Tom when they redid are street a couple years ago , they had it tore up for two months. We did not have access to our driveways and had to park on side streets also. Every night it was walk around the block . Carry in all our groceries . It was a royal pain. Carl I'm still looking for the person who sideswiped my daughter's car and tore off her rearview mirror. Gotta get my big garbage out it's the first week of the monht so have to get going . Have a super day all !!!
rhoward
S.L.O.&W. Trainman
Mornin' everyone!
I had planned to spend most of today cleaning house, doing laundry, getting the garden ready to plant (getting late for that) and stuff like that before I head out for a Middle School play rehearsal late this afternoon. However, my son just called and he needs me to come over and watch my Granddaughter so he can paint the ceiling in her room. Duty calls!!!!
Carl I hope you are filing a police report. And... that claim Tom suggested. We are having a rash of car thefts here in Geneva lately. Car up the street was taken and trashed...Totaled. Neighbors mailbox and a Stop sign got hit as well. Most likely kids out for a good time. The whole community is watching for them. For the first time in 25 years of living here, I am locking my vehicles when I leave them.
Philip good to see you. Very glad there were no serious injuries with the tornado. Homes can be be rebuilt and repaired, shattered lives are more difficult.
Have a great day!
edit - Hey Paul congrats on the big day! May you have at least that many more......
I had planned to spend most of today cleaning house, doing laundry, getting the garden ready to plant (getting late for that) and stuff like that before I head out for a Middle School play rehearsal late this afternoon. However, my son just called and he needs me to come over and watch my Granddaughter so he can paint the ceiling in her room. Duty calls!!!!
Carl I hope you are filing a police report. And... that claim Tom suggested. We are having a rash of car thefts here in Geneva lately. Car up the street was taken and trashed...Totaled. Neighbors mailbox and a Stop sign got hit as well. Most likely kids out for a good time. The whole community is watching for them. For the first time in 25 years of living here, I am locking my vehicles when I leave them.
Philip good to see you. Very glad there were no serious injuries with the tornado. Homes can be be rebuilt and repaired, shattered lives are more difficult.
Have a great day!
edit - Hey Paul congrats on the big day! May you have at least that many more......
Steve B
Firefighter
Afternoon all
As long as no loss of life occurs you can count your blessings, material stuff can be replaced.
My mate over the back got his lad a Panzer III 1/16th scale, he won't let anyone near it,,, but he's more than happy to use someone else's, he's not as daft as he looks.
Rex they are HUGE next to G scale, but it's a good idea
As long as no loss of life occurs you can count your blessings, material stuff can be replaced.
My mate over the back got his lad a Panzer III 1/16th scale, he won't let anyone near it,,, but he's more than happy to use someone else's, he's not as daft as he looks.
Rex they are HUGE next to G scale, but it's a good idea
jeffrey-wimberly
Dr Frankendiesel
It took a while at the docs office this morning. He loves the progress that the right foot is making but the big toe on the left foot has him concerned. An x-ray reveals what looks like an abnormal bulge on the tip of the bone in that toe. He also had to remove the toenail because there was an infection starting beneath it. Don't worry, I didn't feel a thing. Next week I have an eye appointment in Alexandria on Monday and it's back to the foot doc on Tuesday. He has me in matching footwear now. A camboot on each foot. They're heavy and walking more than a couple hundred feet is exhausting. People who park in handi-cap spots without a plate or placard for it hear from the cops double quick when I spot them. There are people who need the spots more than they do.
vato loco
Just a Foolish Saint!
Does any one have this going on a lot in their state? It happens here a lot, but doesn't get reported that much cause it kinda goes with living in this state.....
Driver sends pickup into smoke shop
http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/myfox/...n=2&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1
Driver sends pickup into smoke shop
http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/myfox/...n=2&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1
Many congrats Paul and Wife!
Anyone that says they don't have the "Ups and Downs" of marriage aren't paying attention to business.
Steve: Wow! I didn't think about them being so big. I have to stay far away from R/C stuff as I am very susceptible to infection.
Chris: Don't forget to cut your own grass while on vacation.LOL
Anyone that says they don't have the "Ups and Downs" of marriage aren't paying attention to business.
Steve: Wow! I didn't think about them being so big. I have to stay far away from R/C stuff as I am very susceptible to infection.
Chris: Don't forget to cut your own grass while on vacation.LOL
vato loco
Just a Foolish Saint!
RexHea;83838 Chris: Don't forget to cut your own grass while on vacation.LOL:D[/QUOTE said:We slipped into another dry spell!I ain't going to be cutting nothing
Only Plus side of the deal....The beach is close and almost free........Just need $3.00 for parking each day I go and I might have that buried in the seat of my truck if the mech. at the shop didn't wipe it!
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suprduc
Member
Well folks, here's the scoop on my car so far. First off, I did file a report with the police yesterday to be all official for my insurance company. Talked with my agent this morning and was told to get an estimate so I took care of that at lunch....$900.....ouch. Body man said that the damage looked pretty low on the door like someone crashed their bicycle into it or kicked it. Grrrrrrr. Oh well, life goes on.
Called the contractor about our street to see when they plan to finish it. "hopefully this week" was their response and they didn't really seem too concerned about it. Grrrrrrrr.
Called the contractor about our street to see when they plan to finish it. "hopefully this week" was their response and they didn't really seem too concerned about it. Grrrrrrrr.
Steve B
Firefighter
I found a tank club in New Zealand i may have to join
Afternoon, everyone.
Paul, congrats on making it to 35 years with the same woman. I'm sure she's expecting something special for you tonight...if you know what I mean.
Steve, those tanks look like the real thing. I'm sure the kids must be having a ball.
Phillip, tornados sure show nature's fury. It sounds like you got off lucky like we did down here in terms of loss of life. There's still reconstruction going on here since our tornado hit in February so it's a long process.
Ray, I'm glad to hear you finally got your electrical certificate. How much would I have to pay you to come down here and install a signal detection system? It's too bad that the NMRA doesn't have a Master Screwup Certificate program - I'd pass that in a heartbeat.
Rex, you guys get any rain up there yesterday? We got nothing and we're dying down here. It's 100 degrees right now and everything is starting to die again.
I'm with Chris, we need rain here in the southeast bad.
Carl, like Tom says, there's no way they can block your driveway that long without giving some alternate access. I'd call the city (or county) engineer's office and start raising a stink. Too bad about you car getting hit on top of it.
Jeffrey, I hope things work out OK with that bad toe. I know how hard it is to walk in those camboots, especially with the heat we have to contend with. You're right about thoughtless people taking up handicap parking space. I used to cite everyone I could find who did that. California raised the fine to $500, which cut down on a lot of that problem.
Chris, the problem with elderly drivers confusing the brake with the accelerator is nationwide. The problem is that restricting licenses or even regular retesting of elderly drivers is a hot button issue for powerful organizations like the AARP so no progress is being made in solving the problem of elderly drivers being involved in accidents. Most states now put a lot of restrictions on driving by those under 18, which has dramatically reduced the death rate among young drivers. Elderly drivers are now involved in more fatal accidents than under 18 drivers. About the only thing we could do in California was write them a ticket for mandatory retesting if we saw them driving badly on the road. I don't even know if they have that provision in Alabama or Florida.
Our Biscuits lost the game by one run Saturday and the chances for another Southern League championship are quickly fading away. It was 88 at game time without a breeze stirring. Man, it was hot and sweaty. We had seats right behind home plate so it was still a fun game to watch. There were thunderstorms all around us yesterday but we got nothing. This is starting to remind of the last two summers. Another hot, dry summer is going to make me very irritated. I have no sprinklers because it's supposed to, in theory, rain here in the summer. So, it's off to drag the hose around my palatial estate and try to keep the lawn from dying.
Paul, congrats on making it to 35 years with the same woman. I'm sure she's expecting something special for you tonight...if you know what I mean.
Steve, those tanks look like the real thing. I'm sure the kids must be having a ball.
Phillip, tornados sure show nature's fury. It sounds like you got off lucky like we did down here in terms of loss of life. There's still reconstruction going on here since our tornado hit in February so it's a long process.
Ray, I'm glad to hear you finally got your electrical certificate. How much would I have to pay you to come down here and install a signal detection system?
It's too bad that the NMRA doesn't have a Master Screwup Certificate program - I'd pass that in a heartbeat.Rex, you guys get any rain up there yesterday? We got nothing and we're dying down here. It's 100 degrees right now and everything is starting to die again.
I'm with Chris, we need rain here in the southeast bad.Carl, like Tom says, there's no way they can block your driveway that long without giving some alternate access. I'd call the city (or county) engineer's office and start raising a stink. Too bad about you car getting hit on top of it.
Jeffrey, I hope things work out OK with that bad toe. I know how hard it is to walk in those camboots, especially with the heat we have to contend with. You're right about thoughtless people taking up handicap parking space. I used to cite everyone I could find who did that. California raised the fine to $500, which cut down on a lot of that problem.
Chris, the problem with elderly drivers confusing the brake with the accelerator is nationwide. The problem is that restricting licenses or even regular retesting of elderly drivers is a hot button issue for powerful organizations like the AARP so no progress is being made in solving the problem of elderly drivers being involved in accidents. Most states now put a lot of restrictions on driving by those under 18, which has dramatically reduced the death rate among young drivers. Elderly drivers are now involved in more fatal accidents than under 18 drivers. About the only thing we could do in California was write them a ticket for mandatory retesting if we saw them driving badly on the road. I don't even know if they have that provision in Alabama or Florida.
Our Biscuits lost the game by one run Saturday and the chances for another Southern League championship are quickly fading away. It was 88 at game time without a breeze stirring. Man, it was hot and sweaty. We had seats right behind home plate so it was still a fun game to watch. There were thunderstorms all around us yesterday but we got nothing. This is starting to remind of the last two summers. Another hot, dry summer is going to make me very irritated. I have no sprinklers because it's supposed to, in theory, rain here in the summer. So, it's off to drag the hose around my palatial estate and try to keep the lawn from dying.
vato loco
Just a Foolish Saint!
for you Good ol Boys;-)
High-flying flag controversy brews
http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/myfox/...n=3&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.1.1
I wonder if it will fly? the naacp is already protesting it! I rightly don't care either way
We got's a 30% chance of rain wed,thur, and Fri! It ain't much% wise but I'll Take it!
MONDAY Partly Cloudy 20% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
TUESDAY Partly Cloudy 20% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
WEDNESDAY Partly Cloudy / Thunderstorms 30% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
THURSDAY Partly Cloudy / Thunderstorms 30% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
FRIDAY Partly Cloudy / Thunderstorms 30% chance of p.m. thunders High: 90 Low: 76
High-flying flag controversy brews
http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/myfox/...n=3&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.1.1
I wonder if it will fly?
the naacp is already protesting it! I rightly don't care either way We got's a 30% chance of rain wed,thur, and Fri! It ain't much% wise but I'll Take it!
MONDAY Partly Cloudy 20% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
TUESDAY Partly Cloudy 20% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
WEDNESDAY Partly Cloudy / Thunderstorms 30% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
THURSDAY Partly Cloudy / Thunderstorms 30% chance of p.m. thunderstorms High: 90 Low: 77
FRIDAY Partly Cloudy / Thunderstorms 30% chance of p.m. thunders High: 90 Low: 76
Cjcrescent
Master Mechanic
Afternoon, everyone.
Rex, you guys get any rain up there yesterday? We got nothing and we're dying down here. It's 100 degrees right now and everything is starting to die again.
Our Biscuits lost the game by one run Saturday and the chances for another Southern League championship are quickly fading away. It was 88 at game time without a breeze stirring. Man, it was hot and sweaty. We had seats right behind home plate so it was still a fun game to watch. There were thunderstorms all around us yesterday but we got nothing. This is starting to remind of the last two summers. Another hot, dry summer is going to make me very irritated. I have no sprinklers because it's supposed to, in theory, rain here in the summer. So, it's off to drag the hose around my palatial estate and try to keep the lawn from dying.
Paul;
Congrats on the 35 man!
My sweetie and I will have our 35th this year as well!Jim;
Don't know about Rex, but there was rain here until almost 9:00pm with more storms supposedly coming in. If they made it to B'ham, I slept thru them. I did have 1.5" of rain in my gauge this am. Local WS office has us 3.4" of rain above our yearly average, and 10" above rainfall at this time last year.
What a name for a team! But don't think I'm laughing at it. The team in Montgomery used to be called the "Rebels".
I was disappointed when PC started invading the world of sports several years ago. Even my fav team, the Atlanta Braves, got rid of their symbol, Chief Nocahoma, (sp?) because someone complained about his participation in the game was demeaning to American Indians. (Whoops, sorry, gotta be PC, Native Americans.)
I wonder how many teams, (HS, College, Pro) have changed their name, or are considering a name change, because of PC?
leghome
Maytag "Danged Agitator"
Glendia (my Wife) celebrated 36yrs the 27th of May. I don't celebrate nuttin including my recent 60 B-day. She did get me a card for my birthday but not the anniversary. I DID remember a card for her though. I also got a card for upcoming 57 B-day. Man is I think she is getting ol ooooppps better not say that. LOL LOL LOL
rhoward
S.L.O.&W. Trainman
Got a call from a friend this evening (fellow Scouter) the city took down two trees in front of his house this afternoon. One of the trees sits right on top of his sewer line.... The city is rebuilding the water and sewer lines on the street and the street is completely torn up. I had hoped to get both complete trees but ended up only getting the upper large limbs as they will be working on his lines in the next couple of days and I would not have time to get the main trunks cut, loaded, and out of there in time. I did mange to get two pickup loads tonight and will get one more in the morning. Better than nothing I guess. It will amount to around one and one half face cords so it will be a help next winter.
Went over to the Middle School spring play practice this afternoon to check out what will be needed for miking. Looks like it should work with some simple floor mikes at the front of the stage and the 3 overhead mikes built in. I will actually have some of the students learn to use the equipment and have them do the sound with me supervising them.
Even got some time in the layout room to work on some projects I am currently doing. That and getting to play with my Granddaughter for a couple hours made today fun.....
Went over to the Middle School spring play practice this afternoon to check out what will be needed for miking. Looks like it should work with some simple floor mikes at the front of the stage and the 3 overhead mikes built in. I will actually have some of the students learn to use the equipment and have them do the sound with me supervising them.
Even got some time in the layout room to work on some projects I am currently doing. That and getting to play with my Granddaughter for a couple hours made today fun.....
Jim, there may have been six rain drops fall on our yard yesterday. The radar displayed us getting plenty, but not to be. All the storms were in the southern part of the city and headed toward B'hm or they were across the north part of the county.. We had to water the plants for the first time today. Dang it all! Our yard is so pretty with its rich dark green color...just hope it can hang in there this year.
Dang it all! Our yard is so pretty with its rich dark green color...just hope it can hang in there this year.
jbaakko
Diesel Detail Freak
Minor warning for anyone who uses my roster gallery...
Apparently I had an error in the code caused by a hacker, that redirected (unknowingly) to a Trojan horse virus. If you've viewed my roster gallery, located at http://rostershots.modelrailroadtips.com since approximately April 5th, up until today, I'd recommend checking your computer for viruses.
Most virus software would have caught the attempts, and it seems Mozilla users were unaffected.
If you do not have virus software, I recommend AVG Free.
http://free.grisoft.com/
This software caught the virus on my computers.
The gallery has been corrected, and should no longer pose a threat.
Apparently I had an error in the code caused by a hacker, that redirected (unknowingly) to a Trojan horse virus. If you've viewed my roster gallery, located at http://rostershots.modelrailroadtips.com since approximately April 5th, up until today, I'd recommend checking your computer for viruses.
Most virus software would have caught the attempts, and it seems Mozilla users were unaffected.
If you do not have virus software, I recommend AVG Free.
http://free.grisoft.com/
This software caught the virus on my computers.
The gallery has been corrected, and should no longer pose a threat.
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